THE Wolfe Tones gave a phenomenal performance at Electric Picnic on Sunday despite driving over four hours to get there. The exhausted band members had driven 330km from Letterkenny after headlining Summer Sessions on Saturday night. The world’s most famous republican band, made up of members Brian Warfield (78), Tommy Byrne (80) and Noel Nagle […]
Crimestoppers to crack down on ‘dodgy boxes’ and illegal streaming
A NEW campaign is launching across Ireland to encourage the public to share information about illegal streaming activities in the community. Running over six weeks on Facebook and Instagram, the campaign aims to gather intelligence on individuals or groups involved in advertising or selling illegal streaming subscriptions, modified firesticks or so called ‘dodgy boxes’. Digital […]
HSE confirm new GP appointed to Ardara Health Centre
The HSE has announced the successful recruitment of Dr. Charles McManus as the new GP for Ardara Health Centre. Dr. McManus is set to officially begin his role tomorrow, taking over from Dr. Mireille Sweeney, who retires today. To ensure a smooth transition, the surgery will be closed tomorrow to accommodate the handover process. Advertisement […]
HSE ‘points’ to safe celebrations ahead of Leaving Cert results
AHEAD of the Leaving Certificate results tomorrow, the HSE is encouraging parents to help their children plan for safe celebrations. Having worked hard over the last number of years many students will want celebrate their achievements, which can be a worrying for parents. The HSE advises parents to have a brief, focused conversation about personal […]
Planning permission sought for major ATU development
by Louise Doyle PLANNING permission is being sought by Atlantic Technological University for a major development in Letterkenny. Permission has been lodged for the proposed development at ATU Donegal Letterkenny Campus, Port Road, Gortlee. Advertisement The proposed development will consist of the construction of a three storey library, IT and general education building (5156 sqm) […]
Man (40s) hospitalised following collision in Donegal Town
GARDAÍ and emergency services attended the scene of a two car collision in Donegal last night. The collision occurred on the N15 on Wednesday, August 21 at approximately 9pm. A garda spokesperson said: “. A man (40s) was injured and taken to Letterkenny University Hospital. Investigations are ongoing.”
Donegal celebrates Niamh Shevlin’s star performance at Rose of Tralee
By Tara McCormack DONEGAL is beaming with pride after Niamh Shevlin, representing the county, delivered a captivating performance at the 2024 International Rose of Tralee. The annual pageant, hosted in the Dome in Co Kerry, saw 32 women from across the globe competing for the title, with New Zealand’s Keely O’Grady ultimately taking the crown. […]
Donegal artist shortlisted for AIB Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland
DONEGAL’S Neil-Jack Hamilton has been named among the 26 artists shortlisted for the AIB Portrait Prize. Mr Hamilton’s piece in oil on canvas titled ‘Jennifer McShane’ was shortlisted from hundreds of entries. The AIB Portrait Prize shortlist includes painting, drawing, sculpture, video and photography demonstrating the breadth of contemporary Irish art. Advertisement The winner of […]
Gardaí a ‘godsend’ at violent Church incident
by Louise Doyle “IT was a godsend gardaí were there. It doesn’t bear thinking about what could have happened if they weren’t.” Those were the words of Letterkenny Mayor Councillor Gerry McMonagle yesterday, speaking in the wake of a shocking incident on the grounds of the Church of the Irish Martyrs on Sunday. Advertisement Five men […]
NATIONAL: Irishman is believed to have died while fighting in Ukraine
An Irishman is thought to have died while fighting in Ukraine. Alex Ryzhuk (20) was serving on the frontline with the Ukrainian Armed Forces when he was reportedly hit by a Russian shell. He is now officially missing and presumed dead.