DONEGAL County Council remains firm in its decision to remove a 90-year-old Sessile Oak tree in Ballyraine, despite appeals from local residents and environmental advocates. The tree, located between the entrances to Ballyraine Park and Orchard Grove, is set to be cut down to make way for a new cycle path as part of the […]
Irish tradition meets modern flair in Diane Cannon’s latest release
LAST Sunday, the enchanting voice of Diane Cannon, a beloved figure in traditional Irish music and culture, introduced the world to her latest work. The Meenlaragh native released “Bean an Fhir Ruaidh,” the first single from her much-anticipated upcoming album. The song is a local version of a well-known traditional piece, generously shared by sean-nós […]
‘Arrows on Errigal’ fundraiser raises €7,721 for Donegal Hospice
Isobel Rodgers from Donegal Hospice was present at the Donegal Darts Grand Prix to accept a generous cheque on behalf of the hospice. The funds were raised during the Arrows on Errigal, Donegal Darts fundraiser, which brought in an impressive total of €7,721. A huge congratulations to everyone who took part in the Errigal climb and […]
Extended roadworks to hit Buncrana road for ten nights
Drivers in Buncrana are being advised to plan ahead as major roadworks will take place on Cockhill Road from October 1st to 11th, 2024. Northstone, the construction company overseeing the project, will be carrying out the works between 7 PM and 7 AM each day. The night-time schedule is aimed at minimising disruption during peak […]
iMotors team participate in Big Beach Clean 2024
As part of an ongoing partnership with Clean Coasts Ireland, Kia are the official sponsor of the Big Beach Clean 2024 which took place all over Ireland – and in Donegal – last weekend. The Big Beach Clean is part of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) and invites volunteers from across Ireland to remove coastal […]
Plans for the general election gathers pace across the county
By Dionne Meehan AS speculation continues as to when the government will call the next General Election, parties and independent candidates in Donegal are moving forward with candidate selection in anticipation of it happening before the end of this year. Aontú’s Mary T. Sweeney is the latest candidate to launch her General Election campaign. Advertisement […]
‘Dire need’ for home helps in Donegal, meeting told
CLLR Declan Meehan was informed at Tuesday’s Regional Health Forum meeting that as of September 9 there were 373 clients in Donegal awaiting a new home support service or an increase in their current care package. Cllr Meehan pointed out that knowing the recruitment embargo has been lifted since July, he sought a time scale […]
Donegal ladies present a brand new cleaning show on TG4
‘Is Mise le Mess’ is an exciting new cleaning show featuring some of Donegal’s most loveable cleaners who tour Ireland cleaning some of the country’s messiest homes. Airing on TG4 next month, the series follows Derena, Síle and Colleen as they dust bust, grapple with grime and clear out clutter. Packed with craic, handy tips […]
Celebrated nominees to be honoured at the annual Tip O’Neill awards event
The 2024 Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards take place this evening at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana. Presented by Donegal County Council and first initiated in 2012 as a means of commemorating the centenary of the birth of the late Tip O’Neill, the awards seek to recognise those who have excelled in their chosen […]
Weather: Mix of sunny spells and scattered showers
TODAY will be a drier and brighter day with sunny spells and scattered showers, some heavy. Moderate to fresh northwest winds will ease further later in the day. Highest temperatures of 10 to 12 degrees. Advertisement Tonight will be cold with clear spells. A few scattered showers drifting into parts too. Lowest temperatures of 1 […]