by Róise Collins A cloud of grief blanketed Dungloe as the heartbroken community gathered to say goodbye to little Joey Forker. The nine-year-old boy passed away in a tragic incident at his family home in Meenmore on Friday evening. Advertisement The much-loved pupil at Scoil Chróine was warmly remembered for his life full of joy, […]
Photo special: New first years at Mulroy College, Milford
It’s a busy week for primary and secondary schools across Donegal with pupils returning for the new school year. Many pupils are making the move from primary to secondary education – a new chapter in their young lives. Photographer Clive Wasson was at Mulroy College in Milford to photograph the new first years who started […]
Sadness at the passing of Ollie Horgan
There is profound sadness in Donegal sporting circles today following the passing of Ollie Horgan, aged 57. The Salthill native made a massive imprint into the local football scene when he came to Donegal to teach at St Eunan’s College. He quickly linked up with Fanad United and became a key player before stepping into […]
Well-known Buncrana mechanic Martin McCallion is laid to rest
By Dionne Meehan A BUNCRANA mechanic who lost his life in a workplace accident last week has been remembered for having the kindest soul and the most generous heart at his requiem Mass. Martin McCallion, of Lisnakelly, Buncrana, sustained serious injuries in an incident at a haulage transportation company in the town last Thursday. Advertisement […]
Senator Blaney’s Seanad attendance record causes concern
By Louise Doyle CONCERN has emerged over the attendance record of Donegal Senator Niall Blaney. The Fanad man, who is the Seanad spokesperson on Northern Ireland, Fisheries and the Marine, was re-elected to the Seanad earlier this year. Advertisement An article in The Irish Times, ‘Has anyone seen Niall Blaney’ sparked concerns about his lack of presence in the […]
‘Families under threat over drug debts’ – Councillor
By Louise Doyle SHOCKING footage of two incidents in broad daylight in Letterkenny shared widely on social media could be drug-related, a local councillor has said. In one video, three men can be seen emerging from a car and attacking another vehicle parked in the Lower Main Street area on Wednesday of last week. The driver of […]
St Eunan’s Cathedral closes for five weeks for painting works
By Dionne Meehan St. Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny has closed its doors for five weeks to allow for major refurbishment works. A major painting project is currently taking place at the cathedral and while the work is being carried out, some Masses and ceremonies will be held in the Church of the Irish Martyrs. Advertisement […]
Campaign to help save Johnny’s Ranch ramps up with peaceful protest
By Dionne Meehan RAMELTON will come alive this Saturday with a powerful show of community spirit as locals rally to save their beloved food truck, Johnny’s Ranch. Owned by local man Johnny Patterson, the award-winning take-away has been operating in Gamble’s Square, in the heart of the heritage town, for the past seven years. However, […]
Secretaries and caretakers to begin strike action today
By Róise Collins SCHOOL secretaries and caretakers across Donegal are due to begin indefinite strike action today. The strike, led by Fórsa trade union members, demands an end to the exclusion of school secretaries and caretakers from the public service pension scheme and related entitlements. Advertisement As we went to print yesterday, talks aimed at […]
Funeral of young Joey Forker to take place today
THE funeral of nine-year-old Joey Forker, who tragically passed away in Dungloe on Friday evening, will take place today. The tragic incident, which involved machinery, happened in Meenmore on the outskirts of the west Donegal town on Friday, August 22. Gardaí and emergency services responded to the incident at the Dungloe premises. The young boy was […]