AN innovative initiative aimed at educating young drivers and future drivers about road safety was officially launched in Letterkenny earlier this week. The Crossroads Programme will cater for over 265 participants over a two-year period, providing them with hands-on experience working on real cars, teaching mechanical and bodywork skills and emphasising the importance of road […]
Castlefinn sisters support beloved team side by side for over 40 years
By Dionne Meehan FOR the last four decades, the Carlin sisters from Castlefinn have shared an unbreakable tradition. By supporting their beloved Donegal team side by side at every match, Collette, Roisin and Brid have accumulated a lifetime of unforgettable memories. Advertisement Influenced by their late father who was heavily involved in the local GAA […]
Young Donegal fans rap praised by Kneecap star
By Róise Collins TWO Donegal super fans have earned the praise of Kneecap’s JJ Ó Dochartaigh following their performance of a catchy Irish rap they penned ahead of this weekend’s All-Ireland final. Lily-Mae Ní Ghallachóir (11) from Gaoth Dobhair and Béibhinn Nic Giolla Chearra (9) from Chloich Cheann Fhaola performed their rap in support of […]
From classroom dreams to Croke Park
By Dionne Meehan MICHAEL Murphy’s primary school teacher Philomena Barron is beaming with pride as she prepares to watch her former pupil, the child she once taught and encouraged, take to the pitch in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship this weekend. The 85-year-old Manorcunningham woman taught the Glenswilly legend on the lead up to his […]
Letterkenny full of anticipation ahead of All-Ireland SFC final
By Aoife Doherty AS the All-Ireland final approaches, the excitement can clearly be felt around Letterkenny. The Donegal News took to the streets on Tuesday to discover what you had to say ahead of the big game. Advertisement With bunting and flags everywhere, you could feel the atmosphere building. Conversations could be heard about the […]
Weather: Cloudy start to the day with sunny spells in the afternoon
THE morning will start off cloudy, with areas of rain, drizzle and mist. However, it will brighten up through the afternoon with sunny spells and well scattered showers following. Conditions will be dry and mostly sunny later. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 17 to 20 degrees. Tonight, most areas will be dry with clear spells. However, […]
Uisce Éireann repairs major leak in Letterkenny saving 150,000 litres of water a day
BY finding and repairing a major leak in Letterkenny, Uisce Éireann has saved 150,000 litres of water daily. This significant leak at Main Street, Letterkenny was repaired under the Leakage Reduction Programme with enough water saved to supply 1,300 people a day. Uisce Éireann, working with their regional contractor Farrans and Larsen Water Management, carried out […]
Merch sellers roll into Donegal as All-Ireland final fever peaks
By Róise Collins ALL-IRELAND fever has gripped Donegal and shops across the county are in a scramble to keep their shelves stocked with flags and green and yellow bunting. Many local businesses are updating their social media daily, letting fans know that new merchandise has arrived. Advertisement In response to the final frenzy, a wave of […]
A lifetime of service: Fr Eddie Gallagher’s retirement Mass
UNDER glorious evening sunshine, a packed congregation gathered in St Bridget’s Church, Leitir, on Sunday to celebrate the retirement of Fr Eddie Gallagher. The church was filled to capacity with many standing at the back and others gathered outside, an extraordinary turnout that reflected the deep affection and admiration felt for Fr Eddie from across […]
Poor road markings leading to driving test failures – claim
by Chris Ashmore DRIVING instructors are coming across cases where their clients are failing their driving tests because of poor road markings, it was claimed at the July meeting of Donegal County Council. And there are now also growing concerns that the lack of proper road lining and road markings is now a safety issue that should […]