COMMUNITY leaders, educators and civic representatives gathered at Ulster University’s Derry campus to mark the relaunch of the North West Learning City Region, a major milestone in cross-border collaboration and lifelong learning. The move builds on the existing Derry City and Strabane Learning City designation, part of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC), and reflects the strong educational, cultural […]
Local Enterprise Week draws to a successful end
LOCAL Enterprise Week events held across Donegal attracted strong attendance from businesses, entrepreneurs and community stakeholders, highlighting the continued momentum and ambition within the county’s business community. Organised by the Local Enterprise Office Donegal in partnership with Donegal County Council and a wide range of local partners, the week delivered a packed schedule of expert-led […]
New Infant Feeding room opens at St Conal’s Hospital
A new dedicated Infant Feeding room has officially opened at St Conal’s Hospital Campus in Letterkenny on Friday, providing a comfortable, private and welcoming space for mothers and carers who wish to feed infants or express milk while attending the campus. The opening coincided with International Women’s Day on Sunday, recognising the importance of supporting […]
Your Money: How much should you really have in savings?
By Lisa Loughrey It is one of the most common financial questions: am I saving enough? In an age of constant comparison, it is easy to assume others are further ahead, whether building an emergency fund, investing or preparing for retirement. The reality is that financial progress looks different for everyone. Advertisement The amount in […]
A woman of gentle nature and quiet strength – the late Nóra O’Donnell
By Tommy Curran The death took place at her home on Monday week last of Nóra O’Donnell, Knockastolar, Bunbeg. She was originally from Craughyboyle, Dungloe and was a member of the McSorley family. She was born on August 17, 1932 and was a daughter of the late John and Bridget McSorley. Nóra attended the local […]
From the archives: The Way We Were
Saoirse Gallagher delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear Saturday February 21, 1976 BIG ANTI-BLANEY VOTE: AT FIANNA FáIL ARD FHEIS FIANNA FÁIL has said very emphatically that it does not want Donegal Deputy Neil Blaney back in its ranks. The vast majority of the 3,000 delegates from around […]
Wedding of the Week: From the Italian sun to Donegal soil
The Marleys say ‘Yes’ in Italy and ‘I Do’ in Donegal FROM a surprise proposal in Italy to a meticulously planned dream wedding in Donegal, the past three years have been a whirlwind romance for the Marleys. The couple first met in 2023, despite having shared many mutual connections over the years. Madly in love, […]
‘My interest in fashion and style – it’s all my mum’s fault’
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THIRD DEGREE: Emma Murray on helping women rediscover their confidence Hi Emma, thank you for taking this interview. Could you tell us a little bit about yourself, please? Thank you for having me. I’m from Donegal and have built my career working across Ireland and Northern Ireland, where I now run my business full time […]
Ballyshannon business networks in Berlin for future tourism opportunities
This week, Donegal is being represented internationally as Ireland takes the stage in Berlin at one of the largest travel trade fairs in the world. Internationale Tourismus-Börse (ITB) is an important business to business event that attracts thousands of visitors worldwide, all associated with travel agents, airlines and travel media. It is a three day […]
New figures show almost 400 new social homes built in Donegal since 2022
CONSTRUCTION numbers in the latest government data show a 67% increase in the delivery of new-built social homes in Donegal. On Thursday, the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne TD published the latest new-build social housing delivery statistics, which reveals 2025 was a record year nationally for social housing construction. According to […]