By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL family who travelled to Dallas, Texas to see Monday’s solar eclipse has described the experience as “absolutely unbelievable”. Born and raised in the village of Mountcharles, the Byrne family, who are best known for their family band ‘The Byrne Brothers’, relocated to Florida six years ago. Advertisement Now performing at festivals all […]
Donegal’s famous Doon Well on TV tonight
DONEGAL’S famous Doon Well will be showcased tonight on national television at part of a 6-part documentary series that dives into the myths and legends attached to the country’s Holy Wells. Doon, Termon, is known as the headquarters of the fairies and Ranafast poet, Róise Ní Bhaoill, in tonight’s programme, explores what it is about […]
Fundraiser launched to help family of terminally ill Letterkenny businessman
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the family of a terminally ill Letterkenny businessman. Tanveer Zaki, also popularly known as Raja from Payless Groceries in Letterkenny, has always been a kind and familiar face in our community. Described as being “energetic”, “kind” and “humble” by family and friends, Raja has been battling […]
Installation of Bishop McGuckian SJ in Down and Connor
FORMER Bishop of Raphoe Alan McGuckian SJ will be installed as the new Bishop of Down and Connor on Sunday. The ceremony takes place at 3pm in Saint Peter’s Cathedral, in Saint Peter’s Square, Belfast. Following the conclusion of the Mass, and at the front door of the Cathedral, Bishop McGuckian will greet members of […]
Cocaine in every Donegal village – claim
RETIRED Garda Sergeant Mark Traynor, with 37 years of service in roads policing, has sounded the alarm over the rampant increase in cocaine use gripping Donegal, and the surge in motorists driving under the influence. Mr Traynor is calling on authorities to particularly target Transition Year students to “hammer home” the message that they can […]
Mother’s concerns at assisted suicide plans
by Louise Doyle A MOTHER whose teenage daughter has a progressive disease has told a public meeting in Letterkenny she is ‘very concerned’ proposed assisted dying legislation will lack safeguards. The woman, whose daughter is just a teenager, spoke at a packed public meeting in Mount Errigal on Tuesday night. Advertisement The event was organised by a […]
Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin appointed Canon of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome
IT was announced today that Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin, Undersecretary for the Dicastery for Clergy, Seminary Section [at the Vatican], has been appointed, in addition, a canon of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major. This role involves pastoral duties at the basilica, home to the icon of Our Lady, Health of the Roman People [Salus […]
Elderly man targeted by suspected bogus caller to home
Vigilence has been urged after an elderly man was targeted by a suspected bogus caller on the outskirts of Letterkenny.
TV presenter Timmy Mallet says Donegal border is ‘bonkers’!
By Dionne Meehan A WELL-KNOWN TV personality found himself in Donegal this week and discovered some of the complicated issues facing those who live along the border. TV presenter Timmy Mallett was spotted in the county as he cycles around Ireland and the UK for charity. Advertisement Best known for presenting popular children’s programmes such as […]
Car without tax for six years seized
GARDAÍ from Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit seized a vehicle which was without tax for six years. The Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test was also expired for four years. Fixed Charge Penalty Notices will be issuedGarda. Advertisement These cars were detected today during multi-agency checkpoints with the RSA and Customs. During these checkpoints, another driver was arrested […]