By Jonathan Magee They are calling for better supports around time off work, financial security and ongoing medical care TWO Inishowen women have spoken out about their experiences of early miscarriage, laying bare the emotional and physical toll, and have called for greater support for families. Advertisement Their accounts followed last week’s Donegal News report on a Letterkenny […]
Honouring 1916, Building the Republic – Mary Lou McDonald TD
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald TD is calling on people locally and across Ireland to take part in events that honour the past and renew the drive for a united, equal Republic. Mary Lou McDonald made her comments as she announced a nationwide programme of Easter Rising Commemorations, which are taking place over the […]
Druma Mór Rann na Feirste – A story of music, community, and tradition
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ON a bright summer day, June 6, 1976, the streets of Ranafast echoed with the first proud notes of a new band. Originally called Buíon Cheoil Rann na Feirste, this group of musicians would later become known as Druma Mór Rann na Feirste, taking inspiration from the book of famous writer Seosamh Mac Grianna. But this […]
Letterkenny-based bus company issues protest call over fuel crisis
A Letterkenny-based mini-bus and coach hire company has issued a call on fellow bus operators, hauliers and farmers to join them in a protest in solidarity over the impact the fuel crisis is having on all their livelihoods. McGettigan Travel will take part in the national protest on Tuesday morning. ”Like many other operators, for […]
Young islanders take action for Arranmore coastline
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THIRTY-SEVEN pupils from three island schools took part in a Clean Coasts roadshow event on Arranmore last week. On Friday, March 27, pupils from Scoil Náisiúnta Árainn Mhór, Scoil Athphoirt National School and Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada joined An Taisce’s Clean Coasts team for a series of coastal workshops held across two beaches on the island. […]
Family ties rekindled at special homecoming
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A REMARKABLE and emotional homecoming was celebrated in Letterkenny as members of the Gallagher Clan gathered to welcome Julio César Gallagher, a young visitor from Paraguay, back to his ancestral homeland. The special event, held at the Station House Hotel, brought together members of the extended Gallagher family and community to mark a powerful reconnection […]
The R230 road between Gleann Cholm Cille and MÍn an Aoire is blocked due to landslide
The R230 road between Gleann Cholm Cille and MÍn an Aoire is blocked at Braade due to a landslide. Motorists are advised to divert through An Charraig. A spokesperson for Donegal Councy Council said: “The Council will endeavor to reopen the road as soon as possible.”
A celebration of inclusion and identity at Finn Valley College
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FINN Valley College in Stranorlar celebrated ‘Multicultural Day’ last Friday to celebrate the 21 nationalities represented among the student body in the school. It was a colourful and vibrant event wholly enjoyed by the students, their parents and the staff in the school, embodying the core values that underpin the ethos of Donegal ETB schools: […]
In pics: Grand opening of North West Sleep Clinic
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There was a great turn-out of friends and colleagues of Dr Olga Mikulich for the launch of the North West Sleep Clinic at a special event in Letterkenny’s Mount Errigal Hotel. Those in attendance were able to enjoy a special question and answers session to find out all about the new clinic. There were free […]
Donegal towns honoured at SuperValu Tidy Towns awards
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The 2025 SuperValu Tidy Towns awards for the North West and West region were presented at a prizegiving ceremony in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon. There were many Donegal winners on the night with Carraig Airt claiming multiple prizes and Donegal Town, Raphoe, Moville, Letterkenny, Buncrana and An Fál Carrach all picking up awards. Carraig Airt […]