Leo Varadkar’s shock resignation sparks general election calls


Leo Varadkar has announced he is stepping down as Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader. Speaking at Leinster House, he said that being Taoiseach has been the most fulfilling time of his life. “My reasons for stepping down are both personal and political. Advertisement “I believe the re-election of this three party Government will be the […]


Mgr Kevin Gillespie to manage the Diocese of Raphoe


Gweedore native Monsignor Kevin Gillespie will manage the Diocese of Raphoe until Bishop Alan McGuckian’s permanent replacement is appointed by Pope Francis. A statement confirming the news has been issued by the diocese: ‘Following the transfer of the Most Reverend Alan McGuckian, SJ, to the Diocese of Down and Connor, which took effect on 19th […]


Bishop Alan McGuckian to take up new role on Tuesday


THE formal ceremony to install the former Bishop of Raphoe as the new Bishop of Down and Connor will take place early next month. Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ is to be officially appointed as the Bishop of Down and Connor in April. Bishop McGuckian was appointed to the Down and Connor Diocese in February by […]


Lettekenny Credit Union announces the appointment of Bernard Doherty to its lending team


Letterkenny Credit Union (LKCU) is thrilled to announce the addition of Bernard Doherty to its lending team. Bernard will have primary responsibility of developing the Home Loan Mortgage Lending service. He is well known and respected for over 30-years in the financial services industry in Letterkenny and brings a wealth of experience and passion for […]


Funeral takes place in Letterkenny of Ciarán Mc Art


By Dionne Meehan THE funeral of a pedestrian who died in a collision on the Ramelton Road outside Letterkenny took place yesterday. Letterkenny man Ciarán Mc Art was pronounced dead at the scene after a road collision involving a lorry at Magherennan in the early hours of Friday morning. Advertisement He was the much loved son […]


Road closures planned for filming of new TG4 series


A traffic management system will be in place this week, along with road closures close to Falcarragh, as filming on a TG4 drama series continues. Filming for the new TG4 programme ‘Saor Sinn Ón Olc’ has recently taken place in the Gaoth Dobhair area. More filming is scheduled on the R256 Muckish Road from Tuesday, […]