PRESIDENT Catherine Connolly has urged people never to accept the “normalisation of war”. In her St Patrick’s Day message, President Connolly spoke of how now, more than ever, “we must renew our commitment to peace and diplomacy in line with the principles of international law as set out in the United Nations Charter”. The message […]
Gaoth Dobhair man launches new St Patrick’s Day celebrations in France
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IN cooperation with the Irish Embassy in France and the president of the regional French tourism office, Brinaleck-based cultural entrepreneur, author and journalist, Sean Hillen has launched new St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the Pyrenees-Orientale region in Languedoc, France. “I’m delighted about this new cultural initiative which will help strengthen the already close bonds between […]
Letterkenny event shines a light on AI in business
AS part of the DICE Conference and during Enterprise Week, business leaders gathered at the ‘Transforming Business Through AI and Data’ seminar, hosted by the Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, to explore how artificial intelligence and data are shaping the future of commerce in Donegal. The event brought together speakers, business owners, and innovation experts to […]
One click can close a small business, warns cyber expert
ARTIFICIAL intelligence is putting SMEs in the firing line of online criminals as automated attacks reshape the threat landscape, a leading north west cyber security expert has warned. Robbie O’Brien, co-founder of Safe Harbour Security, says AI has tipped the balance decisively in favour of criminals, making smaller firms the softest targets in an increasingly automated […]
The Way We Were
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Aoife Doherty delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear. March 13, 1976 Top awards for Donegal in Colleges drama Advertisement A NUMBER of top awards in the Feile Dramaíocht na gColaistí tria leibheal, which was held in Maynooth last weekend, came to Donegal when Noel Gallagher was named as the […]
Castlefinn bar reopens two years after devastating blaze
A CASTLEFINN pub has reopened today, two years on from a devastating blaze that destroyed the popular venue. Tinney’s Bar, run by the Brennan family, was reduced to a charred shell following the fire in March 2024. No injuries were reported but the pub was completely ruined. Advertisement In the intervening time, major renovation works […]
Thatch repair grant scheme open for applications
Donegal County Council’s award-winning Thatch Repair Grant Scheme has opened for applications. Now in its eighth year, the scheme assists the owners and occupiers of historic thatched dwellings and businesses with their maintenance and repair. The scheme allows for small-scale thatch repairs from €500 up to €3,000. The Thatch Repair Grant Scheme is open for […]
Letter to the Editor: No to war
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“No a la guerra”. Those are the words this week by Pedro Sanchez, the Prime Minister of Spain, in answer to Mr Trump’s words that trade with Spain may be cut off. It is of immeasurable value that someone has the guts to stand up for international law and for peace. ‘Epic Fury’, the US […]
Donegal firearm certificate holders urged to check renewal date
FIREARM certificate holders in Donegal Division are being reminded to renew their certificate if it is up for renewal. Each current holder of a firearm certificate should receive a Firearm Renewal Certificate in the post approximately three months prior to the expiry of their current certificate. A garda spokesperson said: “If you delay in submitting the […]
Appeal after house windows smashed in Buncrana
GARDAI are appealing for information after a number of house windows were smashed. The incident of criminal damage took place on in the area of Shandrum, Drumfries, Buncrana, on Thursday, March 5, sometime between 6pm and 7pm. A garda spokesperson said: “We appeal to anyone who may have observed any type of suspicious activity in that […]