by Paddy Walsh SIX and a half years after there had been a warm welcome in the hills for them, two clerics, Rev David and Heather Houlton, are preparing to take their leave off their parishes and their home in Letterkenny. The Church of Ireland community along with representatives from other denominations and local schools […]
Local hero rescues man from house fire
THE heroic actions of a young Ballyare man saved the life of an elderly man when he entered the burning house at Corkey Manorcunningham to rescue his grandfather’s neighbour. Kealan Dolan put aside his own safety after he noticed smoke coming from the elderly man’s house eight days ago. He jumped from his jeep and […]
A Letterkenny bus route is now wheelchair accessible
Expressway Route 64 (Galway-Letterkenny) service has become wheelchair accessible at some major stops along the route, including Letterkenny
Probe following death of man in Donegal garda cell
AN investigation is underway after a man was found dead the cell of a garda station in Donegal
Errigal engagement: Evangeline says YES to Patrick at the summit
LETTERKENNY man Patrick Hegarty has mustered the courage to propose to his girlfriend, Evangeline Vieira-Miller, at the summit of Errigal Mountain, and thankfully she accepted. Patrick, who moved to Australia in 2004 at the age of nine, has been traveling across Europe for the past year with his new Australian fiancée, Evangeline. The pinnacle of […]
The Diamond reopens in Donegal town ahead of festival
THE Diamond in Donegal town is set to reopen to the public today following an extensive regeneration project. This is a partial reopening as there remains one small section of paving to be completed next month. A statement from Donegal County Council outlines: Advertisement “The project has seen the refurbishment of the iconic Diamond area […]
Discover Donegal’s amazing mini zoo
TROPICAL World is an extraordinary mini zoo where nature’s wonders come to life. Located beside Donegal’s premier garden centre, Alcorns, and the delightful Thyme Out café tearooms, Tropical World offers an immersive experience for visitors of all ages. Step into a world of winged, furry and many-legged creatures and indulge your senses in a vibrant […]
Loved-up Ramelton couple celebrate 70 years of marriage
By Dionne Meehan A LOVED-UP Ramelton couple celebrated their platinum wedding anniversary last week. Former Donegal County Councillor Ian McGarvey (93) and his wife Marjorie (91) celebrated 70 years of marriage with a special get together in the Silver Tassie Hotel last Saturday. Advertisement Ian first laid eyes on Marjorie at a dance in the […]
Monsignor Kevin Gillespie to celebrate 25 years of Ministry
MONSIGNOR Kevin Gillespie will celebrate the Silver Jubilee of his ordination to the priesthood on July 4 at 7pm in St Eunan’s Cathedral with refreshments afterwards in Loreto Secondary School. Monsignor Gillespie is Parish Priest of Conwal and Leck and he is Administrator of the Raphoe Diocese since the departure of Bishop Alan McGuckian to […]
Ciara Browne is first Aurivo Creeslough Student Support Programme recipient
A SIXTH year student from Pobalscoil Chloich Cheannfhaola in Falcarragh has been named as the first recipient of the Aurivo Creeslough Student Support Programme. Aurivo are proud to announce Ciara Browne as the recipient. Earlier this year, the Co-Op committed to supporting one student each year, over the next five years, from the Creeslough community to […]