Over 100 drivers in Donegal failed to attend their scheduled driving tests between January and July this year, according to new figures from the Road Safety Authority. The 102 motorists who missed their appointments collectively lost out on €8,670 in fees according to the Irish Independent. Nationwide, 6,441 drivers failed to show up for their […]
Five Donegal schools to offer Drama, Film, and Theatre
By Rebecca Crockett FIVE schools in Donegal will be the first to offer the new Leaving Certificate subject of Drama, Film, and Theatre Studies. It was announced by Minister for Education Norma Foley that 57 schools had been selected to introduce the subject into their Leaving certificate curriculum. It is part of the Senior Cycle […]
Sunny days ahead but no heatwave for Donegal says Met Éireann
A Met Éireann spokesperson has confirmed that Donegal, along with the rest of Ireland, will not be experiencing a heatwave in the coming days. While some may have been hoping for scorching temperatures, the weather forecast paints a more moderate picture. “In Met Éireann, a heatwave is defined as 5 consecutive days of 25 degrees […]
Donegal Council highlights demand for Affordable Purchase Scheme but income levels raise viability concerns
A special plenary meeting of Donegal County Council took place in the County House, Lifford today, where members discussed the pressing issue of affordable housing in the county. The key point raised during the meeting was the significant demand for a Local Authority Affordable Purchase Scheme, which has yet to be introduced in Donegal. Liam […]
Speer’s Drapers the setting for special talk as part of Culture Night
Award-winning architect Orla Murphy will be in Letterkenny this Friday night where she will present a special talk on Ernest Speer’s Shop on the town’s Main Street as part of an historic shop fronts presentation. The event is being organised as part of Culture Night and will be hosted by the County Donegal Heritage Office, […]
Over €75,000 raised for 6-year-old’s cancer treatment
By Rebecca Crockett OVER €75,000 has been raised since Friday for a Donegal six-year-old who was diagnosed with cancer following a standard A&E visit. Ruby Houston was diagnosed with an advanced aggressive cancer called Neuroblastoma after attending A&E with a sore leg. Advertisement Described as their “smart, kind, funny and loving 6-year-old girl”, Alana and […]
First easy-read menu launched in Letterkenny
By Dionne Meehan THE No Barriers Foundation has launched Donegal’s first easy read menu at Bloem Café in the Letterkenny Retail Park. This easy read menu was created in collaboration with the DS Champions graduates and with people who have lived experience with neurodiversity. Advertisement Pictures of each item are included on the menu making it […]
McAuliffe family thank customers as shop to close
MCAULIFFE’S Craft Shop will permanently close its doors next month due to the sale of the building, marking the end of an era in the family’s business life in Dunfanaghy. The shop has been at the heart of life in the town, serving the needs of the local people and visitors to the area for over […]
HSE must answer questions on cancelled transportation for people with disabilities – Senator Nikki Bradley
THE HSE decision to cancel transportation for people with disabilities to disability day service units is leaving families in distress, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Senator Nikki Bradley, said that the HSE needs to provide alternative transport arrangements when last minute cancellations occur. “It has been confirmed that almost 40 people with disabilities in […]
Taoiseach makes first official visit to Derry
By Rebecca Crockett TAOISEACH Simon Harris will make his first visit to Derry as leader where he is expected to mark ongoing cross-border cooperation between Derry, Tyrone, and Donegal. The Fine Gael leader will announce €7.6 million from the Shared Island Fund to link the Wild Atlantic Way with the Causeway Coastal route in the […]