OVER 40 patients are currently on trolleys at Letterkenny University Hospital. According to the INMO, 43 patients are on trolleys waiting on a bed at LUH – 14 patients are in the emergency department, while 29 patients are on trolleys elsewhere. Nationally, 481 admitted patients are waiting for beds this morning, according to today’s INMO […]
Dolphins accompany rowers for charity event
On Sunday last, August 6, three crews from Cumann na gCurach Gaoth Dobhair set off on an ambitious charity row in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. The club undertakes a row for charity on an annual basis with this year’s being the longest route taken since the club’s formation in 2007. The Kevin […]
Plans underway to improve water supply for residents of New Mills area
By Dionne Meehan PLANS are underway to help improve water supply issues for the residents of Bomany, Newmills, Tullgay and Conwal. Welcoming the news, Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly confirmed that Uisce Éireann is currently undertaking a plan to help improve the service capacity in these areas. Advertisement Speaking to the Donegal News, Cllr Kelly said […]
August Craft Month celebrating the vibrant local craft scene across Donegal
A month-long celebration of local craft makers across Ireland is well underway and this August Craft Month a host of exciting events are taking place in Donegal. Celebrating the vibrant local craft scene, people will have the chance to experience exhibitions and workshops across a variety of crafts right on their doorstep as well as […]
Kildarragh Fair starts on Thursday
PREPARATIONS are well underway for the very popular Kildarragh Fair in Creeslough which returns from August 17 to 20. There will be family fun for everyone as well as dancing to some of the best bands in Ireland. Over the years the Kildarragh Fair has raised thousands of Euro for local causes and this year’s […]
Fr Shaun first local Mass tonight
A LARGE congregation is expected at St Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny tonight for the first Mass to be celebrated by newly ordained Fr Shaun Doherty the former Highland Radio anchor presenter. Fr Shaun will celebrate the Vigil Mass for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 7 pm. Afterwards he will […]
Sharing stories and sips at Croithlí Distillery
by Louise Doyle I’LL admit it, I was never a whiskey drinker but a tour of Croithlí (Crolly) Distillery might just have changed my mind. Located in the heart of the Donegal Gaeltacht, the drive to Donegal’s first fully operational Whiskey Distillery in 180 years is something of a glorious wonder even before a foot is set in through the […]
Martin looking forward to a busy year as cathaoirleach
The Donegal News visited the Twin Towns last week where we sat down with the newly elected Cathaoirleach of the Donegal County Council, Martin Harley, to talk about settling into his new role and his aspirations for the year ahead. Cllr Harley is a business man based at the heart of Ballybofey. Through the stain […]
Sisters celebrate start of sustainable fashion venture
COUNTRY music singer Sinead Black is celebrating the start of an exciting new adventure with the opening of a new boutique store in the Twin Towns. Cherry Blossom Boutique which is located in College Court, Main Street, Ballybofey officially opened on Wednesday afternoon with a champagne reception. The boutique is really unique as their focus […]
Kym to be remembered with colour run
A ‘kolour run’ in memory of Kym Harley will be held in Ballybofey this weekend. The event in aid of local charities will start at the Shopping Centre Car Park beside McElhinneys at 2pm today. The annual fundraiser was established following the tragic death of 19 year old Kym Harley, who died in a collision […]