THE lack of signage around Downings is resulting in some tourists ‘missing the town.’ That’s according to local councillor John O’Donnell who called on the council to erect additional signage on the Atlantic Drive to direct tourists to the main route to Downings. He said some tourists are going the wrong way and are missing […]
Civic reception for All Ireland finalists
ALL Ireland finalists Bonagee United Ladies are set to be honoured with a Civic Reception. At a recent Letterkenny Milford Municipal District meeting, Mayor Cllr Kevin Bradley proposed that a civic reception be held for the ladies who reached the final of the FAI Women’s amateur Cup Final. The talented group suffered a 6-1 defeat in […]
Roadworks cause major delays on Letterkenny Derry road
MOTORISTS have been urged to be patient as roadworks at Newtowncunningham continue to cause lengthy delays and long tailbacks. Roadworks are currently being carried out on the main Letterkenny to Derry road. The works were centred around the Newtowncunningham area outside Kernans Diner and Filling Station, but contractors are now expected to move onto the Magherabeg area close to […]
Dungloe student among first group to take on ‘unique’ new course
A DUNGLOE student who is studying a unique and exciting Cyberpsychology degree believes the course and ATU were a perfect match. ATU Donegal has recently launched a unique and exciting BSc Cyberpsychology degree programme, aimed at exploring the intersection of human behaviour and digital technology in the online world. Through this programme, students will gain a deep […]
Prestigious architectural award for talented Falcarragh woman
A FALCARRAGH born architect has won a prestigious architectural award in Sussex for an innovative restoration and extensions to a pair of heritage cottages which are now a single home. Brid Carr developed her interest in heritage buildings while working her first job at Glenveagh National Park and The Glebe Gallery, gaining a love […]
IFA Presents pre-Budget Priorities to Minister for Agriculture
IFA President Tim Cullinan led a delegation to meet the Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConologue yesterday afternoon to discuss farmers’ priorities for Budget ’24. “At the outset, we made it clear to the Minister that his plan to delay payments to farmers this year is totally unacceptable, This must be revisited,” he said. Tim Cullinan […]
Special celebrations to mark 30 years of Burtonport Community Centre
THE Burntonport Community Centre has played a major part in the parish’s good and bad days throughout the past 30 years. The centre has been the venue for celebrations, sports, classes, parties, funerals and even a supporting hand during the tough times for the people of Burtonport and the surrounding areas. On Thursday, the centre […]
Local businesses embracing benefits of their ‘cúpla focal’
By Róise Collins AFTER receiving an overwhelmingly positive response to the new bilingual signage on their shop front, a local business is encouraging other businesses in the town to get involved and use their ‘cúpla focal’ too. Sharon and Brendan McGlynn run The Quiet Moment, a bustling coffee shop on the Letterkenny Main Street recently […]
Ballybofey Artist Veronica Maguire Shows off Stunning Exhibition at the Alley Theatre
DONEGAL artist Veronica Maguire held a ‘Meet and Greet’ this week at the Alley Theatre at her stunning exhibition ‘Captivating Art in Locations and Nature’. Over 52 beautiful paintings are on display featuring contemporary, landscape and abstracts inspired by nature and the incredible scenery of Donegal. Veronica works mainly with oils, alcohol inks, and watercolours. […]
Arranmore RNLI responds to six calls for medical evacuations
Arranmore RNLI volunteer crew responded to six call outs for assistance to evacuate patients in need of medical attention from the island. The call outs happened between July 2 to July 17. Patients are brought to Burtonport on the lifeboat and transferred to a waiting ambulance to complete the journey to Letterkenny University Hospital. Advertisement […]