Donegal County Library Service is gearing up for National Public Libraries Day on Saturday, 28th September 2024, encouraging locals to Take a Closer Look at the free resources and services available at their libraries. With Central Library in Letterkenny, Buncrana Community Library, Bundoran Community Library, Carndonagh Community Library, and Leabharlann Phobail na Rosann all taking […]
Construction begins on new Lidl store in Carndonagh
Lidl has officially commenced construction on a new €7 million store in Carndonagh, Co. Donegal, with plans to open in early 2025. Located on Station Road (R238), near the town centre, the new 2,209 square metre store will feature state-of-the-art facilities, including an off-license and 103 parking spaces. Planning permission for the development was granted […]
Funeral of Ryan Chan: Mourners are asked to pray for family
By Dionne Meehan MOURNERS at the funeral of Letterkenny man Ryan Chan were asked to keep his partner Megan and their two children in their thoughts at this sad time. Fr Eamonn Kelly, the celebrant at this morning’s Funeral Mass spoke of the sadness within the community since Ryan’s untimely passing in Albufeira, Portugal earlier […]
ATU Students Union pulls out all the stops with packed Freshers week
Today marks the start of the highly anticipated Freshers’ Week at ATU Donegal, running from September 23rd to 27th, with a full schedule of exciting events to welcome new and returning students. With a mix of on-campus activities during the day and vibrant nightlife events in partnership with local pubs and clubs, this year promises […]
Road works to commence on Ballybofey-Stranorlar Bridge this evening
ROAD works will commence on the Ballybofey-Stranorlar Bridge this evening. The works are expected to last two weeks and will take place at night between 8pm and 7am. There will be traffic diversions in place.
Pringle will run for re-election in upcoming general election
Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, has confirmed that he will run for re-election in the upcoming general election. Deputy Pringle said: “As an independent, I’ve always put people first, not party. I’m for real change that will put Donegal people and people around the country at the centre of Government thinking. That’s what’s been […]
Council to chop down ancient oak despite residents’ pleas
by Dionne Meehan DONEGAL County Council has confirmed it is forging ahead with plans to chop down a 90-year-old Sessile Oak tree in Ballyraine, despite residents’ desperate pleas. The tree, located between the entrances to Ballyraine Park and Orchard Grove, is due to be removed to make way for a new cycle path, which is part of […]
Ryan Chan to be laid to rest today
by Kate Heaney THE funeral takes place in Letterkenny today of Ryan Chan, who was found dead in a police cell in Albufeira earlier this month. Mr Chan’s remains were repatriated from Portugal with the assistance of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust after his body was discovered in a police cell on September 11. Advertisement The […]
Weather: Dry but cloudy day ahead
TODAY will be largely dry but cloudy with limited bright or sunny spells. Some well scattered showers will occur, mainly across the northwest. Highest temperatures of 14 to 16 degrees in light to moderate north to northwest breezes. Advertisement Tonight will be clear with some showery rain feeding into parts of the northwest overnight. Some […]
‘I still grieve for my baby’s first year’
Rape survivor who was attacked next to her newborn speaks of her ordeal