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 […]
A positive step forward for Twin Towns businesses
By Róise Collins A group of business owners in the Twin Towns have joined forces to strengthen their collective voice against the challenges facing their sector. The united businesses have together formed a new branch of the main Ballybofey and Stranorlar Chamber of Commerce called Stronger Together. Advertisement Local business woman Tracey Alexander, who together […]
First Dubai entrant wins Mary from Dungloe title
By Eoin McGarvey A Dubai based but Glasgow born primary school teacher who has strong connections with Co. Donegal was selected as the 56th Mary from Dungloe on Sunday night. Adele Morgan, 28, was chosen by the judges from the 14 wonderful entries who represented Irish centres throughout the world and here at home. Advertisement With […]
Letterkenny’s London Rose prepares for Tralee
By Róise Collins With the 2023 Mary from Dungloe Festival drawn to a close, all eyes have shifted south of the country for the next fix of Irish pageantry as the Rose of Tralee makes a much anticipated return to our television screens. There is a great excitement locally as Donegal woman Amy Gillen will […]
Common sense needed to solve Glenveagh parking issues – claim
LOCAL businesses and tourist providers around Glenveagh National Park and the west of the county this week condemned “the lack of common sense” at the popular tourist attraction which saw a ‘car park full’ notice being displayed on a number of days over recent weeks. This led potential tourists to turn around and drive away […]
Ramelton’s new futuristic look divides opinion
By Dionne Meehan OPINIONS were divided at the weekend when illustrations of the Ramelton Flood Relief Scheme were presented to the public. Some locals feel the proposed changes will take away from the town’s historic feel, while others have welcomed the plans. Advertisement The purpose of the scheme is to alleviate the risk of flooding […]