By Diarmaid Doherty THERE are growing fears that the county’s tourism industry will be severely hit by plans to carry out essential works at a number of popular tourist sites during the busy summer season. Locals in Portsalon have already expressed anger at the news that Portsalon Pier is to close on July 1 for two […]
History of County Donegal Railway bus services explored in new book
A new book by Glasgow-based transport journalist, Hugh Dougherty, tells the story of the County Donegal Railway bus services which ran from 1960 to 1971, replacing the famous CDR narrow gauge trains, running from Strabane to Killybegs, Letterkenny, Donegal and Ballyshannon, after the railway’s last train on December 31, 1959. The CDR painted its […]
Issues impacting homeowners affected by defective block crisis must be addressed by banking sector without delay – Pearse Doherty TD
SINN Féin spokesperson on Finance and Donegal TD Pearse Doherty has called on the banking sector to address issues impacting homeowners affected by the defective block crisis without delay. Teachta Doherty was speaking after raising the issues with the Minister for Finance in the Dáil. Deputy Doherty said, “Homeowners affected by the defective block scandal […]
Preparations underway for first Letterkenny Pride to be held this August
PREPARATIONS are underway for the first ever Letterkenny Pride. The major event will be held in Letterkenny on August 19 with a parade and entertainment planned for throughout the town. Pride is a celebration of diversity, it is a time to bring people together, and of course, a big day of fun. Advertisement But beyond that, […]
THE THIRD DEGREE: ‘You reach a goal but there’s always another one that quickly follows’
In this week’s Third Degree Paul Bradley catches up with Letterkenny athlete Nakita Burke who recently won the VHI Women’s Half Marathon, about training, goals and what motivates her. Hi Nakita, congratulations on winning the VHI Women’s Half Marathon. How are you feeling now (presumably people have been very supportive)? Thanks, I’m feeling very grateful […]
New €1 million Linear Park now open
A NEW €1 million Linear Park in Letterkenny is now open. The park, offering a “fresh, new experience”, is located beside Letterkenny Public Services Centre and the Neil T Blaney Road. The park had been due to open in May but following a delay, it instead opened earlier this month. Advertisement The recreational park is the first phase […]
Fr Michael Carney celebrates 40 years in the priesthood
By Diarmaid Doherty JUST prior to his ordination to the priesthood in St. Eunan’s Cathedral on June 19, 1983, Michael Carney had a favour to ask from his bishop. He wanted to be ordained in his hometown of Ballyshannon. Advertisement His father back home wasn’t well and Michael thought it might be easier on the […]
Over €30,000 raised to help grant last wish
By Emma Ryan AN incredible €33,000 has been raised for a terminally-ill Castlefinn woman, whose last wish is to enjoy a family holiday in Florida. Mother-of-four, Leanne Browne, has been battling cancer for the past number of years. Advertisement She was initially diagnosed with breast cancer, and had to undergo a double mastectomy as well […]
Cycling club welcome safety measures
By Diarmaid Doherty THE chairman of the Finn Wheelers Cycling Club has warmly welcomed the news that safety measures are finally to be carried out on the dangerous McGrory’s Brae outside Ballybofey. Brian McElhinney said improvements have long been needed to make the busy road safer. Advertisement Despite major works on the N15 Ballybofey to […]
Calls to reinstate Donegal as stand-alone Garda Division
THE Donegal Joint Policing Committee (JPC) has written to the Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris, asking that Donegal be reinstated as a stand-alone Garda Division. The letter which outlines the committee’s concerns regarding the difficulties being posed by the county’s amalgamation with Sligo and Leitrim. A review is also currently underway into the impact of the restructure of […]