Final preparations are underway at the three Donegal based RNLI Lifeboat Stations at Arranmore, Bundoran and Lough Swilly for the charity’s Mayday Mile challenge which will see six volunteer crew (two from each station) climb Donegal’s highest summit, Errigal, this Saturday in full RNLI crew kit. Since the fundraiser was announced a few weeks ago, […]
Over €18,000 raised from Tractor Run
More than €18,000 was raised from Castletown National School’s recent Tractor Run which was raising funds for the development of a new school playground. A total of € 18,750.46 was raised from the event with 170 tractors taking part on the day. The organisers have said they were “overwhelmed” by the support shown and have […]
Letterkenny Hospital waiting times are completely unacceptable – Pearse Doherty TD
Sinn Féin Donegal TD Deputy Pearse Doherty has called for urgent action regarding waiting times at Letterkenny University Hospital. His comments come after patients reported lengthy wait times at Letterkenny’s Emergency Department last week. Teachta Doherty said: Advertisement “The situation at LUH is unacceptable, it is failing the people of Donegal and also the staff […]
TY students crowned European champions
Transition Year students from Rosses Community School have been crowned the European Champions of the Euronext Blue Challenge. The Blue Challenge boosts financial literacy and encourages innovation to limit climate change, whilst also fostering the Blue Economy amongst young entrepreneurs in nine countries. Students Darragh Davidson, Louie Mort, Dylan Doherty and Conor Mc Bride presented their […]
A record 28 cruise ships set to visit Killybegs
SOME 50,000 cruise passengers and crew will visit Killybegs this year. The largest fishing port in the country will see the record for the biggest cruise ship ever to dock there broken twice this year, with the port set to have its busiest ever cruise season. In a statement, Sinbad Marine Services say they will be […]
FLAIR APPARENT: Bar soap versus liquid soap
In the last few years liquid soaps have taken over the hygiene market and you can now buy soap themed around everything from Barbie to Bubblegum. But the liquid soap craze is exacting a huge cost on the environment. The plastic packaging of the dispenser and lid cause higher manufacturing and transport costs which increase […]
One way system in Stranorlar
A ONE-WAY system will be in place in Stranorlar over the next five to six weeks in order to accommodate upgrade works to the town’s sewer network. Ward & Burke will be operating the one-way system between McClay’s Corner and Railway Road as they carry out works on Stranorlar Main St., between Railway Road and […]
Earnings in Donegal remain the lowest in the country
EARNINGS in Donegal remain the lowest in the country, according to latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Looking at earnings by county, median weekly earnings for Dublin were €708.08 in 2021. This was 9.9 per cent higher than the median weekly earnings for the State, at €644.55, and 36.7 per cent higher than Donegal which, […]
Gardaí investigating robbery in Raphoe
GARDAÍ are continuing to investigate a robbery that took place in Raphoe on Wednesday, May 3. A spokesperson for the Gardaí told the Donegal News that they are investigating a “theft and criminal damage incident” which took place at a premises in the town centre in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The spokesperson also […]
Heavy showers expected to last throughout week
By Róise Collins Further heavy showers are forecast for Donegal following a spell of thundery showers which led to flash flooding in Letterkenny over the weekend. Drivers in Letterkenny were met with dangerous driving conditions due to the heavy downpours on Saturday evening. Advertisement This included the Ramelton Road and the Ballyraine area. The weather is […]