In the spirit of giving back during the festive season, Circle K, Ireland’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, has today announced the continuation of its heartfelt tradition, providing complimentary hot drinks to all members of the Irish Emergency Services on the 25th and 31st of December at participating Circle K stores nationwide. On these two […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday morning, December 24
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – Joseph Houston, Cloghan – Mary Carr, Donegal Town Advertisement – Noreen Burke, Ballintra – Kay Timoney, Donegal Town – Marjorie Sweeney, Letterkenny – Eileen McNelis, Ardara – Charlie McKinney, Buncrana The death has occurred of Joseph Houston, Lettershanbo, Cloghan, Donegal, formerly Lettershanbo, Cloghan. Peacefully at his […]
Weather: Breezy and overcast but a generally mild day
Today will remain breezy and overcast, and it will be a milder day. It should turn dry for most, although the odd light spot of drizzle cannot be ruled out.
Simon is Natalie’s hero as the couple enjoy magical day
By Evelyn Cullen SIMON Harron swept his new bride Natalie off her feet with a romantic first dance to the song ‘Hero’, originally by Enrique Iglesias, on their wedding day at the Villa Rose Hotel in Ballybofey on October 17. “Simon is such a people’s person, quick witted and funny, always making people laugh,” gushed Natalie about her new husband, when the Donegal News spoke with […]
Buncrana is pilot town for night-time economy campaign
Buncrana has been selected as one of nine pilot towns and cities across Ireland to take part in a groundbreaking national initiative aimed at revitalising and expanding the country’s night-time economy. The campaign focuses on boosting the social, cultural, and economic activities that take place after 6pm, helping communities to thrive after dark. One of the […]
Vape shop owner says incoming law will ‘kill’ industry
By Paul McElwee A NORTH west vape shop owner has said that an influx of vape users from across the border is ‘inevitable’ with the upcoming ban on flavoured vapes and an excise tax on non-banned vapes coming into effect in the new year. Connor Kelly, of Vape Shack in Strabane, is expecting his cross-border trade to […]
Boil water notice on Glenties -Ardara Water Supply lifted with immediate effect
THERE is some welcome news for homeowners and businesses in the Glenties-Ardara areas just in time for Christmas with confirmation that a boil water notice in place on the Glenties – Ardara Public Water Supply has been lifted with immediate effect. Uisce Éireann has confirmed that, following consultation with the Health Service Executive, customers on […]
Islamic Cultural Centre plans for Letterkenny appealed
by Louise Doyle PLANS for the construction of an Islamic Cultural Centre give the green light by the council last month have been appealed by local residents on the grounds of a traffic hazard and disturbance to the area. Applicant Letterkenny Islamic Association Clg lodged plans with Donegal County Council in November 2023, seeking planning permission […]
HSE prepares for significant increases in influenza and respiratory illness
by Michael Lockhart HEALTH services in Donegal are preparing for further significant increases in influenza and respiratory illness in the coming days and weeks. The impact of flu circulating in the community has a direct impact on the capacity of health services, both in hospitals and in primary and community care settings. Advertisement HSE Health […]
TCS staff spread some festive cheer with Secret Santa appeal
Tata Consultancy Services employees are pictured at TCS Campus in Letterkenny as they volunteered as Secret Santa for this year’s Donegal Lifestart Services Christmas Toy Appeal. A total of 57 staff from TCS Letterkenny’s Global Delivery Centre took part in the appeal, donating enough toys to support more than 50 children this festive season. The […]