GARDAÍ in Donegal have paid tribute to their late colleague Sergeant Paul Reid on the 28th anniversary of his death. Sergeant Paul Reid was killed 28 years ago in Sarajevo. In a poignant post on Facebook, Garda Síochána Donegal said, “Today marks the 28th of the passing of Sergeant Paul Reid R.I.P. “On May 18, 1995, […]
Convoy scientist elected as Fellow of the Royal Society
DONEGAL Scientist Professor Derek Vance has been elected as Fellow of the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of sciences. Professor Vance was one of eighty scientists worldwide who were recently elected to the Royal Society in recognition of being leaders in their field of research. Born and raised in Convoy, Derek is the son […]
Féile Róise Rua to take place on Arranmore
FÉILE Róise Rua is set to take place from Friday, May 19 to Sunday, May 21 on Árainn Mhór Island. Féile Róise Rua was set up in 2018 as a voluntary community based festival to revive the local music and song tradition on the island, in particular the music of local singer and song collector […]
Man arrested following house fire in Derry
A MAN has been arrested following a house fire in Derry last night. From enquiries so far, it’s understood a bin was set on fire at the back of the property on Chamberlain Street with the blaze spreading to the house. No one was in the house at the time, and no injuries have been […]
A day of emotion as three teachers retire from Loreto
THREE Letterkenny secondary school teachers were this week honoured with special presentations from their students and staff colleagues to mark their retirement from teaching. Loreto Letterkenny teachers Imelda Rodgers, Siobhan Gill and Brid Mulhern will retire at the end of this school year. Their contribution to school life over their careers was celebrated on Tuesday […]
Parishioners to hold candlelit vigil in attempt to keep Fr Paddy Dunne
PARISHIONERS in Kilmacrennan are holding a candlelit vigil as part of their campaign to keep Fr Paddy Dunne as parish priest in the area. The candlelit vigil is being held in the Kilmacrennan Chapel car park on Friday night at 9pm. Candles will be provided. It comes as the Bishop’s office announced a number of changes […]
Charity truck show and family fun day in Raphoe on Saturday
DONEGAL Vintage and Working Day Association are holding a charity Truck Show and Strongman competition on Saturday, May 20 at the grounds of Raphoe Livestock Mart. This year’s charity partners include local Mental Health Charities and Alzheimer’s Donegal. Admission on the day is €5 for an adult, €3 for under 16, FREE for children under […]
People of Northern Ireland go to polls tomorrow
RESIDENTS of the North are going to the polls tomorrow to vote in the local government elections. Polls will open tomorrow morning at 7am as residents across the North vote for candidates to form their local Councils. The polls will close at 10pm tomorrow night. Advertisement The electorate will choose 462 councillors across 11 district […]
Manorcunningham water issues to be resolved at last
THERE is good news for residents of Rosbracken and Raymoghy as steps are finally being taken to resolve the ongoing issues with water supply in the area. Water outages in this area of Manorcunningham have been a recurring issue for a number of years and most recently, the residents were left without water on Christmas […]
Lucky Donegal Lotto player scoops €1 million prize
A National Lottery player from Donegal scooped the Daily Million top prize of €1 million in last night’s 9pm draw. The National Lottery is set to reveal the winning store at a celebratory event in Donegal on Friday morning. Daily Million players in Donegal are urged to check their tickets to see if they are […]