WITH the cost of living crisis hitting hard this Christmas many are resorting to charity shops in the hope of finding the perfect gift at a fraction of the price. Whatever you’re on the hunt for this Christmas you can be sure one of your local charity shops can help you out, while you help […]
Cold weather causes sharp spike in air pollution
THE recent cold weather resulted in high levels of air pollution in Letterkenny over the last two weeks. Graphs published by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from the monitoring station on the High Road show spikes of particulate matter (PM2.5) ten times above the level recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO). On December 15 […]
Donegal features heavily in RnaG Christmas schedule
LIFE on Inis Bó Finne, an interview with legendary footballer Anthony Molloy, the history of Donegal County Council and a special programme with musicians from Scoil Gheimhridh Ghaoth Dobhair will all feature in the RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta Christmas schedule this year. Last summer, Áine Ní Bhreisleáin spent a few days interviewing people from Inis […]
HSE shares tips to deal with seasonal stress
The festive season can be a joyful time but for many people it can be a time where they feel increased levels of stress, anxiety or low mood. This can be due to a number of reasons and can manifest in different ways including, irritability, breathing problems, panicky feelings or headaches. The HSE Your Mental […]
Gardaí conducting national slow down day
GARDAÍ are conducting an Operation Slow Down day today with the aim of reducing the number of serious road traffic collisions this Christmas and New Year period. From 7am this morning (Friday) until 7am Christmas Eve the roads policing unit in Donegal and across the country are conducting high visibility speed enforcement activity. Eight people […]
Boil notice lifted for Rosses water supply
A BOIL water notice for the Rosses has been lifted following remedial works carried out by Irish Water, in partnership with Donegal County Council. The utility company said that following the completion of remedial measures, the receipt of satisfactory monitoring results, and in consultation with the HSE, the boil notice on the Rosses Regional Water […]
New Eithne Coyle 1916 Society to host Lifford rally
THE 1916 societies have organised a rally for freedom, independence and sovereignty in Lifford on December 28 at 2pm. The newly formed Eithne Coyle 1916 Society, Lifford, will host the event. A spokesperson for the Lifford society is calling on everyone in East Donegal and West Tyrone to come out and support the rally which will […]
Bustling trade for retailers in Letterkenny as the shop local message pays off
WITH just three days to go until Christmas, children’s toy shops in Letterkenny are enjoying a bustling trade and a buzz in store. Parents, and indeed Santa, looking for that extra special or last minute surprise gift are not being left disappointed as local toy store shelves are stacked to the brim with all the […]
‘No words great enough to express my love for Seán’
THE heartbroken mother of Private Seán Rooney told mourners at his funeral mass this morning that there are no words great enough to express the love she had for her son. His mother Natasha, dad Paul, his brothers and sisters, grandparents, fiancée Holly, and extended family and friends gathered in Holy Family Church in Dundalk. […]
‘You’re welcome in Mullachdubh any time Jamie lad’
HOLLYWOOD superstar Jamie Foxx has been told there is a pint in the barrel for him in Bonner’s Bar, Mullachdubh. The invite was extended by Edward Gillespie when the pair shared a drink to mark the Oscar winner’s birthday. Edward works with his son Benny, founder of Black Castle Scenery, a company that builds sets for film […]