TODAY will be largely dry but cloudy with limited bright or sunny spells. Some well scattered showers will occur, mainly across the northwest. Highest temperatures of 14 to 16 degrees in light to moderate north to northwest breezes. Advertisement Tonight will be clear with some showery rain feeding into parts of the northwest overnight. Some […]
‘I still grieve for my baby’s first year’
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Rape survivor who was attacked next to her newborn speaks of her ordeal
A new Sensory Room opens in Ionad Naomh Pádraig in Gaoth Dobhair
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By Tommy Curran A NEW sensory room which is equipped with interactive and integrated lighting, visual and sound effects was officially opened upstairs in Ionad Naomh Pádraig, Gaoth Dobhair last Thursday. The room was officially opened by Ann Marie Crosse, Sláintecare, Healthy Communities Co-Ordinator. Advertisement The blessing of the new room was performed by Fr. Brian […]
Could Ireland’s most OATstanding oats be grown in Donegal?
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CALLING all Donegal oat growers! Flahavan’s are delighted to once again announce their “Oat Grower of the Year Award” competition for 2024. This prestigious award recognises the outstanding efforts and dedication of both Conventional and Organic Oat Growers in producing top-quality oats. The Waterford-based family food business, who have been producing Ireland’s favourite porridge for […]
Keadue men walk to paradise…
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KEADUE native Paddy Ferry and his son Patrick, a resident in Edinburgh, completed a 46-mile sponsored charity walk last weekend from Edinburgh to Celtic Park in Glasgow. Funds were raised for the Edinburgh Food Project and the Celtic Charitable Foundation. This is in keeping with the founding ethos of Celtic when a Sligo man, Brother […]
PARENTING: Having the neighbours’ kids around all the time – is it a good thing or not?
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MANY people who live in a housing estate with lots of young families will agree that it’s fantastic for your kids to have neighbourhood playmates. There are plenty of days when I don’t feel the need to go anywhere to entertain my kids; I can just open the door and send them out to play […]
James’ jiving brings generations together
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By Tara McCormack Across the country, jiving is transforming not just the dance floor but also people’s lives, bringing together communities, sparking new friendships, and improving health and emotional well-being. Social dancing has become much more than a leisure activity; it’s a powerful way to foster connections, regardless of age or background. Advertisement At the […]
Family, friends and two wee suits: Aoife and Joseph’s ‘smooth as silk’ Ramelton wedding
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By Tara McCormack Love was truly in the air as Ramelton native Aoife Gallagher and Joseph Proctor from Arranmore island celebrated their special day. The couple’s wedding was a day filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of heart-warming moments. Speaking to the Donegal News, Aoife shared her journey down the aisle: “We got married in […]
Almost 3,000 wild deer culled in Donegal in one year
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ALMOST 3,000 wild deer were culled in Donegal in one year, according to new data. Data released by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) to the Irish Deer Commission show a record number of 78,175 wild deer were culled in Ireland in the 12-month period up February 28, 2023. In Donegal, 2,704 wild deer were culled. […]