LETTERKENNY man, Tom Giblin has brought Christmas to life with his live animal Nativity stable in a bid to raise much needed funds for local and national charities. Tom began his fundraising mission in the late 70s and has held a number of small fundraising events over the years. However, Tom decided to try his hand […]
Sadness at passing of Myles Gallagher
The sudden and unexpected death of Myles Gallagher, Baltoney, Gortahork on Saturday, December 3, was learned of with great sadness in the local community. Donegal’s only hermit, Mr Gallagher celebrated his 90th birthday in October. He spent the past thirty years living a life of prayer and penance in his family home at Baltoney, Gortahork. […]
Council not in a position to provide modular homes for mica homeowners
DONEGAL County Council held a special meeting in Lifford on Friday to discuss the steps they must take to immediately help those families whose homes are worst affected by defective concrete blocks. The meeting included discussions surrounding the use of modular homes, the Council replied and said this was outside their remit. During the meeting, Council Chief […]
Traffic disruption expected at Pte Rooney’s funeral
It is anticipated that the funeral procession will then arrive in Newtowncunningham between approximately 1pm and 2pm.
Boil Water Notice remains for the Rosses and Gweedore
Irish Water reminds customers on the Rosses Regional Public Water Supply that the Boil Water Notice remains in place. The areas affected by the Boil Water Notice include Crolly, Loughanure, Annagry, Kinncasslagh, Burtonport, Dungloe, Gweedore, Gola Island, Inishfree Island and all areas and group water schemes supplied by Crolly Water Treatment Plant. The notice was […]
Scientists say Hobnobs are the best biscuits to dunk
SCIENTISTS say Hobnobs are the best biscuits for dunking following a new study. The oat biscuit came out on top when it was compared with digestives, rich teas and shortbread. The British Medical Journal reports that out of the four biscuits, the oat biscuit maintained its integrity better when being dunked in a standard cup […]
Very busy week for Mountain Rescue team
FOLLOWING an increased number of call-outs this week Donegal Mountain Rescue have issued advice on how to stay safe this festive season. Donegal Mountain Rescue are a voluntary organisation and charity that provide an emergency response, remote environment and extreme terrain search and rescue 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. With the […]
Tusla Career Opportunities across Donegal in 2023
Tusla – Child and Family Agency have announced a wide range of upcoming career opportunities in social work, social care, and administration across Donegal in 2023. Tusla works in partnership with children, families and communities to ensure that children are supported, protected, and connected to people who can safeguard and promote their well being. Speaking […]
Gardaí renew appeal before 50th anniversary of bombings
Gardaí are renewing their appeal for information ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Donegal, Cavan, and Monaghan bombings. In tonight’s episode of RTÉ One’s Crimecall Gardaí will make an appeal to the public for information about the night of December 28, 1972, when three bombs exploded after 10pm in three separate border towns – Pettigo in Donegal, […]
Private Seán Rooney to be buried in Donegal
THE body of Irish UN peacekeeping soldier Seán Rooney has been returned to his family after being repatriated from Lebanon. The Newtowncunningham man died while on active service when his convoy came under attack in Lebanon. Private Rooney’s funeral will be held on Thursday at Holy Family Church in Dundalk. The funeral mass will begin […]