GRADUATES from Donegal are among those taking part in this year’s ESB Graduate Development Programme. Joining over 100 graduates from Irish and international third-level institutions, graduates will be placed across the fields of engineering, IT, HR, commercial, marketing and finance. The tailored programme offers each graduate the opportunity to gain experience by working on challenging […]
Weather: Dry today with long spells of warm sunshine
TODAY will be dry and pleasant with long spells of warm sunshine. Highest temperatures of 18 to 21 degrees. Tonight will be dry with mostly clear skies, though with a few mist and fog patches forming. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 6 to 11 degrees with light, variable breezes.
Tributes paid to well-known Letterkenny businessman Bernard Dillon
THERE is much sadness in Letterkenny today following the passing of well-known businessman Bernard Dillon, Glenview, Ballyraine. Mr Dillon passed away peacefully, surrounded by his devoted family in the special care of the Donegal Hospice on Monday, September 16. Mr Dillon helped run the family business, Dillon Brothers Supermarket, on Letterkenny’s Main Street as well […]
Missed driving tests cost Donegal drivers thousands in fees
Over 100 drivers in Donegal failed to attend their scheduled driving tests between January and July this year, according to new figures from the Road Safety Authority. The 102 motorists who missed their appointments collectively lost out on €8,670 in fees according to the Irish Independent. Nationwide, 6,441 drivers failed to show up for their […]
Five Donegal schools to offer Drama, Film, and Theatre
By Rebecca Crockett FIVE schools in Donegal will be the first to offer the new Leaving Certificate subject of Drama, Film, and Theatre Studies. It was announced by Minister for Education Norma Foley that 57 schools had been selected to introduce the subject into their Leaving certificate curriculum. It is part of the Senior Cycle […]
Sunny days ahead but no heatwave for Donegal says Met Éireann
A Met Éireann spokesperson has confirmed that Donegal, along with the rest of Ireland, will not be experiencing a heatwave in the coming days. While some may have been hoping for scorching temperatures, the weather forecast paints a more moderate picture. “In Met Éireann, a heatwave is defined as 5 consecutive days of 25 degrees […]
Donegal Council highlights demand for Affordable Purchase Scheme but income levels raise viability concerns
A special plenary meeting of Donegal County Council took place in the County House, Lifford today, where members discussed the pressing issue of affordable housing in the county. The key point raised during the meeting was the significant demand for a Local Authority Affordable Purchase Scheme, which has yet to be introduced in Donegal. Liam […]
Speer’s Drapers the setting for special talk as part of Culture Night
Award-winning architect Orla Murphy will be in Letterkenny this Friday night where she will present a special talk on Ernest Speer’s Shop on the town’s Main Street as part of an historic shop fronts presentation. The event is being organised as part of Culture Night and will be hosted by the County Donegal Heritage Office, […]
Over €75,000 raised for 6-year-old’s cancer treatment
By Rebecca Crockett OVER €75,000 has been raised since Friday for a Donegal six-year-old who was diagnosed with cancer following a standard A&E visit. Ruby Houston was diagnosed with an advanced aggressive cancer called Neuroblastoma after attending A&E with a sore leg. Advertisement Described as their “smart, kind, funny and loving 6-year-old girl”, Alana and […]
First easy-read menu launched in Letterkenny
By Dionne Meehan THE No Barriers Foundation has launched Donegal’s first easy read menu at Bloem Café in the Letterkenny Retail Park. This easy read menu was created in collaboration with the DS Champions graduates and with people who have lived experience with neurodiversity. Advertisement Pictures of each item are included on the menu making it […]