DONEGAL County Council has been granted approval for a social housing development in Letterkenny. Thirty four homes are to be built at Oran Hill between the Mountain Top and Letterkenny University Hospital. The proposed project will consist of 22 two-bedroom houses, eight one-bedroom apartments and four three-bedroom properties. The Department of Housing has given the […]
Artist marks St Patrick’s Day on Donegal beach
A TALENTED artist has brought ‘silkie’ to life on a Donegal Beach for St Patrick’s Day. Artist Manuel Froelich marked St Patrick’s Day on Silver Strand beach by creating an image of the local legendary silkie coming ashore to toast Ireland’s patron saint with a drop of Silkie Irish whiskey. Silkie Irish Whiskey is distilled […]
Thousands expected in Letterkenny for St Patrick’s Day
THOUSANDS of people are expected to turn out to the St Patrick’s Day parade in Letterkenny today following two years of Covid-19 disruption. Footfall to the local economy is anticipated to be significant with strong hotel bookings suggesting many plan to flock to the county to enjoy the double bank holiday weekend. Met Éireann say […]
St Patrick’s Day events around the county
AFTER a two-year absence due to the Covid-19 pandemic, thousands of people across the county will turn out to support their local St Patrick’s Day parade today. Committees, schools, businesses, voluntary and community organisations have been busily organising the festivities over the last few months for what is expected to be a fantastic day and […]
Hundreds in Donegal pledge accommodation for fleeing Ukranians
OVER 300 people in Donegal have offered to house Ukranian war refugees, the Red Cross has revealed. An overwhelming outpouring of generosity has seen families and homeowners all over Ireland make space in preparation for those fleeing the horror taking place in Ukraine. The Irish Red Cross is managing a portal where people can offer […]
Donegal church chosen for ‘Adopt a Monument’ scheme
A Donegal medieval church has been selected for inclusion in the Adopt a Monument scheme. Killaghtee old church and cross is one of five heritage sites selected for the Heritage Council’s programme. Located in Dunkineely Killaghtee church is thought to date from the 12th Century. However the cross is much older, dating back to around 650AD. Advertisement […]
Man injured in attack during car theft
A MAN had to be treated for injuries he sustained after he was attacked by another male who then stole his car. The victim returned to his home in Ard Lonan, Long Lane, Letterkenny, in the early hours of Sunday, March 13 between 4.30am and 4.40am. He was parking his car, an ‘02 LH’ silver […]
Detached bungalow in west Donegal being sent to auction
A handsome, detached bungalow in the west Donegal Gaeltacht will go to auction later this month. The three-bedroom bungalow will go to auction with Youbid.ie on March 24 with an advised minimum value of €160,000. The property is one of a small number of residences in a remote upland area of Straleel North, four kilometres from […]
‘Everyone needs to consider what they can do to help’
A LOCAL Amnesty International volunteer has urged everyone to consider opening their doors to refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. Niamh Brennan was among the dozens of people who gathered at Letterkenny’s Market Square to show solidarity with those caught up in the violence. Similar vigils were held in Cork and in Dublin in a […]
Sent forward for trial over illegal dumping
A FATHER and daughter have been sent forward for trial charged with illegal dumping on lands in Rossbracken, Letterkenny. Jim Ferry (63) and Louise Ferry (32), both of Slieve Sneacht Road, Letterkenny appeared before a sitting of the District Court this afternoon over the alleged dumping by their company Ferry’s Refuse Recycling Ltd. Mr Ferry, […]