Lee Davison from Buncrana, Donegal, is gearing up to represent Ireland at the prestigious 2024 WorldSkills competition in Lyon, France. Davison, who works for D&F Piping, will showcase his welding skills as part of Team Ireland, comprised of 18 young talents competing across various skill areas. Reflecting on his achievement, he said: “I am honoured […]
Deaths in Donegal, Tuesday evening, September 10
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – Sheila Ferry, 82 Sylvan Park, Letterkenny and formerly Rathmullan – Michael Browne, An Grianan House, Dunmore, Carrigans Advertisement – Eileen Breslin, Drumbarron, Ardara – Michael (Sonny) Rooney, Dublin and Bundoran – Jean Kerr, Ramelton – Paul Brannigan, Ramelton – Donna McDermott, Ballymacarthur, Greencastle – Mary Sarah Gallagher, […]
New independent veterinary practice opens in Inishowen
A new locally-owned veterinary clinic, Northwest Vets, has opened its doors in Burt, Inishowen, catering to the needs of farmers and animal owners in North Donegal and the Derry-Tyrone border region. The practice, founded by Maria Barron and Niall McSharry, offers a personalised alternative to corporate veterinary services, with a focus on livestock and equine […]
Cloughaneely Senior Band are to take part in St Patrick’s Day parade in New York City
Buíon Cheoil Sinsear Chloich Cheann Fhaola, the esteemed marching band, has been invited to perform at New York City’s iconic St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The band will depart for New York on Saturday, March 15, and return on Thursday, March 20, marking a significant milestone in the band’s history. Buíon Cheoil Sinsear Chloich Cheann Fhaola, […]
Gardaí share support on World Suicide Prevention Day
GARDAÍ have urged the public to reach out to loved ones and support services when suffering from poor mental health. The plea comes on World Suicide Prevention Day, an awareness day which aims to tackle reducing suicide rates worldwide. A garda spokesperson said: “The topic of suicide and of our mental health are not topics […]
Donegal artists feature on new homeless charity album
TWO talented artists from Donegal, Moya Brennan and Carol Wilson, are featured on the newly released charity album ‘Kindness on the Streets’. This album, which aims to raise awareness and funds for Belfast’s homeless charity, The People’s Kitchen, includes contributions from both national and international musical stars. Notable artists such as Ralph McTell, Mary Black, […]
Gardaí urge the public to be safe and be seen as the nights close in
GARDAÍ have this week reminded the public to dig out their hi-vis vests as the nights begin to close in earlier. A garda spokesperson said: “It is that time of the year when the nights are starting to close in a bit earlier. “Please remember when out walking, cycling or running that although you can […]
Two motorists detected speeding in Buncrana yesterday
GARDAÍ detected two drivers breaking the speed limit in Buncrana yesterday. Gardaí were conducting speed checks when they stopped two drivers whom they detected travelling in excess of an 80KPH speed limit. One motorist was detected travelling at 103KPH and the second motorist was detected travelling 116KPH. Advertisement Fixed Charge Penalty Notices were issued. A […]
Construction of additional car parking spaces at Franciscan Friary gets go-ahead
by Louise Doyle DONEGAL County Council has given the green light to a development at the Franciscan Centre in Rossnowlagh. Applicant Fr Eugene Barrett, acting on behalf of Order of Friars Minor, lodged plans in December 2023 for permission to an extension for the car parking area to provide an additional 55 car parking spaces. […]
Donegal poet announced as Read Mór Ambassador for Culture Night
DONEGAL poet Annmarie Ní Churreáin has been announced as the Read Mór Ambassador for Culture Night 2024. Read Mór is a book gifting initiative and this year, the Arts Council will be partnering with the Irish Prison Service to gift users across 13 prisons a lit of 30 book titles, including Ms Ní Churreáin’s poetry […]