DONEGAL man John Downey will appear before the High Court in Dublin this afternoon over his alleged involvement in the murder of two Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR) soldiers in Enniskillen more than 40 years ago. The 66-year-old is also being held on suspicion of aiding and abetting an explosion. Lance Corporal Alfred Johnston and Private […]
Polish national’s death was an accident, say friends
FRIENDS of a Polish man who died in Letterkenny a year ago have rejected Garda claims he was murdered. Thursday marked the first anniversary of the death of Sebastian Adamowicz whose body was discovered at the foot of a staircase in his home at Sylvan Park. He was rushed to Letterkenny hospital but died later […]
Bamboo Court, a spicy little corner of culinary heaven
A dash of ginger, a splash of garlic, a nip of salt – to watch Chee Keong Look is to watch a master at work. Standing in front of multiple woks he controls his kitchen like a conductor addresses an orchestra. Where can this culinary Andre Rieu be found? Catering to wealthy diners in a […]
‘It is important we say what we believe’ – Brogan
DONEGAL Fianna Fáil Councillor Ciaran Brogan has stressed that the large vote secured by Peter Casey in last week’s presidential election was a wake up call to politicians who need to listen to the views of voters and not be afraid to express them. Cllr Brogan was speaking to the Donegal News after many of […]
Donegal Taxi drivers join fight against suicide
THE fight against suicide in Donegal has received a further boost this week thanks to a new initiative which aims to train taxi drivers with suicide prevention skills, teaching them how to help somebody who may be in distress or feeling suicidal.
Guitar legend Frank Vignola in Letterkenny this evening
THIS evening (Friday) the Regional Cultural Centre welcomes one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today to Letterkenny. Frank Vignola’s stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Wynton Marsalis, Tommy Emmanuel, Mark O’Connor, the Boston Pops and […]
Official results of how Donegal voted expected soon
RESULTS of the first count in the Presidential Election and Blasphemy Referendum for Donegal are expected to be announced shortly
A subdued atmosphere prevails at the Aura Leisure Centre in Letterkenny where counting is taking place.
Cupán Cré: Coffee to go, mug to stay
The Cupán Cré – the eco art cup – which retails for €22 will be on display at craft fairs in An Grianan Theatre, Letterkenny, on December 2
Letterkenny Olympian ready for fourth Dublin Marathon
By her own admission, Caitriona Jennings would have been guilty of putting the body under too much pressure during workouts.
Northern Ireland prisoner may be at large in Donegal
POLICE in Northern Ireland believe a remand prisoner who is unlawfully at large could be travelling in Donegal and Derry.