DUCHORAIDH artist and community activist Dr Andrea Redmond is a featured artist in the West Belfast Festival- Feile an Phobail 2026 with an exhibit entitled- ‘Of goddesses and fighting women.’ It is a play on Augusta Gregory’s book of – ‘Gods and fighting men.’ In her exhibit Andrea has focused on themes relating to Donegal, […]
Remembering Scannáin Dobharchú 1992 – 2022
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Cartlann TG4 will launch the showreel in Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair on Thursday, August 20 to commemorate the work of the television producer Máirín Seoighe who passed away in 2022. For almost 30 years, through her production company Scannáin Dobharchú, Máirín produced a vast range of acclaimed series and documentaries for TG4. These included the series […]
Fatal road collision in Donegal
GARDAÍ are investigating a fatal road collision in the county this evening, they have revealed. Tragically, a man has lost his life. Road diversions are in place between Termon and Creeslough, following a two-vehicle collision involved a car and a motorcycle. Advertisement A Garda spokesperson revealed to the Donegal News that gardai are at the scene […]
London’s Eva O’Sullivan had ‘best week of her life’ at Mary from Dungloe
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By Eoin McGarvey ANOTHER memorable chapter has been written in the proud 59-year history of the Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival with the crowning of London’s Eva O’Sullivan as the 2026 Mary. A deserving winner, Eva, 21, captured hearts throughout the festival, being described by a supporter as a ‘what you see is what […]
Gone fishing: A special visit back to Glen Lake
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By Brian McDaid THEY were teenagers the last time they were here together. Fifty years on, as they talked of the happiest of family days spent on this very spot, the Saturday morning sun appeared briefly and cast their shadows on the jetty below them. Advertisement It’s as if their fathers, all fishermen, all the […]
Almost 300 guests, two great live bands, and one very special singer
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This week’s Wedding of the Week is Brian and Danielle O’Donnell, who celebrated their wedding at the Mount Errigal Hotel WEST Donegal natives Danielle and Brian O’Donnell had a joyful wedding at the Mount Errigal Hotel in Letterkenny on July 10 last. Danielle is from Burtonport and Brian is from Dungloe, and they share their […]
Works get underway on Muckish Railway Walk
WORKS are underway on delivering Phase 3 of the Muckish Railway Walk. W Doherty Construction Ltd has been appointed for the project, which mobilised to site this week. As a result, some sections of the Muckish Railway Walk will be closed to the public for the duration of the works. Advertisement Phase 3 works will include […]
Domestic violence survivors heal with trauma programme
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“We Never Thought These Days Were Possible Again” – Donegal domestic abuse survivors celebrate life-changing days with Safe Bonds programme WOMEN and children affected by domestic abuse across Donegal are being given opportunities to heal, reconnect and create memories they once thought were out of reach, thanks to the inspiring work of Donegal Domestic Violence […]
Half-price bulky waste campaign launched at Donegal recycling centres
DONEGAL County Council is encouraging householders to dispose of bulky household waste responsibly through a special half price bulky waste promotion taking place at all six recycling centres across the county. The promotion will run at Stranorlar, Laghey and Dungloe Recycling Centres from August 17-29, and at Carndonagh, Milford and Letterkenny Recycling Centres from September 7-19. […]
Sean ‘Wizard’ McGowan’s family thank public after medical incident
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THE family of legendary Finn Harps player Sean ‘Wizard’ McGowan have thanked those who assisted him after he suffered a medical emergency at the weekend. Mr McGowan was playing at the Ballybofey United Legends match on Saturday when he became unwell about 20 minutes into the game. Thanks to the quick actions of those present […]