WARM congratulations have been extended to Gaoth Dobhair native Margaret Carmichael who recently reached the remarkable milestone of her 100th birthday which she celebrated with family members and friends in Clydebank. Affectionately and better known locally as Maggie Bhán (née Gallagher), she is originally from Sleeghan, Derrybeg and is the daughter of the late Peadar […]
An enchanting journey: Santa Express returns to Oakfield Park
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CHRISTMAS is set to sparkle brighter than ever as The Santa Express at Oakfield Park returns for 2026 with its most magical and immersive experience to date. Building on the success of previous years, visitors will once again step aboard the iconic Santa Express train, the centre piece of the entire experience, for a truly […]
Daniel and Margo among the stars at charity concert in Dunlewey
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THE annual charity Country Music Show was held in Dunlewey on Bank Holiday Monday drawing big crowds who enjoyed another brilliant day of entertainment. The line-up of singers included Clann Mhic Ruairí from Ranafast, John Cannon and his daughter Diane, Shaunie Crampsey, Conor O’Donnell, Daniel O’Donnell and his sister, Margo. This is the sixth year […]
A man of strength and generosity – funeral takes place of Leszek Klos
THE funeral took place today in St Eunan’s Cathedral of Leszek Klos, 58 Cashel Park, Letterkenny. A native of Poland, Leszek, who was aged 50, died peacefully on Saturday surrounded by his loving family. Leszek was very well known in Letterkenny where he had lived for over 20 years. Advertisement He will be remembered for […]
Green Pastures honoured at Great Taste Awards
FAMILY-OWNED dairy producer Green Pastures is celebrating another phenomenal triumph after its range of cultured dairy products earned outstanding recognition at the internationally renowned Great Taste Awards 2026. Leading the honours was Green Pastures’ range of cultured dairy products, with its Cultured Sour Cream achieving the coveted 3-Star Great Taste Award—the competition’s highest honour. The Donegal […]
HSE asked to explain hospital cancer delays
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By Sean Murphy NEW figures show that Letterkenny hospital breast cancer referrals take longer than two weeks – which contravenes target times. The figures come from the HSE’s latest management data report. Advertisement It shows that almost 90 per cent of urgent breast cancer referrals in April were not seen on time at Letterkenny University […]
Long-awaited file on Creeslough tragedy sent to DPP
A long-awaited file on the Creeslough tragedy has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) sent its report to the DPP this week, which will now be used with other submitted files to complete the criminal investigation into the tragedy. On October 7, 2022, an explosion in […]
Cost of living sends university bill soaring in Donegal
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By Sean Murphy THE cost-of-living crisis means attending third-level education in the county has never been dearer, according to new figures. But Donegal’s largest town still has the lowest overall costs nationally for students living away from home, it is claimed. Advertisement The comparison website switcher.ie singled out Letterkenny in its newly published yearly Student […]
Controversial €1bn Ten-T project hit with objections
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HUNDREDS of people have opposed the €1bn Ten-T road project with objections covering a plethora of deep concerns. Over 200 families, farmers, businesses, engineers and solicitors from various areas – such as Letterkenny, Stranorlar, Ballybofey, and Lifford, but also Tipperary, Wexford, Roscommon, and Longford – have responded to the historic road scheme, which is the biggest […]
Fears for missing teenager last seen 50kms from home
Gardai issue appeal for Letterkenny girl who went missing at weekend A TEENAGER has been missing from her home for over three days. The girl was last spotted 50 kms from her home on Sunday and has not been seen since. Advertisement Gardai are now asking the public for help to find Elisabeta Milosiu (17). […]