LETTERKENNY Councillor Jimmy Kavanagh has announced that he will not contest the upcoming general election. This comes after he was nominated by a number of people and put forward for selection to represent Fine Gael in Donegal. In a statement to the Donegal News, Cllr Kavanagh said: “I will not be contesting the convention for […]
From the barbers to Dáil Éireann- Gerry McKeever to contest General Election
by Louise Doyle LETTERKENNY barber Gerry McKeever is to lodge his nomination paper for the forthcoming General Election as an independent candidate, with housing, infrastructure and the fisheries policy central to his manifesto. While it may be the first political outing for the well-known local barber, who was raised on the Market Square, for more than 40 years Gerry […]
Farm sheds destroyed in late-night blaze in Raphoe
A fire caused extensive damage to farm sheds in the Whitecross area of Raphoe, East Donegal, late last night. The blaze erupted shortly after 8 PM, quickly spreading through the premises. Multiple fire service units from both sides of the border were deployed to the scene, battling the flames for several hours before finally bringing […]
Green Ribbon family fun festival to take place in Donegal next month
A Green Ribbon family fun festival will take place in Glenveagh National Park this September. The event takes place on Sunday, September 8 from 11am to 2pm at Glenveagh National Park. This is an information day for individuals and families to coincide with World Suicide Prevention Day which takes place on September 10 and Green […]
NATIONAL: More than €13.5 million stolen in investment fraud in Ireland this year
An Garda Síochána is advising the public to pay particular close attention when considering any potential investments given the staggering amounts being stolen through investment fraud in Ireland. Between January 2020 and this month over €75 million was reported stolen in Ireland through investment fraud. So far this year, €13.5 million has been stolen from […]
The calm before the storm-Thunderstorm to hit Donegal tonight
IT seems like this morning’s bright and sunny spells may be the calm before the storm as hail and thunderstorms are set to hit the North-West later tonight. This morning we will see some scattered showers across the county, some will be heavy with a chance of hail. Highest temperatures today of 14 to 16 […]
TikTok sensation to appear at Leaving Cert Results Night Letterkenny
AS Leaving Cert results night approaches, students across Ireland are gearing up for a night of celebration, and this year’s event at The Gasworks in Letterkenny promises to be unforgettable. The popular venue is set to host none other than TikTok and social media sensation James Doyle, famously known as ‘Protein Bor,’ who will be […]
Clare O’Donnell reflects on her festival journey urging girls to embrace confidence
By Tara McCormack LETTERKENNY native and Donegal Mary, Clare O’Donnell was treated to a special homecoming celebration last weekend as friends and family marked her selection as the 2024 Mary From Dunglow in style. Fires blazed at the town’s Cullion Road where neighbours and friends turned out to offer their congratulations. Advertisement Her selection as […]
Mental health charity reminds Leaving Certs that ‘you are more than grades’
AS thousands of students across Donegal and the country brace themselves for Leaving Cert results, national mental health charity Turn2Me is urging families to keep things in perspective. The charity’s key message is that exam results do not define a person’s worth or future success. The days leading up to results day can be fraught […]
World Championship success for Glencar’s inspiring mother-daughter dance duo
By Tara McCormack In an awe-inspiring display of determination, Kim Fox, 42, and her daughter Priya, 9, from Glencar, Letterkenny, brought home a prestigious award from the O18 Open PNC UDO World Dance Championships held in Blackpool last weekend. The dynamic duo clinched an impressive 4th place after competing against over a hundred couples in […]