A new exhibition by artist Andrew Duggan is being held at An Gailearaí in Ionad Áislann in Gaoth Dobhair. ‘Tuath – an cuairteoir – the visitor’ – is an installation exhibition focusing on the relationship between humanity, myth and the land. Andrew Duggan is an Irish artist, curator and educator whose video works, installations and projects explore the […]
Feeling the heat and meeting the locals in beautiful Belgrade
Can there be anything more pleasant than sitting back and feeling the natural heat of the sun on your face? By week 2 in Belgrade I was fully recharged, not just by the rest and relaxation but by the heat of that big ball of fire in the sky. If I was a smartphone I’d […]
Alley Theatre unveils packed programme for the new season
The Alley Theatre is ushering in the autumn season with a jam-packed programme of music, comedy, drama and workshops to keep everyone entertained over the coming months. Highlights for autumn and winter include music from the legendary Phil Coulter, live stand up with the hilarious Conal Gallen and Neil Delamare, and a whole host of […]
How do you buy a bus ticket in Serbia?
By Evelyn Cullen “Serbia?” my friend Eric said. “Not the typical summer jaunt to the beach, is it? Why Serbia?” Well, as I am happy to try anywhere, as long as I have my laptop and good wifi, I had decided to take advantage of the digital nomad lifestyle and hop-it. Advertisement It was somewhere […]
Fr Kelly to brave the shave after 30 years
FR Eamonn Kelly, who has not shaved his beard in over 30 years, is going under the blade for a special cause. Fr Kelly of Raphoe, Convoy and Drumkeen Parish has not used a razor himself since the day before Donegal won their first All-Ireland title in September 1992, and he has finally agreed to shave […]
Bundoran to host Culture Night events
Two events will take place in the seaside town as part of the national Culture Night 2023 activities. Culture Night activities will be taking place at venues across the country on the evening of Friday September 22 – a national moment to celebrate culture, creativity and the arts. As part of the Bundoran contribution to […]
Aodh Máirtín Ó Fearraigh appointed RTÉ RnaG Donegal Regional Manager
Aodh Máirtín Ó Fearraigh has been appointed Regional Manager with RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta in Donegal. Aodh Máirtin from Seascan Beag in Gaoth Dobhair, and has been working as part of the RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta team in Doirí Beaga since 2001. A talented journalist, he has extensive experience and skill in current affairs, with a […]
Attendees at National Ploughing Championships to be asked to name their favourite saint
Visitors to stand 326 at the National Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska, County Laois will be asked to name their favourite saint. The question is being asked by Bishop Denis Nulty of Kildare and Leighlin in whose diocese the 3-day Ploughing Championships will be held from 19 – 21 September. ‘I expect that people will name saints […]
‘Probably my best fish, pound-for-pound, was a 210-pound tuna in Lanzarote. Took me two hours to get him up.’
This week Paul Bradley catches up with Charlie Devlin, Retired Shop-steward and fisherman, who tells of catching a 210-pound tuna in Lanzarote and his time working in the hospital. Hi Charlie, how are you? Could you tell us a bit about your history, please? I started part time working in the 1960s. I worked in the Continental, […]
Exploring the outdoors is so important – Boyd Robinson
This week Paul Bradley catches up with Boyd Robinson, estate agent and multi-sporter, who is urging others to get out and enjoy what the county has to offer. Hi Boyd, thanks for doing the interview. How is trade in property for you these days? The trade in the property market is still very buoyant. I […]