Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, has expressed his profound disappointment that two Letterkenny schools were not included in the National Development Office (NDO) Sectorial Investment Plan announced by the Minister for Education, Hildagarde Naughton. “It’s extremely disappointing that St Eunan’s College and Illistrin National School were not part of this latest announcement and I […]
Donegal deputy repeats appeal for minister to visit St Eunan’s College
A Donegal deputy has reiterated his call for the Minister for Education, Hildegarde Naughton to urgently accept the invitation from the Student Council of St Eunan’s College to visit the school and to see for herself the unacceptable condition of the old existing buildings. Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn was speaking after the news of the […]
‘We deserve better than temporary solutions that have lasted for generations’
St Eunan’s College in Letterkenny has responded to the disappointing news that their school has been overlooked as part of a multi billion euro government school investment programme. The school, with over 1,000 students and a growing waiting list, has been calling for an extension to the school for decades. But this week they found […]
Disappointment as St Eunan’s overlooked for much needed funding
A Letterkenny councillor has voiced his deep disappointment at St Eunan’s College being overlooked as part of a €7.6 billion school investment programme. Today it was announced that just one school in Donegal, St Columba’s College, Stranorlar, will receive funding for extension and refurbishment. “St Eunan’s College, with over 1,000 students and a growing waiting […]
Sharlene Gill Scholarship in memory of Donegal woman announces expansion
A SCHOLARSHIP set up three years ago in memory of a young Donegal woman has announced its expansion. The Sharlene Gill Scholarship for Women in Engineering honours Sharlene Gill, who joined Omexom at 18 years of age, and went on to serve as the organisation’s first female Business Unit General Manager before her passing at […]
Atlantic Technological University announces a number of key appointments
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has announced key appointments to its Senior Leadership Team (SLT), which will play a central role in shaping the direction of the university. This team brings together leaders with extensive experience in higher education, research and industry engagement, ensuring ATU continues to deliver high-quality education and impactful research across its nine campuses. The SLT currently […]
Landmark project aims to foster more inclusive society
A NEW programme aimed at creating a more inclusive society within communities on both sides of the border experiencing rapid demographic change has been launched. The Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). Through an innovative series of workshops, training sessions, community activities and […]
Top of the class: James Cassidy honoured at DCU Scholars Awards
Dublin City University has recognised undergraduate students for their academic achievement in last year’s Leaving Certificate at the DCU Scholars Awards which were held in The U Student Centre, Glasnevin Campus on Thursday. The students were recognised for achieving more than 600 points in the Leaving Certificate exams. Among the students to be honoured was […]
‘Our Voices Together: Stories of Migration to and from Donegal’
DONEGAL County Museum and the County Archives Service are inviting the public to the launch of their latest exciting project ‘Our Voices Together: Stories of Migration to and from Donegal’ at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny, on Friday, January 30 at 2pm. ‘Our Voices Together: Stories of Migration to and from Donegal’ is an intercultural oral history and […]
In Pics: Finn Valley College cast leaves audience All Shook Up
Wow! What an opening night’s performance. The cast, crew and teachers of Finn Valley College put on a quite brilliant performance as All Shook Up went down a storm on opening night at the Balor Arts Centre in Ballybofey. The sell out crowd were treated to a wonderful evening’s entertainment as Finn Valley College presented […]