DONEGAL Education and Training Board (ETB) has appointed Mr Evan Gorrell as a new additional Deputy Principal at Errigal College in Letterkenny. The former Donegal ETB student of Abbey Vocational School in Donegal Town holds a Bachelor of Education in Business Studies and Accounting, along with a Postgraduate Diploma and Master’s degree in Middle Leadership and Mentoring, all […]
30 year reunion for the St Eunan’s class of ‘96
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THE St Eunan’s College Leaving Cert class of 1996 are planning their 30-year reunion. The reunion will take place on Saturday, September 19. Three decades after they exited the gates for the last time, former students from the Class of ‘96 are being invited back to their old Alma Mater for a day of reminiscing […]
Schoolteacher Fionán Bradley is new chairperson of Donegal ETB
BUNCRANA schoolteacher, Cllr Fionán Bradley has been elected Chairperson of Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB) and staff nominee, Joanne Donaghy elected Deputy Chairperson. They replace outgoing Chairperson, Cllr Terry Crossan and outgoing Deputy Chairperson, Cllr Declan Meehan. Their appointments were made at today’s meeting of Donegal ETB in Letterkenny. Advertisement Cllr Bradley said his […]
A cut above the rest: Hairdressing Programme graduation celebrations
Family, friends and staff gathered at Donegal College’s Ballyraine campus on Monday last to celebrate the achievements of ten graduates from the college’s Diploma in Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing programme. The graduation ceremony marked the end of an exciting learning journey and recognised the commitment, creativity and hard work shown by the learners throughout their […]
IN PICS: St Eunan’s College welcomes new first years
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THE new intake of First Year students got their first experience of their new school surrounds on their first day at St Eunan’s College in Letterkenny today. Proud and anxious parents and family members watched on as the students were greeted by school principal, Mr Damien McCroary and welcomed through the front doors of the […]
School to gather for Ollie Horgan’s first anniversary
SAINT Eunan’s College will remember their much-loved teacher Ollie Horgan tomorrow morning on the first anniversary of his death. Mr Horgan sadly passed away last year at the age of 57 after a battle with cancer. Originally from Salthill, Galway, Mr Horgan came to Letterkenny to teach at Saint Eunan’s College and was a successful […]
In pics: Royal and Prior students celebrate Leaving Cert results
THERE was a real sense of celebration at the Royal and Prior Comprehensive School, Raphoe, on Friday morning as the Class of 2026 received their Leaving Certificate results – the reward for five or six years of hard work, development and friendship at the school. Principal Dr Howard Welch was delighted with the outcome, praising the […]
Intrepid explorers enjoy Blue Beyond Borders week Killybegs
OVER the past week a team of intrepid explorers has been learning all about local biodiversity and the environment across Killybegs. Almost 20 young people have been out and about on the Blue Beyond Borders environmental programme. They have completed forest walks, learned about the effects of coastal erosion first hand and found out more […]
In pics: Loreto Letterkenny Prom celebrations
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It was a night of style, fun, music and glamour as the students from Loreto Letterkenny and their partners enjoyed their Prom celebrations. The Silver Tassie Hotel in Letterkenny was the perfect venue for last Wednesday night’s event. Photographer, Siobhan Hegarty went along to capture the special night in pics.
New book delves into stories about life in Dunfanaghy
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WHAT began more than 25 years ago as a modest walking guide for visitors has become a colourful 100-page book filled with maps, memories, mythology and the experiences of a self-described “Blow In”. Brendan M. Rohan will launch Rambles and Ramblings of a Blow In at Dunfanaghy Workhouse tomorrow evening, Tuesday, at 5pm. Signed copies […]