POLICE have launched a murder investigation following the death of a women in Enniskillen last night. The woman’s body was found at a house in the Corban Avenue area of the town. Detective Chief Inspector Gary Robinson, from the Major Investigation Team, said: “Police received a report that a man driving a grey Nissan Juke […]
FUEL COST RISES: Garda warning over home heating oil thefts
GARDAÍ in Donegal have warned that due to the sudden increase in the price of oil, there may be a surge in incidents of theft of home heating oil. Gardaí have asked the public to be extra vigilant to help avoid their homes being targeted. And they have also issued a list of preventative measures which […]
Local Enterprise Week draws to a successful end
LOCAL Enterprise Week events held across Donegal attracted strong attendance from businesses, entrepreneurs and community stakeholders, highlighting the continued momentum and ambition within the county’s business community. Organised by the Local Enterprise Office Donegal in partnership with Donegal County Council and a wide range of local partners, the week delivered a packed schedule of expert-led […]
New Infant Feeding room opens at St Conal’s Hospital
A new dedicated Infant Feeding room has officially opened at St Conal’s Hospital Campus in Letterkenny on Friday, providing a comfortable, private and welcoming space for mothers and carers who wish to feed infants or express milk while attending the campus. The opening coincided with International Women’s Day on Sunday, recognising the importance of supporting […]
A woman of gentle nature and quiet strength – the late Nóra O’Donnell
By Tommy Curran The death took place at her home on Monday week last of Nóra O’Donnell, Knockastolar, Bunbeg. She was originally from Craughyboyle, Dungloe and was a member of the McSorley family. She was born on August 17, 1932 and was a daughter of the late John and Bridget McSorley. Nóra attended the local […]
From the archives: The Way We Were
Saoirse Gallagher delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear Saturday February 21, 1976 BIG ANTI-BLANEY VOTE: AT FIANNA FáIL ARD FHEIS FIANNA FÁIL has said very emphatically that it does not want Donegal Deputy Neil Blaney back in its ranks. The vast majority of the 3,000 delegates from around […]
Wedding of the Week: From the Italian sun to Donegal soil
The Marleys say ‘Yes’ in Italy and ‘I Do’ in Donegal FROM a surprise proposal in Italy to a meticulously planned dream wedding in Donegal, the past three years have been a whirlwind romance for the Marleys. The couple first met in 2023, despite having shared many mutual connections over the years. Madly in love, […]
‘My interest in fashion and style – it’s all my mum’s fault’
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THIRD DEGREE: Emma Murray on helping women rediscover their confidence Hi Emma, thank you for taking this interview. Could you tell us a little bit about yourself, please? Thank you for having me. I’m from Donegal and have built my career working across Ireland and Northern Ireland, where I now run my business full time […]
FRESH TAKE: The ripple effect of a far-off war impacts on all of our lives
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WAR in Iran may be unfolding thousands of miles away, but for households in Donegal the ripple effects have been immediate. In just a matter of days, the cost of heating a house has surged, showing how quickly a major international crisis can stop feeling like a distant headline and become part of everyday life. […]
In pictures: The Cope Dungloe celebrates 120 years in business
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AT an early age, a young Patrick Gallagher from the Rosses began work as a farm labourer, first in county Donegal and then as a potato picker in Scotland. It was this hard work, with its long hours and poor pay, that inspired him to return home and set up a cooperative movement in the […]