THE National Lottery is urging Daily Million Plus players in the Ardara area to check their tickets from the 2pm draw on Sunday, October 12, as a €500,000 top prize remains unclaimed. The winning ticket was purchased at Ardara Filling Station, Portnoo Road, Ardara, on Friday, October 10. The winning Daily Million Plus numbers were: 9, […]
Weather: Mix of cloudy periods, bright spells and scattered showers
TODAY there will be a mix of cloudy periods, bright intervals and scattered showers. Highest temperatures of 8 to 10 degrees. Tonight, clear spells and scattered showers will become isolated. Advertisement Cloud amounts will increase from overnight with patchy drizzle possible. Lowest temperatures of 3 to 7 degrees. Winds will become mainly light, allowing mist […]
Letterkenny’s James Maguire finishes 460km race for Men’s Mental Health
LETTERKENNY man James Maguire, who sustained brain trauma six years ago, has completed a 460km race as part of a six-man team to highlight men’s mental health. James, who is the son of Kenny and Kate Maguire from Illistrin, achieved the extraordinary endurance feat after completing The Speed Project: CHX → MARS in August 2024. […]
Sliabh Liag named Donegal’s most Instagrammed attraction
SLIABH Liag Cliffs have been revealed as the most Instagrammed location in Donegal, according to new research. The study, carried out by Virgin Media Ireland, analysed the number of tagged Instagram posts across the county’s most visited sights and attractions. The analysis used the total number of posts to determine the destinations that are most popular with […]
Essential maintenance works to safeguard water supply continuing in West Donegal
UISCE Éireann’s efforts to safeguard water supply for homes and businesses across West Donegal is continuing, with essential maintenance works taking place next week. Crews will continue with important reservoir cleaning works at Dobhar Reservoir on Na Rosa Regional Public Water Supply Scheme on Monday, December 8. Although unlikely, customers in Dobhar and Bun na […]
Two Donegal men receive National Bravery Awards
TWO Donegal men have been awarded National Bravery Awards at a ceremony in Leinster House earlier today. Local men Keelan Dolan and Pat Cannon were amongst recipients who risked their own lives to aid others in peril. Keelan Dolan was awarded a bronze medal and a Certificate of Bravery after he rescued a man from […]
Major success: St Columba’s Community Centre annual bazaar
THE annual bazaar, in aid of St. Columba’s Community Centre took place last Sunday in Burtonport and once again, it was a huge success. It was a most enjoyable evening, with a great variety of items on sale at the stalls and of course the very popular auction, with great value for all who purchased. […]
Pic special: St. Eunan’s College Junior House awards
On Thursday evening St Eunan’s College invited junior students and their families to the Mount Errigal Hotel for their annual Junior House awards ceremony. The event was held as an acknowledgement and celebration of the students’ achievements from the academic year 2024/2025. Awards were presented across a range of different categories such as sport, music, […]
100% Redress Party hit out after yesterday’s budget meeting
DONEGAL County Council approved its 2026 budget following a day of lengthy talks on Thursday, with members voting to retain commercial rates as they are. The budget meeting had broken up without agreement on Friday, November 21 after members had refused to accept the executive’s recommendation that commercial rates be increased by five per cent. […]
The Grinch steals the spotlight as the theme for tonight’s Late Late Toy Show
RTÉ has revealed the theme of this year’s Toy Show will be none other than the beloved Christmas favourite, The Grinch. Tonight, audiences will be transported to Who-ville as the Toy Show stage is transformed into a world of green mischief and magic inspired by Dr Seuss’ ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’. Expect dazzling performances, […]