YOUNG singers from across Donegal are being invited to showcase their talent for a chance to feature in this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest. TG4 and Adare Productions are looking for the top ten young singers or groups in Ireland to battle it out to represent the country in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. This […]
Overnight water main works to begin on Letterkenny Main Street next week
UISCE Éireann will commence essential water main replacement works on Letterkenny’s Main Street next week, as part of ongoing efforts to upgrade and future‑proof the town’s water network. The works will take place overnight from 7pm to 7am, Monday to Thursday, to minimise disruption to homes, businesses and road users. This project will see the replacement […]
Crime prevention talk in Termon this evening
A CRIME prevention talk will take place this evening in Termon. The talk will be given by Divisional Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Fergus McGroary, and takes place in Termon GAA Clubhouse at 7.30pm. The event comes as gardaí are warning the public in relation to recent attempted fraud incidents where the scammer(s) are once again impersonating members […]
Donegal couple fear rural airbnb closure if short-term rental proposals come into effect
A DONEGAL couple who operate an Airbnb in Trentagh have said they may be forced to close their small rurally located business if proposed short-term rental legislation comes into effect. Jason and Michaela Russell own and operate Hillside Lodge, a small, family-run guest lodge which, they say, provides their main source of income. The couple, along […]
Month’s mind Mass for publican Stephen McCahill to take place
THE month’s mind Mass for murdered Ardara publican and community stalwart Stephen McCahill will take place later this month. Mr McCahill (65), a father-of-two, who co-owed the Corner House pub in Ardara, died following a violent attack at his home at Beagh in the early hours of Monday, January 5. Michael Maloney, 32, of Loughross […]
Weather: Cloudy day with patchy rain and drizzle
THIS morning will be cloudy with patchy rain and drizzle. It will become wet and windy this afternoon as rain spreads from the south. Highest temperatures of 5 to 8 degrees in fresh to strong and gusty winds. Advertisement There will be a risk of flooding in places due to a combination of already saturated […]
Scam callers target Donegal pensioner
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A DONEGAL pensioner has spoken out about how he almost fell victim to a convincing scam that could have given fraudsters full access to his bank details and mobile phone. Eamonn Mc Donnell (79) received a call from people purporting to be from a leading telecommunications provider. Coincidentally, the call came after he himself had complained […]
Design changes to Ballymacool active travel project ‘under review’
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DESIGN modifications to Ballymacool Active Travel project are currently under review, Donegal County Council has said. A public information event on October last set out preliminary designs to residents, landlords and businesses located on the R250 Ballymacool Road, and invited feedback on the proposals. The proposed project seeks to establish “a high quality continuous footway and cycleway […]
From shed to success: Local musician’s whistles go global
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LETTERKENNY’S Callum Parke is changing the tune of what a normal working week looks like by making and selling whistles from his shed. Growing up, the Newmills native immersed himself in music, with rock n’ roll a particular guilty pleasure. From playing the guitar to mastering the tin whistle, it wasn’t until four years ago […]
Widespread sadness following the death of Adrian McHugh
THERE has been deep sadness following the death on Friday of Adrian McHugh of Stramartin, Derrybeg and Galway. He passed away at Letterkenny University Hospital following a short illness. Aged 55 years, he was a son of Sheila (née Curran) and the late Tony McHugh. Widely known and warmly regarded, Adrian was described as ‘one […]