PEOPLE from Donegal and across the globe will converge on Valladolid in Spain next week to mark the death and funeral of Irish Chieftain and hero Red Hugh O’Donnell. A re-enactment of the state funeral he was given back in 1602 will take place in the city that was once the centre of power in […]
Woman (30s) dies following two car collision at Quigley’s Point
By Dionne Meehan A WOMAN (30s) has died following a two vehicle collision at Quigley’s Point late last night. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene at Carrowkeel at approximately 11.15pm last night, Friday, September 6. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “A female back seat passenger, aged in her 30s was fatally injured as a […]
Traffic lights on Polestar Roundabout will not be operational until tomorrow
By Dionne Meehan TRAFFIC lights at the Polestar Roundabout in Letterkenny are currently out of order. Motorists have been urged by gardaí to drive with care. Advertisement The traffic lights will not be operational until tomorrow. A spokesperson from Donegal County Council said: “Traffic Signals at Polestar Roundabout will not be operating until tomorrow. “Traffic […]
Siblings graduate two days apart
A BROTHER and sister from Annagry recently graduated just two days apart! Shaun Harley graduated from the University of Sterling with a BsC (Hons.) degree in Sport and Exercise Science. Shaun is a son of Marie and Shaun Harley, and a grandson of Francie and Breid Duffy, Annagry. Advertisement Emily Harley who graduated from the […]
Paralympics: Team Ireland scoop silver in the women’s B road race after an incredible battle with Team GB
Katie-George Dunlevy and her pilot Linda Kelly have this afternoon scooped silver for Team Ireland in the women’s B road race at Clichy-sous-Bois in Paris. It was a trojan effort and is an outstanding achievement for the Irish team who led almost all the way in the 99.4km race but were heartbreakingly overtaken by Team […]
School traffic chaos in Letterkenny could continue until the end of the year
By Kate Heaney THE return to schools in Letterkenny this week, particularly around the Convent Road area, saw massive traffic issues at drop-off and collection times. Between the four nearby schools there are well in excess of 3,000 pupils, teachers and assistants entering and exiting the area during a narrow time window each weekday. Advertisement […]
Workplace Relations Commission rules in favour of musician
THE Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) ruling in favour of a Castlefinn musician has been described as a “big win for workers’ rights” by a Donegal Independent TD. Deputy Thomas Pringle said he will challenge both the Minister for Finance and the Minister for Social Protection about what they are going to do in light of this […]
Fisherman catches ‘rarity on the rod’ in Donegal Bay
Donegal Bay was throwing up some amazing catches last week, with one fisherman catching a Bonito from the shore. This angler was lure fishing from the rocks when he bagged what has been described as a “rarity on the rod” in this part of the country. Bonitos are usually found much further south in temperate […]
Blessing of Motorcycles to take place next Sunday in Burt
THE blessing of Motorcycles is set to take place in St. Aengus’ Church, Burt next Sunday, September 15 at 1.30pm. All are welcome to attend and a bike ride will follow to the RNLI Station at Ned’s Point in Buncrana for refreshments. Fr Gerry Sweeney will be celebrating Mass in St Patrick’s Chaple, Dungiven, at […]
Geraldine Mullan is set to climb Kilimanjaro for charity next year
By Dionne Meehan MOVILLE’S Geraldine Mullan is preparing to take on her biggest challenge yet as she is set to climb Kilimanjaro in February 2025. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa at 5,895 metres (19, 340 feet) and is one of the world’s top seven summits. Advertisement For Ms Mullan, this climb is a […]