by Dionne Meehan DONEGAL County Council has confirmed it is forging ahead with plans to chop down a 90-year-old Sessile Oak tree in Ballyraine, despite residents’ desperate pleas. The tree, located between the entrances to Ballyraine Park and Orchard Grove, is due to be removed to make way for a new cycle path, which is part of […]
Ryan Chan to be laid to rest today
by Kate Heaney THE funeral takes place in Letterkenny today of Ryan Chan, who was found dead in a police cell in Albufeira earlier this month. Mr Chan’s remains were repatriated from Portugal with the assistance of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust after his body was discovered in a police cell on September 11. Advertisement The […]
‘I still grieve for my baby’s first year’
Rape survivor who was attacked next to her newborn speaks of her ordeal
A new Sensory Room opens in Ionad Naomh Pádraig in Gaoth Dobhair
By Tommy Curran A NEW sensory room which is equipped with interactive and integrated lighting, visual and sound effects was officially opened upstairs in Ionad Naomh Pádraig, Gaoth Dobhair last Thursday. The room was officially opened by Ann Marie Crosse, Sláintecare, Healthy Communities Co-Ordinator. Advertisement The blessing of the new room was performed by Fr. Brian […]
Could Ireland’s most OATstanding oats be grown in Donegal?
CALLING all Donegal oat growers! Flahavan’s are delighted to once again announce their “Oat Grower of the Year Award” competition for 2024. This prestigious award recognises the outstanding efforts and dedication of both Conventional and Organic Oat Growers in producing top-quality oats. The Waterford-based family food business, who have been producing Ireland’s favourite porridge for […]
Keadue men walk to paradise…
KEADUE native Paddy Ferry and his son Patrick, a resident in Edinburgh, completed a 46-mile sponsored charity walk last weekend from Edinburgh to Celtic Park in Glasgow. Funds were raised for the Edinburgh Food Project and the Celtic Charitable Foundation. This is in keeping with the founding ethos of Celtic when a Sligo man, Brother […]
PARENTING: Having the neighbours’ kids around all the time – is it a good thing or not?
MANY people who live in a housing estate with lots of young families will agree that it’s fantastic for your kids to have neighbourhood playmates. There are plenty of days when I don’t feel the need to go anywhere to entertain my kids; I can just open the door and send them out to play […]
Family, friends and two wee suits: Aoife and Joseph’s ‘smooth as silk’ Ramelton wedding
By Tara McCormack Love was truly in the air as Ramelton native Aoife Gallagher and Joseph Proctor from Arranmore island celebrated their special day. The couple’s wedding was a day filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of heart-warming moments. Speaking to the Donegal News, Aoife shared her journey down the aisle: “We got married in […]
Gardaí investigating spate of burglaries in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ are investigating a spate of burglaries which took place in Letterkenny this week. The burglaries, which took place at seven premises, occurred between Wednesday, September 18 and Thursday, September 19. A Garda spokesperson said: “Enquiries are being carried out to establish any items which may have been taken.” Advertisement Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing and […]