Raphoe pupil wins national carbon monoxide safety competition


SIXTH class pupil Fearne Quinn from St Eunan’s National School, Raphoe, has won a nationwide poster competition to raise awareness of carbon monoxide and the dangers that it can pose in our homes. Gas Networks Ireland, in partnership with Junior Achievement Ireland (JAI), called for entries to a carbon monoxide safety poster competition from pupils […]

Letterkenny businesses join together in tourism initiative


BUSINESSES across Letterkenny are coming together with fresh energy and a shared vision to promote the town as the ‘Heart of Donegal’ and an ideal base for discovering everything the county has to offer. Building on the success of previous collaborative efforts, the newly revitalised Go Visit Letterkenny campaign brings together hotels, hospitality venues, activity […]

‘Colour is key’ in new song by Lurgybrack NS songwriters


By Paul McElwee A new song and music video created by the children of Lurgybrack NS song writing club, which celebrates uniqueness and the power of togetherness, was be released yesterday as part of the Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 initiative. Entitled ‘Kaleidoscope’ the song is the brainchild of teacher Bri Carr, 6th class student Matthew […]

Donegal man’s heartfelt gift to hospice


By Dionne Meehan A SAINT Johnston man has paid a heartfelt tribute to the staff of the Donegal Hospice, who cared for his beloved father during his final days, by raising an impressive €32,000 in his honour. In April, Garret Wilson fulfilled his late father John’s wish by embarking on the Portuguese Camino to raise money for […]

‘Diagnosis during my pregnancy saved my life’


Nadine Coyle McCabe on her journey of illness, recovery and support By Paddy Walsh SHE breezed over the finishing line at the Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin on Sunday – the Donegal woman who owes her life to the birth of her son. Advertisement Nadine Coyle McCabe, a native of Letterkenny but resident in Donegal […]

Langan drives away in style thanks to McGinley Motors


By Paul McElwee MCGINLEY Motors of Letterkenny have once again showed their commitment and continued support to local sport and talent by presenting Donegal and St Michael’s GAA star Michael Langan with his brand new Peugeot 3008 Hybrid vehicle from the local dealership. McGinley Motors is the North West’s main Peugeot dealership, offering a wide […]

Walk on the wild side of Inch Island this June


NATURE lovers are invited to find out more about the rich and fascinating ecosystem of Inch Wildfowl Reserve at a special event taking place on Saturday, June 7. Participants can enjoy a range of outdoor activities led by nature experts and Biodiversity Officers from Donegal County Council and Derry City and Strabane District Council through […]

Tory islanders honour renowned swimmer with special fundraiser


By Róise Collins THIS WEEKEND, a special fundraiser for the Arranmore RNLI will take place in Magheraroarty, also serving as a tribute to the late Henry O’Donnell. Henry was a lifelong supporter of the RNLI and a passionate advocate for water safety. The event is being organised by Tory Islander Niamh Ní Dhubhgáin, from the […]