Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald TD is calling on people locally and across Ireland to take part in events that honour the past and renew the drive for a united, equal Republic. Mary Lou McDonald made her comments as she announced a nationwide programme of Easter Rising Commemorations, which are taking place over the […]
Druma Mór Rann na Feirste – A story of music, community, and tradition
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ON a bright summer day, June 6, 1976, the streets of Ranafast echoed with the first proud notes of a new band. Originally called Buíon Cheoil Rann na Feirste, this group of musicians would later become known as Druma Mór Rann na Feirste, taking inspiration from the book of famous writer Seosamh Mac Grianna. But this […]
Letterkenny-based bus company issues protest call over fuel crisis
A Letterkenny-based mini-bus and coach hire company has issued a call on fellow bus operators, hauliers and farmers to join them in a protest in solidarity over the impact the fuel crisis is having on all their livelihoods. McGettigan Travel will take part in the national protest on Tuesday morning. ”Like many other operators, for […]
Family ties rekindled at special homecoming
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A REMARKABLE and emotional homecoming was celebrated in Letterkenny as members of the Gallagher Clan gathered to welcome Julio César Gallagher, a young visitor from Paraguay, back to his ancestral homeland. The special event, held at the Station House Hotel, brought together members of the extended Gallagher family and community to mark a powerful reconnection […]
The R230 road between Gleann Cholm Cille and MÍn an Aoire is blocked due to landslide
The R230 road between Gleann Cholm Cille and MÍn an Aoire is blocked at Braade due to a landslide. Motorists are advised to divert through An Charraig. A spokesperson for Donegal Councy Council said: “The Council will endeavor to reopen the road as soon as possible.”
Donegal towns honoured at SuperValu Tidy Towns awards
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The 2025 SuperValu Tidy Towns awards for the North West and West region were presented at a prizegiving ceremony in the Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon. There were many Donegal winners on the night with Carraig Airt claiming multiple prizes and Donegal Town, Raphoe, Moville, Letterkenny, Buncrana and An Fál Carrach all picking up awards. Carraig Airt […]
Clamp down on ‘for sale’ vehicles on side of the road
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DONEGAL County Council is putting the foot down on the sale of vehicles on the side of public roads and in lay-byes. The sight of vehicles with a ‘for sale’ sign slapped on their windscreens has become increasingly noticeable in some parts of the county in recent times. The issue was highlighted at this week’s […]
Witnesses sought following serious injury traffic collision in Letterkenny
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a serious injury road traffic collision in Letterkenny yesterday. Shortly after 3pm, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a collision involving a pedestrian and a lorry at Station Roundabout, Port Road. The pedestrian, an adult female (40s), was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. […]
Port Road in Letterkenny reopens following collision
The Port Road in Letterkeny has reopened following yesterday’s road traffic collision. A woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries after she was struck by a lorry at the Station Roundabout yesterday afternoon. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the collision shortly after 3pm involving a pedestrian and lorry at Station Roundabout, Port […]
Defective blocks: Review of Remediation Scheme expected in June
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by Chris Ashmore DONEGAL County Council is calling on the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to ensure that any review of the Enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Remediation Scheme is carried out in consultation with Donegal County Council and homeowner representatives. This follows a motion on the subject tabled by Councillor Joy Beard at […]