ÁRAINN Mhór Island has taken an important step towards greater inclusivity with the introduction of a new beach access wheelchair, supported by the Fisheries Local Action Group (FLAG) North. Until now, wheelchair users were unable to navigate the island’s sandy beaches or fully participate in coastal activities. The new all-terrain wheelchair will allow users to move […]
Cheques presented from New Year’s Day swim in Fanad
ONCE again, the annual New Year’s Day charity swim in Fanad proved a great success with large numbers taking a dip in the cold waters to welcome in the new year. Cheques have been presented to the two benefitting charities, crowning another successful charity event with €6,384 raised. Míle buíochas do gach duine a chabhraigh […]
Quirky Valentine’s Day fundraiser by Donegal animal charity
A Donegal-based animal charity has launched a tongue in cheek Valentine’s Day fundraiser called “Neuter Your Ex”, giving people the chance to channel their post-breakup feelings into real support for local animal welfare. The concept is simple, playful and for a great cause. For €30 Animals in Need Donegal will name a feral cat after […]
Daniel O’Donnell backs petition to protect Donegal Cancer flights
COUNTRY music star Daniel O’Donnell has backed a petition launched in response to timetable changes on the Public Service Obligation (PSO) air service between Donegal and Dublin airports is gaining momentum. The petition was created by Mary Coyle, the manager of Donegal Cancer Flights and Services, who provide subsidised flights for hundreds of cancer patients […]
Falcarragh Tidy Towns group secures grant to protect local nature
EFFORTS to protect and support local wildlife, plants and nature are receiving a major boost with the confirmation of €6,000 in grant support for Falcarragh Tidy Towns. With the support from both Community Foundation Ireland and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), many local actions are planned. Coiste Glan agus Glas An Fháil Carraigh […]
218 new jobs created in Donegal Gaeltacht last year
A TOTAL of 218 new jobs were created in the Donegal Gaeltacht last year, a two per cent increase on 2024. The figures come as Údarás na Gaeltachta published its 2025 Annual Report this morning, outlining a year of sustained growth, strategic investment, and ongoing progress in enterprise, community, and the Irish language across Gaeltacht […]
New Deputy Principal appointed to Finn Valley College
DONEGAL Education and Training Board (ETB) has appointed Ms Ashlean McGeehan as the new Deputy Principal of Finn Valley College in Stranorlar. She replaces retiring Deputy Principal, Ms Kathleen Boland. Originally from Ballybofey, Ashlean previously taught in Magh Éne College in Bundoran before moving to Finn Valley College in 2011. Advertisement She holds a Bachelor […]
New MABS report shines light on DCB families in mortgage arrears
A ROUND table discussion facilitated by Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) with policy experts and service providers took place in Letterkenny about their report, ‘Between a Rock and a Hard Place’. The new report shines a light on a side of the defective concrete block crisis that the public rarely sees: families who are also in […]
Weather: Cloudy and wet today, with lingering rain
TODAY will be cloudy and wet with rain lingering through the morning and afternoon. Easterly breezes will be fresh around the coasts with highs of 6 to 8 degrees. Tonight will stay cold with scattered showers. Advertisement There will be easterly breezes and lows of 3 to 5 degrees with some mist patches forming overnight […]
ALONE urgently seeks volunteers to support older people in Donegal
ALONE, the organisation that enables older people to age well at home, is urgently seeking volunteers for their Support and Befriending services in Donegal. Demand for services continues to grow across Donegal, as many older people experience loneliness and isolation. ALONE’s volunteers play a vital role in offering companionship, practical support, and a friendly voice to […]