Gary Slevin claimed victory in this morning’s Donegal Half Marathon in Letterkenny in a time of 73 minutes and 14 seconds. The Foyle Valley was just over a minute ahead of Letterkenny AC’s Ciaran McGonagle (1:15:16) in second, over with Ciaran McGonagle of Letterkenny AC, with Charlie O’Donnell from Rosses AC third (1:16:02). Letterkenny AC’s […]
Another Weather Warning issued as more rain is forecast
As heavy rain continues today across Donegal, the forecast is predicting more of the same over the coming days. Donegal County Council have today issued a Moderate Weather Warning for rain for Donegal. The Yellow Rain warning is valid from 3pm on Monday to 10am on Tuesday. It comes as Met Éireann is forecasting heavy […]
Popular priest to retire after this weekend
by Michael Devlin A DONEGAL priest says he will hang up his vestments this weekend for the last time with “gratitude, appreciation and sadness.” Fr Declan Boland (76), who has been Camus Parish Priest at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Strabane for the past 25 years, is stepping down at the end of […]
Teenager dies in fatal road collision in Donegal
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal, single-vehicle road traffic collision which occurred on the R240 at Cross, Quigley’s Point at approximately 11.15pm last night (Saturday). The passenger, a male, in his teens, was fatally injured. The driver, a male (20s), was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, for treatment of injuries […]
Donegal faces alarming rise in pet abandonment and euthanasia rates
By Tara McCormack ANIMALS In Need Donegal embarked on a mission in 2006 to alleviate the suffering of animals. What started as a modest endeavour has grown over the years, as more people became aware of the group’s tireless work and joined the cause.Animals Advertisement Originally, Animals In Need focused on fundraising to support other […]
‘Sew far so good’ . . . Sheila’s unique business idea helping the community
By Dionne Meehan A UNIQUE consignment dress hub with the ethos of resale, repair, repurpose and rebuild has just opened in Letterkenny. Circular Dress Collaborative, located on the Thorn Road, is the brainchild of Shelia Clancy O’Donnell, a New York native who relocated to Donegal a number of years ago. Advertisement From the age of five-years-old, […]
Pressure mounts at donkey sanctuary as numbers increase
By Dionne Meehan THIS week Donegal Donkey Sanctuary opened their doors to three more neglected donkeys. This brings the overall number of rescued donkeys in their care up to 97. Advertisement Lizzie, Martha and Jack were rescued on Monday night after being neglected beyond belief. Describing them as “three tragic souls”, a spokesperson from the […]
Donegal bred horses enjoy success at the Royal Dublin Horse Show
THE Royal Dublin Horse Show saw a large turnout of entries from Donegal equestrians this year competing in all disciplines including jumping, showing and working hunter. Excellent results and titles were achieved by many including Irish Draught Breed siblings; Gweebarras Dreamtime Star (eight-year-old Irish Draught Stallion) and his full sister Gweebarra Realta – a six-year-old Irish […]
Letterkenny cheapest town for students
LETTERKENNY is still the cheapest student town in Ireland, despite a slight increase in costs from last year. That’s according to The Switcher.ie Cost of Living Study, released this week. The survey tots up the overall cost of college with fees, accommodation, groceries, transport costs and more to help students budget. Advertisement In 2024, it costs […]
Former Olympic swimmer completes Rathmullan to Inch – and back again – challenge
There were celebrations in Rathmullan last week – and some money raised for a good cause into the bargain – following a unique and hugely successful charity swim. Former Olympic swimmer Kevin Williamson swam from Rathmullan Beach to Inch Island Beach and back again (3.7km) in 1 hour, 23 minutes 14 seconds. Kevin, who has […]