by Louise Doyle GLENSWILLY independent candidate in the forthcoming general election Frank O’Donnell has moved to reassure constituents that he remains in the race, after he was mistakenly excluded on RTE Six One news last night. RTE’s north west correspondent Shane Ó Curraighín reported from Letterkenny Public Service’s Centre, providing a round-up of Donegal candidates contesting the […]
Technical assessment of site for new Milford school carried out
A technical assessment of the proposed site that will accommodate a new build for Scoil Mhuire National School in Milford was carried out on Wednesday by Department of Education officials. Welcoming the development, Donegal minister, Charlie McConalogue said it was a significant step in the process of the Milford Mhuire. “I spoke to the Minister […]
Funeral is held in Donegal Town of Shane Gillespie
By Róise Collins THE funeral of Shane Gillespie has heard how he made an impact on so many people during his short time in this world. The 39-year-old from Keenaghan, Kilmacrennan and formerly of Brookfield, Donegal Town died suddenly on Saturday evening. Advertisement He was a popular member of the teaching staff at PCC Falcarragh […]
Lack of housing putting rural schools at risk
by Louise Doyle A SCHOOL principal has voiced fears that the lack of housing development in some areas of Donegal is putting the future of her own rural school and others in jeopardy as enrolment numbers decline. Ursula O’Connor is the principal of Stramore National School in Glendowan. Advertisement She told the Donegal News there are currently 69 pupils […]
Weather: Cloudy day with patches of drizzle
MIST and fog will clear this morning leaving a mostly cloudy day with patches of drizzle. Highest temperatures of 11 to 13 degrees in a light north-westerly wind. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with patches of light rain or drizzle. Advertisement Mist and fog will form in light and variable winds. Lowest temperatures of nine […]
AIB appoint Enda Kelly as branch manager in Buncrana
Letterkenny man Enda Kelly has been appointed AIB branch manager in Buncrana. Enda, who has worked in the Letterkenny branch for a number of years, said he is very proud to take on the new role. “At AIB, we understand the importance of a strong branch network to local communities, particularly in Inishowen where we […]
Taoiseach’s statement an ‘insult to the people of Donegal’ – Pringle
During yesterday’s visit to Donegal, Taoiseach Simon Harris made a commitment to a review of the defective blocks redress scheme after the upcoming General Election. However, Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, has called the Taoiseach’s promise “an insult to the people of Donegal”. “They’ve had years to do this. Affected homeowners have been telling […]
Cyclist snatches phone from woman in Kilmacrennan
The incident happened at the Community Development Park, Ballykeeran, Kilmacrennan, on Thursday, November 7 at 2pm.
Weather: Dry day with sunny spells
Overnight mist and fog will gradually clear this morning. Today will be dry overall with sunny spells. Highest temperatures of 8 to 10 degrees in a light variable breeze. Advertisement Tonight will be calm with some mist and fog. It will remain dry apart from the odd spot of drizzle. Lowest temperatures of 4 to […]
Radio Maria Christmas fundraiser in Letterkenny
RADIO Maria Ireland will host their very first Christmas fundraiser in The Mount Errigal Hotel in Letterkenny on Thursday, November 28. Doors open on the evening at 6pm which will include a four course meal, fantastic raffle prizes, live entertainment featuring local musicians Hugh P and Maria Doherty. Also in attendance will be John Carlin […]