Stunning Marblehill beachside property goes on the market


A STUNNING beachside home in Marblehill has gone on the market. ‘Umerafree’ has a premium location, gorgeous decor and stunning features. Auctioneers Raineys have set a price of €1,250,000 on the five bedroom and four bathroom property. Advertisement The property agent says ‘Umerafree’ is nestled in one of Donegal’s most exclusive coastal enclaves, offering a […]

Glenveagh cook fondly remembered at Funeral Mass


CHURCHILL woman Nellie Gallagher has been remembered as a renowned cook and adoring granny at her Funeral Mass which took place at St. Colmcille’s Church, Glendowan on Tuesday morning. Just weeks ago the 95 year old featured in the Donegal News when a new restaurant, named in her honour opened at the Glenveagh Visitor Centre. […]

Shock and sadness following passing of Jimmy Logue


THERE has been widespread shock and sadness following the unexpected passing of Jimmy Logue, a beloved character from Downings. Mr Logue passed away suddenly on Easter Sunday, April 20. Last March, Mr Logue featured in a Donegal News article in which he described’s the Local Link bus service a “life-saver” after he was involved in […]

TCS Letterkenny team achieves Top 5 finish in Irish Life Workplace Fitness Challenge


TCS Global Delivery Centre Letterkenny proudly announces its impressive achievement in the recent Irish Life Workplace Fitness Challenge, securing an impressive top 5 finish among participating companies across Ireland. The team’s dedication and commitment led to an amazing collective stride of over 26 million steps over the three-week challenge. TCS’ participation exemplifies its unwavering commitment […]

Letterkenny University Hospital ward in outbreak


by Louise Doyle A NOROVIRUS outbreak is affecting one of three wards in Letterkenny University Hospital currently in outbreak, while large numbers attending the emergency department and bed capacity strain has prompted some elective procedures to be postponed. Yesterday afternoon there were 66 patients in the Emergency Department with 18 patients waiting to be admitted. Advertisement […]

Search carried out on mobile home of priest charged with child sex offence


GARDAÍ have removed a number of items from a mobile home in Donegal belonging to Fr Eddie Gallagher who has been charged with attempted sexual communication with a child. The Donegal-based priest, aged 58, is the curate for the Camus, Clonleigh and Leckpatrick parishes, which include St Patrick’s Church in Murlog, Lifford. He was also a former […]

Community rallies after devastating church fire 


By Róise Collins THE community of Gaoth Dobhair have rallied together to support their beloved parish priest following a devastating fire over the Easter weekend. In the early hours of Easter Monday, a fire completely destroyed St Mary’s Church in Derrybeg, a cherished landmark at the heart of the close-knit community. Advertisement As fire crews […]

St Eunan’s Cathedral to host special Mass for Pope Francis


A Mass for the repose of the soul of his Holiness Pope Francis will take place in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, tomorrow evening at 8pm. Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. A special Mass will take place in St […]

Weather: A mix of cloud and sunshine throughout the day


THIS morning there will be a mix of cloud and a little sun. Conditions will be largely dry, but more cloud will build later this morning, turning any sunshine a touch hazy. Outbreaks of rain will follow later this afternoon with highs of 12 to 15 degrees. Advertisement Tonight will be cloudy and wet overall […]