HUNDREDS of revellers enjoyed amazing fine weather over the weekend as the Oakfest music festival bookended the fading feel of summer. Headline act The Boomtown Rats and front man Bob Geldof, pictured, was the star attraction on Saturday after Donegal band Lazember were first on stage. The fun and fantastic atmosphere continued yesterday with a […]
Man dies tragically in Buncrana water fatality
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GARDAI confirmed that a man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene of a suspected drowning tragedy at the weekend. The man was taken from water in Inishowen on Saturday afternoon and attempts were made to resuscitate him after he was spotted by passers-by. Members of the public took the man from the […]
Work to help communities to overcome barriers gets ministerial approval
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Work being undertaken by Donegal Local Development CLG to support individuals and communities across Donegal to overcome barriers, access opportunities and make a positive difference in their lives was the focus of a visit by Government Minister Jerry Buttimer. Deputy Buttimer, who is the Minister of State for Community Development, Charities and Rural Transport met […]
Gaoth Dobhair ladies to brave the elements for Focus Ireland
A group of friends from Gaoth Dobhair are preparing to leave the comfort of their own beds and spend a night sleeping out in the open in aid of Focus Ireland. The women, all members of the Gaoth Dobhair ‘Slapnamara’ swim group, hope to raise much needed funds and awareness for people experiencing homelessness. The […]
The Way We Were
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September, 4, 1976 Heroic Rosses doctor who gave his life for his patients In the early 1880’s a young medical doctor came to the Rosses to serve the people of that area and those on Arranmore. Advertisement In the years that were to follow, this young man was to earn a name that will always […]
‘I thought if my time ever comes I’ll write the bloody book!’
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By Lauren Wall TONY Gallinagh has a charm and a love of life that endears him to so many. At 93 years of age, he’s showing little sign of taking things a little easier. Advertisement He’s just had his second book published. And only recently, he hosted a special event at his garden centre in […]
Understanding wealth management: What it really means
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Financial jargon can be bewildering. Wealth management, asset management, investment management and financial planning are often used as if they mean the same thing, but each covers different ground and knowing the difference matters when deciding what kind of support — and what kind of adviser — is right for you. Wealth management is best […]
First public art exhibition at Dungloe’s Arcade
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By Eoin McGarvey A new chapter in the local Rosses arts scene was unveiled in the Arcade, Dungloe on Saturday evening past where the first public art exhibition was opened. Loch an Iúir native and Toronto-based artist Sinéad Ní Bhaoill unveiled her exhibition ‘Idir Charraig agus Áit Bhog’ following a month-long residency at the Arcade […]
Kicking the can down the road doesn’t solve the problem
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By Sabrina Sweeney There was understandable relief last week when the Government confirmed planned fuel excise increases would not go ahead in September and October. At some Donegal forecourts, diesel is edging towards €2, while national averages are €1.92 for diesel and €1.84 for petrol. Advertisement The reasoning behind the postponement made sense. With fuel […]
Almost 1,600 children waiting on early years places in Donegal
THERE are 1,588 children on waiting lists for early years in Donegal, according to latest Pobal figures (2024/25). Childcare is costing Donegal families an average of €819.92 per month for one child in full-time care. The National Women’s Council (NWC) has said the government must intervene urgently to provide early years education and care to […]