On Friday, August 30th, the atmosphere at Scoil Cholmcille in Letterkenny was a poignant mix of celebration and sadness as staff, students, and former colleagues gathered to say goodbye to Secretary Mary McElwaine. After 45 years of unwavering dedication, Mary retired, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that has touched countless lives. Mary’s retirement was marked […]
Funeral: Priest’s tribute to Eoghan Dawson on what would have been his 21st birthday
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By Tara McCormack Pennyburn in Derry fell silent today as family, friends, and members of the community gathered to bid farewell to a beloved young man, Eoghan Dawson, whose life was tragically cut short. The 20-year-old passed away following a devastating car crash in Inishowen just over a week ago. Advertisement On what would have […]
Last orders for pubs in Donegal?
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By Evelyn Cullen THE high excise duty is a major challenge facing pubs, with one local publican forecasting a turbulent time ahead for the industry unless measures are put in place for its survival in the coming budget. Councillor Martin Harley was speaking in the wake of a new report by the Drinks Industry Group of […]
Funeral arrangements confirmed for woman who died in St. Johnston traffic collision
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THE funeral arrangements have been confirmed for Patricia McBrearty from St. Johnston who died in a road traffic collision in the village on Friday. Ms McBrearty, who was in her 80s, was struck by a lorry on Church Street shortly after lunchtime. She was pronounced deceased at the scene a short time later. Her death […]
Drivers urged to take extra caution following oil spills across Donegal
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Donegal County Council is urging drivers to remain vigilant after a number of oil spills were reported on roads throughout the county this morning. The council has dispatched crews to clear the affected areas, but motorists should proceed with extra care, especially on the R236 at Ballyleckey Crossroads, the N13 between Kilross and Stranorlar, […]
Inishowen crash victim Eoghan Dawson to be laid to rest today
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The funeral of 20-year-old Eoghan Dawson, one of two young men tragically killed in a road accident in Inishowen last week, will be held today at St. Patrick’s Church in Pennyburn. Eoghan, who lost his life alongside his 16-year-old cousin Kian in the crash at Quigley’s Point, is remembered by his heartbroken parents, Lisa Dawson […]
Major power outage leaves over 4,000 without electricity in Lifford
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More than 4,000 homes and businesses in the Rossgeir area of Lifford were plunged into darkness this morning due to a significant power outage. The fault was reported at 6:42 a.m., with initial estimates targeting restoration by 7:45 a.m. Advertisement However, according to the ESB Power Check website, 102 customers remain affected as repair […]
Gardai set to hold 24hr national speed crackdown tomorrow
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An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) will launch a 24-hour nationwide speed enforcement operation for National Slow down Day on Monday, September 2nd, 2024. This initiative comes in the wake of a troubling spate of road accidents across the country and especially Donegal, where four fatal road accidents have occurred within just […]
Mali the miracle dog survives two weeks on Donegal Cliff reunites with family
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Mali, a Bernese Mountain Dog, has been safely rescued after spending two harrowing weeks stranded on a cliff in Donegal. The beloved pet ran off from her German owners on August 16th while they were visiting Arranmore Island, spooked by high winds. Despite extensive search efforts involving locals, tourists, and even drones, hope for Mali’s […]
Healing Hands CD fundraiser reaches new heights
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ONE year after his hugely successful CD album ‘Healing Hands’ raised thousands of euros for Doctors Without Borders, the Rann na Feirste man behind the special fundraiser is planning more special performances. A host of Donegal musicians inlcuding Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh, Manus Lunny, Ian Smith, and Stephen Campbell were brought together by Rann na Feirste’s […]