A FLOWER pot was emptied onto a car causing damage in Castlefin. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses in connection with the criminal damage incident. It occurred at The Diamond between approximately midnight and 00.30am. Sunday, August 16. Advertisement An argument is reported to have taken place on the street between those times and it is believed […]
Two women injured after alleged assaults in Letterkenny
TWO women were injured after they were assaulted in Letterkenny on Sunday night. Gardaí in Letterkenny are seeking witnesses in connection with a couple of alleged assault incidents that occurred on the Gortlee Road at approximately 10.25pm on August 16. The women sustained non-life threatening injuries as a result of the incidents. Advertisement Gardaí say they are following […]
Letterkenny coffee morning for charity cause
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A SUCCESSFUL coffee morning was held at Cafe Sonder in aid of Ronald McDonald House Ireland. Located on the grounds of Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin, Ronald McDonald House provides accommodation, care and support to families of seriously ill children in hospital. As well as the coffee morning at Sonder, Dunfanaghy Golf Club also held […]
Play about hunger-striker to be staged in Letterkenny
A MAJOR new theatrical production about Frank Stagg, the Mayo hunger striker who died in a British prison in 1976 and whose body was hijacked by the Irish government and buried in an isolated grave against the wishes of his family, is coming to Letterkenny. ‘We have him back!’ will take to the stage at […]
New book delves into stories about life in Dunfanaghy
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WHAT began more than 25 years ago as a modest walking guide for visitors has become a colourful 100-page book filled with maps, memories, mythology and the experiences of a self-described “Blow In”. Brendan M. Rohan will launch Rambles and Ramblings of a Blow In at Dunfanaghy Workhouse tomorrow evening, Tuesday, at 5pm. Signed copies […]
Falcarragh man raises €7,000 for Donegal cancer flights
DARING Falcarragh man Brendan Hone has raised over €7,000 for Donegal Cancer Flights and Services. This August, Brendan Hone is aiming to recreate a remarkable Magheraroarty to Tory Island windsurf crossing, 22 years after completing the original challenge. All funds raised will go to the vital Donegal Cancer Flights and Services, based at Donegal Airport. […]
Public consultation opens on Barnesmore Gap greenway
A public consultation begins today on plans for a new greenway through one of Donegal’s most scenic areas. Donegal County Council is applying for planning permission for the proposed Barnesmore Gap Greenway which will create a 37.5km walking and cycling route linking Donegal Town with Ballybofey/Stranorlar. The publication of the application marks a significant milestone […]
IN PICS: Another brilliant weekend at Summer Sessions
What a weekend! Summer Sessions delivered another brilliant weekend of music, entertainment and energy as the Big Top at Kiltoy rocked to some classic sounds over the three days. It’s a music festival that continues to grow in popularity and you can see why. Advertisement Cian Ducrot was quite brilliant on Friday night and there […]
More than 150 events in Donegal during heritage week
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Events will continue around Donegal this week as part of National Heritage week until Sunday, August 23. This year’s theme is ‘Heritage at Risk,’ which encourages people across the country to protect our past and present for the future generations who will grow up around Donegal’s places, traditions and stories. This year, over 150 events […]
Arranmore RNLI carries out three medical evacuations
ARRANMORE RNLI assisted with three medical evacuations over the past week. On Saturday, August 8 at 10.12pm, Malin Head Coast Guard requested the all weather lifeboat to launch to assist with a medical evacuation from Arranmore Island. The casualty was transferred from the lifeboat to a waiting ambulance in Burtonport and on to Letterkenny University […]