By Róise Collins AS government formation talks officially commence, Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce has shared growing concerns regarding a proposal to introduce a special department and minister for infrastructure. Lead negotiators from both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael met on Tuesday evening to discuss policy and the divvying up of ministerial portfolios. Advertisement In the run […]
Weather: Mainly dry day with sunny spells
TODAY will be mainly dry and while it’ll be mostly cloudy, bright or sunny spells are likely. Later in the day scattered outbreaks of light rain and drizzle will spread from the northwest. Temperatures will be cool with highs of 4 to 7 degrees in light variable winds. Advertisement Tonight, the rain and drizzle, along […]
Artist’s delight as her new book features on Late Late Toy Show
By Róise Collins MULLAGHDERG artist Kim Sharkey was shocked to see her Irish language book Mamaí Gé feature on the Late Late Toy Show last Friday. “I actually saw a teeny slither of Mamaí Gé on the shelf behind Patrick Kielty when he sat down and I let out a little yell. Advertisement “The next […]
A toast to a wonderful success as ‘Cider Park’ steals the show
By Paddy Walsh On Monday evening at the An Grianán Theatre in Letterkenny the buzz was still evident. And will be for some time. And as the members of the All-Ireland winning Letterkenny Music and Drama Group filtered through the door at various stages, the applause and cheers went up. And they raised a glass […]
Mickey Joe Harte revealed as latest contestant on Dancing with the Stars
DONEGAL fans of RTÉ’s Dancing with the Stars will have extra reason to look forward to the new series following confirmation of the latest celebrity participant in the much-loved show. Singer songwriter Mickey Joe Harte is swapping his green guitar for dancing shoes as he joins the eighth series of Dancing with the Stars. The […]
Donegal RNLI lifesavers prepare to answer the call this Christmas
CHRISTMAS is a time for family and friends, but the RNLI’s volunteer crews are ready to leave their own celebrations this festive season and answer the call for help. On average, RNLI lifeboats launch over 100 times during the Christmas period every year. Whatever weather winter throws at them, RNLI crews at Lough Swilly, Arranmore and […]
ATU to upgrade sports centre with new funding
LETTERKENNY’S Atlantic Technological University (ATU) campus has successfully been awarded a grant allocation of €426,081 by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme. The funds will contribute to upgrading and developing An Dánlann, a multipurpose sports centre located on the Donegal, Letterkenny campus. Henry McGarvey, […]
Donegal continues to recover from Storm Darragh
By Róise Collins DONEGAL continues to recover from Storm Darragh which ravaged across the county on Friday night and Saturday morning. In the midst of the Red Weather Warning a National Ambulance Service (NAS) ambulance responding to a call in North West Donegal was struck by a falling branch which smashed through the vehicle’s windscreen. […]
Letterkenny to have three new garda recruits
by Louise Doyle DONEGAL Division is to be boosted by four additional garda members, three of whom will be based in Letterkenny. A graduation ceremony will take place at the Garda College in Templemore in Friday, after which three additional garda members will be based at Letterkenny Garda Station. Advertisement One will be based in Buncrana. Cathaoirleach […]
Plans lodged for 25 apartments in Letterkenny
by Louise Doyle PLANS to build 25 apartments in Letterkenny have been lodged. Applicant George Doherty Construction (IRL) Ltd., is seeking to provide 12 one-bedroom apartments and 13-two-bedroom apartments at Rann Mor, Creeve (Smith). Advertisement According to a planning notice published in today’s Donegal News, the proposed development will consist of an apartment building with 12 one-bedroom, […]