Donegal cancer flight exemption welcomed but more clarity sought


by Louise Doyle A CHARITY providing subsidised flights for more than 400 Donegal cancer patients to Dublin for treatment has welcomed the news that flights are to be completely exempt from a passenger cap, but is calling for further clarity. Donegal Cancer Flights and Services offers reduced price flights for those travelling for treatment and works in conjunction with the […]

Carndonagh National School gets approval for extension


Scoil Naomh Cholmcille in Craigtown, Carndonagh has received approval for an extension by the Department of Education. The extension comprises a mainstream classroom what will be provided under the Modular Framework Programme. Welcoming the announcement, Donegal minister, Charlie McConalogue thanked the Minister for Education, Norma Foley and her team of officials for their help and […]

Storm Ashley bares its teeth 


By Diarmaid Doherty STRONG winds and heavy rain battered most parts of Donegal yesterday and homes and businesses were without power as Storm Ashley bared its teeth across the North West from early in the day. There was heavy flooding on many roads and fallen trees and branches across a number of routes ensured that […]

Well-known family business based in Convoy changes hands after 65 years


A WELL-KNOWN family business in Convoy has changed ownership after 65 years in business. William Doherty and Sons has been a prominent feature on Convoy’s Main Street since 1959. However, after much reflection and seeing his own family go in different directions, shop owner, Aidan Doherty felt the time was right to hang up his […]

Young pianists invited to tango workshop


YOUNG pianists in Donegal have a chance to learn about tango music on Saturday when Argentinian pianist Ernesto Inouye hosts a workshop at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny. The workshop, which runs from 3pm to 4.30pm, is also open to musicians in general and to music lovers interested in what Ernesto calls “the vast […]

Silver Tassie to host Northwest Breast Cancer Ball in December


By Paul McElwee DETAILS of the annual Breast Cancer Ball which will be held at the Silver Tassie Hotel in Letterkenny in December have been announced. The prestigious and much-anticipated event, aimed at raising funds for the North West Breast Cancer Centre, promises an unforgettable evening, filled with community spirit, delicious food, music and lively […]

Bus route enhancements between Falcarragh and Dungloe are due to begin tomorrow


By Paul McElwee BUS services connecting Falcarragh and Dungloe are due to receive a timely boost once enhancements to the route come into effect tomorrow, Morning. The current 966 route will be merged with route 992, offering enhanced connectivity to Falcarragh, Derrybeg, Bunbeg, Crolly, Donegal Airport, Burtonport and Dungloe. Advertisement The route enhancement has come […]

A new home for Brendan thanks to Good Samaritan’s kind gesture


By Dionne Meehan CHRISTMAS came early for a Letterkenny man living in horrendous conditions after a “Good Samaritan” provided him with a new mobile home ahead of the winter. For 15 years, Brendan McCauley lived in a mobile home with no electricity and no cooking or cleaning facilities in the Glebe area of Letterkenny. Advertisement […]

Letterkenny Tidy Towns invite public to take part in Sustainability Week


LETTERKENNY Tidy Towns will host its first ever Sustainability Week, starting on Monday, October 21 and running to Sunday 27. This event, part of their Power of One sustainability initiative, aims to highlight and celebrate the sustainable practices of local businesses and organisations, schools and the community. Throughout the week, Letterkenny Tidy Towns will invite […]