By Sean Murphy THE mum braving the wild Atlantic way from the Canaries to the Caribbean in a rowing boat has admitted: “I’m not a seasoned rower”. Sharon O’Donnell and her sons Evan and Glenn, from Arranmore, are to row nearly 5,000 kms over eight weeks in a challenge dubbed the “World’s Toughest” to raise […]
Communities urged to help with back-to-school costs
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By Sean Murphy CRIPPLING back-to-school costs can be helped if people stick together, it is claimed. A politician who helped to spearhead a hugely successful uniform swap initiative has said it could be rolled out county-wide. Advertisement Cllr Gary Doherty is Donegal council cathaoirleach and told the Donegal News the idea could help families across […]
The Way We Were
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Aoife Doherty delves into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear. July 31, 1976 Excitement and glamour in Rosses for Mary from Dungloe Advertisement THERE will be colour, high excitement and glamour in Dungloe this weekend as the Mary from Dungloe Festival reaches its climax. The organisers have had their problems, but […]
A case for the supernatural
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Aworld-renowned paranormal researcher and the grandson of two of the most famous figures in supernatural investigation is set to visit Donegal this autumn for a unique event at Lifford Old Courthouse. Chris McKinnell will appear at the historic venue on Friday, October 16, for what organisers are describing as “an unforgettable night” exploring some of […]
A disturbing incident that sparks yet more concern for women in politics
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This week’s Fresh Take column by Sabrina Sweeney When Councillor Dakota Ní Mheanman answered a call from a private number last week, she was doing what councillors do every day. As public representatives, they are contacted about everything from housing applications to drainage problems. Sometimes, there are people who need to discuss a personal issue […]
Remembering Scannáin Dobharchú 1992 – 2022
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Cartlann TG4 will launch the showreel in Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair on Thursday, August 20 to commemorate the work of the television producer Máirín Seoighe who passed away in 2022. For almost 30 years, through her production company Scannáin Dobharchú, Máirín produced a vast range of acclaimed series and documentaries for TG4. These included the series […]
Fatal road collision in Donegal
GARDAÍ are investigating a fatal road collision in the county this evening, they have revealed. Tragically, a man has lost his life. Road diversions are in place between Termon and Creeslough, following a two-vehicle collision involved a car and a motorcycle. Advertisement A Garda spokesperson revealed to the Donegal News that gardai are at the scene […]
London’s Eva O’Sullivan had ‘best week of her life’ at Mary from Dungloe
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By Eoin McGarvey ANOTHER memorable chapter has been written in the proud 59-year history of the Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival with the crowning of London’s Eva O’Sullivan as the 2026 Mary. A deserving winner, Eva, 21, captured hearts throughout the festival, being described by a supporter as a ‘what you see is what […]
Almost 300 guests, two great live bands, and one very special singer
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This week’s Wedding of the Week is Brian and Danielle O’Donnell, who celebrated their wedding at the Mount Errigal Hotel WEST Donegal natives Danielle and Brian O’Donnell had a joyful wedding at the Mount Errigal Hotel in Letterkenny on July 10 last. Danielle is from Burtonport and Brian is from Dungloe, and they share their […]
Works get underway on Muckish Railway Walk
WORKS are underway on delivering Phase 3 of the Muckish Railway Walk. W Doherty Construction Ltd has been appointed for the project, which mobilised to site this week. As a result, some sections of the Muckish Railway Walk will be closed to the public for the duration of the works. Advertisement Phase 3 works will include […]