FUNDING of up €30,000 is available for digital connectivity projects in Donegal, it has been announced. Donegal Local Development CLG (DLDC), in partnership with the Donegal Local Community Development Committee (LCDC), is inviting applications through the 2023-2027 LEADER Programme. The funding is designed to support community-led projects that improve digital connectivity and digital inclusion in rural […]
Glenswilly’s Jersey and Jive was a phenomenal night
Glenswilly grooved from the pitch to the dance floor on a night of craic agus ceol THREE-time Donegal club champions Glenswilly held a spectacularly successful Jersey and Jive Night fundraiser. The club, which proudly won in 2011, 2013, and 2016, held its fundraiser at the Silver Tassie Hotel on October 23. A sum over €80,000 had […]
Dail TD’s wife hits out at Taoiseach
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Defective block homeowner admits ‘I’m really scared’ THE WIFE of a Dail TD has criticised Taoiseah Micheal Martin as she recovers from Storm Boelo. Deputy Charles Ward’s wife Angela said she fears living in a crumbling house, especially with the extra dangers presented by storm season. Advertisement She hit out at the Taoiseach and said: […]
Schools ‘missing link’ to end gender-based violence
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SHOCKING incidences of domestic violence shows that teenagers need to learn harmful gender norms. It is claimed that relationship education is key to help them understand equality and to have healthy relationships. That is according to Men’s Development Network which is urging schools across Donegal to “instil a culture of respect and accountability”. Advertisement A […]
Ella McGrory’s success highlighted to promote €1m fund
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MUSICIANS have been urged to follow in the footsteps of rising stars like Ella McGrory. She applied last year for musical instrument funding from the Music Network Music Capital Scheme that manages a total Government allocation of €1 million. Organisers are now encouraging Donegal musicians and groups to apply for the funding that is provided […]
Letterkenny Public Services Centre closed following incident
THE Letterkenny Public Services Centre is closed this afternoon following an incident. In a post on social media, Donegal County Council say the centre will be closed to the public for the remainder of this afternoon (Monday). The post read: “Due to an incident at Letterkenny Public Services Centre, it is necessary to close the […]
IN PICS: Celebrations for Donegal students at North West Regional College graduations
North West Regional College in Derry hosted their Higher Education and Access Graduation ceremony on Friday last. Always a special day in the college calendar, this event offered students a chance to celebrate their wonderful achievements with family, friends and your fellow graduates. Our photos from the day feature some of the happy graduating students […]
Ghost hunters target Donegal
GHOST hunters have zoomed in on the county in their latest bid to catch some ghosts. They told the Donegal News that they are exploring claims that an 18th century house near Letterkenny is haunted. Paranormal Awakenings Ireland has no evidence that ghouls or spirits have ever spooked the property. Advertisement But its leader PJ […]
Predator hunters warn about men in Donegal
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JUSTICE hunters who first accused disgraced priest Edward Gallagher are now targeting other alleged predators in Donegal. The Justice Reborn 2 group revealed to the Donegal News that it is warning families about men in their areas. Edward Gallagher (59), who served as a priest in Donegal, pleaded guilty last month to 109 sex offences […]
Defective block victims could die
DEFECTIVE block households need an emergency building programme because some have “nowhere safe to go” and people could die, it is warned. The warning about defective concrete block (DCB) victims is from a Donegal councillor who claims action is needed to avoid a “humanitarian crisis”. Cllr Joy Beard fears that the defective block crisis running […]