STUDENTS in Donegal are being urged to ‘consider their options’ following the closure of the CAO deadline. Dr Fiona Maloney, Director of the National Tertiary Office, is reminding school leavers that they can still begin degree studies in September via the alternative route of the tertiary degree programme. A first-of-its-kind initiative across Europe, there are […]
Donegal man replaces Eileen Magnier as new North West Correspondent
DONEGAL man Shane Ó Curraighín is set to replace Eileen Magnier as RTÉ’s Northwest Correspondent. Shane will be reporting and providing analysis across RTÉ News platforms on social, economic, cultural and political developments on all aspects of life in the Northwest region including all of Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo. Shane Ó Curraighín joined RTÉ as a […]
Cloughaneely Junior Band performs in Disneyland Paris
LAST week Banna Ceoil Chloich Fhaola went on a trip of a lifetime to Disneyland Paris. After submitting a video of one of their performances, they received the good news at Christmas that they were selected to experience life as a Disney performer for a day. On the lead up to last week’s big performance, […]
Eric Roberts goes puppy crazy for charity
Maxol was joined by social media star Eric Roberts for the launch of a fundraising campaign inviting the public to turn scents into cents to raise funds for the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. With each guide and assistance dog costing €53,000 during its training and working lifetime, Maxol’s PAWsome Fresheners will raise funds […]
Picture Special: Snapped out and about at the Lennon Festival
The Lennon Festival continues this week with a host of great events and something for all the family. Over the coming days you can enjoy the usual festival favourites including the Car Treasure Hunt, Multi-colour Fun Run and the Kayak Fun event. Friday, July 12 is Big Band Night with entertaintment from Robert Mizzell at […]
FASD is under-recognised in Ireland – Pringle
Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, said Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is under-recognised in Ireland.
How community living has changed local woman’s life
Over the last number of years there has been a major change in provision of support for those with a disability.
Council reminds motorists Donegal Town’s Diamond is now a pedestrian zone
DONEGAL County Council is reminding the public that the newly designed Diamond area in Donegal Town is now a pedestrian zone and all vehicles should be parked in nearby car parks. The Diamond reopened to the public on Friday, June 28 following an extensive regeneration project. And according to the council, “there has been a […]
Ukrainian woman who made Donegal her home graduates
A UKRAINIAN woman who was living in Donegal for two years made an epic three-day journey from her home country to attend her graduation.
Maggie’s birthday bash raises over €5,000 for charity
Letterkenny woman Maggie McDaid recently turned her 60th birthday into a special charity event. She hosted a birthday bash in the Station House Hotel and told guests that instead of birthday cards and presents, they could instead make a donation to her fundraising efforts. All money raised on the night was going to Donegal Hospice […]