A DONEGAL bus company has paid tribute to ‘absolute legend’, Bonnie Tyler. The Welsh singer, best known for her hits ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ and ‘Holding Out for a Hero’, sadly passed away yesterday at the age of 75. Her family confirmed that she died “unexpectedly” as a result of an illness she was […]
Beaches to be busy as temperatures soar
Seaside dipping with temperatures tipping 25C this weekend GLORIOUSLY warm and sunny weather is forecast for Donegal all the way through to next week. With temperatures tipping 25C, according to Met Eireann, beautiful beaches across the county look set to be sun-drenched and loved by hundreds of families during the school summer holidays. Advertisement But […]
Large attendance at funeral of Aaron Friel in Buncrana
THE FUNERAL Mass of Aaron Friel took place this morning in St Mary’s Church, Cockhill, Buncrana, as mourners gathered to remember the popular 21 year old who died in a road traffic collision last Saturday. The Requiem Mass was led by chief celebrant Fr Francis Bradley, who welcomed the large attendance at the church, commenting […]
Bands and fans rock Letterkenny’s Blues and Roots Fest
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TOP class live music rang out late into the night for five days at the annual Letterkenny Blues and Roots Festival. The latest instalment of the festival, which was first staged in 2019 as the Letterkenny Jazz & Blues Festival, was the biggest and best yet, according to some fans. The town was filled with live […]
Tributes paid ahead of today’s funeral of Aaron Friel
HEARTBROKEN family and friends are to gather today for the funeral of a young man who tragically died at the weekend. Aaron Friel, from the Buncrana area, was only 21 when he was pronounced dead at the scene of a road traffic collision last Saturday night. His parents Breda and Emmet will be comforted today […]
Hundreds to pay tributes ‘once and to do it well’
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Young dad was inspirational for wife and children A MAN who died before his third son was born will always be an inspiration to all his children, his widow has said. Michelle O’Brien was speaking to the Donegal News before she today (Thursday) leads supporters in a memorial walk for her late husband Damien. Advertisement […]
Great-grandfather celebrates 100th birthday in style
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FORTY grandchildren and great-grandchildren wished a special 100th happy birthday to mark the milestone for the county’s latest centurion. William Turner said the secret to his old age has been “good food, good wine, and good company”. After he celebrated his 100 years at a family party in one of Letterkenny’s best-known hotels, every guest […]
Donkey sanctuary targeted for abuse
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BIGHEARTED animal lovers who are caring for 82 donkeys have been targeted for abuse. Donegal Donkey Sanctuary took two donkeys into care last week after they were found in a horrific state with crows “eating them alive”. One donkey was discovered with its ears missing and the other one was emaciated with open wounds that […]
Lennon Festival launches with Soapbox Derby
LENNON Festival excitement was bubbling when the Soapbox Derby launched the fun ahead of the official opening. The festival begins in Ramelton tomorrow (Thursday) and runs until Monday with a packed programme of attractive events and performers. Soapboxes raced around the course in Ramelton on the banks of the beautiful River Lennon last Sunday. Advertisement […]
Road reopens after three-car collision in Carrigans
THE R265 and L2141 roads have reopened following a three-car collision in Carrigans earlier today. The collision occurred at Coxtown Crossroads at around 11.30am. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene and six people were brought by ambulance for assessment at Letterkenny University Hospital. Advertisement A road closure was in place at Coxtown Crossroads, Carrigans […]