By Aoife Doherty 25 YEARS ago this week Donegal GAA star Ryan McHugh featured in the Donegal News – but not for his Gaelic football talents. McHugh, aged six, was the victim of an animal attack while holidaying in America with his family. Advertisement Read the full article below Kilcar boy was bitten by fox […]
Gardaí and Tusla probe alleged incident in local pre-school
By Róise Collins AN investigation has been launched by An Garda Síochána and Tusla following an alleged incident in a pre-school in Donegal which resulted in the injury of a young child. The details of the incident have not been disclosed. However, gardaí confirmed they are investigating all of the circumstances surrounding the child’s injuries. […]
Gallery: Full house at Anagaire Solidarity with Palestine event
THERE was a huge lineup of musicians for a Solidarity with Palestine event last weekend. The event took place on Saturday, September 20. The evening raised funds for the Flotilla to Gaza and to support the ongoing activism. Advertisement Music stars such as Altan’s Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh, Clannad’s Máire Uí Bhraonáin and Larabelle performed on […]
Final day to order limited edition jersey in memory of Christian McCullagh
By Eoghan O’Boyle Today is the last day to get your hands on O’Reilly’s newest release in memory of Christian McCullagh, the 17 year old Raphoe resident who tragically passed away earlier this month. The much loved Deele College student has now been commemorated by a limited edition jersey released by O’Reilly Sports which was […]
Donegal schools urged to support shoebox appeal
Schools across Donegal are being asked to support children living in poverty around the world by registering for Ireland’s most loved Christmas appeal. Team Hope, the charity that delivers gifts into the hands of children living in poverty across African and Eastern Europe, is calling on children and families in the county to get involved […]
Water outage in Lettermacaward
UISCE Éireann crews are responding to an issue at the Lettermacaward Water Treatment Plant this morning, which will result in supply outages for customers in Lettermacaward and the surrounding areas. As a result of mechanical issues at the plant, reservoir levels have fallen and this is impacting supply to homes and businesses in the area. […]
Harvest of Hope – free festival for Donegal farmers
On Sunday, 12th October 2025, farm families from across Donegal are invited to attend the Connecting for Life Donegal Farmers Harvest of Hope Wellbeing Festival, taking place from 1pm to 5pm at the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny. Coinciding with World Mental Health Week and the Green Ribbon Campaign, this is the first farmer-focused wellbeing event of […]
Castlefinn musician Susan tours with ‘3 on the Bund’
by Thomas Maher POPULAR folk group 3 on the Bund, featuring Castlefinn vocalist and award-winning concertina player Susan Coleman, will embark on an Irish tour next month. Founded in 2019, the group formed at the Irish World Academy at the University of Limerick and, according to Folk World, “rapidly went from unknown to hot property.” […]
Powerful album and book is launched in Gaoth Dobhair
By Tommy Curran ESTEEEMED sean-nós singer and researcher of Gaelic song, Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde has released a powerful new album, Gealach na gCuanta alongside a major new publication exploring the intertwined roots of ancient Gaelic harp playing and sean-nós singing. The new album and book was officially launched by the acclaimed fiddle player Paddy […]
Garda recruitment campaigns to take place around Donegal
A GARDA recruitment campaign is now taking place, with events to take place around Donegal. Interested candidates have just three weeks to apply – until 3pm on Thursday, October 9. Buncrana Community Policing Unit will hold an information stand in relation to the Garda Recruitment Campaign on Saturday, September 27 at Buncrana Garda Station between […]