100% Redress Party TD Charles Ward has called on the government, all members of the Oireachtas and the media retire the terms ‘Mica’ and ‘defective concrete blocks’. He asked for scientifically accurate terminology to be used when referring to Ireland’s defective concrete crisis, following the publication of the revised IS 465. The Donegal TD has […]
Gaoth Dobhair priests celebrate ordinations with family and friends
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TWO popular priests have marked milestone anniversaries, with throngs of well-wishers joining them to celebrate the occasion. Gaoth Dobhair native, Fr Colm Ó Gallchóir, celebrated his Golden Jubilee last weekend. It was the 50th Anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood, marking a remarkable milestone of faithful and dedication service to the Church. Advertisement On […]
Uisce Éireann crews repairing major water burst in Buncrana
UISCE Éireann crews are continuing work this afternoon to repair a major burst in Buncrana. The burst, which occurred this morning, was difficult to locate on the trunk main, according to Uisce Éireann. They say crews expect that repair works will be completed later this evening. Advertisement Customers in Buncrana, Burnfoot, Bridgend, Manorcunningham, Carrigans, Newtowncunningham […]
Call for Raphoe to become major tourism destination
RAPHOE’S status must be upgraded and elevated on a par with Donegal’s most famous towns, it is claimed. Independent Cllr Frank McBrearty earmarked St Eunan’s Cathedral in Raphoe, Beltany Stone Circle, and Raphoe Castle for sightseeing. He said: “Donegal Town has a castle and a focus, but we have a better castle – and it’s in […]
Over €300,000 allocated to 143 Donegal community groups
A TOTAL of €303,465 has been allocated to support 143 Donegal community groups under the Local Enhancement Programme 2026. The initiative provides small grants to community groups in a manner consistent with each area’s Local Economic and Community Plan, with allocations ranging from €750 to €5,000. Welcoming the allocation made by the Minister for Rural and […]
New draft policy for rural and Gaeltacht housing welcomed in Donegal
THE government’s new Draft National Planning Statement on Sustainable Rural and Gaeltacht Housing has been described as a “step in the right direction” by a Donegal councillor. Cathaoirleach of the Donegal Municipal District, Independent Cllr Jimmy Brogan, has welcomed the publication. “It’s a step in the right direction towards easier planning for farmers and people […]
Donegal paedophile ‘should die behind bars’
Victims remember Donegal horrors as attacker jailed BRAVE victims of a Donegal paedophile want their depraved attacker to die in prison. They told the Donegal News that former school teacher Patrick Sharkey groomed them and isolated them and forced himself on them. Advertisement Sharkey (83), from Clonmany in Inishowen, was sentenced at Donegal Circuit Criminal […]
Community petition in bid to save Annagry Post Office
A PETITION has been launched in a bid to prevent the closure of Annagry Post Office, as local concern grows over the future of the service. The move comes amid ongoing uncertainty following confirmation from An Post that it has been unable to secure a contractor to take over the post office ahead of long-serving […]
Loving family remembers son and brother Ronan
A BIGHEARTED woman and her loving family are putting the final touches to a sponsored cycle from Mizen to Malin to raise funds for Donegal Down Syndrome. Ronan Roddy sadly passed away at Donegal Hospice in January 2023. His sister Louise is the daughter of Philip and Pauline Roddy, from Stranorlar, and began the cycle […]
‘Sometimes five days will definitely not be enough’
By Jonathan Magee AN INISHOWEN woman who suffered two miscarriages this year has welcomed Government proposals to introduce paid leave for early pregnancy loss. But she has warned that her own experience shows the limits of a blanket five-day entitlement. Advertisement New draft legislation being advanced by Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke would provide women, […]