Letterkenny singer organising charity dance for worthy cause


LETTERKENNY singer, Evelyn Gallagher, has once again organised a dance in aid of the Donegal branch of the Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Some of the county’s most popular performers have been lined up for the event which takes place in the Station House Hotel on Friday, July 3. The line-up includes Hugh McLean Jnr, Martin […]

Photography competition celebrates the role of volunteers


THE Donegal Volunteer Centre has once again partnered with Donegal County Museum and the Donegal News to celebrate volunteers across the county with its popular Donegal Volunteer Photography Competition, This year’s competition features two categories: Heritage Volunteering in Donegal, sponsored by Donegal County Museum, aims to capture the work of individuals and groups who protect […]

A special celebration of faith, perseverance and of hope


By Paddy Walsh FROM humble and impoverished surroundings it spires its way to the heavens. And 125 years following the dedication of St. Eunan’s Cathedral, described by Bishop Niall Coll as a “magnificent temple”, Letterkenny’s most iconic feature marked the anniversary with a number of celebrations over the weekend. Advertisement It was, said the Bishop, […]

Donegal’s season comes to an end after defeat to Dublin


Dublin 2-26 Donegal 2-22 Donegal’s 2026 campaign came to an end on Sunday afternoon following a four-point defeat to Dublin after extra-time in Round 3 of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship at Croke Park. Advertisement Dublin got the afternoon’s scoring underway as Con O’Callaghan fired over a good effort from outside the arc after two […]

Teenage boy who died at Donegal Rally is named


THE teenager who died in a tragic collision at the Donegal International Rally on Saturday has been named as 15-year-old Tadhg Callaghan Carter. Gardaí say they are continuing to investigate the fatal incident. A garda spokesperson said: “Shortly before 5pm, Emergency Services and Gardaí were alerted following an incident involving a participating vehicle at Trentagh, […]

‘We cannot allow people in Inishowen to be disadvantaged’


100% Redress Cllr Joy Beard has warned that vulnerable people and families in Inishowen are being failed by a growing legal aid crisis. This comes after concerns were raised with her by Lifeline Inishowen, an organisation that provides vital support to individuals and families experiencing domestic abuse, family breakdown, child access disputes and other crises. […]

Young people with disabilities ‘Power Up’ coding skills


YOUNG people with disabilities have completed the first phase of an innovative new coding and game-making course in Inishowen. The course is being run by the award-winning social enterprise Spraoi agus Spórt in Carndonagh. The Power Up! programme is designed to provide a pathway into the digital creative industries. Delivered under Slí WorkAbility programme and […]

BIM and Donegal County Council launch blue bioeconomy report


BORD Iascaigh Mhara (BIM), Ireland’s Seafood Development Agency, in partnership with Donegal County Council, launched a new report assessing the potential of Ireland’s blue bioeconomy. The Blue Bioeconomy Scoping Report assesses industry needs, supports, and international best practice, identifying a clear set of priority actions required to unlock growth in this emerging sector. A key […]

Deep sadness as young rally spectator dies in Donegal


THERE is deep sadness in Donegal as it has been confirmed that a young male spectator has died at the Donegal International Rally. The remainder of the event has now been cancelled as a mark of respect. Motorsport Ireland and Donegal Motor Club released a joint statement this evening. Advertisement It reads: “Motorsport Ireland and […]