THE first ever book dedicated to life in east Donegal before, during and after the Great Famine has just been published.
FromJimmy’s Winning Matches to Mad Dog Coll
ByCronanScanlon
RORY Gallagher and his band, The Island, have recorded a video for their new Christmas single which is due to be released this weekend on YouTube and iTunes.
Donegal only county to see planning increase
DONEGAL is the only county to see a rise in planning applications, according to figures compiled by the fifth National Housing Construction Index.
Local fish farms hit by sea lice
By Cronan Scanlon
THE highest recorded levels of sea lice on farmed fish in Ireland were found on two Donegal fish farms in recent months, it has emerged.
Coastguard station to remain open
THE Minister for Transport has confirmed that Malin Head Coastguard station will remain open, after months of concern that it was in line for closure in a money saving exercise by the government.
Earagail Arts announces Altan Clannad double bill for 2013 Gathering
THE word is out on what will be one of next summer’s most exciting events to take place near one of the most beautiful spots in West Donegal.
Claims of lying and bullying in Council chamber
A BITTER argument between the Mayor of Donegal and the Fianna Fáil Party Whip permeated proceedings at the monthly meeting of Donegal County Council on Monday.
Can you help locate the missing holy wells?
THE County Donegal Heritage Office has renewed its appeal for information to identify the location of 25 ‘missing’ holy wells.
McHugh ready for testimonial
By Aidan O’Donnell
NOT for the first time in his storied career, Kevin McHugh will find himself at the centre of attention when a Finn Harps All-Stars play a Donegal select in a testimonial with a twist at Finn Park tonight (Friday, 8pm).
Donegal has fewest third level graduates – CSO
JUST under one quarter of the population of Donegal have a third level qualification according to recent results from the Census 2011.