THE Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup has been renamed in memory of Leona Harper. Leona (14), who played for Letterkenny Rugby Club, sadly lost her life following a tragic explosion in Creeslough in 2022. She was one of ten people who passed away following the tragic incident.
Yates tips 2 SF, 2 FF and 100% Redress
By Chris Ashmore SINN Féin and Fianna Fáil will both win two seats while the 100% Redress Party will take one in the five-seat Donegal constituency in this month’s general election – that’s the prediction of high-profile broadcaster, businessman and former Agriculture Minister Ivan Yates. And by making this selection, he is also predicting that […]
Lifford family launches Christmas toy appeal in loving memory of son
By Dionne Meehan FOR the last 12 years, the Hughes family from Lifford have been donating toys every Christmas to Crumlin Children’s Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House in memory of their baby son Ollie. And this year, they are anticipating their biggest donation yet. Advertisement Born in 2010 to Michelle and Conor Hughes, it […]
Frances Browne Literary Festival returns to Ballybofey
By Rebecca Crockett THE Frances Browne Literary Festival returns this week for its annual celebration of Ulster’s “Blind Poetess” from October 10th to 13th. Taking place across venues in Ballybofey and Stranorlar, the programme is an eclectic mix of theatre, music, poetry, painting, and panel discussions. Advertisement Celine McGlynn, Chairperson of the festival committee, said: […]
International writers seek inspiration in Gaoth Dobhair
FROM New Delhi to New York, Paris to Zagreb – writers from far flung places gathered at Teac Jack in Gaoth Dobhair this week for a special international retreat. One of several such events organised by award-winning Ireland Writing Retreat each year, the week comprised workshops on subjects as varied as story arc, character development, […]
Roadworks scheduled this week on R263-5 at Kill, Largy
Road resurfacing works will be carried out by Donegal County Council on the R263-5 at Kill, Largysillagh on Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd. Work will take place between 8am and 6pm. Traffic management will be in place and delays can be expected. Donegal County Council has apologised for any inconvenience caused.
Late Late Toy Show looking for Donegal Representatives
It’s one of the most magical nights of the year and the countdown has begun to The Late Late Toy Show 2024. Airing on December 6th, it’s not long until Ireland’s favourite Christmas tradition kicks off, but already plans are being put in place for another memorable show with plenty of exciting twists. Kids from […]
UN Veterans hold annual wreath-laying ceremony
Members of the Irish United Nations Veterans Association held their 10th anniversary wreath-laying ceremony at Conwal Graveyard in Letterkenny last weekend. They were joined by family members and friends along with local councillors, retired veterans and members of An Garda Síochána who gathered to remember those who lost their lives in the line of duty […]