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 […]
Five Donegal schools to offer Drama, Film, and Theatre
By Rebecca Crockett FIVE schools in Donegal will be the first to offer the new Leaving Certificate subject of Drama, Film, and Theatre Studies. It was announced by Minister for Education Norma Foley that 57 schools had been selected to introduce the subject into their Leaving certificate curriculum. It is part of the Senior Cycle […]
Southwest Donegal team set to take part in MacRory Cup
FIVE Donegal secondary schools will come together to compete in the MacRory Cup as Donegal have two representatives in the pinnacle of Ulster schools football. Colaiste Na Carraige, St Catherine’s VS, Killybegs, St Columba’s Comprehensive, Glenties, Pobalscoil Na Rosann, and Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair will all compete as one team under the banner of Southwest Donegal. […]
