A POPULAR travel show about Ireland on America’s public broadcasting network PBS will showcase Donegal in an entire episode, titled ‘To the Waters and the Wild’, celebrating the county’s breath-taking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. The show, ‘Ireland with Michael’, which launched its fifth season last Thursday night across 49 states in the U.S, has become […]
Sliabh Liag murder accused each to blame the other
TWO defendants accused of murdering a man whose body was allegedly thrown off the Sliabh Liag cliffs in Donegal each claimed the other “did it”, a barrister has told the Central Criminal Court. Bernard Condon SC opened the trial this morning of Nikita Burns (22) and Alan Vial (39) who deny the murder of Robert […]
‘Our TDs need to tell us their views on government alliance’ – councillor
As government formation talks continue a Donegal County Councillor has shared what he says are his constituents’ concerns regarding the makeup of the new government. Independent Cllr Micheál Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig says some people in West Donegal have raised concerns regarding the suitability of Independent TD Michael Lowry, who is leading the negotiations on […]
Donegal Education Support Centre announces relocation to Letterkenny
DONEGAL Education Support Centre (DESC) is to relocate to Letterkenny this Spring. The move was confirmed this week by management at the centre, who have said the strategic move marks a “significant milestone in the centre’s ongoing commitment to supporting educators across the county”. In November, it emerged that plans were afoot to relocate the Donegal Town […]
30th Scoil Gheimhridh Ghaoth Dobhair opens in style
Renowned musicians pictured at the official opening of the 30th Scoil Gheimhridh Ghaoth Dobhair in Teach Hiudaí Beag, Bunbeg on Friday night. Pictured from left are Martin Dowling, Hugh Hiudaí Beag Gallagher, Gary Hastings who officially opened the Scoil Gheimhridh, Des Wilkinson and Christina Dowling. It’s 30 years since Clann Uí Mhaonaigh and friends founded Scoil Gheimhridh Frankie […]
James Daly confirmed as Donegal ladies manager
James Daly has been confirmed as the new manager of the Donegal ladies. The Armagh native takes over from John McNulty as the new boss after Kilcar native McNulty resigned after a year in charge. A statement from the Donegal LGFA said: “James Daly of Armagh has been at the helm of many a ladies […]
Man arrested following incident at Dungloe Post Office
A man was arrested in connection with an incident at the Post Office in Dungloe on Friday. There were reports of a disturbance on the premises at around lunchtime and the Post Office closed to the public soon after. It’s understood a customer became agitated and began threatening staff. Advertisement Gardaí last evening confirmed that […]