By Diarmaid Doherty THERE were tears, tributes, smiles and some wonderful stories as the school community at Scoil Cholmcille National School in Kilmacrennan gathered to say farewell to their retiring school secretary, Anne O’Donnell. Anne, who retires after 24 years of service, was joined by family members and friends as the school staff and pupils […]
Man seriously injured in motorcycle collision
A MAN in his 30s has been seriously injured following a motorcycle collision this evening. Gardaí and emergency services attended at the scene of collision involving a car and motorcycle shortly after 5:15pm this evening at Galdonagh, Manorcunningham. The motorcyclist, a man in his 30s, was taken from the scene by ambulance to University Hospital […]
Man dies following workplace accident
A MAN has died following a workplace accident in Cnoc Fola earlier today. Gardaí evacuated the area after an ‘apparent explosion’ and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal were called in. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has launched an investigation into the incident. A HSA spokesperson said: “The HSA are aware of this […]
Downings playwright to be honoured with a Civic Reception
A CIVIC Reception is to be held to honour the work of Downings playwright Francie Cullen. A motion was passed at this week’s meeting of Letterkenny Milford Municipal District to hold a Civic Reception in recognition of Francie Cullen’s work in promoting the Irish language and culture. The motion was submitted by Cllr Donal Coyle […]
Rathmullan project granted almost €250,000 in funding
THREE Donegal projects have received funding from the International Fund for Ireland (IFI) Peace Fund. The International Fund for Ireland (IFI) has announced its latest round of funding aimed at supporting some of the most vulnerable communities in Northern Ireland and the southern border counties. A funding package of €4,884,800 / £4,322,833 will provide support […]
Convoy survive late penalty scare against Moville
Convoy………..1-13 Moville………..1-11 St. Mary’s, Convoy survived a late penalty scare against unbeaten Moville to take their second win in the Yes Chef Division 3. Advertisement Convoy led by 1-9 to 0-5 at half-time with the help of a Pauric Gordon goal, along with three points from Paddy Dolan and two from Anthony Browne. The Naomh […]
Zero pesticide exceedances in Donegal public drinking water supplies in 2022
There were no exceedances for pesticides in the public drinking water supplies in Donegal in 2022, Uisce Éireann has confirmed. However, the utility is urging domestic gardeners, farmers, grounds keepers and other users of pesticide products to consider the environment and whether pesticide use is necessary in the first instance. There was a significant reduction […]