TWO sisters who were sexually abused by disgraced former cleric Con Cunningham say the church focused on protecting the institution rather than victims. Speaking on RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta’s Barrscéalta programme Paula and Margaret Martin from Fán a Bhualtaigh, Fanad, said they felt “let down” by the Catholic Church. Con Cunningham was sentenced to 15 […]
Donegal pair in running for Entrepreneur of the Year
TWO Donegal men have been named as finalists in the Irish Entrepreneur of the Year competition. Managing Director of Inishowen Engineering Michael McKinney and Karl McHugh, CEO of The Atlantic Dawn Group in Killybegs, have been described as “unstoppable entrepreneurs, determined to overcome all obstacles and take brave risks to achieve their goals”. After completing […]
‘It’s just surreal’ – Dublin family wins Arranmore home
A Dublin man has revealed how the memory of a late friend inspired him to buy what turned out to be the winning ticket for a house on Arranmore. Robert Donnelly was shopping on Henry Street with wife Suzann and their children Maebh and Cian when they received the call that their number had come […]
Belfast woman thanks those who rushed to partner’s aid
A Belfast woman whose partner collapsed during a day out in Donegal says she is indebted to those who rushed to his rescue. Mary O’Connor and Bobby Hughes were spending two nights in Letterkenny recently when they decided to head off to Rathmullan beach. But within moments of walking on to the sand Bobby, a […]
New Zealand charity continues to support good causes
A Letterkenny youth group and a cathedral restoration project are among the latest causes to receive large donations from New Zealand. Details of the financial gifts awarded by the Hugo Charitable Trust, a charity set up by Raphoe farmer Hugh Green, are contained in the organisation’s latest annual report. Good causes ranging from individual efforts […]
Lifford Hospital to close for four months
LIFFORD hospital is to close for four months before reopening as a respite and short stay facility. The development marks the end of long-term patients being admitted to the unit. The closure will enable the HSE to carry out €0.5m renovations to prepare the building for its new function. Concerns had been awakened in […]
First ever Carrickfinn 10k on Bank Holiday Monday
RUNNERS and walkers are being invited to take part in arguably the most scenic 10k on earth. Taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, August 2, the Carrickfinn 10k Coastal Run is part of a drive to further enhance sporting facilities in the area and to assist local clubs such as Tír Chonaill Rugby Club and […]
Funeral details of crash victim Alan Devenney
THE funeral will take place on Thursday of Alan Devenney, the motorcyclist killed in a crash in Letterkenny on Sunday. Mr Devenney, of Dooish in Newtowncunningham, died in a collision involving a Jeep. Among those paying tribute following the tragedy has been the Facebook page ‘Maidencity Regalia’. Advertisement They wrote, “Could everyone please keep the […]
Did Taylor pay a Swift visit to Donegal?
WAS Taylor Swift really in Donegal at the weekend? Known for hits such as ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’ and Shake It Off’, the 31-year-old is more used to Los Angeles than Letterkenny. But social media has been raging with speculation the multi-award winning artist visited Portsalon on Saturday. Swift, who is said […]
Building prices soar as inflation hits materials
DONEGAL’S house prices could be pushed up significantly by the soaring cost of building materials. Contractors across the county have reported a sharp increase in the price of hardware as the construction industry rushes to make up for time lost to the pandemic. A new report from the Irish Home Builders Association (IHBA) predicts that […]