DONEGAL Fish are set to transform the processing of pelagic fish and create 30 new jobs at its new €8.9 million Killybegs facility. Donegal Fish will use automation and technology, along with a newly skilled workforce, to process and add value to raw materials on-site at a state-of-the-art facility, which will open this October. Fish […]
Seven men due in court charged with shooting of PSNI officer
SEVEN men who have been charged with the attempted murder of Deputy Chief Inspector John Caldwell are due to appear in court today. Caldwell was shot several times while putting footballs into his car at a sports complex in Omagh on February 22. The PSNI have said that two men aged 28, and five men aged […]
Third water burst in 12 days at Raymochy Rosbracken supply
WORK is currently underway to fix a burst pipe in the Raymochy Rosbracken area. This is the third burst in 12 days as residents continue to be plagued with ongoing water supply issues. Uisce Eireann are currently at the scene of the burst and working to resolve the issue. Advertisement The utility has recently put […]
Fundraiser launched after tragic death of young Donegal woman in America
A FUNDRAISER launched to bring home a young Donegal woman who passed away in North Carolina has raised over $10,000. Donegal native Leanne Stapleton passed away after she suffered a cardiac arrest just two days before her 40th birthday and was placed on life support for 14 days. The mother of one had battled throughout her […]
Call for government to address €28m loss to Pelagic sector
THE Irish Fish Producers Organisation has issued a call for urgent funding for the pelagic sector, to address the loss of €28m from Brexit’s impact. Killybegs based IFPO chief executive, Aodh O Donnell criticised the failure to implement measures amounting to €29m for pelagic fisheries, such as mackerel. He said, “It’s nearly two years since […]
Oakfest tickets on sale now
DONEGAL’S much anticipated family friendly festival, Oakfest, is back again for 2023 with a stellar line up of acts set to take to the stage. On September 9 and 10, Oakfield Park will transform into a music festival with two very different line ups, across two stages with something for everyone to enjoy. On, Saturday September 9, the […]
COVID-19 Spring Boosters available at walk-in clinics
COVID-19 Spring Boosters are still available to everyone aged 70 or older and those aged 12 years or older with a weak immune system across Donegal. Those who have not received their COVID-19 Spring booster vaccine can now do so at walk-in clinics. If you are eligible, you can also get a COVID-19 Spring booster […]
Donegal singer to feature in Ryan Tubridy’s final Late Late Show
RTE have confirmed a star studded line up for Ryan Tubridy’s final Late Late Show including a Donegal singer. The broadcaster is stepping down from the role after 14 years, with Patrick Kielty taking the hot seat from September. For this very special show, President Michael D. Higgins has invited Ryan to join him in Áras an […]
Experience the finest Indian cuisine at Chilli Lounge
LOOKING for a tasty Indian with top class service and stylish venue? Look no further than the award winning Chilli Lounge. The family run Chilli Lounge on Main Street, Townparks, Cavan is the perfect venue for a delicious meal and relaxed dining experience. Raju and the family first opened the restaurant in 2018, and since […]
Police appeal for witnesses to Derry bookies robbery
Detectives from Strand Road Criminal Investigation Division (CID) investigating a robbery in the Waterside this morning, Thursday 25, are appealing for witnesses. At approximately 9.30am a masked man entered a bookmakers on Church Brae and confronted a staff member with what is reported to have been a firearm. The suspect left just minutes later, taking […]