BISHOP of Raphoe Alan McGuckian has announced a reshuffle of clerical positions in the Raphoe Diocese. In a statement released today, the Bishop’s Office revealed a number of changes including the retirement of Very Rev Cathal Ó Fearrai, Kilbarron, Balyshannon with Kilmacrennan’s Fr Paddy Dunne to replace him, effective from June 24. Very Rev Michael […]
A5 Public Inquiry ‘important opportunity’ for communities to voice support for critical road project
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Finance, Pearse Doherty TD, has said that the A5 public inquiry is an opportunity for people and communities to voice their support for the A5 upgrade. The Donegal TD was speaking after he attending the public inquiry which opened in Omagh today. The A5 links Donegal and the north-west area to […]
Rory Gallagher steps back as Derry manager
RORY Gallagher has announced his decision to step back as the manager of the Derry senior intercounty football team. It comes in the wake of allegations made by his estranged wife Nicola on social media earlier this week. In a statement released this evening, Gallagher, who previously managed Donegal said, “I have advised Derry GAA […]
Temperatures set to rise tomorrow
TEMPERATURES across Donegal are set to reach high teens tomorrow. A spokesperson for Met Eireann said, “Saturday will be best of the weekend with temperatures set to reach high teens with spells of sunshine. “There will be some rain tomorrow night but these showers will clear after day break on Sunday. It will brighten up […]
Stunning scenes off the Donegal coast feature in new RTÉ series
DONEGAL’s coast is set to feature in a documentary which explores the iconic creatures and marine life of the North Atlantic. Donegal will feature in episode one of ‘North Atlantic – The Dark Ocean’ which begins on Sunday May 14 at 6.30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. Underwater photographer and filmmaker Ken O’Sullivan documented […]
Concerns over criminal gangs operating in Donegal
GARDAÍ in Donegal have issued a warning to local rural business owners after a spate of incidents at shops and filling stations. Owners and operators particularly in rural areas of shops and filling stations are urged to be aware of current crime trends where filling stations have been targeted in the North Western Region. Gardaí said […]
Fire at building on Kilmacrennan Road, Letterkenny
EMERGENCY services are currently at the scene of a fire at a building on the Kilmacrennan Road area of Letterkenny. It is believed the fire broke out this morning and emergency services remain at the scene. The road remains open but motorists are advised to approach with caution.
President to officiate at National Famine Commemoration in Milford
PRESIDENT Michael D Higgins will be in Donegal next week to officiate at the National Famine Commemoration. The National Famine Memorial Day, in memory of those who suffered during the Great Famine, will take place by the site of the old Milford Workhouse and graveyard, on Sunday May 21. The President will officiate at this […]
Donegal Airport issues warning to drone users
DONEGAL Airport has issued a warning to drone users. The Airport has posted a notice to all spectators who will be attending WAAR Wild Atlantic Adventure Race and wish to photograph the race using cameras and/or drones. WAAR is Donegal’s biggest Adventure Race and is being held on Saturday. Advertisement A spokesperson for the Airport […]
Donegal Gaeltacht hosting the MIT Europe Innovators Under 35 Festival
Gaoth Dobhair is playing host to young innovators from all over Europe who will be taking part in the MIT Europe Innovators Under 35 festival. Many of the events are being hosted by Páirc Ghnó Ghaoth Dobhair and gteic, Gaobh Dobhair. There will be a variety of events held over the three days, including debates, […]