A THRILLER movie shot in California was greatly inspired by the rugged surroundings of south-west Donegal. Screenwriter Niall Cassin is at the helm of the new movie LOVE/HATE/HUNT/KILL, which recently premiered at the Louth International Film Festival. From Dublin, Niall has links to Donegal through his parents, Conrad and Carmen, who have been settled in […]
Celebrations planned to mark ‘The Coming of Light to Ardara’
THIS coming December marks 100 years since electricity first came to Ardara, and plans are underway to celebrate this important chapter in the town’s history. Donegal GAP Heritage and History Group are calling on people at home and away to help tell the story of Ardara’s pioneering hydro-electric scheme ahead of its upcoming centenary celebrations. […]
Countdown legend Austen becomes an Octo-champ
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A DONEGAL hospital worker has become a legend of cult TV show Countdown after a famous run of success. Austen Allen, from Ardara, was a huge hit on the long-running word challenge game and this week made it through to a very special episode. Austen, who works at Letterkenny University Hospital, won eight episodes in […]
Donegal hospital worker advances to Countdown showdown
A MAN from Ardara is a huge hit on TV’s word challenge game Countdown and today made it through to a very special episode. Austen Allen, who works at Letterkenny University Hospital, has won seven episodes in a row of Channel 4’s long-running show. Champion Austen now enters his eighth episode on Tuesday and if […]
FRESH TAKE: Ardara event another positive step for survivors of abuse
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By Sabrina Sweeney Survivors of domestic and sexual violence are often encouraged to speak out. Doing so takes courage and plays an important role in raising awareness of abuse. But there’s a contradiction in the way their voices are treated. While survivors are being asked to contribute to services and policy discussions, women involved in […]
Mosaic Early Education welcomes Sinead Hanlon as Training Consultant
Mosaic Early Education Ltd has announced the appointment of Sinead Hanlon as Training Consultant. Sinead is Manager of Ardara Community Childcare CLG, where she is recognised as an outstanding early years leader with a strong commitment to quality, mentoring and continuous improvement. In her new role, Sinead will deliver accredited professional development programmes that support […]
Ardara Show expands to two show days as entries open for 2026
THE Ardara Show Committee is encouraging exhibitors to get their entries in as preparations gather pace for what promises to be one of the biggest and most exciting years in the show’s history. With entries now officially open and the closing date set for Saturday, July 25, this year’s programme features a record €20,000+ prize […]
Murder accused to be sent forward for trial to Central Criminal Court
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A Donegal man, charged with the murder of Ardara businessman Stephen McCahill, is to be sent forward for trial to the Central Criminal Court in Dublin Michael Maloney (32) of Loughros Point, Ardara appeared before Letterkenny District Court this morning via video link from Castlerea Prison. He is charged with murdering Stephen McCahill at Beagh, […]
St Patrick’s Day Parade to take place in Ardara
THE St Patrick’s Day Parade will take place in Ardara tomorrow (Sunday). Large crowds of locals are expected to descend on the town to enjoy the fun affair. This year, however, there will sadly be one person missing – Stephen McCahill. Advertisement The married father-of-two (66), who was the co-owner of the Corner House in Ardara and […]
President Catherine Connolly to visit Donegal next week
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DONEGAL will host the first visit of new President, Catherine Connolly, next week. President Connolly will spend two days in the county, visiting Killybegs, Lifford, Ardara and Letterkenny with events taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday. Donegal County Council will welcome the President to the council chambers in Lifford on Tuesday morning with an event […]