Ballybofey’s Ciara Lynch has been announced as this year’s Netwatch Donegal Family Carer of the Year by Family Carers Ireland. This prestigious accolade recognises the exceptional dedication and commitment of family carers across the nation who provide vital care at home for loved ones with additional needs. Nominated by a close friend, Ciara’s selfless and endearing […]
Man in his sixties hit by car in Ballybofey
A MAN in his sixties was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital after being struck by a car in Ballybofey last night. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the collision involving a pedestrian and a car on the Main Street at around 9.30pm. “The pedestrian, a male in his 60s, received treatment for minor […]
Ballybofey singer-songwriter Tom Bonner releases a new album
THE highly anticipated new Tom Bonner album ‘Emotional Kaleidoscope’ was released on Friday. The Ballybofey singer-songwriter, who uses the stage name StrawMan, succinctly describes it as rockout and upbeat combined with a few slower more melancholic tracks so that the listener can both catch their breath and contemplate. ‘Emotional Kaleidoscope’ is the eagerly anticipated follow up […]
Drumboe drama casts new light on tragic local history
A new drama by well-known Letterkenny writer Kieran Kelly will premiere at The Balor, Ballybofey later this month. Drumboe reimagines and recalls events leading up to the execution of as the Drumboe Martyrs in March 1923. The story details the interactions of three men – prisoner Charlie Daly, his former comrade and current jailor General […]
Call for 20 double decker buses in Donegal
By Emma Ryan DONEGAL needs an additional 20 double decker buses to cope with demand, according to a Ballybofey Stranorlar Councillor. Cllr Patrick McGowan raised the issue at a recent meeting of Donegal County Council and claimed Bus Eireann has been forced to leave passengers behind, many elderly, due to pressure on services. Advertisement The motion […]
Celebrations at Planet Youth
JOHN PAUL Youth Club, Ballybofey, now known as Planet Youth, wish to invite local artistes to perform at a special event to celebrate 40 years of service to young people in the Finn Valley area. Planet Youth are aware that many former members/leaders are very talented and took part in events such as the No […]
‘I told my wife to tell them that I love them’
By Róise Collins It’s almost a year since a traumatic work place accident left Ballybofey man Marius McCloskey fighting for his life. He was told it was unlikely he would ever walk again. Advertisement But miraculously, just 12 months later, he plans to conquer Errigal. Marius is a tree surgeon by trade and for over 30 years […]
Sisters celebrate start of sustainable fashion venture
COUNTRY music singer Sinead Black is celebrating the start of an exciting new adventure with the opening of a new boutique store in the Twin Towns. Cherry Blossom Boutique which is located in College Court, Main Street, Ballybofey officially opened on Wednesday afternoon with a champagne reception. The boutique is really unique as their focus […]
Kym to be remembered with colour run
A ‘kolour run’ in memory of Kym Harley will be held in Ballybofey this weekend. The event in aid of local charities will start at the Shopping Centre Car Park beside McElhinneys at 2pm today. The annual fundraiser was established following the tragic death of 19 year old Kym Harley, who died in a collision […]
A positive step forward for Twin Towns businesses
By Róise Collins A group of business owners in the Twin Towns have joined forces to strengthen their collective voice against the challenges facing their sector. The united businesses have together formed a new branch of the main Ballybofey and Stranorlar Chamber of Commerce called Stronger Together. Advertisement Local business woman Tracey Alexander, who together […]