A MAN who died following a workplace accident in Buncrana last week has been named locally as Martin McCallion. Martin McCallion, of Lisnakelly, Buncrana, sustained serious injuries in an incident that occurred at a haulage transportation company in the town last Thursday. Emergency services were called to the scene, and Mr McCallion was transferred to […]
Volunteers needed as loneliness epidemic rises in Donegal
ALONE have issued a special appeal urging more people in Donegal to volunteer for their charity. ALONE supports thousands of older people to age at home. The charity is in need of support and befriending volunteers particularly in areas around Letterkenny and Buncrana where there’s a large number of older people in need of support. […]
Deaths in Donegal, Thursday, June 26
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Maureen Shields, Carrigart Eithne Garvey, Carrigans Advertisement James Burke, Buncrana Olivia Doherty, Buncrana Patrick McGettigan, Carrigart Neil Ruddy, Culdaff Maureen Shields, Carrigart The death has taken place at her home of Maureen Shields, née O Donnell (Uí Dhónaill), Gleneraugh, Glen, Carrigart, formerly of Rannafast, on Tuesday, […]
Second teenager who died in Buncrana drowning tragedy to be laid to rest on Saturday
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By Dionne Meehan Matt Sibanda, a teenager who died in a drowning incident in Buncrana earlier in the month, will be laid to rest on Saturday. Matt (18) and his friend Emmanuel Familola (16) lost their lives after getting into difficulty in the water at Ned’s Point on Saturday, May 10. Advertisement Matt, originally from […]
Oil burner thefts: Gardaí want to speak to man seen in area
GARDAÍ are investigating the theft of oil burner motors and ignition starters from a number of properties in the area of Earlsfort, Buncrana. The thefts are believed to have occurred between approximately 3.30am and 4.30am on the morning of Sunday last, May 25. Gardaí are appealing for dash-cam footage from the area from between 3am […]
Teachers share learning in new Education Centre in Letterkenny
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TEACHERS from seven post primary schools recently came together in the new Donegal Education Support Centre now based in Letterkenny, to share their experience and learning from a two year programme called ‘Teaching & Learning for the 21st Century” (TL21). The workshops were based on a Continuing Professional Development programme for teachers and school leaders […]
Rebecca Browne’s family continue fight for answers two years after tragic death
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By Dionne Meehan FOR the family of Rebecca Browne, the past two years have been a painful journey of heartbreak and unanswered questions. Yesterday marked two years since the 21-year-old Derry woman tragically lost her life after being struck by a garda car during a night out in Buncrana. Advertisement In December 2024, the Browne […]
Drowning victim was a “credit to his mother”, funeral hears
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by Louise Doyle A TEENAGE boy who died after getting into difficulty in water close to Ned’s Point in Buncrana was remembered as “a credit to his mother”, and as a person who brought a “wealth of joy” to the hearts of his mum and family. Emmanuel Familola (16) had gone into the water to […]
Fundraiser for the families of Lough Swilly drowning tragedy surpasses €38,000
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By Dionne Meehan A FUNDRAISER set up to help cover the funeral costs of two teenagers who died after getting into difficulty in the water at Ned’s Point on Saturday afternoon has surpassed €38,000. Emmanuel Familola (16) and Matt Sibanda (18) lost their lives in the incident. Advertisement It is thought they, along with a […]
Walk in memory of journalist Brian Hutton raises funds for Lough Swilly RNLI
A walk to mark the birthday of the late journalist Brian Hutton is raising funds for the Lough Swilly RNLI. The walk will take place on Saturday, May 17 from the Shore front in Buncrana to Stragill and back. The walk is being organised by family and friends of the Derryman, who died suddenly in […]