The Dunfanaghy Community Gardeners joined the Christmas celebrations at Dunfanaghy Workhouse last week and revealed the much anticipated plans for the new Dunfanaghy Community Garden which will be located at the back of The Workhouse. The presentation was delivered by the group’s tutor Erin Ui Domhnaill, who provided the community with a colourful vision of […]
Circle K to offer free hot drinks to emergency services
In the spirit of giving back during the festive season, Circle K, Ireland’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, has today announced the continuation of its heartfelt tradition, providing complimentary hot drinks to all members of the Irish Emergency Services on the 25th and 31st of December at participating Circle K stores nationwide. On these two […]
Barbara’s Christmas wreaths still a popular festive tradition
By Róise Collins LOCAL woman Barbara Smith is much more than just a friendly face at the roadside, she is also a very special part of people’s Christmas traditions. Every year in the run up to the festive season Barbara sells homemade Christmas wreaths from her fruit and veg stall close to the Killross junction on […]
Gardaí to ramp up checkpoints this festive season
by Louise Doyle TEN arrests were made in Donegal Division in the past week for driving under the influence. Six motorists were arrested for drug driving, while four arrests were made for drink driving. The figures, released by gardaí, come as gardaí warn of a continued road traffic enforcement operation this festive season. Advertisement The operation, which […]
Final Christmas posting dates with An Post
THE final dates for posting Christmas cards and parcels are in the coming days, and An Post is reminding customers to get down to their local post office this weekend to ensure delivery in time for Christmas. Customers have until Saturday, December 21, to send their final parcels within the Republic of Ireland and until […]
Festive celebrations at Ballyshannon Community Hospital
Residents and staff celebrate Ballyshannon Community Hospital’s first Christmas. It was a day of excitement, smiles and warmth at HSE Ballyshannon Community Hospital recently when children from Four Masters National School in Kinlough, County Leitrim performed for residents and staff. Advertisement The children sang a medley of Christmas songs much to delight of […]
Final Christmas posting dates with An Post
AN Post has issued some final pieces of posting advice to customers sending cards and parcels this festive season. Final dates for posting are coming up, and An Post is encouraging customers to not leave it till the last minute and to get down to their local Post Office this week to post their final Christmas […]
Creating happy memories at Christmas time is more important than any gift
By Louise Flanagan Every so often, Letterkenny Babies Facebook page receives a message that resonates with hundreds of readers. Recently, one such message came in: “I hope this doesn’t come across as preachy, but as an older page member, I wanted to reassure younger parents who might be feeling under pressure this Christmas. Advertisement “My […]
Donegal RNLI lifesavers prepare to answer the call this Christmas
CHRISTMAS is a time for family and friends, but the RNLI’s volunteer crews are ready to leave their own celebrations this festive season and answer the call for help. On average, RNLI lifeboats launch over 100 times during the Christmas period every year. Whatever weather winter throws at them, RNLI crews at Lough Swilly, Arranmore and […]
Festive shoppers are urged to be scam vigilant
PEOPLE in Donegal are being warned to be vigilant for scams when shopping this festive season. Local gardaí issued the warning to consumers, warning them to be on the guard when shopping, particularly online. Gardaí said that while some scams can appear “quite obvious”, others are more elaborate and difficult to recognise. Advertisement They said that […]