Talented Gaoth Dobhair fiddler Megan Nic Fhionnghaile will be one of the fourteen finalists who will compete for the Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal in Cork on Friday, February 3. Peadar Ó Riada will present the event live on RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta from the Rochestown Park Hotel. Megan grew up immersed in the songs […]
Donegal dog behaviourist Paula Doohan to star in new RTÉ series Madraí
DONEGAL dog behaviourist, Paula Doohan is set to star in a new RTÉ series called Madraí. The new six-part Irish language series kicks off on RTÉ from Friday, February 3. With its cast of loveable canine rogues and easy-to-follow tips and strategies to cope with a range of pooch problems, Madraí is the paws-itively perfect series […]
Gay Walking Group mucks in for new rewilding initiative
DONEGAL’S Gay Walking Group has branched out into the field of rewilding. Members have begun a six part programme on An Caora Dubh farm in the Derryveagh Mountains. Under the scheme volunteers will involve themselves in a range of activities, starting with hedge laying and tree planting. Advertisement The project marks a milestone for a community […]
Safety assessments to be conducted at two Letterkenny locations
SAFETY assessments are to be carried out at two residential locations in Letterkenny following concerns about road safety. Councillors Donal Kelly and Kevin Bradley brought separate motions to the latest meeting of Letterkenny and Milford Municipal District. Councillor Kelly asked that Donegal Council put in place safety measures on the corner at the entrance to The Maples […]
Life and career of Anthony Molloy to feature in TG4 series
DONEGAL GAA legend Anthony Molloy is to feature as part of the latest series of TG4’s Laochra Gael. Now on its 21st run, Laochra Gael looks back on the careers of Ireland’s greatest GAA hurlers and footballers and often unearths unexpected insights into their lives. Set to appear in the latest series is captain turned councillor Anthony […]
Flair Apparent: January 2023 is all about gold
If you’re planning a night out in January, consider adding a bit of sparkle to your fashion and makeup looks to help stand out on these dark winter nights. January 2023 is all about gold, on both the body and face. The brilliant thing about gold is that it lends itself to both subtle, and […]
Water disruption in Carricknahorna, Ballyshannon
Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions Garvanagh, Carricknahorna, Ballyshannon and surrounding areas in Co. Donegal. Works are scheduled to take place today until 4:30pm. Irish Water recommend that you allow 2-3 hours after the estimated restoration time for your supply to fully return.
€5 million expansion plans for Donegal hotel
ONE of Ireland’s largest property development and management companies, owned by Buncrana born Pat Doherty and his family, is to invest €5 million in an expansion of its five-star Lough Eske Castle Hotel. The company which developed the Titanic Centre in Belfast recently lodged a planning application to add a two story extension with 24 […]
The Late Late show looking for Ireland’s most loved-up couple
CALLING all Donegal couples! The Late Late Show is on the hunt for Ireland’s most loved-up couple to take part in this year’s Valentine’s Special. The lucky couple will win themselves a romantic break for two but, more importantly, they’ll get the chance of a lifetime: making their very own appearance on The Late Late Show. Advertisement This year’s Valentine’s Special on Friday, February 10, […]
Letterkenny hospital most overcrowded today
LETTERKENNY University Hospital is the most overcrowded hospital in the country today with 66 patients waiting on a bed. According to this morning’s trolley figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) there are 506 admitted patients waiting for beds across the country. Nationally 355 patients are waiting in the emergency department, while 151 […]