PJ Cunningham’s new book ‘Grassroots: The Second Half’ explores a gold mine of tales from the world of the GAA, spanning over 150 years. It follows the publication of a successful first volume last year. The stories are down to earth; some are heart breaking, others uplifting. One thing they all have in common is […]
Creeslough Appeal funds exceed €1 million
EFFORTS to raise funds for the families of those who have lost loved ones or were injured in the devastating explosion in Creeslough are underway. As of yesterday almost €400,000 has been raised online after a GoFundMe page was set up by Ards native Gerard McFadden. In an update on the page, he said words could not […]
ISPCC encourage those impacted to reach out
THE Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC) has encouraged anyone impacted by the tragedy in Creeslough to reach out for support in the weeks and months ahead. The organisation said they are there to assist parents or carers, children and young people as they come to terms with the enormous loss. […]
HSE support line for those impacted by Creeslough tragedy
The HSE have established a Support Phone line (Tel: 087 1405138) for those impacted by the recent tragedy in Creeslough. Calls will be responded to by trained HSE professionals. The purpose of the Support Line is to give the public direct access to professional support, advice and information, including about services as appropriate. Advertisement The […]
Drones temporarily prohibited from flying over Creeslough
Flying Drones is prohibited in the vicinity of Creeslough, County Donegal this week following the unfolding of events last Friday. The temporary restriction was announced on Monday and will remain in place until 4pm tomorrow. The ban was put in place by the Irish Aviation Authority. For more information visit www.iaa,ie
Books of Condolence now opened in Creeslough
The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr. Liam Blaney has announced that Books of Condolence have been opened in Creeslough at St. Michaels Church and at Creeslough Day Centre in memory of the victims of the Creeslough Tragedy. Books of Condolence are also available across the County, at the following Council offices from 9am to […]
Hospital worker’s toy appeal now in 22nd year
A DONEGAL man is asking people across the county to donate towards a Christmas toy appeal to ensure as many children as possible will wake up to a gift this December 25. Now in its 22nd year, hundreds of children throughout Donegal have benefitted from Eunan Devenney’s annual appeal. Eunan, a maintenance man at St […]
Three generations feature in short film
A short film entitled ‘Ceoltóirí’ is to be shown as part of the fiddler’s weekend in Glenties. The film captures three generations of Irish music featuring Jimmy Campbell, his son Peter as well as his grandson, Paddy Molloy. Filmed in 2021, this production is a tribute to the late Jimmy Campbell. Jimmy, who sadly passed […]
Awards for Donegal food businesses
After a three year hiatus all roads led to Dingle for five Donegal producers who won bronze, silver and gold in Blas na hÉireann 2022. The winners from Donegal are Donegal Rapeseed Oil, Gallagher’s Bakery Promise Gluten Free Bakery, Love A Little and Natural Dairies and Green Pastures Donegal, who were also awarded Best in […]
Exhibition to feature local artists
Self-taught, Ranafast artist Mórag McCafferty is set to launch a collaborative exhibition showcasing the work of over 10 local artists in Caisleáin Óir hotel. ‘The Great Big Art Event’ is a group exhibition that includes artists that work through a variety of mediums, including watercolour, oil paint, silk batik, pop art and photography. Mairéad Ní […]