THE Donegal coastline, one of the most beautiful sights in the country, was showcased recently after seven images from various areas of the county’s coast were shortlisted in a prestigious photography competition. The 15th edition pf the Love Your Coast Photography Competition announced its winners at an event in Richmond Barrack’s in Dublin. The annual […]
MACE shops throughout Donegal get behind Debra Ireland
MACE retailers from all over Donegal are taking part in a fundraiser in aid of Debra Ireland this week. When Emma Fogarty, Debra Patient Ambassador, was born with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) her parents were told she would not live past one week. EB is an incurable and painful genetic skin condition, also known as ‘Butterfly […]
Stranorlar locals win big at Bus Éireann Awards
THREE Stranorlar emplolyees were celebrated at the Bus Éireann ‘Go the Extra Mile’ Awards last week. These coveted awards recognise excellent customer service, community impact, performance and forward-thinking. Eoin McGloin won ‘Apprentice of the Year’ for his attention to detail and willingness to learn. Advertisement The ‘Going Green Award’ championing green initiatives was awarded to […]
Gardaí ramping up checkpoints in Donegal this Bank Holiday weekend
by Louise Doyle GARDAÍ will be ramping up checkpoints across Donegal this Halloween bank holiday weekend, and are warning people not drive under the influence of drink or drugs or engage in anti social behaviour. High visibility checkpoints and speed checks will be carried out by gardaí across the county this weekend. Advertisement Gardaí have […]
Weather: Cloudy day with scattered outbreaks of rain
Today will be mostly cloudy with scattered outbreaks of rain. Highest temperatures of 14 to 16 degrees. Tonight, cloud and patchy light rain will clear early. Advertisement It will be largely dry with clear spells overnight. Patches of mist and fog will form. Lowest temperatures of 4 to 7 degrees.
Truck Fest raises €5,000 for Donegal Down Syndrome
By Rebecca Crockett THE organisers from North West Truck Fest have spoken of their delight at raising €9,600 for Donegal Down Syndrome Association over the past two years of the event. On Monday, the event organisers presented a cheque for €5,000 to Donegal Down Syndrome Association, the proceeds from the 2024 event. Advertisement The final […]
Eighteen Donegal apprentices graduate
EIGHTEEN apprentices from Donegal were among a group of 70 craft apprentices from across 16 apprenticeship programmes who graduated at a ceremony on Friday, October 18. An additional 38 Donegal apprentices, who recently qualified, were unable to attend the ceremony due to employment and other commitments. Mayo, Sligo, and Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB), […]
Gardaí make fresh appeal over Ballybofey assault
GARDAÍ have renewed their appeal for information in relation to an assault in Ballybofey in which a man received serious injuries. The incident occurred at Main Street, near the junction for Glenfin Street, in the early hours of Sunday, April 21 at 1.30am. The incident happened shortly after the Donegal v Derry game a few […]
Letterkenny University Hospital faces overwhelming demand in emergency department
THE Emergency Department (ED) at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) has been extremely busy over the past few days with high numbers of people attending. On Monday of this week 209 patients attended the Emergency Department, one of the highest attendances recorded in LUH. Yesterday, Wednesday, September 23, 155 people attended at the Emergency Department and […]
Ardara man jailed for rape and coercive control of his wife
AN Ardara man has been jailed for eight years this week for raping and coercively controlling his wife. Sergio Correia (48), with an address on Front Street, Ardara, was found guilty by a jury earlier this year. His former wife, Kathleen Correia waived her right to anonymity, saying people should not be afraid to speak out if something […]