The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: – Duncan Doherty, Letterkenny -Patrica Devine, Lifford and Strabane Advertisement -Mary Mc Gonagle (née Doherty), Buncrana -Aidan McGlynn, Donegal Town and Letterenny – Charles Stephen Watson, Convoy – Elizabeth Patton, Ballybofey – John Martin, Keelogs, Ahilly, Buncrana – Mickey Roarty of Bunbeg and Gabhla Duncan Doherty, Letterkenny The death has occurred […]
Woman (30s) dies following two car collision at Quigley’s Point
By Dionne Meehan A WOMAN (30s) has died following a two vehicle collision at Quigley’s Point late last night. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene at Carrowkeel at approximately 11.15pm last night, Friday, September 6. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “A female back seat passenger, aged in her 30s was fatally injured as a […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday evening, September 6
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: -Patrica Devine, Lifford and Strabane -Mary Mc Gonagle (née Doherty), Buncrana Advertisement -Aidan McGlynn, Donegal Town and Letterenny – Charles Stephen Watson, Convoy – Elizabeth Patton, Ballybofey – Valerri Strunhar, Bunbeg – John Martin, Keelogs, Ahilly, Buncrana – Mickey Roarty of Bunbeg and Gabhla – Henry Glackin, Tubberkeen, Dungloe – Michael Gallagher […]
Siblings graduate two days apart
A BROTHER and sister from Annagry recently graduated just two days apart! Shaun Harley graduated from the University of Sterling with a BsC (Hons.) degree in Sport and Exercise Science. Shaun is a son of Marie and Shaun Harley, and a grandson of Francie and Breid Duffy, Annagry. Advertisement Emily Harley who graduated from the […]
School traffic chaos in Letterkenny could continue until the end of the year
By Kate Heaney THE return to schools in Letterkenny this week, particularly around the Convent Road area, saw massive traffic issues at drop-off and collection times. Between the four nearby schools there are well in excess of 3,000 pupils, teachers and assistants entering and exiting the area during a narrow time window each weekday. Advertisement […]
Workplace Relations Commission rules in favour of musician
THE Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) ruling in favour of a Castlefinn musician has been described as a “big win for workers’ rights” by a Donegal Independent TD. Deputy Thomas Pringle said he will challenge both the Minister for Finance and the Minister for Social Protection about what they are going to do in light of this […]
Fisherman catches ‘rarity on the rod’ in Donegal Bay
Donegal Bay was throwing up some amazing catches last week, with one fisherman catching a Bonito from the shore. This angler was lure fishing from the rocks when he bagged what has been described as a “rarity on the rod” in this part of the country. Bonitos are usually found much further south in temperate […]
Geraldine Mullan is set to climb Kilimanjaro for charity next year
By Dionne Meehan MOVILLE’S Geraldine Mullan is preparing to take on her biggest challenge yet as she is set to climb Kilimanjaro in February 2025. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa at 5,895 metres (19, 340 feet) and is one of the world’s top seven summits. Advertisement For Ms Mullan, this climb is a […]
Popular craft shop in the heart of Dunfanaghy to close permanently
By Dionne Meehan AFTER many wonderful years, McAuliffe’s Craft Shop will close their doors permanently this Autumn. Located in the heart of Dunfanghy, the family-run business, which spans three generations, took to social media earlier this week to make the announcement. Advertisement A spokesperson said: “Anne is retiring after over forty fulfilling years at McAuliffe’s, […]
Weather: Today will be warm, dry and mostly sunny
TODAY will be warm, dry and mostly sunny. Highest temperatures of 20 to 24 degrees are expected with light to moderate winds. Tonight will remain dry with long, dry spells. Advertisement Temperatures will remain humid, not falling below 11 to 14 degrees. Light breezes with patches of mist and fog will develop later.