MURVAGH Beach, one of Donegal’s most beautiful locations, will be more accessible than ever this summer thanks to a new wheelchair and hoist which were officially unveiled at a special event at the beach on Friday. Terry McGroarty, Ballintra did the honours by cutting the ribbon at the launch. It was Terry’s first time on […]
COLUMN: Life is rarely a perfect score sheet – and the same applies at exam time
By Louise Flanagan I recently read a quotation credited to Leah McDermott: “Let’s stop glorifying academic success and start praising our kids for the weird and wonderful interests and talents that make them uniquely who they are. This is how we inspire the next generation of artists, problem solvers, and creative, joyful souls.” It struck […]
Donegal is third favourite staycation
DONEGAL has been crowned the third best staycation spot in Ireland. With the rise of staycations in recent years, many Irish holidaymakers are opting to explore the beauty of their own country – from the breathtaking landscapes of Donegal to the buzzing streets of Dublin. And now, according to new survey research from Betfair Casino, 22 per […]
Donegal set to host Irish National Sheep Dog Trials
DONEGAL is set to host the Irish National Sheep Dog Trials this August as SSE Renewables is named as the principal sponsor. The trials, organised by a voluntary Donegal Committee comprised of members of the International Sheep Dog Society, are being held in Clonmany from August 22 to 24. The annual event will see 150 sheep […]
Oona Hyland’s exhibition opens at An Gailearaí
An exhibition by well-known artist Oona Hyland entitled ‘Active Forgetting’ was launched at An Gailearaí in Gaoth Dobhair at the weekend. Oona, who spent many years involved in the art scene in Donegal where she dedicated her practice to printmaking, unveiled a new solo body of work which includes film, sculpture, installation as well as […]
Road closures announced for North West 10k
A NUMBER of road closures will be in place to facilitate the 27th North West 10k this coming Bank Holiday Monday. The fundraising event starts at 11am, and takes place in the environs of Letterkenny urban area. It attracts huge numbers each year and another big crowd is expected on Monday. Advertisement Gardaí have said traffic restrictions […]
Letter to Editor: Donegal going well, but lack of investment in facilities embarrassing
AS Donegal GAA supporters prepare for next Sunday’s Ulster Final meeting with Armagh in Clones, the Donegal News received a letter from fan Christy Galligan who still can’t understand why supporters are being forced to watch games in venues that offer facilities from a by-gone era. Here’s Christy’s letter in full: I had the honour […]
Campaign launched to retain services at busy Lifford charity
DUE to a lack of funding, concern has been expressed regarding the future of a key charity in Lifford that provides important community services to a broad area. The Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre is set to lose its Project Coordinator in June because money has dried up. The job of the coordinator is to oversee […]
Stark reality of gambling addiction in Donegal under the spotlight
by Louise Doyle THE stark reality of gambling addiction in Donegal has come under the spotlight after it was revealed a support service provided therapeutic sessions to 2,591 people in the county last year. The Gambling Therapy and Support Service is a two-year pilot project operating from the Finn Valley Resource Centre. Advertisement The latest meeting of Donegal Joint […]
