THE owners of the iconic Grill complex in Letterkenny say they have no immediate plans to develop the Port Road site. Demolition work on the once popular night club has been ongoing for several months now and is expected to continue for a number of weeks. The building is owned by the Tinney family in […]
Be safe, be seen – Gardaí issue warning ahead of dark nights
Gardaí in Donegal have urged pedestrians and motorists to be safe ahead of the dark winter nights. People are urged to wear a hi-vis jacket while walking, running or cycling while motorists are urged to ensure the lights in their vehicle are working properly. A Garda spokesperson said, “The nights are starting to close in. […]
‘Doing radio shows is my game of golf, it’s how I relax’
THIS week Paul Bradley catches up with Jimmy Stafford, the Cobh native who has made Donegal his home. He talks about work, music and his admiration for how Donegal people are so resilient when times are tough. Hi Jimmy, how are you these days? I am feeling good these days. I turned 50 last Christmas […]
Letterkenny barber starts fundraiser for Morocco
A Letterkenny barber has started a GoFundMe in response to the earthquake in Morocco last Friday. The magnitude 6.8 earthquake has claimed close to 3,000 lives and a further 5,000 people have been injured in the country’s deadliest earthquake since 1960. Said Ben Salem is a Moroccan native living in the county since 2003. He […]
Kayaker rescued from Owey Island thanks those who came to his aid
THE kayaker who was rescued in a major weekend air and sea operation after becoming trapped in a cave on Owey Island, has said he owes his life to those who heroically came to his aid. Malachy Doyle has told of his frightening experience, describing it as a “living nightmare”. Following a distressed contact by […]
New principal Linda loving life at Ballyraine NS
Despite having been in the position for some months now, Linda Moore started her first day of a new school term as the principal of Ballyraine National School just last week. The first day of this school term started much calmer when compared to this time last year. Twelve months ago the hallways were filled […]
Extension planning go-ahead for Castlefinn Partnership Initiative
DONEGAL County Council has given the green light for a major pharmacy extension in Castlefinn. Applicant Castlefinn Partnership Initiative (CPI) lodged plans with the planning authority in July of this year. Under proposals, the applicant sought planning permission for the construction of a two-storey extension consisting of a ground floor extension to existing pharmacy and créche […]
Major exhibition to document the working experiences of Donegal people in Scotland
Have you or a family member ever worked in Scotland? Do you have photographs or memories from your time there that you would be willing to share? Donegal County Council is working on a major exhibition to document the working experiences of Donegal people in Scotland. “There are few families in County Donegal that […]
Feeling the heat and meeting the locals in beautiful Belgrade
Can there be anything more pleasant than sitting back and feeling the natural heat of the sun on your face? By week 2 in Belgrade I was fully recharged, not just by the rest and relaxation but by the heat of that big ball of fire in the sky. If I was a smartphone I’d […]
‘Money mule’ warning
STUDENTS of Donegal ATU have been urged not to act as ‘money mules’ by criminals in order to launder the proceeds of crime. The fresh warning from the President of the Students’ Union, Barry Breslin comes after new figures show nearly €17.5m was transferred illegally through so-called ‘money mule’ accounts between January and June of this year. […]