By Paddy Walsh Here’s an imaginary concept that would send shudders through respective political elements on both sides of the border. It’s one where the island of Ireland forms part of the United Kingdom backed up by a history where there was no War of Independence or no Civil War. But there is a way […]
Former councillor Tony McDaid to contest election for Sinn Féin
It’s a case of ‘in with the old’ and ‘in with the new’ as Sinn Féin’s preparations for the forthcoming local elections in Donegal saw the selection of three more candidates last evening. Former councillor and long-time party member Tony McDaid is one of three candidates chosen to contest the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District election. He […]
Staff and customers ‘devastated’ that Veritas to close in Letterkenny
The Letterkenny shop which first opened in 1988 is to close with the loss of eight jobs.
Life to begin at last for cardiac patient
Letterkenny man hopes to get life-saving sugery after suffering 15 cardiac arrests in just one year.
Student Nathan Wray honoured for WorldSkills success
Nathan Wray, a Donegal student attending ATU Sligo has been honoured at an awards ceremony held on campus. The event celebrated his achievements in obtaining a 2nd and 3rd place in consecutive years in the WorldSkills Ireland Final Competition in Carpentry, combined with his recent accomplishment of receiving a First-Class Honours degree in Construction Project […]
Traffic restrictions will be in place at O’Donnell Park
A road closure will be in place from Kernans Spar, Lower Main Street to O’ Donnell Park from 12pm with limited access for local traffic.
Government must recommit to funding A5 on a 50/50 basis
“The A5 upgrade is a key priority for Sinn Féin,” said Pearse Doherty TD.
Museum ‘Steams Ahead’ with railway experience
There is something about the Donegal Railway Heritage Museum in Donegal Town that the people of the county hold close to their hearts. The museum, based in what was Donegal Town’s train station, showcases the unique railway heritage that once connected the towns in the county but ceased operations in 1959. “What’s unusual about what […]
Commitment to increase A5 funding welcomed
The Taoiseach has said that he will be bringing an increased funding proposal to the cabinet next week.
Irish Referendum turnout backed to breach record low
Upcoming Irish referendums on family and gender are in danger of setting an unwanted record with voter turnout backed at short odds of even money with BoyleSports to slump to unprecedented levels. On Friday, March 8 voters in Donegal and around the country will cast their ballot on two proposed changes to the Irish Constitution […]