THE 1916 societies have organised a rally for freedom, independence and sovereignty in Lifford on December 28 at 2pm. The newly formed Eithne Coyle 1916 Society, Lifford, will host the event. A spokesperson for the Lifford society is calling on everyone in East Donegal and West Tyrone to come out and support the rally which will […]
A very special treat for the senior citizens of Convoy
THE festive spirit was high in Convoy last Saturday when over fifty local men and women attended the Seniors Christmas Party in Brindley Manor. Those in attendance were treated to a four course Christmas meal and entertainment from Johnny Haughey and Fergus Cleary. This is the first time they have come together as a large […]
Cars and Coffee morning drives charity to school
A Strabane school has benefitted from a fundraising ‘drive’ organised by a Lifford businessman. Over £1,300 and more than 200 toys were gathered for Knockavoe School in Strabane through Keith ‘Bear’ Gamble’s ‘Cars and Coffee Morning’. The event, which Keith has been running for four years at Applegreen in Lifford, sees car enthusiasts congregate to marvel at a fleet […]
Gaoth Dobhair poet scoops top award in Belfast
GAOTH Dobhair poet Máire Dinny Wren has been awarded first prize for a poem she composed about the well know Bunbeg pub Teach Hiúdaí Bhig. The talented writer secured top place in the contest organised by Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiach in Belfast. The poem is titled ‘Íochshláinte Teach Hiúdaí Bhig’, and she wrote it especially in memory of Kitty […]
Mullachdubh man shares special birthday drink with Hollywood star
HOLLYWOOD superstar Jamie Foxx has been told there is a pint in the barrel for him in Bonner’s Bar, Mullachdubh. The invite was extended by Edward Gillespie when the pair shared a drink to mark the Oscar winner’s birthday. Edward works with his son Benny, founder of Black Castle Scenery, a company that builds sets for film and television […]
Live animal nativity stable brings Christmas to life
LETTERKENNY man, Tom Giblin has brought Christmas to life with his live animal Nativity stable in a bid to raise much needed funds for local and national charities. Tom began his fundraising mission in the late 70s and has held a number of small fundraising events over the years. However, Tom decided to try his hand […]
Council not in a position to provide modular homes for mica homeowners
DONEGAL County Council held a special meeting in Lifford on Friday to discuss the steps they must take to immediately help those families whose homes are worst affected by defective concrete blocks. The meeting included discussions surrounding the use of modular homes, the Council replied and said this was outside their remit. During the meeting, Council Chief […]
Traffic disruption expected at Pte Rooney’s funeral
It is anticipated that the funeral procession will then arrive in Newtowncunningham between approximately 1pm and 2pm.
Very busy week for Mountain Rescue team
FOLLOWING an increased number of call-outs this week Donegal Mountain Rescue have issued advice on how to stay safe this festive season. Donegal Mountain Rescue are a voluntary organisation and charity that provide an emergency response, remote environment and extreme terrain search and rescue 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. With the […]
Council publishes its gender pay gap report
Donegal County Council has today published its 2022 Gender Pay Gap Report which shows that on average men and women working for the local authority are paid equally. The gender pay gap is the difference in the average hourly wage of men and women across a workforce and employers with more than 250 employees in […]