THERE were emotional moments in the Council chamber on Tuesday evening as Cllr Donal Mandy Kelly was elected mayor of the Letterkenny and Milford Municipal District at their AGM. Members of the Kelly family were present as Cllr Ciaran Brogan nominated Cllr Kelly, saying “it is a strange day for the Kelly family”. All in […]
Book celebrates history of Donegal railways
A NEW book of photographs celebrating the history of Donegal’s unique railways will be launched today. The Donegal Railway Heritage Centre will launch “The County Donegal Remembered” by Jim McBride who has been involved with railway heritage and preservation for decades, and is the Irish Editor of the “Disused Stations”. The book of 250 photographs includes […]
SVP extremely concerned as cost of living soars
THERE has been an increase in the number of people in Donegal reaching out for help from St Vincent de Paul to deal with the rising cost of living. The charity is becoming increasingly concerned about the pressures families are under as fuel and food costs soar. Speaking to the Donegal News Regional President of […]
End of an era as Carrigart store changes hands
THE retirement of a well known Carrigart shopkeeper has been described as the “end of an era”. Mickey Joe’s Country Store has been a permanent fixture in the townland of Umlagh for generations. Something of a ‘one-stop shop’, Mickey Joe’s character and variety has long made it a favourite among visitors to the Downings area. Its stock of […]
Letterkenny event to celebrate Men’s Health Week
IT is Mission Possible for Men’s Health Week, which will be celebrated with a free event in Letterkenny tomorrow (Wednesday). Letterkenny CDP will host a fun and informative day for men of all ages in the Courtyard Shopping Centre from 12pm to 4pm. Twenty five stalls will line out offering information on all types of […]
Earagail Arts Festival set to return with a bang
Earagail Arts Festival officially launched its 2022 programme of events at An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny, on Saturday. Donegal’s premier summer event will make a welcome return to its full programme along the Wild Atlantic Way from July 9 to July 24. The line-up and brochure were officially launched by Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr […]
Gardai issue appeal over missing teen
GARDAI are appealing for the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a missing teenager who was last seen in Letterkenny. 16-year-old AJ O’Sullivan was last seen in the Port Road area of the town at approximately 12.30pm on Friday, June 10. AJ is described as being approximately 5 foot 2 inches in height with […]
Essential work on water mains in Letterkenny
ESSENTIAL water mains rehabilitation works, which may lead to disruptions in water supply, will begin in Letterkenny this evening. Irish Water, working in partnership with Donegal County Council, is carrying out the work “to safeguard the water supply for homes and businesses” in Wolfe Tone Place. The works are scheduled to take place from 7pm […]
A dream come true directing the Toy Show Musical
DONEGAL’S very own Séimí Campbell will take on the huge role of directing the new Toy Show musical this December. Séimí has been making waves in the world of musical theatre and has worked with musicians Gary Barlow and Mick Flannery to bring their stories to the West End. At just 26 he has an […]
Second round of funding scheme for camping facilities
Donegal County Council has opened a second call for the Caravan, Camping, Campervan and Motorhome grant scheme targeting voluntary or community-based groups. The grant scheme will be open until the end of June, and will focus on supporting new and additional overnight facilities in locations currently underserved in the county. The grant is eligible for […]