A YOUNG mother whose six-month-old daughter has a life limiting condition will undertake a charity swim from Owey to Cruit island to raise money for Bumbleance. Fiona Harrington will take on the challenge on November 2 to raise money for the children’s ambulance service having seen first hand the great work they do. In August […]
Choreographer’s latest show inspired by grandparents
A NEW aerial dance show by the Circus Company Fidget Feet will come to Letterkenny this weekend and has been inspired by choreographer Chantal McCormick’s memories of going to bingo in Castlefin Hall with her grandparents. The show ‘Bingo Wings’ blends circus, aerial dance and theatre, and the production company is looking for locals […]
40 people in Donegal diagnosed with severe lung disease
Almost two years after losing her mum, Anna Cassidy to the severe disease, Lorraine Doherty continues her campaign to raise awareness of the condition
Additional funding for MICA homes in budget 2020
ADDITIONAL funding for Mica affected homes in Donegal has been included in Budget 2020. Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh announced this afternoon that an additional €20 million will be included in this year’s budget to fix homes in Donegal and Mayo bringing the total allocated for the project up to €40 million. “This […]
Arranmore event to showcase island’s innovative ideas
Take a trip to Arranmore Island this Saturday to hear first hand how the island is innovating to promote growth and create a sustainable future for the next generation. Arranmore Island Community Council are inviting visitors to explore their new digital hub during the event which runs on October 5th from 12.30pm to 3.30pm. […]
St Eunan’s Class of ’69 reunite in Letterkenny
FORMER students of St Eunan’s College in Letterkenny returned to their old school last weekend to celebrate their 50-year reunion. There was events organised throughout the weekend for the fifth and final year class of 1969. The main events took place on Saturday starting with a meet and greet in the glorious sunshine at […]
Second family seek review of gynae services at LUH
SERIOUS concerns have been raised about gynaecology services at Letterkenny University Hospital after a second family has come forward about their mother’s delayed diagnosis of uterine cancer at the hospital. Edel Peoples, who lives in Convoy, has formally requested the HSE to review her mother’s case after she was diagnosed with stage four cancer 18 […]
Donegal Connect to Wow With Over 50 Events in 10 Days
Our #LoveDonegal Day wowed the world and now Donegal Connect is bringing that Wow factor home with a packed programme of over 50 events. Donegal Connect is part of the Global Irish Festival series and runs from 27th September to 6th October. “Whether you want practical advice on careers or moving home with a family, […]
KFO warns of port blockades and widespread chaos
The Chief Executive of the Killybegs Fishermen’s Organisation has issued a stark warning that failure to achieve an orderly Brexit will precipitate “chaos and conflict at sea” with port blockades across Europe being a very real prospect. Seán O’Donoghue also stated that should Irish and other EU fleets be denied access to UK waters after […]