Dungloe man to launch special song in memory of his late son


By Dionne Meehan DUNGLOE singer-songwriter Kevin Bonner is set to release his new song ‘see you everywhere’ on December 8. Putting pen to paper, Kevin composed this special piece as a tribute to his late son Stephen who passed away in 2010. Advertisement Hand picking December 8, which is also his son’s anniversary, Kevin said […]


Dungloe and the Rosses tourism brochure launched


A REVISED edition of the Dungloe and a Rosses tourism brochure was launched in Ionad Teampall Cróine in Dungloe last Wednesday night by Pat the Cope Gallagher. The 50-page bi-lingual full colour brochure gives a great insight into tourism, accommodation, activities, festivals, events, and many other Rosses related services and activities. It follows on from […]


First Dubai entrant wins Mary from Dungloe title


By Eoin McGarvey A Dubai based but Glasgow born primary school teacher who has strong connections with Co. Donegal was selected as the 56th Mary from Dungloe on Sunday night. Adele Morgan, 28, was chosen by the judges from the 14 wonderful entries who represented Irish centres throughout the world and here at home. Advertisement With […]


Elvis still rocking in the hills after all these years


By Róise Collins Next year Elvis Rocking in the Hills of Donegal Fan Club will celebrate ten years since their launch. The fan club’s president, Beatrice Farrelly, told the Donegal News about how it all started with a life changing trip to Memphis, the home of the ‘King of Rock and Roll’. Advertisement Beatrice Farrelly’s […]


Re- Act Productions has been awarded the 2023 Donegal Film Bursary


Donegal Film Office at Donegal County Council is delighted to announce Re- Act Productions is the recipient of the 2023 Donegal Film Bursary funded by Creative Ireland. Aideen Doherty, Donegal Film Office, said they are committed to developing the sector within the county so it is great news that a Donegal Duo are the recipients. […]


Thirty jobs at Dungloe factory


OVER seventy potential employees attended a careers open day at Randox Teoranta last weekend. There are up to 30 positions currently available in the various departments in the Dungloe location. The recruitment drive is a result of the increase in manufacturing at the factory where diagnostic machines are built from scratch before being dispatched across the […]


The 44th Annual Celtic Media Festival comes to Donegal


THE 44th Celtic Media Festival (The International Summit of Sound and Screen) will take place in Dungloe from June 6 to 8, 2023 in the Waterfront Hotel. Speaking about the festival, Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr. Liam Blaney said they are delighted to host the 2023 Celtic Media Festival in Dungloe. “This is a fantastic opportunity to […]


New X-Ray department open in Letterkenny


A new state of the art community x-ray facility is now operational at the Errigal Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Hub. The new facility is located on the Kilmacrennan Road, Letterkenny opposite the entrance to the Emergency Department, Letterkenny University Hospital. The new facility is the fifth community x-ray location operating across Donegal Community Healthcare Network […]


Road closed due to essential road works


DONEGAL County Council wishes to advise that due to essential road works, the Regional Road R259 between Dungloe and Burtonport will be blocked from 8am to 5pm from tomorrow, October 26 to Friday, October 28. The Road will be unblocked from 5pm each evening. The exact location of the road blockage is out past the […]


Two COVID-19 pop up clinics in Dungloe


Two pop up COVID-19 clinics will be held in Dungloe this week offering both primary and booster vaccinations. It is important to continue to embrace the booster campaign to ensure the best protection for you, your family and the wider community in the coming winter months. The clinics will be held on Friday, October 7 […]