At a recent presentation function held in Ionad Naomh Pádraig, Dore, the Gaoth Dobhair based Crónalaght Windfarm presented cheques to local voluntary groups, schools and sports clubs. Cheque presentations of €1,500 were made to the following schools: Scoil Chonaill, Bunbeg, Scoil Phádraig, Dore, Scoil Naomh Dúigh, Annagry, Scoil Naomh Oilibheár Pluincéad, Ranafast, Scoil Eoin Pól, […]
Lord George Hill and Gaoth Dobhair – a fascinating story
Lord George Hill (1801-1879), who had a vast estate in Gaoth Dobhair, is one of the most intriguing and controversial figures in the history of Irish landlordism. Kevin Kinsella reckons that Cathal Porteir’s Irish language book, An Tiarna George Hill agus Pobal Ghaoth Dobhair, makes an excellent Christmas read. BROADCASTER and writer Cathal Póirtéir’s sweeping […]
Ukrainians ordered to leave accommodation
By Evelyn Cullen WITH just a couple of weeks to go until Christmas, more than 80 Ukrainians, who have been residing in Gaoth Dobhair for two-and-a-half-years, have been told they must leave their accommodation on or before Wednesday. The families received the communication from the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY). Advertisement […]
Operation Nexus to roll into Gaoth Dobhair
AN Garda Síochána and Foroige are hosting an exciting initiative on Saturday in Gaoth Dobhair from 12 to 2pm. Operation Nexus is a unique approach to promoting road safety amongst the youth. The key highlight will be the presence of the Garda Nexus Car, a Golf, specially designed and modified vehicle used by An Garda Síochána […]
Death occurs of Gaoth Dobhair nun who spent much of her life in the Far East
MOVING tributes have been paid to Gaoth Dobhair nun, Sr Brid Gallagher following her recent passing in the Lake House Nursing Home in Portnablagh. Sr Brid (Sr. Joseph de St. Brendan), a much loved and inspiring member of the Little Sisters of the Poor, and seen by all as a beacon of light and hope to […]
Tory Island photo exhibition heads to the mainland
A fascinating exhibition which documents life on Tory Island is moving to Gaoth Dobhair this week. ‘Looking Back, Tory Island’ by Eric Luke has been displayed the island’s Community Centre since July. However from November 2nd its new home will be An Gailearaí in Gaoth Dobhair. The exhibition will open on November 2nd at 8pm […]
Searches for missing Ramelton man to recommence this afternoon
SEARCHES will recommence for missing Ramelton man Paul Buchanan later this afternoon. Mr Buchanan (50s), who operates an accounting practice in Letterkenny, failed to return after he set off from Machaire Gathlán pier in Gaoth Dobhair at around 5pm on Thursday evening, October 3. A massive sea search has been ongoing since the alarm was […]
Prayers for Paul as search continues
By Dionne Meehan PARISHIONERS gathered in St Mary’s Church, Ramelton on Saturday to pray for missing local man Paul Buchanan. The Mass was arranged after a kayak was found north of Tory Island on Friday evening. Advertisement Mr Buchanan (50s), who operates an accounting practice in Letterkenny, failed to return after he set off from […]
International writers seek inspiration in Gaoth Dobhair
FROM New Delhi to New York, Paris to Zagreb – writers from far flung places gathered at Teac Jack in Gaoth Dobhair this week for a special international retreat. One of several such events organised by award-winning Ireland Writing Retreat each year, the week comprised workshops on subjects as varied as story arc, character development, […]
A new Sensory Room opens in Ionad Naomh Pádraig in Gaoth Dobhair
By Tommy Curran A NEW sensory room which is equipped with interactive and integrated lighting, visual and sound effects was officially opened upstairs in Ionad Naomh Pádraig, Gaoth Dobhair last Thursday. The room was officially opened by Ann Marie Crosse, Sláintecare, Healthy Communities Co-Ordinator. Advertisement The blessing of the new room was performed by Fr. Brian […]