By Tommy Curran MONSIGNOR Kevin Gillespie received a warm welcome when he returned home to Gaoth Dobhair last Saturday to celebrate his Silver Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Derrybeg. There was a very large turnout for this joyous occasion with family members traveling from as far as the United States, Scotland and other parts […]
Power outage hits ESB customers in Gaoth Dobhair
Up to thirty ESB customers remain without power in the Gaoth Dobhair area this morning following a fault. The ESB say they hope to have power restored by later this morning. At one stage, 90 homes and businesses were without power after a fault was reported just before 8am.
Organisers of Sult Music Festival hoping music fans support event
By Sabrina Sweeney The Chairman of Sult Music Festival, Pearse Doherty, is hoping the music lovers of Gaoth Dobhair and throughout Donegal show their support for this year’s Sultfeile, otherwise it might be the last. The not-for-profit festival takes place in Magheragallon from tomorrow, Friday until Sunday with a range of acts across Friday and […]
Fundraiser launched to help small family business following theft
By Dionne Meehan FUNDRAISING efforts are underway to help a small Donegal business after the caravan they used as storage was stolen last month and set alight. Taking to social media last week to appeal to the public for information surrounding the theft, Selkie Sailing Adventures shared the sad news with their followers. Advertisement “Sad news […]
Monsignor Kevin’s 25th anniversary
Gaoth Dobhair born Monsignor Kevin Gillespie, P.P., of Conwal and Leck and Administrator of the Raphoe Diocese who celebrated the Silver Jubilee of his ordination with a Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Derrybeg on Saturday evening. He is pictured with his brothers, Tom Beag, Pluincéad, Joseph and Éamonn and sister Sorcha.
Happy 100th birthday Annie McCaul
By Tommy Curran Congratulations to Annie McCaul from Meenacuing, Gaoth Dobhair, who celebrated her 100th birthday at the weekend. A big party, attended by family, friends and Fr. Brian Ó Fearraigh was organised in her honour in An Chuirt Hotel, which continued until the wee hours with a sing-song. Advertisement Annie, whose maiden name is […]
Gaoth Dobhair woman graduates from University of Limerick
Bronagh Doherty recently graduated with a diploma in School Leadership from University of Limerick. Bronagh is from Gaoth Dobhair and she is pictured with her husband Sean. University of Limerick has conferred degrees on more than 1,200 students this week as part of its latest graduation ceremonies. The University now boasts more than 125,000 alumni […]
Gaoth Dobhair boutique awarded for outstanding customer service
A small independent boutique has won the Highland Radio customer service award for Outstanding Business in Ladies Retail 2024. Buitic Eilish opened in August 2021 in Bunbeg, Gaoth Dobhair and is going from strength to strength. This quirky boutique promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. It is wheelchair friendly and has a childrens’ sensory corner for […]
Heritage Council funding approved for two separate Gaoth Dobhair projects
News of funding for two Gaoth Dobhair projects by the Heritage Council has been welcomed by the local parish priest, Fr. Brian Ó Fearraigh. The sum of €25,000 has been approved for a Conservation Plan and Feasibility Study for the Old Saint Mary’s Church, at Derrybeg. Meanwhile funding of €6,826 will go towards a Conversation […]
Oona Hyland’s exhibition opens at An Gailearaí
An exhibition by well-known artist Oona Hyland entitled ‘Active Forgetting’ was launched at An Gailearaí in Gaoth Dobhair at the weekend. Oona, who spent many years involved in the art scene in Donegal where she dedicated her practice to printmaking, unveiled a new solo body of work which includes film, sculpture, installation as well as […]