LAST weekend Gaoth Dobhair welcomed many massive international musicians for another successful Sult Music Festival. But the real stars of the show never took to the stage or stood in the spotlight. Instead the over 80 volunteers worked tirelessly together behind the scenes to make sure the show went on. Advertisement After a fantastic opening on […]
The Third Degree: Kerry artist’s special connection to Gaoth Dobhair
IN this week’s edition of The Third Degree artist Niall Naessens chats about his recent exhibition in Gaoth Dobhair, his family connection to the county and what inspires him in his work. Hi Niall, many thanks for agreeing to do this interview. Could you tell us a little about yourself, please? I am from Dublin […]
Man dies following workplace accident
A MAN has died following a workplace accident in Cnoc Fola earlier today. Gardaí evacuated the area after an ‘apparent explosion’ and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal were called in. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has launched an investigation into the incident. A HSA spokesperson said: “The HSA are aware of this […]
Emergency services at scene of major incident in Gweedore
Gardaí are currently at the scene of an ‘apparent explosion’ at a location on the outskirts of Bunbeg. An Garda Síochána has evacuated the surrounding area and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal has been requested. The road is currently closed and local diversions are in place. Advertisement The Health and Safety Authority have […]
Donegal Libraries celebrating World Down Syndrome Day
Donegal Libraries are proudly celebrating World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st with a special ‘See Me’ window display in Twin Towns Library featuring Finn Valley native, Aoibhe McConnell. Aoibhe can be seen in the photos using the See & Learn and Numicon resources that are available for free throughout all Donegal libraries. The window […]
Boil Water Notice remains for the Rosses and Gweedore
Irish Water reminds customers on the Rosses Regional Public Water Supply that the Boil Water Notice remains in place. The areas affected by the Boil Water Notice include Crolly, Loughanure, Annagry, Kinncasslagh, Burtonport, Dungloe, Gweedore, Gola Island, Inishfree Island and all areas and group water schemes supplied by Crolly Water Treatment Plant. The notice was […]
Visitors books provide a fascinating insight into hotel
In 1838, politician and landowner Lord George Hill purchased a large estate in Gweedore – up to 23,000 acres – and built and opened the Gweedore Hotel shortly afterwards. A mere 184 years later, Donegal County Archivist, Niamh Brennan is constructing its story through images and words – and quoting from two still existing visitors […]
Survival of Gaeltacht under threat due to housing shortage
A public meeting has heard how housing is one of the biggest threats to the survival of the Irish language and that the rise in holiday homes in Gaeltacht areas is creating difficulties for native speakers when it comes to finding somewhere to live. A meeting was held recently in Annagry to discuss housing related issues […]
A day to remember for Honorary Garda Rory
Member of the Little Blue Heroes and Honorary Garda, Rory McDevitt from Gweedore was stationed far from home when he travelled to Dublin recently to attend the flagship commemoration event for the centenary year of An Garda Síochána. On special invitation from Garda Commissioner Drew Harris, Rory was invited to attend the event to represent the […]
A Belgian in Donegal: Gaetan Frys retires from SIOEN
SIOEN Ireland, or Garméidí Teo as it is better known locally, based in the heart of the Gaoth Dobhair Industrial Estate, will bid a fond farewell to one of its longest serving employees who will retire after 38 years working with the business. Gaetan Frys steps down as general manager on Monday, his 67th birthday. […]