TWO young volunteer crew members from the Arranmore RNLI are being recognised for their part in the dangerous rescue of a kayaker. JJ O’Donnell and Evan O’Donnell were both involved in the search for kayaker Malachy Doyle who was eventually rescued from a cave in treacherous conditions. The incident happened in September 2023 when as […]
Kayaker rescued from Owey Island thanks those who came to his aid
THE kayaker who was rescued in a major weekend air and sea operation after becoming trapped in a cave on Owey Island, has said he owes his life to those who heroically came to his aid. Malachy Doyle has told of his frightening experience, describing it as a “living nightmare”. Following a distressed contact by […]