DONEGAL Local Development CLG (DLDC) has welcomed four new members to the Board of Directors. DLDC’s Board of Directors is the ultimate decision-making body within the organisation, comprising of representatives from the community and voluntary sector, social partners, statutory agencies and public representatives, devising and implementing solutions to help make communities in Donegal more sustainable […]
Donegal Youth Service celebrate Oíche na hÓige
DONEGAL Youth Service proudly took part in the national celebration of Oíche na hÓige on Friday, November 21. Oíche na hÓige, a new initiative from the Department of Education and Youth, was created to honour the creativity, connection, and confidence that youth work brings to young people and communities nationwide. Across Donegal, ASPIRE Donegal, ASPIRE […]
Ford donates thousands of hygiene items to local organisations
FORD Ireland has donated thousands of hygiene and personal care items to local organisations in Donegal. After transporting the items from Dublin on Saturday, Hygiene Hub Donegal volunteers packed and sorted them, along with additional supplies purchased by the team. They will now be distributed to local organisations such as Danú, We Care Food Bank […]
Breaking: Woman hospitalised after being struck by car in Letterkenny
A WOMAN has been taken to hospital after she was struck by a car in Letterkenny this evening. Gardaí responded to the incident, which occurred in the Oldtown area of the town, shortly before 5pm this evening. A garda spokesperson said: “There was no serious injuries reported. Advertisement “The pedestrian, a woman in her 30s, […]
Showcasing Donegal community support services at Tusla’s informative event
THE Tusla team in Donegal hosted a one-day Marketplace event this morning in the Vestry at St Conal’s, Letterkenny. This event provided an opportunity for Tusla and other professionals to find out more about Tusla funded community and voluntary providers and Family Resource Centres in Donegal. Representatives were able to connect and get a better […]
Thrills and spills at Donegal Skates
by Mia Regan THIS winter sees the welcome return of Donegal Skates after 15 years. Located at Kiltoy Roundabout, the ice skating experience is open to everyone. Advertisement On the opening weekend, ice skate goers were treated to a price of €12.95 for tickets. The full price is now €18, which is incredible value for […]
An Grianan Theatre to close for renovation works
An Grianan Theatre in Letterkenny has announced it is to close for renovation works. The popular venue will shut its doors on Sunday, December 7 until the new year to allow for building renovations and improvements. A spokesperson said: “Our friendly team will still be available during this time via phone and email for any […]
Defendant said Gardaí were ‘crooked b–tards’
A MAN who was being charged while in custody told the arresting Garda that all Gardaí in Letterkenny and Buncrana were “crooked b–tards”. Seamus Cooley, with a current address at Castlerea Prison, appeared at Monday’s sitting of Letterkenny District Court. He is charged with assaulting a Garda at St Jude’s Court, Lifford, on May 23, […]
Dark days for public lighting in rural areas
By Chris Ashmore A CALL for more public lighting in isolated communities has come from Cllr. Denis McGee who believes that along with a lack of footpaths, this is impacting on the safety and wellbeing of people in these areas. However, despite his representations current policy firmly favours public lighting in urban rather than rural […]