LETTERKENNY man Tom Giblin is bringing Christmas to life as he prepares to open his live animal nativity stable this week. Ahead of the fundraiser launching on Friday, December 5, at 6 pm in Lisnennan, gardaí have issued advice, noting that the popular charity event attracts large crowds each year. “We ask motorists to be aware […]
Letterkenny gardaí raise funds through successful Movember challenge
A NUMBER of garda members from the Letterkenny Garda Station raised an outstanding €2,237 by participating in Movember last month. The challenge saw the group raise awareness, and funds, for men’s health including prostate and testicular cancer, and mental health. The local garda members took part in the challenge as part of the Frontline Mo-Bros […]
PICTURE SPECIAL: Headmasters Salon reopens its doors on Oliver Plunkett Road
A well-loved name has returned to Oliver Plunkett Road in Letterkenny, as Headmasters Salon welcomes customers old and new following its official reopening on Sunday afternoon. The salon, long regarded as a staple of the local community, is beginning an exciting new chapter under a dedicated team who say they are honoured to continue the […]
DLDC welcomes new members to Board of Directors
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 […]