THE Annual Letterkenny Busking Festival is taking place on Letterkenny Main Street on Saturday, August 22 with its usual variety of acts. Now in its 11th year this vibrant festival has attracted talented buskers and performers from lots of different genres, creating great entertainment and a fun atmosphere for all to enjoy. The buskers start their […]
Michelle O’Neill in Letterkenny to meet business and education leaders
Sinn Féin First Minister Michelle O’Neill was in Letterkenny today, visiting the business premises of PGIM Ireland where she met representatives of a host of local agencies. During her visit Ms O’Neill reaffirmed her commitment to unlocking the full potential of the north west. The Sinn Féin Vice President met with representatives from Letterkenny Chamber […]
Infrastructure problems threaten to derail growth plans for Letterkenny
THE CEO of Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce has warned poor water infrastructure could derail ambitious growth plans for the area. Toni Forrester made her comments when she addressed a recent Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement, discussing cross-border trade and business. Representatives from Chambers’ of Commerce took part in the […]
Winners announced following hugely enjoyable parade in Letterkenny
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Letterkenny was alive with colour, music, and community spirit this St. Patrick’s Day as people braved the rain and lined the streets for what proved to be a vibrant and memorable parade. Organised by Letterkenny Chamber, this year’s parade brought together a showcase of local businesses, community groups, schools, sports clubs, all celebrating Irish culture, […]
‘It’s been a privilege’ – Confirmation that Clare Clothing is to close in Letterkenny
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Clare McNickle has offered a big thank you to her friends and many customers for their loyal support as she confirms her plans to close Clare Clothing in Letterkenny. News that Clare Clothing is to close after almost 26 years has prompted many messages of goodwill, but it will be seen as yet another major […]
Karoline Sweeney elected President of Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
Karoline Sweeney has been elected president of the Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce for the 2026/27 term. Elected at the Chamber’s AGM this evening, she will succeed outgoing president Jimmy Stafford in the role. Ms Sweeney is General Manager of Castle Grove Country House, a family run hospitality business since 1989. Advertisement She has been a […]
Excitement is building for the Letterkenny St Patrick’s Day Parade
It’s just a few weeks to go to go to the Letterkenny St Patrick’s Day Parade on Tuesday, March 17 and excitement is building. The parade is one of the biggest in the county and this year Letterkenny Chamber is hoping to make this one another full on celebration with a festival atmosphere on the […]
A slow start, but local retailers report busy trade over Christmas
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CHRISTMAS TRADE in Letterkenny saw a slow start to December, but the month ended on a high note, despite the challenges facing both retailers and consumers. Jimmy Stafford, President of the Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, was on the ground this week meeting with local businesses to gather feedback following what is typically the busiest time […]
Sun’s out as shoppers hit the streets on Christmas Eve
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In a week where Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce’s wonderful Shop LK campaign hit the €9m mark, there is a real festive feel around town today as locals and visitors hit the shops to pick up those last minute presents and some late Christmas shopping. In Letterkenny, the shops were busy from early and there were […]
‘Commercial rates hike will burden local businesses’ – Chamber
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LETTERKENNY Chamber of Commerce has written to Donegal County Council voicing concern that the proposed hike in commercial rates would place an additional burden on enterprises that are the backbone of the local economy. CEO of Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, Toni Forrester, sent the correspondence on behalf of members yesterday, on the eve of Donegal County Council’s […]