by Paddy Walsh OVER 3,800 miles away from a country that is facing “one of the world’s most devastating humanitarian crises”, with thousands of lives lost and millions of its population displaced, a group gathered in Letterkenny on Saturday afternoon in support of Sudan – the nation forgotten and ignored by the international community and media. […]
Sanctuary runner trio to take silver medal in Donegal Relay Race
A SANCTUARY Runner trio from Letterkenny capped off their maiden-relay race with a second-place finish in the Donegal Half Marathon last weekend. Chibuzor Victor Ogoegbunam, Menad Yahiaoui and Opeyemi Hopsy Adeyemi ran seven-kilometres each over the 21km distance finishing in the silver medal position (in a time of 1:30.50) in a competition which saw 55 relay […]
Sadness at the passing of Ollie Horgan
There is profound sadness in Donegal sporting circles today following the passing of Ollie Horgan, aged 57. The Salthill native made a massive imprint into the local football scene when he came to Donegal to teach at St Eunan’s College. He quickly linked up with Fanad United and became a key player before stepping into […]
St Eunan’s Cathedral closes for five weeks for painting works
By Dionne Meehan St. Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny has closed its doors for five weeks to allow for major refurbishment works. A major painting project is currently taking place at the cathedral and while the work is being carried out, some Masses and ceremonies will be held in the Church of the Irish Martyrs. Advertisement […]
New Little Angels School to open next week
THE new Little Angels School in Letterkenny will open next week. The school was due to open on Monday, however, it was confirmed yesterday that the school will open on Thursday, September 4. The new school has been built on land between the Donegal Hospice and the Business Park Road, close to the former school […]
Pic Special: New first years and 6th year class at St. Eunan’s College
With most schools returning this week, it’s a special time for parents and children starting in primary school and also those making the step up into secondary school. Photographer Clive Wasson has been capturing the first year classes at St. Eunan’s College, and also the new Leaving Certificate 6th year classes.
Letterkenny designs donned by music star, CMAT
DONEGAL designers Mirren and Brodie McFeely have had their designs showcased by music star, CMAT, recently on social media. Hailing from Letterkenny, Mirren and her twin sister, Brodie, co-founded their design brand, Cúpla Designs and have had their work featured in Image.ie online. Their collection, ‘Greetings from Donegal’ was showcased at the Ulster University School […]
Angry reaction to incidents of public order in Letterkenny
THERE has been strong reaction locally after CCTV footage was shared on social media highlighting an incident of public order in Letterkenny last week. Three men can be seen emerging from a car and attacking another vehicle parked in the Lower Main Street area. The driver of the second car manages to get away from […]
Cash stolen from car parked at medical practice
Gardaí are reminding people not to leave any valuables in their vehicles when unattended following the theft of cash from a car parked at a medical centre in Letterkenny. The theft occurred at a car park on the Pearse Road area sometime between Tuesday, August 19 at 3pm and midday the following day. Gardaí have […]
ATU launches BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy course
THERE is good news for students considering their options for third level education in the north west with confirmation that Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is launching a new Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Physiotherapy programme. The programme will commence this September 2025 at ATU’s Letterkenny campus. ATU’s BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy programme (CAO Code: AU374) […]