Work to get underway to replace 400m of old water mains in Letterkenny


MAJOR works will be carried out in the Glencar area of Letterkenny to reduce the number of water bursts in the town. Uisce Éireann say crews will be arriving in Letterkenny in the coming weeks to deliver important improvements. Close to 400m of old water mains will be replaced at The Grange, Letterkenny by autumn […]

Fundraising antique fair being organised in Letterkenny


AN antique fair is being organised to raise funds for Letterkenny Community Centre. The fundraising fair will be held at the centre on Sunday, August 10, from 11am to 5pm. A spokesperson for the organisers said it would be great day out. Advertisement “Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a vintage enthusiast, or simply love browsing […]

Letterkenny Youth and Community Club offer a heartfelt thank you


THE Chairman of the Letterkenny Youth and Community Club has offered a heartfelt thank you to all who played their part in the group’s successful application for grant funding from the Donegal Local Development Community Fund. Paddy Delap said the club was delighted to secure funding of €149,917 which will enable them to upgrade their […]

Submissions invited for Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival event


THE Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival has announced that its 2025 non-fiction competition is now open for submissions. A huge response is expected this year as the competition has become increasingly popular in recent years. Spokesperson for the Cathedral Quarter group, Donnan Harvey, said the Literary Festival is now really taking off from what were […]

Plans lodged for 20 apartments in Oldtown


by Louise Doyle PLANS have been lodged for the construction of 20 apartments in Oldtown, Letterkenny. Applicant R.I Scott Construction Limited is seeking planning permission from Donegal County Council for the proposed development. Advertisement The proposed plans comprise construction of a three-storey apartment block (A) containing six apartments, and a four-storey apartment block (B) containing 14 […]

A visual tribute to Donegal: Mirren McFeely’s heartfelt graphic-designed fashion


YOU’VE heard of the Harry Gordon ‘Dylan’ dress? Well, move over, Bob, there’s a new kid in town! Graphic Designer and Illustrator Mirren McFeely, hailing from Letterkenny, has captivated audiences with her final year residency collection. ‘Greetings from Donegal’ was showcased at the Ulster University School of Art, Belfast, recently. A celebration of personal heritage, creativity, and […]

Kind natured Kathleen McCafferty is laid to rest


LETTERKENNY woman Kathleen McCafferty was remembered for her kind nature during her requiem Mass yesterday. Kathleen, of Oldtown, Letterkenny, passed away peacefully at the Donegal Hospice earlier this week. Requiem Mass took place in St Eunan’s Cathedral yesterday, Wednesday, June 18, where large crowds gathered to say their final goodbyes. Kathleen was born to parents Peter […]

Man assaulted by three others in broad daylight


AN investigation is underway following an alleged daytime assault in Letterkenny after three males got out of a car and assaulted another man. The alleged assault occurred in the Long Lane area on Wednesday, June 11 at 3.10pm. Gardaí have said that a man was at that location when a car pulled in alongside him. Three […]

Ice-rink plans for Letterkenny welcomed by local councillors


PROPOSALS to set up a temporary ice-skating rink in Letterkenny later this year have been given a warm reception by local councillors. Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council has been approached in relation to the proposed setting up of an ice-rink. It is understood that the site in question will be on council lands adjacent to the […]