DONEGAL will host the first visit of new President, Catherine Connolly, next week. President Connolly will spend two days in the county, visiting Killybegs, Lifford, Ardara and Letterkenny with events taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday. Donegal County Council will welcome the President to the council chambers in Lifford on Tuesday morning with an event […]
In pictures: Cór Ailigh, Letterkenny celebrated at Mayor’s reception
THE council chamber in Letterkenny was blessed with the beautiful singing of Cór Ailigh at a special Mayor’s reception on Thursday evening. The members of the Letterkenny / Milford Municipal District were delighted to confer a Mayor’s Reception in honour of Cór Ailigh held at the Public Services Centre, Letterkenny last evening. The award is […]
EuroGiant is ‘no longer trading’ in Courtyard Shopping Centre
EUROGIANT in Letterkenny has closed its doors at the Courtyard Shopping Centre. The popular store had been trading for more than 20 years. Shoppers to the Courtyard in recent days will have noticed the doors of the store closed, with staff inside taking stock off shelves and packing things away. A notice on the door states: ‘No longer […]
Fuel Allowance extended to Working Family Payment recipients in Donegal
MORE people in Donegal will be eligible for the Fuel Allowance from next week, according to Letterkenny councillor Jimmy Kavanagh. The Fuel Allowance is a weekly payment of €38 to help households with heating costs between September and April each year. From next Thursday, the payment will be extended to those in receipt of Working Family […]
Spectacular production of Come from Away set to land in Letterkenny
AUDIENCES in Donegal are set for a treat next week when the Tony winning musical ‘Come from Away’ is brought to life in An Grianan Theatre by Letterkenny Musical Society – and there is plenty of outstanding talent on stage for a spectacular show that is smarter, funnier and far more moving than audiences ever […]
Letterkenny and District Pipe Band perform at Peace Proms in SSE Arena
MEMBERS of the Letterkenny and District Pipe Band proudly performed at this year’s Peace Proms concert at the SSE Arena Belfast on Sunday. The Peace Proms Concert, organised by Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland, is more than just a performance, it’s a movement that promotes peace, unity and friendship through music. Established as a cross-community initiative, […]
Martin Gallagher receives the keys to his new home
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ALMOST one year after a collision that claimed the life of his brother, and left himself with life-changing injuries, Martin Gallagher is preparing to leave hospital for a house of his own. On St Patrick’s Day, Martin will mark the first anniversary of his brother Anthony’s tragic passing. The two brothers were on their way […]
Multiple sclerosis community event in Donegal: Meet experts and learn vital strategies
PEOPLE living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and their families are invited to a free information event in Letterkenny, featuring expert speakers addressing both the medical and wellbeing aspects of living with MS. The event, organised by MS Ireland, will take place at the Clanree Hotel on Saturday, March 28, and will bring together experienced professionals to share […]
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 […]
Donegal-based TCS named as a top employer in Ireland
TATA Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting and business solutions, has been named a Top Employer in Ireland for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. The company employs over 1,100 people in Ireland and operates a Global Delivery Centre in Letterkenny. The Top Employers Institute is a global authority on recognising […]