By Dionne Meehan LETTERKENNY woman Kelley Higgins made her TV debut tonight as she appeared as one of the contestants on Traitors Ireland. Hitting our screens at 9.30pm, the highly anticipated show sees Siobhán McSweeney at the helm, guiding a thrilling game of lies, loyalty, and betrayal from the iconic Slane Castle. Advertisement In total, […]
1st Letterkenny Scout Group invites new members to join
Are you interested in scouting? Then you’re invited to get along on Friday, September 5 at 7pm to Alcorns, Letterkenny. Did you know that the 1st Letterkenny Scout Group is one of the oldest scout groups in the world – founded in 1908. Advertisement After the AGM next Friday, registration will open for the 2025/2026 […]
A vigil for Sudan held in Letterkenny
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 […]