A FUNDRAISING Fashion Show was held in Penneys Sligo this week in support of their former colleague, Olivia Robb, who was recently diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. Best known for working as a member of staff in Penneys Letterkenny for many years, Olivia started her career in the Sligo store 30 years ago. This is […]
Irish country music’s biggest stars to celebrate Hot Country TV awards
THE Hot Country TV Awards Concert will take place in the Mount Errigal Hotel in Letterkenny next Tuesday, March 26. The 12th annual Hot Country TV Awards, held in association with Galway Irish Crystal, will once again offer fans the chance to witness a galaxy of talent take to the stage in one night. It’s […]
Campaign launched for neurologist consultants at LUH
by Louise Doyle LOCAL patients with a neurological condition have added their voice to a national campaign seeking to appoint neurology consultants in Letterkenny. Currently patients from Letterkenny have to endure a 224km round trip to Sligo University Hospital for neurology appointments. Advertisement But a campaign launched by The Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) hopes to bring […]
PICTURE SPECIAL: Well-known faces model for World Down Syndrome Day
TO CELEBRATE World Down Syndrome Day Evolve Clothing in Letterkenny invited some well-known faces to model their Spring collection. Taking time to express their gratitude, Evolve Clothing thanked Paul Gallen, Shaun Bradley, Cian Baird, Ryan Higgins and Christopher Grant for taking the time showcase a selection of their Spring collection which is now available in […]
Belfast trio Kneecap to perform in Letterkenny this summer
LETTERKENNY Summer Sessions have announced that Belfast trio Kneecap are set to play in town this summer. Taking to social media this morning to make the announcement, the post stirred much excitement among locals. “Kneecap are coming to Leitir Ceannain, Dhún na nGall on August 15. Advertisement “Many special guest to be announced,” the post […]
Relief as missing Letterkenny teen found “safe and well”
Patrick Potter, who was reported missing in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal on March 14 has been located safe and well. An Garda Síochána expressed their gratitude to the media and the public for their assistance.
Footpath needed for Kerrykeel roads, says councillor
CLLR Liam Blaney has called for the construction of footpaths and public lighting on the Ranny Road and Glenvar Road, Kerrykeel. The councillor told last Tuesday’s meeting of the Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District that there was no footpath on the Glenvar Road up from the school meaning pedestrains had to cross the road. He said he […]
Muireann Bradley to play three concerts as part of the Earagail Arts Festival
Donegal teenage music sensation Muireann Bradley is to appear in three concerts in her home county this summer. The Ballybofey musician has confirmed three dates in July as part of the Earagail Arts Festival. The finger-picking guitarist and singer rose to fame following her show-stopping appearance on Jools Holland’s Annual Hootenanny on New Year’s Eve. […]
Three people taken to hospital after Letterkenny crash
TWO drivers and one passenger had to be taken to hospital following a three-vehicle collision in Letterkenny.
Funeral takes place in Letterkenny of Ciarán Mc Art
By Dionne Meehan THE funeral of a pedestrian who died in a collision on the Ramelton Road outside Letterkenny took place yesterday. Letterkenny man Ciarán Mc Art was pronounced dead at the scene after a road collision involving a lorry at Magherennan in the early hours of Friday morning. Advertisement He was the much loved son […]