The stars of Irish Country Music laid on a wonderful night of entertainment at the annual Hot Country TV Awards Concert in Letterkenny’s Mount Errigal Hotel on Tuesday night. A crowd of over 800 people enjoyed an evening of glitz, glamour, music and celebration. The 12th annual Hot Country TV Awards, held in association with […]
Greenway concerns about hospital access
BY KATE HEANEY COUNCILLORS on Monday agreed to defer a decision on approving the new active travel pedestrian and cycle path from the Hospital Roundabout to Knocknamona after it emerged emergency services were concerned about how it might affect their access. The full council meeting shared concerns that current consultation methods with affected parties were not […]
Letterkenny families are not facing ‘immediate eviction’
by Louise Doyle RESIDENTS of a Letterkenny housing estate who were issued with letters of eviction, some due to take effect in two weeks, will not be evicted from their homes “in the immediate future”. In November, families of Letterkenny , Ballymacool, were told they had until April 12 to vacate their homes as their houses […]
Tributes to former judge
WARM tributes have been paid to a former Donegal Circuit Court Judge, whose funeral was held yesterday. Judge John O’Hagan was appointed a Judge of the Circuit Court in 1998, and in 2006 he was appointed as the Circuit Judge for the Northern Circuit, covering counties Donegal, Leitrim, Cavan and Monaghan. He served as a Judge for 10 […]
Pupils display their talents at Scór na mBunscoileanna Leitir Ceanainn
Scór na mBunscoileanna was hosted by Scoil Mhuire gan Smal National School in Letterkenny on Thursday. There was some wonderful talent on show throughout the day and the following are the results: Ceol Uirlisí/Instrunental music competition Advertisement 1st Place: Gaelscoil Adhamhnáin 2nd Place: Lurgybrack NS RINCE AONAIR/SOLO DANCING COMPETITION 1st Place: Jack Mac Muirneacháin, Gaelscoil Adhamhnáin. […]
In-lamb ewes feared stolen are found safe
SEVEN in-lamb ewes reported stolen last week have been located safe. Last week, gardaí in Letterkenny issued an appeal in relation to the suspected theft of seven in lamb ewes from the Downings area between March 9 and the following day. Gardaí have confirmed that the in lamb ewes have been located and were in fact […]
Fundraising ‘Gig for Gaza’ to take place in Letterkenny
By Dionne Meehan A FUNDRAISING ‘Gig for Gaza’ will take place tomorrow night in An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny. Organised by Fadl Mustapha, a Palestinian who has been living in Letterkenny for the past 19 years, the event aims to raise awareness while raising funds for the people of Gaza. Advertisement Speaking to the Donegal News, […]
Letterkenny woman selected to represent Donegal in Mary from Dungloe Festival
LETTERKENNY woman Clare O’Donnell has been crowned the 2024 Donegal Mary for the 57th Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival. Clare is the daughter of Iris and Gerard O’Donnell. Clare was selected last night at an exciting event held in the Clanree Hotel in Letterkenny. Advertisement The selection process was judged by David James, Country […]
Tara’s Donegal story epitomises perfect work-life balance
BY JEROME HUGHES THE ongoing expansion of fiber-powered broadband in Donegal will play a vital role in attracting entrepreneurs to the county, offering the promise of a better work-life balance, according to analysts. Campaigners say addressing crucial needs like affordable housing, improved healthcare services, better childcare facilities, and a more sophisticated transportation network would further enhance […]
Sinn Féin party leader in Donegal today
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald pictured in Letterkenny this afternoon with candidates for the forthcoming local elections, Sandra Haughey, Marie Doherty and Ulick Hughes along with Pádraig Mac Lochlainn T.D. Ms. McDonald told Highland Radio news that she will be out and about with the local election candidates. “I’m very happy to be back […]