Gardaí are investigating two incidents of criminal damage that occurred in the Lifford area at the weekend. A driver was travelling at The Haw, Lifford on the N15, going towards Lifford from the Castlefin direction, at approximately 9.15pm on Saturday, June 21 when an oncoming car, a brown coloured Lexus showed down and a male […]
Lifford launch of new book published in three languages
DONEGAL County Library Service are delighted to announce the publication of a new book inspired by the Strabane writer Flann O’Brien by students in schools in Donegal and Tyrone that features writing in Irish, English and Ulster Scots. The book, ‘Abhainn Burn River’, was developed in writing workshops by children from Castletown NS, Lifford NS, […]
Veronica’s ‘Donegal Sands’ brings coastline to canvas
By Connie Duffy THERE’S something truly special stirring in the heart of Donegal’s art scene this summer. Celebrated local artist Veronica Maguire returns with her sixth solo exhibition, Donegal Sands, a dazzling homage to the county’s most captivating beaches – each painting as vibrant, textured, and alive as the coastline itself. Advertisement Running between Friday, […]
Lifford officially twinned with Simancas thanks to Red Hugh connection
By Paul McElwee THE chairman of the Red Hugh O’Donnell Association has hailed news that the Irish chieftain’s birthplace of Lifford has now officially been twinned with the Spanish town of Simancas where he is laid to rest. Eddie Crawford was speaking after the Mayor of Simancas recently officially signed documents to rubber-stamp the agreement. […]
Gardaí ‘Go Purple’ to support domestic violence services
Today is #GoPurpleDay! Go Purple Day aims to support survivors, raise awareness and create a culture of zero tolerance for all forms of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. Gardaí across the Division will be wearing a purple ribbon on their uniform today in support of local domestic violence services and in support of victims of […]
Woman who died in weekend collision was on way to her birthday party
By Diarmaid Doherty THE Donegal woman who died in a fatal road collision near Omagh on Saturday had been on her way to Dublin to celebrate her birthday with her daughter. Bernadette (Bernie) Cranley from Lifford would have turned 83 on Tuesday. Advertisement She lost her life in a two-vehicle collision on Saturday on the […]
Funeral arrangements confirmed for Lifford woman who died in Tyrone collision
THE funeral arrangements have been confirmed for the Donegal woman who died following a fatal road collision near Omagh over the weekend. 82-year-old Bernadette Cranley (pictured) from Lifford lost her life in a two-vehicle collision on Saturday. Her funeral Mass will take place at St Patrick`s Church, Murlog, Lifford on Thursday afternoon. Advertisement Police confirmed […]
Lifford businessman remembered for his ‘heart of gold’ after tragic passing
By Dionne Meehan A LIFFORD businessman who tragically lost his life in a workplace accident is being remembered for his “heart of gold”. Stephen Martin, of Carricknaslate, passed away at Beaumont Hospital in Dublin on Wednesday, May 14, due to injuries sustained in the incident. Advertisement A familiar face around Lifford, he was the owner […]
Funeral today of Lifford businessman who passed away following workplace accident
THE funeral of a Lifford businessman who passed away as a result of a work place accident will take place today. Stephen Martin, of Carricknaslate, passed away in Beaumont Hospital, Dublin on Wednesday, May 14. He was the owner of Martin Tyres, which is located on Bridge Street Lifford. Advertisement A Service will take place […]
Lifford attack victim cheers GAA team on
A YOUNG Lifford man left fighting for his life following a brutal attack in his home in January has made an appearance on pitch sidelines to cheer his local GAA team on. Charles Dooher (26) was beaten by five masked men with bats, leaving him with catastrophic injuries. He was rushed to the Royal Victoria […]