Forty years ago this week there were jubilant scenes in Gaoth Dobhair for the return of sisters Ann and Eileen Gillespie who had just been released from a British prison having served almost ten years of a 15 year sentence. Ann, a former model, and her sister were arrested in Holyhead in April 1974 and were […]
Meet Donegal’s global stadium and arena designer
A DONEGAL man is leading the development of the UK’s biggest entertainment arena. Construction of Manchester’s Co-op Live, the 23,500-capacity arena, started last week and OVG, the developer, is investing over £350m to create one of the most sustainable live entertainment arenas in Europe. Declan Sharkey (36), from Falcarragh, is a Senior Principal at Populous, […]
Donegal twins success on International Basketball stage
The Donegal men would like to thank both Manchester University Sport and the Manchester Magic Basketball Club for their support.
Body of man found dead in England due home next week
He is the son of Austin and Andrina (nee Bonner) of Dromore, Killygordon.
Donegal interest in rugby U20 World Cup
THERE will be Donegal interest in the World Rugby U20 Championship which gets underway on Tuesday next in Manchester.