The Nature Hero Awards have honoured five schools across Donegal for their fantastic efforts in biodiversity and environmental education. These schools are: Carndonagh C.S., St. Peters N.S. Mountcharles, Scoil Aodh Rua agus Nuala, Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada, St. Davaddog’s N.S.. The Nature Hero Awards are coordinated by Biodiversity in Schools and sponsored by Donegal’s own, Glenveagh. […]
Pedestrian sustains serious injuries in overnight collision
By Dionne Meehan A PEDESTRIAN has sustained serious injuries following an overnight collision in Mountcharles. Gardaí are currently at the scene of the collision which occurred at approximately 4.30am this morning, Tuesday, October 29. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “A male pedestrian has been taken to Letterkenny University Hospital with serious injuries. “The Main Street […]
Donegal family fly to Dallas to see the total solar eclipse
By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL family who travelled to Dallas, Texas to see Monday’s solar eclipse has described the experience as “absolutely unbelievable”. Born and raised in the village of Mountcharles, the Byrne family, who are best known for their family band ‘The Byrne Brothers’, relocated to Florida six years ago. Advertisement Now performing at festivals all […]
Jimmy Brogan to contest local elections as independent candidate
Jimmy Brogan, administrative assistant for Deputy Thomas Pringle, has announced that he will contest the local elections in the Donegal Municipal District as an independent candidate. “As a Donegal man who has worked with Deputy Thomas Pringle for the past 12 years, I have seen first-hand the issues that affect the people of South Donegal […]
Hat-trick of major Uisce Éireann projects for Donegal
2024 has got off to a promising start for three Donegal communities with Uisce Éireann crews arriving on site to deliver major wastewater upgrades. Investment in Carrigart, Kilmacrennan and Mountcharles, totalling almost €30m, will bring improvements in water quality and enable growth in all three villages. All three projects will also benefit the local environment, […]
Clerical changes announced for Raphoe Diocese
BISHOP of Raphoe Alan McGuckian has announced a reshuffle of clerical positions in the Raphoe Diocese. In a statement released today, the Bishop’s Office revealed a number of changes including the retirement of Very Rev Cathal Ó Fearrai, Kilbarron, Balyshannon with Kilmacrennan’s Fr Paddy Dunne to replace him, effective from June 24. Very Rev Michael […]
Way cleared for massive development near Donegal Town
The developers have also incorporated plans for a single storey leisure facility, consisting of a swimming pool with associated changing facilities..
171 Showtime at Kellys Toyota
Its November 2016 & the time of year when all thoughts in the motor industry turn to 2017 and at Kellys Toyota it’s no different with their annual Showtime event commencing on Wednesday 2nd November and running through to Saturday 5th. They have a great selection of passenger and commercial vehicles on display and it […]
Toyota continuously top in Donegal
There is no mistaking that Toyota are consistently the Top selling marque in Donegal and 2016 is no different. To the end of July they occupy the No 1 position with a 15.35% share of the market and 490 units registered. This is 85 units ahead of Hyundai who are at 405 units and Kia […]
Kelly’s clean up at Toyota Ireland awards
KELLY’S Sales & Service in Letterkenny has won the Overall Dealer of the Year and Best Overall Aftersales Performer for 2015 at the Toyota awards.