THE death has taken place of well known Gaoth Dobhair radio broadcaster Seán Diver. Séan Diver of Coshclady, Bunbeg, was a broadcaster on Raidio na Gaeltachta for over 20 years. His remains will repose at his home from 11am today, Thursday and Friday until rosary time at 8pm nightly. Advertisement Funeral arrangements are to be […]
New documentary to celebrate 50 years of Raidió na Gaeltachta
In a brand-new authored documentary, commissioned to mark 50 years of Raidió na Gaeltachta, musician and national treasure Mairéad Ní Mhaoinigh explores the role the station has played in shaping her own career as a musician – and that of many other musicians of her generation and beyond. The journey begins in 1960s Donegal, where […]
Inspired by late friend to resit ‘Leaving’ Irish
A CORK-based solicitor sat his Leaving Certificate higher level Irish papers last Saturday – more than 30 years after he managed just a C grade at lower level. Flor McCarthy from Clonakilty, was inspired to take the most unusual step, which required considerable time and effort, for two reasons. “My brother-in-law and great friend Seamus […]
Popular Donegal hotel to close for maintenance work
Located on the site of a former guest house where Charles Dickens once stayed, property developer, Patrick J Doherty, built the hotel in 2001
Visiting kayakers targetted by vandals
Experienced kayakers, she said, always ensure that when they arrive at a slipway they always ensure they’re not impeding access to the facility
TG4 Director General says it’s time for a new challenge
Gaoth Dobhair man Pól Ó Gallchóir has confirmed that he is to leave his post as Director General with TG4 at the end of September.
McGinley confirms again he will not contest election
DINNTY McGinley TD confirmed today that he will not be standing in the next General Election. He was speaking on Barrscéalta on Raidió na Gaeltachta.
Celebrate All-Ireland final weekend with Glas agus Buí and RnaG
RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta extends an invitation to all Donegal fans heading to Dublin for the All-Ireland football finals to join them for a special programme live from Cassidy’s Pub on Camden Street on Saturday, September 20.
Frankie Kennedy Winter School launched in Belfast
THE Frankie Kennedy Winter School 2012 was officially launched on the Rónán Beo@3 programme on RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta on Thursday, 29 November, live from Queen’s University Belfast.