THE death has occurred of Sinead Fisher, 31 Coylin Court, Ramelton. Sinead passed away peacefully at the Donegal Hospice surrounded by her loving family and friends on Tuesday, August 13. The Ramelton woman was well-known in her local community and also in Letterkenny. She enjoyed a highly successful career at Letterkenny University Hospital where she […]
Sadness at death of Marian McLaughlin
THE death has occurred of Marian McLaughlin (née Black), 4 Elm Court, Ramelton. Ms McLaughlin passed away peacefully at the Donegal Hospice surrounded by her loving family after a long illness borne with dignity and courage on Tuesday, August 6. A warm and friendly person, Marian was very well known and extremely popular in her […]
Brewing up something special
THE managing director of McDaid’s Football Special has spoken of how a Buisness Expansion Grant has boosted his family buisness and has helped provide a greater focus on marketing and new sales opportunities. Since the 1940s, McDaid’s has been developing soft drinks to go with any occasion. The Ramelton brand’s iconic soft drink Football Special […]
Gardaí appeal for witnesses following criminal damage incidents in Ramelton
GARDAÍ are appealing for witnesses following two recent incidents of criminal damage in Ramelton. The incidents occurred at The Mall, Ramelton between Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16. A garda spokesperson said: “Between 7.30pm on Monday the 15th of July and 9.30am on Tuesday the 16th of July, a downstairs sitting room window of […]
PICTURE SPECIAL: Donegal volunteers celebrated at awards event
THE annual Donegal Volunteer Awards were presented at a ceremony in Letterkenny recently to recognise those individuals and groups who serve their communities. Winners were presented with specially commissioned certificates and art pieces by Ramelton based designer, Laura Buchanan. Six of the community groups were given €350 Shop LK vouchers for their groups. The 2024 […]
Excitement as 53rd Lennon Festival gets underway today
The festival will be officially opened by Person of the Year Moya Brennan.
Lennon Festival returns next week
The highly anticipated Lennon Festival returns on Thursday, July 4, for its 53rd year bringing with it major events, acts and unbelievable atmosphere.
Loved-up Ramelton couple celebrate 70 years of marriage
By Dionne Meehan A LOVED-UP Ramelton couple celebrated their platinum wedding anniversary last week. Former Donegal County Councillor Ian McGarvey (93) and his wife Marjorie (91) celebrated 70 years of marriage with a special get together in the Silver Tassie Hotel last Saturday. Advertisement Ian first laid eyes on Marjorie at a dance in the […]
Cousins raise over 3,500 euro for Youth Suicide Prevention Ireland
By Dionne Meehan TWO cousins from Ramelton have raised over €3,500 for Youth Suicide Prevention Ireland after they organised a fundraising Night at the Races in Lennon Lodge last Saturday. Ciara and Chantelle Murray, who both work closely with children, see the prevalence of mental health on a daily basis. Advertisement Striving to eliminate the […]