RAPHOE teenager Christian McCullagh has been remembered as a “true fighter” following his sad passing last week. Christian, the 17-year-old son of Raphoe ABC head coach Gary and Aileen McCullagh, passed away suddenly in Beaumont Hospital in Dublin last Wednesday. He has been remembered by many for his bravery, having undergone numerous surgeries during his short […]
Wet Wet Wet to take to Oakfest stage
DONEGAL is enjoying one of the biggest festivals in the Northwest. Oakfest commenced today and continues tomorrow, Sunday, September 7. The festival is taking place amongst the stunning grounds of Oakfield Park, and it promises to be a weekend full of music, fun and entertainment. Advertisement This festival has something for everyone, with two stages […]
Raphoe says a sad farewell to Conor Porter
SOME people leave an indelible mark on the world as they pass through life. Conor Porter was such a man. When news of his death became known last week, there was a palpable sense of loss and sadness in the Raphoe community and beyond at the loss of a man who had given so much […]
Tenants to receive keys to new energy efficient social homes
COUNCILLORS from the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District have visited the recently completed social housing dwellings, constructed as a second phase of the existing Meadow Hill estate in Raphoe. These energy efficient homes were constructed by John O’Donnell Construction Ltd and consist of a three-bedroom specially adapted bungalow and ten two-bedroom, two storey dwellings. The estate road […]
Regeneration for Raphoe Town Centre in the pipeline
DONEGAL County Council’s Regeneration and Development Team have announced plans to develop and regenerate Raphoe town centre. This revamp will be carried out in conjunction with Paul Doherty Architects and Cala Architects. This development will be heritage-led with aims to incorporate historic buildings and culture into the plans. Advertisement The strategy and action plan will […]
Community prepares to honour Canon Dinny McGettigan
By Danny Martin ON Friday evening, June 20, in St. Eunan’s Church, Raphoe, people from all over the parish, diocese and far beyond will gather for a Mass of Thanksgiving on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee of the Ordination of Canon Denis McGettigan, PE. It marks a great milestone in the life of a […]
Raphoe pupil wins national carbon monoxide safety competition
SIXTH class pupil Fearne Quinn from St Eunan’s National School, Raphoe, has won a nationwide poster competition to raise awareness of carbon monoxide and the dangers that it can pose in our homes. Gas Networks Ireland, in partnership with Junior Achievement Ireland (JAI), called for entries to a carbon monoxide safety poster competition from pupils […]
Raphoe reaps the rewards of Uisce Éireann works
A 1km stretch of old water mains have been replaced in Raphoe guaranteeing the town a much more reliable water supply. Uisce Éireann crews have completed the old mains replacement works at Beltony Road, Raphoe and the new pipework will ensure a reduction in disruption of the water supply from bursts. The work will also […]
Doherty urges Tánaiste to secure funding for rebuild of Raphoe Community Playgroup
THE Tánaiste has been called on to step in and help secure funding to rebuild Raphoe Community Playgroup. The playgroup, a community-based childcare service, was forced to vacate its building last year after it was condemned due to the presence of defective concrete blocks. They are currently operating from a building deemed unfit for purpose. […]