A MAN with several health conditions has shared his frustration over ongoing mould issues in his one-bedroom home at St Eunan’s Terrace, Raphoe. Mark Smith, a council tenant, is particularly concerned due to his health problems which include COPD. At 58 years old, Mark has lived in the house for over seven years, but the […]
Heritage concerns prompt appeal over Raphoe development
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AN appeal has been lodged against planning permission for a new development in Raphoe, with concerns raised over heritage, landscape protection and potential impacts on the Beltany Stone Circle. Planning permission for the development at Tops Farm was given the green light by Donegal County Council. The application, submitted by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the […]
Pedestrian taken to hospital following Raphoe collision
A PEDESTRIAN was taken by ambulance to Letterkenny University Hospital following a collision in Raphoe. The road traffic collision happened on the R236 at Magheraboy on Thursday, December 18 at approximately at 11.15pm. The collision involved a pedestrian and a car. The driver and passengers were uninjured. A garda spokesperson said: “The pedestrian involved was taken by ambulance to […]
Pope Leo XIV appoints Bishop Niall Coll as the new Bishop of Raphoe
HIS Holiness Pope Leo XIV has appointed Donegal man, Bishop Niall Coll, as the new Bishop of Raphoe. The news of his Episcopal appointment was made public today following 10am Mass in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny. The St. Johnston man will leave his post as Bishop of Ossory in Kilkenny. Advertisement He was joined at […]
‘I understand the challenges that a lack of healthcare investment brings’
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RAPHOE native Edel Shovlin has been announced as the interim Chief Executive Officer of the Irish Cancer Society. Speaking to the Donegal News following her appointment on Tuesday, Ms Shovlin said that being from Donegal, she understands the challenges faced by communities lacking investment in healthcare infrastructure. She said this has shaped her career and […]
Deep sadness at death of Peter O’Donnell, Raphoe
THERE is much sadness across the sporting community in Donegal today with the news of the passing of the county’s own ‘Mr Boxing’, Peter O’Donnell. The Raphoe man dedicated much of his life to the sport he loved. He passed away peacefully earlier today. Advertisement President of the County Donegal Boxing Board since 2012, Peter […]
Driver and passenger taken to hospital following Raphoe collision
A DRIVER and passenger were taken to hospital following a road traffic collision in Raphoe at the weekend. Gardaí are investigating the single vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the N14 at Carrickadawson, Raphoe on Sunday, September 21, shortly after 8.40am. The vehicle (black Nissan) had been travelling from Lifford towards Letterkenny when the collision […]
Gardaí renew appeal for information about Raphoe crash
GARDAÍ are investigating a single-vehicle road traffic collision involving a car in Carrickadawson, Raphoe on Sunday morning. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene following reports of the collision at approximately 8.45am on September 21. A garda spokesperson confirmed that investigations are ongoing.
GALLERY: Style and celebrations at Deele College Prom
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Students from Deele College in Raphoe gathered for a wonderful night of celebration, entertainment and fun as they attended their Prom night in the Silver Tassie Hotel on Thursday night. It was a night of beauty, glitz and no end of glamour as friends gathered together for their big night. Teachers and staff from Deele […]
Gardaí issue appeal following Raphoe collision
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed a single car collision Carrickadawson, Raphoe this morning, to contact them. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene following reports of the collision at approximately 8.45am. A garda spokesperson confirmed that the road is currently open and that investigations are ongoing. Advertisement “Any road users who […]