A WELL-KNOWN family business in Convoy has changed ownership after 65 years in business. William Doherty and Sons has been a prominent feature on Convoy’s Main Street since 1959. However, after much reflection and seeing his own family go in different directions, shop owner, Aidan Doherty felt the time was right to hang up his […]
Kate Heaney retires after an incredible 27-year journalistic career
By Diarmaid Doherty and Louise Doyle WHEN Kate Heaney joined the first ever journalism class at North West College in Derry, little did she think that she was taking her first steps into a career where she would excel for the best part of 30 years. The course afforded the Fahan woman the chance to […]
Patsy McGonagle crosses the finish line as Chair of DLDC
DONEGAL Local Development’s long-serving Chairperson Patsy McGonagle has stepped down from the Board. Mr McGonagle, who served as Chair for six years, guided DLDC through significant transformation, including opening two new offices and developing a new strategic plan to enhance community impact and support. The renowned Irish athletics manager, brought his vision and passion to […]
Much loved Dungloe sporting figure retires after almost two decades
By Dionne Meehan DONEGAL Sports Partnership’s Chief Executive is set to retire at the end of the month after 18 years of service. Dungloe man, Myles Sweeney, has spent almost two decades evolving Donegal Sports Partnership to where it is today. Advertisement When Myles began the role in 2006 after a lengthy career with Donegal […]
WATCH: Scoil Cholmcille bid farewell to Mary McElwaine who leaves behind remarkable legacy
On Friday, August 30th, the atmosphere at Scoil Cholmcille in Letterkenny was a poignant mix of celebration and sadness as staff, students, and former colleagues gathered to say goodbye to Secretary Mary McElwaine. After 45 years of unwavering dedication, Mary retired, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that has touched countless lives. Mary’s retirement was marked […]
Doochary Village honours retiring postwoman Pat
DOOCHARY Village honoured their local Postwoman Pat McGettigan this week ahead of her retirement. Doochary Development-Tidy Towns wanted to thank Pat for her many years of service to the village. Committee member Andrea said Pat brought a morning smile and was pure joy to see. Advertisement “She was adored by my dogs, who she had […]
Retiring principal with 48 years’ service nominated to be Teacher of the Year
AN INISHOWEN principal who is set to retire after 48 years of service has been nominated in a national Teacher of the Year competition. Gerard O’Kane from Craigtown National School was nominated for the award by numerous parents whose children attend, or attended the school. Katie Crossan, whose daughter Letitia, 21, attended Craigtown National School […]
Donegal’s longest serving traffic warden issues his last ticket
BY JEROME HUGHES DANNY Dougherty has been a familiar fixture in Letterkenny for almost four decades, ensuring the flow of traffic and safety of pedestrians along the town’s bustling streets and car parks. As Donegal’s longest serving traffic warden, he has witnessed many changes and has even had a couple of close calls. Indeed, the […]
Retiring Garda Sergeant highlights the scourge of rising online crime
by Louise Doyle THE HSE cyber attack during the Covid-19 pandemic, resulting in thousands of people having their personal data stolen and immediate costs of €100m, was the beginning of sophisticated online crime that has continued to surge locally. That’s the view of Divisional Crime Prevention Officer for An Garda Siochána, Sergeant Paul Wallace who was speaking this week […]
