News
The Bird’s eye view
Charlie Bird returned with his radio show to Donegal last Saturday. Editor in chief, Michael Daly was a guest and looks back on one of the more positive radio broadcasts to come from Donegal recently.
Relaxed Shay Given wows Late Late Show audience
Looking fit and relaxed Ireland goal keeping legend Shay Given wowed the Late Late Show audience last night with presenter Ryan Tubridy clearly enjoying Given’s easy, laid back manner and banter on RTÉ’s top rated show.
Parents hopeful after Minister Quinn praises “dignified” protest
Minister for Education, Ruairi Quinn, TD, praised the dignity of protesters he met yesterday at the opening of the new Finn Valley College in Stranorlar.
McConalogue publishes FF strategy on youth unemployment - 3,980 Donegal young people on live register
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Children Charlie McConalogue has published a Fianna Fáil Strategy on Youth Unemployment, setting out a range of ambitious policies aimed specifically at providing work opportunities for young people.
Bruton’s call for second referendum ‘outrageous’ - Doherty
Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty has described as outrageous comments from Enterprise Minister Richard Bruton that he would ask Europe if Ireland could vote again if the austerity treaty is defeated on May 31.
Sport
Donegal team for Cavan has no surprises
Donegal begin the defence of their Ulster championship on Sunday and their team for the game against Cavan in Kingspan Breffni Park has no big surprises.
All-Star defender Lacey prefers to use forward thinking
If your mantelpiece was as cluttered as Karl Lacey’s presumably is then it would be easy to let your mind drift back on some of the achievements of yesteryear.
Twin Town boxers basking in newly refurbished gym
Twin Towns Boxing Club officials and club members are enjoying the plush new surrounding following the upgrading of the club’s gym.
New championship season but same diligence from Jim
Donegal will want to leave nothing to chance as they open their Ulster championship defence at Cavan’s Kingspan Breffni Park on Sunday.
Donegal riders to take on Rás challenge
Five Donegal amateur cyclists are putting the finishing touches to their preparations this week as they gear up for the biggest race in the Irish Cycling calendar, An Post Rás.
Video
Bagdonas returns to defend title as four Irish riders are selected video
An Post Sean Kelly team manager Kurt Bogaert today named his team for the 60th edition of the Rás, which starts in Dunboyne this Sunday, 20th May. Four Irish riders have been named in the side, namely Sam Bennett, Conor McConvey, Ronan McLaughlin and Sean Downey, while Lithuanian strongman Gediminas Bagdonas returns to defend his 2011 title.
Lifestyle
RTÉ Supergarden winner at Kee’s of Laghey
Customers of Kee’s of Laghey garden store are in for a treat this Saturday when RTÉ supergarden show winner James McConnell visits. James will speak to customers at 2pm and it promises to be an entertaining and informative presentation.
Charity Country night for MS
Country music fans from across the north west are in treat with a top weekend of entertainment coming up all in the name of a good local cause.
Ireland’s top Foodies descend on Donegal
While Grianan of Aileach will be re-conquered this weekend with an invasion of people celebrating the ancient fort’s heritage and culture, another big invasion will be taking place just down the road in Bridgend, where Harry’s Restaurant is hosting Inishfood 2012.
Bring a touch of Caribbean to your wardrobe
Now that summer is almost here, give your wardrobe a stylish update with tropical prints. Always with the latest trends, Ireland’s leading online department store, Littlewoods Ireland, has a great selection of these hot prints for your wardrobe. For vibrant summer style delivered direct to your door within 4 days, www.littlewoodsireland.ie is your one stop shop.
Banshees, fairies and leprechauns - Donegal’s folklore, part of what we are
Irish folklore is part of our heritage and the tradition of storytelling runs strongly through our veins. It would be difficult to find an Irish person who did not hear the stories of ‘Oisin in the Land of Youth’ or ‘The Children of King Lir’.
Community
21st anniversary of Ballyshannon NW Hospice Support Group
The Ballyshannon North West Hospice Support Group are 21 years in existence this month and are hosting an Evening of Remembrance, Celebration and Information this Friday, May 18 at 7.30pm in Dorrian’s Imperial Hotel.
Death of Hughie Gallagher, Letterkenny
The death has taken place of Hughie Gallagher of 22 Muckish Avenue, Letterkenny.
County Community Forum launches website
The Donegal County Community Forum (DCCF) launched its brand new website on Friday evening in An Craoibhín in Termon.
Chris McGimpsey to deliver Isaac Butt Lecture
This year’s annual Isaac Butt Memorial Service and Lecture will take place on Sunday week next, May 20th in Stranorlar, beginning with a service at 7pm in Stranorlar Church of Ireland, followed by the laying of a wreath on Butt’s grave in the adjoining churchyard.
MEP Pat the Cope welcomes aid clearance for rural development
Pat the Cope Gallagher MEP has welcomed the decision by DG Competition to reinstate the maximum grant aid at EUR 500,000 for “basic services” and “village renewal” rural development projects.
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Saturday 19 May 2012
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