- Fuel-laundering plant discovered
- Bridge named after tragic garda
- Hospital location decision delayed
- Bank urged to explain job loss plan
- Government refuses to raise tax
- Show defaming priest 'inexplicable'
- Jobs boost at medical devices firm
- Yes campaign 'must redouble effort'
- Accountability lapse over patients
News
Even more in today’s Donegal Democrat!
In addition to the stories and pics you’ll find on our website, Facebook and twitter, you can read lots more in today’s print edition.
HSE investigate possible virus alert at Arranmore school
The Health Service Executive (HSE) are investigating the circumstances surrounding the possibility of a virus outbreak at Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada on the island of Arranmore. Principal of the 60 pupil secondary school, Mary Doherty, yesterday morning confirmed that three teachers have been off sick with virus related illnesses.
Drug convictions not receiving mandatory sentence
Just two of the 13 convictions in Donegal in recent years for possession of large amounts of illegal drugs resulted in the full mandatory sentence of ten years.
Huge demand for Donegal Citizens Information
New figures released show Donegal Citizens Information Service was the second busiest in the country, with Dublin leading the way.
Donegal woman becomes Lord Provost of Glasgow
A woman with strong family roots in West Donegal today assumes the prestigious role of Lord Provost of Glasgow as only the fourth woman ever to hold this position since the year 1450.
Sport
Primary schools take part in 5-a-side competition
The An Post FAI Schools Donegal 5-a-Side Primary schools competition came to a conclusion in Ballyare, Letterkenny.
Murphy confident Donegal can get job done
Michael Murphy will have to be content with the role of supporter as Donegal open their Ulster championship campaign at Breffni Park in Cavan on Sunday.
Tuned-in Mulhern basks in Glenea win
It’s not uncommon for a footballer to have bother sleeping the night before an important match for his club - but Glenea United’s Kevin Mulhern was 3,000 miles away.
Cockhill take on Bonagee
Cockhill Celtic currently sit on top of the Ulster Senior League with two wins from two but it’s early days yet.
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.
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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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Thursday 17 May 2012
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