Easter Rising Commemoration A large group of people attended the above event on Sunday last where local historian, Conor Whyte (who was MC for the event) gave a brief detail of the significance of the Rising. This was followed by a minutes silence in remembrance of those who died. Brendan Clabby who lives locally, and […]
Martina Maguire Memorial 10K: The Martina Maguire Memorial 10K takes place on Sunday, 24th April starting at 1pm. Registration will take place at the Parish Centre from 11.30 am. Refreshments afterwards. All funds raised will go to Breast Cancer Research taking place at Letterkenny University Hospital. Kilclooney Country Market: Kilclooney Country Market wishes all our […]
Well attended Parade Ardara welcomed St. Patrick on Sunday last, and a large crowd turned out to see the large array of floats and marching bands that graced the Front St. On what was a beautiful day, the large crowds enjoyed the spectacle and cacophany of sound that immersed the town. In all there were […]
Ardara Walking Festival This festival delivered once again, helped in no small way by the fine weather. A large group of walkers descended on Ardara to savour the views, renew acquaintances, and generally enjoy themselves. John Damien Gallagher and his trusted group of ‘mountain leaders’, must be thanked and complemented on the professional and friendly […]
A large crowd of several hundred people, made the walk from the Old School to Dawros Bay House a very social and enjoyable event. The fabulous weather which augmented the breathtaking scenery, made the trip a lovely experience. Thanks must go to the Rosbeg community for organising this annual event, you did yourselves proud yesterday! […]
Doon Fort has succeeded in being chosen as one of only five national monuments in the ‘Adopt a Monument’ competition run by the Heritage Council. The ‘Ardara GAP History & Heritage Group’ which was only set up in January are delighted with their success, and hope that this will put the area firmly on the […]
The Community of Narin & Portnoo were saddened to hear the news of the untimely death of Supreme Court, Justice Adrian Hardiman on Monday last. The Hardiman family purchased a holiday house in Lackagh, Portnoo some years ago, and extensively renovated it. They were frequent visitors to the area, especially during the Summer months. The […]
Ardara has succeeded in gaining funding under the Department of Tourism’s 2016 Festivals and Events Programme. There were 15 Donegal Festivals ranging from the ‘Mary from Dungloe’ to the ‘Extreme North Sports Event’, which received funding totalling €43,500. Of this amount, Ardara secured €7,000 which is 16% of the total. The ‘Taste of Donegal’ festival […]
Calling all U-6, U-8, U-10 Girls!! Would you like to learn football skills, play games, meet friends, and have fun!! Training for U-6, U8 and U-10 Girls starts on Saturday the 12th March 2016 at Dolmen Centre at 11 o clock. Please wear trainers, bring a drink and a gum shield. Cost is €2 €10 […]
This early photograph of the town came into my possession via a friend from work, who in turn had received it from an Australian lady she had trained with as a student nurse. Knowing her friend was from Donegal, she sent it to her as it reminded her of the beautiful villages and towns of […]
