Connie Duffy

Stranorlar

Journalist at Donegal Live

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Articles

Grovehill’s Janice gears up for 500,000 steps challenge

Aug 14, 2024 | tyronecon.co.uk | Connie Duffy

PUTTING your best foot forward is one thing but doing it 500,000 times takes real endeavour, determination and a great pair of shoes!Janice Blakley has been volunteering for Grovehill Animal Trust near Omagh since 2003 and has set herself the challenge of walking 500,000 steps during the month of September, to raise much needed funds!She will be accompanied by her two rescue dogs, Mr Ruffles and Lilli.
Former Undertone urges wind farm opponents to keep one eye on local elections

Oct 11, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Former rock star and current high-profile environmental campaigner, Fergal Sharkey, has urged environmental groups throughout Donegal to be mindful of next year's local and European elections when they speak to their local politicians about regulating planning decisions that impact the countryside. He met the Save the Gweebarra group last week while on a trip to his native Derry and pledged his continuing support for their campaign to prevent the development of wind farms in the area.
'White Van' gang strike in Newtowncunningham

Oct 6, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Officials at the Naomh Colmcille GAA Club in Newtowncunningham are angry today following an attack on their club premises last night. The club is actively promoting games and community events but is today seething at thefts from their clubhouse. In a post on its Facebook page, the club hit out at the individuals concerned. "We would like to bring to your attention an unfortunate incident that occurred last night. "The clubhouse in our community was broken into by individuals driving a white van.
Funding crisis could close busy Ballybofey school warns principal

Oct 4, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

A funding crisis could force a busy national school to close its doors. Sessiaghoneill National School outside Ballybofey has been forced to borrow €20,000 for essential school operations and principal, Anne Marie Griffin has warned that unless the Department of Education helps, the school will have no option but to close.
Joyous scenes as Stranorlar man Anthony Hartnett became the diocese's newest deacon

Sep 24, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Family, friends and the wider parish and diocesan communities joined with the Bishop of Raphoe, Alan McGuckian SJ, Bishop Emeritus of Raphoe, Dr Philip Boyce and members of the clergy from all over the diocese and beyond to celebrate the ordination to the diaconate of Anthony Hartnett at a special ceremony at the Church of Mary Immaculate in Stranorlar on Sunday.
Popular Stranorlar-based curate Fr Anthony Briody announces departure

Sep 23, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Parishioners at the Church of Mary Immaculate, Stranorlar received the unexpected news this morning that their curate of four-years, Fr Anthony Briody, is to leave. He made his announcement at the end of 9am Mass. He thanked the parishioners and his parish priest, Fr Kieran McAteer for all their help, support and friendship during his time in Stranorlar. The Glenties native revealed that Bishop Alan McGuckian has recently asked him to take up priestly ministry in another parish.
Finn Harps manager Dave Rogers steps down

Sep 23, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Finn Harps manager Dave Rogers has decided to step away from his position for family and personal reasons. He told club media: “Due to personal and family reasons I have decided to step down as Manager of Finn Harps FC. I would like to place on record my sincere gratitude to chairman Ian Harkin, the board of directors, My technical staff and the players and more importantly the fantastic Harps supporters and community. Best Wishes and success for the future.
Widespread sorrow at the sad passing of the original Clipper Carlton member

Sep 20, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

There is a widespread sense of shock and sorrow at the news today of the sad passing of Art O'Hagan, an original member of the Clipper Carlton Showband, the very first showband in Ireland. The Strabane bass player and singer would have been well-known throughout the county and often performed at many venues all over Donegal and beyond. Formed in 1950, Art and his colleagues made their mark with their innovative use of costume, comedy and impersonation.
Derelict and vacant properties crisis to focus on 17 town information events

Sep 19, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Supports available to help refurbish derelict and vacant properties throughout Donegal will be available at information events organised by Donegal County Council throughout the county next week and during the first week of October The problem of derelict and vacant properties has been a constant throrn in the side for the council and councillors. It has been raised at almost every meeting over the past few years and has been blamed for adding to the housing crisis.
Lifford-Strabane communities must wait until next year for €14.9m development decision

Sep 18, 2023 | donegallive.ie | Connie Duffy

Communities in Lifford and Strabane will have to wait until early next year to learn if a new application for funding the €14.9m cross-border-cross-community Riverine project has been successful. The idea of such a development has had a chequered past with the slow pace of progress, or rather the lack of it, leading many to fear it would never happen.