After the first print run sold out in record time, the Ballybofey, Stranorlar & District Historical Society’s bumper annual has been reprinted in time for Christmas.
A replenished supply is now in local shops, so get your copy before it’s too late!
This year’s publication was unveiled at the society’s monthly talk in Henderson Hall, Stranorlar, last month.
Articles this year include the subjects of some of their best talks which took place throughout the year. These include Arlene Crampsie on The Great Famine, Joe Doherty on the early days of Finn Harps and Caroline Carr on Donegal Weather Events.
In addition, Kathleen Phelan celebrates the life of JCT McDonagh, a local man who founded the Donegal Historical Society. She tells his story in two articles – one on his life, the second on the fascinating Penal Cross at his grave in Stranorlar.
Pat Holland and Reverend Raymond Blair continue an unbroken run back to the first annual with contributions on Charles Parnell and Samuel Seaton respectively.
The local connections of Tony nominated actress, Rosaleen Linehan, are investigated. There are also the interesting and tragic stories of local Tunnel Tigers – Michael McMenamin and his brother in law Joe Boyle – which are definitely worth a read.
Membership of the historical group is rising all the time, so if you are interested in local history, come and join them.
Meetings and talks take place on the fourth Monday of the month.
For further information on the society, and updates, go to their Facebook page or email bsadhs@gmail.com
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