The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: George Doherty, Carndonagh Des Kavanagh, Galway and Clonmany Advertisement Audrey Stevens, Letterkenny Norah McBride, Milford William Farren, Down and Donegal Eugene Carlin, Crolly Sophie Harrison, Milford Rose Gallagher, Portnoo Marrie McMenamin, Castlederg and Ballindrait Moira Mills, Letterkenny William John Pearson, Kilmacrennan Andy McNulty, Killygordon and Mayo Brigid […]
Community honours Letterkenny teacher, author and historian Niall McGinley
A LARGE crowd gathered at Cathedral Square in Letterkenny on Saturday for the unveiling of a commemorative bench honouring local teacher, author and historian Niall McGinley. The bench, commissioned by the Letterkenny Community Heritage Group and crafted by Tony McCaul of Pearse Road, was unveiled by Don Stevenson on behalf of his friend and colleague, Niall. […]
Tributes paid to former Donegal Addiction Services Manager Moira Mills
LETTERKENNY woman Moira Mills has been remembered for the significant impact she had on many lives, after her sad passing earlier this week. Ms Mills (née Foley), of Heather View, Calhame passed away peacefully at Letterkenny University Hospital on Monday, January 19. Best known for serving as manager of the HSE West Addiction Services in […]
Deaths in Donegal, Wednesday morning, January 21
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Audrey Stevens, Letterkenny Norah McBride, Milford Advertisement William Farren, Down and Donegal Eugene Carlin, Crolly Michael Heard, Quigley’s Point Sophie Harrison, Milford Rose Gallagher, Portnoo Marrie McMenamin, Castlederg and Ballindrait Moira Mills, Letterkenny William John Pearson, Kilmacrennan Mildred Durning, Kilmacrennan Harry Toland, Burnfoot John Heaney, Carrigans Andy […]
‘My attackers will have to face God himself someday’ – Charles Dooher
YESTERDAY marked one year since Lifford man Charles Dooher was left clinging to life after a brutal attack in his home. Mr Dooher (27) sustained catastrophic injuries after he was attacked by five heavily armed and masked men on January 20, 2025. Speaking out for the first time yesterday, one year on from his brutal […]
Nine motorists arrested in one week for driving under the influence
OVER the past week, nine motorists across the county were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. In total, seven motorists were arrested for drug driving; while two were arrested for drink driving. Gardaí have reminded motorists to never get behind the wheel of any vehicle while under the influence. Advertisement “We urge all drivers never to […]
Ramelton Art Group Exhibition opens at the Regional Cultural Centre
THE Ramelton Art Group launched their new exhibition, ‘Precious Moments, Places & People: Reminiscence, Nostalgia & Wonder’, at the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny last week. Founded in 2019 by Mary Lynch, the Ramelton Art Group meets weekly in Ramelton Town Hall, bringing together creativity, community, and connection. This exhibition showcases a vibrant selection of […]
HSE welcomes progress on new 110 bed Letterkenny healthcare facility
THE new 110 bed Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility, currently under construction on Kilmacrennan Road, is on track for completion in 2026. The new facility will provide a significant boost in capacity for the care of older people across Letterkenny and the wider county of Donegal. The new 110 bed unit is a major enhancement of […]
Investigation launched after woman and child struck by van in Milford
INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing after a woman and a child were struck by a van in Milford. The collision occurred on the Main Street on Tuesday, January 13 at approximately midday. A garda spokesperson said: “The collision involved a van and two pedestrians. Advertisement “The two pedestrians, a woman and a child, were taken to Letterkenny […]
Gardaí seek witnesses after elderly man knocked down in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ are continuing to appeal for witnesses after an elderly man was knocked down at Lower Main Street, Letterkenny last week. Gardaí and emergency services attended the collision at approximately 1pm last Thursday, January 15. A garda spokesperson said: “A pedestrian, aged in his 80s, was conveyed to Letterkenny University Hospital for medical treatment. Advertisement […]