A CAMPAIGN, first highlighted by the Donegal News, relating to the future of the Creeslough tragedy site, has reached something of a milestone. The online petition ‘Halt the Reconstruction of Creeslough Explosion Site, Establish a Memorial Instead’ has attracted more than 1,000 signatures. Leading the campaign to prevent development on the site, other than a […]
LUH scan errors review completed
A REVIEW of the work carried out by a radiologist who made errors in more than one third of hundreds of scans at Letterkenny University Hospital has now been completed. The male radiologist, who was employed on a locum basis in September, had his contract terminated after just seven days of clinical activity. In an […]
Fianna Fáil selects Cllr McGowan to run yet again
Fianna Fáil Cllr Patrick McGowan has been selected to contest the June elections in the Lifford Stranorlar Local Electoral Area. The party held its selection convention in the Villa Rose Hotel, Ballybofey, last night. This will be Cllr McGowan’s 6th consecutive local election campaign. Fianna Fáil stalwarts, Minister Charlie McConalogue, Senator Niall Blaney, Cllr Gerry […]
Worrying Donegal drug driving trend continues
Motorists suspected of driving under the influence of drugs were detected in Donegal yesterday. A motorist tested positive for cocaine in Letterkenny. Separately, a driver tested positive for cannabis in Buncrana.
Polestar Roundabout gets Stamp of approval
SOME drivers might grumble about spending more time at Letterkenny’s Polestar Roundabout than actually reaching their destination, but An Post seems to have a different spin on things. The iconic roundabout is set to become a stamp of approval on the postal scene, following an announcement that’s sure to stick. A spokesperson for An Post […]
Just Now: Crash on N14, delays for motorists
Gardaí are asking motorists travelling between Porthall and Lifford this morning to be aware that a collision has taken place. A section of the N14 is partially blocked as a result but the road remains passable with caution. There have been no serious injuries but drivers should expect delays.
Donegal’s famous Doon Well on TV tonight
DONEGAL’S famous Doon Well will be showcased tonight on national television at part of a 6-part documentary series that dives into the myths and legends attached to the country’s Holy Wells. Doon, Termon, is known as the headquarters of the fairies and Ranafast poet, Róise Ní Bhaoill, in tonight’s programme, explores what it is about […]
Cocaine in every Donegal village – claim
RETIRED Garda Sergeant Mark Traynor, with 37 years of service in roads policing, has sounded the alarm over the rampant increase in cocaine use gripping Donegal, and the surge in motorists driving under the influence. Mr Traynor is calling on authorities to particularly target Transition Year students to “hammer home” the message that they can […]
McConalogue heads up Blaney’s EU parliament campaign
DONEGAL Minister Charlie McConalogue has taken on the significant challenge of seeing Senator Niall Blaney elected to the European Parliament. The two Fianna Fáil politicians, in a joint statement, confirmed that the current minister for agriculture will act as Senator Blaney’s Director of Elections. “Niall is a good friend and a tremendous public representative. His […]
Aontú selects Liam Mulligan to run in local elections
Letterkenny native Liam Mulligan is standing for the Aontú party in the forthcoming local elections. Mr Mulligan will run in the Buncrana Electoral Area. Aontú is an all-Ireland political party, launched in January 2019.