Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 45-year-old Carole McGarvey who is missing from her home in Milford, Co. Donegal. Carole was last seen this morning, Monday, December 18, 2023 when she left home at 8.15am. Carole is described as being approximately 5 foot 5 inches in height, with a slim […]
Road closed after serious collision outside Letterkenny
A SECTION of the N14 Letterkenny to Lifford Road at Carrickballydoey has been closed due to a serious road traffic collision which occurred this evening, Monday, December 18 at approximately 7pm. Gardaí in Donegal took to social media tonight to warn motorists of the closure. “A section of the N14 Letterkenny to Lifford Road at […]
Funding for mental health supports for students
MORE than €400,000 in funding for mental health supports for students at the Atlantic Technologic University (ATU) has been announced by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris today. The ATU is set to receive a €431,667 share of a €5 million allocation to assist students in higher education nationally. Minister Harris said the funding […]
Local company present 50 laptops to schools
The TCS Letterkenny Global Delivery Centre hosted a visit by two of the company’s most senior cybersecurity leaders, Ganesa Subramanian Vaikuntam, VP & Global Head of the Cybersecurity Business Unit, and Ravi Yadav, Global Head – Cyber Security for BFSI Business Group. Taking place on Friday, December 15th, this significant event underscores the strength of […]
First of its kind service for COPD patients to be extended throughout Donegal
A FIRST of its kind service which helps give patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) the care they need in their own home is being extended throughout Donegal. The CARE community virtual ward (CVW) service gives people living with COPD acute care and the treatment they need at home, preventing avoidable admissions into hospital […]
Church sacristy ransacked and tabernacle damaged
GARDAÍ are appealing for information after a church sacristy was ransacked and damage was caused to a tabernacle. It was one of a number of incidents in the Greencastle and Moville area over a two-day period. Gardaí were en route to the previous burglary call when they observed that the lights were on inside St Columba’s Church, […]
Almost 50 patients on trolleys at LUH including two children
There are almost 50 patients waiting on trolleys at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning including two children under the age of 16. There are 14 patients on trolleys in the emergency department and 33 patients without beds elsewhere in the hospital. It is the second day in a row when trolley figures at the hospital […]
Donegal has lowest average yearly earnings in the state
DONEGAL has the lowest average yearly earnings in Ireland, according to a new report from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The median annual earnings in Donegal in 2022 were €33,523 which is way below the national average at €41,823. The highest average yearly earnings were recorded in Dublin at €46,136 with men making up 70 […]
McConalogue describes COP28 trip as a timely opportunity to discuss Ireland’s role
Donegal government minister, Charlie McConalogue, has described his attendance at COP28 Summit in Dubai at the weekend as a valuable opportunity to communicate the sustainable farm family food production system in Ireland as well as an opportunity to contribute to the global dialogue on sustainable food. “As a food producing nation, it is important […]
Top tips to help you catch-up on meaningful shut eye
In a world that glorifies constant hustle and round-the-clock productivity, sleep often takes a back seat. However, the impact of sleep on our overall well-being and performance is not to be underestimated. This is because, while you’re resting, your body is actively engaged in a complex process that’s crucial for your well-being. Sleep isn’t just […]