GARDAÍ investigating the theft of an e-scooter from Letterkenny University Hospital have identified a teenager from CCTV footage. The grey Segway-Ninebot e-scooter was stolen from the front of the hospital on Wednesday, February 11 after 10.50am. A garda spokesperson said: “CCTV has been viewed and a boy who is aged in his early teens with brown […]
Fresh Garda appeal for information following Burt collision
GARDAÍ have issued a fresh appeal for information following a two-vehicle collision in Burt at the weekend. Three males were taken to hospital following the road traffic collision on Sunday, February 14 at 3.15pm on the N13 at Speenoge, Burt. The driver and three passengers of one of the vehicles, and the driver of the second vehicle received […]
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More derelict properties to become social homes under major scheme expansion
THE Government has today announced a significant expansion of the Buy and Renew Scheme, ensuring that more long‑term vacant and derelict properties across the country will be transformed into high‑quality social homes. Under a new expanded approach, building contractors will, for the first time, be able to directly acquire and refurbish vacant and derelict properties, […]
Donegal showcases strong and diverse group travel offering
FÁILTE Ireland, in partnership with Tourism Ireland, welcomed the UK Coach Tourism Association to Donegal to showcase the county’s strong and diverse group travel offering. The visit highlighted the quality of local attractions, food, drink and cultural experiences, as well as the collaborative approach that continues to drive tourism development in the region. As part […]
Deaths in Donegal, this evening, Sunday, February 15
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: Annie Curran, St Johnston Bernard Conaghan, Killybegs Advertisement Beryl Doherty, Malin Head Paddy Doherty, Gleneely Eamonn Doohan, Gortahork Edward (Eddie) Lynch, Linsfort, Buncrana William Gibson, Gleneely Jean Melly, Ardara Susan McGrath, Pettigo Margaret Gillespie, Kilcar and Mayo Annie Curran, St Johnston The death has occurred of Annie Curran (née Brown), Trensallagh, St. Johnston. Annie will be lovingly missed by her […]
Four males taken to LUH following Burt collision
Four males were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital following a two-vehicle collision in Burt this afternoon. A garda spokesperson told the Donegal News: “Gardaí received a report of a two-car road traffic collision at Speenoge, Burt, which occurred at around 3.15pm. “Four males were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of injuries not believed to […]
Family of the late Julie McCormack – Devenney make hospice presentation
The family of Julie McCormack-Devenney have made a special presentaton to staff at Donegal Hospice in her memory. Staff from Donegal Hospice, Ethan Furey and Noelle Mc Daid received a cheque for €12,000, proceeds from a bands day and memorial held in McGinley’s Bar, Letterkenny, at the end of November in memory of the late […]
Emergency services at scene of collision in Burt
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash at Burt following a collision. The road traffic collision occurred on the main N13 Letterkenny to Derry road, close to Aengus Church (Burt Chapel), within the last hour. There are no further details at this time.
Arranmore RNLI assist in early morning medical evacuation
The volunteer crew of the Arranmore RNLI responded to an early morning call for assistance at 6.50am this morning. The crew were requested by Malin Head Coast Guard to assist in a medical evacuation from the island. The casualty was transferred from the Arranmore ambulance to the lifeboat, taken to a waiting ambulance in Burtonport […]