STUDENTS at Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) have been told they will have no written exams at the end of this college year. The move comes after the government announced an extension of the closure of schools and colleges until April 19 in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The closure announcement means that LYIT will […]

A Letterkenny dentist is continuing to accept emergency clients from behind personal protective equipment and mask. Dr Damian Flanagan of 03 Dental said he wanted to remain open as long as possible in the interest of his patients. But the practice will be adhering to strict guidelines including physical distancing and the wearing of heavy […]

BUSINESSES impacted by the coronavirus could have their rates deferred until the end of May, Donegal County Council has indicated. In a statement released in the last hour the local authority says each ratepayer will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. But businesses worst affected by the Covid-19 outbreak will be considered for a […]

A man is due in court today following the discovery of a cannabis grow house in Newtowncunningham. Gardai seized €15,000  drugs following a large scale operation on Monday. A man in his 30s is due before Letterkenny District Court today where he will be formally charged in relation to the find.

A 28-year-old man has died following a two car crash close to Ballyshannon. The fatal collision occurred at Laheen at approximately 11.30pm last night. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The female driver of the other car, aged 60, was taken to Sligo General Hospital with serious injuries. Three other passengers were also […]