Pupils from Scoil an Linbh Íosa Carrigans, Moyle National School in Newtowncunningham and Ballyoughry Primary School in Derry recently came together in a festive spirit as part of their Peace Plus Programme. With community as this year’s theme, the three schools, along with their families, crocheted cosy blankets which were presented to the residents of […]
Motorist tested positive for cocaine and cannabis
A driver stopped by Gardaí in the Letterkenny area on Friday night tested positive for cocaine and cannabis. The motorist was one of three drivers arrested on suspicion of drink/drug driving in Letterkenny last night. One driver was arrested on suspension of drink driving and another tested positive for cocaine. Gardaí are urging people to […]
FRESH TAKE: Lack of public scrutiny of family law courts does little to help the process
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Many people have little idea what happens in family law courts. They may be aware they deal with domestic abuse, family breakdown and the safety of adults and children, but the scale of what comes before them each day, and the reality of how people experience the process, remains largely cloaked in silence. One of […]
Hospital colleagues pay tribute to Paul Hume and Anne Faracli on their retirements
TWO very popular senior staff members at Letterkenny University Hospital got a lovely send-off on Friday as hospital colleagues gathered to wish both farewell on their retirements. Paul Hume and Anne Faracli are both finishing up at LUH after long and successful careers. There was a lovely event on Friday morning as they were congratulated […]
Inclusion of Donegal clubs in new FAI League ‘landmark moment’
CONFIRMATION that three Donegal clubs will be part of the new FAI National League has been described by Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, as a significant boost for the game locally. On Friday, the FAI announced that Letterkenny Rovers, Bonagee United and Cockhill Celtic were among the 15 clubs that will form the new […]
Harps welcome decision to grant planning permission for new stadium
FINN Harps FC has welcomed Donegal County Council’s decision to grant planning permission for the completion of the new football stadium at Railway Road, Stranorlar. The permission provides for the completion of a modern, enclosed-bowl stadium with a capacity of approximately 5,580 spectators, incorporating four stands, floodlighting, pitch works, player and community facilities, and associated […]
Little Angels school pays tribute to pupil Conor Temple
THE Little Angels school in Letterkenny has paid tribute to pupil Conor Temple, whose death, the school said, has stopped everyone in their tracks. Conor (13), of Cavan Lower, Killygordon, passed away yesterday evening after he was involved in a tragic accident. Gardaí and a number of other emergency services attended the scene of the […]
GALLERY: Donegal GAA players pay Christmas visit to LUH Children’s Ward
PATIENTS in the Children’s Ward at Letterkenny University Hospital got a lovely surprise today when they were paid a special Christmas visit by a group of Donegal GAA footballers. Donegal players Ryan McHugh, Shaun Patton, Ciaran Moore and Michael Langan popped in to to hello to the children, much to the delight of everyone involved. […]
Three Donegal clubs named in FAI National League
Three Donegal clubs have been named in the new 15-team FAI National League, which commences next year. Bonagee United, Letterkenny Rovers and Cockhill Celtic have all been accepted into the new league, which will kick-off in autumn 2026. The new competition also includes four Dublin clubs in the form of Home Farm, St Francis, TU […]
Young boy who died in drowning tragedy is named
A KILLYGORDON teenager who lost his life in a drowning tragedy in Stranorlar will be laid to rest on Sunday. Conor Temple (13), of Cavan Lower, Killygordon, passed away yesterday after he was involved in a tragic accident. Gardaí and a number of other emergency services attended the scene of the tragedy shortly before 5.40pm […]