by Louise Doyle THE family of a Gortahork man living with lung fibrosis who has to receive 24-hour home oxygen therapy have said the lack of specialist care services locally is taking its toll. Eamonn Doohan was diagnosed with the devastating life-limiting and progressive disease a year-and-a-half ago. Advertisement The 52-year-old is unable to speak because of its severity. […]
Weather: Sunny spells for Donegal as mercury is set to rise
By Dionne Meehan THE rumours are true; the good weather is making a comeback. It’s time to pull the summer clothes out of the attic and dig out the sun cream from the back of the cupboard, as temperatures are set to hit 24 degrees in the coming days. Advertisement Starting today, Met Éireann has […]
Tory islanders want minister to address need for new ferry
A FRUSTRATED Tory Island resident is calling on the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht to come to the island to see for himself the urgent need for a new ferry. Islanders have long-awaited a promised ferry and pier project for seven years, but it has not come to fruition. Last month, Sinn Féin Spokesperson […]
Come along to a Dawn Chorus with Swilly Sisters’ Shed
IF you would like a morning filled with music and fun, come along to Rathmullan Pier and Seafront this Saturday morning June 21. This unique musical event will begin at 7am and an open invite has been extended to all ‘sisters’ who wish to come along. This event will be an opportunity to celebrate the […]
Gardaí remain at scene of serious collision
Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene of a collision this afternoon. The road traffic collision occured at 11.20am this morning in Rashedoge. A garda spokesperson told the Donegal News: “Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision in Rashedoge, Co. Donegal that occurred at approximately 11:20am this […]
Man assaulted by three others in broad daylight
AN investigation is underway following an alleged daytime assault in Letterkenny after three males got out of a car and assaulted another man. The alleged assault occurred in the Long Lane area on Wednesday, June 11 at 3.10pm. Gardaí have said that a man was at that location when a car pulled in alongside him. Three […]
White Oaks Farm to host a family fun day this Saturday
WHITE Oaks Organic Farm is hosting a community open day this Saturday June 21 at 11am. The open day will be a celebration of sustainability and local organic food. White Oaks Farm have extended an open invite to the public. Advertisement It promises to be a fun-filled and educational day for the entire family. Local […]
Weather: Dry day with hazy sunshine
TODAY will be mostly dry with hazy sunshine. Highest temperatures of 16 to 20 degrees with light winds. Tonight, any drizzle in the north will clear and it will become dry with clear spells overnight. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 8 to 12 degrees in light variable breezes.
Dogs Trust issues hot weather warning for dog owners
DOGS Trust have issued a Hot Weather Warning for dog owners ahead of the return of the sunny weather. As temperatures are set to soar into the twenties, Dogs Trust have reminded owners of the dangers posed to dogs during warm weather. Dogs can’t handle the heat as well as people can and high temperatures […]
Concert raises more than €7,500 for Donegal Domestic Violence Services
AN Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Councillor Niamh Kennedy presented a cheque of €7,525 to Dr. Marie Hainsworth, CEO of Donegal Domestic Violence Services, the proceeds of a special concert with Moya Brennan, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and guests. The concert took place in An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny, on Good Friday, April 18. The guest performers on the night included The […]