By Kate Heaney A YOUNG woman from St Johnston has just returned to her medical studies in Aberdeen having seen first hand the world’s most advanced nano endoscopic (ultra small) spine procedures in the world. Kellie McClafferty (23) will graduate next month as a medical doctor from the University of Aberdeen. Advertisement She is the […]
Raphoe already gearing up for Oakfest 2024
MARK your calendars and get ready for a weekend of music, fun, and nostalgia as Oakfest returns to Raphoe on September 7 & 8 for two days of non-stop entertainment across two stages. Oakfest promises an even bigger and better experience this year, with a diverse lineup that guarantees hit after hit and plenty of […]
Important Lifford resource centre ‘nearing a cliff edge’
HAVING served the community for 33 years, it’s emerged that the Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre has operated without core funding for the past 13 years. Financially, the centre now faces a critical juncture where dedicated community worker positions may be at risk, affecting the centre’s daily operations and development. Management, staff, and the local community […]
No reduction of jail time for former Convoy resident who murdered his wife
A “CRUEL and controlling” husband who murdered his wife on a family boating trip is not entitled to any reduction in his prison term, the Court of Appeal has ruled. Senior judges rejected claims the minimum 20-year sentence imposed on Stephen McKinney for killing Lu Na McKinney at Lough Erne, Co Fermanagh in April 2017 […]
Hospital manager vows change in emergency department delays
By Louise Doyle THE manager of Letterkenny University Hospital has said “significant progress” has been made to improve patient flow through the emergency department. Mr Sean Murphy was speaking in response to the findings of an inspection report carried out by the health watchdog which found prolonged waiting times in the hospital’s emergency department. Advertisement The […]
O’Donnell opts for poster-free Donegal election campaign
SELINA O’Donnell, who’s seeking to represent the Letterkenny area on Donegal County Council as an Independent, has announced she’s opting for a poster-free campaign. Ms O’Donnell has decided to forgo traditional election posters over concerns about cluttering the town and the outdated nature of the practice. She believes that in today’s digital age, where social media […]
Warm and dry conditions forecast for Donegal
OVERALL, the weather outlook for Donegal promises a weekend filled with sunny spells and comfortable temperatures, ideal for outdoor activities and enjoyment. According to Met Éireann, Donegal residents can expect a pleasant day ahead, with early morning mist gradually clearing to reveal warm and dry conditions. Sunny spells will dominate the skies, offering a respite […]
Timmy’s trip to the forgotten county
By Dionne Meehan WELL-KNOWN TV personality Timmy Mallett has had a busy week exploring Ireland’s ‘forgotten county’ as his pedal-powered pilgrimage nears an end. Best known for presenting popular children’s programmes such as Wide Awake Club, Wacaday and Around the World in 80 Seconds, the 68-year-old has spent the past few months cycling around the […]
Luxury Raphoe mansion is now worthless because of defective concrete blocks
BY JEROME HUGHES ON the open market it should have a price tag of more than €1 million but instead a luxury 3-storey house in Raphoe has just been declared worthless by professional valuers due to its crumbling walls and foundations. The home is owned by Rosalind and Frank McBrearty. Advertisement In his hayday Frank Snr was […]
Meehan’s Gunning for Road Safety
Declan Meehan, independent candidate in the Milford Electoral Area, was seen with a gun outside Ramelton last week. No, not that type of gun. This was a speed gun. Why? Well, he has said that he wanted hard data to present to the roads engineers at Donegal County Council to entice them to address a […]