By Louise Doyle CONCERN has been raised for future sustainability costs of two services at Letterkenny University Hospital after spend on their provision has been revealed. It comes after expenditure amounted to €1,340,294 in an 17-month period for spend on private ambulances and the outsourcing of blood samples. Advertisement A total of €910,440 was spent on private ambulances […]
Clerical reshuffle announced for parishes across diocese
By Róise Collins A NUMBER of clerical changes have been announced by Monsignor Kevin Gillespie, Administrator of the Diocese of Raphoe. The changes, which are to take effect on the weekend of August 16, include four retirements and the relocation of 13 priests. Advertisement Those retiring are parish priest Fr Francis McLoone from Killymard, parish […]
Heartbroken Donegal family appeals for help to find beloved lost hat
By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL family left heartbroken after recently losing a sentimental, handmade hat, have issued one final appeal in the hope of being reunited with it before this Sunday’s All-Ireland Semi-Final. The hat, which was crafted from an Ireland Rugby jersey and a Donegal jersey, was specially made for the McCaffrey family from outside […]
Father to undertake 24-hour Errigal challenge this weekend
By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL man is gearing up for a demanding 24-hour challenge on Errigal Mountain this Saturday to raise crucial funds for metastatic breast cancer research, a cause close to his heart. When Malachy Doyle’s daughter Naomi was recently diagnosed with the disease, he quickly realised it was an area that sorely lacked […]
Fundraiser set up to help the bereaved family of Killygordon man killed in US
By Dionne Meehan A FUNRAISER set up to support the bereaved family of a Killygordon man, who was tragically killed in the US, has raised over €140,000. Damien O’Brien, a native of Stoneybatter, died after being knocked down in Huntington Beach, California, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Advertisement Now, his wife, Michelle, their […]
Man pleads guilty to dangerous driving causing death of young Lifford woman
A man pleaded guilty to a charge of dangerous driving causing death when he was arraigned at yesterday’s sitting of Letterkenny Circuit Court. Sean Connaughton, with an address in Dundalk, County Louth, was involved in a road traffic collision at Townparks, Lifford, on July 11, 2021, which claimed the life of a 34 year old […]
Campaigner questions timing of rescheduled meeting
By Róise Collins A LEADING Donegal cancer care campaigner has expressed frustration over the last-minute rescheduling of a meeting between advocates and hospital representatives, which had been set for Monday. The meeting was called off on Friday last, with attendees informed that one of the consultants had other commitments and appointments. Advertisement But Betty Holmes, […]
Weather: Temperatures to hit 25 degrees today
ANY mist and fog this morning will clear leaving a warm and dry day. It will be quite cloudy at first, but spells of sunshine will gradually develop. Highest temperatures of 22 to 25 degrees, a little cooler near coats. Advertisement Tonight will remain dry with clear spells, though area of mist and fog will […]
Fundraising Business Breakfast to take place in Letterkenny tomorrow
A SPECIAL fundraising Business Breakfast will take place in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny, tomorrow morning at 8am. In the lead up to the All-Ireland Senior Football Semi-Final, Donegal GAA, in partnership with the Letterkenny Chamber, has organised the special event to support the Donegal GAA Teams Training Fund and the Donegal Hospice. Starting at 8am, the […]
Weather: Cloudy start to the day
TODAY will start off cloudy with isolated showers but warm spells of sunshine will break through during the afternoon and evening. Highest temperatures of 18 to 23 degrees. Tonight will be largely dry with a mix of cloud and clear spells, though some mist and fog patches will develop. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 10 to […]