DONEGAL’S Eric Roberts has been announced as ambassador for the 2026 Same Chance Walk for Autism. Ireland’s autism charity AsIAm launched the 2026 Same Chance Walk for Autism, which will take place on Sunday, April 12 as part of World Autism Month. Proudly supported by PTSB, communities across Ireland are being invited to step out […]
Amy Doherty remembered for her magnetic personality
A large crowd gathered this morning to pay their respects at the funeral of Amy Doherty, a young mother of two who was tragically murdered at the weekend. Amy was remembered for her magnetic personality and joyful smile. The 28-year-old was found injured in a house in the Summer Meadows Mews area of Derry on […]
Rising fuel and fertiliser costs threaten farming year
By Jonathan Magee A SUDDEN rise of up to 60 per cent in agricultural green diesel, from approximately 90 to 150 cent per litre over the last three weeks, has placed farmers and contractors in a position of uncertainty. According to one leading agricultural contractor, farmers are struggling to cope with the sudden rise in […]
‘Supervisory structure disruption’ at Letterkenny University Hospital – claim
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SIGNIFICANT disruption is being experienced within the supervisory structure at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH), it has been claimed. According to correspondence sent to this newspaper, the issues span several sub-departments within the Facilities Directorate, “resulting in major operational repercussions”. “This has caused major delays for inpatients receiving scans, attending hospital appointments, and being moved between wards, distribution of […]
Brought before court on bench warrant
A MAN appeared before Letterkenny District Court this week after being arrested on foot of a bench warrant. Sewerwyn Knobel (23), McEniff Apartments, Brighton Terrace, Bundoran, was arrested on Monday morning at Letterkenny Garda Station on foot of a bench warrant. Knobel was charged with a Section 4 and a Section 6 offence on Friday, […]
Progress on breast care services at LUH welcomed
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THERE has been major developments in breast care services at Letterkenny University Hospital, Tuesday’s Regional Health Forum meeting heard. This includes the successful recruitment of two Consultant Breast Surgeons, along with the appointment of a Consultant Breast Radiologist. Cllr Declan Meehan who tabled the question described the developments as “a significant step forward in strengthening […]
Community gathers in Anagaire to discuss Ireland’s neutrality
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A passionate crowd filled Scioból an Phobail in Anagaire last night, drawn by a shared concern for one of Ireland’s most defining principles: neutrality. From students to pensioners, a large number of locals turned out to hear former MEPs and TDs Clare Daly and Mick Wallace speak on the threats facing Ireland’s neutrality, what can […]
‘Schools at risk of closure if rural depopulation continues’ -INTO
MORE than 70 rural primary schools are under threat of closure if the current trend in rural depopulation continues, according to Ireland’s largest teachers’ union, the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO). The prediction is made by Donegal native and General Secretary of the INTO, John Boyle, in an edition of TG4’s flagship current affairs programme Iniúchadh […]
Department has not received an offer for IPAS accommodation in Ramelton
THE International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) has received no application or offer of accommodation in respect of The Blue Goat in Ramelton, it has been confirmed. A spokesperson for the Department of Justice said the property is not being examined for use. This comes amid recent speculation surrounding the future of the premises. Advertisement Des […]
Over 60 drug convictions across Donegal District Courts in 2025
THERE were 66 convictions for drug offences in District Court offices across Donegal last year. In Donegal District Court, 18 people were convicted on drug offences in 2025, up 12.5 per cent on 2024. By contrast, 48 people were convicted at the Letterkenny District Court office in 2025, down 30 per cent on 2024. Advertisement Almost […]