AN EMERGENCY Tractor Run has been organised in a bid to assist three Newtowncunningham families whose homes were struck by lightning during Storm Isha. From electrical damage to serious structural damage, these families are now left picking up the pieces. Taking to social media this week to announce the run, organisers spoke of how one […]
Sadness at passing of past President of Letterkenny Chamber
There is widespread sadness following the death of past President of Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce Michael Boyd. Michael, Portsdale, Ballyraine, Letterkenny and formerly of Riverstown, Co. Sligo, passed away in Hillcrest Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family. “We, the Letterkenny Chamber Council, and staff, past and present, were very saddened to hear about the untimely […]
110 take part in University Fitness Games at ATU
The first-ever University Fitness Games, organised by Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Donegal, proved to be a resounding success, drawing in nearly 110 participants who competed across various categories, showcasing their fitness and determination. The event, a unique initiative within the academic sector, aimed to engage individuals who are avid gym-goers and do not necessarily […]
Decision to refuse apartment development at Rosemount upheld
AN Bord Pleanála has upheld Donegal County Council’s decision to refuse planning permission for 17 apartments in Letterkenny. Millennium Unit Trust 105 was refused permission for the development in Rosemount Lane by the local authority on the grounds of “over-development” and “excessive density beyond the site’s capacity”. An appeal was lodged, however An Bord Pleanála […]
McConalogue to travel to Africa for St Patrick’s Day
MINISTER for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue will travel to Kenya, Ethiopia and South Sudan, as part of the government’s overseas travel for this year’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations. Tánaiste Micheál Martin brought the plan to Cabinet on Tuesday outlining which country each minister will travel to. The Tánaiste will visit Vancouver, Ottawa, and Toronto in Canada […]
Planners seek more information on proposed Islamic centre
by Louise Doyle PLANNERS at Donegal County Council have sought more information from the applicant of a proposed Islamic Cultural Centre in Letterkenny. Letterkenny Islamic Association CLG lodged plans in November 2023 for the construction of the centre in Lisennnan. Advertisement The proposed development comprises a ground and first floor mezzanine prayer hall areas for males […]
Dungloe postman to deliver his last letter tomorrow
by Louise Doyle OWEN Coyle is a friendly and trusted face in Dungloe, where he has been delivering people’s post with diligence and kindness for the last two decades. Whether those letters brought good news from a family member living away from home or notification of a much-awaited hospital appointment, they were carefully dispatched by […]
Vandalism of plaque with ira slogans ‘an insult
by Kate Heaney THE return of a memorial plaque stolen from the grave of an RUC man killed 50 years ago near Castlefinn vandalised with pro-IRA slogans has been described as a ‘disgusting action and an insult to the family’. A memorial plaque placed on the grave of the late Detective Constable John Doherty in October, […]
Thousands raised for young woman after shock cancer diagnosis
A FUNDRAISER to help support a young mother from St Johnston who was diagnosed with cancer last week raised over €15,000 in a day. Patrice Mc Crossan (née Rodgers), aged 32, discovered she had acute aggressive leukaemia last Friday and was sent to Galway for treatment two days later. The news came as a huge […]
Hospital preparing for busy bank holiday weekend
LETTERKENNY University Hospital is preparing for a busy bank holiday weekend and the public is being urged to consider all options before attending the emergency department. Tony Canavan, CEO Saolta University Health Care Group said, “We are preparing for increased demand for hospital services in the North West this bank holiday weekend. Our Emergency Departments […]