Former RTÉ journalist Tommie Gorman has died at the age of 68, his family have announced. After 41 years, Tommie signed off from RTÉ News for the final time in May 2021. RTÉ Director General, Kevin Bakhurst paid tribute to his former colleague and friend: “I am deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Tommie Gorman. […]
Four alloys stolen in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ in Letterkenny are investigating the theft of four alloys from a VW Jetta, which occurred shortly after 3am, on Sunday, June 23. The theft occurred at a carpark on Isle Lane, near the Station Roundabout in Letterkenny. Damage was caused to the car during the removal of the alloys. Advertisement The car had been unlocked […]
Malin Head ranked seventh most popular filming location in Ireland
MALIN Head has been ranked as the seventh most popular filming location in Ireland. As one of the most strikingly beautiful countries in the world, it’s no surprise that Ireland is such a popular spot for filming productions – from local Irish cinema to Hollywood blockbusters. In fact, Ireland’s film sector has boomed exponentially in […]
Mobile X-ray service now available in Donegal
A MOBILE X-ray service for Donegal hospitals, nursing homes, residential care facilities, the hospice, and for certain patients in private homes, is now available. This free-of-charge service provides all types of X-ray examinations including chest, hip/pelvis, knee, wrist and shoulder X-rays. If a doctor deems an eligible patient requires an X-ray, then the Radiographer will arrive […]
House prices in Donegal rise by 11 per cent
HOUSE prices in Donegal have risen 11 per cent in the second quarter of this year. That’s according to the latest Daft.ie report published yesterday morning, which highlights that in Donegal prices in the second quarter (April to June) were 11 per cent higher than a year previously, compared to a rise of two per […]
‘Seeking the Swilly’ book launch on Saturday
The new 50-page paperback publication is a collection of terrific colour and black and white photos.
‘Nothing should hold you back’
Former Raphoe student who has impaired vision and hearing due to a benign tumour wins award.
Fresh Covid-19 warning amid rise of new variant
The public is being urged to be vigilant in the wake of rising Covid-19 infections and a new variant.
Donegal family visit restored homestead
“It’s fantastic to see it restored, and with it located on this fabulous walking trail..”
Visiting neurology service in LUH ‘inadequate’
“People living with neurological conditions feel invisible, we’re being denied our basic right to access to healthcare.”