There are almost 50 patients waiting on trolleys at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning including two children under the age of 16. There are 14 patients on trolleys in the emergency department and 33 patients without beds elsewhere in the hospital. It is the second day in a row when trolley figures at the hospital […]
Donegal has lowest average yearly earnings in the state
DONEGAL has the lowest average yearly earnings in Ireland, according to a new report from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The median annual earnings in Donegal in 2022 were €33,523 which is way below the national average at €41,823. The highest average yearly earnings were recorded in Dublin at €46,136 with men making up 70 […]
Seven distinctions for Royal and Prior student
A LETTERKENNY 5th year student studying in the Royal and Prior in Raphoe has been recognised for her exceptional marks in the Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement results. Julia achieved seven distinctions and two higher merits in her Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement. To achieve a distinction Julia scored over 90 per cent in each of her […]
Errigal College students enjoy trip to Brussels
THREE students from Errigal College got the chance to represent Ireland last week at the European finals of the Girls Go Circular competition in Brussels. The Girls Go Circular project aims to equip 40,000 schoolgirls aged 14-19 across Europe with digital and entrepreneurial skills by 2027 through an online programme about the circular economy. This […]
Permission granted for 23 new homes in Dunfanaghy
DONEGAL County Council has granted planning permission for 23 new homes in Dunfanaghy. CR Renaissance Properties with a registered company address at C/O Charles Roarty, Duntally, Creeslough sought permission to build the new homes on Horn Head Road on the outskirts of the town as well as connection to the public sewer and all associated […]
Donegal shoppers spent the least last Christmas
SHOPPERS in Donegal spent the least in card transactions last Christmas, according to new figures from AIB. The average spend from people in Donegal during the month of December 2022 was €1,512 followed by Monaghan (€1,636) and Leitrim (€1,654). It was shoppers in County Wicklow that spent the most during Christmas at €1,941. Advertisement According […]
Go-ahead for Letterkenny funeral home
by Louise Doyle DONEGAL County Council has given the go-ahead for the construction of a funeral home in Letterkenny. Applicant Michael Morning has been granted permission for the development of the funeral home, car park and all ancillary works with connection to existing services in Carnamuggagh. Advertisement The permission is subject to 13 conditions, which […]
McConalogue describes COP28 trip as a timely opportunity to discuss Ireland’s role
Donegal government minister, Charlie McConalogue, has described his attendance at COP28 Summit in Dubai at the weekend as a valuable opportunity to communicate the sustainable farm family food production system in Ireland as well as an opportunity to contribute to the global dialogue on sustainable food. “As a food producing nation, it is important […]
‘Winter Wellness’ event to focus on mental health
A ‘Winter Wellness’ event is set to take place on Tuesday, December 12 at 12 noon in the Radisson Blu Hotel in Letterkenny. Organised by Donegal Public Participation and Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly, this event is focused on mental health. With a number of guest speakers, stakeholders and support groups to be present on the […]
Refugee background checks highlighted at Donegal JPC meeting
A Donegal County Councillor has highlighted what he says are the conflicting reports in the media on the background checks carried out on those seeking international protection in Ireland. Bundoran councillor Michael McMahon raised the matter at the recent Donegal County Joint Policing Committee meeting. He asked if the Gardaí are aware of everybody that […]