ALMOST 220 outpatients appointments were missed in a two-week period in January resulting in €28,251 in wasted healthcare resources, we can reveal. The figures, shared to us by a reader, show there were 219 ‘no show’ appointments between January 15 to January 31. The missed appointments also resulted in hundreds of hours of lost care. According […]
Letterkenny property being renovated following incident
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THE Donegal News understands that a property in Letterkenny has been vacated by a family and is currently being renovated by the council. This follows what is believed to have been an incident at the property involving a young person with an addiction issue, whom is understood to have been placed in a locked room […]
‘SCANDALOUS’: Families’ despair at the removal of the Donegal to Dublin afternoon flight
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Families tell of their despair at the removal of the Donegal to Dublin afternoon flight
Mountcharles man donates 70th birthday proceeds to stroke unit
A MOUNTCHARLES man has raised more than €1,300 for the Stroke Unit Comfort Fund at Letterkenny University Hospital by turning his 70th birthday celebrations into a fundraiser. Richard Wilson marked the milestone with family and friends at O’Neills Bar in Letterbarrow on January 24, asking guests to donate to the fund instead of giving presents. […]
Man charged with rape to stand trial in Dublin
A MAN is to stand trial in the Central Criminal Court in Dublin charged with a series of sex offences. The man was served the Book of Evidence at Monday’s sitting of Letterkenny District Court. The case was an in camera matter, meaning that the accused cannot be named. The accused is charged with rape, sexual […]
Gary Foy remembered for his positivity, warmth and generosity
WELL-KNOWN Ballybofey photographer and local football administrator Gary Foy has been remembered for having a spirit that radiated positivity, warmth and a desire to give back, at his requiem Mass on Tuesday. Gary (57), of Glencovitt, Ballybofey passed away at Letterkenny University Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 6. Requiem Mass took […]
Donegal students meet President Connolly during visit to Derry
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By Seán McCarroll TWO local schools met President Catherine Connolly on Friday, February 6, 2026, during her recent visit to Derry. The meeting was a part of the ‘PeacePlus Programme’ which is designed to encourage cross-border relations and support peace in both the North and the surrounding counties. Advertisement Two local schools from Raphoe took part […]
Community First Responders meeting to take place in Ramelton
A COMMUNITY First Responders meeting is scheduled to take place in Ramelton tomorrow, the first in the area in more than five years. Set to take place in the local community centre at 8pm, the meeting was organised by local man, and retired army medic, Paul Stevenson. Speaking to the Donegal News ahead of the […]
Car bonnet keyed in Donegal Town
Gardaí are appealing for information after a car was keyed in Donegal Town. The incident of criminal damage occurred on Saturday, February 7 between 7.15pm and 10.30pm at The Diamond in Donegal Town. A parked car in that area was damaged between those times. The bonnet was keyed and substantial damage was caused. Advertisement A […]
Sadness following the passing of Letterkenny man Billy Ramsay
A SERVICE of Thanksgiving will take place in Letterkenny today following the sad passing of local man Billy Ramsay. Mr Ramsay, of Ballyraine, passed away at his home earlier this week. A Service of Thanksgiving will take place at 2pm today in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Letterkenny followed by committal in Gortlee Cemetery. Mr […]