NEW figures show more than 7,000 cancellations were made at Letterkenny University Hospital in the first nine months of this year. Figures released to Sinn Féin through a Parliamentary Question reveal that 7,175 scheduled hospital appointments and procedures were cancelled at the hospital from their original dates between January and September of 2026. Donegal Sinn […]
Reservoir cleaning works to safeguard Donegal’s water
COMMUNITIES in Fanad, Carrigans, and Letterkenny will benefit from essential reservoir cleaning works taking place this week. The works are to help safeguard drinking water supplies and protect water quality. Regular reservoir cleaning helps maintain drinking water quality by keeping this vital infrastructure clean, supporting a safe and dependable water supply for customers. Advertisement The […]
Calls for ETBI Congress to be held in Donegal
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CALLS have been made for the Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI) Congress to be held in Donegal. At a recent meeting of Donegal ETB Board, Cllr Donal Coyle asked for a letter to be written to the ETBI on the matter. The Fine Fáil councillor said: “I would like to propose that Donegal ETB […]
East Donegal road concerns grow after weekend collision
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FRUSTRATIONS are growing after yet another weekend traffic collision on a notoriously dangerous stretch of road in east Donegal. Safety concerns have been highlighted on the R265 and L-23742 in recent times. The latest collision happened on the R265 at Carrickmore, St Johnston yesterday afternoon. Advertisement The Donegal News understands that the collision involved three vehicles, with […]
Obituary: A proud native of Owey – Bridget Ruddy, Burtonport
THERE was widespread regret in the wider Rosses area following the recent death of Bridget Ruddy, Lower Keadue, Burtonport, which took place in Dungloe Community Hospital. Bridget was in her eighties and had spent some time in Letterkenny University Hospital and more recently in Dungloe Community Hospital, where she received outstanding care and attention. A […]
Charity 5k in aid of We Care Food Bank
LETTERKENNY Rotary Club has announced details of its annual Winter Woolie Warmer charity 5k. This year’s 5k walk or run, in aid of the We Care Food Bank, takes place on Tuesday, November 17 at 8pm in Letterkenny. Entry fee is €10 online and €12 on the night. Advertisement Registration on the evening of the […]
Mullan family inquest formally closed by coroner
THE inquest into the tragic deaths of three members of an Inishowen family after their car plunged into the Foyle river at Quigley’s Point six years ago has been formally closed. John Mullan (49), his son, Tomas (14) and six year old daughter, Amelia, died when the car they were travelling in slid down an embankment […]
Yellow weather warning for fog in Donegal
ROAD-USERS in Donegal are being advised to expect difficult driving conditions with a Status Yellow fog warning issued for the county later tonight. Donegal is among several counties affected by the moderate weather warning which will be valid from 9pm on Sunday until 11am on Monday. Met Eireann said the potential impacts of the warning […]
Top musicians headed for Dunkineely fiddle weekend
Three of the top fiddlers in south-west Donegal are featuring in the Saturday night concert at this year’s Dunkineely November Fiddle Weekend, which takes place next Friday and Saturday, November 13 and 14. They are Derek McGinley from Glencolumbkille, Breiffní Ó Domhnaill from Kilcar and Éabha McGuinness from Killybegs. The concert at Dunkineely Community Centre […]
Donegal construction company named Contractor of the Year
McCallion Group, the Donegal construction company, is celebrating 25 years in business in style after being named Contractor of the Year – SME at the 2026 Irish Construction Industry Awards. Founded in 2001 by Shay McCallion, the company delivers major projects throughout the island of Ireland and operates in commercial, residential, healthcare, civil engineering and […]