By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL man is gearing up for a demanding 24-hour challenge on Errigal Mountain this Saturday to raise crucial funds for metastatic breast cancer research, a cause close to his heart. When Malachy Doyle’s daughter Naomi was recently diagnosed with the disease, he quickly realised it was an area that sorely lacked […]
Fundraiser set up to help the bereaved family of Killygordon man killed in US
By Dionne Meehan A FUNRAISER set up to support the bereaved family of a Killygordon man, who was tragically killed in the US, has raised over €140,000. Damien O’Brien, a native of Stoneybatter, died after being knocked down in Huntington Beach, California, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Advertisement Now, his wife, Michelle, their […]
Man pleads guilty to dangerous driving causing death of young Lifford woman
A man pleaded guilty to a charge of dangerous driving causing death when he was arraigned at yesterday’s sitting of Letterkenny Circuit Court. Sean Connaughton, with an address in Dundalk, County Louth, was involved in a road traffic collision at Townparks, Lifford, on July 11, 2021, which claimed the life of a 34 year old […]
Campaigner questions timing of rescheduled meeting
By Róise Collins A LEADING Donegal cancer care campaigner has expressed frustration over the last-minute rescheduling of a meeting between advocates and hospital representatives, which had been set for Monday. The meeting was called off on Friday last, with attendees informed that one of the consultants had other commitments and appointments. Advertisement But Betty Holmes, […]
Weather: Temperatures to hit 25 degrees today
ANY mist and fog this morning will clear leaving a warm and dry day. It will be quite cloudy at first, but spells of sunshine will gradually develop. Highest temperatures of 22 to 25 degrees, a little cooler near coats. Advertisement Tonight will remain dry with clear spells, though area of mist and fog will […]
Fundraising Business Breakfast to take place in Letterkenny tomorrow
A SPECIAL fundraising Business Breakfast will take place in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny, tomorrow morning at 8am. In the lead up to the All-Ireland Senior Football Semi-Final, Donegal GAA, in partnership with the Letterkenny Chamber, has organised the special event to support the Donegal GAA Teams Training Fund and the Donegal Hospice. Starting at 8am, the […]
Weather: Cloudy start to the day
TODAY will start off cloudy with isolated showers but warm spells of sunshine will break through during the afternoon and evening. Highest temperatures of 18 to 23 degrees. Tonight will be largely dry with a mix of cloud and clear spells, though some mist and fog patches will develop. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 10 to […]
Draw made for Donegal Football Championships
The draw for the 2025 Donegal County Championships took place at the RTE Raidio na Gaeltachta studio in Gaoth Dobhair this evening. There are some standout ties in the opening round of the Senior Championship. These include Glenswilly vs Naomh Conaill and St Eunan’s vs Kilcar while the local derby between Four Masters and St […]
New permanent GP for Lettermacaward
The HSE has announced the successful appointment of a permanent GP for Lettermacaward. Dr. Shahzad Ahmad will officially take up the role on Tuesday, July 15 and will be based at the recently refurbished Health Centre in Lettermacaward. In a statement, the HSE wished him well in his new role and assured patients that there […]
Cash stolen from business presmises in Rossnowlagh
GARDAÍ are investigating a burglary at a business premises in Rossnowlagh after entry was gained and a sum of cash was stolen. The incident took place in the area of Coolmore, Rossnowlagh in the early hours of Sunday, July 6 between midnight and 6am. A garda spokesperson said: “The rear door of the property was […]