DONEGAL Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, has said he is looking forward to work beginning on the new surgical hub and the provision of new ambulatory day oncology facilities at Letterkenny University Hospital as soon as possible. Speaking at a press conference at Letterkenny University Hospital earlier today at which Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll […]
Food recall of various branded spinach and mixed leaves products underway
THE Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) advised today that a food recall of various branded spinach and mixed leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms is underway due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes. In a statement issued this afternoon, the FSAI say that to date, there are no cases of listeriosis associated with […]
New project aims to save young lives on Donegal roads
A new road safety project for young people has been launched in Donegal. The Crossroads Programme was officially launched in Letterkenny last week. The programme is aimed at educating young drivers and future drivers about road safety. It will cater for over 265 participants over a two-year period, providing them with hands-on experience working on […]
Donegal GAA confirm homecoming arrangements
By Aoife Doherty DONEGAL fans are expected in their droves tonight in Donegal Town for the official homecoming event for the Donegal senior footballers. Donegal GAA have confirmed that the event will get underway tonight at 6.30pm when there will be live music from Onóir and Darren Boot. Advertisement The team are expected to arrive […]
Traffic management plans in place as work gets underway on St. Johnston wastewater upgrade
UISCE Éireann will begin work to deliver an upgrade worth €3.4m for the community of St Johnston in the coming days. The current wastewater infrastructure in the village is inadequate to cater for the East Donegal community going forward but Uisce Éireann will carry out a significant upgrade over the next 18 months. The utility […]
Donegal parishes impacted by clerical changes
BISHOP Donal McKeown has announced clerical changes for the Diocese of Derry. The changes, which will impact Donegal parishes, below will be effective from Saturday, August 30. Rev John McDevitt, PP Steelstown and Adm Culmore to be PP Clonmany and PP Culdaff Rev Sean O’Donnell, CC Three Patrons, to be PP Melmount and PP Sion […]
The Balor’s summer musical Crazy Nights opens tomorrow
THE Balor’s big summer musical Crazy Nights opens tomorrow night. Crazy Nights tells the story of Jules, a regular performer at music venue The Good Note. The venue is in financial trouble and owner Ernie needs to come up with €25,000 by the end of the month to keep the wolf (and the bank) from […]
100% Redress TD reflects on his first six months in Dáil Éireann
AS the summer recess begins, Donegal TD Charles Ward has expressed heartfelt thanks to the people who placed their trust in him during what he describes as “the most intense and transformative time” of his life. Representing the 100% Redress Party, Deputy Ward has spent the past six months navigating national politics while keeping the […]
Man jailed for four years for ‘terrifying’ attack on partner
A 35 year old man has been sentenced to four years imprisonment following what a Judge described as a “terrifying” attack on his partner. Christopher Rice left the injured party finding it difficult to breath during the assault which took place in the home they shared. The accused, with an address at Forest Park, Killygordon, […]
Minister for Health announces surgical hub for Letterkenny
MINISTER for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, has confirmed that a second Surgical Hub will be located in the North West at Letterkenny University Hospital. The plans include the development of a new two-theatre surgical hub beside Letterkenny University Hospital building, along with the addition of 30 ambulatory day oncology chairs. A surgical hub is also […]