A NUMBER of car thefts and attempted vehicle thefts have been reported in Letterkenny recently. A car was stolen from a house at An Gharran, Long Lane between 10.30pm on Tuesday, August 4 and 8pm on Wednesday, August 5. The car in question was a silver Honda Jazz with a partial registration of ’03 D […]
Donegal’s Indian community celebrates diversity
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THE local Indian Community Centre in Letterkenny is hosting a fun day to celebrate diversity. It and Donegal County Council is inviting the public to enjoy food, performances and the craic at a special An Grianán Theatre Takeover next week. The celebration is scheduled from Friday, August 21, from 1pm to 5pm. Advertisement A spokesperson […]
Second person dies following fatal collision in Cavan
GARDAÍ have this evening confirmed that a second person has died following Monday afternoon’s fatal road collision in Cavan. Former Donegal All-Ireland winner, James McHugh from Kilcar, was fatally injured in the collision. He was the driver of a car involved in the two vehicle collision. His wife, Noreen, who was a passenger in the […]
Figures show only five new GPs appointed to Donegal this decade
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THE Government has been accused of failing to keep pace with Donegal population growth as only five new GPs have been appointed this decade. It is claimed that Ireland’s population increased by approximately 10 per cent between 2020 and 2025 – but the total number of GPs increased by just 6.4 per cent. Newly released […]
Fundraiser launched to support woman’s recovery after Pettigo collision
A FUNDRAISER has been set up to support a young woman who sustained “life-changing” injuries in a Donegal collision which tragically claimed the life of her boyfriend. Lucy Robb, who is 18 years old from Randalstown, Co Antrim, is recovering in Dublin’s Mater Hospital after the devastating collision in Pettigo. Her boyfriend, Ronan King (24) from […]
Solar eclipse may see 90 per cent coverage over Donegal
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ASTRONOMY Ireland is selling thousands of special glasses for last night’s solar spectacular over Donegal. Sky watchers have been told that the eclipse tomorrow will be the best in the county for 27 years since 1999 and there will not be another like it for another 64 years until 2090. Astronomy Ireland’s eclipse glasses allow […]
Donegal Youth Service recruiting for two roles
DONEGAL Youth Service has announced that it is recruiting for two Community Employment opportunities in Letterkenny. The positions are for an admin workers and a youth support worker. A spokesperson said: “Donegal Youth Service is currently recruiting for two CE positions. Advertisement “These roles offer a great opportunity to gain workplace experience, develop new skills […]
Tributes pour in for Donegal 1992 hero James McHugh
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TRIBUTES have been pouring in for Donegal 1992 hero James McHugh, following his tragic loss of life. James died in yesterday afternoon’s road traffic collision in Co Cavan, aged 62. He is was a former Donegal All-Ireland winning footballer from Bavin, Kilcar. Advertisement His wife Noreen was seriously injured in the collision and was airlifted […]
Gardaí appeal for witnesses to Ballyshannon collision
GARDAÍ are appealing for witnesses following a three-vehicle collision in Ballyshannon at the weekend. It happened on the N3 at Cherrymount at approximately 2.10pm on Saturday, August 8. A woman aged in her 20s was transported to Sligo University Hospital to receive treatment for injuries which are believed to be non-life threatening in nature. Advertisement A man […]
Man injured in Letterkenny Lower Main Street assault
A MAN was injured after he was assaulted by another man in Letterkenny. The alleged assault occurred in the area of Lower Main Street shortly after 3am on Monday, August 10. The injured man was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive medical treatment for non-life threatening injuries. Advertisement A Garda spokesperson said: “We appeal to […]