Reverend Lukasz Przewieslik, the newly appointed chaplain for Donegal’s Polish Community, has made contact with the parents of Sebastian Adamowicz. Mr Adamowicz’s mother and father arrived in the country at the weekend after hearing the devastating news that their son had been killed, with a murder investigation now underway. A polish mass was held in […]
Gardai search for murder weapon in Letterkenny
GARDAI in Letterkenny are widening their search for the murder weapon used to kill Sebastian Adamowicz at his home in Sylvan Park last Wednesday. Speaking at a press conference in Letterkenny Garda Station this afternoon Detective Inspector Pat O’ Donnell said the 36 year old sustained severe head injuries and a weapon was definitely used […]
Country singer Leona Williams to perform in Ballybofey
AMERICAN country singer Leona Williams will perform a concert in Ballybofey on Thursday night. The star, who was the wife of the late singer Merle Haggard, will perform in the Villa Rose Hotel. Leona first entered the spotlight when she landed her first major job, playing and singing backing vocals for Loretta Lynn. Leona signed […]
Murder probe launched following death in Letterkenny
GARDAÍ in Letterkenny have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man on Thursday.
Thousands of people working as unpaid carers in Donegal
THOUSANDS of people across Donegal are working over 40 hours every week as unpaid carers for friends or relatives.
Donegal TD calls for short stay ward to reopen
A DONEGAL TD has called on the HSE to reopen the short stay ward at Letterkenny University Hospital after months of closure. Charlie McConalogue, Fianna Fail TD has urged the Minister for Health to urgently approve a funding request from LUH to reopen the ward. The ward, which closed during the summer, would increase the […]
Blue Plaque unveiled in memory of Letterkenny war hero
A FIRST World War hero from Donegal will be remembered this week as a Blue Plaque in unveiled in Letterkenny in his memory. James Duffy was born in Crolly in West Donegal in 1889 but was later brought to Bonagee, Letterkenny as a young baby with his parents, Peter Duffy and Kate Doogan. He was […]
Medicinal Cannabis plant to open in Donegal next year
A MEDICINAL cannabis research plant is reported to be on its way to Donegal early next year, along with the creation of over 50 jobs. Pharmaceutical start-up, Greenlight Medicines, said the firm is looking to roll out a new hub in the North West in 2018. The company already has a headquarters in Dublin but […]
Has Letterkenny got talent?
AUDITIONS for one of the UK’s biggest talent shows will be held in Letterkenny next week. Donegal is the fourth place in the country to be confirmed as an audition location, as well as Derry, Belfast and Dublin. It is understood that none of the four main judges, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, David Walliams and […]
Gallagher’s Bakery in Ardara shortlisted for prestigious industry award
Gallagher’s Bakery will compete in Bord Bia’s biannual Food and Drink Awards later this month in Dublin. The Ardara based bakery will be in the Entrepreneurial category which recognises individuals or companies who have shown true entrepreneurial flair. It rewards commitment, leadership and self-belief, either to create a new and successful business, or to radically […]