Donegal woman dies in boating tragedy


AN investigation is under way in Fermanagh following the death of a Donegal woman who fell from a boat during the early hours of this morning. The incident happened near Devenish Island, Lough Erne at around 1.20am. Police, along with other emergency service colleagues responded to the emergency and the search ended around 3am. Advertisement […]


Delight as under-fire hospitals receive €4m boost


OVER €4 million is to be invested in two community hospitals previously earmarked for closure. DONEGAL TD Joe McHugh confirmed yesterday that the HSE intends to invest the money on upgrading works to retain and enhance community hospital services in Stranorlar and Ramelton. The confirmation follows a meeting with HSE Area Manager John Hayes. Advertisement […]


Former mayor of Donegal on drink driving charge


A DONEGAL County Council member has been charged with drink driving, six months after being given a motoring ban for a similar type offence. Ciaran Brogan’s case was mentioned at Letterkenny District Court on Monday. The 44-year-old of Sockar, Trentagh, Letterkenny, is accused of drink driving at Treanbeg in Trentagh on April 1. Advertisement It […]


Road safety campaign launched ahead of Easter weekend


DONEGAL’S Road Safety Working Group is calling on drivers to act responsibly over the Easter weekend. Offering some key road safety tips, the working group advised: Always wear a seatbelt and ensure that your passengers do so also. Ensure that car seats for children are installed and used correctly. Advertisement Never drink or drug drive. […]