The HSE has announced that a review in perinatal deaths in Ireland over the past three years is to begin shortly. This will then become an annual audit in a bid to identify “anything that can be learned so as to improve services for the future”. The review will cover the years from 2021 to […]
PARENTING COLUMN: Using apps for a good purpose
Kids overindulging in screen time can lead to all sorts of battles at home, but this week, I’m focusing on the best app that my daughter uses on her tablet; Duolingo. According to a quick google search, Duolingo is the most popular language-learning platform and the most downloaded education app in the world, with more […]
Kilcar man graduates with degree in pharmacy
Patrick McNelis, from Kilcar, Donegal, who graduated with a 2:1 degree in Pharmacy. He would like to thank his father, Michael, his brother, Tony and his dissertation supervisor in 4th year, Dr. Ahmed Abuelhana for his help in getting him through the tough final year.
Victim impact statement not allowed in Danielle case
The mum Danielle McLaughlin has spoken of her upset at being denied to make a victim impact statement if her daughter’s murder accused is found guilty
Letterkenny Reunion to come to an end
Over thirty years since it came into existence, it has brought huge numbers of emigrants from abroad back to their home town.
Behavioural issues in children rising – Donegal analyst
Changes in how children spend their time is leading to increased behavioural issues, a Donegal practitioner has warned.
Letterkenny woman graduates with First Class Honours Degree
Mirren McFeely, Letterkenny, daughter of Anthony and Bernie McFeely, recently graduated from Ulster University Belfast School of Art with 1st Class Honours Degree Bachelor of Design, Graphic Design and Illustration. She has been chosen as a Graduate in Residence in her field for 24/25 at Belfast School of Art. If you have a graduation photograph […]
Letterkenny Regional Cultural Centre extends ‘green’ welcome
LETTERKENNY’S Regional Cultural Centre has launched a unique initiative in a bid to welcome newcomers to the county. The ‘Shared Roots’ initiative will see a ‘green’ welcome being given to newcomers to the county, with the kind gesture of a small plant from their new Shared Roots shelf. As moving to a new place can be challenging, the staff […]
Neurology Consultants for LUH welcomed
PLANS to appoint two neurological consultants between Letterkenny University Hospital and Sligo University Hospital have been welcomed. The announcement was welcomed by Councillor Gerry McMonagle at the Regional Health Forum, West meeting in Galway on Tuesday. Cllr McMonagle had pointed out in his question tabled to the Forum that “with over 46 per cent of the […]
Clarity sought on Milford care facility
by Kate Heaney NEWLY elected Councillor Declan Meehan called for clarity around Milford Health Centre this week. At Tuesday’s Regional Health Forum West meeting, he asked to know from the HSE’s Saolta Group when the new Primary Care Milford facility, which has been granted planning permission, might be opened for patient use. Advertisement The new building will […]