By Chris Ashmore THE Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council has called on the perpetrators of a wave of Gaza-related graffiti around the town to show restraint and “have a think about” what they are doing as it could be counter-productive. Cllr. Gerry McMonagle’s comments come following a weekend that saw many residents being shocked […]
Thousands of Donegal students start exams
By Róise Collins ALMOST 5,000 students across Donegal began their State Examinations yesterday morning. Of these, over 2,600 students are sitting the Junior Certificate, while close to 2,100 have commenced the Leaving Certificate. In addition, more than 200 students in the county are taking part in the Leaving Certificate Applied programme. Advertisement Nationally, a record number […]
Weather: Mix of sunny spells and scattered showers
TODAY there will be a mix of sunny spells and scattered showers, with the showers becoming more isolated this afternoon. Highs of 12 to 15 degrees in light to moderate winds. Tonight, further scattered showers will develop early on but they will quickly clear to isolated showers and clear spells. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 5 […]
Rathmullan Pier officially reopened last Friday
RATHMULLAN Pier was officially reopened last Friday by Minister Charlie McConalogue TD together with Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Niamh Kennedy. This major capital refurbishment project was delivered over a nine month period at a cost of over €4.5 million. The pierhead, which was constructed in 1957, is accessed by a 120m long viaduct […]
Susan Hamilton to be laid to rest on Friday
By Dionne Meehan DONEGAL’S latest road victim, Susan Hamilton, will be laid to rest on Friday. Ms Hamilton (74), from Manorcunningham, tragically lost her life when the car she was driving collided with a van on the R245 at Bunlin Bridge, Milford last Friday. Advertisement Her body was removed to Letterkenny University Hospital where a […]
Tourism boost as Travel Blog Exchange comes to Donegal
By Chris Ashmore DONEGAL is set to benefit from massive exposure as a result of a major four-day tourism-related event taking place in Letterkenny in September. The town has been selected to host the TBEX – Europe (Travel Blog Exchange), which is a major gathering for the travel blogging, influencer and content creator community. Advertisement […]
Cheque presented to Galway hospital in memory of Clement Gallagher
A very generous donation of €9,709 was recently presented to St Joseph’s Oncology Patient Comfort Fund at University Hospital Galway (UHG) in memory of the late Clement Gallagher from Inver who had been a patient in St Joseph’s Ward. The cheque was presented to the Oncology Patient Comfort Fund by Clement’s wife Kathleen Gallagher, Olive […]
Diabetes campaigners welcome recruitment of specialised staff
By Róise Collins THE Donegal Branch of Diabetes Ireland has welcomed the announcement of funding to recruit a new Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) for the adult diabetes service at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH). Chair of the Donegal Branch, Mr Paul Gillespie, welcomed the news, saying it was a “long time in coming.” Advertisement The group was […]
Damage caused to house following burglary in Oldtown
INVESTIGATIONS are underway following a burglary at a house in Letterkenny over the weekend. The incident occurred in the Oldtown area on Saturday, May 31 at approximately 10.50pm. A garda spokesperson said: “Entry was gained to a house and damage was caused within but nothing was stolen.” Advertisement Meanwhile, gardaí are appealing to anyone who […]
Gardaí appeal for witnesses after car set alight in Muff
INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing after a car was set alight in Muff last Thursday. The incident of criminal damage occurred in the area of Cannings Lane at approximately 4pm. A garda spokesperson said: “A number of youths were observed in the area just before the car went on fire. The fire services attended the scene and […]