A FRUSTRATED Tory Island resident is calling on the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht to come to the island to see for himself the urgent need for a new ferry. Islanders have long-awaited a promised ferry and pier project for seven years, but it has not come to fruition. Last month, Sinn Féin Spokesperson […]
Gardaí remain at scene of serious collision
Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene of a collision this afternoon. The road traffic collision occured at 11.20am this morning in Rashedoge. A garda spokesperson told the Donegal News: “Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision in Rashedoge, Co. Donegal that occurred at approximately 11:20am this […]
Man assaulted by three others in broad daylight
AN investigation is underway following an alleged daytime assault in Letterkenny after three males got out of a car and assaulted another man. The alleged assault occurred in the Long Lane area on Wednesday, June 11 at 3.10pm. Gardaí have said that a man was at that location when a car pulled in alongside him. Three […]
Weather: Dry day with hazy sunshine
TODAY will be mostly dry with hazy sunshine. Highest temperatures of 16 to 20 degrees with light winds. Tonight, any drizzle in the north will clear and it will become dry with clear spells overnight. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 8 to 12 degrees in light variable breezes.
Concert raises more than €7,500 for Donegal Domestic Violence Services
AN Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Councillor Niamh Kennedy presented a cheque of €7,525 to Dr. Marie Hainsworth, CEO of Donegal Domestic Violence Services, the proceeds of a special concert with Moya Brennan, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and guests. The concert took place in An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny, on Good Friday, April 18. The guest performers on the night included The […]
Meet Ollie the dog bringing joy to young hospital patients
Meet Ollie the therapy dog who is bring much joy to young hospital patients of the Saolta University Health Care Group. Ollie is an eight- year-old Malshi, he is the first four legged team member in the Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway (UHG). Every Thursday after a thorough brushing and grooming Ollie puts on […]
Two hospitalised after car left road and entered a field
A DRIVER and passenger were taken to hospital following when a vehicle left the road and entered a field. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the collision involving one vehicle that occurred on the R257 at Stramartin, Derrybeg, on Thursday, June 12 at approximately 11.18am. The vehicle involved was travelling from Lunniagh towards Derrybeg when it left the road […]
Weather: Cloudy morning with patchy rain and drizzle
THIS morning will be cloudy with patchy rain and drizzle clearing away. The cloud will break up later with plenty of sunshine and dry weather following. Highest temperatures of 16 to 19 degrees. Advertisement This evening there will be plenty of clear spells, dry weather and late sunshine. A touch more cloud will move in […]
Ice-rink plans for Letterkenny welcomed by local councillors
PROPOSALS to set up a temporary ice-skating rink in Letterkenny later this year have been given a warm reception by local councillors. Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council has been approached in relation to the proposed setting up of an ice-rink. It is understood that the site in question will be on council lands adjacent to the […]
End of an era as PJ and Majella Sweeney celebrate retirement
Many friends, family members and former colleagues came along to celebrate the retirement of PJ and Majella Sweeney who owned the Archview Lodge Nursing Home in Letterkenny for many years. The retirement celebrations took place in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny, on Saturday night. The evening began with a drinks reception followed by dinner and […]