Members of Fórsa trade union working for the HSE will take part in a lunchtime protest today from 1pm at Letterkenny University Hospital. The lunchtime protest, organised by Fórsa, the INMO and Siptu, continues a series of protests by health workers, organised in response to the HSE’s suppression of thousands of health posts. Fórsa has […]
Fine Gael unlikely to retain seat – TG4 poll
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Fine Gael are unlikely to retain the seat won by Joe McHugh in 2020, according to the poll.
Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup renamed in memory of Creeslough victim Leona Harper
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THE Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup has been renamed in memory of Leona Harper. Leona (14), who played for Letterkenny Rugby Club, sadly lost her life following a tragic explosion in Creeslough in 2022. She was one of ten people who passed away following the tragic incident.
CCTV footage being examined after Letterkenny assault
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CCTV is being examined after a man was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries sustained in an assault carried out out by a group of youths.
NoWDOC in Letterkenny to relocate next week
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The HSE has said atients will not be affected by the relocation of the services.
Day services at Ballyshannon Community Hospital welcomed
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The HSE has confirmed the commencement of vital day services at Ballyshannon Community Hospital following the recruitment of necessary staff. The commitment comes following the opening of the long-stay beds at the South Donegal hospital earlier this week. The hospital was launched last April with a commitment of 52 long-stay beds, 20 short-stay beds, and […]
Road works commence on the R259 Dungloe to Burtonport
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ESSENTIAL road works will begin on the R259 Dungloe – Burtonport road at Lackenagh today. There will be a stop/go traffic management system in place for the duration of the works which will be carried out over two days. Traffic management will be in place from 8am to 5pm on both days. Advertisement The exact […]
Yellow snow and ice warning for Donegal extended
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A YELLOW snow and ice warning for Donegal has been extended until 11am today. Possible impacts of this weather may include poor visibility and difficult travel conditions. Meanwhile, a yellow low temperature/ice warning for Ireland will come into effect at 8pm tonight. Advertisement Temperatures are set to plummet as low as -3 today and into […]
Weather: Very cold and wintry day ahead
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THIS morning will be very cold with outbreaks of rain gradually turning to sleet and possibly snow over higher ground. Sunny and dry spells will develop this afternoon with highest temperature of 3 to 6 degrees in a chilly breeze. Tonight will be mostly dry with clear spells. Advertisement A few showers will drift in […]
New smart ring buoys in place at 20 locations around the county
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By Chris Ashmore TWENTY life buoys around Donegal have been fitted with special sensors to detect if they are removed from their stands. It’s all part of a pilot project to try and ensure that more lifebuoys are in place when there is an emergency, and is a direct response to theft and vandalism issues. […]