A MEMORABLE celebration took place at Letterkenny University Hospital last Sunday when the team from the Bear Run 74 paid a visit. The group brought with them not only a truckload of toys but also an array of beloved characters to entertain the children. Santa Claus made an appearance along with Stitch, The Grinch, and […]
Concerns over lack of mechanisms for students who leave jurisdiction
By Róise Collins CONCERNS have been raised regarding a lack of mechanisms to follow up on the movement of students who are seeking refuge in Donegal if they leave the jurisdiction. The query were raised by Sinn Féin councillor Albert Doherty during a recent meeting of the ETB, following discussions on the closure of accommodation […]
Sadness at passing of Grace Kelly, Bomany, Letterkenny
News of the passing of Grace Kelly, Bomany, Letterkenny, has been met with much sadness in the town. Ms Kelly (née Gallagher), died peacefully at her home today, surrounded by her loving family. A very well known lady and much loved neighbour and friend, Ms Kelly will be remembered for her warmth and kindness. Advertisement […]
NoWDOC opening times over Christmas
The NoWDOC service, which provides an urgent GP family Doctor service to patients of GP members in Co. Donegal and South Leitrim, has issued its Christmas/New Year opening hours. The service is designed to provide urgent GP care to patients and is not a substitute for the Emergency Ambulance Service, who are the appropriate service […]
Gardaí to ramp up checkpoints this festive season
by Louise Doyle TEN arrests were made in Donegal Division in the past week for driving under the influence. Six motorists were arrested for drug driving, while four arrests were made for drink driving. The figures, released by gardaí, come as gardaí warn of a continued road traffic enforcement operation this festive season. Advertisement The operation, which […]
Dry Arch Complex beard shave raises €10,000 for Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust
THE Dry Arch Complex beard shave held for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust in memory of Letterkenny man, Joseph Wilkie, has raised €10,000. The charity fundraiser, which was coordinated by Joe Langan, a staff member at the Dry Arch Complex, Letterkenny took place on Friday, November 29. Joe, along with his work colleagues, Barry Patton […]
Memorial mass for loved ones lost on our roads
By Róise Collins A POIGNANT mass held to remember victims of road traffic collisions was held in St Eunan’s Church in Raphoe last week. The mass was organised by local Parish Priest Fr Eamon Kelly. He was assisted by Fr Willie McMenamin and Fr Dinny McGettigan. Advertisement During the special memorial mass the names of […]
Women occupy higher paid roles in council – report
by Louise Doyle WOMEN occupy higher paid roles in Donegal County Council, according to findings contained in its Gender Pay Gap Report. The report, published yesterday, highlights the percentage difference between what men and women are paid on average in the organisation, irrespective of roles or levels. Advertisement The 2024 report shows a Gender Pay […]
Equipping Lettermacaward Health Centre delaying its reopening
by Louise Doyle THE process of equipping Lettermacaward Health Centre is delaying the reopening of the surgery. The practice has been closed for renovation works, with patients attending Glenties Primary Care Centre in the interim. Advertisement In a statement to the Donegal News, the HSE confirmed renovation works at Lettermacaward Health Centre have been completed, but […]
Man arrested following incident at Dungloe Post Office
A man was arrested in connection with an incident at the Post Office in Dungloe on Friday. There were reports of a disturbance on the premises at around lunchtime and the Post Office closed to the public soon after. It’s understood a customer became agitated and began threatening staff. Advertisement Gardaí last evening confirmed that […]