Woman shares symbol of peace for Christian Aid


By Paul McElwee A UNIVERSAL sign of peace, something which many pray for especially at this time of year -the dove – is set to play an integral part in the festive season for one Rossnowlagh native who is using the symbol to draw attention to humanitarian crises across the globe. Judith Hinchcliff, a parishioner […]

Private Rooney killing: UN to release documents


By Dionne Meehan Two  years on from the murder of Private Seán Rooney in Lebanon, his family are still being kept in the dark about the events surrounding his death. The 24-year-old, pictured below, from Newtowncunningham was killed when a convoy of Irish troops serving with a UN peacekeeping mission was ambushed and fired upon on […]

Gardaí issue appeal for missing Letterkenny man 


GARDAÍ are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 25-year-old Daithí Harvey who is reported missing from Letterkenny. Mr Harvey is missing since Saturday, December 14. A garda spokesperson said: “Daithí is described as being 6 foot 1 inch in height with a medium build. He has short, blonde hair and blue eyes. […]

Fire crews praised for quick response to Moville fire


By Dionne Meehan A DONEGAL councillor has praised emergency services for their quick response after a fire broke out at the old Gullaghduff Mill in Moville. Thankfully there were no injuries as a result of the blaze which broke out late on Friday afternoon. Advertisement Local councillor Martin Farren said it took almost seven hours for […]

Creating happy memories at Christmas time is more important than any gift


By Louise Flanagan Every so often, Letterkenny Babies Facebook page receives a message that resonates with hundreds of readers. Recently, one such message came in: “I hope this doesn’t come across as preachy, but as an older page member, I wanted to reassure younger parents who might be feeling under pressure this Christmas. Advertisement “My […]

Letterkenny prepares to host another Christmas Carol Trail


THE heart of Letterkenny will embrace the festive spirit as it hosts its annual Christmas Carol Trail on Friday, December 20. This cherished event, now in its 11th year, is organised collaboratively by the Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter, and Letterkenny Community Development Project along with the respective churches. It brings together the […]

National Inpatient Experience at LUH draws mixed findings


by Louise Doyle SEVENTY-nine per cent of people admitted to Letterkenny University Hospital said they had a ‘good’ to a ‘very good’ experience, but waiting times for admission needed improvement. That’s according to the findings of the National Inpatient Experience Survey 2024, published this week by Saolta. Advertisement Fifty-two questions, covering experiences from admission through to discharge, to […]

Bernie McTeague celebrates her 90th birthday


There were celebrations in the McTeague home at Glencar, Letterkenny recently to mark Bernie McTeague’s 90th birthday and the 64th wedding anniversary of Bernie and her husband Dan. The popular couple were joined by family members and close friends as family friend Monsignor Kevin Gillespie celebrated Mass for the occasion. Pictured with Bernie and Dan […]