Pandemic border closures had ‘major impact’ on Donegal hospital staff


BORDER closures during the pandemic had a major impact on patients and hospital staff from Donegal, the Covid Inquiry was told this week. Altnagelvin Hospital’s close proximity to Derry’s border with Donegal created problems for staff and patients during the Coroavirus pandemic. The former medical director of the Western Health Trust, Dr Catherine McDonnell, told the UK Covid-19 […]

TV presenter Timmy Mallet says Donegal border is ‘bonkers’!


By Dionne Meehan A WELL-KNOWN TV personality found himself in Donegal this week and discovered some of the complicated issues facing those who live along the border. TV presenter Timmy Mallett was spotted in the county as he cycles around Ireland and the UK for charity. Advertisement Best known for presenting popular children’s programmes such as […]

Police appeal for information after stolen car found in Donegal 


POLICE are appealing for information and witnesses after a vehicle was stolen in Strabane and driven over the border to County Donegal where it was located, 18 miles away, stripped of its parts. The theft came to light after a burglary was reported at a house in Bracken Gate in Strabane on Sunday morning, March […]

Collision on road close to Donegal border


EMERGENCY services are currently at the scene of a collision close to Nixon’s Corner, Derry.  The collision occurred on the Letterkenny Road in Derry earlier this morning. Diversions are in place at the junction of Lone Moor Road. Police are currently in attendance and motorists are advised to seek alternative routes.

Public notice for people living in, or visiting, the border counties on Sunday


On Sunday, April 23, between 3pm and 4pm, the UK Government will test a new Emergency Alerts service across the UK, including Northern Ireland. People living in, or visiting, the border counties may receive a message on their phone or mobile device, followed by an audio alert and a vibration of up to ten seconds. […]