DONEGAL Senator Manus Boyle has called for the M1 toll fees to be scrapped on the day of the All- Ireland Gaelic football final, writes Aoife Doherty. Addressing the Dáil, Senator Boyle said Donegal supporters heading to Croke Park will already be under enough financial pressure without having to face toll fees on the journey. […]
TG4 invites Donegal people to feature in new Moving West series
THE people of Donegal have been invited to take part in the new season of Moving West. TG4 have announced the return of its acclaimed series, Moving West, for a much-anticipated fourth season. The series will be hosted by the beloved broadcaster Mary Kennedy. Advertisement The spotlight will shine on seven vibrant counties in the […]
Kerry are not a ‘one-man band’ – Patrick McBrearty
Donegal captain Patrick McBrearty admits that he didn’t know what to expect when himself and a number of Donegal players doorstepped Jim McGuinness in 2023 but is thankful the Glenties man made the decision to return to the setup, writes Matthew Wilson. Donegal GAA was at its lowest place in quite a while in 2023. […]
Volunteers needed as loneliness epidemic rises in Donegal
ALONE have issued a special appeal urging more people in Donegal to volunteer for their charity. ALONE supports thousands of older people to age at home. The charity is in need of support and befriending volunteers particularly in areas around Letterkenny and Buncrana where there’s a large number of older people in need of support. […]
Donegal artist invited to Anfield to present tribute to Liverpool star
By Róise Collins A DONEGAL artist says he is thrilled to be heading to Anfield tomorrow to present two handcrafted copper pieces to the current Premier League champions. Gaoth Dobhair man Neil Ferry and his 17 year old daughter Aoife, both lifelong Liverpool fans, say the invitation is “a dream come true.” Advertisement Neil created two […]
Donegal patients struggling to access cross-border healthcare scheme – Deputy Ward
A DONEGAL TD has highlighted issues with the Cross-Border Directive Scheme for Donegal constituents availing of dental treatments. Deputy Charles Ward said that many children in Donegal are forced to go across the border to access essential dental treatment. “This is not for cosmetic procedures, Minister, but for essential treatments, and many families are not […]
Car owners urged to step up security
GARDAÍ are calling on all car owners to step up security measures in the wake of two break-ins last weekend. A car had been parked in the car park at Dunree beach on Saturday, July 12 between 4.15pm and 7pm. When the owner returned she discovered that the front passenger window had been smashed. Advertisement […]
Green light for Milford nursing home extension
by Louise Doyle A NURSING home in Milford has been given the green light for a two-storey extension. Proposals were lodged with Donegal County Council in December 2024 by applicant Philip O’Donnell on behalf of Áras Uí Dhomhnaill for the extension to provide an additional 25 en-suite bedrooms with ancillary spaces. Advertisement The proposed plans further […]
Attacks on Letterkenny University Hospital nurses revealed
by Louise Doyle THE HSE has said ensuring the safety of employees is their top priority, as we can reveal there were 175 reported attacks on nurses at Letterkenny University Hospital in under three years. Figures released to this newspaper through a request under the Freedom of Information Act show that as of July 15 this year, there […]
Weather: Wet start to the day
RAINY conditions are expected this morning, with a chance of isolated thunderstorms. The rain will ease later this afternoon. Highest temperatures of 15 to 18 degrees in moderate winds. Advertisement Tonight, any lingering rain will clear early, leaving clear spells and isolated showers. Lowest temperatures of 12 to 14 degrees in light to northwest winds. […]