A FRESH call has been made by the Mica Action Group (MAG) for Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien to meet with defective concrete block affected homeowners in a public meeting. In an open letter, the group stated it has been over a year since members requested a public meeting with Minister O’Brien to discuss concerns about the […]
HSE responds to Fahan Health Centre story
THE Health Service Executive have said they will continue to engage with local community representatives to allay any concerns with regard to the provision of the Public Health Nurse service to the Fahan area. The HSE was responding to a story in the Monday edition of the Donegal News which referred to changes in the […]
Death of Kathleen Doherty
THE death has occurred of Kathleen Doherty (née McCrory), 7 Ard Colmcille, Letterkenny. Ms Doherty passed away peacefully at Archview Lodge Nursing Home, Drumany, Letterkenny on Tuesday, August 13. Kathleen’s remains will be reposing at her late residence on Thursday, August 15 from 12 noon until 10pm, with rosary at 9pm. Advertisement Requiem Mass will […]
Funeral arrangements confirmed for Sinead Fisher
THE death has occurred of Sinead Fisher, 31 Coylin Court, Ramelton. Sinead passed away peacefully at the Donegal Hospice surrounded by her loving family and friends on Tuesday, August 13. The Ramelton woman was well-known in her local community and also in Letterkenny. She enjoyed a highly successful career at Letterkenny University Hospital where she […]
Revenue seize €390,000 contraband in Donegal and Dublin
Revenue officers seized contraband worth approximately €390,000 during the course of numerous unrelated operations in Dublin and Donegal.
Support urgently needed as back-to-school costs soar in Donegal
WITH the back-to-school season upon us, families across Donegal are feeling the immediate strain of rising education-related expenses. The Donegal Food Response Network, supported by the Donegal Local Development Company (DLDC), has urgently launched its back-to-school appeal for donations to your local community groups, helping those most affected by these financial pressures. In response to this growing […]
Pringle criticises HSE’s silence on Ardara GP
By Tara McCormack INDEPENDENT TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, and independent Senator Eileen Flynn have strongly criticised the HSE for failing to provide clear answers regarding the appointment of a new GP for the Ardara community. With just days remaining until the current GP, Dr. Mirelle Sweeney, leaves her position, the community is still in […]
Time to finally make Lough Salt road safe
By Dionne Meehan THE BROTHER of a man who tragically lost his life in a road collision at Lough Salt in 2004 is calling for the road to be made safe once and for all. Prompted to speak out following two recent collisions in the area, Con Duffy said he doesn’t want to see another […]
RTÉ Radio Special to uncover delightful Donegal this weekend
DONEGAL’S cultural identity will be celebrated on RTÉ Radio 1’s ‘The County Measure’ this weekend. Join writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods as he uncovers the vibrant arts, history, heritage, sport, and diverse communities of the county on Sunday, August 18 at 10am on RTÉ Radio 1. From the admirable volunteer spirit on Árainn Mhór, to […]
Donegal’s Harvey’s Point ranked among best value honeymoon hotels in Ireland
WITH its picturesque landscapes and historical culture, Ireland has become one of the most sought-after honeymoon destinations with searches on Google for ‘romantic getaway Ireland’, seeing a 128% increase in searches year on year worldwide. With that being said, by analysing data from Tripadvisor, Diamonds Factory Ireland has uncovered the best value honeymoon hotels in Ireland. […]