by Louise Doyle A DONEGAL doctor who says she is aware unlicensed botox products are being unethically administered by unqualified people in hairdressing salons in the county has voiced her alarm. Dr Farah Mydin is calling for legislation around the use of anti wrinkle injections and dermal fillers to be prioritised by the government before more harm is done. […]
PARENTING COLUMN: Vanilla ice cream can work wonders when your child is sick
By Louise Flanagan My sister-in-law has three kids under four. Recently, a dreaded bug ripped through their house, with one poor tot after the other succumbing to bouts of nausea. It’s a common occurrence, unfortunately. Advertisement Young kids go through a phase where it seems to be one thing after the other – an ear […]
Average cost of a new build in Donegal now almost €290,000
According to the Daft.ie quarterly report published this week the average price of a three-bed semi in County Donegal was €219,789 on March 1, 2024. This showed a year on year increase of 13.2 per cent. Comparative prices in nearby counties were lower. In Sligo the cost was €202, 397 up just 7.7 per cent. […]
Gardaí warn dog owners to secure pets during lambing season
THIS week, Gardaí in Donegal reminded dog owners of the harm their pets can cause if let roam free or unsecured. “With dog ownership comes responsibility. “Secure your dog, have it microchipped and registered with your vet. Advertisement “At this time of year we often see issues with sheep kills when dogs attack livestock. “Dogs […]
Gardaí make a number of arrests over weekend
Gardaí continuing operate high visibility checkpoints and speed checks across Donegal.
Downings woman attends Daniel O’Donnell concert in Perth
A DOWNINGS woman has described Daniel O’Donnell as being one of Donegal’s “greatest exports” after she attended his recent show in Perth, Western Australia. Susan Coyle’s love for the country singer began ten years ago when she attended his concert in the Riverside Theatre at the Convention Centre in Perth. “Blown away” by his ability […]
Letterkenny aunt and niece enjoy Mary success 40 years apart
By Dionne Meehan LETTERKENNY woman Clare O’Donnell is following in her aunt’s footsteps as she prepares to represent Donegal in this year’s Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival. Inspired by her aunt Siobhan McDaid who held the same title in 1984, the Lurgybrack native went into the competition hoping history would repeat itself. Advertisement Speaking […]
Potential evidence seized in connection with drug haul on Donegal beach
By Dionne Meehan FOLLOWING searches in connection with the discovery of €4 million worth of suspected Cocaine along the North Donegal Coastline last July, Gardaí have seized items of potential evidential value this morning in Louth. These items included electronic devices and documents. Advertisement In a statement, Gardaí in Milford say they continue to investigate […]
Donegal woman among victims of Mayo crash
A woman killed in a crash that claimed three lives on Tuesday was originally from Donegal. Una Bowden, and her daughters Ciara (14) and Saoirse (11) were fatally injured when their car collided with a lorry on the on the N17 in Castlegar, outside of Claremorris, Co. Mayo. In an appeal for information, Gardaí urged […]
Writer of Derry Girls may be featuring Ramelton in new sitcom
By Dionne Meehan DERRY GIRLS writer Lisa McGee is hoping to feature scenes of Donegal in her new sitcom. Despite the new show being mainly set in Northern Ireland, location scouts have been seen checking out the heritage town of Ramelton this week. Said to have “really liked” the area in and around Gamble Square, […]