Sadness at passing of Grace Kelly, Bomany, Letterkenny


News of the passing of Grace Kelly, Bomany, Letterkenny, has been met with much sadness in the town. Ms Kelly (née Gallagher), died peacefully at her home today, surrounded by her loving family.  A very well known lady and much loved neighbour and friend, Ms Kelly will be remembered for her warmth and kindness. Advertisement […]


Gardaí to ramp up checkpoints this festive season


by Louise Doyle TEN arrests were made in Donegal Division in the past week for driving under the influence. Six motorists were arrested for drug driving, while four arrests were made for drink driving. The figures, released by gardaí, come as gardaí warn of a continued road traffic enforcement operation this festive season. Advertisement The operation, which […]


Deaths in Donegal, Sunday morning, December 22


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal:  – Grace Kelly, Bomany, Letterkenny – Noreen Bourke, Ballintra Advertisement – Joe Hutchinson, Bridgend – Michael McGlynn, Bruckless – Paddy Elliott, Lettermacaward – Dale Latendresse, Newtowncunningham   Grace Kelly, Bomany, Letterkenny The death has taken place of Grace Kelly (née Gallagher), Bomany, Letterkenny, F92 TV76. She died […]


Memorial mass for loved ones lost on our roads


By Róise Collins A POIGNANT mass held to remember victims of road traffic collisions was held in St Eunan’s Church in Raphoe last week. The mass was organised by local Parish Priest Fr Eamon Kelly. He was assisted by Fr Willie McMenamin and Fr Dinny McGettigan. Advertisement During the special memorial mass the names of […]


Women occupy higher paid roles in council – report


by Louise Doyle WOMEN occupy higher paid roles in Donegal County Council, according to findings contained in its Gender Pay Gap Report. The report, published yesterday, highlights the percentage difference between what men and women are paid on average in the organisation, irrespective of roles or levels. Advertisement The 2024 report shows a Gender Pay […]


Equipping Lettermacaward Health Centre delaying its reopening


by Louise Doyle THE process of equipping Lettermacaward Health Centre is delaying the reopening of the surgery. The practice has been closed for renovation works, with patients attending Glenties Primary Care Centre in the interim. Advertisement In a statement to the Donegal News, the HSE confirmed renovation works at  Lettermacaward Health Centre have been completed, but […]


Man arrested following incident at Dungloe Post Office


A man was arrested in connection with an incident at the Post Office in Dungloe on Friday. There were reports of a disturbance on the premises at around lunchtime and the Post Office closed to the public soon after. It’s understood a customer became agitated and began threatening staff.  Advertisement Gardaí last evening confirmed that […]


Deaths in Donegal, Saturday morning, December 21


The following deaths have taken place in Donegal:  – Michael McGlynn, Bruckless – Paddy Elliott, Lettermacaward Advertisement – Dale Latendresse, Newtowncunningham – Esther Mahon, Ballyshannon – Margaret Bradley, Letterkenny – Willie O’Connor, Carndonagh   Michael McGlynn, Bruckless The death has occurred of Michael McGlynn Bruckless, formerly Dunkineely. He died peacefully on Friday at the Harbour […]


Elderly woman targeted in unsavoury incidents


by Louise Doyle THE son of an elderly woman targeted in a series of unsavoury incidents has called on whoever is responsible to desist from their cruel behaviour. Eamonn McGinley has told of how his mother, Madge, has been left heartbroken after precious family photographs were defaced in recent weeks. Advertisement The vandalised photos, were part of an exhibition […]