FOURTEEN motorists were arrested driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs over the bank holiday weekend. Between Friday and Monday, there were 12 arrests for drink driving related offences. There were two arrests for drug driving. Gardaí have reiterated calls for all road users to act responsibly when it comes to road safety.
People urged to use other care options before presenting at Emergency Department
OVER the June Bank Holiday weekend, Health Officials in the North West are asking people to consider all care options before presenting at Emergency Departments. Health Services are advising the public that there will be large numbers attending Emergency Departments this weekend and they will be prioritising those in need of urgent and emergency care. […]
Warning over risk of fires as good weather continues
PEOPLE going to the beach over this bank holiday weekend are being urged not to light fires or barbecues. The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and gardaí have warned they are ramping up safety patrols on beaches, coastal areas and on roads this bank holiday weekend. One woman contacted the Donegal News after a “scary experience” at […]