FORD Ireland has donated thousands of hygiene and personal care items to local organisations in Donegal. After transporting the items from Dublin on Saturday, Hygiene Hub Donegal volunteers packed and sorted them, along with additional supplies purchased by the team. They will now be distributed to local organisations such as Danú, We Care Food Bank […]
Breaking: Woman hospitalised after being struck by car in Letterkenny
A WOMAN has been taken to hospital after she was struck by a car in Letterkenny this evening. Gardaí responded to the incident, which occurred in the Oldtown area of the town, shortly before 5pm this evening. A garda spokesperson said: “There was no serious injuries reported. Advertisement “The pedestrian, a woman in her 30s, […]
Showcasing Donegal community support services at Tusla’s informative event
THE Tusla team in Donegal hosted a one-day Marketplace event this morning in the Vestry at St Conal’s, Letterkenny. This event provided an opportunity for Tusla and other professionals to find out more about Tusla funded community and voluntary providers and Family Resource Centres in Donegal. Representatives were able to connect and get a better […]
Thrills and spills at Donegal Skates
by Mia Regan THIS winter sees the welcome return of Donegal Skates after 15 years. Located at Kiltoy Roundabout, the ice skating experience is open to everyone. Advertisement On the opening weekend, ice skate goers were treated to a price of €12.95 for tickets. The full price is now €18, which is incredible value for […]
An Grianan Theatre to close for renovation works
An Grianan Theatre in Letterkenny has announced it is to close for renovation works. The popular venue will shut its doors on Sunday, December 7 until the new year to allow for building renovations and improvements. A spokesperson said: “Our friendly team will still be available during this time via phone and email for any […]
Defendant said Gardaí were ‘crooked b–tards’
A MAN who was being charged while in custody told the arresting Garda that all Gardaí in Letterkenny and Buncrana were “crooked b–tards”. Seamus Cooley, with a current address at Castlerea Prison, appeared at Monday’s sitting of Letterkenny District Court. He is charged with assaulting a Garda at St Jude’s Court, Lifford, on May 23, […]
Dark days for public lighting in rural areas
By Chris Ashmore A CALL for more public lighting in isolated communities has come from Cllr. Denis McGee who believes that along with a lack of footpaths, this is impacting on the safety and wellbeing of people in these areas. However, despite his representations current policy firmly favours public lighting in urban rather than rural […]
James celebrates his 80th birthday
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CELEBRATIONS are underway for well-known Letterkenny businessman James Grieve as he marks his 80th birthday today. James, who is a native of the Cullion Road, is best known locally for operating his garage in the heart of Letterkenny for the past 55 years. Born in 1945 to Mary and James Grieve, James attended Lurgybrack National […]
Eleven patients unable to be discharged from LUH
ELEVEN patients were unable to be discharged from Letterkenny University Hospital due to significant home help pressures. The figure, as of November 14, 2025, was revealed this week as home help waiting lists came under the spotlight. At Tuesday’s meeting of the Regional Health Forum, West, Councillor Ciaran Brogan sought information on the number of people […]