LETTERKENNY woman Frances Gallagher has been remembered for leading a life devoted to companionship, friendship and family at her requiem Mass. Ms Gallagher, of 8 Gaeltex Drive, Oldtown, passed away peacefully in the Donegal Hospice on Wednesday, December 31. Requiem Mass took place in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny on Friday. Advertisement Growing up, Ms Gallagher […]
Decision due tomorrow on proposed housing development
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A DECISION is expected tomorrow on whether a proposed housing development in Letterkenny, which has drawn objections from residents, will be given the green light. Applicant Letterkenny Rosemount Homes Limited lodged plans with Donegal County Council on November 6, 2025. Planning permission is being sought for a period of ten years for the development, consisting […]
‘A beautiful, caring soul’ – death occurs of Áilbhe Hines, Letterkenny
THERE is much sadness in Letterkenny following the passing of Áilbhe Hines, Cashel Park, Letterkenny. Áilbhe, who was originally from College Farm Road in Letterkenny, was very well known and her passing, which occurred at her home, is deeply by her family, many friends and the artistic community. She worked as a facilitator with Change […]
Cars stolen in separate incidents
GARDAÍ are investigating the theft of two cars in separate incidents. On Tuesday, December 23, between 9am and 8pm, a black Peugeot 5008, registration number 11 KE 7800’ was stolen from Knocknamona Park, Letterkenny. Anyone who may have travelled in that area with a dash-cam between those times is urged to make the footage available to gardaí. Advertisement A […]
New superintendent appointed to Letterkenny Garda Station
A NEW superintendent has been appointed to Letterkenny Garda Station. Siobhan Mollohan has been promoted to the position of superintendent with responsibility for the Donegal North Community Engagement Functional Area, Donegal Garda Division. Letterkenny Garda Station has been without a superintendent for almost two years following the promotion of Goretti Sheridan to Chief Superintendent for […]
Fans urged to plan ahead for Donegal v Derry game at O’Donnell Park
GARDAÍ have issued advice ahead of the Dr McKenna Cup clash between Donegal and Derry at O’Donnell Park tomorrow, urging match-goers to plan their travel and parking carefully. Ahead of the 1.30pm throw-in, gardaí advise attendees to arrive early, use town parking in Letterkenny, and walk to the grounds. Alternatively, a free shuttle bus will […]
Anne McGlinchey remembered for her faith and devotion to family
LETTERKENNY woman Anne McGlinchey was remembered for her strong faith and profound love for her family, at her requiem Mass on Friday. Ms McGlinchey, of 7A Beechwood Avenue, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, December 23. Requiem Mass took place on Friday, December 26 in St Eunan’s Cathedral. Advertisement Speaking at Mass, Chief […]
A slow start, but local retailers report busy trade over Christmas
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CHRISTMAS TRADE in Letterkenny saw a slow start to December, but the month ended on a high note, despite the challenges facing both retailers and consumers. Jimmy Stafford, President of the Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, was on the ground this week meeting with local businesses to gather feedback following what is typically the busiest time […]
Thousands of patients left waiting on trolleys at LUH in 2025
CLOSE TO 6,500 patients were admitted to hospital without a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) in 2025, according to figures released by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) TrolleyWatch. Last year, 2,250 patients were left waiting on trolleys in the Emergency Department, while an additional 4,234 patients were without beds in wards across […]
Letterkenny’s Kelley Higgins to appear on Late Late Show News Year’s Eve special
AFTER a spectacular year of round tables and banishments, The Traitors winner Kelley Higgins will appear on TV screens once again. This time, Kelley will feature as a guest on The Late Late Show’s New Year’s Eve special. Kelley, from Letterkenny, won viewers’ hearts after completing The Traitors series as a faithful. Advertisement Along with […]