POLICING plans in the run up to the festive season were on the agenda during a meeting of council members and An Garda Síochána today. Discussions focused on measures to support both the daytime and night-time economies at this crucial time of year for businesses. Councillor Ciaran Brogan, Mayor of Letterkenny Milford Municipal District, described Letterkenny as the “driving force” of […]
Three LUH staff recognised for making a difference in patients’ lives
THREE outstanding staff from Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) have been acknowledged for the difference they make in their patient’s lives. At a ceremony in the hospital on Friday, December 12, Aoife Kilcullen, Holly Dolan and Sinju Paddayatty Joyappan were chosen to receive a ‘DAISY Award’ after being nominated by co-workers and patients. Following the resounding success of the DAISY […]
Cash and bank cards among items stolen from car
DRIVERS are being urged to ensure their vehicle is always locked following the theft of a number of items including a sum of cash and a handbag from St Conal’s Hospital car park. A suede mustard coloured River Island Handbag, a black River Island purse, a small amount of cash and bank cards/drivers licence were […]
Man assaulted by a number of males
GARDAÍ are appealing for information after a man was reportedly assaulted by a number of males in an early morning incident Letterkenny. Gardaí responding to the report of a fight at Lower Main Street at 11.45am on Saturday, December 13, spoke with an injured man who stated that he had been assaulted by a number of […]
Man needed medical treatment following Letterkenny assault
A MAN had to receive medical treatment at Letterkenny University Hospital following an assault in Letterkenny. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the alleged assault on Lower Main Street, which occurred on Sunday, December 7 at 2.35am. The incident was only recently reported to gardaí. Gardaí have said that the man was reported to have assaulted as he […]
Donegal drivers caught speeding nearly double the limit during Christmas road safety campaign
Two drivers in Donegal were caught speeding at nearly double the speed limit during the second week of a national Christmas Road Safety Campaign. One driver was detected driving at 118km/h in a 60km/h zone on the N15 in Stranorlar, while a second driver was recorded traveling at 192km/h in a 100km/h zone on the […]
TCS Letterkenny staff support families in need this Christmas
Employees at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in Letterkenny have once again demonstrated extraordinary festive spirit, with over 100 staff members volunteering as ‘Secret Santas’ to ensure over 400 children across Donegal will receive gifts this Christmas. TCS have been contributing to the Donegal LifeStart Services Christmas Toy Appeal for the last three years, with this […]
Special festive carol trail in Letterkenny this Friday
Letterkenny will host its annual Christmas Carol Trail on Friday, December 19. The event, now in its 12th year, is organised collaboratively by Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter, and Letterkenny Community Development Project along with the respective churches. The evening will commence at 7.30pm with carols and readings at Trinity Presbyterian Church on […]
Santa Claus is coming to iMotors Letterkenny
Get ready for some holiday cheer! Santa Claus will be making a special visit to iMotors on Friday, December 19, from 2pm to 4pm. Bring the whole family to meet Santa, take photos, and share your Christmas wishes. This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the season and create lasting memories. Advertisement The event will […]
Cross-community conference celebrates Ulster’s ancient clans
PARTICIPANTS from Donegal, Mid Ulster and Monaghan met up in Dillon’s Hotel, for a cross-community, cross-border conference dealing with the Ulster ancient clans, and included visits to Rathmullen and Farsetmore on the outskirts of Letterkenny. The conference was organised by Ancient Clans project at the Rural Centre, Clogher, Donegal with support from PeacePlus programme, a […]