By Dionne Meehan LETTERKENNY DJ Rebūke (aka Reuben Keeney) is set to make his debut at one of the biggest music festivals in the world as he joins the Coachella line-up for 2024. Set to perform in front of 125,000 people in the Colorado Desert in California this April, the standout star said this opportunity […]
Alcohol Forum Ireland to hold Letterkenny briefing tomorrow
THE Sale of Alcohol Bill could pose ‘enormous’ risks to children’s rights in Ireland, a Letterkenny-based charity has warned. A briefing by Alcohol Forum Ireland to be held in Letterkenny tomorrow (Friday) will stress to politicians in Donegal how the government’s ‘pursuit of a night time economy that increases access to alcohol will be retrogressive […]
Death occurs of retired Garda Supt. Jim Gallagher
The sudden death took place at his Letterkenny home on Tuesday of retired Garda Superintendent Jim Gallagher. Originally from Corr Point in Leitirmacaward, Mr Gallagher, who lived at Fallard/Calhame in Letterkenny, was the Superintendent at Letterkenny Garda Station for many years. His funeral arrangements have been confirmed this evening. He will repose at the Eternal […]
New era for disability charity but funding issues remain crucial
by Louise Doyle THE Irish Wheelchair Association in Donegal has marked the dawn of a new era, but has said funding for its services remains a top priority. Owen McFadden has been appointed as Services Co-ordinator of IWA, a role that had been passionately held by Mary McGrenra for 23 years. Advertisement THE IWA was formed in 1960 by […]
Tender published for €7m housing development
A TENDER has been published for the development of a €7 million housing project on the Kilmacrennan Road in Letterkenny. The works will include the construction of 30 two and three storey social housing units on a brownfield site at Airde na Buaile. The scheme comprises of six one bedroom apartments, twenty two bedroom houses […]
‘Urgent intervention’ needed to save counselling service
by Louise Doyle CALLS are to be made today for an urgent intervention to ensure funding is made available for a vital counselling service for children in Letterkenny. Concerns emerged earlier this month when the service provider, Raphoe Diocesan Pastoral Services revealed that with “profound sadness and regret” it would be forced to close its doors […]
Young boy hospitalised after Letterkenny collision
Gardaí attended the scene of the collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian on the Ramelton Road on Monday at 6.55pm.
Polestar Roundabout still causing confusion for drivers
THE Polestar Roundabout in Letterkenny is still leaving some motorists confused. The traffic lights were installed at the busy roundabout in October last, as part of an overall upgrade of the four lane roadway from the Dry Arch Roundabout to the Polestar Roundabout. Some bedding in time was urged following the new infrastructure, and motorists […]
World Cancer Day webinar to be held in Letterkenny
AN event to mark World Cancer Day on Thursday will be held in the Central Library in Letterkenny. In association with the Irish Cancer Prevention Network and The National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) a free public webinar will be held from 1.00-2.15pm. This international health awareness webinar will feature experts presenting on how we can […]
Consultation event to consider two new cycle lane projects
By Diarmaid Doherty A public information event to consider two new ‘Active Travel’ projects in Letterkenny is being hosted by Donegal County Council later today (Monday). The event at Letterkenny Public Service Centre will focus on plans to introduce new cycle routes along Convent Road and Kilmacrennan Road. Advertisement The two new routes are among […]