‘Flashbacks’ among some women who gave birth


A COUNSELLOR has warned of an expected rise in post-traumatic stress if maternity restrictions continue in Letterkenny University Hospital. Debbie Kremer is a maternal counsellor with Nurture Health. The national organisation provides counselling services in Donegal to women and their partners experiencing maternal mental health difficulties. Under current restrictions at LUH, a nominated support partner […]

Donegal couples eager to move weddings to Omagh hotel


AN Omagh hotel has received several enquiries from Donegal couples who are eager to move their wedding to the North due to the Covid-19 restrictions. Currently, only 50 people are allowed to attend a wedding reception in Donegal, while in the North, venues are risk assessed on the number of guests permitted and are able […]

Easing of lockdown restrictions agreed


THE Government has agreed to ease lockdown restrictions from May 10. On May 10, hairdressers will reopen, along with libraries, museums and galleries, and team sports training will also resume. Intercounty travel can also resume from May 10. Advertisement Up to 50 people will be allowed to attend religious services including weddings, funerals and masses […]

Hotels report massive cancellations over weekend


TERRY McEniff has been in the hotel business his entire life. After losing three and a half months of business to lockdown earlier this year, he thought he faced the worst the industry could experience. But with Donegal moving to Level 3 from midnight on Friday, the hotel sector is facing further uncertainty. Mr McEniff […]