On a December morning in 2023, the day started out like any other for Jamie Timoney. The Letterkenny man walked into his classroom to teach English at Coláiste Bhaile Chláir in Claregalway, Co Galway, as he did every day. At some point, Jamie had a class of sixth year students, no doubt preparing for their … Read more
A young Letterkenny man has been fined €400 after being caught with cocaine in a Letterkenny hotel. Felix Connors appeared before Letterkenny District Court charged with two drugs offences. The 19-year-old, with an address at Canal Road in Letterkenny, was represented by solicitor Michael Shiel. Garda Sergeant Jim Collins outlined the details of both cases … Read more
Advertisement A sensational Rod Stewart Story tribute show is coming back to Donegal for one night only this September! Sunday, 6th September is the date to mark in your diary as the hit show ‘Some Guys Have All The Luck – The Rod Stewart Story’ makes its highly anticipated return to The Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. The … Read more
A walk to raise awareness about Parkinsons will take place at Bernard McGlinchey Town Park, Letterkenny. Organised by Parkinson’s Ireland – A Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s – will take place in 20 locations across the country on Saturday, 11 April at 11am as part of Parkinson’s Awareness Month. The event aims to raise … Read more
People living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and their families are invited to a free information event in Letterkenny. The event will feature expert speakers addressing both the medical and well-being aspects of living with MS. The event, organised by MS Ireland, will take place at the Clanree Hotel on Saturday, March 28 at 11am. It … Read more
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is hosting a free, comprehensive training day in Letterkenny next month specifically designed for people caring for a family member or friend living with dementia. The session will take place on Monday, March 2, at the Safetech building in Letterkenny, running from 10am to 4pm. The workshop aims to provide … Read more
A man has pleaded guilty to violent disorder in Letterkenny and also to drug-dealing in the town. Martin McCarthy, who is in custody at Castlerea Prison, was brought before Letterkenny Circuit Court. The 36-year-old of Cashelshanaghan, Letterkenny, pleaded guilty to four charges when he was arraigned before Judge John Aylmer. McCarthy tendered a guilty plea … Read more
Skechers has officially opened the doors to its brand-new Outlet store at Unit 8, Letterkenny Retail Park. The launch marks the brand’s first location in Donegal and its 25th store nationwide. The opening has created 15 new jobs locally and adds to the growing retail offering at Letterkenny Retail Park. The store opened on Friday, … Read more
Country music star Lisa McHugh has been forced to cancel her comeback concert after being hospitalised with sepsis, a potentially life threatening condition. Lisa McHugh in Lough Erne estate(Image: Terrie Burton/RSVP Country) Country star Lisa McHugh has revealed that she had been hospitalised and diagnosed with sepsis, a potentially very dangerous illness if it is … Read more
The new 110 Bed Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility, currently under construction on Kilmacrennan Road, is on track for completion in 2026. The new facility will provide a significant boost in capacity for the care of older people across Letterkenny and the wider county of Donegal. The new 110-bed unit is a major enhancement of health … Read more