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Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 79-year-old Anthony (Tony) Boyle who went missing from his home in Killylastin, Letterkenny this morning, (Tuesday 12th July 2022) It is understood Anthony left his home at approximately 9.30am this morning. Anthony is described as being 6 foot tall with a slim build. He

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Rossnowlagh, County Donegal on Monday, 18 April 2022. Shortly before 5pm, Gardaí and Emergency Services were alerted following a collision on the R231 at Killinangle More, Rossnowlagh, involving a motorcycle and a car. The motorcyclist, a man in his late 20s, was treated

Letterkenny University Hospital is asking people not to attend the Emergency Department in the coming days unless it’s absolutely necessary. Management say the period around St Patrick’s Day is always busy, and with two Bank Holidays this week, they are very concerned. Management say the Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital is very busy, and people

Paddy Diver has announced that he is stepping away from the 100% Mica Redress No Less Campaign. He made the announcement in a social media post on Tuesday evening blaming personal attacks on him and his family for the decision. He became the face of the 100% Redress No Less Campaign and organised protests in

A lucky Lotto player has won over €105,000 in Donegal. The Match 5 + Bonus winner won €105,046 each in Wednesday’s draw. The winning ticket was sold at Sharkey’s Service Station, Gweedore Road, Dungloe.

A record €5.64m in funding has been announced for Donegal under the Sports Capital & Equipment Programme. The funding will go towards numerous improvements to over 80 groups in the county including the development of clubhouse facilities, new dressing rooms and flood lighting. Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue, says the funding

NPHET says almost all Covid restrictions, including Covid Certs, can end in the coming days. It’s issued a letter to the government after a lengthy meeting earlier today. It’s understood it’s advised the 8pm curfew on hospitality can end, and nightclubs can reopen whenever the government sees fit. Paul Hosford, from The Irish Examiner, says

Two people remain in hospital this evening following a serious two vehicle collision on the N15 between Laghey and Ballintra. The crash, involving a car and an articulated lorry, occurred at 4.10pm. Two people were taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment of their injuries. Investigations are ongoing. The road is expected to remain closed

A Garda investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man’s body in “unexplained circumstance”. At approximately 7:30pm on Friday evening, the body of a man in his 50s was discovered lying in a laneway behind a row of houses in the vicinity of Knockalla Drive in Buncrana. The body remains at the scene.