THE Tánaiste has been called on to step in and help secure funding to rebuild Raphoe Community Playgroup. The playgroup, a community-based childcare service, was forced to vacate its building last year after it was condemned due to the presence of defective concrete blocks. They are currently operating from a building deemed unfit for purpose. […]
Weather: Mostly dry day with a mix of cloud and sunny spells
This morning will be mostly dry with a mix of cloud and sunny spells. There will be some rain and drizzle in places, along with some hill fog. The rain will gradually clear north-westwards with better spells of sunshine developing. Advertisement Highest temperatures of 14 to 18 degrees in a light to moderate wind, fresher […]
Deaths in Donegal, Friday, April 4
The following deaths have taken place in Donegal: John (Eoin) Kelly, Letterkenny and Fintown Sean P. Gallagher, Bundoran Advertisement Rose (Rósha) Carr, Glencolmcille Frances Boyle, Barnesmore Hugh McFadden, Galway and Gweedore Charles David Moffitt, Dunfanaghy Ann McGrory, Fintown John (Eoin) Kelly, Letterkenny and Fintown The death has occurred of John (Eoin) Kelly, Driminaught, Newmills, Letterkenny […]
Twelve apartments approved for Milford
DONEGAL County Council is set to go ahead with the construction of 12 new apartments in the centre of Milford as part of its social housing plans. The 0.5 hectare site is owned by the council and is located between Milford Fire Station and the Education and Training Board premises. The development will comprise two […]
Family of Paul Buchanan offer their thanks
THE family of Paul Buchanan, the Ramelton man who has been missing since a kayaking incident off the Donegal coast last October, have offered their thanks to all who have helped them and continue to offer support. Today (Thursday) marks six months since Paul failed to return to Magheragallon Pier in Gaoth Dobhair after he […]
Green light for new homes in Oldtown – despite objections
COUNCILLORS have given the green light for the construction of a social housing development in the Oldtown area of Letterkenny – despite some local objections. Donegal County Council is planning to build 12 apartments and four semi-detached homes with a new vehicular entrance onto Gaeltex Drive, just off the Oldtown Road. The 0.42 hectare site […]
Anger over rise in illegal dumping in West Donegal
By Róise Collins COUNCILLORS in West Donegal have voiced their concern over the escalating issue of illegal dumping in the area, calling for stronger measures to tackle the problem. Cllr Michael McClafferty expressed his frustration, stating that the situation has spiralled out of control. Advertisement “Respect has completely gone out the window, and it must […]
Seán ‘Sailor’ Boyle wins National Hero Award
Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada student Seán Boyle was honoured with an ETB Hero Award at the ETB Excellence Awards in Croke Park last Thursday. The awards took place during ETB Week, which showcases Ireland’s sixteen ETBs and the services they provide to learners of all ages. The awards, hosted by former ETB learner and RTÉ Newsreader Ray […]
Meeting with parents and Minister Moynihan “positive and constructive” – McConalogue
A MEETING between Minister for Special Education, Michael Moynihan and parents of children looking to secure a place at Little Angels Special School in Letterkenny held in Leinster House on Wednesday evening has been described by Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, as positive and constructive. Speaking after the meeting, the Minister of State with special […]
Donegal nurse tells of harrowing ordeal of harassment from neighbour
A DONEGAL nurse has told of how she was left living in “a state of fear” and “feeling suicidal” following a sustained campaign of harassment over a 12-month period by her neighbour. Rebecca McCollum said she “still looks over her shoulder” and continues to attend counselling following the harrowing series of incidents perpetrated by Francis […]