CONCERNS have been raised about the condition of one of the last remaining iconic railway arches. The railway arch at Upper Corkey, Manorcunningham is covered in ivy and is in need of remedial repairs. The railway arch was part of the rail route from Derry, Letterkenny to Burtonport. Advertisement This section of railway line was […]
Cllr Harley set to become Mayor
THE new Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council is set to be elected at Monday’s Annual General Meeting of the Council. Fine Gael Councillor Martin Harley is tipped be elected to the position, taking over from Fianna Fáil’s Liam Blaney. Speaking to the Donegal News the Ballybofey native said he is both excited and nervous to be […]
Drought in reservoir causing water outages for residents
By Róise Collins THE Lough Mourne reservoir in the Finn Valley is experiencing drought conditions following the long period of very dry weather. This has resulted in many residents facing water outages. Advertisement 24 of the 711 water treatment plants nationwide are currently experiencing drought conditions, including Lough Mourne which is located between Ballybofey and […]
Local councillor voices support for President’s neutrality comments
AN Independent councillor believes Michael D Higgins should be thanked for highlighting the ‘dangerous undermining of Irish neutrality currently being facilitated by the coalition government.’ It comes as the government is holding Consultative Forums, starting today, on Irish Neutrality and President Michael D Higgins voiced his concerns about deviating from Ireland’s traditional policy on neutrality. In […]
New intimate venue set to host third live performance
By Róise Collins A new music venue in Killybegs is preparing to host their third live this Sunday with performances from some of the county’s most exciting young musicians. The Music Loom is a stunning venue is located in the old carpet factory in Killybegs, which is home to the largest hand-knotted loom in the […]
Teenage girl treated in hospital after attack in Ballybofey
A TEENAGE girl had to be treated in Letterkenny University Hospital for injuries sustained in an attack. The 17-year-old was walking with a friend in the laneway between the car park at Main Street, known locally as McElhinneys car park and Chestnut Road in Ballybofey, on Tuesday, June 13, at 7pm, when she was approached by a group of […]
Mica Action Group sent ‘urgent letter’ to Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue
THE Mica Action Group has sent an ‘urgent letter’ to Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue to mark the one year anniversary of the refusal of pre-legislative scrutiny. It is the one year anniversary of when homeowners were refused full pre-legislative scrutiny of the Defective Concrete Blocks Act on the grounds of urgency – to speed up […]
Delicious Donegal Collaboration Between Little Mammas Gelato and The Milk Bar
Two Donegal businesses have come together in a delicious collaboration to tantalise the taste buds. Donegal Town-based Little Mammas Gelato and The Milk Bar in Carrigans have joined forces to create a range of irresistible frozen gelato made with Donegal milk, ensuring the highest quality and freshness in every scoop. Founded by Jon Geary, Little […]
Everyone encouraged to Check the Register as Local Authorities begin update campaign
The Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan, T.D. has called on electors and potential electors to engage with the latest Check the Register campaign. The campaign aims to encourage everyone, including those already registered to vote, to go to checktheregister.ie and either confirm or update their details. In a year when […]
Mystery of the first Donegal Rally solved
By Emma Ryan THE mystery of the first Donegal Rally has been solved. The team at the Donegal County Museum has answered the Donegal International Rally organiser’s call and have found the information about the first ever rally held here in Donegal. Advertisement Last week, we featured a picture of Philip Nicholson with possibly the first ever […]