MINISTER for the Gaeltacht Joe McHugh has today announced a €466,000 grant from his Department to help build a new community centre in Falcarragh. The Donegal TD signed off on the funding this morning and paid tribute to everyone involved in the ambition over a number of years to provide a new centre for […]
Flood relief scheme for small businesses
THE Red Cross will administer a flood relief scheme to help small businesses affected by flooding across the county. The emergency scheme is aimed at getting businesses back up and running. Announcing the initiative Minister Joe McHugh TD said he was “delighted” with the Government’s decision. “The scheme is a humanitarian support contribution towards the costs […]
Taoiseach outlines Government response to flooding
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has talked about the devastation and destruction Tuesday night’s flooding has cause the county of Donegal. He talks about the Governments response to the flooding, and what residents effected can expect in way of funding. Advertisement In response Government Chief Whip and Donegal TD Joe McHugh said: “Ministers and […]
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Muslim community makes big donation to local food bank
DONEGAL’S Muslim community has used its annual observance of Ramadan to raise €1,300 for Letterkenny’s food bank.
More rain misery on the way
The latest warning from Met Eireann comes as the county is still reeling from the impact of floods on Tuesday night.
Council continues to open roads
DONEGAL County Council is continuing to assess the impact of the heavy rainfall on roads in Donegal and can confirm the following road updates for the Inishowen area: R238 Three Trees – Debris Removal & Strengthening – Projected open to traffic 6pm this evening – single lane traffic with traffic lights R238 Cockhill – Debris […]
Flooding victims to get humanitarian assistance
SOCIAL Protection Minister Regina Doherty has activated a Humanitarian Assistance Scheme to help those worst hit by Tuesday night’s flood.
Foyle Ferry Service running extended hours today
The move is to facilitate the travel needs of cars and lorries travelling in those directions.