Donegal Coroner Dr Denis McCauley has offered a number of recommendations following the conclusion of an inquest into the death a newborn baby which took place in Letterkenny last week. The inquest into the death of baby Bláithín O’Riordan took place over a two-day sitting of the coroner’s court in Letterkenny Courthouse. She died just […]
Fewer Garda checkpoints in Donegal as drug driving soars – Ní Mhurchú
THERE has been a 10.3 per cent fall in drink and drug driving checkpoints in Donegal, while the number of drug driving cases before the district courts has soared. That’s according to latest analysis provided by EU Transport Committee MEP, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú. The analysis shows that there were 463 Mandatory Intoxicant Checkpoints (MIT) in Q3 2024, dropping […]
Decade long delays in Donegal’s flood relief schemes
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A DONEGAL County Councillor has raised concerns over the ongoing delays in flood relief schemes across the county. As the southeast of the country continues to struggle with flooding, worsened by persistent heavy rainfall in recent days, Cllr Noel Jordan has highlighted that several areas severely affected by flooding in Donegal are still awaiting construction […]
Subsidence and wet rot found in Donegal courthouse
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By Ken Foxe AN historic 19th-century courthouse was shut after inspectors found signs of subsidence, “wet rot” in the judge’s chambers, and a ceiling that had already partially collapsed. Records on the closure detail the exceptionally poor condition of the building, with the Office of Public Works concluding it was completely unsafe for use. Advertisement […]
Plans lodged for residential care home accommodation in Letterkenny
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Plans have been lodged for a community home in Letterkenny for the provision of residential accommodation and care. Applicant Graded Homes Limited have submitted proposals to Donegal County Council for the change of use from a residential dwelling to community dwelling home, providing 11 bedrooms, at Oatlands, Ramelton Road. The proposed development comprises the construction of a two-storey […]
Heritage concerns prompt appeal over Raphoe development
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AN appeal has been lodged against planning permission for a new development in Raphoe, with concerns raised over heritage, landscape protection and potential impacts on the Beltany Stone Circle. Planning permission for the development at Tops Farm was given the green light by Donegal County Council. The application, submitted by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the […]
Tributes paid to Joe Mulholland following his passing
There has been much sadness following the passing of Joe Mulholland, who was the founder and driving force behind the MacGill Summer School in Glenties. The former Managing Director of RTÉ Television died yesterday in Dublin aged 85 after a long illness. Born in 1940, Dr Mulholland grew up the eldest of a family of […]
Designated routes across Donegal to be treated tonight
As temperatures drop, Donegal County Council has confirmed that all designated gritting routes will be treated from 7pm tonight, Sunday. The routes are as follows: 01: National Primary North 02: National Primary Central 03: National Primary South 04: Inishowen South 05: Inishowen East 06: Inishowen West 07: Milford South 08: Milford North 09: Cill Ulta […]
Gardaí at the scene of three car collision in Stranorlar
Gardaí are currently at the scene of a collision involving three cars at Dunwiley, Stranorlar. “There are no initial reports of any serious injuries,” a garda spokesperson confirmed. Emergency services remain at the scene and further details will be provided when received. Advertisement
House building in Letterkenny to surge in next two years
By Chris Ashmore A surge in house building is expected in Letterkenny over the next few years as planning queries and applications are now at their highest since 2021. In his report to the January meeting of Donegal County Council, Chief Executive, John McLaughlin, stated that recent trends show there has been an increase in the […]