Water restrictions have been put on families and households Overnight water restrictions for Pettigo area due to high demand for treated water, Uisce Eireann has revealed. A spokesperson revealed there is no end in sight to the restrictions. Advertisement He said: “Uisce Éireann is asking customers in Pettigo and surrounding areas to be mindful of […]
Town Team could be on the way for Milford
DONEGAL County Council will initiate talks in Milford with the view of establishing a Town Team. Cllr Declan Meehan, who is a native of the town, asked for a Town Team to be set up with all relevant stakeholders. The Independent councillor brought the motion to the July meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District (MD). Advertisement […]
Factory worker attacked woman after picking her up at nightclub
By Declan Brennan A factory worker who choked and sexually assaulted a young woman down a dark alleyway has been jailed for six years. Mohamed Hallam, an Algerian national living in Donegal since 2023, attacked the woman after picking her up in a nightclub when she was out with friends in Letterkenny. Advertisement After a […]
Visibility issues along dual carriageway raises concerns for motorists
A SAFETY assessment has been carried out at Manorcunningham Roundabout after visibility concerns were raised by motorists. Cllr Donal Coyle submitted a motion to the July meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District (MD) after speaking with concerned drivers. “On the island at the roundabout, the trees and foliage are causing problems with visibility for motorists,” he […]
‘Urgent intervention’ needed to tackle speeding in Kilmacrennan
DONEGAL County Council will write to Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) regarding speeding concerns in Kilmacrennan. A motion calling for the TII to implement “urgent traffic calming measures” on the N56 road through the village was passed at the July meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District (MD). The speed limit through Kilmacrennan village is 50kmh, however proposals […]
Call for Woodland National School’s inclusion in road safety programme
ROAD safety issues at Woodland National School have sparked calls for the school to be included in the Safe Routes to School programme. Parents of pupils at the school have highlighted issues with cars parking along entrances outside the school, according to Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly. Speaking at the July meeting of the Letterkenny-Milford Municipal […]
Creeslough families hope meeting with Taoiseach will bring answers
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FAMILIES affected by the Creeslough tragedy will meet the Taoiseach at the end of this month – but one parent says he hopes the meeting isn’t just a ‘box-ticking’ exercise. Last month, relatives of those who were killed and injured in an explosion on October 7, 2022, took their campaign for truth and answers to Leinster […]
50th Burtonport Festival off to a brilliant start
GLORIOUS weather greeted visitors as Burtonport’s 50th Summer Festival opened its nine-day programme on Friday. The milestone celebrations built through the weekend with so much happening for young and old. It was an full of memories and nostalgia as festival founders David Alcorn and Mick Maloney returned to officially open the 50th festival following a […]
In pics: Sunshine and fun at Sult Féile in Gaoth Dobhair
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THE Sult Féile in Gaoth Dobhair is fast becoming one of the best events on the Irish summer festival scene. The brilliant sunshine and big crowds ensured this weekend’s Sult celebrations were another major success. It was a fantastic two days of entertainment, festival fun and some wonderful music with Sigala headlining on Friday night […]
WEDDING GUIDE: Begin your forever at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel
THERE is something truly magical about a Donegal wedding. The sweeping coastal views, breathtaking scenery and renowned Irish hospitality create the perfect backdrop for a day that will be remembered forever. At the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, those moments are brought to life with elegance, experience and a personal touch. Overlooking the waters of Lough Swilly, […]