FOLLOWING a €2 million upgrade Waterworld in Bundoran has reopened their doors. Works began officially at one of Donegal’s most popular tourist attractions once the 2024 season closed in September and have been ongoing across the winter months. Waterworld has had extensive works done including the addition of a new entrance hall, refurbishment of the changing village […]
Councillor Tomás-Seán Devine appointed Chair of the DCB Committee
THE 100% Redress Party have confirmed that Councillor Tomás-Sean Devine has been appointed Chair of the Defective Concrete Blocks (DCB) Committee following a meeting that took place Monday, July 21. Councillor Devine takes up the role with immediate effect and has expressed his determination to drive improvements to the redress process for homeowners impacted by defective […]
Weather: Dry day with sunny spells
TODAY will be a dry day for most with isolated showers. There will be a fair amount of cloud around, though some bright or sunny spells will develop at times too. Highest temperatures of 15 to 19 degrees with a light to moderate west to northwest breeze. Advertisement Tonight, showers will continue to become more […]
Six hospitalised following three car collision
THREE vehicles were involved in a collision which took place on the N13 Letterkenny to Derry road in Speenogue, Bridgend on Sunday, July 20 at 4.45pm. The crash required a large number of emergency services and Gardaí to attend. Six people were brought to hospital following the crash. Advertisement Gardaí believe that no life threatening […]
TG4 invites Donegal people to feature in new Moving West series
THE people of Donegal have been invited to take part in the new season of Moving West. TG4 have announced the return of its acclaimed series, Moving West, for a much-anticipated fourth season. The series will be hosted by the beloved broadcaster Mary Kennedy. Advertisement The spotlight will shine on seven vibrant counties in the […]
Donegal artist invited to Anfield to present tribute to Liverpool star
By Róise Collins A DONEGAL artist says he is thrilled to be heading to Anfield tomorrow to present two handcrafted copper pieces to the current Premier League champions. Gaoth Dobhair man Neil Ferry and his 17 year old daughter Aoife, both lifelong Liverpool fans, say the invitation is “a dream come true.” Advertisement Neil created two […]
Donegal patients struggling to access cross-border healthcare scheme – Deputy Ward
A DONEGAL TD has highlighted issues with the Cross-Border Directive Scheme for Donegal constituents availing of dental treatments. Deputy Charles Ward said that many children in Donegal are forced to go across the border to access essential dental treatment. “This is not for cosmetic procedures, Minister, but for essential treatments, and many families are not […]
Car owners urged to step up security
GARDAÍ are calling on all car owners to step up security measures in the wake of two break-ins last weekend. A car had been parked in the car park at Dunree beach on Saturday, July 12 between 4.15pm and 7pm. When the owner returned she discovered that the front passenger window had been smashed. Advertisement […]
Green light for Milford nursing home extension
by Louise Doyle A NURSING home in Milford has been given the green light for a two-storey extension. Proposals were lodged with Donegal County Council in December 2024 by applicant Philip O’Donnell on behalf of Áras Uí Dhomhnaill for the extension to provide an additional 25 en-suite bedrooms with ancillary spaces. Advertisement The proposed plans further […]
Attacks on Letterkenny University Hospital nurses revealed
by Louise Doyle THE HSE has said ensuring the safety of employees is their top priority, as we can reveal there were 175 reported attacks on nurses at Letterkenny University Hospital in under three years. Figures released to this newspaper through a request under the Freedom of Information Act show that as of July 15 this year, there […]