THE community of Drumkeen has been left devastated following a tragic accident which claimed the life of a well-known local man.
Quiet Christmas for crime
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GARDAI have reported a low number of incidents over what they described as a relatively quiet Christmas period.
Septic tank registration lowest in Donegal
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THE latest figures on the payment of the septic tank registration fee show a huge variation around the State, with only 26 per cent of Donegal tank owners paid-up compared with 81 per cent of Kerry residents.
Letterkenny man dies in house fire
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By C.J.McGinley
THE 68 years-old Letterkenny man who died in a tragic house fire on the outskirts of the town, was yesterday (Thursday) described as a ‘kind, obliging neighbour and friend’.
Moya Doherty is latest ambassador for Donegal Gathering
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RIVERDANCE producer Moya Doherty has recently been announced as the latest ambassador for the Donegal Gathering.
Mother to sue Donegal VEC over daughter’s suicide
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THE mother of tragic teenage sisters Erin and Shannon Gallagher has launched legal proceedings against the local school authority, County Donegal VEC.
New grant scheme for septic tank upgrade
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HOUSEHOLDERS in Donegal who require an upgrade of their septic tank and waste water treatment systems will now be eligible for a grant, the Environment Minister announced this week.
First book on Great Famine in east Donegal is published
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THE first ever book dedicated to life in east Donegal before, during and after the Great Famine has just been published.
Senator to raise NAMA concerns again
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SENATOR Brian O’Domhnaill has said he will again raise concerns over NAMA after receiving what he claimed was an aggressive letter from the Agency.
Over 4,300 people on council housing list
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VER 4,300 people are in urgent need of housing in the county. Figures just released from Donegal County Council show 2,631 persons are presently on the Housing Waiting List for more than 18 months.