By Annie Flynn THE new owner of part of the ancient Devenish Island has said he is open to ideas about how the island could be used in the future. Businessman and senior member of the Orange Order David Mahon has purchased part of the island on Lower Lough Erne. The purchase also includes two off-site […]
Doherty raises flood and coastal erosion issues during Minister’s visit
Sinn Féin TD for Donegal, Deputy Pearse Doherty, has said that communities across the county must now see urgent action on flood and coastal erosion prevention following a productive visit by Minister Kevin “Boxer” Moran, who has responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW). Speaking today, Teachta Doherty said: “Years of underinvestment and delays […]
Inland Fisheries Ireland launches new recruitment drive for seasonal posts in Donegal
INLAND Fisheries Ireland(IFI) has launched a new national recruitment drive to hire temporary staff in Donegal. Starting salaries of €32,299, per annum pro rata, are on offer, and Seasonal Fisheries Officers can also earn up to €3,910 extra via an unsocial hours allowance. IFI’s Seasonal Fisheries Officers are to be deployed across 16 counties from April […]
Two new special classes approved for Donegal schools
TWO new special classes have been sanctioned for Donegal for the upcoming school year. The first class is at PCC Falcarragh and the second is at Scoil Naomh Chaitríona, Ballyshannon. Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher welcomed the announcement from the minister for education. Advertisement He stressed the importance of these developments for both schools, […]
Donegal man charged with murder appears back before court
A Donegal man, charged with the murder of Ardara businessman Stephen McCahill, has again been remanded in custody. Michael Maloney (32) of Loughros Point, Ardara appeared before Letterkenny District Court this morning via video link from Castlerea Prison. He is charged with murdering Stephen McCahill at Beagh, Ardara, on Monday, January 5. Advertisement The charge […]
Upgrades underway to strengthen Stranorlar’s water supply
UISCE Éireann is beginning important upgrade works in Stranorlar this week that will help reduce bursts, improve water quality, and deliver a more reliable supply for local homes and businesses. Uisce Éireann crews are replacing more than 700 metres of ageing water mains along the N15 from McClays Corner to the Admiran Park junction in Stranorlar. Uisce Éireann’s Programme Manager, Patricia Lowry, explained […]
Weather: Mostly dry today as patches of fog clear
TODAY will be mostly dry with mist and fog patches gradually clearing during the morning. Cloud will increase and outbreaks of rain and drizzle will spread from the south in the afternoon. Highest temperatures of 7 to 9 degrees in light to moderate winds. Advertisement Tonight will be cloudy with scattered outbreaks of rain and […]
Donegal’s Dr Joe Mulholland to be laid to rest today
THE founder and driving force behind the MacGill Summer School in Glenties, Dr Patrick Joseph (Joe) Mulholland, will be laid to rest today in Dublin. Dr Mulholland, former Managing Director of RTÉ Television, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31 after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family and in the kind care of […]