Most people have a good understanding of the process involved in getting planning permission, but are less familiar with what happens after it is granted. There are still several important stages before your home is ready to build. Construction drawings Planning drawings show what you have permission to build. Construction drawings develop that design into […]
Now is the time to get your home ready for winter
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ADVERTISEMENT WITH autumn approaching and the wetter months ahead, now is the perfect time to get your home or business winter-ready. Heavy rainfall, falling leaves and damp conditions can quickly turn small maintenance issues into costly problems. Advertisement Blocked gutters and downpipes are one of the most common causes of water overflowing onto walls and […]
Donegal remains one of the cheapest counties to buy a home
The most expensive home sale on the register so far this year is a house on Coliemore Road in Dalkey, recorded at €14,956,300 in June, new figures have revealed. A typical second-hand home in Dublin cost two and a half times as much as one in Donegal or Longford. Housing assistance experts at Felons site analysed […]
Letter to Editor: It’s time to shout stop
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Those of us in advanced years will remember the journalist John Healy who wrote a book No One Shouted Stop (The Death of an Irish Town), published in 1968, decrying the lack of public outcry against the economic and social decline of the west of Ireland at a time of mass poverty and emigration. Today […]
New refurbished gym and fitness studio officially launched at Aura Letterkenny
The newly refurbished gym and fitness studio at Aura Letterkenny is now open, offering more space and even better facilities for those who want to stay fit and healthy. The official launch of the new facilities took place recently with a number of special guests in attendance including Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue. The […]
From a little country salon to national recognition
WHAT began as a dream in a small country salon in Churchill has blossomed into an award-winning career for hairstylist Breda Doherty, who has now achieved national recognition for her talent, dedication and passion for her craft. In October 2005, at just 23 years of age, Breda opened the doors of her little country salon […]
Discover the magic of Santa’s Hotel Elf Academy at Jackson’s
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THE magic of Christmas is coming to Jackson’s Hotel for all the family. Bookings are now open for a world of festive wonder for the whole family at Jackson’s Santa’s Hotel Elf Academy – an exciting new family experience created to capture the magic of Christmas. Designed to delight children and give parents the opportunity to relax […]
Marriage financial planning: Building a strong future
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MARRIAGE marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and along with it comes a set of shared financial responsibilities that will shape your long-term future together. For many couples, money conversations feel uncomfortable, yet they are among the most important a partnership can have. A solid financial plan isn’t just about numbers, it’s about […]
More traffic problems in Letterkenny: Traffic lights stop working, council say avoid the area
MOTORISTS and business owners in Letterkenny town centre were left angry and frustrated this evening when a number of sets of traffic lights stopped working causing major disruption. Donegal County Council say the lights may not be fixed until Monday or even Tuesday and this evening advised the public to avoid the area. In a […]
Mosaic Early Education welcomes Sinead Hanlon as Training Consultant
Mosaic Early Education Ltd has announced the appointment of Sinead Hanlon as Training Consultant. Sinead is Manager of Ardara Community Childcare CLG, where she is recognised as an outstanding early years leader with a strong commitment to quality, mentoring and continuous improvement. In her new role, Sinead will deliver accredited professional development programmes that support […]