First awardee under Rope Thatch Mentorship Scheme is announced


DONEGAL County Council has announced that its first awardee under the pilot Rope Thatch Mentorship Scheme is David McFerren. He will work alongside master rope thatcher Brian Lafferty. David is originally from County Down and has strong family connections in the Inishowen area of Donegal. Advertisement The Rope Thatch Mentoring Scheme was initiated by the […]

‘Insidious narrative must be challenged’ – Councillor Meehan


by Louise Doyle A LOCAL councillor and human rights campaigner has said hundreds of negative online comments sparked from a photograph showing a garda car festooned in Pride colours further underpins the importance of the event to challenge discrimination. Large crowds of people supported Letterkenny Pride at the weekend. The three-day event is Donegal’s largest LGBTQ+ Pride festival, […]

Colourful display in support of Letterkenny Pride event


IN a vibrant show of solidarity and celebration, the Polestar Roundabout at the Port Bridge Roundabout in Letterkenny continues to be illuminated in blue and pink until tonight. The Letterkenny Public Service Centre also raised the Progress Pride Flag, celebrating diversity, inclusion and our ongoing commitment to equality for all. A new lighting system that […]

Major public artworks unveiled in Bundoran


New public artworks have been installed to welcome people to Bundoran. The marine and surf-themed artworks are at the three approach roundabouts to the town. They are part of public realm enhancements in the area. Advertisement In 2020, Fáilte Ireland launched its Destination Towns Capital Investment Scheme with the aim of supporting local authorities nationwide […]

Carrigans to Lifford greenway public consultation launched 


  Donegal County Council with the support of Transport Infrastructure Ireland invite residents of the area, members of the public and other interested parties to participate in the third non-statutory public consultation on the Emerging Preferred Route Corridor for the Carrigans to Lifford Greenway Project. The Emerging Preferred Route Corridor aims to provide an attractive […]

Pride not Prejudice project to challenge discrimination


A MAJOR social inclusion programme launched in Letterkenny will see the delivery of much-needed training in recognising and countering discrimination, racism and prejudice. The Donegal Travellers Project, in partnership with Donegal County Council, has officially launched its second PEACEPLUS initiative, “Pride Not Prejudice”, with an investment of €80,000. Funded through the PEACEPLUS Programme and supported […]

Water restrictions for Milford, Kerrykeel and Ramelton


Uisce Éireann has announced an extension of the Water Conservation Order on the Milford Regional Public Water Supply. The order will now remain in effect for an additional six weeks, until Tuesday, September 16, and only applies to customers supplied by the public water supply in Milford, Kerrykeel, Ramelton, and not the rest of the […]

Film about Donegal block crisis premiered next week


The trailer of a new film about the defective block crisis in Donegal has been released. GALAR, which is based on the experiences of thousands of families throughout the county, will have its national premiere at Boyne Valley International Film Festival on Saturday, August 9. The Donegal News’ Paul Bradley recently spoke to filmmaker Niall […]

New project aims to save young lives on Donegal roads


A new road safety project for young people has been launched in Donegal. The Crossroads Programme was officially launched in Letterkenny last week. The programme is aimed at educating young drivers and future drivers about road safety. It will cater for over 265 participants over a two-year period, providing them with hands-on experience working on […]