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 […]
Council assessing land options for municipal cemetery
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by Chris Ashmore PLANS for a new council run cemetery in the Letterkenny area are moving forward – and a preferred site could be selected in the months ahead. The rapid expansion of Letterkenny over the past three decades has seen some existing graveyards running out of space. In particular, Conwal graveyard will soon be […]
Residents’ committees could aid battle against anti-social behaviour
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By Chris Ashmore THE establishment – or indeed re-establishment – of residents’ committees could be an important step in the battle to overcome vandalism and other forms of anti-social behaviour, it was suggested at the July meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council. Noting the demise of many residents’ associations since Covid, Councillor Gerry McMonagle said that […]
Reflection and tributes: Blaney family celebrated at civic reception
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By Chris Ashmore MANY a story has been told down through the years about the remarkable Blaney political party machine, the Blaney cabinet, and indeed what was referred to as the Donegal Mafia at times. Never in the history of the State has there been such a remarkable period of continued political representation at county […]
Devlin Hall site plans to step up
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By Chris Ashmore LETTERKENNY’S Town Urban Regeneration Team is set to engage closely with Letterkenny Youth Club in relation to ambitious plans to further develop the former Devlin Hall site as part of the regeneration plan for the Lower Main Street area of the town. This follows a motion on the subject from Councillor Gerry McMonagle […]
Public to have their say on major Letterkenny housing development
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By Chris Ashmore The public will get to have their say from next week when plans are put on display for the biggest ever social housing development in Letterkenny. A total of 172 new homes are being planned for the Ballymacool area – close to O’Donnell Park – and the full proposals are set to […]
Calls for air monitoring unit in Twin Towns
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By Róise Collins THERE have been calls for a permanent air monitoring unit to be installed on Main Street in Ballybofey due to growing concerns over potential pollution caused by traffic congestion in the town. In a motion raised at Tuesday’s Lifford-Stranorlar meeting, Councillor Patrick McGowan stressed that the air quality in Ballybofey and Stranorlar is […]