THE Government has today announced a significant expansion of the Buy and Renew Scheme, ensuring that more long‑term vacant and derelict properties across the country will be transformed into high‑quality social homes. Under a new expanded approach, building contractors will, for the first time, be able to directly acquire and refurbish vacant and derelict properties, […]
Donegal showcases strong and diverse group travel offering
FÁITE Ireland, in partnership with Tourism Ireland, welcomed the UK Coach Tourism Association to Donegal to showcase the county’s strong and diverse group travel offering. The visit highlighted the quality of local attractions, food, drink and cultural experiences, as well as the collaborative approach that continues to drive tourism development in the region. As part […]
Councillors frustrated by delays in essential minor roadworks
A LETTERKENNY councillor has spoken of his frustration with how slowly essential minor roadworks are carried out by Donegal County Council. In a motion submitted at Tuesday’s meeting of Letterkenny – Milford Municipal District, Cllr Donal Coyle called for an emergency workshop to be held on to expedite minor works. He used examples such as filling […]
Four males taken to LUH following Burt collision
Four males were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital following a two-vehicle collision in Burt this afternoon. A garda spokesperson told the Donegal News: “Gardaí received a report of a two-car road traffic collision at Speenoge, Burt, which occurred at around 3.15pm. “Four males were brought to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of injuries not believed to […]
Family of the late Julie McCormack – Devenney make hospice presentation
The family of Julie McCormack-Devenney have made a special presentaton to staff at Donegal Hospice in her memory. Staff from Donegal Hospice, Ethan Furey and Noelle Mc Daid received a cheque for €12,000, proceeds from a bands day and memorial held in McGinley’s Bar, Letterkenny, at the end of November in memory of the late […]
The Way We Were
Saoirse Gallagher, Ava Maguire and Éabha Campbell delve into the archives to bring you the news and images from yesteryear. If you have a photograph you would like published, send it to editor@donegalnews.com February 7, 1976 Advertisement DOUBTS REMAIN ON GAOTH DOBHAIR AIRSTRIP The future of Gaoth Dobhair’s much-needed airstrip is still uncertain. After many […]
Emergency services at scene of collision in Burt
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash at Burt following a collision. The road traffic collision occurred on the main N13 Letterkenny to Derry road, close to Aengus Church (Burt Chapel), within the last hour. There are no further details at this time.
Arranmore RNLI assist in early morning medical evacuation
The volunteer crew of the Arranmore RNLI responded to an early morning call for assistance at 6.50am this morning. The crew were requested by Malin Head Coast Guard to assist in a medical evacuation from the island. The casualty was transferred from the Arranmore ambulance to the lifeboat, taken to a waiting ambulance in Burtonport […]
A treasure trove of artefacts added to railway museum collection
DONEGAL Railway Heritage Museum have purchased a treasure trove of historic railway artefacts at auction, among them rarities relating to the Londonderry and Lough Swilly Railway that operated in Northern Donegal until 1953. The artefacts were purchased at a ‘Railwayana’ auction of items belonging to Lord Raymond O’Neill last November. O’Neill is a committed enthusiast […]
Concern raised over 17 vacant social houses in Milford
A DONEGAL County Councillor has raised concern over the ongoing vacancy of 17 houses in Milford which were originally built for social housing. In Tuesday’s meeting of Letterkenny – Milford Municipal District, Cllr Declan Meehan outlined that Milford is under significant housing pressure with 31 families in the town on the social housing waiting list. […]