A DONEGAL County Councillor has raised concerns over the ongoing delays in flood relief schemes across the county. As the southeast of the country continues to struggle with flooding, worsened by persistent heavy rainfall in recent days, Cllr Noel Jordan has highlighted that several areas severely affected by flooding in Donegal are still awaiting construction […]
Subsidence and wet rot found in Donegal courthouse
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By Ken Foxe AN historic 19th-century courthouse was shut after inspectors found signs of subsidence, “wet rot” in the judge’s chambers, and a ceiling that had already partially collapsed. Records on the closure detail the exceptionally poor condition of the building, with the Office of Public Works concluding it was completely unsafe for use. Advertisement […]
Plans lodged for residential care home accommodation in Letterkenny
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Plans have been lodged for a community home in Letterkenny for the provision of residential accommodation and care. Applicant Graded Homes Limited have submitted proposals to Donegal County Council for the change of use from a residential dwelling to community dwelling home, providing 11 bedrooms, at Oatlands, Ramelton Road. The proposed development comprises the construction of a two-storey […]
Heritage concerns prompt appeal over Raphoe development
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AN appeal has been lodged against planning permission for a new development in Raphoe, with concerns raised over heritage, landscape protection and potential impacts on the Beltany Stone Circle. Planning permission for the development at Tops Farm was given the green light by Donegal County Council. The application, submitted by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the […]
Tributes paid to Joe Mulholland following his passing
There has been much sadness following the passing of Joe Mulholland, who was the founder and driving force behind the MacGill Summer School in Glenties. The former Managing Director of RTÉ Television died yesterday in Dublin aged 85 after a long illness. Born in 1940, Dr Mulholland grew up the eldest of a family of […]
Gardaí at the scene of three car collision in Stranorlar
Gardaí are currently at the scene of a collision involving three cars at Dunwiley, Stranorlar. “There are no initial reports of any serious injuries,” a garda spokesperson confirmed. Emergency services remain at the scene and further details will be provided when received. Advertisement
House building in Letterkenny to surge in next two years
By Chris Ashmore A surge in house building is expected in Letterkenny over the next few years as planning queries and applications are now at their highest since 2021. In his report to the January meeting of Donegal County Council, Chief Executive, John McLaughlin, stated that recent trends show there has been an increase in the […]
The Way We Were
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Ava Maguire delves 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 January 10, 1976 NO BIN COLLECTION SERVICE IN LETTERKENNY Advertisement From this week, Letterkenny is altogether without a domestic refuse collection service. The entire system has broken […]
Louise James reflects on Buncrana Pier tragedy as 10th anniversary approaches
Last night Louise James sat down with Tommy Tiernan ahead of the 10th anniversary of the Buncrana Pier tragedy, which claimed the lives of five of her family members. Her partner Sean McGrotty (49), sons Mark (12) and Evan McGrotty (8), her mother Ruth Daniels, (57) and her sister, Jodie Lee Daniels (14) all died […]
Weather advisory issued due to flooding risk
MET Éireann and Donegal County Council have issued a weather advisory warning of a potential risk of flooding due to expected spells of heavy and persistent rainfall throughout the coming week. The advisory is in effect nationwide from 11am today until midnight on Monday, February 2. Rain is expected to fall on already saturated ground, […]