by Evelyn Cullen DONEGAL TD Pat ‘the Cope’ Gallagher has defended his decision to vote with the government in defeating a motion which called on the reform of the controversial Defective Concrete Blocks Redress Scheme. And he has insisted that he is determined to work with affected families to get a better deal. Advertisement The […]
Weather: Mix of sunny spells and showers today
THERE will be sunny spells and showers today after some early mist and fog patches. Highest temperatures of 12 to 15 degrees with mostly light north to northwest winds. Tonight, showers will merge to longer spells of rain. Advertisement Lowest temperatures of 7 to 11 degrees. There will be a few mist and fog patches […]
Deep sadness at death of Peter O’Donnell, Raphoe
THERE is much sadness across the sporting community in Donegal today with the news of the passing of the county’s own ‘Mr Boxing’, Peter O’Donnell. The Raphoe man dedicated much of his life to the sport he loved. He passed away peacefully earlier today. Advertisement President of the County Donegal Boxing Board since 2012, Peter […]
Female entrepreneurs in Donegal celebrated on National Women’s Enterprise Day
LOCAL Enterprise Office Donegal celebrated National Women’s Enterprise Day with an evening event in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny on Thursday. The evening brought together women in business from across the county for an inspiring programme of talks, networking, and shared learning. With a focus on insight, growth, and visibility, the event highlighted the innovation […]
Sanding and seeding of MacCumhaill Park’s new playing surface complete
The sanding and seeding of the new playing pitch at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey were completed this week. The resurfacing of Donegal’s premier GAA ground is part of a €500,000 overall redevelopment which began in April. The project also includes improvements to floodlighting, drainage, and accessibility. Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, visited MacCumhaill Park […]
Mullan family inquest adjourned for a year
Criminal case into the matter listed for arraignment at Letterkenny Circuit Court this month
HSE Nursing Service unavailable on Tory Island on Sunday
Due to essential mandatory staff training, the HSE Nursing Service on Tory Island will be unavailable on Sunday, October 19. A HSE spokesperson said: “This is part of a planned programme of bespoke island nurse training called “ALERT Training”. The training, which focuses on the management of deteriorating patients, is mandatory for all Island Nurses […]
Tourism Business Clinics set to benefit operators throughout Donegal
FÁILTE Ireland, together with Donegal County Council’s Tourism Unit and Local Enterprise Office Donegal, will host five business clinics across the county in November. The clinics mark a further collaboration between the three bodies to assist both new and existing businesses to diversify into the tourism industry. The joint initiative will offer opportunities to discuss […]
‘This road is not safe’
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A ST Johnston business owner has launched a petition calling on Donegal County Council to urgently make safe a dangerous road close to her premises. Alice Lynch, of Maggie’s Tavern, a popular family run bar in Carrickmore, said frustration is building among drivers who use the Back Lone Road, between Carrickmore and Reteen.St The road is an […]
Credit union in Donegal fined after anti-money laundering law breach
THE High Court has confirmed a Central Bank sanction imposed on a Donegal-based credit union found to be in breach of anti-money laundering legislation. High Court president Mr Justice David Barniville on Monday confirmed a fine of more than €36,000 imposed on Swilly Mulroy Credit Union, the Irish Times reported. The judge noted the credit union accepted […]