It’s a case of ‘in with the old’ and ‘in with the new’ as Sinn Féin’s preparations for the forthcoming local elections in Donegal saw the selection of three more candidates last evening.
Former councillor and long-time party member Tony McDaid is one of three candidates chosen to contest the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District election.
He will be joined on the party ticket in the June 7 elections by Cllr Gary Doherty and newcomer Dakota Nic Mheanman.
Cllr Liam Doherty recently announced that he won’t be seeking re-election.
The three candidates were selected at an event in the Villa Rose Hotel in Ballybofey on Thursday night.
The attendance at the Villa Rose in Ballybofey on Thursday night
Speaking at the event, Deputy Pearse Doherty said: “Donegal Sinn Féin are delighted to have selected three fantastic candidates. Three candidates, all representing different generations who can bring so much to Donegal County Council.
“In Gary, we have a sitting Councillor who has a proven track record of hard work and achievements.
“In Tony, we have a returning Councillor, hugely respected in his local area and who can bring a wealth of experience to the council.
“And finally, in Dakota, we have an enthusiastic and incredibly capable newcomer.
Dakota Nic Mheanman addresses Thursday night’s event
“These three candidates are testament to the strength of the party in this area and we will go into the election in buoyant mood.
“You could feel the positivity in the room this evening.
“It’s vitally important that Sinn Féin return as many candidates as possible so as the damage being done to Donegal can be reversed.
“Today, marks the first step on that journey for Sinn Féin in the Finn Valley and surrounding areas.”
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