Letterkenny Tidy Towns, hailed as one of Donegal’s foremost voluntary organisations by local Minister Charlie McConalogue, celebrated its 37th Annual Cleaner Community Campaign Awards on Monday night.
Speaking at the ceremony, in the Mount Errigal Hotel, the minister praised Letterkenny Tidy Towns for an enduring commitment since its establishment in 1959, highlighting its ability to evolve as Letterkenny expands.
“Over those 64 years, Letterkenny Tidy Towns has managed to adapt to constant change. As the Cathedral Town continues to grow, so too does Letterkenny Tidy Towns.
“Many groups and numerous people play their part in the success of your great organisation where the role of the volunteer is key,” he commented.
Minister McConalogue emphasised the collaborative efforts involving residents’ associations, schools, businesses, community groups, and Donegal County Council as instrumental in Letterkenny’s numerous Tidy Towns Awards.
He reminisced about the town’s pinnacle achievement in 2015 when it was named Ireland’s Tidiest Town, expressing confidence of a repeat in the “not-too-distant future.”
“I’ve driven through Letterkenny on many a Sunday morning, and I couldn’t but be impressed at the large number of people out along the roads with their Tidy Towns high-vis jackets, gloves, pickers, and bags.” said the minister.
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