By Jonathan Magee
A long-awaited new pathway connecting Finn Valley College to Drumboe Woods in Stranorlar has finally been opened, more than a decade after the old path was closed on health and safety grounds raised by Donegal ETB.
Councillor Martin Harley officially opened the pathway yesterday afternoon, describing it as “a great addition to our community.”
Speaking at the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District meeting, Cllr Harley paid tribute to those who helped bring the project to fruition.
“I’d like to thank Kathleen, James Kelly and Paddy Doherty and all the team in the Community Section there for all their work in getting this project over the line — it’s been a long time in waiting”, he said.
Those in attendance at the municipal meeting were in agreement that the new pathway is a welcome addition to amenities in the twin towns. Members also extended their thanks to Coillte for works carried out in the woods in the lead-up to the opening.
Meanwhile, Cllr Patrick McGowan is pressing for progress on the completion of the link road to Jacksons hotel. He called for a meeting involving “the director of roads, CEO of the council, executive engineer and overseers” to ensure the road is brought to completion.
The new Drumboe pathway is expected to prove popular with walkers, families and pupils from the nearby Finn Valley College, offering a safe and scenic connection between the college and one of the area’s most beloved woodland amenities.