THE Boil Water Notice on the Glenties-Ardara Public Water Supply has been lifted with immediate effect. Uisce Éireann can confirm that, following consultation with the Health Service Executive, customers on this supply can now resume normal use of the public water supply. The notice was issued on Friday, January 24, due to deterioration in the […]
Raphoe man’s short film set to screen at Chicago Irish Film Festival
By Dionne Meehan A RAPHOE videographer’s short film has been selected to screen at the Chicago Irish Film Festival later this month. Simon Barr’s short film ‘The Last of the Hand Weavers’ delves into the life of Ardara man Eddie Doherty, who has been weaving since the late 1950s. Advertisement Mr Doherty, who is now […]
Boil water notice remains in place for Glenties and Ardara supply
UISCE Éireann customers in Glenties in Ardara have been reminded that a Boil Water Notice to protect the health of customers remains in place. Following on from Storm Éowyn, the notice was issued on Friday, January 24, due to deterioration in the raw water quality impacting the treatment process at the water treatment plant. Drinking […]
Funeral takes place of much loved Bunbeg man, Pádraig O’Boyle
THERE was deep sadness in West Donegal following the death at his home on Thursday, January 2 of Pádraig O’Boyle, Knockastolar, Bunbeg. He would have celebrated his 37th birthday on Wednesday last. A son of Vincent and Bella O’Boyle, Pádraig was in ill health for many years. At his Funeral Mass on Sunday the main […]
Boil water notice on Glenties -Ardara Water Supply lifted with immediate effect
THERE is some welcome news for homeowners and businesses in the Glenties-Ardara areas just in time for Christmas with confirmation that a boil water notice in place on the Glenties – Ardara Public Water Supply has been lifted with immediate effect. Uisce Éireann has confirmed that, following consultation with the Health Service Executive, customers on […]
The doctor who was unable to cure her love for Donegal
By Harry Walsh WELL-KNOWN and respected Ardara doctor, Dr Mireille Sweeney, has hung up her stethoscope after practising at the town’s medical centre for almost 30 years. Dr Sweeney, 63, carried out the last consultation at her surgery in August and bid farewell to colleagues and staff at a celebratory function at the parish centre. Advertisement […]
Ardara man jailed for rape and coercive control of his wife
AN Ardara man has been jailed for eight years this week for raping and coercively controlling his wife. Sergio Correia (48), with an address on Front Street, Ardara, was found guilty by a jury earlier this year. His former wife, Kathleen Correia waived her right to anonymity, saying people should not be afraid to speak out if something […]
Ardara National School extension approved to tender stage
SCOIL Náisiúnta an Bhreacaigh in Ardara has been given permission to proceed to the tender stage with its plans for an extension. The school received the green light to build a special class for children with special education needs, a soft/hard play area, a sensory garden and six parking spaces under the Department of Education’s […]
Ardara National School extension approved to tender stage
Scoil Náisiúnta an Bhreacaigh in Ardara has been given permission to proceed to the tender stage with its plans for an extension. The school received the green light to build a special class for children with special education needs, a soft/hard play area, a sensory garden and six parking spaces under the Department of Education’s […]
HSE confirm new GP appointed to Ardara Health Centre
The HSE has announced the successful recruitment of Dr. Charles McManus as the new GP for Ardara Health Centre. Dr. McManus is set to officially begin his role tomorrow, taking over from Dr. Mireille Sweeney, who retires today. To ensure a smooth transition, the surgery will be closed tomorrow to accommodate the handover process. Advertisement […]