CLLR Jimmy Kavanagh and Cllr Gerry McMonagle both called for improvements to the Bernard McGlinchey Town Park, citing the need for toilets, changing rooms and more seating at Tuesday’s Letterkenny/Milford MD meeting. Cllr Kavanagh called for more seating pointing out that the issue has been raised by people working there. “While there appears to be […]
Councillor fears funding for park wardens a ‘big ask’
By Dionne Meehan A LETTERKENNY councillor fears funding for park wardens will be “a big ask” amid reports of another incident at the town’s Bernard McGlinchey Town Park earlier this week. Cllr. Gerry McMonagle said families should not be afraid to visit the town’s popular parks, but said park wardens are now needed. Advertisement His […]
Dog owners urged to obey no dogs rule at Letterkenny town park
A LOCAL Councillor has voiced his concerns over a large number of dogs being in Letterkenny’s Bernard McGlinchey Town Park despite dogs being prohibited for being there. The Council has been urged to improve signage and take whatever steps necessary to communicate to the public that dogs are not allowed in Bernard McGlinchey Town Park. Raising the […]
Donegal County Council launch Social Inclusion week
DONEGAL County Council are set to launch Social Inclusion Week at An Grianan Theatre, on Saturday, March 25 at 1.30pm. A festival of colour will follow the launch which will be hosted by the Letterkenny Indian Community. This Colour Festival will be a family event for everyone where you will make unforgettable memories. Advertisement Social […]
Work starts on dilapidated playground
CONTRACTORS began work on a dilapidated Letterkenny play area this week. The ‘Sweet Factory Playground’ within Bernard McGlinchey Town Park is to see a major redevelopment and overhaul. The works are being carried out by MAST Construction and are expected to take between six to eight weeks. The local authority had become so concerned about […]
Major Town Park development expected by the end of year
A MAJOR new development in Bernard McGlinchey Town Park in Letterkenny is expected to come to fruition by the end of this year. Donegal County Council has undertaken initial clearance works for the development of the ‘Urban Adventures Sports Project’ within the boundary of the park. The development will consist of a multi-use all weather […]