Census data released today shows the importance of engaging a diverse group of volunteers reflective of our communities and creating more flexible ways for people to volunteer. In Donegal, 14% of the county’s population or almost 22,800 people were volunteering in their community and various organisations in April 2022. Of these there were 11,181 females […]
Active Arranmore programme to be launched
‘Active Arranmore’, a new programme administered by Donegal Local Development Company (DLDC), will officially launch on Saturday, January 28. ‘Active Arranmore’ is a one-year programme, funded under the Empowering Communities programme, which intends to enhance and improve health and wellbeing of inhabitants and empower individuals and community groups on Arranmore island. The official launch of […]
Adding artistic touches to Donegal’s ‘Appalachian Way’
ANYONE setting out on the famous Appalachian Trail in the USA knows about the long journey ahead. But did you know that the journey ends on the other side of the Atlantic? The International Appalachian Trail (IAT) Ulster–Ireland is part of a wider international walking trail that follows the Appalachian Mountain terrain, which existed on […]
DLDC helps Glenfin to new LEADER-funded playground
THE official opening of the new Community Play Area took place last Friday.
Big turnout for DLDC meeting
AROUND 300 people turned out to support Donegal Local Development Company Ltd (DLDC) at a public meeting in the Finn Valley Centre, Stranorlar, on Tuesday night.
Ards Friary assisted by DLDC
DONEGAL Local Development Company (DLDC) continue to support Ards Friary in the maintenance and development of their picturesque and popular walkways.
DLDC Job Club participants meet with Mairead McGuinness MEP
PARTICIPANTS of a Donegal employment scheme recently met with a Member of The European Parliament to discuss the benefits and practical support they received.