by Louise Doyle A MAJOR housing development in Letterkenny, lodged plans for which came as up to 15 families received notices to quit their private rented homes, has been given the green light. Applicant Phil Boyle submitted proposals for the construction of 52 dwellings in Ballymacool in September 2023. Advertisement Ballymacool Residents’ Association had lodged a submission against […]
#LoveDonegal day is back and it’s time to showcase why Donegal has it all
By Tara McCormack DONEGAL’S biggest global celebration is back! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 25th September, as #LoveDonegal Day returns with the aim to surpass last year’s phenomenal success. Whether you’re a proud Donegal native or simply someone who holds a special place in your heart for this beautiful county, this is your chance to […]
Celebrating 30 years of Lifford Old Courthouse
SPECIAL celebrations this month will mark 30 years of history, culture and entertainment at Lifford Old Courthouse. Lifford Old Courthouse was built in 1746 and served as both a courthouse and county gaol. It ceased to operate as a Courthouse in 1938 and from that time was partially used by Donegal County Council and gradually the building […]
Green light for housing expansion
DONEGAL County Council has given the green light to a major dwelling expansion project in a Ballybofey housing estate. Applicant Longmarsh Development Ltd has been given the go-ahead for the construction of 34 dwelling houses at The Beeches, Navenny, subject to 30 conditions. One stipulation is that the dwellings subject of the permission shall be […]
Councillor refutes defective concrete scandal claims
A DONEGAL councillor has strongly refuted claims published in a local newspaper that he used the defective blocks scandal to gain voters in the recent local elections. Newly elected councillor, Declan Meehan, who topped the poll in the Milford Electoral Area in June, has come under fire in the wake of the allegations. Responding, Cllr Meehan has […]
Local Authority Home Loan changes gives ‘another lifeline’
By Dionne Meehan CHANGES to the Local Authority Home Loan will give applicants ‘another lifeline’, Councillor Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly has said. The scheme, which supports first-time buyers and fresh start applicants, has been expanded to include both the purchase and renovation of vacant or derelict properties, as well as new and second-hand homes. Advertisement Previously the Local […]
Road safety plans at Magherabeg National School
A SCHOOL road once dubbed the “most dangerous in Ireland” because of its notoriously treacherous stretch, is set to benefit from a new design concept to improve safety. The ‘Front of School’ treatment is part of the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Programme, Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in partnership with the National Transport Authority (NTA) and […]
Clarity sought on Milford care facility
by Kate Heaney NEWLY elected Councillor Declan Meehan called for clarity around Milford Health Centre this week. At Tuesday’s Regional Health Forum West meeting, he asked to know from the HSE’s Saolta Group when the new Primary Care Milford facility, which has been granted planning permission, might be opened for patient use. Advertisement The new building will […]
Letterkenny man living in rat-infested caravan waiting three years for Council approved home
By Dionne Meehan A LETTERKENNY man living in horrendous conditions has made one last plea to Donegal County Council for help. Brendan McCauley moved into a mobile home in the Glebe area of Letterkenny 15 years ago, prompted to do so following anxiety induced by the defective blocks scandal, of which he saw at firsthand […]
July 12th gridlock in Letterkenny
by Kate Heaney TRAFFIC congestion in Letterkenny on Friday, July 12 was some of the worst ever seen in the town with long queues on access roads from morning until late evening. Motorists contacted the Donegal News this week complaining about delays throughout Friday on all of the approach roads, and massive delays trying to […]