IMPROVED safety measures close to two Letterkenny schools are in place. Concerns had been raised that hedging along the one-way system between Scoil Cholmcille NS and the gates of Loreto were blocking the views of motorists and pedestrians. Councillor Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly approached Donegal County Council’s roads supervisor about the concerns. Advertisement Speaking to the […]
Councillor questions plans to cut speed limit
A Letterkenny councillor says he is unsure whether plans to reduce the speed limit on the Four Lane Road are workable. A public consultation is ongoing into proposals to drop the maximum permitted speed from 100kph to 60kph. At the moment, with work ongoing, the speed limit is 50kph. Construction on the new road layout […]
‘Columbarium’ to be developed at Ards
Cremated remains are to have a permanent place of rest at Ards Friary. Donegal County Council has granted planning permission for a columbarium following an application by the Capuchin Friars. A survey by planners found that it will pose no threat to the local landscape. Advertisement A columbarium is a collection of niches designed to house a […]
Clampdown on the way as turf and smoky coal bans imminent
HOUSEHOLDERS in Donegal who traditionally burn coal or turf to heat their homes will be hoping for a mild winter with the long-heralded country-wide ban on smoky coal coming into effect on October 31 and the retail sale of turf to be banned on the same date. Even though the price of home heating oil […]
Introducing the Donegal – Ireland’s DNA, clothing range
We are delighted to be the first county in Ireland who has officially launched their own range of clothing.”
Get ready for Heritage Week in Donegal
NATIONAL Heritage Week takes place from Saturday August 13 until Sunday August 21 and there are some 60 free events taking place in County Donegal as well as some digital projects on-line. “It’s wonderful to see the return to in-person events after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic,” said Joseph Gallagher, County Donegal Heritage Officer. […]
‘Donegal is in my heart’ says golf star McGinley
PAUL McGinley says the ‘Irish Legends’ event which returns to Downings this month is about creating a situation “where everyone is a winner”. The sports star will be granted the freedom of Donegal on August 15 for his efforts promoting the county as a premiere golfing destination. Speaking to the Donegal News, he said his “deep affinity” for the area […]
Tributes paid as ‘remarkable’ McGarvey turns 92
COUNCILLOR Ian McGarvey has received birthday wishes from the Seanad to mark his turning 92 years of age. The Ramelton man first entered politics as a member of Donegal County Council in 2004 when he was 73. He has successfully contested four general elections and last defended his seat in 2019 when he secured a final tally of 1,522 votes. […]
Corruption allegations took council staff ‘to hell and back’
Corruption allegations made against council staff have taken a huge toll on them and their families, the authority’s most senior figure has said.
