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. […]


Camper tourists spend more than €11m a year


TOURISTS visiting Donegal that stay in campervans, touring caravans and tents spend more than €11 million in the county annually, according to a new report. The Caravan Camping and Campervan Study, commissioned by Donegal County Council and carried out by consultancy firm, KPMG, was launched in the Silver Tassie Hotel in Letterkenny on Tuesday. The […]


Remote work for free in Donegal this summer!


Donegal County Council in collaboration with digital hubs across the county are offering the chance to work for FREE from a digital hub in Donegal until September 30 through a new working holiday campaign. The initiative provides the opportunity to enjoy everything that Donegal has to offer during the summer months while also availing of a […]


Traffic set to ease as section of roadworks complete


ROADWORKS in Letterkenny that caused motorists hour-long delays and tailbacks are set to complete tomorrow (Friday).  Major surfacing works on the four-lane road between the Dry Arch and Pole Star roundabouts created havoc this  week as the outgoing route was reduced to one lane resulting in motorists being stuck in traffic for lengthy periods. One […]


Vacant buildings being reviewed for Ukrainian refugees


DONEGAL County Council is currently reviewing its stock of vacant buildings to determine if they can be used to accommodate Ukrainian refugees. Every Local Authority was asked to submit a list of possible accommodation by mid-March.   Advertisement In a letter from the Department of Housing, Councils were asked to find vacant buildings within 3km […]


Council begins preparation of a new Donegal Development Plan


  Donegal County Council has commenced the preparation of a new County Donegal Development Plan for the period 2024-2030.  A Pre-Draft public consultation process has commenced and runs from Friday April 8 to Friday June 3 2022 (Inclusive).   The new development plan will set out an overall strategy for the proper planning and sustainable […]