Lenalea Wind Farm, in County Donegal, has reached another major milestone following the successful installation of the first Vestas V117 turbine on Wednesday. Lenalea, located approximately 10km southwest of Letterkenny, is a joint venture project between SSE Renewables and FuturEnergy Ireland. The completion of the first turbine means the completed Lenalea generation unit is now […]
Be Positive/Bí Dearfach to open Irish base in gteic Gaoth Dobhair
The company Be Positive/Bí Dearfach are to establish their new base in gteic Gaoth Dobhair in the Donegal Gaeltacht. Based in Scotland, Be Positive is an IT Services Company offering flexible, scalable and cost-effective Business Analysis solutions to its customers and focusing on enabling companies to enhance their digital capabilities. The company will officially open […]
Donegal to host Alzheimer’s Memory Walk
DONEGAL is set to host a Alzheimer’s Memory Walk with members of the public invited to sign up. The walk is being held on Sunday, September 24 in Ards Friary, Creeslough with the starting point and start time will be confirmed at a later date. The Alzheimer’s Memory Walk is a family-friendly event suitable for […]
Decrease in number of patients on trolleys at LUH
EIGHT patients are currently waiting on beds at Letterkenny University Hospital. There are zero patients in the emergency department, while, the eight patients are on trolleys in wards elsewhere in the hospital. Nationally, 371 admitted patients are waiting for beds this morning, according to today’s INMO Trolley Watch. 271 patients are waiting in the emergency […]
Concerns over impact of ivy on historic railway arch
CONCERNS have been raised about the condition of one of the last remaining iconic railway arches. The railway arch at Upper Corkey, Manorcunningham is covered in ivy and is in need of remedial repairs. The railway arch was part of the rail route from Derry, Letterkenny to Burtonport. Advertisement This section of railway line was […]
Cllr Harley set to become Mayor
THE new Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council is set to be elected at Monday’s Annual General Meeting of the Council. Fine Gael Councillor Martin Harley is tipped be elected to the position, taking over from Fianna Fáil’s Liam Blaney. Speaking to the Donegal News the Ballybofey native said he is both excited and nervous to be […]
Local councillor voices support for President’s neutrality comments
AN Independent councillor believes Michael D Higgins should be thanked for highlighting the ‘dangerous undermining of Irish neutrality currently being facilitated by the coalition government.’ It comes as the government is holding Consultative Forums, starting today, on Irish Neutrality and President Michael D Higgins voiced his concerns about deviating from Ireland’s traditional policy on neutrality. In […]
New intimate venue set to host third live performance
By Róise Collins A new music venue in Killybegs is preparing to host their third live this Sunday with performances from some of the county’s most exciting young musicians. The Music Loom is a stunning venue is located in the old carpet factory in Killybegs, which is home to the largest hand-knotted loom in the […]
Mica Action Group sent ‘urgent letter’ to Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue
THE Mica Action Group has sent an ‘urgent letter’ to Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue to mark the one year anniversary of the refusal of pre-legislative scrutiny. It is the one year anniversary of when homeowners were refused full pre-legislative scrutiny of the Defective Concrete Blocks Act on the grounds of urgency – to speed up […]
Delicious Donegal Collaboration Between Little Mammas Gelato and The Milk Bar
Two Donegal businesses have come together in a delicious collaboration to tantalise the taste buds. Donegal Town-based Little Mammas Gelato and The Milk Bar in Carrigans have joined forces to create a range of irresistible frozen gelato made with Donegal milk, ensuring the highest quality and freshness in every scoop. Founded by Jon Geary, Little […]