Take a trip to Arranmore Island this Saturday to hear first hand how the island is innovating to promote growth and create a sustainable future for the next generation. Arranmore Island Community Council are inviting visitors to explore their new digital hub during the event which runs on October 5th from 12.30pm to 3.30pm. […]
St Eunan’s Class of ’69 reunite in Letterkenny
FORMER students of St Eunan’s College in Letterkenny returned to their old school last weekend to celebrate their 50-year reunion. There was events organised throughout the weekend for the fifth and final year class of 1969. The main events took place on Saturday starting with a meet and greet in the glorious sunshine at […]
Second family seek review of gynae services at LUH
SERIOUS concerns have been raised about gynaecology services at Letterkenny University Hospital after a second family has come forward about their mother’s delayed diagnosis of uterine cancer at the hospital. Edel Peoples, who lives in Convoy, has formally requested the HSE to review her mother’s case after she was diagnosed with stage four cancer 18 […]
Donegal Connect to Wow With Over 50 Events in 10 Days
Our #LoveDonegal Day wowed the world and now Donegal Connect is bringing that Wow factor home with a packed programme of over 50 events. Donegal Connect is part of the Global Irish Festival series and runs from 27th September to 6th October. “Whether you want practical advice on careers or moving home with a family, […]
KFO warns of port blockades and widespread chaos
The Chief Executive of the Killybegs Fishermen’s Organisation has issued a stark warning that failure to achieve an orderly Brexit will precipitate “chaos and conflict at sea” with port blockades across Europe being a very real prospect. Seán O’Donoghue also stated that should Irish and other EU fleets be denied access to UK waters after […]
Three Donegal projects secure Leader funding
THREE projects in Donegal will benefit from a funding allocation of almost €75,000 through the Leader programme. Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh made the announcement this morning revealing that Red Hugh’s CLG, Downstrands Family Resource Centre and Drumhome Heritage Society have secured about €25,000 each in the latest round of the scheme. Minister […]
Strong creative and digital economy form new plan
“A plan like this provides a structure and it is now about engagement. Whoever engages most will benefit most.”
Power outage caused by fault at Letterkenny substation
THE MAJOR power outage across north Donegal earlier today was caused by a fault at the ESB’s substation in Letterkenny. A Spokesperson for the ESB said: “ESB Networks can confirm that up to 40,000 customers in and around the Milford area were impacted by a power outage at 12.15pm on Friday 6 September. ESB Networks […]
Green Light for Major Extension of Glenswilly NS
GLENSWILLY National School has been given the green light for their long-awaited extension, it has been announced today. Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh has announced that the school has received approval to tender for the contractor to redevelop the school and build five new classrooms. “It is an honour to be the Minister […]
€200,000 in funding for safety measures and play areas
TWO schools and three development associations in Donegal are set to receive funding of almost €200,000 for safety measures and community play areas. Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh TD (FG) announced today that works will be undertaken to improve road safety, parking, lighting and footpaths around two schools and for development associations. “Almost […]