MORE than €100,000 in funding has been announced for four festivals in Donegal this year. The financial support is being provided by Fáilte Ireland to enhance and promote events across the county and help boost tourism numbers. Welcoming the funding, Education Minister, Joe McHugh said: “Festivals are key to getting more and more people to […]
Man killed in tree felling incident
A MAN in his 50s was killed yesterday afternoon after a tree felling accident in Creeslough. The tragedy happened at 4.30pm and Gardai have confirmed that he was pronounced dead at the scene and his body was removed to Letterkenny University Hospital. This comes just a week after the death of Carndonagh man Kevin McElhinney […]
Yellow warning issued for snow and ice
Met Éireann has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice which will come into effect tonight. Accumulations of between one and two centimetres is expected between 9pm tonight and 7pm tomorrow (Tuesday). A Met Éireann spokesperson said: “Icy and slippery conditions are expected due to accumulation of ice and snow on untreated surfaces. […]
Debt collection fees double at LUH
THE AMOUNT spent on debt collection services at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) has more than doubled in the last three years, the Donegal News can reveal. Figures provided through a Freedom of Information request show that last year almost €18,000 was spent on debt collectors to recoup patient’s hospital bills. This is more than double […]
On a mission to save the honey bees of Donegal
A DONEGAL-based natural bee-keeper is on a mission to provide suitable housing for honey bees across the country and is seeking help in compiling a map of bee colonies in the region.
Clothing appeal launched for refugees
A JOINT clothing appeal for Syrian refugees has been launched by the Letterkenny Islamic Association and the Donegal Intercultural Platform. The donations collected will be sent to help refugees in camps in Greece. Approximately 15,000 men, women and children are stranded on the Greek islands closest to Turkey with living conditions worsening every day. […]
Funding for walking trails and greenways announced
FUNDING of more than €343,000 has been announced jointly by the Department of Rural and Community Affairs and Failte Ireland for the development of walking trails and greenways in Donegal. Three projects have been successful and will receive funding as part of the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The Great Arch Trail at Pollet, Fanad Head […]
Fine Gael to have only one woman candidate in Donegal
Up to a dozen candidates will put their names before the electorate next May as Fine Gael looks to grow its representation on Donegal County Council.
