THERE was deep sadness in West Donegal following the death at his home on Thursday, January 2 of Pádraig O’Boyle, Knockastolar, Bunbeg. He would have celebrated his 37th birthday on Wednesday last. A son of Vincent and Bella O’Boyle, Pádraig was in ill health for many years. At his Funeral Mass on Sunday the main […]
Right of way access concerns prompts planning appeal
by Louise Doyle Planning permission to change the use of the former Bank of Ireland building in Dungloe, given the green light by the council, has been appealed to An Bord Pleanála on the grounds of right of way access concerns. Donegal County Council granted the go-ahead to applicant Eighter Properties Ltd., for the change of […]
Statement issued by Dungloe businessman P.J. Boyle in response to upset within local community
By Diarmaid Doherty DUNGLOE businessman P.J. Boyle has this evening issued a statement which he says is in response to a recent protest in the town, and to the accusations which have been levelled at him. He said that in response to the upset and unrest in the Rosses and the wider community, his business […]
Hundreds attend protest in Dungloe
By Róise Collins CLOSE to 400 people gathered in Dungloe yesterday afternoon to protest against a business man, who they claim is ‘destroying their town’. The peaceful protest organised by local man Gary Sweeney saw hundreds of locals march from Dungloe Main Street to The River House Hostel and back toward Sweeneys Hotel. Advertisement The […]
Man arrested following incident at Dungloe Post Office
A man was arrested in connection with an incident at the Post Office in Dungloe on Friday. There were reports of a disturbance on the premises at around lunchtime and the Post Office closed to the public soon after. It’s understood a customer became agitated and began threatening staff. Advertisement Gardaí last evening confirmed that […]
Breaking: Investigation launched following work place fatality incident
By Dionne Meehan A MAN has died as a result of a work place incident at Maghery Pier, Dungloe. Gardaí were alerted to the incident yesterday afternoon, Thursday, November 28. Advertisement The Health and Safety Authority confirmed they are aware of the incident and an investigation has been launched. No further information is available at […]
Road works commence on the R259 Dungloe to Burtonport
ESSENTIAL road works will begin on the R259 Dungloe – Burtonport road at Lackenagh today. There will be a stop/go traffic management system in place for the duration of the works which will be carried out over two days. Traffic management will be in place from 8am to 5pm on both days. Advertisement The exact […]
Death of Kathleen Watkins is mourned in her beloved Dungloe
By Eoin McGarvey THE town of Dungloe and indeed the west of the county joined in mourning the death of broadcaster, writer, and musician Kathleen Watkins who passed away in the Blackrock Clinic on Thursday last, surrounded by her loving family. The wife of the late broadcaster Gay Byrne, and mother of Crona and Suzy, […]
Bed and breakfast go-ahead for former Dungloe bank
by Louise Doyle THE former Bank of Ireland building in Dungloe is set to be turned into a bed and breakfast. Applicant Eighter Properties Ltd lodged plans with Donegal County Council in July of this year seeking permission for the change of use of a bank/financial institution to a bed and breakfast and café. Advertisement […]
Bus route enhancements between Falcarragh and Dungloe are due to begin tomorrow
By Paul McElwee BUS services connecting Falcarragh and Dungloe are due to receive a timely boost once enhancements to the route come into effect tomorrow, Morning. The current 966 route will be merged with route 992, offering enhanced connectivity to Falcarragh, Derrybeg, Bunbeg, Crolly, Donegal Airport, Burtonport and Dungloe. Advertisement The route enhancement has come […]