A local councillor has called for a review of the multi-million euro Letterkenny Green Connect project as he believes the first phase – a linear park – is “not a sustainable design”. Tabling a motion on the subject at the November meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael McBride questioned the cost and practicality […]
Letterkenny residents voice emergency vehicle obstruction fears in planning appeal
by Louise Doyle AN obstruction to emergency vehicles and fire concerns are among the grounds of appeal lodged by Letterkenny residents after planning permission was given to change the use of a domestic garage in Rosemount Terrace to residential use. Rosemount Terrace resident Marina Carlin lodged the objection with An Bord Pleanála, with the support of numerous other residents. Advertisement Applicant Roisin Roche submitted […]
Frustration among protesters as Taoiseach pays brief visit to county
By Róise Collins A CROWD of protesters were disappointed when the Taoiseach failed to show up to a scheduled canvass of Letterkenny Main Street during his visit to Donegal on Monday evening. Those gathered included members of the 100% Redress Party and the Raphoe Community Playgroup, who were eager to speak with Simon Harris about […]
Meeting sought with OPW over River Swilly potential
By Chris Ashmore THE Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council has called for a meeting with the Office of Public Works to discuss how best to enhance the use of the River Swilly as it flows through Letterkenny. Addressing the November meeting of the council this week, Cllr. Gerry McMonagle expressed the view that there […]
Emergency works to begin on Windy Hall Road today
EMERGENCY works are set to begin on the Windy Hall Road today. The road will be closed from 10am to 3pm today, Monday, November 11 and tomorrow, Tuesday, November 12 while emergency works are carried out. Local traffic may be accompanied if possible from Glencar side only to Long Lane.
Taoiseach Simon Harris to visit Donegal today
By Diarmaid Doherty THE Taoiseach Simon Harris will be in Donegal today as the general election campaign swings firmly into gear. He will visit Letterkenny later this afternoon and he’ll then stop off in Ballybofey and Stranorlar as part of a visit to the North West. Advertisement It comes just three days after the Dáil […]
Loads happening at An Grianán as the birthday celebrations continue
By Paul McElwee LETTERKENNY’S iconic An Grianán Theatre will this evening host a special event as part of its 25th birthday celebrations. A performance by CoisCéim Dance Theatre, one of the first acts to perform at the theatre following its opening a quarter of a century ago, will once again take to the stage after […]
Fresh efforts to improve air quality in Letterkenny
SITUATED behind the Donegal County Museum on the High Road in Letterkenny is a rather undistinguished green metal cabinet. It’s fair to assume that – even if it was in a more public place – the vast majority of people would not know what it is for if they were asked. It would be no […]
Staff in St Bernadette’s School ditch the razors to raise some vital funds
By Dionne Meehan DEDICATED staff, students and parents from St Bernadette’s School in Letterkenny will be ditching the razors this November following the announcement of their latest fundraiser. The Movember campaign at St Bernadette’s School is not just about growing moustaches, though that’s part of the fun! Advertisement It’s about drawing attention to the importance […]
Letterkenny leisure provider has an ‘aura’ of success
By Paul McElwee LETTERKENNY business and Ireland’s largest leisure provider, the Aura Holohan Group, was celebrating this week after double success at the All-Ireland Safety Awards in the Great Southern Hotel in Killarney last Friday. The group, which operates in sport and leisure facility management, came home with two Category 1 awards; the Exceptional High […]