A DONEGAL councillor is urging people in the Newmills and surrounding areas to try and conserve water as there is currently a huge demand on supply at the Rahan Reservoir. Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly said he is keeping a close eye on the situation as areas including Tullygay, Newmills, Bomany, Kirkneedy and surrounding areas have […]
Calls to extend tourism season at Newmills
By Róise Collins CALLS have been made to extend the visiting season at Newmills Corn and Flax Mill on the outskirts of Letterkenny. A local to the area Councillor Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly has requested that Donegal County Council engage with the Office Public Works (OPW) to extend the current visiting season at the popular tourist attraction. […]
Plans underway to improve water supply for residents of New Mills area
By Dionne Meehan PLANS are underway to help improve water supply issues for the residents of Bomany, Newmills, Tullgay and Conwal. Welcoming the news, Cllr Donal ‘Mandy’ Kelly confirmed that Uisce Éireann is currently undertaking a plan to help improve the service capacity in these areas. Advertisement Speaking to the Donegal News, Cllr Kelly said […]
Newmills Corn and Flax Mill to reopen in June
Newmills Corn and Flax Mill will reopen in June. The site will be open to visitors on June 1 2023 and will remain open for the summer season, closing on September 30. The site will be open to the public Tuesday to Sunday each week (closed on Mondays). Advertisement There will be a guide service […]
An Bord Pleanala concerned about proposed wind farm near Glenveagh National Park
AN BORD Pleanala (ABP) has expressed concern over the visual impact of a proposed 16 turbine windfarm near Glenveagh National Park.