By Chris Ashmore PROPERTY that was leased more than two years ago for use as a new garda station in Ramelton is still lying idle – and with no timeline for it to be open to the public. This is despite the fact that there have been growing calls for a greater garda presence in […]
Brave Ramelton woman presents local playgroup with impressive €24,900
By Dionne Meehan RAMELTON Community Playgroup has been presented with an amazing €24,900, raised through dedicated fundraising efforts to support their upcoming move to a new location. Local woman, Sara Nairn, who was recently diagnosed with cancer, made it her mission to spread awareness while raising vital funds for her community. Advertisement Originally from Woodlands, […]
Leak detection works may impact water supply in Ramelton
RESIDENTS in Ramelton have been advised to prepare for potential water supply disruptions due to essential leak detection works, scheduled to take place later this week. These works are being carried out as part of the National Leakage Reduction Programme, which aims to improve the overall water network and reduce water loss. The scheduled works […]
Uisce Éireann appeals to customers in Ramelton, Milford and Kerrykeel to conserve water
UISCE Éireann is appealing to customers in Ramelton, Milford and Kerrykeel to continue efforts to conserve water and protect supply. The recent dry weather conditions in these areas have resulted in low lake levels at Milford, the area’s water source. As a result, customers are being asked to be mindful of their usage, allow supply […]
Family of Paul Buchanan offer their thanks
THE family of Paul Buchanan, the Ramelton man who has been missing since a kayaking incident off the Donegal coast last October, have offered their thanks to all who have helped them and continue to offer support. Today (Thursday) marks six months since Paul failed to return to Magheragallon Pier in Gaoth Dobhair after he […]
Uisce Éireann appeals to customers in Ramelton and Milford to conserve water
Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers in Ramelton and Milford to conserve water and protect supply. The recent dry weather conditions in these areas has resulted in low lake levels at Milford, the area’s water source. As a result, customers are being asked to be mindful of their usage, allow supply to catch up with […]
€280,000 allocated to Donegal buildings under Historic Structure Fund
TWO Donegal buildings have been allocated a total of €280,000 for their repair and protection under this year’s Historic Structure Fund (HSF). Former Warehouse, The Mall in Ramelton is receiving €150,000 for roof repairs and a rainwater system, while the former Prior Endowed School in Lifford has been allocated €130,000 for envelope repairs, renewal and […]
Goldilocks is ‘just right’ for Ramelton’s 60th pantomime
TONIGHT, the Town Hall doors will open for Ramelton’s 60th Pantomime. Goldilocks and the Three Bears is the production chosen for this auspicious occasion. The origins of the story are, as is often the case, lost in the mists of time, but it has evolved into the charming tale we all know and love. Advertisement […]
Speeding traffic: a case of ‘Ramelton roulette’
By Chris Ashmore IT’S not a case of Russian roulette – it’s a case of Ramelton roulette, a local councillor has claimed in relation to speeding traffic in the town. Cllr. Declan Meehan’s comment came during a council discussion on road safety-related issues in the Bridgend area of the town, and in particular the failure […]
Boogie’s last dance – 50 years on
By Eoin Glackin NEXT Thursday, March 6 marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Hugh ‘Boogie’ McDaid, a young man from Ramelton killed on the night of his 21st birthday. Hugh is remembered by all who knew him as a unique character – a larger-than-life personality, never far from mischief but who always had […]