IF you would like a morning filled with music and fun, come along to Rathmullan Pier and Seafront this Saturday morning June 21. This unique musical event will begin at 7am and an open invite has been extended to all ‘sisters’ who wish to come along. This event will be an opportunity to celebrate the […]
Rathmullan Pier officially reopened last Friday
RATHMULLAN Pier was officially reopened last Friday by Minister Charlie McConalogue TD together with Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Niamh Kennedy. This major capital refurbishment project was delivered over a nine month period at a cost of over €4.5 million. The pierhead, which was constructed in 1957, is accessed by a 120m long viaduct […]
Rathmullan footpath repairs on the way
JUST over €50,000 had been allocated for footpath repairs in Rathmullan. The news has been welcomed by Cllr. Pauric McGarvey who had tabled a motion at last week’s meeting of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council saying that there was an “urgent need” for the repair and upgrading of many footpaths in the town. He said that […]
Man struck by car in Rathmullan
Gardaí are appealing for information after a man was struck by a car in Rathmullan. The man was crossing the street on Main Street on Sunday, March 30 between 12.05pm and 12.10pm when he was hit by a black car, causing him to fall to the ground. The car stopped a distance away and the […]
Launch of Swilly Sisters’ Shed full of warmth and friendship
RATHMULLAN was the place to be recently as locals gathered to celebrate the launch of the Swilly Sisters’ Shed which took place on International Women’s Day Almost 70 people were in attendance at the launch whilst others sent their apologies. The Swilly Sisters’ Shed is an open group for women aged 18 and over from […]
Rathmullan Pier to reopen tomorrow following €4.6 million refurbishment
By Dionne Meehan RATHMULLAN Pier will re-open to the public tomorrow after a 10-month closure to facilitate significant refurbishment works. The €4.6 million refurbishment works, which were carried out by Mayo Construction Company, Cunningham Civil and Marine, began last April. Advertisement Confirming the news earlier this week, Donegal County Councillor Pauric McGarvey said he is delighted to […]
Man taken to hospital following assault in Rathmullan
A man was taken to hospital following an assault in Rathmullan at the weekend. The man is believed to have been assaulted by another man on Main Street on Sunday, February 9 at 00.20am. He was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital to receive treatment for non-life threatening injures as a result. A garda spokesperson said:Should anyone have witnessed […]
€4.6 million Rathmullan Pier Refurbishment Project to be completed in January
THE €4.6 million Rathmullan Pier Refurbishment Project that began in April is expected to be completed in January 2025. Confirming the completion date during a visit to Rathmullan Pier at the weekend, Donegal minister, Charlie McConalogue said: “As Minister for Marine, I was delighted to be able to secure over €4 million to ensure that […]
One arrested for dangerous driving in Rathmullan
By Dionne Meehan GARDAÍ in Milford arrested one driver in connection with dangerous driving in Rathmullan last night. This comes as gardaí received reports of a number of cars involved in dangerous driving in the area. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí arrested one driver in connection with the incidents and their car was seized […]
Former Olympic swimmer completes Rathmullan to Inch – and back again – challenge
There were celebrations in Rathmullan last week – and some money raised for a good cause into the bargain – following a unique and hugely successful charity swim. Former Olympic swimmer Kevin Williamson swam from Rathmullan Beach to Inch Island Beach and back again (3.7km) in 1 hour, 23 minutes 14 seconds. Kevin, who has […]