Fighting Covid: Too early to start shaking hands at funerals
The HSE is asking people is ensure they continue to adhere to Covid-19 restrictions when attending funerals. It’s as concern grows about the number of people — some travelling longer distances — showing up for some funerals, even though only 50 are allowed, with mask-wearing and social distancing still mandatory.…
Fixing mica-hit homes in Donegal could cost billions, says councillor
It could cost billions of euro to fix the problems being caused to homes in Donegal by defective mica blocks, according to one local councillor. Thousands of houses are affected with councillors unanimously voting in favour of a 100 per cent government redress scheme today. Jack Murray, a representative for…
Sligo gardai say phone scammers have been busy today so—- beware
Sligo gardai are again warning the public to be on the alert for phone scammers. They say today has been particularly busy for scam callers, most of them coming from Irish phone numbers, with some from Britain. Gardai say people who receive such calls should not engage with them and…
Mica problems dominate Donegal County Council meeting
Councillors in Donegal are demanding a 100 per cent government redress scheme for homeowners affected by defective mica blocks. Thousands of homes throughout the county are believed to be impacted by the defective building materials. There is a scheme in place which covers 90 per cent of rebuilding costs, but…
Calls for new committee to be formed as Easkey Community Council comes under further investigation
It’s reported that there is now a second probe underway into Easkey Community Council regarding the operation of training grants. It’s led to calls by a former General Election candidate for the holding of an AGM of the council and for a new committee to be established OceanFM Ireland…
Merenda in Manorhamilton rebrands, launches new products
A Manorhamilton-based company that employs 20 people is launcing a new logo and new products as part of its rebranding. Merenda, founded in 1984, is a leading manufacturer of wood veneer component products for the furniture industry. It’s aim is to capitalise on the growing Irish and British furniture industry.…
Work to start on Collooney to Ballisodare footpath in July
Works on a new footpath between Collooney and Ballisodare are to begin in July. It’s expected to take 10 weeks to complete the route along the R290 that will include upgrading public lighting and 522m of new footpath from the roundabout in Ballisodare towards Collooney. €200,000 has been…