Donegal: Pat the Cope concerned about FF Midlands North West seat
Leas Cheann Comhairle and FF Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher reacting to an exit poll which shows Fianna Fáil’s key aim to regain a seat in Midlands North West appears to be facing challenges. He…
First tally figures for Sligo-Strandhill electoral area due shortly
The first official tally figures from the Sligo Count Centre at Summerhill College are due shortly. Tallying of votes from the Sligo-Strandhill area is nearing completion. Meanwhile, more than 400 postal votes in County Sligo…
Minister for social protection called on to pay the Domiciliary Allowance when children in hospital
A local election candidate and Fianna Fail cllr is calling on the Minister for Social Protection to continue to pay the Domiciliary Allowance when children are sick in hospital for long periods of time. At…
Lack of work space preventing new businesses considering locating to north Leitrim
The lack of suitable office and work space are the biggest factors discouraging new businesses to set up in north Leitrim. That’s according to Fine Gael Councillor and local candidate Sean McDermott who says…
EU candidates debate farming issues at IFA meeting in Donegal
The European election candidates that are contesting the midlands north west constituency gathered yesterday in the Millpark Hotel in Donegal Town to trash out the big issues at a special meeting which was organised by…
Funding of €718,000 allocated to NW clubs and sports facilities
Clubs across the north west region have benefited from over €718,000 following a special round of funding under Sports Capital Grants. It’s been announced 11 sports capital projects in Sligo will benefit to the tune…
New bridge in Donegal Town represents an investment of €1m
The cathaoirleach of Donegal Municipal District says the new bridge officially opened in Donegal Town today represents an investment in infrastructure in the town of €1million. The 123-year-old Tir Chonaill Bridge Michael Naughton was originally…