Easing of further restrictions could be delayed
There could be another hammer blow in the offering for the local hospitality sector after the Taoiseach suggested the next stage of easing Covid-19 restrictions could be delayed over concerns about the Delta variant. …
Donegal fishermen to take part in Dublin protest
Fishing vessels from Donegal and all over the Country will sail up the Liffey this morning to join a large protest in Dublin city. Fishing organisations from across the country say their sector is…
McConalogue says fur farmers will be compensated
Cabinet has approved a ban on fur farming to take effect from early next year. It will mean the closure of three mink farms in Laois, Kerry and Donegal, housing some 120,000 animals. Donegal TD…
Woman taken to hospital after falling at Secret Waterfall in Largy
A woman was taken to hospital by ambulance this afternoon after falling at The Secret Waterfall in Largy, Co Donegal. Killybegs Coast Guard was alerted to the incident about 12:43, when the woman fell on…
Money for schools to encourage walking, cycling
Schools throughout Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal are to benefit from funding under a scheme to promote walking and cycling. Five schools in Donegal will get money, four in Sligo and three in Leitrim. Minister of…
FARMING: Cattle prices, climate action
There is more positive news on beef prices this week. IFA Livestock Chairman Brendan Golden claims that prices on offer to farmers have risen a further 5c/kg this week. Steers are making €4.15/kg to €4.25/kg;…
Old water pipes being replaced on Hilly Road in Drumshanbo
Irish Water, working with Leitrim County Council, is replacing about 130 metres of old water mains in Drumshanbo. The pipes, on the Hilly Road in the town, were prone to frequent bursts and leakage and…
