Renewed calls for safety measures after tragedy is narrowly avoided in Dunkineely
There needs to be a long term plan to tackle serious safety issues at Dunkineely. That’s according to local Sinn Fein Cllr Noel Jordan who was speaking in the wake of last weeks near miss in the village. In the latest in a string of incidents in Dunkineely,…
Flood relief measures to commence shortly in Donegal Town
It’s hoped that work on flood relief measures for Donegal Town can begin as quickly as possible. The area has suffered numerous flooding events over the last few years and it was confirmed yesterday that the flood relief scheme is finally being released. Over 70 businesses and residential…
New sculpture erected in Mountcharles
Visitors to Mountcharles will now be met with a new sculpture. It follows a tender process for the project which was won by local tradesman Niall Bruton. The Mill Wheel sculpture has been created from a number of different types of stone, each having its own meaning. Local Cllr Noel…
Donegal councillors discuss concern over Irish water
Irish Water has come under fire over a number of local issues in south Donegal. Firstly, it’s been claimed that the utility is effectively pouring cold water on peoples plans to build in Mountcharles. Upgrade work to the treatment plant in the area is planned for mid 2023…
Donegal Councillors demand answers from Bus Eireann
An urgent meeting is being sought by Donegal County Councillors with Bus Eireann management over the cancellation of a number of its services between Donegal Town and Dublin. Bus Éireann has expressed ‘regret’ at some cancellations but didn’t give a reason for the decision. Bus Eireann has stated…
Cancellation of express service has left passengers stranded in Dublin & Donegal
The Cancellation of an express bus service has left passengers stranded in Dublin & Donegal. A Donegal Councillor is describing as ‘unacceptable’ the service being provided on the route. Cllr Noel Jordan says the ‘30-30 express’ which runs from Donegal to the capital has recorded 183 cancellations…
Residents in Donegal has once again felt the brunt of flooding after Storm Lorenzo
Residents in Donegal has once again felt the brunt of flooding after Storm Lorenzo after a local Cllr claims it could have been prevented. Clarendon Drive which is located along the River Eske, was completely flooded after the banks burst at around 6am on Friday morning and the same thing…