Good news for Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maistri in Donegal Town
The gaelscoil in Donegal Town has been given the green light to take the next step in preparation for a new school building. Education Minister and Donegal TD Joe McHugh says Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maistri can now go to what’s known as ‘detailed design stage.’ Speaking to Ocean FM News,…
Refurbished Tirchonnail Bridge will be reopening soon
It’s expected that Tirchonnaill Bridge in Donegal Town will be open in the coming weeks following major works. Working has been ongoing on the structure across the River Eske for the past few months. Services now have to be diverted back onto the bridge, with some waterproofing and stonework just…
Call for money to be provided for new Cleary Centre in Donegal
A Donegal TD is calling on the HSE to ensure a new centre for those with intellectual disabilities in Donegal Town IS included in the HSE’s budget for the coming year. Last April, it was announced that the Cleary Centre is to get a new building. But Fianna Fail Deputy…
Donegal Town Mayor says garda station must remain open 24-hours a day
The Mayor of Donegal Town is calling on all politicians in the area to ensure the garda station in the town remains open 24-hours a day. Padraig Kennedy is making the call following a Joint Policing Committee meeting last night at which the opening of the station for 12-hours a…
Two men due in Sligo court in connection with Donegal Town burglary
Two men are due to appear before Sligo District Court this morning arising from the burglary and theft of about €6,000 worth of mobile phones and electronic equipment from a shop in Donegal Town. The incident occurred last Saturday night/Sunday morning. Following an investigation by Donegal Town gardai, the two…
‘Simple Simon’s’ in Donegal Town shortlisted for prestigious award
A Donegal health store has been shortlisted for the prestigious Health Stores Ireland Awards 2018. Simple Simon’s, of Donegal Town, will be among those at the health store sector’s showcase event, Vitality Expo, which takes place in the RDS in Dublin on 8th and 9th of September. Finbarr Rock, of…
Contractors officially appointed to start work on bridge in Donegal town
The contractors for carrying out work on Tir Chonaill bridge in Donegal Town will be officially appointed today. Representatives from L & M Keating Ltd, Donegal County Council Roads Service and elected members will attend the event today with work set to start within two weeks. The work is long…