Tayto sign returning to Mountcharles
A Tayto crisps sign, which was a pub in Donegal 70 years ago, has found its way home. The sign was situated in MacGroary’s Bar, now known as The Shamrock Bar, in the village of Mountcharles in the 1950s. The sign, which reads ‘Tá Tato go rí mhaith’,…
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…
Taoiseach to discuss the future of Dunkineely Health Centre with HSE
The Taoiseach has committed to discussing Dunkineely Health Centre with the HSE. The centre has closed after the local GP relocated to Glenties, leaving the local community having to travel elsewhere for the service. It’s also understood that other nearby practices in the likes of Killybegs, Mountcharles and…
Donegal Gardaí appeal for information in relation to a number of burglaries
Donegal Gardaí are investigating a number of burglaries that occurred over the course of the first week of November in a number of areas. The burglaries occurred at private residences in the Donegal Town, Laghey, Ballyshannon, Bundoran and Mountcharles areas. Money or jewellery was stolen in many of the cases.…
Cautious welcome to return of Mountcharles respite services
There has been a cautious welcome to the return of respite services in Mountcharles, Co. Donegal. Local Sinn Fein Councillor, Noel Jordan, says while it is great to see the service return for 5 days a week at Seaview House, he believes a 7 day service is required to meet…
Hopes Donegal sewage treatment plant issues resolved
A Donegal Councillor says it’s hoped problems with the sewage treatment plant in Mountcharles will soon be solved following the announcement that it is to be linked to the system in Donegal Town. The Mountcharles plant is to be upgraded under the Small Towns and Villages Growth Programme. The aim…