Cost of living prevents homeowners from providing refugee accommodation says Donegal Councillor
A Donegal Councillor is warning that the rising costs of living are preventing many homeowners from providing accommodation to those fleeing the war in the Ukraine. Independent Councillor Niamh Kennedy says it’s important to provide state assistance to families that are opening their homes to Ukrainian refugees. The calls come…
Donegal council meeting adjourned in dramatic circumstances
Today’s meeting of Donegal County Council has been adjourned after Cathaoirleach Cllr Jack Murray said elected representatives and council staff didn’t feel safe as a result of what happened at the meeting. The meeting, which had been taking place at the Aura Leisure Centre in Letterkenny, is now adjourned to…
Money will allow further progress on Fintra Bridge project
Donegal County Council has today confirmed that funding is to be provided this year to allow further progress on the Fintra Bridge and road realignment project. The money, from the Department of Transport, will allow completion of the Compulsory Purchase process and as well as for preparation of the construction…
Review of Donegal’s outdoor amenities to take place
People are encouraged to submit their views on an Outdoor Recreational Strategy for Donegal; the the first of its kind for the county, Independent Councillor, Niamh Kennedy, says an audit is being carried out on the existing infrastructure and to propose any additional works that may be needed. She says…
Bundoran to Glencolmcille Blueway a ‘no brainer’ says Donegal Councillor
A Donegal Councillor believes a case can be made for a Blueway connecting Bundoran to Glencolmcille. Independent Councillor, Niamh Kennedy says there is a wide range of activities and amenities around Donegal Bay, which is the largest in the country, such as kayaking, surfing and four blue flag beaches. She…
New fish processing plant will be big boost for Killybegs
Work is expected to start in the second half of next year on the building of a new fish processing plant in Killybegs that is expected to create about 100 jobs. The plant will produce protein powders and marine minerals for worldwide export, with a focus on Asia. Preparation of…
€760,000 in funding to enhance rural towns and villages
€760,000 in funding is going towards the enhancement of streetscapes and shopfronts in rural towns and villages in Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal. €320,000 has been allocated for Co. Donegal while Sligo and Leitrim will both receive €220,000 from a national fund of €7m under the Streetscape Enhancement Initiative. The funds…