Disruption expected due to repair work on Lennox Bridge
It’s hoped a new bridge will be built in the coming years to replace Lennox Bridge on the R280 on the Donegal/Leitrim border. A recent road traffic collision damaged part of the wall sending it into the river which has repair works to be carried out this week. …
Kenny unhappy with decision not to publish report into alleged corruption
A local TD says the decision taken by the information commissioner not to publish a report into alleged planning corruption in Donegal is having a negative impact in restoring public confidence in the Irish planning process. The report in question was submitted to the minister for housing, planning and local…
Calls for investment into Shannon-Erne Waterway
An increase in investment needs to be made in the Shannon-Erne Waterway linking the River Shannon with the River Eske in County Donegal. That’s according to local Fianna Fail General election candidate for Sligo and Leitrim, Shane Ellis. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Mr Ellis believes that the Ballinamore-Ballyconnell canal…
Donegal TD Joe McHugh confirmed as new Minister for Education & Skills
Donegal TD, Joe McHugh has been appointed to the the post of Minister for Education & Skills. The Taoiseach earlier appointed Richard Bruton as Communications Minister to replace Denis Naughten who resigned on Thursday. A number of other ministerial appointments have been made as a result of the change. Including…