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Buncrana Housing Development - contract signing 06.02.25

Donegal County Council has recently appointed McCallion Construction Limited, Buncrana to construct a development of 54 social houses on Council-owned lands at Rockytown, Ballymacarry, Buncrana. The current phase of the Baile Na Carraige development will deliver 42 houses and 12 apartments; adding to the initial phase of 21 social houses which completed in June 2022. The project has been designed by the Council’s in-house architectural team and will provide high-quality 1-4 bed homes for 54 individuals/families in the Buncrana area.

Development works have commenced on site with works scheduled to be completed in December 2026.



Pictured in the signing of the Contract for the Baile Na Carraige Phase 2 are:

Front Row L-R; Cllr. Jack Murray Cathaoirleach Inishowen MD, Liam Ward Director of Community Development & Planning Services (DCC), Cllr. Niamh Kennedy Cathaoirleach (DCC), Shay McCallion (McCallion Construction Limited), Lisa McBay (McCallion Construction Limited).

Back Row L-R; John Gallagher A/Senior Engineer (DCC), Patsy Lafferty Director of Housing Corporate and Cultural Services (DCC), Jim Boner Senior Executive Engineer (DCC), Cllr. Martin Farren, Nigel McGlynn Executive Architectural Technician (DCC), Cllr. Terry Crossan, Cllr. Albert Doherty, Tara Quinn Executive Architect (DCC), Cllr Fionán Bradley, Cllr Joy Beard, Cllr. Ali Farren, Claire Burke Senior Executive Architect (DCC), Una Creswell A/Area Manager (DCC), Gearoid Doherty Executive Engineer (DCC).

 

Donegal Culture & Creativity Project Awards 2025 05.02.25



Michael and Alice Gallanagh with the Inishowen Harp Ensemble

Inishowen community groups, organisations and individuals are being urged to submit applications for the Donegal Culture & Creativity Project Awards Scheme 2025.

The Scheme offers 25 project awards of €2,000 each to support new initiatives that foster engagement between communities and arts, culture, creativity or heritage professionals. Applications are welcome from those who have not previously engaged with Creative Ireland, and those who have and wish to engage in new and creative ways.

These projects can focus on engaging, exploring, sharing, preserving, or promoting culture, heritage, creativity, arts or technology in creative and imaginative ways, such as through performances, workshops, exhibitions, training, conservation actions or research. A key element of your application should be the engagement with the public or a targeted group.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 28th February at 4pm.

Download the Culture and Creativity Project Awards Guidelines

Apply online at https://submit.link/3ks

There will be an online information session by the Creative Communities Engagement Officer, Daithí Ramsay, on Tuesday 18th February at 7pm. To register for it email creativeireland@donegalcoco.ie

 

Buy Donegal 2024 04.02.25



Buy Donegal 2024 campaign has achieved record-breaking success, reaching a staggering global audience of 58.9 million. This year’s initiative has once again demonstrated the immense power of community spirit and local pride while showcasing Donegal’s exceptional businesses and unique offerings to the world.

Launched to coincide with the lead-up to Christmas, the #BuyDonegal campaign is an initiative of Donegal County Councils Economic Development Division and has grown to become a global movement, connecting Donegal’s diaspora and supporters worldwide. The campaign celebrates the region’s remarkable creativity, innovation, and tradition, across a wide range of sectors, by encouraging people to buy locally and support Donegal businesses and families.

The 2024 campaign featured over 400 participating businesses, ranging from handcrafted goods and artisanal food products to tech and hospitality services. A vibrant mix of online and in-store promotions, coupled with engaging social media content and events, captured the imagination of Donegal supporters near and far.

For more information on the #BuyDonegal initiative, visit www.BuyDonegal.com .

 

Local Enhancement Programme 2025 03.02.25



Community groups in disadvantaged areas are being urged to apply for funding under the Local
Enhancement Programme for running costs and/or capital expenditure.

The Department of Rural and Community Affairs launched the Community Support Fund, with a
national allocation of €7 million. This fund will support community and voluntary groups in
disadvantaged areas as follows:

• Small Grant (up to €500) for non-pay running costs such as utility bills or other non-pay operating
costs during period 1st June 2023 to 30th May 2025.

• Small Grant (€500-€1,000) to carry out minor repairs and improvements to community facilities or
to support the purchase of equipment.

• Large Grant (€5,000-€10,000) to carry out necessary repairs and improvements to community
facilities or to support the purchase of equipment.

Cllr. Martin McDermott, Chairperson of Donegal LCDC, welcomed the Fund and encouraged all
community and voluntary groups in Inishowen to apply.

The closing date for receipt of applications to the Scheme is 3:30pm on Tuesday, 25th February
2025. Further details and link to application form are available at www.donegalcoco.ie .

 

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