DONAGH could be in line for a boost to its residential housing, that is if planners give the go ahead for 10 new houses. A planning application has been submitted for the development of new houses on the Moorlough Road close to the village. The applicant, Newpark Homes Ltd propose the development of a mix […]
Bus shelter artists brightening up those early mornings
A SELECTION of works of art have been displayed on bus shelters across rural communities within Sliagh Beagh, as part of a new initiative to “enrich the lives of rural communities.” Over the course of the year, workshops will take place across the county to bring more visual arts to remote areas. The Sliabh Beagh […]
Social media solves mystery of Donagh’s missing defib
THERE was relief in Donagh last week after the power of social media helped secure the safe and speedy return of the village’s defibrillator. The live-saving piece of equipment, which is located at the Millennium Hall, had been reported missing last week. However, within hours of Facebook appeals by both the Donagh Development Information page […]
GAA clubs are gearing up for the big switch-on!
GAA clubs across the county are taking part in an ‘Ireland Lights Up’ initiative. The aim is to bring communities together to enjoy walking in safety under the bright lights of local GAA clubs. The Lights Up initiative encourages locals to get out and exercise during the darker nights. Participating clubs will switch their floodlights […]
Speeding motorists big worry for roadside school
ROAD safety due to the speed of vehicles passing St Joseph’s primary school on the Dernawilt Road in Donagh has been highlighted again this week. The rural primary school is positioned just feet from the roadside. School pupils have been observing the speed of passing vehicles this week. The Fermanagh and Omagh Policing and Community […]
Sadness at the death of Donagh GAA club stalwart
THE community in Donagh has been shocked at the unexpected death of one of their footballing stalwarts James McCabe of Alexander Rise. Jimmy, a founder member of St Patrick’s GFC in Donagh, was instrumental in the development of the new Louis Leonard Memorial Park, also overseeing the development of the clubhouse and changing facilities. He […]
Donagh school celebrates forty years
THERE was cause for great celebration in Donagh as St Joseph’s Primary School marked its 40th anniversary. The school first opened in 1979 and was blessed by Bishop Patrick Mulligan. 184 pupils were on the schools register on its opening day. To celebrate 40 years of education at St Joseph’s pupils past and present engaged […]
Excitement builds as school to celebrate 40th birthday
THE community of Donagh is preparing to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the opening of St Joseph’s Primary School. Celebrations are being held on Saturday 13th April to mark the milestone with a thanksgiving Mass at 6pm in St Patrick’s church, Donagh celebrated by Bishop Larry Duffy. Afterwards everyone is invited to return to St […]
Push for speed limits to be slashed to 20mph
THE speed of vehicles travelling past rural schools has been a heavily debated issue locally for some time. In areas with limited or no traffic calming measures the speed of vehicles whizzing past playgrounds where pupils are out and about has caused concern. This has previously been brought to the fore at a number of […]
Child sex abuser jailed for six years
James Desmond McNamee (72) accepted 15 counts of indecent assault and five of gross indecency.