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Reservoir cleaning works
05.10.26
Uisce Éireann (Irish Water)
will be carrying out some essential reservoir cleaning works.
Reservoirs in Meendoran, Errity, Drumhaggert, Coolcross and Golan
Hill will be cleaned this week and homes and businesses in nearby areas might see reduced water pressure, temporary
discolouration, or intermittent supply.
• On Monday, 5th October, water crews will be working on the
reservoir at Meendoran.
• On Tuesday, 6th October, cleaning works at Errity reservoir may
affect those in nearby areas.
• On Wednesday, 7th October, crews will be working at Drumhaggart
reservoir.
• On Thursday, 8th October, the reservoir in Coolcross will be
cleaned.
• On Friday, 9th October, water crews will be working on the
reservoir at Golan Hill.
Following the works, some people may notice temporary discolouration
of their water. If this occurs, you are advised to run the cold
kitchen tap until the water runs clear.
Burt Road Traffic Collision
19.08.26
Gardaí are appealing for
witnesses following a two vehicle road traffic collision on the N13
between Bridgend and Manorcunningham on Tuesday evening, 18th August
2026. Emergency services were alerted to the collision at
approximately 5:30pm.
The driver of vehicle one (a male aged in his 20s) was brought to
Letterkenny University Hospital with serious injuries. The driver of
vehicle two (a male in his late teens) was also removed to
Letterkenny University Hospital with serious injuries.
The road remains closed at this time to facilitate a technical
examination of the scene. Gardaí are appealing to any road users who
were travelling in the area between 4:30pm and 5:30pm, and who may
have witnessed the collision or have dashcam footage, to come
forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Buncrana Garda Station
on 074 93 20540 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
Buncrana Pantomime Society
30.07.26
Calling all singers, actors, dancers
and anyone with hidden talents!
The Buncrana Pantomime Society is officially kicking off
preparations for our 2027 production, and we want you to be part of
the legacy.
Whether you’ve been on our stage for decades or you’ve never stepped
foot in the spotlight, we’re looking for old and new faces to join
our panto family. As we enter our 51st year, this remains a true
community project at its heart - built by the people, for the
people.
• Date: August 19th
• Location: Community Centre Buncrana
• Time: 8pm
Come help us make the next half-century just as legendary as the
first. See you there!
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