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Big Beach Clean success 01.10.24



Students at Moville Community College joined the Big Beach Clean and collaborated with 'Future Island' project and Change Makers Donegal to help in giving marine litter a second life. They collected a large quantity of waste and plan to transform it by giving it a new life.

Clean Coasts received overwhelming support and commitment from volunteers and communities across Donegal for the Big Beach Clean weekend that took place between 20th and 22nd of September 2024.

This year, an estimated 3.8 tonnes of litter was removed by over 600 volunteers in Donegal.

IWA Fundraising Day 26.09.24



The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) is calling on Inishowen to support their Annual Fundraising Day today, Thursday 26th September 2024. You can show your support by making a donation to one of their on-street collectors or by donating online at www.iwa.ie .

IWA is dedicated to supporting people with disabilities in communities at a local and national level, helping people live a life full of choice, freedom, and joy. The charity relies on donations to fund essential services that benefit over 20,000 individuals nationwide. These services include sport, accessible homes, transport, assisted living services, and Community Centre programmes that are a vital lifeline for many, helping to combat loneliness and isolation.

Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards 26.09.24



The Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards return for 2024 on Friday, 27th September, at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana. Presented by Donegal County Council and first initiated in 2012 as a means of commemorating the centenary of the birth of the late Tip O’Neill the awards seek to recognise those who have excelled in their chosen field whilst honouring their contribution to Ireland and the Global Irish Community.

The 2024 awards see three accomplished individuals, Billy Higgins, Carolean Gallagher and David McCourt, rightfully honoured.

Billy Higgins: Born and raised in South Boston, is a businessman and community leader who is renowned for his charitable endeavours and the founder of the Southill Childrens Fund.

Caroleann Gallagher: A native of Arranmore Island, Caroleann’s career in law in the United States has been primarily focused on personal injuries and those hurt by the negligence of others.

David McCourt: Founder and Chairman of Granahan McCourt Capital and the Chairman of National Broadband Ireland.

Tickets for the awards ceremony are available at www.eventbrite.ie .

Transfer of vehicle ownership 26.09.24

Online service simplifies transfer of vehicle ownership.
This new service allows private (non-trade) vehicle owners to transfer vehicle registration to another private owner, entirely online.

The service can be accessed at www.vehicleservices.gov.ie or through www.motortax.ie .

This will allow buyers to check vehicle details against the vehicle register. These include make/model, colour, motor tax status, test status, number of previous owners, and whether or not the vehicle was imported.

It enables the buyer to get accurate and real-time information about the vehicle before completing the purchase, making the experience more transparent and efficient.

The Henry Girls in concert 26.09.24



To celebrate the release of their new album, A Time to Grow, The Henry Girls are doing a special concert in Malin on October 19th. They will be joined by some very special guests.
This is an Earagail Arts Festival event, for more info visit https://eaf.ie .

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