APRIL 2008

Moville Receives New Fire Engine

Moville received a new fire engine this week, to replace their 21 year old engine. Councillor, Marian McDonald said, "We are all very proud of the work that our emergency service personnel do across the county and it has been a top priority for me to work with Senator Keaveney to ensure that our own volunteers in Moville were equipped with the most up to date facilities. This past couple of years has driven this process on as Government funding has been brought into Inishowen for a number of key fire service projects. Having spoken to a number of those working out of the new stations I know that they are delighted with the change."

Senator Keaveney also has recognised the work of those past and present who have put the people of the area before their own comfort and safety. "Among the first questions I ever put when I joined the Council almost 13 years ago was the issue of the Moville fire station. It has been a slow battle through various problems but success was achieved. It was important then, when the Government has been giving substantial monies to the county for the development of emergency service equipment and resources that Moville got its new tender. People like former fire officers Frank Doherty and James McDermott and current fire officer Seamus Harkin have given of their time and expertise for years and asked only for save equipment to work with. It is regretful for them that this is all now in place as they retire from the service but it is great for those remaining, under the leadership of patsy Wilson and Bernard Barr, that a top class facility is there in all respects now."

Substation officer, Bernard Barr explained that it will be a couple of weeks before this engine is operational as officers will have to be trained in the technical aspects of this high specification vehicle which cost in the region of €300,000. I congratulate Councillor McDonald for the fact that the needs of Moville were prioritised and know she is another person who is steeped in the spirit of volunteering too and therefore understands the needs of other voluntary groups working in our community", concluded Senator Keaveney.