Over twenty years since he captured the nation’s attention on You’re a Star and represented Ireland at the 2003 Eurovision Song Contest with the number-one hit “We’ve Got the World,” Mickey Joe reflects openly on the reality of sudden fame, the mechanics of the music industry, and his life off-stage. In this candid conversation, Mickey […]
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What happens when the party stops, but the drinking doesn’t? This week, we sit down with well-known DJ and radio contributor Joe Decks for an incredibly raw, honest, and powerful conversation about his battle with alcohol addiction. From the early days of student life and the high-energy nightlife of the DJ booth, Joe details how
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Gardai have confirmed that a man in his 20s who was critically injured in a road traffic collision has died in hospital. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the single-vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the R238 at Ardmore, Muff. The collision, involving a car, occurred at around 9:45pm. The driver and only occupant
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Gardai and emergency services are attending a serious road traffic collision in Muff As a result, a road closure is in place on the R238 at Ardmore, Muff. The road will remain closed for a period of time. Diversions are in place with motorists asked to take an alternative route if possible. There are no
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Two men have died in a road traffic collision in South Donegal this afternoon. The incident. Involving two-vehicles, occurred on the N15 in Birchhill, Co. Donegal today, Saturday 16th May 2026. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the incident shortly after 2:00pm. Two occupants in one vehicle, a man aged in his 20s and
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The Ballybofey to Donegal Town road is closed at Clar following a serious road traffic collision. The road is expected to remain closed for a period of time with updates later Diversions are in place, motorists are asked to use an alternative route.Diversions are in place at Drumlonagher roundabout (traffic including HGV’s to travel via
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In this episode, we sit down with Mirenda Rosenberg, the voice behind the massive “Homestead Donegal” community and a tireless advocate for survivors of domestic abuse. Mirenda’s story is one of incredible resilience. Raised in a restrictive religious environment outside Washington D.C., she eventually moved to Ireland over 20 years ago. What was intended by
Gardaí in Letterkenny continue to investigate the murder of Andrew Burns, at Donnyloop, Castlefin, Co. Donegal, on Tuesday, 12th February, 2008. A woman (aged in her 60’s) has today, Thursday 14th May 2026, been arrested in connection with the investigation. She is currently detained pursuant to Section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act
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At 95 years old, Paddy Kerrigan’s journey from south Donegal to the Snowy Mountains of Australia is nothing short of legendary. This week, we sit down with the Bundoran native to discuss his recent investiture at Government House, where he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) by Governor-General Sam Mostyn. Paddy
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a fatal road collision, which occurred on the R252 at Cloghan, Co. Donegal this afternoon. The collision involved a car and a motorcycle and occurred at approximately 4:30pm. The motorcyclist, a male aged in his teens, was pronounced deceased at the scene. His body has been removed to Letterkenny
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In 1969, the heat of re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere reached nearly 3,000°C. Protecting the Apollo 11 astronauts from incinerating was a heat shield coated in a specialized resin—a resin developed by a young chemist from Inver, County Donegal. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Coyle as he approaches his 89th birthday. Despite
In the most northerly peninsula in Ireland, geography can often be a barrier to safety. For over 30 years, Mary Doherty has been breaking down those barriers. Mary is one of the founding figures of Lifeline Inishowen, a service that began as a response to a desperate local need and has grown into a gold-standard
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The Government has announced a 10 cent cut in excise duty on petrol and diesel, with a further reduction of 2.4 cent on marked gas oil or green diesel. The measures, which are subject to approval, are due to take effect from midnight on Tuesday and will remain in place until the end of July.
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In April 1986, a fire at the O’Donnell family home changed the course of five lives and left a community in shock. It has been forty years since that night, yet for Angela O’Donnell and her sons, the memory of those lost—Sharon, Joanne, Adrian, and baby Kevin—remains a constant presence. This week, Angela and her
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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal injury road traffic collision that occurred in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, on Friday 3rd April 2026. Shortly after 3pm, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a collision involving a pedestrian and a lorry at Station Roundabout, Port Road, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. The pedestrian, a female (40s), was
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Following a serious road traffic collision in Letterkenny on Friday afternoon, a number of traffic restrictions have been put in place The crash occurred in the area of the Station Roundabout though – no details of any injuries have been released. As a result of the collision, access to the Station Roundabout will not be
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After three decades of unwavering service, Timmy Boyle has officially stepped down as Officer in Charge of the Bunbeg Coast Guard. In this episode, we sit down with the man who helped shape the face of maritime rescue in Donegal. From the grassroots community fundraising that launched St. Colmcille Cliff & Coastal Search in 1996
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Gardaí investigating the fatal explosion at a building complex in Creeslough have submitted a supplementary file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. The supplementary file is in addition to the primary file submitted to the Office of the DPP in September 2025. The supplementary file includes formal recommendations from An Garda Síochána.
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At 90 years of age, most people have been retired for decades—but Martin O’Donnell only hung up the keys last October. For 65 years, Martin was a constant presence on the roads of Milford, Carrigart, Ramelton, and Downings. From his early days driving for Pat Kelly to becoming a self-employed fixture of the community in
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This week, we mark a profoundly significant and somber milestone. Friday, March 20th, 2026, marks the 10th anniversary of the Buncrana Pier tragedy. On that evening in 2016, five members of one family—Sean McGrotty, Mark (12), Evan (8), Ruth Daniels (57), and Jodie-Lee Daniels (14)—lost their lives when their car slipped into Lough Swilly. The
As he prepares to hang up his scrubs at Letterkenny University Hospital on March 12th, Mr. Michael Sugrue joins Greg Hughes to look back on a career defined by innovation, advocacy, and a deep love for his adopted home of Donegal. From his early days in Galway to two decades at the forefront of trauma
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A Donegal woman living in Dubai has told of the shock and fear as a series of explosions can be heard close to her home. Niamh Campbell spoke to Greg Hughes as Iran fired rockets across the middle east in retaliation against the US and Israeli attacks which began early on Saturday. The Middle East
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“Things Can Only Get Better” was more than just a hit; it was the soundtrack to a generation’s optimism. But for D:Ream frontman Peter Cunnah, the journey to finding his own “better” has been a complex, lifelong pursuit of identity and home. In this candid interview, Peter takes us behind the platinum records and the
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For years, the public narrative around eating disorders has been framed almost exclusively as a female experience. But the reality is far more complex, and for Conor Nolan, that reality began in the most ordinary of places: a football pitch at the age of 11. In this powerful bonus episode of the Greg Hughes Podcast,
A man has been taken to hospital following a road traffic collision in Inishowen this evening. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the single-vehicle road traffic collision at Umricam, Buncrana at around 8.10pm. There are currently no further details and Garda enquiries are ongoing.
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In this episode, Greg Hughes speaks with Maeve and Ian Gallagher following the inquest into the tragic death of their three-year-old son, Darragh. Darragh passed away in March 2023 after a rapid onset of Invasive Group A Streptococcal (iGAS) which led to bacterial sepsis. This episode provides a detailed look at the timeline leading up
What does it feel like to plan your daughter’s funeral while she is still alive? In this raw and deeply personal episode, Bernadette McConnell joins us to share her journey as a mother navigating her daughter Bailey’s decade-long battle with cocaine and prescription drug addiction. Bernadette pulls back the curtain on the “silent suffering” of
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with renowned Irish journalist Brighid ‘Biddy’ McLaughlin. While her new book, Tales of a Patchwork Life, covers a storied career in the Sunday Independent, it also serves as a searing account of her family’s 20-year journey through tragedy. Biddy opens up about the 2006 murder
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In 2002, James White was a man at the peak of his powers. As the head of the White Hotel Group, he commanded a commercial titan that employed 1,500 people and operated with a marketing budget—exceeding £500,000—that was almost unheard of for the time. Yet, behind the commercial success lay a storied and often turbulent
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In this episode, Clarice’s twin sister, Bernadette, joins us for a raw and courageous conversation. She pulls back the curtain on the devastating aftermath of a fatal road traffic collision, from the trauma of the 1:00 AM phone call to the pain of combating false headlines during her sister’s wake. We discuss: The Reality of
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In this episode, we sit down with the newly installed Bishop of Raphoe, Niall Coll. A Donegal native returning home, Bishop Niall shares his journey from St. Johnston to the priesthood and reflects on the diverse parishes he has served along the way. We dive into the realities of his new role, discussing the weight
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The Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) is extremely busy with high numbers of people attending the department who need to be admitted to hospital for ongoing treatment. This morning, Sunday, there are 38 people awaiting admission in the ED. The hospital is advising that patients who attend ED for routine and non-urgent treatment
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Episode 2: In Conversation with Gerry McKeever In this episode of The Greg Hughes Podcast from Highland Radio, we step away from the fast-paced news cycle of the daily show to conduct long-form interviews with local figures. Greg is joined in studio by Gerry McKeever. Known to many as a Letterkenny barber and local author,
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As part of an investigation into dissident republican activity, Gardaí attached to the Serious Crime Functional area, Donegal Garda Division have arrested a male aged in his 30s. The male was arrested for alleged membership of an unlawful organisation and is currently detained at a station in the Garda North Western Region under Section 30
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As part of Operation Tara and ongoing investigations targeting the sale and supply of drugs and related crime in County Donegal, Gardaí from the Donegal Divisional Drugs Unit conducted an operation on 19th December 2025. During the course of this operation, a residential property in the Letterkenny area was searched. Gardaí recovered approximately €38,000 worth
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As part of a Revenue Joint Operation, three men have appeared in court following a major drug seizure in Donegal. The €2.2 Million Cannabis Seizure was made in Ballybofey on the 1st April 2025. Gardaí subsequently charged three men in relation to this investigation and all three appeared before Letterkenny District Court on Monday morning
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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision near Cill Riáin, Co. Dhún na nGall on Wednesday afternoon. The single-vehicle collision involved a car and occurred on the R262 at Tullynaglaggin at approximately 3:50pm. A woman, aged in her 80s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her body has been removed from
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A significant search was carried out this evening after a member of the public reported hearing cries of help at Straghill Beach at 5pm. Malin heat Coast Guard tasked the Rescue 118 helicopter, the Greencastle Coastguard unit and the Lough Swilly RNLI to the area for an extensive search. The search was stood down a
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The extensive search coordinated for a missing fisherman by the Coast Guard today in Donegal Bay has ended with the recovery of a body off Teelin on the Donegal Coast. A local Fishing vessel involved in the search made the discovery just before 6pm. The search concluded after 3 days of intensive searching coordinated by
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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two-car road traffic collision that occurred on the N13 Letterkenny to Ballybofey road in the townland of Listillion, at approximately 5:05pm this evening The driver of one of the vehicles, a woman aged in her 60s, is being treated for life-threatening injuries at Letterkenny University Hospital. No other
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A young girl has died following a road traffic collision in Inishowen on Wednesday evening. A female driver (age unknown) of the car, a male front seat passenger (age unknown) and a female child who was a rear passenger were all removed from the scene to Altnagelvin Hospital, Derry where they all remain in
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A section of the R240 is to remain closed overnight following a serious road traffic collision. The crash occurred at Carrowmore, Carndonagh around 6pm on Wednesday evening. Diversions are in place. Please take an alternative route if possible. There are no further details at present.
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The Health Minister has agreed to meet with a delegation of Doctors next week to hear their concerns over the future of services at Letterkenny University Hospital. Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeil made the commitment this evening at a meeting with Donegal TDs to discuss the issue of a surgical hub for the North West. There’s
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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision on the R245 at Bunlin Bridge in Milford on Friday evening. The incident, involving a car and a van, occurred at approximately 7.30pm. A female driver, aged in her 70s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her body has been removed to Letterkenny University
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Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious road traffic collision at Bunlin Bridge in Milford, The collision occurred early on Friday evening The road is expected to be closed overnight with local diversions in place. There is no further information available at this time.
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Two young people have died after getting into difficulty while swimming off the coast of Buncrana on Saturday. The body of an 18-year-old boy was recovered from the water last night. A 16-year-old boy was taken from the sea after a search operation but subsequently died in hospital in the early hours of this morning.
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A significant search operation has been launched off the coast of Buncrana The rescue helicopter and at least 4 RNLI/coast guard lifeboats are involved in the searches focused off Buncrana beach No further details are available at present
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It was Pope Francis’s wish to be laid to rest in the Basilica of St Mary Major in Rome of which Donegal’s Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin is Cannon. The Vatican have yet to formally announce details. A year ago, Downings-born Monsignor Eamonn McLaughlin was appointed as a Canon of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major
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Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced. The pontiff, who was Bishop of Rome and head of the Catholic Church, became pope in 2013 after his predecessor Benedict XVI resigned. His death was announced by Cardinal Farrell in a statement released by the Vatican. He said: “Dearest brothers and
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Msgr. Kevin Gillespie, Diocesan Administrator, has said he is heartbroken after an overnight fire destroyed St Mary’s church in Gweedore. He offered his support for Fr Briain Ó Fearraigh, the Parish Priest and the wider community. In thanking emergency services, Monsignor Gillespie said An Garda Síochána will conduct a “necessary investigation” The statement in full:
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