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Pauric McGarvey’s co-option onto DCC will not take place today

Donegal will not be getting a new councillor today. It had been thought that Pauric McGarvey would be co-opted onto the council today to replace his uncle, outgoing Councillor Ian McGarvey. However, while Ian McGarvey outlined his intentions several weeks ago, his formal resignation was only lodged with the council last week, and the regulations […]

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Feargal Logan says a result next week is critical for Tyrone

A bad start to the National league for Tyrone manager Feargal Logan following his sides 3-11 to 1-12 defeat against Roscommon. After being in a commanding position at key points in the game, Logan says they struggled towards the end and were punished for their mistakes. With pressure rising in Division One, the Tyrone side

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Shay Given speaks about the Donegal Sports Awards, his early days, and the LOI

Shay Given presents the Donegal Sports Star of the Year Award to Joe English, on behalf of his son Mark. Also pictured are Caoirleach of Donegal Co Council Liam Blaney, CEO of Donegal Co Council John McLaughlin and Grace Boyle, chairperson of the Donegal Sports Star Awards Committee. Photo: NW Newspix Shay Given was the

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Shay Given’s thoughts on his old clubs and Euro 24 prospects

Former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given was the special guest at the 2022 Donegal Sports Star Awards which were held in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. Speaking beforehand with Chris Ashmore he outlined his present punditry work, his thoughts on the rise of former club Newcastle United under Eddie Howe, the race for the

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Minister McConalogue says those with knowledge of land to be sold will be consulted

Envorimentalists have expressed concern over the damage plantation forestry could do to Ireland’s natural habitats. This week saw rural and urban TDs protest against the State’s new forestry program with Coillte and British asset investment company ‘Gresham House’.. The scheme involves the purchasing of planted and unplanted land from private landowners to increase the number

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Number of young people awaiting initial mental health assessment doubles

The number of young people waiting for an initial mental health assessment has almost doubled since the formation of the government. Sinn Féin is hitting out at the coalition for letting the waiting list rise to from almost 2,000 to 4,000 in the space of two years. It’s bringing a motion before the Dáil in

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Suspect vehicle crossed into Donegal after police car was rammed in Strabane

Two police officers were injured when a car rammed their patrol vehicle in the Lifford Road area of Strabane area last night. Police say at approximately 10.10pm, officers attempted to stop a suspected uninsured vehicle while conducting patrols in the town centre. The blue Ford Focus failed to stop, and continued to mount a footpath

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Jack O’Connor names Kerry team to face Donegal in National League opener

Kerry manager Jack O’Connor has named his team to face Donegal in the National Football League opener in MacCumhaill Park on Sunday. Five of the side that started last years All Ireland final victory over Galway have been named in the starting 15, Graham O’Sullivan, Jason Foley, Tom O’Sullivan, Tadhg Morley and midfielder Jack Barry

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WATCH: Caitriona Jennings proud to win International Achievement Award

Letterkenny woman Caitriona Jennings was named as the International Achievement Award winner at the Donegal Sports Star Awards held in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. Jennings was the second woman to finish at the JFK 50 Mile in Maryland in the United States last Novemeber. She clocked a time of 6:28:53 – a masters record

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Watch: Amber Barrett’s message after getting Historic Achievement Award

Milford’s Amber Barrett was given the Historic Achievement Award at the 2022 Donegal Sports Star Awards ceremony, held in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. She came off the bench to fire Ireland to a first ever World Cup – and celebrated her history-making strike with a tribute to the victims of the Creeslough tragedy. After

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Bonagee United win Club Award at Donegal Sports Star presentation night

Bonagee United won the Club Award at the Donegal Sports Star Awards held in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny. The Letterkenny based club enjoyed considerable success during 2022 with honours for its senior mens, senior ladies and youth teams. Chairman Niall Callaghan spoke with Chris Ashmore after the presentation gala.

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Maxi Curran reflects on Donegal Ladies National Football League defeat to Meath

Donegal suffered a five point defeat to All Ireland champions Meath in what was their second game of the National League. 1-07 to 0-05 was how it finished with Mary Kate Lynch’s goal in the second half proving to be the biggest score of the game. The defeat was Donegal’s second defeat of the campaign

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McColgan relfects on great year after Special Recognition Award

Cockhill Celtic’s Lee McColgan was one of two recipients of a Special Recognition Award at the Donegal Sports Star Awards. The Cockhill defender was selected for the Republic of Ireland Amateur International squad for games against Bulgaria, San Marino and Romania in the UEFA Regions Cup qualifying phase. He also had another great season with

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McCauley gets Brendan McDaid Memorial Special Achievement Award for Channel swim

Lifford native Shane McCauley was the winner of the  Brendan McDaid Memorial Special Achievement at the Donegal Sports Star Awards. Now based in London, he embarked on a swim across the English Channel last year, and it was all very much in a good cause as it was also a fundraiser. After the awards ceremony,

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Hundreds expected to gather today in Lurgan to remember Natalie McNally

The National Women’s Council says gender-based violence is rooted in misogyny and that Northern Ireland urgently needs a comprehensive government strategy to eliminate it. This comes in as hundreds of people are expected to gather this afternoon in Lurgan to remember Natalie McNally who was murder her home in December last year while expecting her

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Care Champions group seeking answers for loved ones lost during COVID

There are calls for a public inquiry into deaths in nursing homes during the Covid Pandemic. Family led advocacy group Care Champions says families were denied access to their loved ones as they died – and now they’re being denied answers. They’re holding a public conference at DCU in Dublin this afternoon from 1pm –

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Calls for an audit of boardwalks as many pose as dangerous

Concerns have been over the maintenance of boardwalks in Donegal. Councillor Micheal Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig says while funding was secured to install the boardwalks, there is no budget for maintaining them. A number of such amenities in West Donegal have fallen into a state of disrepair including in Maghery and Mullaghderg. Cllr Mac Giolla

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Minister McConalogue calls for Food Waste Reduction Initiatives proposals

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has issued a call for Food Waste Reduction Initiatives proposals. The scheme aims to identify, target and address what Minister Charlie McConalogue says is a major issue not just here in Ireland but globally. Over 1 million tonnes of food waste is generated every year. €180,000 in

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Minister McConalogue issues call for Food Waste Reduction Initiatives

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has issued a call for Food Waste Reduction Initiatives proposals. The scheme aims to identify, target and address what Minister Charlie McConalogue says is a major issue not just here in Ireland but globally. Over 1 million tonnes of food waste is generated every year. €180,000 in

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Homelessness hits new record high nationally with a 9% increase in NW

The number of people homeless in the North West is on the rise. 114 people sought emergency accommodation in the region last month, up 9% when compared to the previous month. Homelessness in Ireland has hit a new record high. More than 11,600 people including almost 3,500 children accessed emergency accommodation during December. According to

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Over €19,000 for Donegal groups to help with energy bills

13 groups in Donegal are to benefit from over €19,000 in funding under the €10 million Community and Voluntary Energy Support Scheme. Under the initiative, 238 organisations across the community and voluntary sector nationally will receive a one-off contribution towards their increased energy bills for 2022. Among those benefiting in Donegal are Amharclann, Gweedore, the

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Efforts to address dereliction in Donegal gaining pace

Efforts to address dereliction and restore vacant properties in Donegal have been welcomed. A Vacant Homes Officer and Town Regeneration Officer are expected to be appointed by Donegal County Council in the coming weeks. To date, 67 applications have been received by the local authority seeking funding to transform town centres and derelict buildings. Meanwhile,

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