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McDevitt misses out on reaching final at World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships

There was disappointment for Donegal’s Kathryn McDevitt at the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland this morning as she missed out on getting through to the final. She finished sixth in the semi-finals of the W40 200 metres semi-final in a time of 26.98. However, it was a faster time that her qualifying heat.

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Donegal school children help plant one million trees

Children from nine Donegal national schools this month took part in a nationwide campaign to plant one million trees. Over 300 schools across Ireland got involved in the development charity Self Help Africas ‘One Million Trees campaign in an effort to combat climate change. The children involved planted trees in their local school grounds while

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Petition has been launched to restore GP services in Lettermacaward

A petition has been launched to restore GP services in Lettermacaward. Locals have been travelling to Glenties to avail of healthcare following the building being declared unfit for use on the 18th of November. Brenda Byrnes, a member of the Lettermacaward Health Centre Action Group says the service is vital for the community:

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Patrick McBrearty, GAA, Highland Radio, Letterkenny, Donegal

Donegal captain Patrick Mc Brearty says ‘relegation isn’t the end of the world’

Following his sides 0-21 to 0-09 point defeat to Roscommon, captain Patrick McBrearty says relegation isn’t the end of the world. With the Ulster Championship just four weeks away, McBrearty says Donegal have now shifted their focus on their trip to Newry. Emphasising that this isn’t the Donegal team Conor Laverty’s Down can expect to

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Caoimhe Gallen sets new Personal Best as she wins gold at National Underage Championships

Caoimhe Gallen won the shot put at the National Underage Championships with a throw of 12.73m which is her new personal best. Whilst Ava and Alex Anderson also earned medals in the shot put Brendan Boyce finished 16th in a world class field in Slovakia whilst Kay Byrne finished fifth in the Women’s 3000 metres

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Donegal well beaten away to Roscommon as relegation confirmed

Donegal suffered a 0-21 to 0-09 defeat to Roscommon in their final game of the National Football League on Sunday afternoon. At half time, Donegal trailed 0-12 to 0-07 but Roscommon put on a strong second half showing to run out convincing winners. The defeat confirmed their relegation to Division 2. Brendan Devenney and Martin

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Mickey McCann reflects on Donegal’s Division 2B semi final win over Wicklow

Donegal will play in the final of the National Hurling League, Division 2B after they recorded a one point victory over Wicklow. 0-17 to 0-16 was how it finished in favour of Mickey McCann’s side with Liam McKinney top scoring with 10 points. They will now play Meath in the decider. Donegal boss Mickey McCann

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Six teams, including Harps, could be in the mix for play-offs – Cobh boss

Upbeat Cobh Ramblers manager Shane Keegan believes that Galway United, Waterford and Bray Wanderers will be the top three sides in the First Division this season. Speaking after his side’s 2-2 draw with Finn Harps in Ballybofey, he reflected on the proverbial game of two halves, who will be in the shake up for play-off

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Donegal GAA issues statement in relation to Academy saga

Donegal GAA has issued a statement this morning in the aftermath of a lengthy special County Committee meeting yesterday evening in relation to the ongoing saga of its academy. The board’s handling of Karl Lacey’s resignation and the subsequent mass exit of the academy coaches has led to considerable controversy, and along with this the

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Protest takes place outside Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí over pausing of works

A demonstration has taken place outside Gaelscoil na gCeithre Máistrí in Donegal Town today in protest at the pausing of school projects right across the country. Works on a much-needed new school building there were due to get underway when they were notified of the Government’s decision to halt the construction. The tender for the

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Woman arrested in connection with attempted hijacking and discovery of suspicious device in Derry

A woman has been arrested as part of investigations into an attempted hijacking and discovery of a suspicious device in Derry last month. The incident is reported to have occurred at around 9:35pm on Friday February 17th in the Hollymount Park area while the suspicious device was subsequently found in the Corrody Road area the

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20% increase in hate crime incidents in NW region

Incidents of hate crime increased by 20% in the North-Western Region last year. 18 hate related incidents were reported to Gardai in Donegal, 10 race related. Nationally, 582 hate related incidents were reported in 2022, compared to 448 in 2021. Of the discriminatory motives recorded, a third involved race, 22% involved sexual orientation, and 21%

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Garda recruitment positive but training and equipment improvements needed – O’Connor

The launch of a new Garda recruitment campaign is positive, but improvements to the training and equipment provided will need to be made. That’s according to the Garda Representative Association which hopes the additional members will aid the current shortfall in police on the frontline. Justice Minister Simon Harris presented plans to Cabinet this morning

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Rory Gallagher “delighted” with Derry’s promotion to Division One

Derry will play in Division One of the National Football League next season after securing promotion on Sunday afternoon. Rory Gallagher’s side beat Clare 0-14 to 0-04 to seal their place in the top flight and take their tally to six wins out of six. After their victory on Sunday boss Rory Gallagher told Michael

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Gavin Cullen proud of his side as they reach FAI Intermediate Cup final

Cockhill Celtic will play in the FAI Intermediate Cup final for the first time in their history after they beat Ringmahon Rangers 1-0 in Cork. Lee McColgan’s goal was enough to see Gavin Cullen’s side into the final. They will now face another Cork side, in Rockmount after they beat Lucan United 2-0. Gavin Cullen

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FT Report & Reaction as Tyrone beat Monaghan to help boost survival chances in Division One

Tyrone boosted their survival hopes in Division One of the National Football League. The Red Hands claimed a 2-15 to 0-13 win over Monaghan in Clones. Goals from Peter Harte and Cormac Quinn helped seal the victory for Tyrone, who take their points tally for the season to six. Francis Mooney has the full time

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