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Lee McColgan’s goal sends Cockhill Celtic to first ever FAI Intermediate Cup final

Cockhill Celtic are into the FAI Intermediate Cup final for the first time in the clubs history. Gavin Cullen’s men claimed a 1-0 victory away to Ringmahon Rangers with Lee McColgan’s second half goal enough to seal their place in the final. Christy McDaid has the full time report…

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Donegal hurlers set up National Hurling League Division 2B semi final with Wicklow after victory over Tyrone

Dongeal hurlers are into the semi final of the National Hurling League Division 2B semi final after they beat Tyrone 1-18 to 1-17 in O’Donnell Park. Ruairi Campbell’s goal in the first half helped Donegal to the victory. Mickey McCann’s side will now face Wicklow in the semi final. Tom Comack has the full time

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Coll bags equaliser for Derry who are held by Sligo – report

Former Finn Harps captain Ciaran Coll headed in an 81st minute equaliser as Derry City drew 1-1 with an impressive Sligo Rovers side at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. With Bohemians beating UCD 2-1, Derry go into the international break in second spot, three points behind the Dalymount Park side. Martin Holmes filed this full-time

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Ireland ‘behind the curve’ on regulating TikTok – MEP Markey

Ireland is ‘behind the curve’ on regulating TikTok, according to a Midlands North West MEP. It’s as European, UK and US politicians and officials can’t have the app on their official devices due to cyber-security concerns. Midlands-North West MEP Colm Markey says there have been efforts to be more transparent from the video sharing platform

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People urged to get on board with ‘Not Around Us Campaign’

Groups, organisations and businesses in Donegal are being urged to pledged to become tobacco and vape free campuses ahead of World Tobacco Day. It will coincide with the official launch of the ‘Not Around Us Campaign’ on May 31st by Donegal County Council in conjunction with the HSE’s Stop Smoking Services. The initiative promotes an

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Hospital overcrowding ‘out of control’ – INMO

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation says hospital overcrowding is “out of control” and the system is now “completely overwhelmed.” 651 people are waiting for beds in hospitals across the country today, including 27 children. 495 patients are in emergency departments, while 156 are in wards. 34 people are without a bed at Letterkenny University

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Paddy Carr fully aware of how important the next games will be for Donegal

With the championship coming up next month, Donegal are entering a crucial period with the Division One campaign entering the closing stages. On the league front, if they are to stay in the top flight, Donegal need to pick up wins in their remaining two fixtures against Mayo in Ballybofey on Sunday and at Roscommon

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LUH under severe pressure after record ED attendances

Saolta says the Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital is under significant pressure today, with high attendances and long waiting times. A record number of 194 patients attended the Emergency Department in last 24 hours. Management  says the high number of people attending who need to be admitted for ongoing treatment means that there is

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MacLochlainn says 88 eviction notices in Q3 last year shows extent of housing crisis in Donegal

Donegal TD Pádraig MacLochlainn says data which has just been released on the number of eviction notices served from in the third quarter last year underline the need for the government to reverse its decision to end the eviction ban. He was speaking after data released by the Residential Tenancies Board showed that 88 eviction

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Mickey McCann not happy with heavy defeat to Wicklow in NHL Division 2B

Donegal suffered a big defeat at home to Wicklow in the National Hurling League Division 2B. It finished 0-11 to 2-24 in favour of Wicklow. Donegal now face Tyrone next weekend knowing a win give them a chance to reach the league semi final. Mickey McCann told Brendan Devenney he wasn’t happy with his side’s

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Conor Gormley & Martin McDaid reflect on Swilly’s title win

Swilly Rovers were crowned Temple Domestic Appliance Division One winners on Sunday afternoon with a 1-0 victory earning them the title. Ian Ward’s goal early in the second half seal the three points and the title. After the game, Swilly captain Conor Gormley gave his thoughts to Tom Comack… Veteran midfielder Martin McDaid also spoke

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Cockhill Celtic advance to FAI Intermediate Cup semi final

Cockhill Celtic are into the FAI Intermediate Cup semi final after they beat Drumcondra 3-0 on Sunday afternoon. Lee McColgan’s penalty on 47 minutes gave the Donegal side the lead before Luke Rudden added the second. Adam McLaughlin’s goal on 87 minutes then sealed the victory. Christy McDaid has the full time report…

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Inishowen Football League Results – Sunday 12th March

Ulster Senior Cup   Semi Final Greencastle FC 1-1 Bonagee United (USL) Donegal Signs Cup  Quarter Final Culdaff FC 2-3 Illies Celtic Jackie Crossan Premier Division Aileach FC 2-2 Moville Celtic Buncrana Hearts 5-0 Clonmany Shamrocks Strand Hotel  Division One Dunree United 3-4 QPS Buncrana Res 3-3 Redcastle United Greencastle Youth 0-5 Carn FC Aileach Res

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Donegal pullers in medals haul at the World Indoor Tug of War Championship

There were a number of Donegal pullers on the various Irish teams that took medals at the World Indoor Tug of War Championships held at the Jim Baker Stadium in Antrim. Among the gold medals won by Ireland were ones in the the 640kg category today. Hugh McEleney, Andrew McGonigle, Shaun Doherty, Adrian Lynch, and

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Patrick McEleney and Ben Doherty reflect on Derry’s draw at home to Dundalk

Derry City have been knocked off top spot in the Premier Division after they drew 0-0 with Dundalk on Friday night at the Ryan McBride Brandywell. The game finished 0-0. That result coupled with Bohs 2-0 win over St Pat’s means the candystripes are now second with Bohs in top spot. Patrick McEleney and Ben

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Derry draw with Dundalk – Report & Ruaidhri Higgins Reaction

Derry City have conceded top spot in the Premier Division to Bohemians. The Candystrips drew 0-0 with Dundalk on Friday evening at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Martin Holmes reports for Highland Radio Sport: Speaking with the media after the game, Manager Ruaidhri Higgins was pleased with the energy his players brought to the game:

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Exciting times ahead for Carn FC after winning Inishowen League Division One title

These are exciting times for Carndonagh FC who will be back in the top flight of Inishowen soccer next season, after they won the Strand Hotel Division One title. The club has ambitious plans for the years ahead, including a move away from their St Patrick’s Park home to a planned new €3 million community

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