The letter, which is part of a country-wide campaign, is calling on government to invest an additional €9.4 million in young people in Budget 2024, following growing demands on youth work organisations. Daniel Meister is the Communications Manager for the NYCI. He said the response from Donegal shows the concern on a local level: Highland […]
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Bord Gáis Energy is the latest energy supplier to cut it’s prices. Electricity and gas prices will fall by 15.5% from 9th November. Bord Gáis Energy customers will save around €360 a year on electricity and €270 on gas after the provider announced the move today. Standing charges for the company’s 600,000 customers will also
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Dergview have appointed 𝙄𝙫𝙖𝙣 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙚 as the interim manager of the first team. Sproule takes over the reins from Tommy Canning, who resigned following last weekends defeat at Ards, and will be assisted by Colin Robinson. The former NI international has previous experience of managing the club in the Championship and was happy to step
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Mickey Harte’s appointment as Derry’s new senior football manager has been confirmed this evening. The Tyrone native stepped down as Louth boss last night after three years in charge. A meeting of the Derry county committee tonight ratified Harte as manager on a three year term with Gavin Devlin part of his management team. In
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All-Ireland finalists Dublin and Kerry lead the way in the list of nominations for the 2023 Ladies Football All-Stars but Donegal do have three on the list. Last years Footballer of the Year Niamh McLaughlin is included along with Amy Boyle Carr and Niamh Hegarty. Kerry who lost the decider, have 13 players nominated, while
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The upcoming Fr Brian Quinn Memorial Golf Classic, which will take place at the iconic St Patrick’s Links at Rosapenna Golf Resort on Monday 30th October 2023 was launched today. Fr Brian was a great supporter of Donegal GAA and Donegal Hospice, so it is fitting that the proceeds from the event will benefit these
Fr Brian Quinn Memorial Golf Classic launched at Rosapenna Read More »
Republic of Ireland interim manager Eileen Gleeson says bringing Tyler Toland back into the international fold was a purely football decision. After a fall out with previous manager Vera Pauw, Toland had been in exile for four years but returns to the Girls in Green squad ahead of Saturday’s clash at the Aviva Stadium with
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The Donegal GAA Competitions Control Committee have finalised the fixtures for a busy weekend of championship action with prelim quarter finals at senior and quarter finals in intermediate. Full list of fixtures below: Michael Murphy Sports & Leisure Senior Football Championship Sun, 24 Sep, Venue: MacCumhaill Park, (Round: Relegation Semi Final), St Michael’s V Milford
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A defective concrete block research exploration to Canada by Ulster University has been hailed a success. During a week long visit, Dr Eileen Doherty and Professor Paul Dunlop witnessed first hand cutting-edge experiments that are being done on Donegal aggregates at Laval University. They also travelled to a city where 8000 homes have been affected
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Mickey Harte is going to become the new manager of the Derry senior footballers. Tyrone’s former All Ireland winning boss has been in charge of Louth for the last three years. Derry are the current Ulster champions and reached the All Ireland semi final this year. Coach Gavin Devlin is expected to move to Derry
Mickey Harte has stepped down as manager of the Louth senior footballers and is reportedly set to become Derry’s new manager. Tyrone’s three-time All-Ireland winning boss took over the Wee County in 2020 and guided them to Division Two of the Allianz Football League. Harte’s assistant, Gavin Devlin, is also expected to join the Derry
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On this week’s DL Debate – The Championship, Brendan Devenney is joined by Barry Meehan and Maureen O’Donnell for a full review of the club championships plus in the ‘Life Stories’ section Brendan interviews 92 legend Tony Boyle. Listen to the DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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There was Donegal success at the INDO Irish National Singles Darts event at the weekend in Ennis County Clare. Saturday’s Irish Ranking final was an all Donegal affair with Adrian Devine facing off with Ciaran McGeady. Devine would win a close encounter 6-4 to take the title. On Sunday in the National Singles, Ciaran McGeady
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Tommy Canning has resigned as manager of Dergview. It’s been a difficult opening to the start of the season with the County Tyrone side having won just once in seven games. Saturday’s sixth defeat of the season seen them go down 4-2 away to Ards. Canning departs Dergview with the club second bottom in the
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The latest round of the Pirelli National Superstock Championship took Richard Kerr and the AMD Motorsport team to Oulton Park in Cheshire and second and third place finishes for the Donegal rider kept his championship challenge very much alive. The weekend started positively for Richard and the Dumfries-based team with the fifth fastest time during
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Gizmo Cash, the evens-money favourite, smashed the track record for a sprint over the 325 yard distance at Lifford Stadium. The three-year-old dog produced a stunning run to clock 17.17 seconds in the first semi-final on Sunday evening of the Bar One Racing Crystal Vase SS0 325 competition. And in doing so, he broke the
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Slaughtneil made it 11 Derry Senior Hurling Championships in a row after they beat Kevin Lynch’s 3-23 to 1-09. Brendan Rogers netted all three of the goals for Slaughtneil. After the game, captain Brendan Rogers spoke with Michael McMullan…
Slaughtneil make it 11 Derry Senior Hurling Championships in a row Read More »
Rathmullan Celtic remain without a win in their first three games of the Brian McCormick Sports Premier Division after a 2-1 defeat at home to Milford United. Rathmullan took the lead in the first minute through Jay Cannon but failed to hold onto that lead as Milford fired in goals from Cathal McGettigan and Gary
Rathmullan Celtic didn’t do enough in defeat to Milford United- Eamonn Sheridan Read More »
Milford United got their first three points of the season on Sunday afternoon. Noel Gillespie’s side were 2-1 victors away to Rathmullan Celtic with goals coming from Cathal McGettigan and Gary Merrit. After the game winning goalscorer Gary Merrit and manager Noel Gillespie spoke with Chris Ashmore…
Noel Gillespie & Gary Merrit reflect on Milford United’s win away to Rathmullan Celtic Read More »
Jackie Crossan Premier Division Clonmany S 2 Carn FC 3 Illies Celtic 1 Cockhill Celtic 3 Greencastle FC 6 Aileach FC 0 Glengad United 4 Moville Celtic 3 Strand Hotel First Division Culdaff FC 1 Greencastle Youths 2 Cockhill Youths 1 Redcastle United 5 Carn Res 4 Clonmany Res 1 Aileach Res 3 QPS 4
Inishowen Football League Results 17/09/2023 Read More »
Brian McCormick Premier Fanad United 2 vs 0 Castlefin Celtic Kildrum Tigers 0 vs 0 St Catherines FC Kilmacrennan Celtic 5 vs 0 Keadue Rovers Rathmullan Celtic 1 vs 2 Milford United Swilly Rovers 5 vs 0 Gweedore Celtic TDA Repairs D1 Bonagee United 6 vs 1 Cranford FC Convoy Arsenal 2 vs 3 Gweedore
Donegal Junior League Results 17/09/2023 Read More »
Milford United came from behind to beat Rathmullan Celtic 2-1 in the Brian McCormick Premier Division. Rathmullan netted the opener in the first minute through Jay Cannon. Goals then from Cathal McGettigan and Gary Merrit gave Milford all three points. Chris Ashmore has the full time report… Milford goalkeeper John Matthews spoke with Chris Ashmore
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It proved to be a frustrating weekend for Rhys Irwin in Round 9 of the Quattro Group British Supersport. In Race One, the Donegal rider was taken out of the race after a mistake from another rider. Meanwhile in the second race, Irwin had taken the lead in the race but was unfortunately given an
Frustrating weekend at Oulton Park for Rhys Irwin Read More »
Killybegs maintained their Donegal Senior Football status after they beat St Naul’s in their relegation play off on Saturday evening. 0-13 to 1-05 was how it finished. St Naul’s will now play the loser of Milford and St Michael’s.
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It was another busy weekend for Donegal athletes. On Sunday, Sean McGinley claimed victory in the Donegal 5k in a time of 15 minutes and 19 seconds. Teresa Doherty of Finn Valley AC was the first woman home in a time of 16 minutes and 49 seconds. Meanwhile, Letterkenny AC’s Ann Marie McGlynn won the
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Termon and Glenfin will meet in the Donegal Senior Ladies Championship final. Termon beat St Nauls 4-12 to 0-06 with Jodie McFadden, Shannon McLaughlin, Roisin McCafferty. Meanwhile, Glenfin were 2-11 to 2-05 winners over St Eunan’s.
Termon and Glenfin to meet in the Donegal Senior Ladies Championship final Read More »
Letterkenny AC’s Ann Marie McGlynn has won the Mash Direct Belfast Half Marathon. McGlynn was the first woman home in a time of 1 hour 14 minutes and 53 seconds. Gladys Ganiel from North Belfast Harriers was second whilst Caitlyn Havey was third.
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Sean McGinley claimed victory in the Donegal 5k on Sunday afternoon. The Finn Valley AC man finished in a time of 15 minutes and 19 seconds, with Oisin Toye in second, a further seven seconds behind. Declan Ferry of the Rosses AC was third. Teresa Doherty of Finn Valley AC was the first woman home
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Tyrone Masters have claimed the Dr.Mick Loftus Cup after they beat Kerry in the decider on Saturday afternoon. 0-12 to 0-06 was how it finished in favour of the Red Hands. At half time Tyrone had led by a point, 0-04 to 0-03. Tyrone’s Man of the match Michael Anderson told Francis Mooney the game
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Letterkenny Rugby Club suffered a defeat on the road on Saturday afternoon in the Ulster Championship 2. The Donegal side went down 41-10 to Randalstown with Jack Kennedy grabbing the visitors try and Daffyd Green scoring the conversion and a penalty. It was a tough day for Letterkenny but plenty for them to learn on
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Tyrone’s Patrick O’Brien, above, (Omagh) and Stephen O’Brien (Carrickmore) won the Bushwacker Rally in their Skoda Fabia R5. After eight special stages they had just 3.6 seconds to spare over Cathan McCourt (Dromore) and Liam Moynihan (Cork) in a Ford Fiesta. Donegal Town’s Paddy McCrudden was co-driver for Jason Mitchell who was third in a
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Institute picked up three points on the road at Ballinamallard on Saturday afternoon with Oisin Devlin’s goal giving them all three points in the 1-0 win. Elsewhere, Dergview suffered a 4-2 defeat away to Ards. The results mean Stute are third in the table whilst Dergview are second from bottom.
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Glencar Inn Saturday D1 Glencar Celtic 2 vs 4 Kilmacrennan Celtic Reserves Keadue Rovers 5 vs 1 Donegal Town Oldtown Celtic 3 vs 1 Cappry Rovers St Catherines FC Reserves 7 vs 0 Glenea United Strand Rovers 3 vs 1 Fintown Harps AFC Old Orchard Saturday D2 Ballybofey United 2 vs 2 Dunlewey Celtic Castlefin
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Amber Barrett got the opening goal for Standard Liege Women defeated Anderlecht Women 2-1 in the Super League on Saturday afternoon. Noemie Gelders then doubled Liege’s lead on 83 minutes before Anderlecht pulled one back just a minute later. The win puts Standard Liege Women joint top of the league.
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Derry City remain four points behind Premier Division leaders Shamrock Rovers after the sides played out a 1-1 draw at the Ryan McBride Brandywell on Friday night. Cameron McJannett put Derry ahead midway through the second half before Graham Burke’s penalty on 84 minutes ensured a share of the spoils. Derry goal scorer Cameron McJannett
Cameron McJannett reflects on Derry City’s draw with Shamrock Rovers Read More »
Finn Harps bowed out of the FAI Cup after a 2-1 defeat to St Pat’s at Finn Park. Sean O’Donnell opened the scoring for Harps on 24 minutes after some great play by Patrick Ferry. Goals in the second half from Chris Forrester and Tom Lonergan sent Pats through to the final four. Finn Harps
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St Pat’s are into the FAI Cup semi final after they beat Finn Harps 2-1. Harps lead in the first half through Sean O’Donnell before Chris Forrester levelled at the start of the second half. Tom Lonergan then won the game for Pats with five minutes to go at Finn Park. St Pat’s boss John
John Daly on St Pat’s victory over Finn Harps in FAI Cup quarter final Read More »
Derry City remain four points behind Premier Division league leaders Shamrock Rovers after the side played out a 1-1 draw at the Ryan McBride Brandywell on Friday night. Cameron McJannet’s goal gave the hosts the lead just after the hour mark. Graham Burke then netted from spot for Rovers to earn them a vital point.
Ruaidhri Higgins reacts to Derry City’s draw with Shamrock Rovers Read More »
Derry City had to settle for a point at home to Shamrock Rovers on Friday night. Cameron McJannet put the Candystripes ahead on 62 minutes before Graham Burke’s penalty on 84 minutes ensured a share of the spoils. The draw means Rovers remain four points clear of second placed Derry. Martin Holmes has the full
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A controversial late Tom Lonergan goal sent Finn Harps out of the FAI Cup on Friday night at Finn Park. Harps lead in the first half after Sean O’Donnell kept his cool to slot the ball under Dean Lyness after great play by Patrick Ferry. Early in the second half, St Pats were level thanks
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Donegal’s Tyler Toland is back in the Republic of Ireland senior women’s squad. Interim manager Eileen Gleeson named her 25 strong squad today for games against Northern Ireland and Hungary. Toland, who did not play for the senior side under former manager Vera Pauw, is currently with Blackburn Rovers, where she is really making her
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This week on The Score, Keith Cowan joins Oisin Kelly to look ahead to Finn Harps FAI Cup Quarter-Final tie with St Patrick Athletic and Derry City’s top of the table clash with Shamrock Rovers. In our local soccer section, we hear from the Rathmullan and Milford clubs ahead of their big derby this
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Dylan Browne McMonagle has taken his first win alongside trainer Aiden O’Brien. McMonagle teamed up with the Ballydoyle stable to win on the 2/7 favourite Military. It’s been a successful week for the Donegal Jockey who won four races over the last three days. Fellow Donegal man Luke McAteer was also in the winners enclosure
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The senior soccer scene turns to cup action this weekend for Finn Harps who host St Patrick’s Athletic on Friday at Finn Park while Derry City face off with Shamrock Rovers in a crunch top of the table Premier Division tie at the Brandywell. Ex Harps Captain Keith Cowan joined Oisin Kelly on this week’s
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Stephen Kenny will remain in charge of the Republic of Ireland men’s team until the end of the 2023 games before a review is conducted into the European Championship qualifying campaign. Oisin Kelly has more…
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Dylan Browne McMonagle had a 12/1 double today at Punchestown. His first win of the day came in the maiden on the 5/4 favourite Ocean Quest trained by Kerry man Michael O’Callaghan. The Donegal Jockey followed that with a second win in Fillies Handicap on the Joseph O’Brien trained Star Galaxy at 9/2. Today’s victories
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Derry City will be looking to carry their recent good form into Friday’s crunch top of the table clash with Shamrock Rovers. The Candystrips are four points off Rovers at the summit of the League of Ireland Premier Division with seven games to play. A home win at the Brandywell will bring the title run
Derry relishing Rovers challenge – Ruaidhri Higgins Read More »
There’s been a major fish kill in East Donegal. The Loughs Agency has confirmed a clean-up operation is ongoing in the area. The Loughs Agency was yesterday alerted to the potential presence of a pollutant into a tributary of the River Finn, allegedly originating from a commercial premises. Loughs Agency Fishery Officers immediately initiated an
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