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Redevelopment works at Maginn Park clubhouse commence

The redevelopment of the clubhouse at Maginn Park in Buncrana which got underway recently is expected to be completed by June 2026. The Inishowen Football League was allocated €460,000 through the Community Sports Facilities Fund in 2024 for the project that will see the building being transformed into a state-of-the-art facility. Speaking at the turning […]

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“It’s brilliant to still be out training at this time of the year” – Carndonagh manager Michael O’Donnell relishing Ulster challenge

Carndonagh will head into unchartered territory this Sunday as they face Emyvale of Monaghan in the Ulster Junior Club Championship Quarter-Final in Clones. Carn defeated Letterkenny Gaels in the Donegal Junior Final a few weeks back, and manager Michael O’Donnell is keen for his team to enjoy the extended season. Speaking to Highland’s Mark Gallagher,

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Kyle McBride reflects on clinching Junior British Rally Championship & Stellantis Cup

After an enthralling eight-round season on some of the best tarmac and gravel stages across Ireland and the United Kingdom, Donegal’s Kyle McBride and co-driver Darragh Mullen were crowned Junior British Rally Champions at the Cambrian Rally in Wales at the weekend The duo also came out on top in the 2025 Stellantis Cup after

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Local kickboxing champion Liam Grant to headline “Heat 11” fight night in Derry

On Saturday, 29th November, Liam grant will headline the “Heat 11” fight night at the Shantallow Community Centre in Derry — a packed evening full of great fights, incredible energy, and community atmosphere. Grant has already achieved remarkable success in his young career. He is a double Irish Kickboxing Champion, a European Champion, and has

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Donegal County Council to take part in Oireachtas na Samhna for first time

Donegal County Council will be represented at Oireachtas na Samhna for the first time. It’s an Irish language and arts festival, which is being hosted in Belfast this year. Cllr Micheál Choilm Mac Giolla Easbuig, chairperson of the council’s Irish Language Committee, says it’s a prime opportunity to showcase the efforts made to promote Gaeilge

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UK Government spends over £4.3 Million on legal fees for Soldier F

The UK Government’s confirmed it’s spent over £4.3 million on legal fees for Soldier F to date. Last week the former paratrooper was found not guilty of two murders and five attempted murders on Bloody Sunday in Derry in 1972. The figure was revealed following a Parliamentary Question asked by Foyle MP Colum Eastwood, whose

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Business Matters, Ep 268: Dermot Doherty of Restex as it celebrates 50th anniversary year

In this week’s programme, Chris Ashmore speaks with Dermot Doherty of Restex beds and furniture which is based in Letterkenny. Founded over 50 years ago by Terence Doherty, the company is now operated by Terence’s son Dermot, and is well known for its  quality mattresses. Indeed, their luxury mattresses can not only be found in homes,

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Roarty set to pick up Gradam Shéamuis Mhic Géidigh award

RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta announced today that the Gradam Shéamuis Mhic Géidigh award for the player of the Donegal Championship 2025 is to be presented to Naomh Conaill’s Finnbarr Roarty. Naomh Conaill beat Gaoth Dobhair in this year’s Michael Murphy Sports Senior Football Championship Final that went to extra time and Finnbarr was exceptional throughout

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Eastwood to accept informed warning for illegal parade in support of Palestine

Foyle MP Colum Eastwood will accept an informed warning from the PSNI for his part in an illegal parade in support of Palestine, while 5 others will contest the charge. It happened on Valentine’s Day last year. 42-year-old Colum Eastwood of Duncreggan Road, 59-year-old Goretti Horgan of Westland Avenue, 36-year-old Davina Pulis of Knoxhill Park,

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Councillor Joy Beard welcomes independent handling of DCB downgrade complaints

The 100% Redress Party has welcomed confirmation that the complaint process for defective block homeowners who have had their remediation options downgaded is being dealt with by an independent body. Party members met with Engineers Ireland who confirmed that the ethics committee is operating as an independent body with an external membership considering cases on

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Police seize alcohol and fireworks in Strabane from bus bound Derry sport event

Police seized alcohol, fireworks and flares from a bus travelling to a sporting event in Derry over the weekend. Officers made the discovery on Sunday after intercepting the vehicle in Strabane. No arrests were made, but the bus was refused entry to the event. District Commander Superintendent Sinead McIldowney said the operation followed disorder at

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Calls for Buncrana’s Night-Time Economy model to be extended to Twin Towns

Castlefinn councillor Gary Doherty has proposed that Buncrana’s successful night-time economy initiative be extended to the Lifford–Stranorlar Municipal District. Speaking at a recent meeting, Cllr Doherty said the initiative could serve as a blueprint for revitalising evening and late-night activity in other parts of the county. Cllr Martin Harley noted that the concept of rolling

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Drivers warned to avoid Lifford to Letterkenny road following collision

Drivers are being asked to avoid the N14 between Ballyholey and Galdonagh following reports of a road traffic collision. Details of the incident have not yet been confirmed. Meanwhile, Councillor Gary Doherty is warning motorists to take extra care on the N15 near Liscooley if it is being used as an alternative route, due to

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Donegal jobs at risk as Fastway goes into receivership

Around 300 jobs are at risk after the parent company of Fastway Couriers entered receivership. Delays and disruptions to deliveries are expected to follow. Fastway Couriers operates a depot in Letterkenny. Several Donegal-based businesses that use the company’s services have now issued statements. CBM Signs in Letterkenny says it will be appointing a new courier

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“Ireland can learn from the past to succeed in Nations League A” – Ciara Grant

Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward has hailed her players’ second-half performance after they secured a place in the top-flight of the Nations League. Abbie Larkin’s late goal helped Ireland to overcome Belgium 5-4 on aggregate in their play off last night, and with it promotion to League A. Belgium scored twice in the first-half

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Police seize fireworks in Derry

Police in Derry seized a significant quantity of fireworks yesterday evening following a vehicle search. Officers are reminding the public that patrols will be carried out over the Halloween period to ensure that celebrations remain safe and enjoyable for everyone. They are also urging residents across Northern Ireland to familiarise themselves with firework licensing regulations

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Donegal woman appointed interim CEO of Irish Cancer Society

A Donegal woman has been appointed as interim CEO of the Irish Cancer Society. Edel Shovlin trained and worked as a Radiation Therapist in the UK, Ireland and Australia. She also worked in health tech in Singapore and later in healthcare operations leadership in a global Oncology provider based in Australia. Edel returned to Ireland

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Donegal Councillor warns of tied-up vessels amid drastic EU quota reductions

A member of the Fisheries Committee on Donegal County Council says he feels very let down by Europe. Cllr Martin Farren says it’s difficult to know what to do when fishing vessels are set to be left tied up because of impending fishing quotas that are expected to be cut by 70% next year. It

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Derry boss Lynch admits he looks at league table with “regret” after win over Shamrock Rovers

Derry City defeated Shamrock Rovers 2-1 at the Ryan McBride Brandywell this evening to secure their place in European football for next season. Rovers, who will likely still win the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division title, have struggled in recent weeks and Derry boss Tiernan Lynch admits he has “regrets” that his side haven’t put

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Peter Doherty & Luke Rudden on Cockhill’s win over Buncrana

Cockhill Celtic defeated defending champions Buncrana Hearts 4-0 in this afternoon’s Jackie Crossan Premier Division clash at Charlie O’Donnell Memorial Park. Cockhill have made a blistering start to the season with maximum points so far. After the game, Cockhill captain Peter Doherty spoke to Highland’s Chris Ashmore and said they expected a tough game today…

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Ann Marie McGlynn on her second placed finish in the Irish Life Dublin Marathon National Title Race

Strabane AC Athlete Ann Marie McGlynn finished second in the Irish Life Dublin Marathon national title race this morning. The national title was won by 19-year-old Ava Crean from Limerick with Nicola Sheridan from Meath in third. The 45 year old, who had been defending champion, told Oisin Langan after that she had less than

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Boyle takes win in Skibbereen as Kelly and McGinley are crowned National Champions in Class 11R

Fastnet Rally in Cork is the final round of 8 in the Triton Showers National Championship. Michael Boyle has won the Skibbereen Fastnet Rally in his Skoda Fabia RS Rally 2 alongside co-driver Dermott McCafferty. Boyle finished 18.6 seconds ahead of Daniel Cronin and Padraig O’Donovan in 2nd spot overall. Matthew Boyle finished in third

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