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Jennings picks up Ultra Runner of the Year award
Caitriona Jennings was named the Ultra Runner of the Year at the Natiinal Athletics Awards on Wednesday in Dublin. The Letterkenny AC athlete set a National 50K Record and then smashed the World 100-mile Record in 12:37:04 at the start of November. Among the other winners earlier in the day was Conor Kelly who was
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Finn Valley AC’s Conor Kelly named U20 Athlete of the Year while Caitriona Jennings takes Ultra Runner award
Conor Kelly has been named U20 Athlete of the Year at the National Athletics Awards. In what was a brilliant season for the Finn Valley AC man, he won European gold in the 400m event in Finland back in August, he won the National Senior indoor title and set four new U20 records. Meanwhile, Letterkenny
Three Donegal youngsters feature for Ireland U16s against Greece
Three Donegal youngsters were part of the Ireland U16 squad that defeated Greece 2-1 at the Carlisle Grounds last night. Buncrana’s Jamie O’Donnell got on the scoresheet, while Charlie McGarvey was in nets and Michael McColgan was on the bench. Ireland play Greece again tomorrow evening in Wicklow at 5 o clock.
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Police concerned for missing Derry woman Ciara Quigley
Police are becoming increasingly concerned about the whereabouts of Ciara Quigley from Derry. She was last seen at 1:30pm on Monday. Ciara is 4’10” tall and of slim build. Anyone with information is asked to contact the authorities on 101.
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Gardaí seize herbal cannabis during Letterkenny house search
Gardaí seized a quantity of herbal cannabis from a house in Letterkenny yesterday. A search warrant was executed at the property, and the seized materials are now subject to analysis. Investigations are ongoing.
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Fastway collapse puts pressure on An Post as parcel volumes soar
An Post says it’s unlikely to have capacity to handle all increased parcel deliveries in the wake of the collapse of Fastway Couriers. Fastway operated a depot in Letterkenny with several local businesses having used the company. Parcel volumes are expected to hit three million a week in the run up to Christmas. 54 million
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Masked man with knife terrifies staff at Derry fast-food premises
Staff at a fast-food premises in Derry were left terrified after a masked man entered brandishing a knife yesterday evening. It’s reported that shortly before 8pm, the man approached the counter and demanded money from the till at the business on William Street. After being confronted by a member of staff, he dropped the weapon
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Man (20s) hospitalised following early morning crash in St Johnston
A man has been hospitalised following an early morning crash in St Johnston. The man, in his 20s, was involved in a single-vehicle collision at around 6:30am. He was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital, while gardaí say no other injuries have been reported. Investigations are ongoing.
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Arson investigation launched in Strabane
Police in Strabane extinguished a car fire in the early hours of this morning. They were alerted shortly before 3:30am to a vehicle parked on Ballycolman Avenue. A small blaze on the front tyre caused minor damage. The incident is being treated as attempted arson, and police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam
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Women’s council urges public childcare system and more family leave
The National Women’s Council is calling for a public system to help make childcare more affordable. The council says Ireland is lagging behind when it comes to access to early childhood education. It also wants more family leave for parents saying it would help support mothers’ equality in the workforce. Economic Equality Co-ordinator, with the
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Fiscal watchdog warns government is ‘budgeting like there’s no tomorrow’
The Government is ‘budgeting like there’s no tomorrow’ according to the State’s financial watchdog. The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council says there are no forecasts beyond 2026 and there’s no excuse for it. It says the Government has yet to publish a medium term expenditure plan. It’s warning there are vulnerabilities in Ireland’s public finances, which
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Police dealing with two crashes in Omagh
Police are dealing with two separate collisions in Omagh on the Curr Road. Drivers are being told to avoid the area and seek an alternative route. No further information is available at this time.
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DCB legislation before cabinet this morning
Amended legislation to increase homeowners’ rates for homes with defective concrete goes before the cabinet today. Initially proposed a year ago, it will raise the cap on grants by approximately 10% to a total of €462,000 and will re-evaluate fixed deadlines within the scheme. It’s hoped the legislation will receive Oireachtas approval before Christmas, allowing
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Greene & McFadden confirmed on Irish European cross selection
Two Donegal athletes have been named among a 34-strong Irish team for the upcoming European Cross Country Championships which take place in Lagoa, Portugal on Sunday December 14th. Amy Greene who lead Finn Valley to senior team silver at the nationals in Derry last Sunday and who also took silver in her age category has
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Donegal to play Derry and Antrim in McKenna Cup
The Dr McKenna Cup returns in early January and Donegal have been drawn in Section C along with Derry and Antrim. Ulster had originally released that Fermanagh would be one of Donegal’s opponents but subsequently changed it to Antrim later. The fixture schedule still has to be confirmed by Ulster GAA but Donegal will have
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McHugh urges fans to get behind the squad with 2026 Season Tickets
McHugh urges fans to get behind the squad with 2026 Season Tickets – early bird prices available until 30 November. Harps boss Kevin McHugh has called on supporters to row in behind the club ahead of the 2026 season and purchase a season ticket. He told club media “We would have loved to make the
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Gardaí investigating a jeep fire in Muff
Gardai are investigating an incident of criminal damage that occurred in Sappagh, Muff. On Sunday last November, 23rd Gardaí were alerted to a Jeep on the side of the road which was on fire. It was established that a piece of clothing had been set on fire and it was laid against the front windscreen
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Derry man McAtamney set to move on from Giants
Jude McAtamney has been released by the New York Giants. The kicker from Derry had been waived by the Giants after he missed two kicks in their loss to Denver in the NFL last month. He was later re-signed to their practice squad but McAtamney is now searching for a new club after being cut.
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Investigations continue into criminal damage in Straboe
Gardaí are investigating an incident of criminal damage that occurred in the Straboe area of Buncrana. During the incident a bedroom window was smashed alongside a window beside the front door. This is believed to have happened between the hours of 10:30am on the 19th of November and 4pm on Thursday the 20th November. No
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Gardaí investigating a criminal damage incident in Buncrana
Investigations are continuing following an incident of criminal damage in the Milfield Heights area of Buncrana. On Wednesday, November 12th between the hours of 3:30pm and 5pm a window was smashed at a property. Anyone with relevant information, are asked to contact Buncrana Garda Station on 074-9320540.
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DL Debate – 24/11/15
On the final DL Debate of the season, Brendan Devenney is joined by a host of guests to look back at the highs and lows of 2025 and look ahead to next season. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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ATU’s Veterinary Medicine Programme officially launched by Minister Lawless
The Minister for Further and Higher Education James Lawless has officially launched the Atlantic Technological University Veterinary Medicine Programme. The event brought together senior university leadership, faculty, and regional stakeholders, including representatives from local and cross-border education bodies, veterinary practices, county councils, Senators, and TDs. Minister Lawless acknowledged the substantial progress achieved to date,
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Woman arrested in Derry on suspicion of theft
Police in Derry have arrested a woman following a report of theft in the city centre on Saturday. Officers responded to a call that a woman had stolen a number of items from a store, making off without any attempt to pay. She was subsequently located, arrested on suspicion of theft and has been released
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More narwhal whales expected in Irish waters following discovery in Inishowen
A sightings officer with the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group says he expects more narwhal whales to be detected in Irish waters. Padraig Whooley was speaking to Highland Radio News in the wake of the discovery of the body of a female narwhal at Sweet Nellies Beach in Inishowen last week. It was the first
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Niamh McLaughlin named on AFLW Team of the Year
Donegal’s Niamh McLaughlin and four other Irish players have been included in the AFLW’s All-Australian team for 2025. The former Donegal senior ladies captain and LGFA Player of the Year (2022) has just finished her second year in Australia and this year became the first male or female full-time Irish captain down under as she
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Kelly & Kennedy head star-studded entry for Killarney Historic season opener
Another season of NAPA Auto Parts Irish Tarmac Rally Championship action gets underway this weekend with the opening round of the 2026 Wales Motorsport Fabrication Historic ITRC, the Killarney Historic Rally, where a mouth-watering 66-car historic entry will tackle some of Ireland’s most legendary stages. An incredible six BMW M3s feature inside Killarney’s top ten,
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New date and venue for Ulster SFC semi-final following abandoned game
The Ulster Club SFC semi-final between Scotstown of Monaghan and Newbridge of Derry has been rescheduled for for next Sunday at the Box-IT Athletic Grounds in Armagh at 4pm. Scotstown led Newbridge 1-04 to 0-03 at half-time yesterday but, following a pitch inspection, the game was called off in the interest of player safety as
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Naomh Conaill U21 manager Michael O’Malley on win over Termon
Naomh Conaill will play Four Masters in this year’s Donegal U21 Football Final after a 3-12 to 1-02 win over Termon in Glenswilly today. After today’s win, Naomh Conaill boss Michael O’Malley gave his thoughts to Ryan Ferry of the Donegal News…
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Glenullin come from behind to reach Ulster Intermediate Final
Glenullin have progressed to the Ulster Intermediate Club Final after a 1-17 to 2-11 after-extra-time victory over Carrickmacross in Omagh this afternoon. The Derry side were 6 points down with 20 minutes to go but fought back and a Neil McNicholl goal deep into injury time levelled the game and sent it to extra time.
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Ulster Club Semi-Final: Scotstown and Newbridge match abandoned
Scotstown led Newbridge 1-04 to 0-03 at half-time in today’s Ulster Senior Club Football Semi-Final but, following a pitch inspection, the game was called off in the interest of player safety as the rain bellowed down at O’Neill’s Healy Park. Michael McMullan has more details… A meeting of the Ulster CCC will take place
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Naomh Conaill book U21 Final date with Four Masters
Naomh Conaill defeated Termon 3-12 to 1-02 in this afternoon’s Donegal U21 A Senior Football Championship Semi-Final in Glenswilly. The result means it will be a Naomh Conaill v Four Masters final, as the Donegal Town side defeated Glenswilly earlier in the day. The Donegal News’ Ryan Ferry was live at full time when Naomh
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Jay Bradley – “We did well to come back from being 3-0 down”
Inishowen were 3-0 down at half-time in this afternoon’s Oscar Traynor first-leg meeting with old foes Donegal at Ballyare. Jay Bradley, a goal-scorer for Inishowen, spoke to Chris Ashmore after the game and said the team showed bravery to come back into the tie.
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Donegal Oscar Traynor first leg against Inishowen
Donegal defeated Inishowen 3-2 in this afternoon’s Oscar Traynor Trophy first-leg meeting at Ballyare. Chris Ashmore was live at full time for Highland Radio Sport…
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Sheridan – “We’d have taken it before the game”
Donegal Junior League manager Eamonn Sheridan led his team to a 3-2 victory in this afternoon’s Oscar Traynor First Leg clash with Inishowen at Ballyare. Donegal were 3-0 up at the break but Inishowen came back into it and it ended 3-2 – nicely poised heading into the second leg in Buncrana. After the game,
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Glenswilly U21 Manager Neil Gallagher proud of his team for battling hard in tough conditions
Glenswilly bowed out of the U2A Football Championship after a 1-12 to 2-04 defeat to Four Masters in Termon this afternoon. Their manager Neil Gallagher told Brendan Devenney after that he was proud of his players for battling hard through terrible weather conditions…
National silver for Finn Valley Women at Cross Country Championships – Patsy McGonigle reports
Finn Valley AC’s Senior Women’s Team claimed national silver medals at today’s National Senior Cross Country Championships in Derry. The team consisted of Amy Greene, Eilish Flanagan, Roisin Flanagan, Noeleen Scanlan, Eimear McCarroll and Nuala Bose. With more, here’s Patsy McGonigle…
Ulster Junior Shield Results – Sunday 23rd November
Ulster Junior Shield Results – Sunday 23rd November Carrowmena FC 1-5 Bonagee United Glengad United 6-1 Oldtown Celtic Gleneely Colts 0-4 Letterkenny Res Aileach Res 3-1 Deele Harps Redcastle Res 3-4 Rashenny FC
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Four Masters defeat Glenswilly to reach U21 Final
Four Masters have beaten Glenswilly 1-12 to 2-04 in the Donegal U21 A Football Championship Semi-Final at the Burn Road this afternoon. Two first-half goals from Glenswilly saw them go in at the break with a 2-01 to 0-06 advantage in difficult weather conditions. Four Masters’ attacking prowess proved to be the difference and they
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Kilcoo forward Paul Devlin reflects on win over Erne Gaels – “It’s nice to be in another final”
Down’s Kilcoo were 4-12 to 1-10 winners over Erne Gaels of Fermanagh in this evening Ulster Senior Club Football Championship Semi-Final in Armagh. Kilcoo forward Paul Devlin told Francis Mooney after the game it’s nice to be back in another decider…
Declan Bonner says Kilcoo are “a serious team” as Erne Gaels are knocked out of Ulster Championship
Declan Bonner’s Erne Gaels were knocked out of the Ulster Senior Club Football Championship at the hands of Ulster giants Kilcoo of Down this evening. It finished 4-12 to 1-10 in favour of the Down juggernauts and, after the game, Bonner said the better team won. It’s Bonner’s last game in charge of Erne Gaels
“That’s football” – Clonoe Manager Kevin Madden after exiting Ulster Intermediate Club Championship
Clonoe were beaten 2-11 to 1-13 by Cuchulainns of Cavan in this afternoon’s Ulster Intermediate Club Football Semi-Final. The Tyrone side didn’t get the rub of the green on a number of occasions and after the game their manager Kevin Madden told Francis Mooney “that’s football”…
Kilcoo progress to Ulster Senior Club Football Final after win over Erne Gaels
Ulster giants Kilcoo have beaten Erne Gaels 4-12 to 1-10 in this evening’s Ulster Senior Club Championship Semi-Final. The Down Champions will now face the winners of tomorrow’s clash between Scotstown and Newbridge in this year’s provincial decider. Francis Mooney was at the Box-IT Athletic Grounds for Highland Radio Sport this evening…
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Declan Kerr talks all things Donegal Sports Star Awards with nomination dead-line approaching
It’s a special year for the Donegal Sports Star Awards as the organisation gear up for the 50th edition of the event. The event itself will be held on Friday 30th of January at the Mount Errigal Hotel in Letterkenny. Donegal Sports Star Awards PRO Declan Kerr called into studio today to talk about the
Derry City’s Michael Duffy wins PFAI Player Of The Year
Derry City’s Michael Duffy has won the PFAI Player Of The Year Award after a fantastic season for The Candy Stripes. Duffy was Derry’s top scorer with 12 goals and was also top of the assist charts with 11. Sligo Rovers’ Owen Elding won the Young Player Of The Year Award for his performances for
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Ulster Shield Results – Saturday 22nd November
Ulster Shield Fixtures – Saturday 22nd November Keadue Rovers 2-0 Fintown Harps AFC Ballybofey United vs Raphoe Town Kildrum Tigers 0-1 Moville Celtic Milford United vs Erne Wanderers FC St Catherines FC 5-0 Cockhill Celtic Donegal Junior League Result Finn Travel Saturday D3 Lagan Harps 2-2 Convoy Arsenal
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NCAA University Cross Country Championships: The latest with Patsy McGonigle
There was a number of local athletes involved in the NCAA University Cross Country Championships in Missouri today. With the latest, here’s Highland’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonigle…
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