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Two Donegal services added to the Community Services Programme Read More »

The Crossroads and Killygordon Enterprise Centre, along with the Swilly Mulroy Community Development Project Society, have been added to the Community Services Programme. From January 1st, both centres will receive funding for posts within their organisations. This ranges from €1,260 per year, in the high funding category to €400 per year for CSP-supported manager positions.

Boxing: Jude Gallagher to fight for Ulster Elite title

Boxing: Jude Gallagher to fight for Ulster Elite title Read More »

Jude Gallagher will fight in the Ulster Elite Final at the Girdwood Community Hub tomorrow night (Thursday). The Two Castles boxer will face Jordan O’Donnell of St. George’s in the 60kg Final in Belfast. The Tyrone native had a comfortable 5-0 win over Dylan Eagleson of Northdown in last night’s semi-finals. Raphoe’s Gary McNamara lost

Donegal family shares warning after carbon monoxide tragedy ahead of wedding

Donegal family shares warning after carbon monoxide tragedy ahead of wedding Read More »

A warning is being issued by the family of a man who died from carbon monoxide poisoning in the run-up to his daughter’s wedding. Glenties farmer and county representative Michael Harkin said his brother John, who lived in London, was staying at the family home in Dunfanaghy during a visit to Donegal. Before his arrival,

Late spring early summer return for Donegal’s Ciaran Thompson

Late spring early summer return for Donegal’s Ciaran Thompson Read More »

Ciaran Thompson is targeting a return to action in late spring or earlier summer as he continues his recovery from injury. The Naomh Conaill man had to leave the field of play twenty minutes into the All Ireland defeat to Kerry back in July. Speaking with Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life, Thompson says the

A5 closed following HGV collision near Ulster American Folk Park

A5 closed following HGV collision near Ulster American Folk Park Read More »

Two HGVs have collided on the A5 this morning. The incident occurred early this morning between Newtownstewart and the Ulster American Folk Park. No serious injuries have been reported. The road will remain closed until 11:00am while cranes are used to remove the vehicles.

Changing landscape for Finn Harps – Aidan Campbell

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Finn Harps Football Club held their AGM in recent days and the main item from the meeting was the approval given for a new limited company to look after the infrastructural side of developments, namely the planned new stadium in Stranorlar. According to Aidan Campbell, Commercial Officer at the club, this new departure will have

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Safe Routes to School scheme expands with five Donegal schools added

Safe Routes to School scheme expands with five Donegal schools added Read More »

105 schools have been included in the latest round of the Safe Routes to School programme, five are based in Donegal. They’ll receive funding to improve conditions in and around the schoolgrounds to encourage more walking and cycling. The Department of Transport says the scheme has led to a 36 per cent increase in kids

Two injured as fallen tree causes traffic congestion on N14 in Drumoghill

Two injured as fallen tree causes traffic congestion on N14 in Drumoghill Read More »

Two people have been injured in a road traffic incident this morning involving a fallen tree in Drumoghill. The incident occurred at approximately 6:30am on the N14. Both individuals have been taken to hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening. It’s understood that the road is now cleared.

Disposable vape ban to take a step forward today

Disposable vape ban to take a step forward today Read More »

The ban of disposable vapes will move a step closer today. The landmark legislation will reach its second stage in the Dáil this afternoon. Single use vapes will then be banned once the legislation pass all stages of the Oireachtas and is signed into law.

EU affordable housing plan could bring tighter rules for Airbnb

EU affordable housing plan could bring tighter rules for Airbnb Read More »

More rules for Airbnb could be on the cards, following the announcement of the EU’s first ever ‘Affordable Housing Plan’. The European Commission’s confirmed it wants to introduce new laws on short-term rentals to mitigate their impact on local housing affordability. The plan contains a range of proposals to help boost the supply of cost-friendly

Search for disappeared teenager Columba McVeigh fails to locate remains

Search for disappeared teenager Columba McVeigh fails to locate remains Read More »

The latest search to find one of the so-called disappeared has ended without success. Tyrone teenager Columba McVeigh was 19 years old when he was abducted and murdered by the IRA in 1975. The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims remains has conducted a number of searches of Bragan Bog in Co. Monaghan where

Mpongo leaves Harps for Cork City

Mpongo leaves Harps for Cork City Read More »

Hans Mpongo has left Finn Harps for First Division rivals Cork City. The 22-year-old former Brentford B player arrives on Leeside following half a season in Ballybofey, where he scored 8 goals in 15 games since his arrival last July. Cork City FC said yesterday they are delighted to have reached an agreement with Finn

Ciaran Thompson says his captain Patrick McBrearty was a phenomenal player

Ciaran Thompson says his captain Patrick McBrearty was a phenomenal player Read More »

Donegal’s Ciaran Thompson has paid tribute to his captain Patrick McBrearty who called time on inter county football this week. In a fourteen year career, the Kilcar man won seven Ulster titles, more than any other Donegal player, an All-Ireland in 2012 and made 167 appearances, 82 of which were in the championship. Speaking with

Armstrong and Byrne join McErlean and Treacy at M-SPORT for WRC 2026

Armstrong and Byrne join McErlean and Treacy at M-SPORT for WRC 2026 Read More »

Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne will drive on all 14 rounds of the World Rally Championship in 2026 for M-SPORT in a Ford Rally Puma 1. The Fermanagh Donegal partnership will form one half of the M-SPORT team for next season alongside Derry’s Josh McErlean and Cork’s Eoin Treacy who will contest the WRC series

Donegal Food Response Network unveils first Strategic Plan amid rising food poverty

Donegal Food Response Network unveils first Strategic Plan amid rising food poverty Read More »

The Donegal Food Response Network has launched its first-ever Strategic Plan for 2026–2030. The organisation is calling on the Government to fund their vital work as the number of people experiencing food poverty continues to rise, putting the service under increasing pressure. Currently, over 100,600 food packages are distributed annually, supporting 1,387 families and

LOI fixtures released for 2026 season

LOI fixtures released for 2026 season Read More »

The League of Ireland have confirmed the fixtures for the 2026 season. Finn Harps will kick off on Friday 13th February with a trip to Athlone Town. The first home game at Finn Park for Kevin McHugh’s side is the follwoing Friday the 20th against UCD. Shamrock Rovers will begin their Premier Division title defence

Brendan Devenney says Patrick McBrearty is among the Donegal greats

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Donegal captain Paddy McBrearty called time on his inter-county career on Monday evening The Kilcar man won seven Ulster titles and an All-Ireland in 2012, finishing with 167 appearances for the county. His final outing came in July’s All-Ireland final defeat to Kerry, bringing an injury-hit but hugely decorated career to a close. Highland Radio

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Twin Towns to host PRO Boxing event for first time

Twin Towns to host PRO Boxing event for first time Read More »

History will be made in 2026 as professional boxing comes to the Twin Towns of Ballybofey and Stranorlar for the first time. Fight Night At The Valley, promoted by Jason Quigley of Sheer Sports, will showcase some of Ireland’s top prospects at the Finn Valley Centre on February 21. Donegal’s former world middleweight title

O’Neill returns to coaching role in Tyrone

O’Neill returns to coaching role in Tyrone Read More »

Former Footballer of the Year Stephen O’Neill has joined the Tyrone U20 coaching team ahead of the defence of Ulster and All-Ireland titles. The Red Hands are chasing a third successive All-Ireland triumph under manager Paul Devlin, who embarks on his ninth season in charge. Clann na nGael clubman O’Neill, who has been part of

Gardaí warns public to stay safe during festive season by planning night out

Gardaí warns public to stay safe during festive season by planning night out Read More »

The public are being urged to take all necessary precautions to maximize their personal safety this festive season. Crime Prevention Officer Sgt. Fergus McGroary advises that planning how to get home after a night out is one of the most effective ways to stay safe. Speaking to Greg Hughes on the Nine ’til Noon Show

Bundoran ESB substation targeted in burglary

Bundoran ESB substation targeted in burglary Read More »

Another ESB substation has been targeted in a burglary. There was a spate of similar incidents in July, and Gardaí are now focusing on Bundoran Substation. On Monday, between 6pm on Monday 8th of December and 8am the following morning, the boundary fence to the yard was forced open, and a quantity of green earth

Handbag stolen in broad daylight from St Conal’s Hospital car park

Handbag stolen in broad daylight from St Conal’s Hospital car park Read More »

A handbag containing several important items was stolen from a car in the St. Conal’s Hospital car park in Letterkenny on Tuesday, 9th December, in broad daylight. The mustard-coloured suede River Island handbag was taken between approximately 8:30am and 9:00am. It contained a black River Island purse, a small amount of cash, and bank cards

Drug-driving cases surge in Donegal

Drug-driving cases surge in Donegal Read More »

There has been a stark increase in the number of people before the courts for drug-driving offences in Donegal in the first ten months of this year. MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú has obtained the figures from the Irish Courts Service. They show that in Donegal Town District Court there was a 67% increase in drug-driving

Investigations launched into two separate assaults on Lower Main Street, Letterkenny

Investigations launched into two separate assaults on Lower Main Street, Letterkenny Read More »

Gardaí are investigating two assaults that occurred days apart on Lower Main Street, Letterkenny. The first incident took place on Sunday, 7th December, at approximately 2:35am. A man was reportedly assaulted and sought medical treatment at Letterkenny University Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The second assault occurred on Saturday, 13th December, at around 12:45am. Gardaí reported

Gardaí investigate alleged assault at Bundoran takeaway

Gardaí investigate alleged assault at Bundoran takeaway Read More »

Gardaí are investigating an alleged assault that occurred in the early hours of Friday morning in Bundoran. Between 12:30am and 12:40am, a man sustained injuries following an altercation with one or more individuals at a takeaway. He was taken to hospital for medical treatment. Gardaí are now appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have

AGM green light for new company is vital to pave the way for Harps’ stadium plans

AGM green light for new company is vital to pave the way for Harps’ stadium plans Read More »

Approval has been given for a new limited company to look after the infrastructural side of developments at Finn Harps – namely the planned new stadium in Stranorlar – following the club’s annual general meeting. This was one of the most significant aspects of the agm where the accounts for 2024 were presented. According to

Patrick McBrearty hangs up the inter-county boots

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Donegal captain Patrick McBrearty has retired from inter-county football. The decision was reached on medical advice given the sustained recurrence of a knee injury which has hindered the Kilcar clubman in recent seasons. Patrick retires from the inter-county game having made his own piece of history last season winning a seventh Ulster senior medal, a record for

Patrick McBrearty hangs up the inter-county boots Read More »

LGFA set for rule enhancements

LGFA set for rule enhancements Read More »

The Donegal Senior Ladies and ATU Donegal Ladies will be involved in trailing 12 new rule enhancements during the 2026 National Football League and the Higher Education Colleges competitions. The proposals were ratified at a meeting of the LGFA’s Central Council over the weekend. Six of the 12 changes mirror the GAA Football Review Committee’s

James Olayinka’s Derry City move confirmed

James Olayinka’s Derry City move confirmed Read More »

Derry City have further bolstered their squad for the new season, with the signing of James Olayinka on a two year contract. The midfielder moves to the Ryan McBride Brandywell having spent last season at Waterford. The 25 year-old came from Arsenal’s academy and had spells at Northampton Town, Southend United and Cheltenham, before a

Highland Radio pays tribute to founding director Raymond O’Neill

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The Highland Radio family is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of our founding directors, Raymond O’Neil. Raymond played a pivotal role in laying the foundations of the station in 1990, when Highland Radio was first established. His vision, commitment and dedication were instrumental in shaping the station in its early

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Gardaí investigating alleged assault in Letterkenny

Gardaí investigating alleged assault in Letterkenny Read More »

A man was taken to hospital following an alleged assault in Letterkenny in the early hours of Saturday morning. Gardaí received a report regarding a man in his early 40s who sustained injuries in an incident on Lower Main Street just before 1 a.m. Investigations are ongoing.

East Donegal Café to close doors on Christmas Eve

East Donegal Café to close doors on Christmas Eve Read More »

Another Donegal business is closing its doors due to high running costs. Domsay Café has announced that after 14 years, it will be ceasing operations on Christmas Eve. Domsay and Sally took to social media to share the news and wished other small businesses in their Raphoe community success in the new year.

Almost €506,000 awarded to gaeltacht sporting clubs for facility upgrades

Almost €506,000 awarded to gaeltacht sporting clubs for facility upgrades Read More »

Almost €508,872 has been awarded to three sporting clubs in Gaeltacht areas under the Department’s Community and Language Support Programme. Kilcar GAA Club will receive over €116,894 for the construction of new changing rooms. Keadue Rovers FC has been awarded more than €64,417 to refurbish its existing changing rooms and referee’s room. Cloughaneely Golf Club

Australian police confirm Bondi beach gunmen were father and son

Australian police confirm Bondi beach gunmen were father and son Read More »

Police in Australia have revealed that the two gunmen who opened fire at a Jewish festival on Bondi beach were father and son. The father was shot by officers, while his son was injured. Fifteen people are now known to have died, including a 10-year-old girl, and a Rabbi. Adam Kaye, who is a member

Farmers begin journey to Brussels protest over EU budget and regulation

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Farmers will be setting off later this morning to join their colleagues from across Europe at a protest in Brussels later in the week. They’re concerned about the CAP budget, trade deals including Mercosur and excessive regulation around the cost of doing business. They’ll be driving tractors today from the Irish Farm Centre to Rosslare

Farmers begin journey to Brussels protest over EU budget and regulation Read More »

Donegal Junior League Results – Sunday 14/12/25

Donegal Junior League Results – Sunday 14/12/25 Read More »

TDA D1 Cappry Rovers vs Convoy Arsenal Rathmullan Celtic 1-3 Gweedore United Donegal Physiotheraphy & Performance D2 Cranford FC 3-3 Letterbarrow Celtic Deele Harps 4-4 Drumoghill Dunfanaghy Youths vs Whitestrand United Raphoe Town 6-0 Dunkineely Celtic

Inishowen Football League Results – Sunday 14/12/25

Inishowen Football League Results – Sunday 14/12/25 Read More »

Nick Griggs makes history at European Cross Country Championships

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Nick Griggs has become the first Irish man to ever win individual gold at the European Cross Country Championships in Portugal today. Griggs came home at the front of the field in the U23 race in which Ireland claimed team gold. The 20-year old Tyrone youngster spoke Athletics Ireland after the brilliant run…

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Four Masters bow out of Ulster Minor Championship

Four Masters bow out of Ulster Minor Championship Read More »

Four Masters were beaten 4-09 to 2-11 by Dungiven in this afternoon’s Ulster Minor Club Quarter-Final at St. Paul’s in Belfast. Michael McMullan has the full time report for Highland Radio Sunday Sport… Michael spoke to Four Masters manager Emmet Gallagher afterwards who said they conceded goals at crucial moments… Here’s Dungiven joint-manager

Strong performances from Greene & McFadden at European Cross Country Championships

Strong performances from Greene & McFadden at European Cross Country Championships Read More »

Amy Greene and Caolan McFadden represented Ireland at the European Cross Country Championships in Portugal this morning. Finn Valley AC’s Greene finished 20th overall in the women’s U23 race helping the Ireland team to finish seventh overall. It was a great run by Amy just a couple of weeks after taking a national U23 silver

Scotstown claim first Ulster Club title since 1989 – Post-match reaction with David McCague & Gavin McPhilips

Scotstown claim first Ulster Club title since 1989 – Post-match reaction with David McCague & Gavin McPhilips Read More »

Scotstown defeated Kilcoo 0-19 to 0-16 after extra time to claim their first Ulster Senior Club Football title in 36 years in Armagh yesterday evening. Goalkeeper Rory Beggan kicked 0-11 for the Monaghan Champions at a blustery Box-IT Athletic Grounds. After the game, Michael McMullan spoke to winning manager David McCague who said the players

Boxing: Mullis-Boyle beaten in European U17 Quarter-Final

Boxing: Mullis-Boyle beaten in European U17 Quarter-Final Read More »

It wasn’t to be for Alesha Mullis-Boyle in the European U17 Boxing Championship this morning. The Dungloe boxer lost out to Ukraine’s Kateryna Moroz in their quarter final bout in Germany. Alesha won the Irish U17 66 kg title earlier this year and produced some brilliant performances in 2025 to earn her place at

Business Matters – Ep 274: Martin Hilferty manager of Orbit Security reflects on 30 years in business

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On Business Matters this week Chris Ashmore talks with Martin Hilferty of Orbit Security which has now been in business for over 30 years. From small beginners, the company has expanded considerably over the years, during which time there have been periods of growth, but also challenges. Martin also overcame a major health issue several

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Maxi Curran’s Moneyglass beaten in All-Ireland Final at Croke Park

Maxi Curran’s Moneyglass beaten in All-Ireland Final at Croke Park Read More »

Antrim’s Moneyglass were beaten 2-08 to 1-05 by Kilkerrin Clonberne of Galway in this afternoon’s All-Ireland Ladies Senior Club Football Final at Croke Park. Moneyglass, who are managed by Donegal native Maxi Curran, won their first Ulster title recently and beat Dublin giants Kilmacud Crokes in the semi-final two weeks ago. Today’s win makes it

“What a way to finish it” – Adam Bratton on Letterkenny’s win over City Of Derry

“What a way to finish it” – Adam Bratton on Letterkenny’s win over City Of Derry Read More »

Peter Scott kicked a last-minute penalty from 40-metres out to give Letterkenny a memorable win in this afternoon’s local derby against City Of Derry. It’s the first time these clubs have ever met, and Letterkenny Head Coach Adam Bratton says he is “super proud” of the effort of his team today. Bratton spoke to Alex

Rugby: Scott fires Letterkenny to victory over City Of Derry