This week on The Score, we talk Finn Harps academy and senior football with Kevin McHugh, Strabane Athletic Manager Raymond Foy reflects on the clubs historic league cup win this week and their hopes of promotion to the Irish League Championship and we hear from the Gaoth Dobhair, Naomh Conaill, Letterkenny Gaels and Carndonagh clubs […]
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We are entering the League of Ireland end of season run in for Finn Harps who are off to Dundalk, a side who can win the First Division title on Friday night with a win against the Donegal side. For Harps, there’s nothing to play for having lost ground in recent weeks in the battle
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News, Sport, Farming News and Obituary Notices – Thursday, October 9th:
News, Sport, Farming News and Obituary Notices – Thursday, October 9th Read More »
Two cars have been seized across the county in recent days. On Tuesday morning last, gardaí in Buncrana deployed a stinger device after a car failed to stop at a checkpoint. The car was seized and investigations are ongoing. Meanwhile days prior, gardaí in the Ballybofey and Convoy areas received multiple reports of a car
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Derry City and Strabane District Council has become the first region in Northern Ireland and the second in the UK to receive UNICEF Child Friendly Community recognition. This status acknowledges the area’s significant steps taken towards advancing the human rights of children and young people. It comes after a seven-year journey with UNICEF UK, the
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Following the announcement that more money is being allocated to sport in next year’s budget, a local councillor says provisions must be made for the delivery a new leisure centre in Buncrana. There was wide spread disappointment last year when the project was omitted from the Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund. Cllr Jack Murray says
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Letterkenny Gaels and Carndonagh will meet in this Saturday’s Donegal Junior Football Championship Final at O’Donnell Park. Gaels have become familiar with Junior A Finals in recent years and this weekend will see them contest their fourth decider out of the previous six, but they have won just one of those. That sole victory came
Gaoth Dobhair and Naomh Conaill are undeniably two of the biggest hitters when it comes to club football in Donegal. The Magheragallon side are aiming to re-join St Eunan’s at the top of the Donegal Senior Football Championship Roll-Of-Honour this coming Sunday by winning their sixteenth title in the competition’s illustrious history. Up until 2021,
Derry City have confirmed they will join N-I-F-L club Crusaders in taking a legal challenge against their exclusion from the next stage of the Northern Ireland Football Fund process. The League of Ireland outfit found out last month that their application for funding to develop their stadium was not progressing to Stage Two of assessment.
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Donegal property prices have risen by €19,950 in the last year. According to MyHome.ie’s latest survey, the median asking price for a property in the county is now just €50 short of a quarter of a million euro. Property prices in Donegal have risen by €15,000 during the quarter, according to the latest MyHome.ie Property
House prices up almost €20,000 on last year – myhome.ie Read More »
Tensions grew high in the Dáil Chamber yesterday as Deputy Charles Ward addressed Minister Charlie McConologue during his budget speech. Deputy Ward was addressing the lack of homelessness provisions in yesterday’s announcement, saying that potentially thousands of people could become homeless as the hands of the defective block crises in the county. Minister McConalogue, who
The Living City Initiative expansion into Letterkenny will increase footfall on the Main Street. That’s according to local Cllr Donal Mandy Kelly. In the budget, it was announced that the scheme was extending the eligibility for residential properties from those built before 1915 to those built before 1975 and will now support converting “over the
In this week’s programme, Chris Ashmore speaks with Dr. Caitriona Strain, General Manager of Ernact, an international digital transformation network that was established back in 1991. Based in the CoLab at ATU Letterkenny, it is constantly involved in exploring opportunities for funding, and development and knowledge transfer for digital transformation, and has been instrumental in
Highland Radio and Coimisiún na Meán are joining forces once again for series two of Ours To Protect! We’re diving deep into the future of our planet, and the brilliant young minds of Donegal will be leading the conversation! Get ready to hear from experts and fantastic local children as Donna-Marie Doherty explores all things
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Yesterday’s Budget announcement has been the hot topic in the Dáil Chamber today with one brief outburst between Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty and Minister Michael Healy Rae. The row erupted as the Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine was finishing his leader’s statement on the budget and Sinn Fein’s
Pearse Doherty and Michael Healy-Rae clash over Budget “lies” and Cabinet silence Read More »
Funeral details have been announced for Tommy Connors, the Donegal man who died during Storm Amy. Mr Connors of Letterkenny passed away from injuries he sustained in a weather related incident on Friday afternoon at a domestic property. His funeral Mass will take place tomorrow morning at 11am at Saint Eunan’s Cathedral.
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Over 60,000 people applied to join the electoral register for the presidential election. The deadline for this month’s ballot was yesterday. More than 30,000 people logged on to update their details since the end of August. The Electoral Commission has published a “how to vote guide” and further information about the election, which takes place
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Farmers in Donegal are being told to exercise maximum vigilance following confirmation of a suspected case of avian influenza on a commercial poultry premises near Omagh. The Irish Farmers Association is instructing all poultry producers, both commercial operations and backyard keepers, to tighten biosecurity measures. As it stands, control zones do not extend into the
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Fanad Lighthouse reported robust tourism figures for the last year, welcoming 65,704 visitors, including 1,330 overnight guests and conducting over 22,500 guided tours. The site offers a diverse experience, encompassing guided tours, a virtual reality/audio experience, and talks on lightkeepers’ lives and maritime history. New amenities include a café and a craft gift shop dedicated
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The lucky Lotto player who won €241,123 in Donegal bough their ticket in Burtonport. They matched 5 numbers along with 1 lucky star in last nights EuroMillions Jackpot draw. The numbers were as follows: 24, 39, 42, 43, 48, and the Lucky Stars were 5 and 8. The winner is advised to sign the back
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A convicted child sex offender from Co. Donegal, who has failed to comply with the terms and conditions of a Probation Order made by the court earlier this year following his conviction, has had an arrest warrant issued at Derry Crown Court. The three year order was made against Patrick Joseph Kelly, 37, from Drumcavany
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Donegal’s Sean Patton scored his first goal for Reading since his move to the English League 1 side. He was the hero of the night, netting a dramatic late winner as Reading edged past MK Dons in their final group stage fixture of the Vertu Motors Trophy. Reading wrapped up their group campaign in winning
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A number of sides from the north west were involved in first round action of the Northern Ireland League Cup on Tuesday and it turned out to be a huge night for Strabane Athletic. On their debut in the competition, the Tyrone side beat Loughgall 3-2 at Lakeview Park after extra-time. Strabane led at the
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Tiernan Bradley has joined the unbeaten cast that will take to the stage at Rumble In The Hills, Rising Stars in Letterkenny. The Brighton-based Omagh light-welterweight (10-0-1, 5KOs) will feature alongside his brother Callum at the Aura Leisure Complex on October 18. Bradley’s inclusion brings to NINE the number of unbeaten professionals on the star-studded
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The government is committing a further €1 billion in funding for the Shared Island initiative for the next 10 years. This investment is geared toward enhancing all-island cooperation and infrastructure, with several projects set to deliver progress in 2026. Included is the commencement of a new Dublin-Derry airlink next year. This service will enable regular
Dublin-Derry Airlink confirmed for 2026 Read More »
Following the impact of Storm Amy across the county, Donegal County Council say roads are now cleared from fallen trees. As a result, all affected roads are now open again to traffic.
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Core welfare rates are to rise by 10 euro per week, but there’s no income tax package in Budget 2026. Ministers Paschal Donohoe and Jack Chambers have delivered their Budget speeches over the past two hours. There is no widespread income tax package beyond a small adjustment to the USC to account for a 65c
Budget 2026 does nothing for the average household – Pearse Doherty Read More »
General: The total Budget for 2026 is set at €9.4 billion. This is primarily divided into €8.1 billion for public spending and a tax package of €1.3 billion. The initial tax package was reduced by €150 million to ensure targeted financial supports are provided specifically for the most vulnerable in society. Current and Future Funds:
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Confirmation last evening from Donegal GAA that Karl Lacey will be in charge of the county’s minor footballers next season. The 2012 All Ireland winner takes over from Barry Ward who was in charge of the minors for two seasons. Lacey who leads up Donegal’s Academy, had been in charge of Donegal’s U-16 team this
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Not too many games on this week as it’s the International break. But there’s action on Tuesday evening in the Irish League’s League Cup competition. It’s the first round tonight– so several non-league teams involved – among them Strabane Athletic who travel to play Loughgall. Dergview have a home tie against Premier Division Larne, Limavady
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In the lead up to next weekend’s Donegal senior and junior championship finals, Oisin Kelly broadcast this weeks DL Debate LIVE from the Highland Motors Showroom where he was joined by members of the Gaoth Dobhair, Naomh Conaill, Letterkenny Gaels and Carndonagh clubs. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
DL Debate – Championship Finals Special – 06/10/25 Read More »
An urgent safety alert has been issued for circulation pumps used in some home heating systems. The consumer watchdog says there’s a risk of electrocution associated with certain models of Tucson pumps that were manufactured between 2017 and 2024. Around 114,000 are believed to be in use here, while a full list of serial numbers
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Derry City left it late to seal all three points in their North West clash with Sligo Rovers in the Ryan McBride Brandywell. Michael Duffy’s late header in the closing seconds of the game ensured a 1-0 win as the Candystripes ended the game with all three points. After the game, goalscorer Michael Duffy told
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Naomh Columba have won the Donegal Intermediate Football Championship after they beat Malin 3-14 to 2-09 in O’Donnell Park. At the break Naomh Columba led 1-09 to 0-04 with Padraig Byrne raising the green flag. Phillip Doherty netted just three minutes into the second half before Aaron Doherty’s penalty ensured the victory for Naomh Columba.
Slaughtneil have made it thirteen Derry Senior Hurling titles in a row after they beat Kevin Lynch Hurling Club by 20 points in the decider on Sunday afternoon. 3-24 to 1-10 was how it ended in Owenbeg. Slaughtneil manager Paul McCormack spoke with Michael McMullan after the game…
Carrickmore are the Tyrone Senior Hurling Champions after a three-point win over Dungannon at Healy Park this afternoon. The Eire Og side defeated their Eoghan Rua counterparts on a score-line of 2-15 to 0-18 thanks to a goal deep into injury time. Francis Mooney spoke to Carrickmore boss Adrian Slane after the full time whistle
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It took a late, late header from Michael Duffy to clinch all three points for Derry City against Sligo Rovers in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division this evening. After the game, Candy Stripes boss Tiernan Lynch said it was a gutsy performance and hailed Duffy’s contribution to the team… In the other Premier
It was the penultimate round of the 2025 Irish tarmac season with the Cork 20 Rally finishing taking place this weekend. Donegal’s Michael Boyle has won the rally along with Dermot McCafferty in their Skoda Fabia. Behind them, Michael’s father Declan was in second spot along with Patrick Walsh also in a Skoda Fabia, 9
Michael Boyle and Dermot McCafferty win Cork 20 Rally Read More »
Michael Duffy’s last gasp header secured all three points for Derry City in their clash with Sligo Rovers. 1-0 was how it finished at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Martin Holmes has the full time report for Highland Radio Sport…
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Brian McCormick Premier Division Bonagee United 3 vs 0 Letterkenny Rovers Donegal Town 3 vs 1 St Catherines FC Keadue Rovers 1 vs 2 Kilmacrennan Celtic TDA Appliacne D1 Ballybofey United 1 vs 3 Castlefin Celtic Cappry Rovers 4 vs 0 Gweedore Celtic Convoy Arsenal 0 vs 2 Milford United Kerrykeel 71 4 vs 1
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Jackie Crossan Premier Division Carn FC 1 Buncrana Hearts 1 Aileach FC 1 Clonmany Shamrocks 2 Illies Celtic 2 Culdaff FC 0 Redcastle United 2 Cockhill Celtic 5 HML Plant Hire First Division Buncrana Res 2 Dunree United 2 Cockhill Res 2 Carn Youths 2 Sea Rovers 3 Glengad United 3 Aileach Res 2 Cockhill
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Letterkenny Rovers tasted defeat in a domestic competition for the first time in over a year after they were beaten 3-0 away to Bonagee United in the Premier Division on Sunday afternoon. Two first half goals from Shay Maloney and a second half strike from Bonagee captain Dan O’Donnell sealed the three points for the
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Bonagee United handed Letterkenny Rovers their first domestic defeat in over a year after they ran out 3-0 winners at Dry Arch Park. The hosts started well and led after just one minute through Shay Maloney and by the break they were two to the the good with Maloney netting his second. Bonagee captain Dan
Bonagee United prove too strong for Letterkenny Rovers Read More »
This weekend saw the Donegal Novice & Uneven Ages Cross Country Championship take place at The Rosses. Patsy McGonigle joined Highland Radio Sunday Sport this afternoon to tell us the latest…
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Bonagee United were 3-0 winners over rivals Letterkenny Rovers on Sunday afternoon in Dry Arch Park. Two goals from Shay Maloney and a goal from Dan O’Donnell sealed the three for the hosts. Despite the win, Bonagee boss Michael Funston knows there are more challenging tests ahead…
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Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne have Won Rally Croatia in the European Rally Championship – that results means they have finished 2nd in the overall European Rally Championship. It’s a huge achievement for Enniskillen driver Armstrong and Bruckless native Shane Byrne on the notes. Norwegian Mads Osteberg was alongside Irish co-pilot Lorcan Moore – they
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2-04 from captain Yvonne Bonner propelled Glenfin to Donegal LGFA glory against Termon this afternoon. The experienced sharp-shooter was in flying form as her side claimed their first championship win since 2021 with a dominant performance over two-in-a-row champs Termon. Bonner spoke to Diarmaid Doherty after the game and said she was just delighted to
Glenfin have won the Donegal Senior Ladies Football Championship after a 2-08 to 0-05 win over last year’s winners Termon at O’Donnell Park this afternoon. It’s Glenfin’s first time to claim the title since 2021. Diarmaid Doherty and Maureen O’Donnell were live at full time for Highland Radio Sport…
Glenfin topple Termon to claim Donegal Senior Championship Read More »
Glencar Inn Saturday D1 Donegal Town 2-0 Letterkenny Rovers Kilmacrennan Celtic 4-1 Glencar Celtic Strand Rovers 4-0 Oldtown Celtic Old Orchard Saturday D2 Copany Rovers 0-1 Fintown Harps AFC Fanad United 3-2 Swilly Rovers Glenea United Reserves 3-1 Keadue Rovers Gweedore Celtic 0-4 Bonagee United Finn Travel Saturday D3 Dunlewey Celtic vs Drumkeen
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Rhys Irwin has extended his lead at the top of the Supersport section of the British Superbike Championship. The Kilmacrennan native won today’s first race at Oulton Park and now has an 18-point lead at the top of the standings ahead of Ben Currie in 2nd. He set the fastest lap-time on the way to
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