Jackie Crossan Premier Division Clonmany Shamrocks 1 Cockhill Celtic 2 Aileach FC 0 Buncrana Hearts 2 HML Division One Buncrana Res 1 Carn Youths 0 Cockhill Res 0 Cockhill Youths 7 Sea Rovers 0 Greencastle FC 1 Inishowen Eng Division Two Moville Res 2 Aileach Youths 5 Cockhill Colts 0 Culdaff Rovers 2 QPS Youth […]
Inishowen Football League Results 07/12/2025 Read More »
Glenullin are Ulster Intermdiate Football champions for the first time in history. They beat Cuchulainns of Cavan 3-15 to 0-19. Goals from Ryan McNicholl, Eoin Bradley and Neil McNicholl saw the Derry champions claim the title. Michael McMullan has the full time report from Clones…
Glenullin beat Cuchulainns to claim Ulster Intermediate Football title Read More »
Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division Kilmacrennan Celtic 1 v 2 Letterkenny Rovers Fanad United 5 v 0 Donegal Town Temple Domestic Appliances Division One Rathmullan Celtic 3 v 1 Ballybofey United Gweedore Celtic 7 v 2 Convoy Arsenal Donegal Physiotherapy and Performance Centre Division Two Deele Harps 2 v 1 Lifford Celtic Drumoghill F.C.
Donegal Junior League Results 07/12/2025 Read More »
Clogher claimed the Ulster Junior Twinning Club Championship title on Saturday evening thanks to a 2-11 to 1-13 victory over Tara of London. Sean Bogue’s late point proved to be the difference between the sides at the end. The win for the Tyrone champions puts them into the All Ireland semi final and they will
Mountcharles native Jaime Meehan had a year to remember in 2025. The Donegal man signed his first professional contract in August and also finished second in the Ras Tailteann. Meehan also secured the Irish U23 road race title this year. Jamie Meehan joined Ciaran Cannon to discuss his achievements this year…
Jamie Meehan on his busy but successful year Read More »
There was draws for both Institute and Limavady in the NIFL Championship on Saturday afternoon. Stute drew 2-2 away to Ballinamallard while 2-2 was also the score between Queens University and Limavady. The results means that Limavady are in second level on points with Annagh who have a game less played and Stute are in
NIFL Championship: Draws for both Institute & Limavady Read More »
Glencar Inn Saturday D1 Donegal Town 1 v 1 Glencar Celtic Kilmacrennan Celtic 1 v 1 Oldtown Celtic Letterkenny Rovers 2 v 0 Drumbar FC St Catherines FC Res 1 v 0 Erne Wanderers Strand Rovers 1 v 1 Kildrum Tigers Old Orchard Saturday D2 Fintown Harps AFC 3 v 2 Keadue Rovers Finn Travel
Donegal Junior League Results 06/12/25 Read More »
Michael Murphy Sports U21 B Football Championship Ardara 2-19 V 1-20 Glenfin Michael Murphy Sports U21 D Football Championship Bundoran 1-08 V 3-06 Fanad Gaels
Donegal U21 Championship Finals Results 06/12/25 Read More »
Letterkenny Rugby Club ran out big winners over Grosvenor on Saturday afternoon. 26-0 was how it finished in their Ulster Championship 2 clash with Ross Harkin getting man of the match. Elsewhere in the Championship City of Derry were beaten by Limavady 14-10.
Letterkenny Rugby Club earn big win over Grosvenor Read More »
Ulster Championship 1 Bangor 14 v 20 Omagh Ulster Championship 2 Letterkenny 26 v 0 Grosvner Lisburn 14 v 10 City of Derry Limavady 36 v 20 Academy Ulster Championship 3 Coleraine 61 v 0 Civil Service Provincial North Donegal Town 5 v 14 Inishowen Letterkenny 2 31 v 19 Ballymoney
Rugby: Ulster Championship Results – Saturday 06/12/25 Read More »
St Pat’s have snapped up Ramelton’s Ronan Boyce from Derry City, as they plan for the 2026 Premier Division season. The right-back made 175 appearances for the Candystripes, having joined in 2019. He’s the second signing made by the Saints in the off-season, with ex-Sligo Rovers forward Max Mata also heading to Richmond Park.
Ronan Boyce signs for St Pat’s Read More »
Donegal jockey Patrick McGettigan and trainer Paul Sweeney paired up for a win in Dundalk on Friday evening. McGettigan rode the Sweeney trained Bucky Larson to victory in the fifth race of the night. It was a good night for Donegal with jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle also claiming a victory.
Donegal delight as Patrick McGettigan and Paul Sweeney team up for win in Dundalk Read More »
Dylan Browne McMonagle was amongst the winners at Dundalk on Friday night. The Donegal jockey rode the 6/5 favourite Seola to victory for trainer Joseph O’Brien. The win will be his last in Ireland for a three months as he heads off on Tuesday to Hong Kong to race. Browne McMonagle could add another bit
Hong Kong bound Dylan Browne McMonagle claims winner at Dundalk Read More »
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have reaffirmed their commitment for the establishment of a crematorium in Omagh. In a statement the council confirmed work is progressing to enable a final investment decision in 2026 and the Council has included a financial provision for the project within its Medium Term Capital Plan 2025-2030. The crematorium
Fermanagh & Omagh Council affirm support for crematorium project Read More »
Donegal is set to receive over €303,465 as part of the Local Enhancement Programme 2026. This funding aims to provide essential capital supports for thousands of small community organisations across the country, It has a particular focus on disadvantaged rural and urban areas.
Donegal to receive over €300,000 in Local Enhancement Programme 2026 Read More »
€1.7 million has been paid out to Donegal farmers under the third year of the SCEP scheme. A total of 752 beef farmers in the county have benefited from the scheme. The Department of Agriculture says farmers can expect the money to arrive in their accounts in the coming days. They are also urged to
€1.7m paid out to Donegal farmers under SCEP Read More »
Coláiste Mhuire in Loughanure say they are now seeking legal advice after fake images were created and shared online. The picture features two masked men, wearing camouflage and holding guns at the front door of the Irish language school. In a statement shared on their social media, a spokesperson said that the racist tone of
Coláiste Mhuire seeks legal advice after racist content circulated online Read More »
CSO figures have revealed that November saw a decline in the number of people signing on the Live Register when compared to last year in Donegal. Last year, 7,513 people were on the list in social welfare offices across Donegal. This has seen a 4% decline to 7,201. Killybegs recorded the largest drop of 13%,
November sees another drop in numbers on Live Register in Donegal Read More »
Donegal, Limerick, Galway and Kerry spent over €2 million on their county teams this year. For the first time. Donegal have broken the €2 million barrier spending €2,094,330 in 2025. With the senior footballers run to the All-Ireland final, the figure is up from €1,861,737 the previous year. Overall expenditure for Donegal GAA increased by
Donegal and Kerry among the big spenders in 2025 Read More »
A Donegal TD was confronted with reality while decorating his home with his son for Christmas. Charles Ward says he was putting outdoor lights on the gable wall and was wearing a go pro camera to capture his childs reaction of them being turned on. Instead he recorded the moment he realised the wall, which
Donegal TD faced with stark reality while decorating his DCB home Read More »
A young Donegal man is being honoured with a National Bravery Award today, after he ran into a burning house twice to rescue an elderly man. Kealan Dolan was travelling home from lunch with his grandfather when they noticed smoke coming from the house. Kealan, 22 at the time, rushed in after calling the man’s
Young Donegal man awarded for saving man from burning building Read More »
Mid-Donegal Bowling Results – Week 8 Ballylennon 11 Ramelton Pres 1 Ramelton 8 St Eunan’s B 4 St Eunan’s A 10 Resource 2 St Johnston BC 8 Manor 4 Cathedral 2 Raphoe Ballindrait BC 10
Mid-Donegal Bowling League – Week 8 Results Read More »
Members of the Irish Defence Forces have come under fire in south Lebanon. The 127th Infantry Battalion came under “small arms fire” at 6.30pm yesterday evening, but “all personnel are well and accounted for” The Defence Forces says the Battalion were out on patrol in armoured vehicles when the attack happened, and “initiated immediate action
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The Seanad has heard calls for a debate on the Defective Concrete Block Bill. Senator Eileen Flynn says the conversation on social housing needs to take place in both houses of the Oireachtas, including the Seanad. She added that travellers from Donegal have raised concerns about homes that are not included in the scheme. However,
The DCB talk needs to be had in both houses – Senator Eileen Flynn Read More »
A woman from Donegal has been arrested in London on suspicion of attempting to bring drugs into the UK. RTÉ reports that the arrest allegedly took place at Heathrow Airport on November 7th, when she was found in possession of an undisclosed amount of cocaine. The woman, in her 40s, has been remanded in custody
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In this week’s edition, Chris Ashmore looks at the new auto enrolment pension scheme in Ireland, called “My Future Fund” which will begin on January 1, 2026, automatically enrolling eligible employees into a retirement savings plan. Thousands of people in Donegal are set to benefit. You will be automatically enrolled in the new pension scheme if you are an employee and you: Are aged between 23 and 60; Do not
The development of a veterinary course at ATU Letterkenny is part of a €4.5 billion plan to transform third level education in Ireland’s research, and innovation sectors. The Tertiary Sector Capital Investment Plan 2026–2030 has been published today. Also to benefit is Finn Valley College in Stranorlar under the Strategic Infrastructure and Upgrade Programme. Minister
New veterinary course for Letterkenny featured in €4.5bn tertiary investment plan Read More »
The future of the Eurovision Song Contest is uncertain, after multiple broadcasters have announced they will not participate in next year’s competition. It follows the decision to allow Israel to compete. At a meeting of the European Broadcasting Union in Geneva yesterday, a majority of members decided a vote on the country’s participation was not
Eurovision future unclear as broadcasters boycott 2026 contest Read More »
The coastguard in Greencastle fears they will be unable to launch efficiently due to the harbour needing to be dredged. In a recent meeting of Inishowen Municipal District representatives from the locals piers and harbours made a presentation, saying staffing levels need to be increased to ensure proper maintenance. Efforts are ongoing to see a
Coastguard flags launch risks at Greencastle Harbour Read More »
An Inishowen-based councillor has expressed hope that a new Garda station will be established in Carndonagh. The existing station was deemed not fit for purpose in 2018 and was omitted from the Garda Building and Refurbishment Programme 2016–2021. Following a Parliamentary Question from Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, it has been confirmed that a preliminary business
Calls renewed for New Carndonagh Garda Station as business case progresses Read More »
Donegal County Council has passed a budget for the year 2026, which omits any increase in commercial rates. The motion with a 0% increase in commercial rates was proposed by Cllr Michael McBride. A counter motion, tabled by Cllr Ciaran Brogan, was defeated by 20 votes to 15 with one abstention, allowing for Cllr McBride’s
Donegal County Council approves 2026 Budget with 0% Commercial Rate increase Read More »
The following routes will be gritted from 7PM: 01: National Primary North 02: National Primary Central 04: Inishowen South 05: Inishowen East 06: Inishowen West 07: Milford South 08: Milford North 09: Cill Ulta East 12: Binswilly 13: Stranorlar North 14: Stranorlar East 15: Stranorlar West 18: Donegal South LT: Letterkenny Town BT: Buncrana Town
Gritting Update: More Donegal routes to be treated from 7pm Read More »
Main Evening News, Sport, Farming News and Obituary Notices – Thursday, December 4th:
Main Evening News, Sport, Farming News and Obituary Notices – Thursday, December 4th Read More »
Derry and Strabane District Council has issued an appeal for cemetery visitors to use bins correctly. There have been instances where soil and garden waste has been placed in waste containers, making them difficult to empty. As a result, delays and overflows occur, with rubbish sometimes ending up on graves. The Council is asking for
DSDC urges visitors to use cemetery bins properly to keep graves tidy and respectful Read More »
The Ireland Funds has awarded €40,000 to three organisations in Donegal under the Heart of the Community Fund. Spraoi agus Spórt Family Centre was awarded €20,000, Liquid Therapy received €15,000, and Bluestack Special Needs Foundation €5,000. They are three of 62 national recipients granted funding to strengthen communities through their services.
Donegal Charities Awarded €40,000 to Strengthen Community Services Read More »
Donegal GAA and O’Neill’s have launched the new Donegal jersey for 2026 with the footballers and the hurlers set to be kitted out in a retro style top. Ciaran Moore, Shane O’Donnell, Shaun Patton and Eoin McHugh along with hurlers Brian McIntyre and Gerard Gilmore were among those who attended the event at Michael Murphy
Donegal GAA launch new jersey – Sean Patton, Brian McIntyre & Gerard Gilmore Read More »
The Western Development Commission has reached a milestone with its 50th MedTech and Life Sciences investment, highlighting the West and Northwest of Ireland as a centre for medical innovation. Over 25 years, the Western Investment Fund has supported companies in the region that have generated €1.7 billion in revenues, created nearly 6,000 jobs, and developed
Western Investment Fund hits 50th MedTech investment Read More »
One route on Donegal’s Winter Maintenance Programme is to be treated this evening. From 6 o’clock, gritters will take to Route 5 in Inishowen East. Donegal County Council is reminding drivers to assume that no road is ice-free.
Evening gritting scheduled for Inishowen East’s Route 5 Read More »
A Vatican commission has ruled against allowing women to become deacons. It maintains the Catholic Church’s practice of an all male clergy. The move was backed by a vote of 7 to 1. There’s a recommendation to carry out further studies on the issue.
Vatican Rules Against Women Becoming Deacons in 7–1 Vote Read More »
Ciaran Moore is looking for Donegal to push on again in 2026 and in the new Donegal jersey that was launched today in Michael Murphy’s Sports. The year will start in a month time’s with the McKenna Cup followed by a league campaign ahead of a championships start against Down. Speaking to Highland’s Oisin Kelly
Ciaran Moore says Donegal will look to push on again in 2026 Read More »
€210,000 has been awarded to three projects that include Donegal under the Ireland Against Racism Fund 2025. In total, €1.5 million is being shared among 37 projects across Ireland. €100,000 is going to the Seas Suas project by the Manorhamilton Innovation and Development CLG. This will be run in Donegal, Leitrim, Roscommon and Sligo. The
Donegal linked projects secure €210,000 under national anti-racism fund Read More »
ATU Donegal landed another trophy as the men’s freshers Gaelic footballers won the HE Division 2 League Final last night. The side, managed by Ryan McHugh and Peadar Mogan, led 1-04 to 0-03 at half time and produced a big second half to run out 2-14 to 0-4 winners in Garvaghy. Danny Brown hit 1-5,
ATU Donegal win HE Freshers Division 2 title Read More »
There was a treble of wins for Donegal jockeys in Dundalk yesterday. Firstly, Luke McAteer was on board “Fox In Flight” for David Marnane in the 3:20 race – that horse went to post at 2/5. Then, in the 4:25 race at the same venue, Irish Champion Jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle rode JP O’Brien’s “Greek
Horse-Racing: Donegal treble in Dundalk Read More »
Ireland’s major fishing organisations met the Taoiseach yesterday in a bid to secure strong government backing ahead of next week’s EU Fisheries Council meeting. The Seafood Ireland Alliance warned that new scientific advice could result in quota cuts leading to industry losses of up to €200 million, heavily impacting coastal towns like Killybegs. The Taoiseach
Fishing industry faces €200m losses as Taoiseach vows to fight for quotas Read More »
Donegal County Council is set to resume its budget meeting this morning in County House, Lifford. The initial meeting broke up without agreement on Friday, November 21st, with members refusing to accept the executive’s recommendation that commercial rates be increased by 5%. It was adjourned again yesterday on account of the funeral of former County
Donegal County Council to resume budget talks amid calls to freeze commercial rates Read More »
The Government has announced €4 million in operational funding for Ireland’s regional airports, including Donegal. Donegal Airport will receive €700,000 to support key services like air traffic control, fire safety, and security screening. Minister Darragh O’Brien says this funding comes on top of €7.8 million in capital support already provided this year. Passenger traffic across
Donegal Airport awarded €700,000 in government funding Read More »
Calls are growing for the Justice Minister to commit to re-opening Donegal Town Courthouse during a visit to the county next week. It has been closed since September due to health and safety concerns following a partial ceiling collapse, prompting a full OPW survey. Local Cllr Jimmy Brogan says he will ask Minister Jim O’Callaghan
Pressure mounts on Minister to reopen Donegal Town Courthouse Read More »
Main Evening News, Sport, and Obituary Notices – Wednesday, December 3rd:
Main Evening News, Sport, and Obituary Notices – Wednesday, December 3rd Read More »
Two paramedics were injured when the ambulance they were traveling in yesterday was involved in a crash. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene at 10:10 am in Carndonagh. The two women, aged in their 20s and 40s, were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. The road was closed for a
Two injured in ambulance crash in Carndonagh Read More »
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