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Marc McConnell reacts to Clogher’s Ulster Junior Twinning Club Championship victory over Tara

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

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Fermanagh & Omagh Council affirm support for crematorium project

  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

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Coláiste Mhuire seeks legal advice after racist content circulated online

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

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Irish Defence Forces come under fire in South Lebanon

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 DCB talk needs to be had in both houses – Senator Eileen Flynn

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,

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Business Matters – Ep 273: Auto-enrolment update – plus the Employee Small Benefit Tax Exemption, and the Donegal Business Network

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

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New veterinary course for Letterkenny featured in €4.5bn tertiary investment plan

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

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Eurovision future unclear as broadcasters boycott 2026 contest

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

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Greencastle, Breakwater, Wind, Sunk

Coastguard flags launch risks at Greencastle Harbour

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

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Calls renewed for New Carndonagh Garda Station as business case progresses

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

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Donegal County Council approves 2026 Budget with 0% Commercial Rate increase

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

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Gritting Update: More Donegal routes to be treated from 7pm

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

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DSDC urges visitors to use cemetery bins properly to keep graves tidy and respectful

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

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Donegal Charities Awarded €40,000 to Strengthen Community Services

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.

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Donegal GAA launch new jersey – Sean Patton, Brian McIntyre & Gerard Gilmore

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

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Western Investment Fund hits 50th MedTech investment

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

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Donegal linked projects secure €210,000 under national anti-racism fund

€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

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Fishing industry faces €200m losses as Taoiseach vows to fight for quotas

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

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Donegal County Council to resume budget talks amid calls to freeze commercial rates

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

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Donegal Airport awarded €700,000 in government funding

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

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Pressure mounts on Minister to reopen Donegal Town Courthouse

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

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