Concern has been raised over a notable surge in rat-related callouts in the North West. Rentokil reports a 33% increase in requests to respond to rat activity. The pest control provider has recognised rats as a primary pest concern nationwide, posing a serious threat to both residential and commercial properties.
New measures have been announced to boost the number of GP’s in rural areas. 350 GP training places will be offered in the next few weeks, 22% more than the year before. While the International Medical Graduates Rural GP programme, set up last year, plans to recruit 250 experienced international GPs for rural practices by …
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Major wastewater upgrade works are underway across Donegal. Almost €30m is being invested to improve water quality in Carrigart, Kilmacrennan and Mountcharles. Work has commenced in Carrigart to upgrade the existing treatment plant to ensure the wastewater is treated to a standard that protects the environment. The works will put a stop to partially treated …
Almost €30m being invested to improve water quality in three areas of Donegal Read More »
Swimmers are being warned to take care if in the water today at Ludden Beach, Buncrana. Lough Swilly RNLI says it is due to the current high surf line. Larger and more powerful waves than usual as a result poses a danger to those entering or near the water.
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On Business Matters this week, Chris has been finding out about apprenticeships and what they entail. Traditionally, when you talk about apprenticeships what will spring to mind for most people are trades and crafts. Well, the apprenticeship programme in Ireland has changed beyond recognition over the past decade, with a growing number of both school-leavers …
Business Matters, Ep 183 – The changing face of apprenticeships and what they offer Read More »
Donegal Ladies had to settle for a point on the road as they drew 1-13 to 2-10 with Monaghan on Sunday afternoon. Donegal had led by three points in the closing minutes of the game but a Monaghan penalty late in the second half ensured a share of the spoils. Nicole Gordon netted the goal …
The Inishowen League suffered a 4-3 aggregate defeat to the Donegal League. The first leg of the game finished 3-2 to Donegal League. The Donegal League then got off to a good start leading 1-0 through Eddie O’Reilly before Tommy McMonagale drew Inishowen level. Inishowen pushed in the second half for a leveller but couldn’t …
A consultation workshop between the FAI and the soccer leagues of the county was held on Thursday evening at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny. Included on the agenda and as part of the football pathway plan, all affiliated leagues would move to summer football in the calendar year just like the League of Ireland. The …
Nigel Ferry on on Pathway Plan and Summer Football consultation workshop Read More »
Lauren Callaghan earned herself a silver medal at the National Indoor Championships on Sunday afternoon in the long jump. The Finn Valley athlete reached a jump of 6.02m. The event was won by Sophie Meredith from St Mary’s in Limerick with a jump of 6.05m. Athletics correspondent Patsy McGonagle has the wrap of today’s action…
The Donegal League sealed their place in the next round of the Oscar Traynor Cup after a 4-3 aggregate victory over the Inishowen League. The first leg had finished 3-2 to the Donegal League and it was them who took the lead in the second leg through Eddie O’Reilly. Tommy McMonagle levelled the tie up …
The Donegal League are through to the next round of the Donegal League after they played out a 1-1 draw with the Inishowen League on Sunday afternoon. Eddie O’Reilly opened the scoring for the Donegal League before Tommy McMonagle levelled the tie. Neither side could muster a winner but it is the Donegal League who …
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Donegal’s Eamonn Kelly and co driver Conor Mohan secured themselves a podium position in the Junior Championship category at the WRC’s Rally Sweden on Sunday afternoon. The pair finished in third in their Ford Fiesta Rally 3. The Junior event was won by Mille Johansson of Sweden with Finland’s Romet Jürgenson finishing in second.
Derry defeated Monaghan in the third round of the Division One Allianz National League. Mickey Harte’s team had a thirteen point victory with a score line of 3-17 to 0-13. Derry’s Shane McGuigan hit eleven points while defenders Conor McClusky, Padraig McGrogan and Conor Doherty netted the three goals. Mickey Harte spoke with Michael McMullan …
Reaction: Mickey Harte on Derry’s victory over Monaghan Read More »
Finn Harps have kick started their First Division campaign with a superb come back win over Longford. Harps found themselves two goals down after 13 minutes but fought back to win 3-2. Success Edogan and Jamie Watson levelled the tie at 2-2 by the 67th minute, then a header from Mark Mbuli sealed the win …
Reaction: Success full of praise for Harps comeback Read More »
Finn Harps came from two goals down to win their opening First Division game of the season. It finished Longord 2 Finn Harps 3. Deniese O’Flaherty reports for Highland Radio Sport from Bishopsgate:
Derry put Monaghan to the sword with a 3-17 to 13 point win in Celtic Park in their Allianz Football League Division 1 encounter. Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life reports for Highland Radio Sport:
Donegal’s Eamonn Kelly and co-driver Conor Mohan (Monaghan) had a very successful morning and afternoon on day three of their Rally Sweden Junior World Rally Championship event. They moved from fifth to fourth to third in their Ford Fiesta Rally 3 with one stage to go on Saturday on leg three. They were three minutes, …
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Three Donegal athletes took medals on day one of the National Senior Indoor Championships at Abbotstown. Finn Valley AC’s Sommer Lecky (high jump), Tír Conail AC’s Conal Mahon (triple jump) and Rosses woman Bridget McDyer, Finn Valley AC, (weight for distance) all got on the podium. With a wrap of the day’s action, and also …
Three medals for Donegal athletes at National Indoor Senior Championships Read More »
There were mixed results for north-west rugby sides on Saturday. In All-Ireland League Division 2C, Omagh lost 21-8 at home to Clonmel. In Ulster Championship 1, City of Derry lost 22-17 away to Grosvenor. In Ulster Championship 3, Strabane overcame Belfast High School Former Pupils by 17 points to 5.
The big talking point from the Saturday League games was in Division Two where second placed Dunlewey Celtic slipped up in their quest for honours as they lost 1-0 at home to Milford United. In Division 3, the runaway top two both chalked up massive wins. Leaders Letterkenny Rovers thumped Drumkeen United 12-1 while second …
One team scores 12 – Donegal Saturday League round-up Read More »
Institute’s title aspirations suffered a big set-back as they were beaten 4-2 at home by NIFL Championship leaders Dundela. With Bangor winning and Portadown drawing, the Derry side drop to fourth in the table and are now seven points adrift of Dundela with a game more played. Former Finn Harps player Michael Harris put the …
Set back for Institute in top of the table clash – but Strabane Athletic win again Read More »
Hugh McFadden returned to action for Donegal as they defeated Fermanagh by 2-16 to 0-4 in their Allianz National Football League Division 2 game at O’Donnell Park. McFadden has had his fair share of injuries and was pleased to be back in action and making his first appearance of the …
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Gweedore’s Daire O’Baoill was the man of the match as Donegal produced a strong second half performance to comfortably beat Fermanagh by 2-16 to 0-8 in their Allianz NFL Division 2 game at O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny. He contributed 2-3 to the Donegal tally. Speaking to Brendan Devenney, he recalled his two goals and is now …
Reaction: Man-of-the-Match Daire O’Baoill on a big win over Fermanagh Read More »
Former Leitrim star Emlyn Mulligan was among those watching Donegal’s 2-16 to 0-8 win over Fermanagh in the Allianz National Football League Division 2 game at O’Donnell Park. So, looking at it from a neutral perspective, he gave his thoughts on the game to Highland Radio’s Brendan Devenney.
Donegal made it three wins on the spin as they overcame Fermanagh at a damp O’Donnell Park in their Allianz National Football League Division 2 clash. In the first half, there was little between the sides and a late point from Daire O’Baoill saw the home side going in at the break with a one …
NFL: Donegal come good in second half to make it three wins in a row Read More »
Donegal’s Dylan Browne McMonagle had a double at Dundalk last night. First, he was on board the 11/4 favourite Ohailbhic who won the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden over six furlongs for trainer John James Feane. And then he rode the 4/9 favoruite How About No to victory in the Dundalk Stadium,.com Maiden race over …
Dylan Browne McMonagle adds double at Dundalk to midweek treble Read More »
Donegal had a comfortable win over their Monaghan counterparts in the Ulster Minor Championship in a game played in damp conditions at MacCumhaill Park. At half-time Donegal led by 3-5 to 0-3 and the result was never really in any doubt. Donegal continued to hold the upper hand in the second half and emerged victorious …
Great win for Donegal ladies in minor championship Read More »
Derry City opened their new season with a 2-1 victory over Drogheda United at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Higgins was happy enough with the first half performance and for new signing Patrick Hoban to get on the scoresheet against a side that have caused some problems for the candystripes in recent seasons. After the …
Higgins pleased with first half display and Hogan’s first goal for club Read More »
Ramelton man Ronan Boyce was on the mark for Derry City in their opening night victory of the new Premier Division season on Friday. The second half was only minutes old when Boyce put Derry one up against Drogheda United at the Brandywell. It took a goal from Patrick Hoban to seal the win as …
Perfect start for Ronan Boyce as Derry beat Drogheda Read More »
Derry City started their 2024 Premier Division campaign with a 2-1 win at home to Drogheda United on Friday night. Donegal man Ronan Boyce and new man Patrick Hoban scored the Derry goals. Martin Holmes reports from The Brandywell:
Derry City have hit the ground running on the opening night of the new SSE Airtricity Premier Division season. On Friday night they beat Drogheda United 2-1 at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Ramelton native Ronan Boyce scored the games opening goal at the start of the second half, only for the visitors to equalise …
Donegal Manager Jim McGuinness has made three changes to the starting line for Saturday’s clash with Fermanagh in Letterkenny. Oisin Kelly and Martin McHugh will have live match commentary on Highland from the 2pm throw in at the O’Donnell Park in association with Highland Motors. Ciaran Moore, Kevin McGettigan and Peader Mogan come in for …
Three changes for Donegal ahead of Fermanagh clash Read More »
Illies Golden Gloves Boxing Club will host a special boxing tournament this Saturday, February 17th, to mark the club’s 25th anniversary. The event will take place in the Half Way House in Burnfoot and will feature an Illies Golden Gloves line-up in action against an Ulster/Leinster Select. Doors open at 7.30 pm with the first contest …
Illies Golden Gloves BC tournament to mark 25th anniversary Read More »
Convoy man Luke Witherow was on the Irish team that lost 4-2 to Spain in their latest International Hockey Federation game in India. The two sides had played in the recent Olympic Qualifiers tournament in Valencia where Spain had beaten Ireland in the semi-finals. Witherow plays his club hockey for Banbridge.
€36.22 million has been allocated to improve and maintain Donegal roads. The funding will go towards road repair, bridge rehabilitation, road safety measures, community engagement, drainage improvements, and climate change adaptation. The largest allocation in the county, €1.5m has been earmarked for works at Fintra Bridge, €25,000 has been announced for works on the N15 …
Over €36m announced to improve and maintain roads in Donegal Read More »
The Ballyshannon Community Hospital could open next week. The INMO has confirmed that proposals have been issued to enhance clinical governance and staffing levels in the facility in line with what members were seeking. The €37.6 million facility was to have opened this week, but hasn’t done so because the INMO and SIPTU claimed planned …
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The Ceann Comhairle has been forced to intervene once again as Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty accused the Tanaiste of being dishonest. Deputy Doherty called for greater transparency and accountability as it emerged a senior RTE executive was handed a €450,000 exit package. Last night a Sinn Fein motion calling for the TV licence fee to …
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Gardai in Donegal are warning of yet another scam doing the rounds. Fraudsters have been issuing text messages claiming a Garda fixed charge fine has been issued and to avoid a penalty, the recipient is instructed to use the link and file number contained in the text to pay the fine. Gardai are reminding people …
The Chief Executive of the HSE has described last year’s spending on agency staff and overtime as “out of control.” The Health Service has published its National Service Plan 2024 which lists cost saving, improved access to emergency care, and more disability supports as major priorities. Officials plan to reduce the use of agency staff …
2023 spend on agency staff and overtime “out of control” – HSE CEO Read More »
Government is being lobbied to do more to support small, micro and medium sized businesses. The Rural Independents Group have been debating a motion in the Dail today, highlighting how many businesses across the country are grappling with the increased VAT rate and rise in minimum wage. South Donegal Deputy Marian Harkin relayed to Minister …
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In this episode, Chris Ashmore talks with Sean Quinn, Head of Sales at Highland Radio, about the recent, hugely successful, Highland Radio Hospitality Awards night that was held in Jackson’s Hotel, Ballybofey. He also has an in-depth interview with Dearbhla Kelly, Enterprise Engagement Officer with the Donegal Education and Training Board. She outlines the large …
Highland Radio are delighted to partner with Coimisiún na Meán in launching a new series dealing with various topics on sustainability. Donna-Marie Doherty of Highland Radio will have a weekly feature on Tuesdays at 12:30 covering a real mix of different topics and interviews with businesses and experts who have a common interest on expertise …
Ours to Protect – Nature Hero Awards & Biodiversity 13/02/2024 Read More »
The 27th annual North West 10k was officially launched on Monday evening by the 2023 women’s winner Noeleen Scanlon. The three benefitting charities were also announced – and they are Kilmacrennan, Termon, Gartan, Churchill and Trentagh Community First Responders, Cara House and Letterkenny Community Childcare Centre. The 10k takes place on the Bank Holiday weekend …
NW10k Launch: Busy time ahead for all involved – Neil Martin Read More »
A South Donegal Road is currently closed as a result of a lorry currently blocking it. The Glencoagh to Letterbarra Road (L1815-3 ) is blocked near the junction with the Altadoo Road. All traffic is requested to divert via Frosses or Ballydevitt Road. The road is expected to remain closed for a number of hours …
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Over £700,000 has been lost to romance fraud in the North in the last 10 months. The PSNI is raising awareness of what it describes as ‘this cruel and very personal ‘ fraud by criminals ahead of Valentine’s Day. Police believe it is under reported because people feel embarrassed.
Buncrana Hearts bowed out of the FAI Junior Cup after they were beaten 3-0 by Peake Villa. Peake Villa’s goals came from Michael Quinlan, Stephan Carroll and Dale Loughnane. Barry Ryan has the full time report…
Cockhill Celtic are into the quarter final after 4-0 win over Maree/Oranmore. Luke Rudden netted a brace before Peter Doherty and Jack Mullan sealed the victory for Gavin Cullen’s side. After the game, Chris Ashmore spoke with Luke Rudden… Chris also got the thoughts of Jack Mullan…
Abbey Vocational School sealed their first ever MacLarnon Cup after they beat Our Lady and St Patrick’s College Knock from Belfast 2-10 to 0-08 in Armagh. Conor McCahill and Kevin Muldoon both raised green flags for the Donegal Town school. Ryan Ferry has the full time report…
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