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“A lot of positives” from win over Roscommon – McGuinness

Jim McGuinness’s first match in charge since returning as Donegal manager ended in a six-point victory over Roscommon. Full time: Donegal 2-12, Roscommon 2-6. Donegal led by 0-9 to 0-2 at halftime. A share of today’s matchday earnings were donated to the North-West Hospice. Here’s Jim McGuiness speaking with Brendan Devenney after the match, where …

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Buncrana are U-21B champions

Buncrana have won this year’s U-21B final after defeating Dungloe at O’Donnell Park on Saturday afternoon. Full time: Buncrana 1-10, Dungloe 0-10. A goal in the first half from Dylan Mulholland proved to be the decisive score of the match.  

Defeats for Dergview and Institute

  Dergview and Institute both lost their league games today in the championship. Dergview were beaten 3-0 away to Annagh, while Newington ran out 2-1 winners over Institute. The results today keep Dergview second from bottom while Institute remains in third position.

Business Matters: Ep 174, Neil Crossan – Living Green

On this week’s Business Matters, Chris Ashmore talks to Inishowen entrepreneur and farmer Neil Crossan whose ‘Living Green’ business won the overall Donegal and Best-Established Enterprise Awards at the Donegal Enterprise Awards held earlier this month. Established in 2003, Living Green is the largest producer of worms in Ireland and the UK, distributing live worms …

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O’Rourke reflects on another Ulster title for Glen

Derry champions Glen will face Kilmacud Crokes of Dublin in the semi-finals of the All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship following their 0-13 to 0-11 Ulster Final win over Scotstown of Monaghan in Armagh. Their semi-final pairing is a repeat of last year’s final. It’s back to back provincial titles for the Maghera club. Afterward Sunday’s …

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Tourish returns to Harps, who also sign Edogan from Treaty Utd

Finn Harps have announced the signings of Conor Tourish and Success Edogun for the 2024 season. Tourish returns to the club from Letterkenny Rovers. The defender was a huge fan favourite during his previous stint at Finn Park and was voted the 2022 Player of the Season. Harps boss Darren Murphy told finnharps.ie: “Conor’s obviously …

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Plenty of competitiveness in all three Saturday League Divisions – Nigel Ferry

There is plenty of competitiveness in the three Saturday divisions of the Donegal Junior League, according to Donegal Junior League secretary Nigel Ferry. With the league taking a Christmas break, he spoke with Chris Ashmore on Saturday Sport about the big games in Division One plus Drumbar’s important win in Division Two and the battle …

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Leaders Oldtown Celtic held by Glencar Celtic – plus all the Saturday League results

Glencar Inn Saturday League Division One leaders Oldtown Celtic’s 100% record ended as they played out an exciting 2-2 draw with great rivals and second placed Glencar Celtic in the match of the day in the Donegal Junior League. Oldtown are 12 points clear at the top and remain unbeaten. And it was also a …

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‘Revival at Letterkenny Courthouse’ launched

Donegal County Council has today launched the ‘Revival at Letterkenny Courthouse’ project. The long awaited venture will see the creation of a tourist attraction at the former Courthouse in Letterkenny town centre. The ‘Revival at Letterkenny Courthouse’ project is being funded by the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund and hopes to increase visitor numbers to …

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Fanad Gael’s Siobhan Coyle to referee LGFA Club Final at Croke Park

Donegal referee Siobhan Coyle of Fanad has been appointed to officiate at the Ladies All Ireland Intermediate Club Football Championship Final between Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins of Leitrim and Glanmire of Cork at Croke Park on Saturday, December 16th. Siobhán has been refereeing since 2011. She graduated from the LGFA’s Referee Academy to join the national …

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Orchard Inn in Letterkenny to be headquarters for 2024 Donegal Harvest Rally

  The 2024 Donegal Harvest Rally will have Letterkenny as its base, it was decided last night following a meeting of the Donegal Motor club. The Orchard Inn, Letterkenny will be the host venue. Club members also selected Letterkenny’s John Crumlish as Clerk of the Course for the event. This year’s event, which was won …

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Business Matters: Ep 173, Barry Doherty – C&B Agri Enterprise Limited

On this week’s Business Matters Chris Ashmore is joined by Kilcar man, Barry Doherty, who is Chief Executive Officer of Dunkineely-based C&B Agri Enterprise Limited. The firm uses seaweed and fish extracts to manufacture a natural, sustainable product known as a bio-stimulant which can be used on crops to boost growth and quality. He describes …

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Hot lunches for 25 more Donegal primary schools next year

A further 25 Donegal primary schools have been approved for the Hot School Meals Programme. Nationally the move with benefit 150,000 more children across 900 schools from April next year. Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphries made the announcement today – saying its her goal to roll out the programme in every primary level school …

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Ours to Protect – Christmas & How to Green your Wardrobe – 08/12/2023

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 …

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Reaction: Slaughtneil fails to retain Ulster title

Slaughtneil of Derry failed to retain the Ulster Senior Club Hurling Championship today, losing to Cushendall of Antrim in Páirc Esler, Co. Down. Full time: Slaughtneil 2-10, Cushendall 0-20. The Derry club were behind 1-06 to 0-10 at halftime. It’s Cushendall’s 12th Ulster title, and they will now face O’Loughlin Gaels next in the All Irelands. …

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Report: Donegal drivers in action at Killarney Historic Cars Rally

The rally season ended in Kerry yesterday at the Killarney Historic Cars Rally. Donegal’s Donagh Kelly and co-driver Rory Kennedy in a BMW M3 were 0:03.7 seconds behind the winners of the Historic Category, Jonathan Greer and navigator Kirsty Riddick in their Ford Sierra. In the modified section, two of the top three places were …

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Mary Coughlan in pole position for Donegal chair as Sean Dunnion withdraws

  Sean Dunnion has dropped out of the race for Donegal GAA Chairperson, leaving Mary Coughlan the only remaining candidate for the role. This leaves Mary in pole position to become the first female chair of Donegal GAA. He follows Cieran Kelly, who withdrew on Wednesday evening. The vote is taking place in Jackson’s Hotel, …

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Business Matters Ep 172 Johnny Patterson

On this week’s Business Matters, Chris Ashmore is joined by Johnny Patterson, who set up and runs the award winning Johnny’s Ranch Gourmet Street Kitchen providing the very Best of Local produce from Farm to Fork & Sea. Along with his sister Martina they have developed a great business that has got hugely positive feedback. …

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FAI Junior Cup reaction: Buncrana Hearts push on – “Good result” – manager Gary Duffy

Goalscorer Jamie McDaid  Buncrana reach the fifth round of the FAI Junior Cup after coming back from a goal down on the 51st minute of the second half to win 3-1 away to Mullingar Athletic. Goals from Jamie McDaid, Shaunie Bradley, and Kieran McDaid helped seal the win. Manager Gary Duffy said it was a …

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FAI Junior Cup reaction: Letterkenny Rovers advance after shootout

It took a win on penalties for Letterkenny Rovers to advance to the fifth round of the FAI Junior Cup, as they defeated North End United of Wexford. FT: North End United 0 Letterkenny Rovers 0, Rovers won 5-3 in penalties after extra time. Here’s Director of Football at Letterkenny Rovers, Anthony Gorman, speaking with …

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