It’s been confirmed the date for the 2027 census will be Sunday, 9th May. It will see people complete the form for where they usually live and not where they spend census night, as has previously been the case. Cabinet signed off on the date today. Eileen Murphy from the CSO, says people will be […]
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Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries – Wednesday, November 12th:
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A Donegal man who admitted sexually assaulting his partner’s best friend while she slept on a sofa in his home has been remanded in custody for sentence next January. Richard Walsh (32) of Lisminton, Ballintra, Co Donegal pleaded guilty earlier this month at the Central Criminal Court to the sexual assault of the woman, who
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Derry City have confirmed that Mark Connolly is to leave the club after three-and-a-half years at the Brandywell. The Clones native has been instrumental for the Candy Stripes since joining from Dundee United in 2022. In all, Connolly made 115 appearances for City- 38 as skipper- picking up an FAI Cup winners medal in his
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A Donegal deputy has asked why the west of Ireland is treated as second-class citizens. Deputy Pádraig MacLochlainn says that last week, a pyrite remediation scheme for Dublin was rightfully implemented for almost 3,000 families in Dublin whose homes were defective as a result. The scheme offers 100% redress. Deputy MacLochainn questioned the Taoiseach in
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Three people were arrested with suspected drugs seized in Strabane yesterday evening. It happened over two separate incidents. All have been bailed to allow for further enquiries. Firstly, Police found suspected Class B drugs and drug-related paraphernalia following the search of a vehicle. A man was then arrested and bailed to allow for further enquiries.
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Residents and businesses in Rathmullan are told they may be without water until tomorrow afternoon. Repair work is underway to rectify a burst water main. Creevery Upper, Creevery Lower, and Ballyboe Cottages may be impacted. The works will last until 2 o’clock tomorrow.
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A group of GPs in Milford have written to Donegal County Council concerning the urgent need for a pedestrian footpath along the R245 between the Mulroy Woods hotel and LIDL in Milford. The Mulroy Woods hotel has been used as accommodation for refugees and international protection applicants since 2022. Dr. Muhammed Moazzam Gulzar was speaking
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22-year-old Joe Kelly has received the second nomination for the 2025 Billy Coleman Award for Young Rally Driver of the Year Award, for the period of June to October. Kelly has been contesting the Irish and UK Stellantis Rally Cup and the Junior British Rally Championship this season in a Peugeot 208 Rally4. The Donegal
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A new €32 million project launched by Uisce Éireann and NI Water aims to address water pollution in multiple counties in the north west including Donegal. This marks a new cross border approach to water maintenance. The project, named Water Enhancements through Sustainable Treatments or WEST, is supported by EU PEACEPLUS funding. It has been
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After drawing 0-0 with Paraguay to top Group J yesterday, Ireland will now face Canada in a last 32 clash at the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar. Finn Harps duo Gavin McAteer and Josh Cullen both started yesterday’s game, while goalkeeper Corey Sheridan was on the bench. If Colin O’Brien’s side advance against Canada,
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The Republic of Ireland under-17s rounded off the group stages of the World Cup with a scoreless draw against Paraguay in Qatar. That point was enough for Colin O’Brien’s side to emerge as winners of Group J. Finn Harp’s Duo Gavin McAteer and Josh Cullen started today’s game while Corey Sheridan was also part of
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Uisce Éireann has announced improvement works for Glencolmcille, where 300 old water mains are marked for replacement. It is under the National Leakage Reduction Programme, in a bid to service the area with a more reliable water supply. Crews will be carrying out these works along the R230 and L5055 with traffic lights in place
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A court hearing was held in Belfast today in relation to the long delayed A5 road project. The Friends of Earth and the Department of Agriculture have been granted intervener status in the appeal. The Enough is Enough Campaign also has this status, to act as a voice for the families of victims who have
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Vandalism caused to a war memorial display in the Fountain area of Derry is being treated as a sectarian hate crime. Police have launched an investigation into the theft and criminal damage. It occurred sometime over the weekend. The PSNI are calling on the public who can assist with inquiries to come forward.
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An investigation has been launched after fireworks were lit and put in the letterbox of a home in Ballybofey. Gardaí say they’re thankful that the damage was not as bad as it could have been. Garda Grainne Doherty made this appeal for information on this morning’s Nine ‘til Noon Show:
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Some district courts are still allowing drivers to dodge convictions for penalty points offences by making a charitable donation. That’s despite a 2014 ruling that the practice is inappropriate. Between January 2022 and this September, 480 penalty point road traffic offences were struck out. Susan Gray, Founder and Chairperson of Parc Road Safety Group, says
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The window and front door of a home in Lifford were broken on Wednesday night last. At around 10pm, the criminal damage incident occurred in Croghan Heights. Gardaí are now seeking out information, particularly dashcam footage from around that time.
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A house window was smashed in Killygordon in the early hours of this morning. Between 5:30am and 6am, the incident happened in An Clairin housing estate. Gardaí are asking for witnesses to get in touch, particularly those who observed a man in foot in that area between those times.
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A home in Donegal Town was ransacked between 8pm on Monday the 3rd of November, and 8 o’clock the following evening in what Gardaí are investigating as a burglary. It occurred on Upper Main Street. The back door and an internal door were smashed; however, nothing was stolen. Those with information are asked to contact
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Businesses are growing frustrated due to the level of active travel works that are in progress. That’s according to the Letterkenny Chamber, who say they are formally expressing their concerns in about the disruptions in the run up to the festive season. President Jimmy Stafford is calling for improved co-ordination, communication and supports for the retailers
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A reservoir interruption may cause supply disruptions to Glen Village, Kill, Glenree, Creevagh, Drumreen, Ballyohagan, Carrigart and surrounding areas. Works are scheduled to take place until 4pm this afternoon.
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Pre-construction works have begun on the 58MW Drumnahough Wind Farm. Full construction is due to begin in the coming weeks. The wind farm will be located 13km outside Letterkenny and represents a €120 million investment from SSE and FuturEnergy Ireland. The project will consist of 12 wind turbines, along with an associated substation and access
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St Mary’s National School in Lifford has praised the Picker Pals programme, after previously taking part. This year, 47 classrooms across Donegal will join the initiative, which encourages children and their families to pick up litter in their local communities. Each week, a pupil takes home the Picker Pack and returns to school to share
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The people of Donegal are told to Be Bright, Be Seen, Be Safe as the dark evenings get underway. Donegal County Council and the Donegal Road Safety Working Group have launched the campaign for walking, running, or cycling. Main points include wearing fluorescent and reflective gear and for drivers to use dipped headlights during the
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A local road near Letterkenny will be blocked today and tomorrow for resurfacing works. The L-1014-3 will be closed from the junction with the L-1024-1 for a distance of 1400m in Kirkneedy between 8.00am and 5pm. Traffic travelling towards Drumkeen and Lenalea will will be diverted via Letterleague, Listack, Corravaddy, Breen & Legland.
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What a year it has been for Naomh Conaill’s Finnbarr Roarty! At the weekend he was named as the PWC GAA GPA Young Footballer of the Year. To look back on the memorable year – which saw some super performance for both club and county – he gave his thoughts to Brendan Devenney on
This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney is joined by Young Footballer of the Year and All Star Finbarr Roarty,Erne Gaels and New Fermanagh boss Declan Bonner plus Loughmacrory coach Luke Barret and Donegal and Noamh Conaill legend John Gildea. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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A third bird flu outbreak has been recorded in a turkey flock over the last two weeks. The virus was spotted in the birds in Clontibret, Monaghan after previous outbreaks in Carlow and Meath. Restriction zones have been established around the affected holding, with a 3 kilometre protection zone and 10 kilometre surveillance zone in
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Police are at the scene of a serious collision in Limavady. They say the Boleran Road is currently closed. Local diversions are in place. No further information is available at this time.
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Ryanair has announced fast-track security access for passengers travelling via City of Derry Airport. The airline has launched its winter schedule in the Northwest, which includes a link between Derry and Manchester. The service will operate on Monday, Friday, and Saturday throughout the winter season, serving the local catchment area in Derry City and Strabane,
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Sheep farmers in Donegal are set to benefit from increased support, as new funding has been announced under the National Sheep Welfare Scheme. €2.7 million has been allocated to over 2,900 sheep farmers in the county. The funding is aimed at supporting farmers in producing better-quality animals while improving animal welfare conditions. The payment rate
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€25,000 has been assigned to see the improvement of outdoor swimming facilities in Donegal. Minister for Public Health and Wellbeing, Jennifer Murnane O’Connor today announced that swimming spots at Culdaff, Portsalon, Rossnowlagh, Magheroarty and Killybegs will benefit. The money will provide new swim shelters, handrails, access ladders, safety notice boards, beach wheelchairs, and safety buoys
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Police are investigating a homophobic hate crime after two men were attacked on the Peace Bridge in Derry on Saturday night. It is reported that the incident happened at around half past eleven, when the two men had made their way to the bridge and were assaulted in its vicinity. One of the victims sustained
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Donegal U21 Football Championship Results – Sunday 09/11/25 Sean Mac Cumhaills 1-09 – 1-10 Dungloe Cloughaneely 1-09 – 1-09 Malin Kilcar 0-09 – 1-08 Killybegs Na Dúnaibh/Downings 1-21 – 0-09 St Michael’s Bundoran 1-22 – 1-22 Na Rossa
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Newbridge will play Erne Gaels in the Ulster Senior Club Semi-Final in two weeks time. The Derry SFC Winners defeated Madden of Armagh by six points this afternoon to book their spot in the last four. After the game, Newbridge player Mark McGrogan told Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life he was “buzzing” to progress
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Derry SFC Champions Newbridge will play Scotstown in one semi-final of the Ulster Senior Club Football Championship thanks to an 18 points to 10 win over Madden of Armagh this afternoon. Michael McMullan was at the Box-IT Athletics Grounds and reported live for Highland Radio Sport at full time… Kilcoo will play Declan Bonner’s
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Glenullin have progressed to the semi-final stage of this year’s Ulster Intermediate Club Football Championship. The Tyrone champions eased to a 4-16 t0 2-08 win over Sarsfields this afternoon. After the game, Glenullin boss Michael O’Kane spoke to Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life and said he was delighted to reach the last four..
The Ulster Cross Country Novice & Uneven Age Championships took place at Finn Valley this morning. With news on that, plus the huge news of Caitriona Jennings breaking a world-record in the 100-Mile race, here’s Highland’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonigle…
Burt will play Lavey in next weekend’s Ulster Junior Club Hurling Final after a 1-15 to 1-09 win over Con Magees of Antrim at Celtic Park this afternoon. After today’s win, Burt manager Enda McDermott told Chris Ashmore his team made hard work of it… Liam McKinney got Burt’s goal today and was their
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Brian McCormick Sports Premier Division Fanad United 3-1 St Catherines FC Keadue Rovers 3-3 Donegal Town Kildrum Tigers 1-2 Letterkenny Rovers Kilmacrennan Celtic 4-3 Glenea United (Played on Saturday evening) Temple Domestic Appliance D1 Cappry Rovers 6-2 Gweedore United Gweedore Celtic 3-1 Castlefin Celtic Kerrykeel 71 5-3 Convoy Arsenal Rathmullan Celtic 2-2 Milford United
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Naomh Conaill were beaten 2-16 to 0-16 by Scotstown in this afternoon’s Ulster Senior Club Football Championship Quarter-Final in Clones. Two first-half goals from the Monaghan champions set the pace and Naomh Conaill couldn’t edge their way back into the game after being 2-10 to 0-06 down at the break. After the game, the Donegal
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Burt have beaten Con Magees of Antrim by 1-15 to 1-09 in the Ulster Junior Club Hurling Championship Semi-Final at Celtic Park in Derry this afternoon. The result means Burt will contest the provincial final against Lavey of Derry next weekend. Chris Ashmore has the full time report for Highland Radio Sunday Sport…
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Naomh Conaill have been well-beaten by Scotstown in this afternoon’s Ulster Senior Club Football Championship Quarter-Final in Clones. Having gone in at the break with a commanding 2-10 to 0-06 lead, the Monaghan Champions eased to a 2-16 to 0-16 victory to progress to the last four of the competition. Pauric Hilferty and Brendan Devenney
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Caitriona Jennings set a new women’s 100-mile world record at the 2025 Tunnel Hill 100 Mile with a time of 12 hours 37 minutes and 4 seconds. She eclipsed the previous record of 12:42:40, which was set by Camille Herron at the same event in 2017. The Letterkenny AC Athlete set the current Irish 50k
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Clonoe breezed past Saval on a score-line of 1-18 to 0-12 in last night’s Ulster Intermediate Club Football Championship clash in Omagh. A strong first-half was the foundation for a big win for Kevin Madden’s side. Madden told Francis Mooney getting a stronghold around the middle of the pitch was the key to taking control
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Kilcoo defeated Tyrone’s Loughmacrory by 0-16 to 0-11 in Omagh last night to advance to the semi-final stage of the Ulster Senior Club Championship. The Down Champions will now face Declan Bonner’s Erne Gaels of Fermanagh in the last-four. After last night’s win, Kilcoo boss Martin Corey told Francis Mooney it was a “tricky assignment”
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First-time Tyrone SFC Champions Loughmacrory have been knocked out of the Ulster Senior Club Championship at the hands of Kilcoo of Down. Loughmacrory gave a good account of themselves but were beaten by Ulster giants Kilcoo on a score-line of 0-16 to 0-11. After the game, the Tyrone side’s manager Marty Boyle told Francis Mooney
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It was a successful night for Donegal at Friday night’s GAA PwC All-Star Awards at the RDS in Dublin. Finnbarr Roarty picked up the “Young Footballer Of The Year” Award along with his first All-Star, while there were also All-Stars for Michael Murphy, Michael Langan and Brendan McCole. Highland’s GAA Analyst Brendan Kilcoyne joined Ciaran
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