St. Eunan’s defeated Termon 3-12 to 1-15 in last night’s thrilling Round 4 Donegal Senior Championship encounter at the Burn Road. It was a thrilling contest played in blustery conditions in front of a large crowd and filled with traditional championship spirit. Termon led 1-12 to 3-04 at the break but will feel they should […]
Glenfin defeated Ardara 5-17 to 2-16 in their Donegal Senior Football Championship Round 4 encounter yesterday evening. Although Glenfin almost squeezed into the preliminary quarter-finals, the big win wasn’t quite enough to pip Termon to 8th spot in the league standings and therefore Frank McGlynn’s side will contest the relegation play-offs along with St. Naul’s,
After Saturday night’s Round 4 fixtures in the Donegal Senior Football Championship, it has been confirmed that Glenfin, St. Naul’s, Ardara and Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon will contest the relegation play-offs in a bid to secure their status in the senior ranks for next season. Today, Dungloe take on Four Masters, Naomh Conaill play St. Michael’s,
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Donegal Senior Football Championship Results – Saturday 06/09/25 St Nauls 0-17 – 0-16 Downings Glenfin 5-17 – 2-16 Ardara Aodh Ruadh BS 3-12 – 4-14 Killybegs Termon 1-15 – 3-12 St Eunans The result’s have determined the bottom four placings and relegation play offs after the group stage. Glenfin (13th) will face Aodh Rua Ballyshannon
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Institute have beaten Warrenpoint by a goal to nil in the NIFL Championship at the Ryan McBride Brandywell this afternoon. Evan Tweed hit the winner with seven minutes of normal time remaining to give ‘Stute their 2nd win of the season. Peter Hutton’s side now sit 6th in the table after 5 games played. In
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Limavady have made it two wins from their opening two games in Ulster Championship 2 after a 20-8 victory over North-West rivals City Of Derry this afternoon. City Of Derry led 3-0 at half-time but the home side out-scored the visitors 3 tries to 1 in the second period to run out comfortable winners. Alec
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Matthew McCole has been beaten in the last 32 of the World Boxing Championships by the narrowest of margins in Liverpool this afternoon. The Dungloe native and Illies Golden Gloves fighter lost to Filipino fighter Ronald Chavez on a 3-2 split on the judges scorecards and has exited the competition. McCole qualified for the tournament
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After 85 minutes of action at Bishopsgate this evening, Finn Harps were on course to beat Longford Town and land themselves in the promotion play-off spots as Treaty were being held scoreless by UCD. Unfortunately, that wasn’t how the evening finished – Longford found an equaliser on 86 minutes and Treaty scored deep, deep into
“We’re disappointed we didn’t hold on, but it’s a tough place to come” – Kevin McHugh Read More »
Finn Harps and Longford Town have played out a 1-1 draw in the SSE Airtricity League First Division at Bishopsgate this evening. It was scoreless at half time after an entertaining end to the opening period saw the woodwork hit three times but neither side managed to get the breakthrough. The ever-impressive Hans Mpongo looked
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The annual Danny Gormley Knockalla Hill Climb will take place this weekend. Last year’s event was won by Conor Harvey as he pipped local man Kevin Gallagher by just 0.5 seconds in a battle of the Darrians. Brian Gibbons, one of the event organisers, spoke to Highland’s Oisin Kelly to look ahead to this weekend’s
The 2025 Donegal Youth Golf Finals will take place at Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club this Sunday starting at 2pm. Letterkenny G.C. will be hoping to defend their title against Buncrana G.C. in a repeat of last year’s final. Letterkenny defeated Dunfanaghy in their quarter-final and came through a very close encounter with Ballyliffin in
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Things are heating up in the Michael Murphy Sports Donegal Club Championships. This weekend sees Round 4 of the Senior & Intermediate competitions taking place with some important games across both Saturday and Sunday. Ryan Ferry, Sports Editor at the Donegal News, spoke to Highland’s Mark Gallagher on last night’s “The Score” programme to talk
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Finn Harps are back in action in the SSE Airtricity League First Division on Friday night. Kevin McHugh’s side travel to Bishopsgate to face Longford Town on the cusp of breaking into the promotion play-off spots. A win over Treaty United last week put Harps just one point off the play-offs as they have won
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On The Score this week, we look ahead to Finn Harps’ game on Friday away to Longford Town and get a preview of Ireland’s first World Cup Qualifier against Hungary with Joe Boyle. The Danny Gormley Knockalla Hillclimb is on this week – we speak with one of the event organisers Brian Gibbons. Plus, Donegal
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The World Amatuer Championships starts today in Liverpool. Donegal’s Matthew McCole who is making his first appearance at the world’s will opens his account on Saturday. There are 41 boxers in the M70kg category and it is the 2nd largest in the competition. Following yesterday evenings draw, Matthew has been given a bye to the
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A bumper field of almost 4000 runners are putting the finishing touches to their preparations for what will be the biggest ever Waterside Half Marathon this Sunday. Demand for places in the 42nd edition of the event has been at an all time high and the event fully sold out four months ago. Festival and
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Finn Harps FC have confirmed that goalkeeper Oisín Cooney has completed a move to English Premier League side Burnley FC. The deal, which does not involve an upfront transfer fee, includes a series of performance-related clauses linked to first-team appearances, along with a future sell-on percentage. Cooney is a graduate of the Finn Harps Academy,
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On Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore speaks with Kilcar native Rory Gallagher, singer, songwriter and business man, who now lives in the Canary Islands. His business journey has certainly seen plenty of twists and turns, from his days with the Revs and touring Europe and Australia to gigging and then setting up a bar
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Finn Valley AC athletes Sinead McConnell and Noreen Bonner were honoured by the Irish Master Athletics Association at the weekend. Noreen was recognised for her part in two new world records while Sinead was awarded the Walks Athlete of the Year. Noreen was part of an Irish team that clocked two new World W65 records
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Finn Harps have confirmed the departure Kevin Jordan. The defender has left Finn Park for Strabane Athletic who play at Intermediate level in the Northern Ireland League. Jordan first arrived at the Finn Harps Academy in 2022 from Buncrana Hearts. After an impressive season with the U19s he was promoted into the senior team in
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Greyhound Racing Ireland’s takeover of Lifford Greyhound Stadium has been described as a ‘face-saving’ exercise. As of last weekend, the stadium now operates under Greyhound Racing Ireland. It was announced last week that Lifford Greyhound Stadium will return to its original racing model as a privately operated track, under the remit of Greyhound Racing Ireland.
Derry City striker Sean Patton has joined League One club Reading on a permanent deal. The 19 year old from Drumkeen spent some time on loan at Finn Harps last season and made 10 appearances for Derry City in this campaign. He was on the bench for Friday night’s 2-2 draw with St Pat’s before
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An information event is taking place in Derry this week to disucss the regeneration of the historic Boomhall site. The masterplan for the site was presented to Derry City and Strabane District Council’s Environment and Regeneration Committee in June. Boomhall in Derry is a designated Historic Park, Garden and Demesne and includes the derelict remains
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This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney recaps the Donegal Hurling Finals with Niall Cleary & Colm Breathnach while Brendan also takes a look at key round four games in the Donegal senior football championship. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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Motorsport action returns to the northwest with the Donegal Forestry Rally, taking place on Saturday, 8th November. The event promises a thrilling day of competition with 64 competitive kilometres spread across five fast-flowing stages, all reported to be in fabulous condition. Proudly sponsored by McCafferty Bars, Donegal Town, the rally has already attracted strong interest
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The funeral of former Finn Harps Manager Ollie Horgan took place in Galway this afternoon. Hundreds of mourners, not along from Donegal and Galway, but from all over the country turned out to say farewell to one of the best known characters in footballing circles. Letterkenny’s Fr Ciaran Harkin delivered today’s Requiem Mass at the
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There’s been a huge jump in the number of electric vehicles registered in Donegal this year. According to the Society of the Irish Motor Industry, so far this year, 320 electric cars were registered in the county, up 72% when compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, the total number of new car registrations
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Gardai in Donegal are urging road users to be mindful as hedge cutting season commences. As of today, farmers and landowners are permitted to resume hedge cutting. Motorists are urged to drive with care and remain alert when travelling particularly on country roads as they say there is likely to be a visible increase in
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Gavin Dykes has paid tribute to Ollie Horgan. The former Finn Harps and Fanad United manager passed away on Thursday after a short illness. Dykes worked alongside Ollie as his assistant manager at Finn Harps in 2022. On Sunday Sport Gavin Dykes spoke with Ciaran Cannon and paid tribute to his friend of 27 years…
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Donegal will play Tyrone in the All Ireland Masters final in two weeks time. The Tir Chonaill men reached the decider after they beat Sligo 1-13 to 1-11 on Saturday afternoon. It was the second time the game had to be played as the sides finished level after extra time last week before the bad
Downings suffered their second defeat of the Donegal Senior Football Championship after losing out by two points to Naomh Conaill on Sunday afternoon. 0-18 to 2-10 was how it finished. St Nauls is the next team that Downing face and a win there could put them in contention to reach the knockout stages After the
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Naomh Conaill got their second win of this seasons Donegal Senior Football Championship thanks to a 0-18 to 2-10 victory over Downings. There was a strong wind around Downings this afternoon and Naomh Conaill used it to their advantage in the first half and led 0-14 to 2-00 at the break. The second half saw
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Donegal jockeys Luke McAteer and Dylan Browne McMonagle enjoyed success in Tipperary on Sunday afternoon. McAteer was first past the post on board the 25/1 shot Redemption Road for trainer David Marnane. Later in the afternoon Browne McMonagle won on the 3/1 shot Princess Child for trainer Joseph O’Brien.
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Naomh Conaill scored two late points to see off Downings in Round 3 of the Donegal Senior Football Championship. 0-18 to 2-10 was how it finished. Martin Regan’s side led 0-14 to 2-00 at the break but had Jeaic McKelvey sent off in the first half. Brendan Devenney and Maureen O’Donnell have the full time
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Senior Termon 2-06 v 0-11 Dungloe Aodh Rua 3-12 v 1-06 St Eunans Naomh Muire 1-08 v 1-10 Naomh Conaill Naomh Naille 0-04 v 2-12 Glenfin Intermediate Carndonagh 0-09 v 3-19 Downings Buncrana 0-06 v 1-07 Killybegs Ardara 4-11 v 1-05 Gaoth Dobhair Junior A Urris 6-12 v 0-09 Kilcar Glenswilly 1-04 v 6-19 Naomh
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Michael Murphy Sports Donegal Senior Football Championship Downings 2-10 V 0-18 Naomh Conaill Senior B Downings 1-04 v 5-23 Naomh Conaill
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Donegal Area Curragh Athletic 0-4 St Catherines Cappry Rovers 7-1 Dunkineely Celtic Drumkeen Utd 1-6 Donegal Town Ballybofey Utd 2-0 Letterbarrow Celtic Lifford Area Castlefin Celtic 4-1 Convoy Arsenal Drumoghill FC 2-2 Raphoe Town (Drumoghill win on Penalties) Kildrum Tigers 5-3 Lifford Celtic Gweedore Area Dunfanaghy Youths 1-10 Gweedore Celtic Kilmacrennan Celtic 5-1 Gweedore United
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Katie George Dunlevy and Linda Kelly are celebrating another World title after winning gold at the World Para-Cycling Championships Road Race. The pair finished 21 seconds ahead of Polish team in Belgium. The success follows off the back of the pair winning gold in the time-trial.
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Donegal Masters are into the All Ireland final after they beat Sligo 1-13 to 1-11 in their replayed game. The two sides finished level at the end of extra time last week before bad lighting called a halt to the game. This time round Paddy McNulty’s goal helped seal Donegal’s place in the decider where
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Setanta got their hands on the Donegal Senior Hurling Championship title on Saturday afternoon thanks to a 2-12 to 0-13 win over St Eunans. The sides went in at the break level at five points a piece before St Eunans took a four point lead midway through the second half but Setanta fought back with
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Setanta claimed their 19th Donegal Senior Hurling Championship title after a 2-12 to 0-13 win over St Eunans in O’Donnell Park. In a tight encounter, Setanta finished the game the stronger with Josh Cronolly McGee coming to the fore in the final 10 minutes. He scored 2-01 in the closing stages to help his side
A strong finish from Setanta saw them win the Donegal Senior Hurling Championship for the 19th time. The sides were locked level at five points a piece at the break. A strong final 10 minutes from Setanta and the Man of the Match Josh Cronolloy McGee who netted twice, saw them run out 2-12 to
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Mickey McCann will remain in charge of the Donegal hurlers for the year 2026. Donegal retained their Christy Ring status and were competitive in Division 2 this year. The Donegal manager Mickey McCann told Oisin Kelly he is fairly happy with the way things are going at the minute for Donegal hurling…
St Eunans are Donegal Intermediate Hurling champions for the first time in the clubs history after a seven point win over Dungloe. 0-13 to 0-06 was how it ended in O’Donnell Park. St Eunans captain Conor Neely spoke with Oisin Kelly after the game…
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St Eunans are Donegal Intermediate Hurling champions after they beat Dungloe 0-13 to 0-06. Dungloe started the brightest and led by 0-03 to no score but after that the Cathedral town side proved too strong and went on to win with ease. The title is St Eunans first for their intermediate side. Oisin Kelly and
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Dylan Browne McMonagle claimed another victory at The Curragh on Saturday afternoon. The Donegal jockey rode 100/30 shot Queen of Hawaii to victory for trainer Joseph O’Brien. It is win number 72 of the season for the Donegal jockey.
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Area 1 Letterkenny Rovers 1 v 0 Kilmacrennan Celtic Fanad United 5 v 1 Swilly Rovers Oldtown Celtic 6 v 5 Ramelton Mariners Milford United 2 v 4 Glencar Celtic Area 2 Erne Wanderers 4 v 5 St Catherines Cappry Rovers 4 v 2 Fintown Harps Copany Rovers 1 v 0 Donegal Town Area 3
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Limavady United came from behind to beat Institute in the NIFL Championship on Saturday afternoon. Aidan Hegarty gave Stute the lead before Matthew Walker levelled for Limavady. The game looked set to end as a draw but Phillip Lowry popped up with just minutes left on the clock to seal the three points for Limavady.
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Letterkenny Rugby Club claimed a victory on the road on Saturday afternoon in the Ulster Championship 2. They beat Monaghan 34-27. Tries from Jordan Mealiff, Daniel Faulkner, Jack Sayers, Cody Laverty and Adam Marley who got the all important try to win it for Letterkenny. Elsewhere in the Ulster Championship 2, City of Derry lost
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