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Pobal Scoil Gaoth Dobhair progress to FAI Schools Junior ‘B’ Boys National Cup Final

Pobal Scoil Gaoth Dobhair’s hunt for three-in-a-row continues as the school have progressed to FAI Schools Junior ‘B’ Boys National Cup Final. Having trailed 2-1 at half-time in this afternoon’s semi final against St. Killian’s DS, the Donegal school overturned the deficit to run out 5-2 winners thanks to two goals each from Cathal MacAoidh […]

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Gardai issue appeal to owners of vehicles seen in filling station at time of fatal Liscooley crash

In a renewed appeal for information on a fatal crash in Donegal last year, Gardai are seeking to identify the owners of two vehicles seen in a nearby filling station at the time of the collision. The fatal crash, involving two cars occurred at Liscooley near Castlefinn at around 10pm on Friday, November 22nd. Two

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Deputy Doherty accuses Taoiseach of taking advantage of the Irish language

The Taoiseach has been accused of taking advantage of the Irish language. A row broke out in the Dail earlier after the Taoiseach was accused of using Irish to break the Dail rules. In a debate about housing, Micheal Martin said, as Gaeilge, that the Sinn Fein leader was ‘telling lies’. Mary Lou McDonald took

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Police call for vigilance after man loses more than £200,000 in romance scam

Police in Northern Ireland are calling for vigilance after a man lost more than £200,000 in a romance scam. He says what happened him almost destroyed his life. Police are advising people to if speaking to someone on a dating app, always keep communication on the app, check the person’s social media profiles and profile

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Authorities are treating patients like numbers, not people – INMO

Nurses say authorities are treating hospital patients like numbers, not people. The INMO’s released its first ever ‘Behind the Trolley Numbers survey. Among the findings, 84% of nurses have treated patients in inappropriate settings in the past year, 72% have seen falls or delays with medications directly related to inappropriate care settings. INMO General Secretary

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NI’s First and deputy First Ministers to meet King Charles today

Northern Ireland’s First and deputy First Ministers are expected to meet the King at Windsor Castle outside London later. It’s reported the British monarch is hosting political leaders from the devolved nations for dinner. Michelle O’Neill – who is Northern Ireland’s first ever Republican First Minister – previously met King Charles when he visited Northern

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Government planning PR blitz to US for St Patrick’s Day

The Government is planning a PR blitz to the United States for St Patrick’s Day this year. The Taoiseach, Tanaiste and eight Ministers will travel to America. Government ministers will visit almost 40 locations across the world as part of the celebrations. The Tanaiste has confirmed he will head to New York and Philadelphia. Speaking

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Business Matters, Ep 231: Clare Ryan co-founder of ITUS Secure Technologies – plus .ie domain profile report

In this week’s programme, Chris Ashmore speaks with the co-founder of a cyber security company based in CoLab in Letterkenny who was on a recent trade mission to the United States, and also to the CEO of .ie the national registry for over 300,000 domain names.  First up we’ll hear from  Newtowncunningham based Clare Ryan,

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New stadium is the priority for Harps – no overnight hotel stays for long away trips

Finn Harps chairman Ian Harkin says he is confident that work on the €8 million new Finn Harps stadium will get underway again in earnest later this year with a view to playing in the new Donegal Community Stadium in Stranorlar in the 2027 season. His comments came at a press conference in Ballybofey ahead

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St. Pat’s win MacRory Cup – Willie McAteer: “Being back in a final was great – winning it is even better!”

Donegal man Willie McAteer has led St. Pat’s of Maghera to MacRory Cup glory after their 0-12 to 2-05 win over Abbey Vocational School of Donegal Town this afternoon. St. Pat’s had to endure a tough start as Abbey raised two early green flags, but the Maghera side held firm and came back from being

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Rodgers nets late winner for Donegal Ladies – James Daly & Katie Dowds reaction

Roisin Rodgers hit the net in the dying seconds for the Donegal Ladies as they defeated Monaghan by two points in the Lidl National Football League Division 2 in Lifford this afternoon. After the game, Highland’s Chris Ashmore caught up with the Donegal captain who said she was “in the right spot”…   Here’s Donegal

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Abbey manager Stuart McFadden: “At the end of the day, I’m super proud of the boys”

Abbey Vocational School came up short in their bid to win Ulster’s MacRory Cup this afternoon, going down by a single point to St. Pat’s of Maghera at Celtic Park in Derry. Two early goals helped the Donegal school into a 4-point lead at half time, but St. Pat’s chipped away at the scoreboard and

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League Of Ireland Preview Show With Declan Boyle, Keith Cowan & Joe Boyle

Former Finn Harps players Declan Boyle, Keith Cowan & Joe Boyle joined Ciaran Cannon on Highland Radio Sunday Sport this evening to preview the upcoming League Of Ireland season. Harps begin their First Division campaign away to Kerry, while Derry get their Premier Division season up and running with a trip to champions Shelbourne –

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Donegal Junior League Results – Sunday 09/02/25

BMC Premier Division: Fanad United 4-2 Gweedore Celtic Keadue Rovers 2-0 Rathmullan Celtic Kildrum Tigers 3-3 Kilmacrennan Celtic Swilly Rovers 0-5  Letterkenny Rovers   TDA Division One: Ballybofey United 1-0 Castlefin Celtic Cappry Rovers 1-1 Glenea United Cranford FC P-P Gweedore United Donegal Town 4-1 Milford United Lifford Celtic 1-6 Lagan Harps   Donegal Physiotherapy

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Kerry boss Jack O’Connor: “Donegal were a lot sharper than us”

Kerry manager Jack O’Connor has admitted Donegal were “a good bit sharper” than his side in yesterday’s Allianz National Football League Division 1 game in Killarney. Jim McGuinness’ team won 0-23 to 1-18 in what was just their second ever win in The Kingdom. After the game, O’Connor gave his thoughts to Tim Moynihan of

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Patsy McGonagle on “absolutely brilliant” Mark English performance in America

Highland Radio’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonagle has described Mark English’s record-breaking run last night as “absolutely brilliant”. The Finn Valley athlete took almost a second off his own Indoor 800m record in New York, setting a new Irish record in the process. McGonagle joined Ciaran Cannon on Sunday Sport this afternoon to discuss English’s achievement…

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Jim McGuinness says there is “still a good bit to work on” after victory over Kerry

Jim McGuinness has led Donegal to just their second ever victory in Kerry this afternoon as his side defeated The Kingdom on a score-line of 0-23 to 1-18 in Killarney. Even though the Glenties man was content with the win, he told Highland’s Brendan Devenney there is still a good bit to work on…

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Ryan McHugh & Colm McFadden react to Donegal’s win over Kerry: “We’re delighted we could get over the line”

Donegal’s Ryan McHugh was in good spirits as he played his part in Donegal’s 2-point win over Kerry in Killarney this afternoon. The Kilcar man had a fine game and opened the scoring with a 2-pointer early on, finishing with 5 points overall. McHugh told Highland’s Oisin Kelly he was “delighted we could get over

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Boxing: Delight for Dunfanaghy BC at Ulster Novice Championships

The Ulster Novice Championships 2025 took place at St. Patrick’s College, Banbridge this morning (Saturday). Odhran McGarry of Dunfanaghy defeated Lisburn’s Shea Scott 3-0 to claim the Boy 2 52kg title. A good day for Dunfanaghy continued as Cathal Russell defeated Ryan Magee in the 60kg section – The judges had it 3-0 in favour

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Donegal LGFA stalwart Hugh Devenney receives Volunteer Hall Of Fame Award at Croke Park

Hugh Devenney was presented with the Volunteer Hall Of Fame Award at Croke Park yesterday evening. Ladies Gaelic Football Association President Michael Naughton presented the Four Masters clubman with the award at the LGFA National Volunteer of the Year Awards at GAA Headquarters. Devenney first got involved with LGFA in Donegal over 30 years ago

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3km Run & Elite Invitational Mile to take place in Letterkenny on St. Patrick’s Day

The Michael Murphy Sports 3K and Elite Mile is taking place on St Patrick’s Day, March 17th. It’s the second year of the 3K but it’s a first on the roads of Letterkenny for the 1-Mile race. Top athletes will compete to break the legendary sub-4 minute mile barrier on the road and win a

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Talking Soccer – Big weekend ahead for Kildrum Tigers, Kilmacrennan Celtic & Aileach FC

In this week’s local soccer segment on The Score programme, Chris Ashmore caught up with a few clubs who have important fixtures this weekend. In the Donegal Junior League Brian McCormick Sports Premier Division, there are still four or even five sides still in contention for honours with almost half season to go for many

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Business Matters – Eps 230: Highland Radio Hospitality Awards, plus SMS Stoneworks

In this edition of Business Matters, Chris Ashmore speaks finds out more about the forthcoming Highland Radio Hospitality Awards with Sean Quinn, Head of Sales at the station. The shortlist has been decided and it looks all-set to be another sell-out on March 2nd in Jackson’s Hotel, Ballybofey. In the second part of the programme,

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Hurling: Donegal defeat Tyrone in Letterkenny – Micky McCann & Danny Cullen reaction

Donegal have defeated Tyrone on a score-line of 1-20 to 0-13 in the National Hurling League Division 2 at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny this afternoon. Chris Ashmore was there for Highland Radio Sunday Sport…   After the game, Donegal manager Micky McCann gave his thoughts to Chris…   Experienced Donegal player Danny Cullen says “it’s

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Stephen McGarry: “Donegal turned it on in the second half”

Tyrone manager Stephen McGarry praised Donegal’s second half performance in this afternoon’s Allianz National Hurling League Division 2 clash at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny. Having been just a point ahead at half time, Donegal ran out convincing 1-20 to 0-13 winners. McGarry told Highland’s Chris Ashmore Donegal “turned it on” in the second period…

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9th place finish for Letterkenny AC in Portugal – Teresa McDaid joins Highland Radio Sunday Sport

Letterkenny AC finished in 9th place overall at the European Club Cross Country Championships in Albufeira this morning. National Marathon and Cross Country Champion Anne Marie McGlynn put in a fantastic performance and was the first Irish woman home. Team Lead Teresa McDaid joined Ciaran Cannon on Highland Radio Sunday Sport and said the team

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Donegal Junior League Results – Sunday 02/02/25

Brian McCormack Sports Premier Division Bonagee United 0-1 Letterkenny Rovers Keadue Rovers 0-3 Kilmacrennan Celtic Kildrum Tigers 2-0 Fanad United   Temple Domestic Appliances Division One Donegal Town 1-2 Castlefin Celtic (Reversed)   Donegal Physiotherapy & Performance Division Two Letterbarrow Celtic 1-0 Dunkineely Celtic (Played on Sat) Drumoghill 6-2 Deele Harps Drumkeen Utd 0-0 Convoy

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Farrell agrees with McGuinness that extra substitute is necessity: “There definitely needs to be a re-think somewhere along the line”

Dublin manager Dessie Farrell has agreed with Jim McGuinness regarding the need for an extra substitute to be allowed following the introduction of the new rules. Farrell lost three players to hamstring strains in last night’s defeat to Donegal in Ballybofey, and, just like McGuinness, has called for option of using a sixth substitute to

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