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Gardai and emergency services at scene of fire in Meenanillar area
Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a fire in the Meenanillar area of Donegal. The fire is believed to have broken out at a caravan on Factory Road at around 3pm this afternoon. No further information is available at this time.
Bleach thrown over man in Coleraine
A man has been arrested after bleach was thrown over another man in the Coleraine area this afternoon. Police say the man arrested is in custody and helping them with enquiries. They are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Shots fired at house in Derry
Investigations are underway in Derry after what police have described as a ‘brazen and reckless attack’ during which shots were fired at a house last night. Two masked men were seen fleeing Rosskeen Park after gun shots were heard in the area at around 10:40pm. Damage was caused to the front door and inner door …
Two men jailed today under Terrorism Act in Derry
Two men have today been sentenced at Derry Magistrates Court for offences committed under The Terrorism Act 2000. The investigation centred on the painting of a masked snowman mural in the city last year. 22 year old Jordan Devine was sentenced to three months imprisonment for wearing clothing, or having article(s) as a member or …
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New car registrations up 3.28% in Donegal
There’s been over a 3% increase in the number of new car registrations in Donegal between January and July when compared to the same period last night. 2,205 new cars were registered in the county in the first seven months of the year, that’s up from 2,135 in 2022. According to the Society of the …
Woman in 80s forced to wait over a day for care at LUH
Millions are being wasted in the health system. That’s according to a woman in her 80s who has been waiting over a day at the Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital to receive care. Noreen, told today’s Nine til Noon Show that she presented at the ED yesterday morning, she was triaged at around 3pm …
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Last month possibly wettest July on record
Met Eireann says July 2023 was over four times wetter than July 2022. Last month is provisionally the wettest July on record in Ireland. Met Eireann says October 2022 and March of this year are also the wettest recorded of those months. A weather station in Dublin’s Phoenix Park broke an 82 year old rainfall …
MacLochlainn claims minister is walking away from his responsibility for firefighters
A Donegal Deputy is calling on Minister Darragh O’Brien to stop walking away when it comes to his responsibilities for retained firefighters. Last Wednesday, strike action resumed. Retained firefighters are picketing outside of the Milford and Ballyshannon stations today. Deputy Padraig MacLochlainn says the working conditions are outrageous…….
Gardai and family of missing man extremely concerned for his welfare
Gardai and the family of a missing Donegal man are extremely concerned for his welfare. 74 year old Daniel McLaughlin was last seen at his home in Quigley’s Point in or around July 7th. He is described as being 6 foot in height with a slim build, grey hair, blue eyes and wears glasses. Sergeant …
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Consultation opens on next phase of PEACEPLUS programme
The development of a PEACEPLUS Local Community Action Plan for Donegal is a step closer after Donegal County Council confirmed this week it’s now moving on to Stage 3 of the process. This will involve a further public consultation, before the final plan is finalised and submitted by December. Donegal County Council says the Plan, …
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Police investigating alleged scratch card theft in Derry
Police in Derry are urging business owners to be vigilant after reports of the theft of scratch cards from two shops over the weekend. Both incidents are believed to have occurred in the Galliagh area; the first shortly before midday yesterday and the second just before 8pm last night. As enquiries continue, police are appealing …
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Health Minister sets out plans for reorganisation of HSE
The Health Minister has set out plans for the reorganisation of the Health Service Executive. Cabinet has given the green light to the move, which will see the establishment of six health regions. The move will see Donegal merge with five other counties, creating an area that is broadly in line with the area served …
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Beltany Road clear following earlier collision
The PSNI say the Beltany Road in Omagh, is now clear, following an earlier three vehicle road traffic collision in the area. Lengthy tailbacks were reported stretching as far back as Newtownstewart.
Dublin crowned All-Ireland Senior Football champions 2023
Dublin have won the 2023 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship after defeating Kerry 1-15 to 1-13 in Croke Park on Sunday evening. Kerry led Dublin 1-04 to 0-06 at half time thanks to a Paul Geaney goal just before the break but Paddy Small’s second half goal helped the Dubs edge in front to make …
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Success for Donegal athletes in final day of National Senior Championships
It’s the final day of the National Senior Championships at Morton Stadium in Dublin. Brendan Boyce of Finn Valley AC won silver in the 10km walk in a time of 41 minutes and 49.10 seconds. In the Senior Women 5000m Rosin Flanagan secured the silver medal for Finn Valley A.C, with a time of 15 …
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Brigade wins North West Senior Cup
Brigade has won the North West Senior Cup after defeating Newbuildings in Eglinton today. It ended Newbuildings 178 & 114/9, Brigade 233/6 & 40/2. Brigade takes the win by 8 wickets.
Matthew McLaughlin wins Danny McDaid 15km
Matthew McLaughlin from Foyle Valley A.C. has won the Danny McDaid 15km, he came in on a time of 50 minutes and 42 seconds. Shane O Donnell of Rosses A.C. came 2nd, running a time of 51 minutes and 19 seconds. Shortly after Letterkenny A.C. runner Phillip McHugh finished 3rd in a time of 52 …
Gold for Sommer Lecky at National Senior Championships
The National Senior Championships are taking place this weekend in Morton Stadium, Dublin. Sommer Lecky of Finn Valley AC won Gold in the Senior Women High Jump with an impressive 1.80m jump. Conall Mahon (Tír Chonaill A.C.) got silver in Senior Men Triple Jump, Janine Boyle from Finn Valley A.C. came third in the 200m …
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Naomh Padraig Muff win play-off and are promoted to Division 2
Naomh Padraig Muff will be playing in the Marley Coaches Division 2 of the All-County League next season. In the promotion/relegation play-off at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny, Naomh Padraig Muff defeated Burt 3-07 to 2-06 on Saturday evening. Burt are now relegated and will play in the YES Chief Division 3 in next seasons All-County …
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Browne McMonagle in the frame at Gowran Park
Donegal’s Dylan Browne McMonagle had two winners, a second and a third at Gowran Park. Having been second on Designer Cailin and third on Goldana, he was on board the 2/1 favourite Lady Lunette for trainer RP Cody and duly obliged in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies and Mares Maiden over one mile. In …
Ireland & UK look set to host Euro 2028
Ireland and the UK’s bid to host Euro 2028 as it is set to be unopposed. It’s after UEFA confirmed Turkey and Italy had requested to merge their bids for the 2032 competition. Dublin’s Aviva Stadium and the reconstructed Casement Park in Belfast are the two Irish stadiums that are included in the bid to …
“It’s a special Brandywell night” – Higgins and players react to European win
Derry City boss Ruaidhrí Higgins was full of praise for his players – and the backing of the Brandywell faithful – as Derry City were good value for their 2-1 Europa Conference Qualifier against Finnish side KuPS. Speaking to Martin Holmes at the a post-match press conference, he said it was a brilliant win. Derry …
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Retained firefighters to return to picket lines today
2,000 retained firefighters across the country are returning to the picket lines today. They’re resuming strike action after voting to reject a Labour Court recommendation on pay and working hours, but will cover life-threatening emergencies. SIPTU says local authorities have refused to agree an emergency cover plan during the work stoppages, and accused them of …
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Taoiseach says cost of living and income tax measures will be included in Budget
There will be measures in the Budget to help with the cost of living and to reduce income tax. The Taoiseach insists both will form part of the package due to be announced in October. Leo Varadkar says cutting income tax has been a long-term plan they started back in 2014:
Emerald Airlines pilots to escalate industrial action
Emerald Airlines pilots have announced an escalation of industrial action as of tomorrow. The company operates regional flights on behlaf of Aer Lingus including between Donegal and Dublin. The ongoing industrial action is in response to the airline’s failure to engage with IALPA to form a collective labour agreement for pilots. Pilots have been engaged …
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McSharry books place at Paris Olympics
Mona McSharry has booked her place at the Paris Olympics. The Sligo swimmer – who has been a member of the Marlins Swim club in Ballyshannon for many years – won her 100-metres Breaststroke heat at the World Championships in Japan overnight. McSharry’s new Irish record time of 1-minute 5.55 seconds was enough to seal …
Hockey: Witherow part of Irish squad that thump Czech Republic
Donegal’s Luke Witherow was among the substitutes as Ireland closed the first day of the European Hockey Championships II in Abbotstown with a big 9-0 win over the Czech Republic. Ireland are hoping to secure a spot in a qualification tournament for next years Olympics due to take place in January in either Valencia in …
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Reaction – Derry City goalkeeper makes debut
Tadhg Ryan made his debut in goals for holders Derry City in Sunday’s FAI Cup first round 3-0 defeat of Division One side Athlone Town. He was well pleased with the way things went, as he told Martin Holmes. Martin also got the thoughts of the influential and hugely experienced Patrick McEleney who spoke about …
“We got there in the end” – Higgins reflects on FAI Cup win
Derry City boss Ruairdhri Higgins believes his side are in a good place with a strong squad as they prepare now for more European action later this week following their FAI Cup first round win over Athlone Town at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium on Sunday. City beat the Division One side 3-0, with Brandon …
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Superbikes: Impressive performances from Irwin and Kerr
Kilmacrennan’s Rhys Irwin notched up his second win of the season in the British Superbikes at Brands Hatch. Irwin is now only six points off the championship leader heading into round seven at Thruxton in 2 weeks time, and has everything to race for. Rhys took an early lead riding a brave race to hold …
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Big win for Inishowen over 50s at National 10 Mile
The Inishowen over 50s made it four gold wins from four this year after taking top spot at the National 10 Mile in Phoenix Park, Dublin on Sunday. Pauric McKinney got gold in the over 55s while Martin McLucas won silver. Martin Kerr took the silver medal in the over 70s.
Rhys Irwin – “Best year of my life” after win at BSB
Rhys Irwin 4th consecutive podium finish ended with a win, he was competing at the British Supersport Championship on Sunday afternoon. This now leaves the Kilmacrennan man 16 points shy of the lead in the championship with a grid of over 30 bikes.
All County League Results 22nd & 23rd July 2023
Division 1 Malin 0-09 v 0-12 St Eunan’s Division 2 Letterkenny Gaels 0-04 v 1-17 Dungloe Four Masters 1-16 v 4-06 Noamh Columba Glenswilly 0-08 v 0-12 Buncrana Naomh Brid 2-04 v 2-08 Burt Noomh Muire LR 0-10 v 3-13 Termon Fanad Gaels 1-09 v 0-14 Red Hughs Letterkeny Gaels and Naomh Brid are relegated, …
Successful weekend for Donegal athletes at National Juveniles
Donegal athletes were competing this weekend at the National Juveniles in Tullamore, Co Offlay. Oisin Gillespie of Na Rosses AC won the u15 Boys High Jump with a jump of 1.68m and Stephen Slevin from Finn Valley AC got the bronze in the high jump. It was Silver for Hannah Murray of Finn Valley AC …
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Donegal Masters into Shield Final after strong win over Antrim
Donegal Masters are into the Shield Final after beating Antrim Masters 0-14 to 0-05 in MacCumhaill Park on Saturday afternoon. The final score line didn’t reflect the full game as coming into the second half it was 5 points to 3 in Donegal’s favour. In the second half the home side pulled away towards …
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FAI Cup: Early goals proves costly as Cockhill Celtic lose to Bray
Ulster Senior League champions Cockhill Celtic found SSE Airtricity League First Division side Bray Wanderers just too hot to handle as they were soundly beaten 3-1 in their Sports Direct FAI Cup first round tie at the Charlie O’Donnell Sports Grounds in Buncrana. Although Cockhill started on a positive note, Bray enjoyed a purple patch …
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Keith Cowan on Harps FAI Cup win – “Those are tricky encounters”
Finn Harps are through to the next round of the FAI Senior Cup after beating Leinster Senior League side Kilbarrack United 1-0. Harps winning goal came on the 23 minute from Max Hutchinson. Speaking to Oisin Kelly, Finn Harps player Keith Cowan commented on how junior league sides “will put it up to you” …
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Cameron McJannet – “Brilliant to get it over the line”
Derry City have knocked HB Torshavn out of the Europa Conference League Qualifiers, winning 1-0 in The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium on Thursday night. This now sets up a home clash with current Finnish top of the table side KuPS. next Thursday. After the match Candystripes captain Cameron McJannet said it was “Brilliant to …
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21/1 double for Luke McAteer at Leopardstown
Donegal Jockey Luke McAteer had a 21/1 double on Thursday evening at Leopardstown. His first win came on Special Wan, winning at 10/3 for trainer Patrick Foley and that was followed by a victory on the James Bolger trained 4/1 shot Teorie. It brings McAteer’s win total to 14 for the year.
New Tusla premises opened in Buncrana
A new Tusla premises has been officially opened in Buncrana within the new Primary Care Centre in the town. The launch was attended by Dr. Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children who commended the environment of the building. Office spaces for staff will be provided, as well as meeting, interview and conference room facilities and state …
Donegal Minor Ladies in All-Ireland semi-final this evening
The All-Ireland Ladies Minor C Football Championship semi-final takes places this Wednesday evening between Donegal and Leitrim. The venue is Lisnaskea Emmett’s ground in Linsnaskea, Co. Fermanagh, with a 7.30 pm throw-in. The other semi-final sees Westmeath taking on Waterford.
Replays to return in Tyrone club championship games
Replays are back in the Tyrone Championships following a decision by the CCC to end its finish-on-the-day protocol, but only after the first round. Extra-time and penalties have been deployed for the last three seasons. The Red Hand series maintains its traditional straight knock-out format, one of just a few counties in Ireland to do …
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Ireland’s opponents in first game are “world class” – Amber Barrett
Republic of Ireland striker Amber Barrett says that Australia are “world class”. The Irish face the Aussies in their opening game of the Women’s World Cup in Sydney on Thursday. The game starts at 11.00 am Irish time. Meanwhile, influential midfielder Denise O’Sullivan will start tomorrow. The influential player injured her calf in last week’s …
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Ours To Protect – Thomas Elllis, Donegal Bees 18/07/23
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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Official opening of Community Inclusion Dungloe Hub in Donegal today
The Minister for Disabilities, Anne Rabbitte will officially open the Community Inclusion Dungloe Hub today. The facility provides a HSE-run Day Service for school leavers and young adults with intellectual disabilities in the Rosses, Dungloe and surrounding areas. It aims to help adults build independence, set personal goals and support them to live their …
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Child Law Project shows concern for lack of services
A nine year old boy from Dublin was placed into a care setting the North West on 48 hours notice. It’s one of the of the examples given in the latest Child Law Project report. Judge Dermot Simms wrote to Ministers and State bodies to draw attention to the placement of children in unsuitable accommodation. …
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All County League Results 15th & 16th July 2023
Division 1 Gaoth Dobhair 1-09 v 1-10 St Eunan’s Downings 1-04 v 3-12 Aodh Ruadh BS Malin 0-09 v 1-06 Sean Mac Cumhaill Kilcar 0-14 v 1-06 Glenfin Cloughaneely 4-10 v 1-06 Killybegs Coughaneely and Killybegs are relegated to division 2 meanwhile Glenfin will either play Buncrana or Dungloe in the relegation-promotion play off. …
