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Donegal International Rally highlights to feature on a number of TV channels this week

  Highlights from this year’s Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally will be on television this week. TG4 will have a programme on Saturday at 11.00 am while BT Sports will have packages on a number of its channels from tomorrow. Coverage will be as follows: TG4 08/07/23 @ 11:00am BT Sports 4 06/07/23 @ 01:00 …

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Fr Shaun Doherty talks to Greg Hughes on leaving radio and joining the Priesthood

Fr Shaun Doherty sat down with Greg Hughes on this morning’s Nine ’til Noon Show to reflect on his journey through the years to becoming a priest. In their conversation they travel back to Fr. Doherty’s roots in Stoke-on-Trent, his broadcasting career and his feelings on becoming ordained. While speaking, Fr Doherty expressed his gratitude …

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Investigation underway after burglary at Carndonagh Business Park

Gardaí are investigating a burglary that occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning, last week. The burglary took place in the Business Park, Carndonagh at approximately 3.55am. A brick was used to smash the side door of the building and a quantity of confectionary was stolen. Gardaí appeal to anyone who may have been …

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Gardaí investigate theft of a number of tools in Letterkenny area

Gardaí in Letterkenny are investigating a theft which occurred between midnight and 1am on Wednesday morning the 28th of June. The theft took place on the Neil T Blaney road where a number of tools were reported stolen. The stolen items included a Belle orange wacker plate, a yellow rock breaker and a Stihl orange/white …

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Finn Valley athlete selected to represent Ireland at the 2023 European U23 Championships

Athletics Ireland has selected a team of 32 athletes to compete at the 2023 European U23 Championships in Finland from 13th to 16th July. And on the team will be Finn Valley AC’s Sean McGinley who will compete in the 3,000 metres Steeplechase. At the weekend he was second in the national under-23 men’s steeplechase. …

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Letterkenny Community Soccer Festival quarter-finals begin on Tuesday

Letterkenny Community Centre in conjunction with the Brewery Bar and the Letterkenny Celtic No. 1 Supporters Club, is hosting an 11-a-aside Community Soccer Festival. The first of the quarter-finals is on Tuesday with Glencar Celtic facing Swilly Rovers Reserves at 8pm The other quarter finals see Swilly Rovers against Finn Harps veterans on Wednesday at …

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Athletics: Donegal success at Junior & U23 Championships – plus victory for Mark English

Donegal athletes had a number of notable successes at the 123.ie National Junior and Under-23 Championships in Tullamore on Sunday. European Under-18 silver medallist Fintan Dewhirst of Tir Chonaill AC took gold in the Under-20 400m hurdles. Letterkenny AC’s Ryan Canning won the under-23 400m hurdles gold. Finn Valley AC’s Amy Greene won the Junior …

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FT Report: Dublin beat Mayo for last semi final spot

  Dublin are through to the All-Ireland football semi-finals. Colm Basquel scored both goals in a comprehensive 2-17 to 11 points win over Mayo at Croke Park. Dessie Farrell’s side produced a strong second half display, having led by 1-6 to eight points at half-time. Aisling O’Reilly reports from Croke Park..    

“It’s the best feeling in the world” – Ciara Grant looks forward to the Women’s World Cup

Donegal’s Ciara Grant is one of the most experienced players in the Republic of Ireland squad which is preparing for the Women’s World Cup in Australia later this month. The Letterkenny native, who plays here club football with Hearts, has been speaking about what it means to be heading to the tournament, her career, the …

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Magee and Ryan lose out in badminton quarter-finals at European Games

There was no joy for Donegal’s Josh Magee and Clare’s Moya Ryan in the Badminton quarter-finals at the European Games. They were beaten by their Dutch opponents number two seeds Robin Tabeling and Serena Piek  21-8, 21-6. Last night, Magee and his teammate Paul Reynolds were beaten in the quarter finals against the Danish opposition …

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Donegal GAA begins search for new Senior Football Manager

The Donegal GAA are now inviting expressions of interest from potential candidates, interested in becoming the next Dún na nGall GAA Senior Football Team Manager. The closing date for expressions is 5.00pm on Friday the 21st of July, 2023. Expressions of interest should be sent by email only to secretary.donegal@gaa.ie. Enquiries beyond the deadline may …

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Highland Radio, Donegal, Letterkenny, Hospital, Trolleys

Dail told endocrinology crisis at LUH must be addressed

The Dail has been told it’s vital that Health Minister Stephen Donnelly becomes directly involved in the campaign for proper endocrinology services at Letterkenny University Hospital. Deputy Thomas Pringle told TDs that six years after the then Health Minister Simon Harris announced a second endocrinologist for the hospital, not only has that appointment never been …

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New boardwalk, beach wheelchair and mobility walker launched at Portsalon beach

New boardwalk, beach wheelchair and Age Friendly mobility walker launched at Magherawarden’s Blue Flag beach in Portsalon. The former Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Liam Blaney at the official launch says the project will make a remarkable contribution towards facilitating equal enjoyment of the area’s magnificent beaches. He says the development of the boardwalk …

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Notable rise in theft of Japanese imported vehicles in Letterkenny – Gardai

There’s been a notable rise in the theft of Japanese imported vehicles within the Letterkenny District. That’s according to Gardai who are appealing for information after a silver Honda Jazz was found abandoned in the College Park area of Letterkenny in the early hours of Sunday morning. Upon investigation, it was established that there was …

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Car stolen overnight in Letterkenny

A car has been stolen overnight from the McMahon Villas area of Letterkenny. The white Nissan March, registration number ‘162 D 28892’ was taken between 1am and 5am this morning. Gardai say the vehicle has yet to be located and they are appealing for information.

Investigation ongoing into criminal damage incident at GAA Club in Milford

Gardai are appealing for information in connection with a criminal damage incident at a GAA Club in Milford. Entry was gained to the club on Moyle Road between 10pm on Monday night last and just before 11am the following morning. Those responsible proceeded to cover the kitchen area with various substances such as coffee, milk …

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Gardai concerned over increase in burglaries in Donegal

Gardai say there has been a worrying upsurge in burglaries in Donegal. A number of houses have been broken into in the county over the past week. Last night, a vulnerable resident disturbed an intruder in Letterkenny while properties in Carndonagh and Killybegs, including a derelict building were also targeted. Nothing was stolen from any …

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Two people arrested as Gardai continue to investigate assault at Slieve League

Gardai have confirmed that they are investigating an alleged assault at Slieve League. A major multi-agency operation was launched yesterday in the area and a house sealed off in Killybegs. A man aged in his 30s and a woman in her 20s, have been arrested in connection with the incident which occurred between Saturday and …

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Tyrone’s reward for beating Donegal is a quarter-final clash with Kerry – see the full draw

Tyrone’s reward for beating Donegal on Saturday evening is a trip to Croke Park next weekend to face All-Ireland champions Kerry. The quarter-final draw was made this morning and has produced some cracking ties. The full-draw is: Kerry v. Tyrone Armagh v. Monaghan Derry v. Cork Dublin v. Mayo. All four ties will be played …

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“County is doing something right” -Derry minor boss feels right structures are in place

  Derry are through to the All Ireland Minor Football Championship final after they beat Dublin 3-11 to 1-08. They will now take on Monaghan – who beat Kerry in their semi-final. Speaking after the game to Michael McMullan, Derry minor manager Damian McErlain felt that this victory shows again that the structures in place …

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Derry advance to All Ireland Minor Football Championship final

Derry will play Monaghan in the All Ireland Minor Football Championship final after they beat Dublin 3-11 to 1-08. Goals from James Sargent, Luke Grant and Cahir Spiers helped sealed the victory for the Ulster champions The Oakleaf county had to play the whole second half with 14 players after having their goalkeeper Jack McCloy …

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FT Report & Reaction as Bonagee United Ladies reach FAI Amateur Cup final

Bonagee United Ladies are into the FAI Amateur Cup Final after they claimed an extra time win over Killester-Donnycarney on Sunday afternoon. The game finished 2-1 at Dry Arch Park. Killester-Donnycarney took the lead on 34 minutes with Naomi Flynn scoring before Ciana Brogan levelled the game and ensured the game would go to extra …

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Harry Findlay on his hopes and plans for Lifford Greyhound Stadium

Earlier this year, Lifford Greyhound Stadium reopened. Part of the consortium and the driving force behind the project is Harry Findlay, who is particularly well known in horse racing and greyhound circles. The joint owner of Denman who won the Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2008, Findlay is hugely passionate about sport and is one of …

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