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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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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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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Letterkenny Gaels created history on Saturday afternoon in O’Donnnell Park in the Donegal Junior Hurling final. Gaels beat Burt 3-18 to 0-05 to win the title. Which is the first time the club claimed silverware in the senior ranks of hurling. Letterkenny Gaels captain and Man of the Match, Donal Farrelly told Damien Dowds he
Oisin Orr was back in the winners enclosure on Friday night at Newcastle. Orr was first home on board the Richard Fahey trained Shamardal Star who went off as the 6/4 favourite. It is the second win this week for the Donegal jockey after he claimed victory in Ripon onboard Kind Touch, also trained by
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Donegal athletes Ellie Martin from Letterkenny and Alan Vaughan from Ballyshannon have made a strong start at the European Surf Lifesaving Championships in Poland, bringing home medals for Ireland on the opening day of beach events. The pair are competing as part of the Irish national team, led by coaches Paddy Bond (Ramelton) and Shaun
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A second-half fightback helped Derry City maintain their grasp on third place in the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division on Friday night. Full back Alex Bannon scored a brace, as the Candystripes earned a 2-all draw at home to St Pats. Tiernan Lynch said the sides character was once again tested: Alex Bannon who joined
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Finn Harps took their fourth win on the bounce as they beat Treaty United 1-0 at Finn Park on Friday evening. Mpongo was once again on target with his goal just before the half hour mark the decisive score. It was also an emotional evening at Finn Park as the club remembered former manager Ollie
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Derry City found themselves 2-0 down at home to St Pats on Friday night in the Premier Division but the Candystrips dug deep to level the tie which finished 2-2. Martin Holmes reports from the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium:
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Finn Harps remembered Ollie Horgan on Friday night at Finn Harps and also served up yet another victory as the Ballybofey side beat Treaty United 1-0. Diarmaid Doherty reports for Highland Radio Sport from Finn Park:
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The fixtures for Round 4 of the Michael Murphy Sports Senior Football Championships have been confirmed…
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Katie-George Dunlevy and Linda Kelly have successfully defended their title in the time-trial at the World Para-Cycling Championships. The Paralympic gold medallists finished 30 seconds ahead of Britain in placing first in the race in Belgium. Katie-George Dunlevy, whose father John hails from Mountcharles, will aim to make it a gold medal double in the
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The League of Ireland have confirmed the SSE Airtricity Premier Division fixture between Shelbourne and Galway United, scheduled for this Sunday at 5pm, has been postponed following a request from Galway United and to respect funeral arrangements organised after the sad passing of Ollie Horgan. The game will now be played on Sunday, 7th September
League Of Ireland clubs have paid tributes to Ollie Horgan following his death on Thursday. All at Shelbourne FC extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Ollie Horgan on his sad passing. Ollie’s deep passion for football left a lasting impact across the League of Ireland. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and
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Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) today confirmed that from this weekend, Lifford Greyhound Stadium will return to its original racing model as a privately operated track, under the remit of RCÉ. Lifford will stage its first race meeting under this new structure on Saturday. As part of this development, Lifford will also integrate into the RCÉ
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Dylan Browne McMonagle had two winners at Navan yesterday afternoon. The Letterkenny jockey was on board “Noli Timere” for trainer M.D. O’Callaghan in the 4:30 race at the Meath venue. That horse went to post as the 11/5 favourite. Then, at 5:05, he rode 7/2 favourite “Enziya” to victory for trainer R.P. Cody.
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It’s a big week on the hurling calendar here in Donegal with all three county finals taking place on Saturday afternoon at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny. First up, at 1pm, is the meeting of Burt and Letterkenny Gaels in the Junior Final. Then, at 3 o clock, the Intermediate Final will take place between Dungloe
This week on “The Score, we pay tribute to the life and career of former Finn Harps and Fanad United manager Ollie Horgan who passed away this morning after an illness. Diarmaid Doherty is joined by Kenny Harkin, Eamon McConigley, Keith Cowan, Declan Boyle, William O’Connor and John Campbell…
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Galway United have released a statement remembering their former Assistant Manager Ollie Horgan following his death at the age of 57. “It is with immense sadness that Galway United share the news of the passing of Ollie Horgan who left us peacefully, surrounded by his family this morning. Born in Salthill in 1968, he spent much
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Finn Harps have released a statement following the death of former manager Ollie Horgan: The club posted the following tribute on social media: “Everyone associated with Finn Harps is deeply saddened by the passing of former manager Ollie Horgan. Ollie arrived at Finn Park in 2013 and over the course of nearly a decade left
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Letterkenny, City Of Derry and Limavady will all compete in the Ulster Championship 2 this season which makes for some interesting ties in the coming weeks as the new campaign gets underway. It all kicks off this Saturday as City of Derry play Ards, Limavady face Grosvenor and Letterkenny go to Monaghan. Highland’s Athletics Correspondent
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Former Finn Harps and Fanad United manager Ollie Horgan has passed away at the age of 57 after an illness. Horgan, a former school teacher at St. Eunan’s College in Letterkenny, managed Finn Harps for 354 games dating from 2013 until 2022 in the club’s most successful spell of recent times. The Galway native started
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