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Ulster squad confirmed for rule changing Inter-provincials

Two Donegal players, Ciaran Thompson and Daire O’Baoill have been named in the Ulster team for this weekend’s Inter-provincials at Croke Park. There are seven Tyrone players in the 30 man panel – Niall Morgan, Mark Bradley, Aidan Clarke, Conn Kilpatrick, Darren McCurry, Eoin McElhom and Kieran McGreary. Derry have three included – Diarmuid Baker, […]

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Business Matters, Ep 215: North West Future of Energy Conference, plus 50 years in business for McDaid’s Bathrooms Plumbing Tiles

In this episode of Business Matters, Chris Ashmore looks at the forthcoming North West Future of Energy Conference which will take place on Thursday, November 7th at Ebrington Square in Derry, and also 50 years in business for Buncrana based firm McDaids Bathrooms, Plumbing, Tiles. Sponsored by SSE Renewables, this annual cross-border event brings together

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Tourism, hospitality and retail sectors to protest outside Leinster House tomorrow

Members of the tourism, hospitality and retail sectors are gearing up for a demonstration outside Leinster House tomorrow over the unsustainable cost of doing business and the lack of meaningful support provided by the Government in Budget 2025. Organised by the Restaurants Association of Ireland, the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland and other small business representative

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County Final Reaction: Kieran Tobin, Barry Meehan, Conor O’Donnell, Niall O’Donnell & Brendan Devenney

There were jubilant scenes at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey after St. Eunan’s won the Dr. Maguire Cup with a 1-13 to 1-10 win over Dungloe in today’s decider. After the game, Highland’s Pauric Hilferty spoke to St. Eunan’s captain Kieran Tobin and manager Barry Meehan…   Man Of The Match Conor O’Donnell’s second half goal

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Derry SFC: Newbridge into final for first time in 33 years

Newbridge selector Paddy Gribbin has praised the “exceptional bunch” of players that has propelled the club into their first Derry Senior Football Championship Final since 1991. Sean O’Leary GAC Newbridge overcame the challenge of O’Donovan Rossa on a score-line of 1-07 to 1-04 in last night’s semi final. Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life spoke

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TyroneSFC: Coalisland Fianna relegated after 40-year stint in senior football

One of Tyrone’s most famous clubs has been relegated after a 40-year unbroken run as a senior force. Coalisland Fianna lost a relegation play-off to neighbours Clonoe yesterday evening and will play their football in Division Two next season. The O’Rahilly’s came out on top by 2-9 to 0-8 to keep alive their hopes of

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Donegal to play Derry in 2025 Ulster Championship Preliminary Round

The draw for the Ulster Senior Football Championship in 2025 has taken place this afternoon. Defending champions Donegal will go into battle against Derry at MacCumhaill Park in the Preliminary Round. Should they progress, Jim McGuinness’ side would then face Monaghan in an Ulster Quarter-Final. The draw in full: Preliminary round: Donegal v Derry Quarter-finals:

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Michael McMullan on Ulster Championship Draw: “It doesn’t make the Derry job any more attractive”

Donegal have drawn Derry in the preliminary round of next year’s Ulster Championship. The winners of that clash in Ballybofey will then progress to face Monaghan in a quarter final. Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life joined Ciaran Cannon on Highland Radio Saturday Sport this evening to dicsuss the draw…

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Donegal Harvest Rally Reaction: Callum Devine, Noel O’Sullivan, Josh Moffett, Keith Moriarty, Kevin Gallagher & Michael Boyle

The 2024 Donegal Harvest Rally is in the books. Highland’s Oisin Kelly was at the finish ramp and caught up with some of the drivers & co-drivers. Firstly, here’s Donegal Harvest Rally Champions Callum Devine and Noel O’Sullivan…   National Rally Champions Josh Moffett and Keith Moriarty were “over the moon” with their drive today…

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Captain McCrea reacts as Four Masters claim Minor Division 1 crown with hard-fought win over Naomh Conaill

Four Masters defeated Naomh Conaill on a score-line of 2-10 to 1-11 in the Donegal Minor Division 1 Final at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny this afternoon. Two late scores from Tiernan McBride and Turlough Carr sent the Donegal Town youngsters to victory. Ryan Ferry has the full time report from O’Donnell Park…   After the

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Donegal Junior League Results – Saturday 12 October

Glencar Inn Saturday Division 1 Arranmore United 1-3 Donegal Town Oldtown Celtic 1-1 Kildrum Tigers Ramelton Mariners 2-2 Strand Rovers St Catherines FC Reserves 2-2 Glencar Celtic Swilly Rovers 1-6 Drumbar FC   Old Orchard Saturday Division 2 Castlefin Celtic 2-3 Glenea United Reserves Drumoghill Res 0-1 Kilmacrennan Celtic Erne Wanderers FC vs Cappry Rovers

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Callum Devine & Noel O’Sullivan win Donegal Harvest Stages Rally!

Callum Devine and Noel O’Sullivan are Donegal Harvest Rally Champions after holding off Josh Moffett and Keith Moriarty at the final stage in Ramelton this evening. It’s also been a good day for 2nd placed Moffett, as he has been crowned the Triton Showers National Rally Champion. Remarkably, third spot in the Donegal Harvest Rally

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Donegal Harvest Stages Rally – Boyle into top 3… Stage 8 Latest

Reigning champions Callum Devine and Noel O’Sullivan have survived a slow puncture on Stage 8 of the Donegal Harvest Rally to take a 7.2 second lead into the final stage. Josh Moffett and Keith Moriarty are still 2nd, but a puncture for Sam Moffett and James O’Reilly has seen them plummet down the standings and

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Minor B Final: Ardara defeat Termon after thrilling finish at O’Donnell Park

Ardara have beaten Termon by 2-10 to 2-08 in the Donegal Minor Division 2 Final at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny this afternoon. Two late Termon goals set up a dramatic final few minutes but Ardara held on and claimed the title. With the full time report, here’s Ryan Ferry of the Donegal News…   After

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Ruaidhri Higgins: “We had gilt-edged opportunities to win the game”

Derry City failed to capitalise on a chance to go just one point behind league-leaders Shelbourne as Ruaidhri Higgins’ side could only manage a 1-1 draw with Bohemians at the Ryan McBride Brandywell tonight. After this evening’s result, Shelbourne sit top on 54 points, Shamrock Rovers are second on 52 points and the Candy Stripes

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Darren Murphy on Finn Harps’ “outside chance” of making promotion play-off spots

Darren Murphy is hopeful of getting a win at home to Wexford on Monday evening to be able to take his side into their final First Division fixture next Friday with a chance of making the promotion play-off spots. Finn Harps were pegged back twice in their 2-2 draw with Bray Wanderers at the Carlisle

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Finn Harps lead twice but fail to come away with all three points from Bray

Finn Harps played out a 2-2 draw with Bray Wanderers in the SSE Airtricity League First Division at the Carlisle Grounds this evening. Tony McNamee had the away side ahead at the break. The Harps skipper slotted home on 26 minutes after being played through on goal by Sean Patton. Bray equalised through a powerful

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Eamon Doherty: “County Finals are special days for any club involved”

St. Eunan’s’ Eamon Doherty says the atmosphere is “building nicely” as the Letterkenny men get ready to face the challenge of Dungloe in this weekend’s Michael Murphy Sports Senior Football Championship Final. The experienced defender has seen it all with his club but says “county final days are always special”. Doherty spoke to Ryan Ferry

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County Final Preview – The Captains: Kieran Tobin & Conor O’Donnell

St. Eunan’s and Dungloe will meet in this Sunday’s Michael Murphy Sports Senior Football Championship Final in Ballybofey. The Letterkenny side are favourites to take the senior crown once again having beaten big-hitters Kilcar, Gaoth Dobhair and Naomh Conaill on their way to the decider. Naomh Adhamhnain captain Kieran Tobin says his side have earned

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County Final Preview – The Managers: Barry Meehan & Dessie Gallagher

St. Eunan’s and Dungloe will go head to head in this weekend’s Michael Murphy Sports Senior Football Championship Final at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey. The Letterkenny side go into the contest as hot favourites and will be looking to win their first senior title since 2021. If victorious, St. Eunan’s will also go to top

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Man charged with manslaughter of Kyle McDermott appears in court

A man’s appeared in court charged with the manslaughter of 24-year-old Donegal man Kyle McDermott. He died on Monday morning after what police say was an altercation the previous night in the Victoria Road area of Ballymagorry in County Tyrone. 24 year old Daniel Hannah of Victoria Road in Strabane appeared in person before the

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Business Matters, Ep 214 – Ballybofey & Stranorlar Chamber Awards, auto-enrolment pensions, and a new pop up sustainable fashion shop

In this week’s Business Matters with Chris Ashmore, the programme begins with a look back on the highly successful inaugural Ballybofey and Stranorlar Chamber of Commerce Awards. Secretary Louise Patton reflects on the night and goes through the winners. Next, Chris looks at the new auto-enrolment pension scheme which is set to begin in September

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PSNI confirm murder investigation is underway following Strabane death

Detectives from the PSNI’s Major Investigation Team have launched a murder investigation, and made an arrest, following the death of a man in Strabane. In a statement this afternoon, Detective Inspector Hazel Miller confirms that Police received a report just after 11.30pm last night of an assault in the Victoria Road area of Ballymagorry. The

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Termon are Intermediate Champions after dominant win over Naomh Columba

Termon are Michael Murphy Sports Intermediate Champions after defeating Naomh Columba 0-14 to 0-08 in today’s decider at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny. A blistering start from the Burn Road men sent them racing into a 0-06 to 0-01 lead mid-way through the first half. Naomh Columba will be frustrated as the Glencolmcille men kicked a

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Gary McGettigan’s goal the difference as Termon defeat Burt to claim Intermediate B title

Termon are Michael Murphy Sports Intermediate B Champions as they defeated Burt by 1-09 to 0-10 at O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny this afternoon. A first-half goal from the on-song Gary McGettigan helped the Burn Road men go in at the break with a commanding 1-06 to -0-3 lead. A spirited Burt side stormed back into

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Caolan McDaid, Ricky Gallagher, Jamie Grant and Enda McCormick react as Termon return to Senior Championship

Termon will play in the Donegal Senior Championship in 2025 after their 0-14 to 0-08 victory over Naomh Columba in today’s Michael Murphy Sports Intermediate Championship Final at O’Donnell Park. After the game, Termon manager Caolan McDaid gave his thoughts to Highland’s Pauric Hilferty…   Pauric also caught up with winning captain Ricky Gallagher…  

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Intermediate B Final: Jamie Gallagher praises second-half substitutes as Termon hold off Burt

Termon manager Jamie Gallagher says his second half substitutes were pivotal in holding off a determined Burt side in today’s Intermediate B Final. Having led by six points at half time, Termon had to see off a comeback from Burt but Gallagher praised the depth of his squad saying “being able to bring on quality

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Donegal Junior League Results – Sunday 6th October

Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division Gweedore Celtic 1-2 Kilmacrennan Celtic Letterkenny Rovers 5-2 Keadue Rovers Rathmullan Celtic 0-6 Fanad United St. Catherines 0-2 Kildrum Tigers Swilly Rovers 0-1 Bonagee United   Temple Domestic Appliances Division One Castlefin Celtic 2-1 Cappry Rovers Cranford United 1-3 Ballybofey United Gweedore United 1-4 Donegal Town Lifford Celtic 2-4

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