Over 2,400 Irish citizens in the Middle East have requested chartered flights home, the government says. Minister for International Development and the Diaspora Neale Richmond confirmed that 24,000 Irish citizens are registered as living in the Middle East, with 16,000 of them registering since Saturday. Adults travelling on the charter flight from Oman tomorrow will […]
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Donegal County Council has officially taken charge of three housing estates in east Donegal. These are Dromore Park in Killygordon, Hazelwood Drive in Lifford and Ard Tomaire in Convoy. Members of the public can now contact the county council directly regarding matters such as public lighting, roads, sewage and storm drains.
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50,000 more families will receive the Fuel Allowance payment from next week. As outlined in the Budget, the scheme is being expanded to include those in receipt of the Working Family Payment. The measure comes into effect next week and will be backdated to January, meaning families will receive up to €380 on March 12th.
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An emergency motion concerning the R236 was unable to proceed at this morning’s Lifford-Stranorlar MD meeting due to logistical issues arising from the remote nature of the meeting. However, Cllr Gary Doherty says he will pursue the matter at the next available opportunity. Cllr Doherty says the motion follows last week’s tragedy on the road,
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It’s reported on oilprices.ie that the average price for 500L in Donegal is now over €700. Today’s average has increased by €88.60 to €706.51. It marks a 41% increase since Sunday, when the average was €502.43.
Average price for 500L of heating oil in Donegal surpasses €700 Read More »
Colaiste Ailigh have been beaten 3-2 by Grange Community School of Donaghmede in this afternoon’s FAI Schools U17 ‘B’ Boys National Cup Final for Small Schools. The Letterkenny school took the lead after just five minutes when Naoise Caomanach capitalised on a defensive mix-up to slot home the opener. It was 1-1 on 20 minutes
Colaiste Ailigh narrowly beaten in national final Read More »
Finn Harps have confirmed two of their U20 players have been selected for the Republic of Ireland Schools squad for the upcoming Centenary Shield games. Declan Patton & Rowan McGroarty have been selected in the squad with the first game coming next Thursday afternoon away to Wales in Llandudno.
Harps youngsters set to represent Ireland at Centenary Shield Read More »
There have been calls to roll out EPIRB life jackets at piers and harbours managed by Donegal County Council. The floating devices are equipped with an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon. When a person wearing one enters the water, it sends a signal to the coast guard, allowing rescuers to reach the casualty more quickly.
EPIRB life jackets could save lives in Donegal – Cllr McDermott Read More »
Cllr Brian Carr has hit out at an incident of illegal dumping on Main Street in Glenties, at the spot where a skip had been in place. The container had been there during construction works, and it appeared that others had also been using it. However, after the skip was removed, a bag of rubbish
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The public consultation on the proposed oyster and mussel farming developments at Lough Swilly closes tomorrow. The plans have sparked controversy locally, with concerns raised about their potential environmental and community impact. Submissions to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine must be made before the deadline.
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All designated winter maintenance gritting routes in Donegal will be treated from 7 PM this evening. Donegal County Council is advising drivers to assume that no road is ice-free. The routes: 01: National Primary North 02: National Primary Central 03: National Primary South 04: Inishowen South 05: Inishowen East 06: Inishowen West 07: Milford South 08:
Gritters to treat Donegal roads this evening Read More »
Last year, 69 vacant social homes in Donegal were brought back into use under the Voids Programme. The programme helps local authorities prepare empty homes for re-letting and supports ongoing efforts to address vacancy and dereliction. Donegal received €759,000 in funding for this work last year.
69 vacant social homes in Donegal reopened through voids programme Read More »
A company founded by a Donegal native says it is relocating its staff to safer accommodation. John Gallagher Ltd, which is working on projects in the Middle East, is moving its staff from Bahrain while maintaining work commitments as much as possible. The company says it is prioritising safety and is monitoring the situation closely.
Donegal tunnelling company relocates staff in Middle East over safety concerns Read More »
The average price of 500 litres of heating oil in Donegal has increased by just over €115 in the past 48 hours. According to oilprices.ie, on Sunday the average stood at €502.43. Yesterday, it rose by €28.80 to €531.23. In the past 24 hours, there has been a further 16% increase, bringing the average price
Heating oil prices in Donegal jump by over €115 in 48 hours Read More »
Phase one of Scoil Iosagáin’s new building is due to be completed by June. It is hoped that students will move into the new facility this September. If the current pace of work continues, the €21 million project will be completed by September 2027, making it the largest primary school in Donegal. The developments have
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Colourful and creatively flavoured vapes will be banned under new legislation being brought to cabinet today. The bill is expected to be approved, and will also take into account products that may be brought to market in the years ahead. The Ministers will seek to prohibit the advertising of vapes and nicotine pouches and restrict
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The Health Minister is hoping to add the contraception scheme to the list of common conditions for pharmacies, serving as an alternative to GPs. The programme allows community pharmacists to prescribe for eight common conditions following a consultation, for a charge of €30-35. The measure’s being brought to cabinet today. Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill says
Jennifer Carroll MacNeill seeks to expand pharmacy scheme to include contraception Read More »
Gardaí have today renewed their appeal for information following the collision in St Johnston that claimed the lives of two teenagers. Caomhin Porter-McLoone and Daniel Cullen, both from Derry, were laid to rest over the weekend. The car in which they were travelling collided with a lorry last Tuesday. Garda Gráinne Doherty made the following
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Motorists are warned of an oil spill on the N56 in the Glenties area, which may cause slippery conditions. Signage has been put in place from Glenties town to the Gweebarra viewing point. Donegal County Council has been notified.
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The Garda Commissioner says strong cross-border relations are key to combatting human trafficking. He was speaking at a policing conference in County Cavan today, focused on dismantling organised crime gangs across the island. The event unites law enforcement and political leaders from both sides of the border for two days. Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly says
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Oil and gas prices have risen in the wake of the Middle East conflict. In Donegal, the average price of 500L has risen by almost €30 overnight. Yesterday, the average was €502.34. Today, that figure is €531.23. According to Oilprices.ie, there has been a 10% increase in price in the county since 1 February. QatarEnergy
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A limited number of commercial flights are scheduled to leave Abu Dhabi airport this afternoon. Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee says she understands passengers stranded in transit are being prioritised and airlines are in direct contact with those eligible to travel. She has also condemned Israeli strikes on Lebanon this morning and says all Defence
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Donegal County Council is placing applicants under the Enhanced Defective Concrete Block Scheme into three groups to manage amendments to the scheme, which are due to be published shortly. The amendments will include an increased grant cap, which can be received retrospectively by those who spent money beyond March 2024, as well as a change
Donegal County Council introduces three-tier system for DCB scheme amendments Read More »
Some of the family members of those who died in the Creeslough explosion say they were shocked to receive a letter from the Department of Justice declining their request to meet with the Minister. Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan briefly and informally spoke with Donna and Hugh Harper during a visit to Donegal. At the time,
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Donegal are the All-Ireland champions for the 15th time after defeating Offaly 7-4 in last night’s final in Killarney, thereby completing a great three-in-a-row. The Donegal team in the decider was: Cartha Boyle, Gerard McGlynn, John Flood, Steven Harron, Charlie Grant, Dean Gallagher, Adrian Devine, Jordan Boyce, Ciaran McGeady, John Gallagher, Alan Byrne, Andrew
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David Kelly and Paddy McCrudden have won the Mayo Stages Rally after a close battle with Eddie Doherty and Tom Murphy. Remarkably, the Donegal duo finished just 0.01 seconds ahead of Doherty and Murphy in second spot. Donegal’s Matthew Boyle was third overall, a further 23.3 seconds back from the winners. All three crews on
Donegal duo Kelly and McCrudden win Mayo Stages Rally by slimmest of margins Read More »
Galway were six points up and playing against 14-men with 25 minutes to go in today’s NFL D1 clash with Donegal in Ballyshannon this afternoon. Padraig Joyce’s side had to settle for a draw, however, as Donegal showed heart to come back and snatch a point thanks to a Peadar Mogan two-pointer late on. After
Padraig Joyce says he can take “a lot of learnings” from draw against Donegal Read More »
Derry scored 1-21 in the second half to run out comfortable 1-31 to 0-14 winners over Cork in this afternoon’s National Football League clash at Celtic Park. After the game, Derry boss Ciaran Meenagh said the second period was pleasing but that he was also happy with how his team handled the difficult breeze
Ciaran Meenagh reacts to Derry’s huge win over Cork Read More »
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The Ireland Men’s Hockey Team, which includes Raphoe’s Luke Witherow, got their bid for FIH Hockey World Cup qualification off to a flying start with a 5-2 victory over Canada. The side had to stave off a late Canada push, but goals from Lee Cole, Adam McAllister, Jonny Lynch and Jeremy Duncan were enough to
Hockey: Winning start for Ireland and Witherow in Santiago Read More »
Cockhill Celtic are the Jackie Crossan Inishowen Premier Division Champions after defeating Carn 2-0 this afternoon. Here’s how the rest of the day’s action went…
Jim McGuinness saw his Donegal side battle hard to earn a draw against Galway in Ballyshannon this afternoon. Michael Langan was sent to the side-lines for ten minutes after receiving a black card at the end of the first half and that was followed up with a second yellow card for Stephen McMenamin on the
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There was plenty local success at the National Indoor Championships this weekend. There were medals today for several local athletes including Fintan Dewhurst, Arlene Crossan, Lauren Callaghan, John Kelly, James Kelly and even more from yesterday’s action in Dublin. Here’s a run-down on how it all went with Patsy McGonagle…
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Donegal maintained their unbeaten run in Division 1 of the National Football League thanks to a 1-17 to 0-20 draw with Galway in Ballyshannon this afternoon. Jim McGuinness’ side played 40 minutes of the game with just 14 men as Michael Langan was black-carded at the end of the first half. Stephen McMenamin then saw
“We showed great character” – Colm McFadden Read More »
The Donegal Ladies have beaten Mayo 0-09 to 0-08 in the National Football League Division 2 in Castlebar this afternoon. It’s an important win for James Daly’s team after last week’s defeat to table-toppers Cavan. Donegal have now won three out of their first four games in Division 2.
Away win for the Donegal Ladies in Mayo Read More »
The Donegal Hurlers have beaten Louth 3-20 to 1-10 in Division 3 of the National Hurling League in Darver this afternoon. Richie Ryan hit two of the goals for Mickey McCann’s side with John Kealy getting the other in what was an impressive win against a strong Louth team. Donegal have now won all four
Donegal Hurlers too strong for Louth in Darver Read More »
Donegal and Galway finished level at 1-17 to 0-20 apiece in the National Football League Division 1 at Fr. Tierney Park in Ballyshannon this afternoon. Galway led 0-12 to 1-07 at the break after Conor O’Donnell’s third goal in as many games for Jim McGuinness’ side in the opening half. Michael Langan was shown a
Derry have beaten Cork 1-31 to 0-14 in Division 2 of the National Football League Division 2 at Find Insurance Celtic Park this afternoon. The Oakleafers led by just 1-10 to 0-09 at half-time but produced a brilliant second-half to run out comfortable winners. Michael McMullan of the Gaelic Life has the full time report
Derry produce stunning second-half to hand Cork first defeat in NFL D2 Read More »
Local rally legends Donagh Kelly and Rory Kennedy have finished 2nd in the Navarcles Rally yesterday afternoon. The Donegal pair, who took part in the rally in preparation for next weekend’s Costa Brava Rally, had a superb run on the four-stage route in their BMW M3 E30.
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In Business Matters this week Chris Ashmore finds out about an event being held as part of Enterprise Week that ties in with International Women’s Day, and he also finds out about the next New Frontiers programme at ATU Letterkenny, which is geared towards people with innovative business ideas that have the potential to scale
Tyrone got their second win in Division 2 of the National Football League this evening thanks to a commanding 0-28 to 2-13 victory over Offaly in Dungannon. Having led by just two points at the break, Malachy O’Rourke’s side were much more dynamic in the second period and ran out comfortable winners. O’Rourke spoke to
“It gives us a bit of breathing space” – Malachy O’Rourke on Tyrone’s win over Offaly Read More »
Tyrone have beaten Offaly 0-28 to 2-13 in the National Football League Division 2 in Dungannon this evening. Francis Mooney has the full time report for Highland Radio Sport…
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Institute cruised to a 6-0 win over Armagh in today’s NIFL Championship clash at The Ryan McBride Brandywell. First-half goals from Stephen Doherty, Tiernan Brolly and a brace from Padraig Lynch had ‘Stute 4-0 up the break. Lynch completed his hat-trick in the second period with Jack Doherty rounding off the scoring late on. Last
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Fintan Dewhurst is through to the final of the Men’s 400m at the National Indoor Championships in Dublin. Dewhurst will enter tomorrow’s final aiming to become national champion. Patsy McGonagle has all the latest from the first day of action at the championships…
Finn Harps drew 1-1 away to Cobh Ramblers in the SSE Airtricity League First Division last night. Nathan Lumingo was the Harps goal-scorer on the night. In the Premier Division, a Michael Duffy hat-trick helped Derry City come from 2-0 down to defeat Waterford 4-2 at The Ryan McBride Brandywell. Former Harps captain Declan Boyle
Former captain Declan Boyle reflects on positive result for Finn Harps in Cobh Read More »
Letterkenny edged a thrilling contest in Ulster Championship 2 this afternoon. Adam Bratton’s side came out on top 26-24 against Lisburn at the Dave Gallaher Grounds. After the game, Bratton spoke to Alex McDonald and said it was a great contest…
Adam Bratton reacts to Letterkenny’s win over Liburn in Ulster Championship 2 Read More »
Letterkenny have beaten Lisburn 26-24 in Ulster Championship 2 at the Dave Gallaher Grounds this afternoon. Alex McDonald has the full time report for Highland Radio Sport…
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It’s been a sad day in the world of local sport here in the North-West as the death has taken place of athletics legend Eamon Harvey. The Donegal Town native had been a central figure in athletics in Donegal and across Ireland over the past number of decades. Highland’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonagle joined Ciaran
Patsy McGonagle & Declan Kerr pay tribute to the late, great Eamon Harvey Read More »
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GAA Congress has been suspended at Croke Park this afternoon after a number of protesters gained entry to proceedings in the Hogan Stand. The demonstrators unfurled a banner behind the top table, voicing their opposition to the Association’s sponsorship links to Allianz. Earlier today, a motion to move the All-Ireland football final to the second
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