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Tyrone GAA requests fixture schedule change ahead of bumper Saturday for county

Fixture planners at Croke Park have sparked anger in Tyrone over a clash of two important games this weekend. The county’s U20 footballers face Kildare in the All-Ireland final at 5pm on Saturday in Carrick-on-Shannon, while the Red Hand hurlers are in action against Donegal in what is essentially an All-Ireland semi-final more than 70 …

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Calls for Energy Regulator to investigate electricity costs

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There’s a call for the Energy Regulator to investigate why our electricity costs are way above the European average. Eurostat figures show that electricity prices here are the 4th most expensive in the EU, with net prices 60 percent higher than average. It’s costing Irish households an extra 250 euro per year than their European …

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Johnson says protocol situation very serious

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The British Prime Minister says the situation in relation to the Brexit protocol is very serious. In a phone call with the Taoiseach, he said the balance of the Good Friday Agreement was being undermined. He also said, recent elections had further demonstrated the protocol was not sustainable in its current form. Both Boris Johnson …

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Dr Ronan Glynn resigns as Deputy CMO

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Dr. Ronan Glynn has resigned from his position as Deputy Chief Medical Officer. The Department of Health has confirmed he will leave the role at the end of this month. Dr. Glynn was a prominent figure during the pandemic alongside Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan. He also deputised for the CMO during his compassionate …

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9% VAT rate for hospitality extended

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The 9% VAT rate on hospitality has been extended until the end of February next year. The measure, which was introduced to help businesses during the pandemic, will cost the State €250 million. It comes amid reports from hoteliers and restaurateurs that the running costs for the sector are driving prices up. Finance Minister Paschal …

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Temperatures to reach 20 degrees this weekend

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Ireland’s set to bask in 20 degree heat this weekend. Met Eireann’s forecasting some of the warmest weather of the year over Saturday and Sunday. The latter will see the best of the conditions, with the highest temperatures expected in Munster. Forecaster Andrew Doran-Sherlock says temperatures will rise towards the end of this week:

Spanish Ambassador visits Inch Trail Gazers

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His Excellency Mr Ildefonso Castro, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain was welcomed by the Trail Gazers team to their pilot trail at Inch Wildfowl Reserve on Monday morning. Ambassador Castro was visiting the Inishowen peninsula following an invitation from Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue T.D. as part of a programme of events to celebrate …

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Patrick Mc Brearty & Eoghan Ban Gallagher react to Donegal’s Ulster SFC semi final win over Cavan

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Donegal are back into the Ulster Senior Football Championship final. That’s after they beat Cavan 2-16 to 16 points in Clones today. Conor O’Donnell and Paddy McBrearty with the goals for Declan Bonner’s side. After the game one of the Donegal goalscorers Patrick McBrearty gave his thoughts to Tom Comack… Tom also spoke with Eoghan …

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“We’re delighted to get over the line”- Declan Bonner

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Donegal are into this year’s Ulster Senior Football Championship final. They beat Cavan 2-16 to 16 points in Clones. Conor O’Donnell and Paddy McBrearty with the goals for Declan Bonner’s side. Donegal boss Declan Bonner told Tom Comack he’s delighted to get over the line…

Donegal beat Cavan to seal Ulster Senior Football Championship Final

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Donegal are through to the Ulster Senior Football Championship final after they beat Cavan 2-16 to 0-16 in Clones on Sunday afternoon. The sides were level on nine points a piece at half time before second half goals from Conor O’Donnell and Patrick McBrearty helped Declan Bonner’s side into the decider. Oisin Kelly and Brendan …

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Watch: Susanne White reflects on Donegal Ladies win over Cavan

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Donegal advanced to the Ulster Ladies Football final after they claimed a 14 point win over Cavan in Clones. It finished 3-19 to 1-11 in favour of Maxi Curran’s side. Donegal will now play Armagh in the decider. After the game Tom Comack spoke with Susanne White.

Watch: Maxi Curran happy with Donegal performance as his side reach Ulster Ladies Final

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Donegal will play Armagh in the Ulster Ladies Football Championship final after they beat Cavan 3-19 to 1-11 in Clones on Sunday afternoon. Two first half goals from Susanne White sent Maxi Curran’s side on their way before Yvonne Bonner then added a third for Donegal. After the game Donegal boss Maxi Curran told Tom …

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Donegal Ladies advance to Ulster Final with big win over Cavan

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Donegal Ladies are through to the Ulster Final after the beat Cavan 3-19 to 1-11 in Clones on Sunday afternoon. Susanne White fired in two goals as well as a Yvonne Bonner goal helped Maxi Curran’s side to the 14 point win. Donegal will play Armagh in the decider. Oisin Kelly and Maureen O’Donnell report …

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Ft Report & Reaction as Tyrone beat Kerry to reach All Ireland U20 Final

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Tyrone have beaten Kerry by two points in their All-Ireland Under-20 Football Championship semi-final. 1-14 to 1-12 was the final score at O’Moore Park. They’ll face Kildare in the decider. Francis Mooney has the full time report… After the game, Tyrone boss Paul Devlin gave his thoughts to Francis Mooney…

Successful week of action for Donegal athletes

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Finn O’Neill of Lifford/Strabane AC tasted success in Summerset gaining a qualifying time for the European Under 18 Championships. Meanwhile in Wicklow, three Donegal athletes qualified for the Irish Mountain Running team for the European Championships, those were Jennifer Elvin, Sean McGinley and Amy Greene Athletics correspondent Patsy McGonagle has the wrap of the weeks …

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Tyrone beat Antrim to advance to Ulster Minor Football Championship semi final

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Tyrone booked their place in the Ulster Minor Football Championship semi final thanks to a 3-17 to 0-05 win over Antrim on Saturday evening. Mickey McElhatton, Caolan Donnelly and Conor O’Neill with the goals for Gerard Donnelly’s side who eased to a 21 points victory. After the game, Tyrone boss Gerard Donnelly spoke with Francis …

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Donegal Junior League Results 08/05/2022

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Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division Kilmacrennan Celtic 2 v 1 Kildrum Tigers Temple Domestic Appliances Division One Ballybofey United 4 v 1 Gweedore Celtic Cranford United 3 v 2 Drumoghill F.C. Fanad United 4 v 0 Raphoe Town Kerrykeel ’71 F.C. 0 v 5 Rathmullan Celtic Milford United 2 v 1 St. Catherines

Buncrana Hearts win Ulster Junior Cup

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Buncrana Hearts won the Ulster Junior Cup on Sunday afternoon after a penalty shootout victory over Aileach FC. The game had finished 3-3 after extra time, Thomas McMonagle opened the scoring for Aileach before Kieran McDaid leveled the game up. Aaron Nash then fired Aileach infront again and went 3-1 up when Gavin Doherty added …

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Donegal name team to face Cavan in Ulster Senior Football Championship Semi Final

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Declan Bonner has named his Donegal team to face Cavan in the Ulster Senior Football Championship Semi Finals. There is one change from the team that lined out against Armagh in the quarter final with Odhran McFadden Ferry returning from his suspension and taking the place of Paul Brennan in the half back line. The …

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Donegal GAA Results 07/05/2022

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Hurling League Aodh Ruadh BS 3-11 V 2-14 Burt Buncrana 2-13 V 1-15 Mac Cumhaill Setanta 2-22 V 0-10 Dungloe Division 1 St Eunan’s 4-12 V 0-09 Glenfin Naomh Conaill 3-13 V 1-09 Bundoran Cloughaneely 3-12 V 1-13 Kilcar Gaoth Dobhair 2-05 V 1-11 Aodh Ruadh BS St Michael’s 1-13 V 0-12 Killybegs Glenswilly 2-12 …

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North West Cricket Results 07/05/2022

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It may have been a week later than planned, but the Long’s SuperValu league programme got under way across the North West this afternoon with plenty of impressive performances to mark the occasion. Donemana began with an 8-wicket victory over Eglinton Ballyspallen caused something of a surprise as they left Newbuildings with a 48-run success. …

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Naas winner for Dylan Browne McMonagle

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Dylan Browne McMonagle was amongst the winners in Naas on Saturday afternoon. The Donegal jockey claimed victory on board the Joseph O’Brien trained Tranquil Lady. The win is number 6 of the season for Browne McMonagle. You watch the closing stages of the race below. Tranquil Lady bolts up in the Group 3 Irish Stallion …

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Martin Boyle reacts to Derry’s win over Donegal in Ulster Minor Football Championship

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Derry advanced to the Ulster Minor Football Championship semi finals thanks to a 2-11 to 1-09 win over Donegal in Owenbeg. A goal in either half from Odhran Murphy and Ryan McNicholl helped Martin Boyles side to the five point. After the game Oakleaf boss Martin Boyle spoke with Tom Comack…

“Unbelievably disappointing”- Luke Barrett

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Donegal minors suffered a 2-11 to 1-09 defeat against Derry in Owenbeg on Saturday afternoon. Luke Barrett’s side trailed 1-09 to 1-02 at half time with the goal coming from Cian McMenamin from the penalty spot. The defeat now means Donegal will play in the qualifiers as Derry advance to the Ulster semi finals. After …

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Donegal beaten in Round 2 of Ulster Minor Football Championship

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Donegal suffered a 2-11 to 1-09 defeat to Derry in Round 2 of the Ulster Minor Football Championship. Cian McMenamin’s penalty meant Donegal trailed 1-09 to 1-02 at half time. Despite a strong second half showing Luke Barrett’s side couldn’t breach the gap and will now play in the qualifiers for a place in the …

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Mickey McCann reflects on Donegal’s big win over Warwickshire

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Donegal hurlers eased to a 23 point victory over Warwickshire in the Nickey Rackard Cup on Saturday afternoon. Mickey McCann’s side led 0-18 to 0-05 at half time and went on to run out 0-33 to 0-10 winners. The win sets up Donegal’s final round game perfectly where they know a win over Tyrone will …

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Stephen Bradley on the decision to stay at Shamrock Rovers

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An intervention from Shamrock Rovers co-owner Dermot Desmond helped convince Stephen Bradley to remain as manager. He’s rejected the overtures of Lincoln City, and was in the dugout for Friday night’s visit of Finn Harps to Tallaght Stadium where his side claimed a 3-1 victory. After the game, Stephen Bradley spoke with Oisin Langan about …

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Donegal Junior League Results 07/05/2022 as Oldtown and Copany claim league titles

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Glencar Inn Saturday Division One Glenea United Reserves 3 v 2 Glencar Celtic Keadue Rovers Reserves 7 v 0 Fintown Harps AFC Kildrum Tigers Reserves 0 v 1 Cappry Rovers Reserves Kilmacrennan Celtic Reserves 0 v 4 Arranmore United Milford United Reserves 2 v 12 Oldtown Celtic – Champions Old Orchard Saturday Division Two Drumoghill …

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Positives to take from defeat -Ollie Horgan

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Finn Harps suffered a 3-1 away defeat to defending champions Shamrock Rovers on Friday night. A Danny Mandroiu brace alongside a Roberto Lopes goal gave Rovers a 3-0 lead before a Conor Tourish header gave Harps a consolation goal. Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan told Oisin Langan there are some positives to take in the …

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Ruaidhri Higgins left feeling frustrated after Derry City’s draw with Boh’s

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Derry City saw their gap at the top of the Premier Division cut to a point after they were held to a 1-1 draw with Bohs at The Ryan McBride Brandywell. Promise Omochere gave the visitors the lead just 15 minutes into the first half before a Will Patching penalty on 35 minutes gave the …

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Patrick McEleney reflects on Derry’s draw against Bohemians

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Derry City and Bohemians played out a 1-1 at the Ryan McBride Brandywell on Friday night. Promise Omochere opened the scoring early in the first half before Will Patching levelled the game for Ruaidhri Higgins. After the game, Derry midfielder Patrick McEleney spoke with Martin Holmes…

Finn Harps suffer away defeat to Shamrock Rovers

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Finn Harps suffered their fourth away defeat of the season on Friday night, losing out 3-1 against Shamrock Rovers. Roberto Lopes opened the scoring for the hosts on 17 minutes before a Danny Mandroiu goal three minutes later doubled their lead. Mandroiu then added a third on 28 minutes with Conor Tourish heading in Harps’ …

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Derry City held at home by Bohs

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Derry City and Bohs played out a 1-1 draw at the Ryan McBride Brandywell on Friday night. Promise Omochere gave the visitors the lead on 15 minutes before a Will Patching penalty on 35 minutes ensured a share of the spoils. Martin Holmes reports for Highland Radio Sport…

Watch: Kelly on target as Rotherham gain promotion

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Donegal native Georgie Kelly was on the mark on his Rotherham debut on Saturday afternoon, helping his side gain automatic promotion to the English Championship. The Millers beat Gillingham 2-0 with sub Kelly, in his first taste of action since his move from Bohemians, grabbing the vital second goal with a strike from the edge …

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Mark Coyle was disappointed Shels conceded late on

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The battle at the bottom of the League of Ireland Premier Division intensified on Friday as Finn Harps beat Shelbourne 1-0 at Finn Park. It leaves second bottom Harps two points off 8th placed Shels. Ex Harps player now Shelbourne midfielder Mark Coyle felt it could have gone anyway:

City of Derry drop out of senior rugby ranks

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City of Derry have lost their senior status losing to Clonmel over the two legged relegation play off Having lost the first leg, The Derry men knew they had to win by 17 points to stay in AIL Division 2c, they did win (17-8) but didn’t get the required points to stay up. Alex McDonald …

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Reaction: Higgins delighted with Derry performance

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Two more goals from the leagues top scorer Jamie McGonigle helped Derry City maintain their top spot in the Premier Division as the Candystrips beat third placed St Pats 4-0 on Friday night at Richmond Park. With Shamrock Rovers drawing at Sligo Rovers, Derry now hold a 3pt advantage. Mattie Smith and Cameron Dummigan also …

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Harps Reaction: Ollie Horgan and Barry McNamee

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Finn Harps picked up a second win of the Premier Division campaign and a first at home on Friday night beating Shelbourne 1-0 at Finn Park. Both of the three pointers this season have come against Damian Duff’s Shels side. Barry McNamee struck in the 89th minute as Harps close in on 8th placed Shelbourne, …

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Late McNamee goal gives Harps first home win

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After 13 games in the Premier Division, Finn Harps have picked up a first home win of the campaign beating Shelbourne 1-0 at Finn Park thanks to a Barry McNamee late strike. Diarmaid Doherty reports for Highland Radio Sport:

Derry win at Pats to move 3pts clear at the top

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Derry City have increased their advantage at the top of the Premier Division to 3 points thanks to a 4-0 win at St Pats and the added assistance from Sligo Rovers who held Shamrock Rovers to a 1-1 draw. The Candystrips went to Inchicore and found themselves 3-0 after the opening 45 minutes. Jamie McGonigle …

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The Score – Thursday, April 28th

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It’s another busy Bank Holiday weekend on the sports front and tonight on The Score, Diarmaid Doherty was joined by Gaeil Fhanada PRO Míchael Friel to look ahead to the Donegal finals of Comortas Peile na Gaeltachta. Gaeil Fhanada host the event this weekend and Míchael gave a flavour of what supporters can look forward …

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Rachel Darragh bows out of the European Badminton Championships

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Raphoe’s Rachel Darragh bowed out at the last 16 stage of the Women’s Singles at the European Badminton Championships in Madrid. The Donegal player was beaten 21-16 21-12 against Neslihan Yigit of Turkey. Darragh’s fellow Irish competitor has the chance to secure a podium place at the European Championships in Madrid today. The Dubliner faces …

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Conor McKenna’s successful appeal a big boost for Tyrone- Feargal Logan

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Tyrone joint manager Feargal Logan says Conor McKenna’s successful appeal to the GAA’s Central Hearings Committee is a massive boost ahead of Sunday’s Ulster SFC quarter-final clash with Derry. A red card shown to McKenna by referee Joe McQuillan in the closing stages of the preliminary round win over Fermanagh was rescinded at a hearing …

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Very controlled performance-Declan Bonner

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Donegal booked their place in the Ulster Senior Football Championship semi final where they will face Cavan after a 1-16 to 0-12 victory over Armagh. At half time Donegal led nine points to six but a Patrick McBrearty goal eleven minutes into the second half helped Declan Bonner’s side into a 1-10 to 0-06 lead. …

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Ryan McHugh on Donegal’s victory over Armagh

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Donegal got their Ulster Senior Football Championship campaign off to a winning start after they beat Armagh 1-16 to 0-12 in MacCumhaill Park. Patrick McBrearty netted the games only goal as Declan Bonner’s side advanced to the semi finals where they will face Cavan. After the game Donegal’s Ryan McHugh spoke with Ryan Ferry…

Cockhill Celtic make it nine Ulster Senior League titles in a row after five star performance over Derry City Reserves

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Cockhill Celtic won their ninth Ulster Senior League title on Sunday afternoon thanks to a 5-0 victory over Derry City Reserves. Corey McBride fired Cockhill ahead on eight minutes before Oisin McColgan and Garbhan Friel made it 3-0 at the break. In the second half Garbhan Friel added his second before the fifth goal was …

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Donegal beat Armagh to advance to Ulster Senior Football Championship semi final

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Donegal are through to the semi final of the Ulster Senior Football Championship after they beat Armagh 1-16 to 0-12 in MacCumhaill Park. Patrick McBrearty’s goal midway through the second half helped Declan Bonner’s side on their way to the seven point win. Donegal will now take on Cavan in the semi final in two …

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National Relay gold for Inishowen AC over 50’s team

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Inishowen Athletic Club claimed gold in the National over 50’s event at the National Relay’s event which was held on Sunday afternoon. Meanwhile, Letterkenny AC’s Ann Marie McGlynn set a new Irish W40 record on Saturday afternoon in Belfast. McGlynn also set a new Personal Best for herself, finishing in a time of 15 minutes …

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Neil Martin looks ahead to NorthWest 10km

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The North West 10k will take place on Monday 2nd of May in Letterkenny. Participants are welcome to race or walk the event which gets underway at the new time of 11am. The benefitting charities this year will be Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Ireland Donegal Branch, the Donegal Diabetes Parents Support Group and the No …

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Josh Moffett wins Monaghan Stages Rally

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Monaghan’s Josh Moffett (Hyundai i20 R5) co-driven by Jason McKenna took a start to finish victory in the Monaghan Rally, round three of the Triton Showers-backed Motorsport Ireland National Rally Championship. They finished twelve seconds ahead of the Ford Fiesta WRC of Sam Moffett/Keith Moriarty. Armagh’s Darren Gass (Citroen C3) co-driven by Donegal’s Paddy Flanagan were …

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