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Calls to permit limited ringside buyers following Mart online system crash

There are calls for a limited number of buyers to be allowed back into the ringside of marts. Mart Managers Association of Ireland have called for the Minister of Agriculture to review the situation after 17 online buying systems crashed yesterday resulting in some marts having to send livestock home. IFA President Tim Cullinane has

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Finn Harps defeat Bohemians to ensure they avoid automatic relegation

Finn Harps recorded their first win at Dalymount Park since 1999 after they defeated Bohemians 2-0 on Saturday night. Goals either side of the break from Mark Russell secured the win for Ollie Horgan’s side. The win means that Cork City have been relegated from the Premier Division, which in turn means that the lowest

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“We weren’t happy with that performance”- Mickey McCann

Donegal Senior Hurling manager Mickey McCann was not happy with his side’s performance in their 2-13 to 1-14 win over Longford in the Nicky Rackard quarter final. McCann’s side were five points ahead with just six minutes left after Ronan McDermott netted but Longford came battling back but could only manage to close the gap

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Report claim’s Tyrone Senior Footballer tests positive for Covid-19

Teamtalkmag have reported that a Tyrone Senior Footballer has tested positive for Covid-19. There is no word official word from Tyrone GAA on the situation or if this will affect Mickey Harte’s sides clash with Mayo in Castlebar tomorrow. Martin McHugh spoke to Chris Ashmore on Saturday Sport about the situation… Word coming through that

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Details confirmed for Finn Harps’ FAI Cup quarter-final and other ties

  The Extra.ie FAI Cup quarter-final schedule has been confirmed. Shelbourne will travel to Athlone Town on Saturday, October 31, with kick-off at 3pm before Sligo Rovers host Derry City on Sunday, November 1, with kick-off at 4pm. Shamrock Rovers will travel to Finn Harps on Saturday, November 14 with kick-off at 5pm with the

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Minister McConalogue says full ViraPro products review is underway

The ViraPro recall has been extended to include ALL sanitation products in the range. The company’s hand sanitiser was pulled when tests showed it could cause irritation – and it’s now emerged that other products in the range are not on the government’s ‘approved list’. The Department of Agriculture says it’s extending the recall as

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Donegal and surrounding counties will need Government supports, Dail told

The Dail has been told that Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, and other counties on the Western Seaboard will need targeted supports from government for as long as the current Covid restrictions last. Deputy Marian Harkin told TDs last night that a Central Bank report has found a reliance on SMEs means employment was most affected in

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Donegal rowers well place to reach final at European Championships

Two Donegal rowers have qualified for the final of the European Rowing Coastal Challenge Championships in Italy. Rosie Temple and Luke Keaney are representing Ireland in one of the doubles category at Castagneto Carducci. Competing in an endurance challenge event, they got up to finish fourth place in their heat and are well placed to

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HIQA find issues of non-compliance at Donegal nursing home

  Issues of non-compliance have been noted at a Donegal nursing home. The Health Watchdog has published 31 inspection reports this afternoon with concerns relating to staffing and records identified at Nazareth House in Fahan. There are currently 48 residents at the facility which provides long-term care including care to people with dementia. In its

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‘Up to everyone to avoid repeat of tragedy in nursing homes’

  Nursing Homes Ireland says we cannot see a repeat of the tragedy in nursing homes early on during the pandemic. The outbreak among the majority of residents at a Galway facility has been described as very disturbing. The HSE says it’s providing support to the care home. Nursing Homes Ireland Chief Executive, Tadhg Daly

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Donegal Pharmacist says backup staff for second wave was needed

  A Donegal Pharmacist believes there could have been a bigger recruitment and training drive over the summer to ensure healthcare settings had adequate backup resources ahead of the second wave of Covid-19. Margaret O’Doherty, a Pharmacist in Raphoe, was reacting to developments in Galway, where the majority of residents and staff in a nursing

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Donegal Sports Partnership to host an autism in sport workshop

Donegal Sports Partnership will host an autism in sport workshop on Wednesday, November 18th, in association with the Cara Centre. This online workshop will provide participants with an understanding of autism, focusing on the delivery of sport. The workshop will help participants recognise and understand key areas of difference as well as looking at practical

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Good news as Mica homeowners move to next stage of Scheme

  It’s anticipated that significant progress will be made with the Mica Redress Scheme in the coming days after ten applications have passed stage one this week. The homeowners in question have received their letter of eligibility to move to stage two with more affected people due to move through the process next week. Homeowners

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CMO not concerned about breakdown in contact tracing system

  The Chief Medical Officer says he’s not concerned about the breakdown in the contact tracing system. The HSE asked 2,500  people who tested positive to do their own contact tracing after the system became overwhelmed. A further 1,066 cases were confirmed last night, along with three additional deaths. The national 14 day incidence rate

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New Common Agricultural Policy will benefit farmers – Walsh

  A Midlands-North-West MEP says there’s a lot in the new Common Agricultural Policy that will benefit farmers. CAP has been the focus of debate and division within the European Parliament this week, with MEPs voting on dozens of amendments. Maria Walsh admits it’s a contentious issue, but says there are positives in the package:

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