A security alert is currently ongoing in Strabane this afternoon. A suspect device was discovered in a garden in the Innisfree Gardens area of the town this morning. A police cordon has been erected and up to 30 homes are being evacuated. West Tyrone MLA Daniel McCrossan has condemned the actions of those responsible:
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Gardai in Donegal are appealing for information following a number of break ins and thefts in the county. On Sunday last, two properties were broken into in the Glencar Manor area while the occupants were taking part in an annual community clean-up. Entry was gained to the property through a back door before the thieves
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Investigations into the theft of Tricolours from Lifford Bridge are continuing. Flags were erected on the bridge in conjunction with a Hunger Strike Commemoration being held in Lifford/ Strabane on Sunday. In the early hours of Friday morning last, the occupants of two cars ripped several flags from the lampposts on the bridge. The suspects
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Proposals to transfer the ownership of Derry’s historic walls to Derry City and Strabane District Council have been met with opposition. The Walls are owned by the Honourable Irish Society which built the Walls between 1613 and 1618. The Walls were then placed into formal guardianship in 1955 and the Department of Communities is currently
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Derry City are one game away from retaining the EA Sports Cup and winning the trophy for the 12th time. They defeated Waterford 4-2 after extra-time last night in their Semi-Final at the Brandywell, with David Parkhouse continuing his great run of form; scoring all 4 of the Candystripes’ goals. Derry went behind in the
We just want to keep Derry’s history in the Cup going – Parkhouse Read More »
The Finn Harps U15 Development Squad finished fourth at the Dublin Cup at the weekend. The Harps boys recorded two Dublin Cup group wins at the AUL Complex in Clonshaugh, Dublin on Saturday. The Harps boys had a 1-0 victory over Finnish side Ekenas with Barry McGee getting the goal. In the final group game the 15s
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The boss of Supermacs says he’s ‘delighted’ with an EU ruling which stops McDonalds from trademarking the ‘Mc’ prefix. An assessment found McDonalds can only trademark it in relation to its chicken nuggets and on some sandwiches. It’s the second time Supermacs has been successful in a legal challenge against the fast food giant, after
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The Lough Swilly Lifeboat was launched this morning after an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon signal was activated at Mulroy Bay. Lough Swilly Lifeboat along with the Mulroy Coastguard and Rescue 118 helicopter were tasked to the scene at around 7:40am. Upon arrival it emerged that the EPIRB device, which is fitted to all commercial
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A Dublin fan has been criticised online for allegedly attempting to burn a Tyrone flag in Omagh after Dublin’s win. Jim Gavin’s team defeated Tyrone over the weekend – qualifying for an All-Ireland semi-final against Mayo this Saturday. However online, one supporter has been accused of trying to set fire to a red and white
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The Taoiseach and the Finance Minister are continuing Brexit discussions at separate meetings today. Leo Varadkar is in Belfast, while Paschal Donohue travels to London. Senior government officials are on tour today, with Leo Varadkar and Paschal Donohue at separate Brexit related meetings. Leo Varadkar is set to meet business leaders from both sides of
Taoiseach and Finance Minister hold separate Brexit meetings today Read More »
Gardai are advising motorists of an oil spill from the Tank Road, Ramelton to Milford. Drivers are urged to exercise caution in and around the area as Gardai say the road is extremely slippy. Donegal County Council have been notified.
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A residents committee is due to be set up with a view towards highlighting a number of ongoing issues affecting communities in the Long Lane area of Letterkenny. Derelict properties, anti-social behaviour and the under-development of green areas are set to top the agenda, once the committee has been formed. The first meeting of the
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The next phase of roadworks by Irish Water on the Pearse Road/Oldtown Road in Letterkenny will commence today. The works are due to last for approximately four weeks. Gardai are advising motorists to expect slight delays in traffic flow for the duration of works and are urging all drivers to obey all directions given by
Next phase of works on Pearse Road/Oldtown Road gets underway today Read More »
A cross border operation to target poachers is being launched today. Operation Silver Fin is a joint initiative between the PSNI and Gardai. The launch is taking place this morning at 11am at Clady Bridge, Strabane.
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Farmers in Donegal have joined with hundreds nationally in protesting outside meat processing facilities. For the ninth day in a row, farmers are picketing outside processing facilities across the country, as they campaign for a better price for their animals. Farmers took to the picket line outside Foyle Meats in Carrigans yesterday afternoon and will
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Derry City are into the final of the EA Sports Cup with a 4-2 victory after extra time over Waterford United. Martin Holmes reports from the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium…
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A police operation in the Northland Road area of Derry has now ended. Part of the area was closed off for a time earlier following the discovery of a suspected firearm. Chief Inspector Jonathan Hunter has confirmed that the road has now re-opened and a pellet gun has been taken away for further forensic examination.
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A 32 year old man is due to appear at Derry Magistrates Court later this month charged with occasioning actual bodily harm and assault on police. The man was arrested after a female bus driver was assaulted at Foyle Street Bus Depot on Friday last. He’s expected to appear at Court on August 28th. The
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The Irish Naval service assisted in a rescue operation off the coast of Donegal on Saturday. LÉ Ciara responded to a PAN PAN distress call from a small craft with two people onboard, taking on water approximately 9 nautical miles north of Fanad Head. The vessel was located and station maintained until Lough Swilly RNLI
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The number of businesses unprepared for no-deal Brexit is “a worry” according to InterTradeIreland. It’s latest all-Island Business Monitor shows the number of businesses expecting an increase in growth over the next 12 months is down to 2009 levels. But only 11% of respondents say they have made any preparations in the event of a
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Police re currently examining a suspected firearm found on the Northland Road area of Derry. The PSNI were alerted to the discovery at 1.15 pm afternoon. A number of cordons are in place on the Branch Road at Buncrana Roundabout, Cosqhuin Road, Aileach Road and O’Naullian Crescent. Chief Inspector Jonathan Hunter said: “An examination of
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Tyrone manager Mickey Harte says he doesn’t regret fielding a completely different 15 from the one that beat Cork two weeks ago. The Red Hand County lost to Dublin in Omagh by 1-16 to 13 points. They will now play Kerry next Sunday in the All-Ireland semi-final, while the Boys in Blue will play Mayo
Mickey Harte on having fresh players & Super 8’s Read More »
The New York Mary Roisin Maher has been crowned Mary from Dungloe for 2019. Roisin, who works as a Construction Project Manager in Queens in New York, was clearly shocked when she was announced as the winner at the end of Sunday night’s Crowning Cabaret by host Daniel O’Donnell. The event, which was broadcast live
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John Kelly of Finn Valley AC has set a new Donegal and Ulster record in the Shot Putt while competing out in Portugal. Kelly reached 18.50m, on a day where he had numerous throws over the 18m mark. There were also Donegal athletes competing in the Youth Nations Cup against England yesterday. Patsy McGonagle had
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Tyrone will face Kerry in the All-Ireland Semi-Final after their 6 point loss to Dublin on Sunday afternoon at Healy Park in Omagh. 1-16 v 0-13 was how it finished in the final game of Group 2, with Dublin now meeting Mayo in the other All-Ireland Semi-Final. Francis Mooney reports for Highland Radio Sport…
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Division 1 St Michael’s 1-16 V 2-06 Sean Mac Cumhaill Bundoran 1-14 V 2-12 Glenswilly St Eunan’s 1-16 V 0-15 Naomh Conaill Gaoth Dobhair 2-13 V 1-10 Milford Division 2 Termon 1-10 V 3-07 Dungloe – Friday Buncrana 2-12 V 2-09 Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon Ardara 1-15 V 2-05 Termon St Naul’s 4-07 V 1-07 Four
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St. Michael’s have strengthened their position in Division 1 as they hope for survival after a 1-16 v 2-06 over Sean Mac Cumhaills on Sunday afternoon. Tom Comack reports for Highland Radio Sport…
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Derry City will look to take another step towards defending their EA Sports Cup crown on Monday when they host Waterford at the Brandywell. The Candystripes are the most successful team in the League Cup competition – winning the trophy 11 times in total. Manager Declan Devine is well aware of Derry’s success but told
Derry City host Waterford in EA Sports Cup Semi-Final – Preview Read More »
Donegal’s 2019 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship campaign came to an end yesterday as they finished third in Group 1 of the Super 8s. Their 1-14 v 1-10 defeat to Mayo meant that Kerry and the Westerners will go through to the All-Ireland Semi-Finals where they will play Dublin and Tyrone. Former Donegal star Brendan Devenney
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Brigade defeated Glendermott to win the North West Senior Cup yesterday in their 2 innings clash. The trophy will be going back to Beechgrove thanks to their 226 run victory. Eamonn McLaughlin joined Pauric Hilferty on Sunday Sport to discuss their victory…
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Brigade picked up their second North West Senior Cup title in two years yesterday, defeating Glendermott by 226 runs at Eglinton. It’s a mere formality that they will win the North West Premier Division, but they could win another 3 trophies this year if things go their way. After yesterday’s win, Eamonn McLaughlin spoke with
Brigade beat Glendermott to win NW Senior Cup – Reaction Read More »
Donegal’s dreams of reaching an All-Ireland SFC Semi-Final for the first time since 2014 came to an end at McHale Park, Castlebar today. They lost out to Mayo by 1-14 v 1-10 – with Donegal’s goal coming from the penalty spot. Michael Murphy scored his second penalty in as many games on his way to
Declan Bonner reacts to Donegal’s Championship exit in Castlebar Read More »
Mayo brought a level of intensity and physicality that Donegal hadn’t experienced yet in their Super 8s clash on Saturday evening. That’s according to Donegal captain Michael Murphy. The Westerners are into their 8th semi-final in 9 years following the 1-14 v 1-10 win over Donegal today. Declan Bonner’s side just needed a draw to
It’s hard to take – Michael Murphy on loss to Mayo Read More »
Donegal bow out of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship at the Super 8s stage for the second year in a row following their 1-14 v 1-10 loss to Mayo in Castlebar on Saturday evening. Declan Bonner’s men needed just a draw to go through but Mayo piled the pressure on Donegal and they were able
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Rhys Irwin had a third placed finish at the British Talent Cup at the Czech Republic Moto GP earlier today. Irwin had qualified third which meant he started the race on the front row, despite being 18kg heavier than the next heaviest rider. It’s the first time the Irish tricolour has been flown at a
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John Quigg has stepped down as Institute manager after just two competitive games in charge. Quigg has taken up a position with the FAI as Regional Education Officer for the North West. He took over as manager in April 2019 from interim boss Kevin Doherty. The club have thanked Quigg for the work he has
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All-Ireland Champions Dublin visit Healy Park, Omagh tomorrow as Tyrone and Dublin look to progress from Group 2 as winners. Dublin are looking for their fifth All-Ireland title in a row this year while the Red Hands are looking for their first All-Ireland crown since 2008. Tom Comack spoke with Alan Rodgers of the Ulster
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The Donegal/ Derry Vipers are going to Arranmore Island next weekend for a historic event. They’ll be playing the first American Football game played on an Irish island on Saturday 10th August. Vipers Chairman Paddy Maguire and Adrian Begley of Arranmore Island Council and the Arranmore GAA Committee joined Chris Ashmore on Saturday Sport to
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There’s not long to go now before Donegal’s crucial Super 8s clash with Mayo at McHale Park, Castlebar. 6pm is the throw-in time, and Oisin Kelly set the scene live from Castlebar on Saturday Sport…
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The Finn Harps U15s recorded two Dublin Cup group wins at the AUL Complex in Clonshaugh, Dublin today. The Harps boys hada 1-0 victory over Finnish side Ekenas with Barry McGee getting the goal. In the final group game the Harps 15s won 3-1 against the Lisburn League from Northern Ireland where Josh Gallagher scored twice and Ruairi
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Finn Harps have confirmed the signing of Ruairi Harkin. The 29-year-old midfielder was previously with Irish League side Cliftonville. It will be Harkin’s second spell at Finn Park having made 12 appearances in the early part of 2009 while on loan from Derry City. Ruairi is looking forward to now being part of a Harps
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On today’s GAA Preview the focus is very much on the big game of the weekend – the meeting of Donegal and Mayo in their crunch All-Ireland SFC Super 8s Phase 3 clash this evening in Castlebar. Tom Comack has been looking ahead to the big game with Ryan Ferry of the Donegal News… Former
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Four projects in Donegal have been granted funding under the Leader Programme. The LEADER Rural Development Programme aims to improve the quality of life in rural areas and to encourage diversification of economic activity in rural area €12,300 has been granted for a feasibility study on the development of Bruckless Railway Community Park and
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Minister Joe Mc Hugh says the government is trying to source funding for developments at Greencastle Harbour, and some progress is being made. Minister Mc Hugh was speaking as the second phase of a major €14 million development of Killybegs Harbour was confirmed. Asked about Greencastle, he said the harbour doesn’t come under the control
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Irish Water has commenced works at Ardnagappary East as part of the Gweedore Sewerage Scheme. The utility working in partnership with Donegal County Council is currently developing a new sewerage scheme for the area. As part of the initial phase of the project, Irish Water says it will be necessary to install approximately 2.5km
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Finn Harps hopes of playing Premier Division football next year had a boost on Friday night when they defeated Bohemians by a goal to nil. Harry Ascroft scored the only goal of the game as Harps opened up a 6 point gap ahead of bottom side UCD – but the students do still have one
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Finn Harps’ fantastic run in the second half of the season continues as they were 1-0 winners over Bohemians on Friday night at Finn Park. It’s their third league win in a row, with all three coming by the way of a 1-0 scoreline. Harry Ascroft scored the winner yet again for Ollie Horgan’s side.
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Derry City now sit third in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division table thanks to their 3-1 win over UCD on Friday night in Belfield. UCD took the lead on 31 minutes through Mark Dignam before Jamie McDonagh equalised for the Candystripes 4 minutes before the half-time whistle. The second half saw Derry score twice
Derry City move up to third with win over UCD – Declan Devine Reaction Read More »
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Friday August 2nd:
Main Evening News, Sport and Obituaries Friday August 2nd Read More »
The development of gymnastics satellite clubs in Donegal in partnership with Citadel Gymnastics Club in Letterkenny is the latest initiative being rolled out under the North West Sporting Pathways Programme. Donegal Sports Partnership (DSP) provided support to get the initiative up and running. Earlier this year it organised a coaching course delivered by Gymnastics Ireland
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