It’s been revealed that Derry City and Strabane District Council may be set to launch a new legal bid against a decision by Northern Ireland’s Department of Economy in relation to prospecting licences. The department granted a licence for mineral prospecting in advance of a full public enquiry into controversial gold mining plans. Sinn Féin […]
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Kilmacrennan’s Richard Kerr had another great weekend at round 6 of the British Superbike Championship in the Dickies Supersport class at Snetterton this weekend. Riding the Campbell Motorsport triumph Richard had a steady few practice sessions and qualifying yesterday where he qualified in 13th position (10th Supersport) as the Moto two class runs alongside the
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Micheál Martin says there’s growing anger in the north over the failure to restore power-sharing at Stormont. The Fianna Fail leader says there could have been a better conversation about Brexit between nationalists and unionists, if the northern assembly and executive were together. Deputy Martin says meeting senior citizens along with SDLP candidates in Newry,
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A dispute involving 10,000 health service workers over the implementation of a job evaluation scheme will come before the Labour Court today. SIPTU, the HSE, the Department of Health and the Department of Public Expenditure will attend the court’s intervention. Strike action by SIPTU members remains deferred pending the outcome of the talks. SIPTU Health
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Library supports in Donegal are set for a major boost. Under the Dormant Accounts Action Plan 2019 €650,000 has been provided to library supports for marginalised, socially excluded and disadvantaged communities nationally. Over €26,578 is being contributed by the Department of Rural and Community Development with Donegal County Council contributing €8,859 in funding which will
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An Action Group has been established in response to the erection of fencing in Portnoo which blocks access to Castlegoland beach. The Save Our Beach at Castlegoland Action Group are disputing the newly installed electric fence and gates around Narin and Portnoo Golf Links which they say block various rights of way through the property.
Action Group set up following blocking of access to Castlegoland beach Read More »
Shane Lowry has given Irish sport a magical day by winning the Open Championship on the island of Ireland. He finished six shots clear of the field on -15 to claim the Claret Jug. Denis Kirwan reports… Lowry spoke with Sky Sports after the win…
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Donegal will go into their final Super 8s game against Mayo in Castlebar off the back of a fantastic performance against Kerry today. The sides finished level at 1-20 apiece but both sides did have chances to put the game away. After the match, Donegal manager Declan Bonner told Tom Comack that they have another
We still feel there’s another level there – Declan Bonner after Kerry draw Read More »
Donegal and Kerry played out one of the games of the Championship so far today at GAA Headquarters as both sides were looking for their second win of the Super 8s. They each had a share of the spoils however as they finished with 1-20 apiece. Michael Murphy scored Donegal’s goal from the penalty spot
WATCH: Donegal and Kerry draw following epic encounter at Croke Park Read More »
Jason Quigley suffered his first loss since the start of his Professional Boxing career on Thursday night, losing his NABF Middleweight title to Tureano Johnson. The fight was stopped by Quigley’s trainer Dominic Ingle after the 9th round of action. Former IBF World Champion Glenn McCory says that Quigley will bounce back and that the
Jason Quigley speaks about his first Professional Loss on Sunday Sport Read More »
Buncrana Roads Policing Unit has detected a driver travelling at over twice the posted speed limit through St.Johnston. Officers recorded the driver at 125km/h in the 50km/h zone. Proceedings have been commenced through a Fixed Charge Penalty Notice.
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An investigation has been launched into a fire at a derelict building in Newtowncunningham. The blaze is believed to have broken out some time overnight. No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire and Garda enquiries are ongoing.
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John Kelly of Finn Valley AC has set a new Donegal and Ulster record in the Shot Putt, reaching 18.01m as he was competing in Sweden. Elsewhere, Sommer Lecky had a 5th place finish in the High-Jump Final at the European U20 Championships. In the National League Finals, Finn Valley AC are back into the
Athletics Review: New Donegal & Ulster Record for John Kelly Read More »
The Finn Harps U19’s got back to winning ways on Saturday as Joe Boyle’s side recorded a 3-1 win over Athlone Town at Finn Park. The results keeps the Harps 19s very well placed to make the knockout stages of the National League competition. Goal scorers yesterday for Boyle’s side were Keenan Diver, Gabby Aduaka
Welcome win for Harps U19s Read More »
The Finn Harps U17s maintained their bid to retain the National League title with an excellent 2-1 away win over Athlone Town on Saturday. It was the Black brothers from Kilmacrennan who bagged the all important goals for Declan Boyle’s side. Conor’s reputation for finishing from free-kicks came up trumps again as his super set-piece
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50,000 children living in border counties will be negatively impacted if there is a “No Deal” Brexit. That’s according to the Children’s Rights Alliance, which says it’s seriously concerned about the psychological impact a potential hard border could have on them. Chief Executive of the charity, Tanya Ward, says she’s also worried about a hard
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It was a bumper weekend of action in the North West Cricket Union Premier Division and Championship. Brigade edged ever closer to the Premier Division title, which could be won next week if results go their way while Bready had a surprise loss to Eglinton. In the Championship, St. Johnston were winners over Fox Lodge
Cricket Review: Brigade edge closer to Premier Division title Read More »
There’s been anger in Moville after a video showing public seating being deliberately damaged has been shared online. The video appears to show at least two people jumping on recently painted benches in the town causing serious damage to them. It’s understood that the Gardaí have been made aware of the incident.
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The Super 8s clash between Donegal and Kerry gets underway at 4pm at Croke Park. Both sides are looking for their second wins in this year’s Super 8s campaign after Donegal beat Meath and Kerry overcame Mayo last weekend. Oisin Kelly and Brendan Kilcoyne are in Croke Park for Highland Radio Sport and they had
Donegal v Kerry Team News from Croke Park Read More »
Division 1 Cloughaneely 1-19 V 2-06 Glenswilly Sean Mac Cumhaill 2-13 V 1-08 Milford St Eunan’s 1-06 V 1-11 Kilcar Naomh Conaill 2-13 V 0-13 St Michael’s Division 2 Naomh Columba 1-06 V 0-12 Termon, Aodh Ruadh BS 3-14 V 1-08 Four Masters Killybegs 1-18 V 2-11 Glenfin, Division 3 Naomh Bríd 2-16 V 3-13
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Join the Highland team of Oisin Kelly, Brendan Kilcoyne and Martin McHugh at Croke Park – for the big match build up and full live Match commentary at 4pm – on air and online at highlandradio.com. Highland’s coverage is in association with Gal Oil.– Fuel You Can trust at Clady Bridge Castlefin. Your One Stop Shop
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It was a good day for Conor and Oisin Orr as they picked up wins at Cartmel and at the Curragh respectively. Conor kicked off the day with a win in the Join Racing TV Now Novices’ Hurdle at Cartmel, riding the Noel C Kelly trained Decor Irlandais to victory. Oisin then won his race in
Wins for Orr brothers at Cartmel and Curragh Read More »
Tyrone came from being 7 points down coming to the end of the first half to defeat Cork by 2-15 v 2-12 on Saturday evening at Croke Park. Francis Mooney reports… After the match, Tyrone manager Mickey Harte spoke with the assembled media…
Superb Tyrone comeback seals second Super 8s win – FT Report & Reaction Read More »
Leah Gallen of Raphoe Boxing Club won the National U18 Championship today at 69kg at the National Stadium. Gallen defeated Mary Enright of Setanta in her final bout earlier on this evening. It’s the young puncher’s 5th National title.
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Golf in the North West of Ireland is certainly in a good place at the moment. The 2018 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open, which was held at Ballyliffin GC, showcased the beauty of the region to millions around the world and it has become a hotbed for golf enthusiasts around the world to visit. The
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This year’s O’Neills Foyle Cup gets underway on Monday and the organisers are delighted that in recent days another two professional clubs declared they will be competing in the event which takes place across the North west region from July 22nd-27th. Motherwell FC and Carlisle Utd FC are late entrants at under 13 and 15
Foyle Cup preview with Michael Hutton Read More »
Sommer Lecky was outside the medals in the European Under-20 Athletics Championships in Sweden. The Finn Valley AC teenager cleared 1.75 metres on her first attempt. She was unsuccessful with her first jump over 1.80m but cleared it the second time. However, she was unable to clear 1.84 m and so made her exit, and
5th place finish for Lecky in Sweden Read More »
The Donegal Ladies were beaten by Tyrone on Saturday in their All-Ireland Ladies Championship Group Series clash in Mullingar. It finished 3-12 v 3-09 with two of Tyrone’s goals coming very early in the second half. Donegal had trailed 1-03 v 0-00 at one point in the first half. After the match, Donegal manager Maxi
We can have no complaints – Maxi Curran after loss to Tyrone Read More »
Donegal will hope to go top of Group 1 of the Super 8s tomorrow when they face off against Kerry in Croke Park. Both sides won last time out, with Kerry sitting just ahead of Donegal on points difference. It’s an eagerly awaited clash between the Ulster Champions and the Munster Kingpins. Former Donegal All-Ireland
GAA Preview: Eamon McGee looks ahead to Donegal v Kerry Read More »
The Donegal Ladies will be up against it in the All-Ireland Ladies Championship Group Series after they were beaten by Tyrone on Saturday. 3-12 v 3-09 was the final score in TEG Cusack Park, Mullingar. Paddy Hunter was there for Highland Radio Sport…
Tyrone Ladies too strong for Donegal in All-Ireland Championship Group Series Read More »
Kerry, as well as Donegal, are looking for their second win of this year’s Super 8s when the sides meet at GAA Headquarters tomorrow. They disposed of Mayo in the first game last week, beating the Westerners comfortably. 1987 All-Ireland winner with Kerry Barry O’Shea spoke with Tom Comack about the mood in the Kingdom
GAA Preview: Kerry are more cautious going into Donegal game Read More »
Tyrone will look for their second win of this year’s Super 8s when they play Cork at Croke Park this evening. The Red Hands defeated Roscommon last time out while the Rebels lost out to All-Ireland champions Dublin. Tom Comack looked ahead to this evening’s fixture with former Tyrone All-Star John Lynch…
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Derry City are now unbeaten in the league since the 21st of May following their 3-0 win over Sligo Rovers at the Brandywell last night. Junior Ogedi-Uzokwe, Jamie McDonagh and Jack Malone all found the back of the Sligo net. Martin Holmes spoke with Derry assistant boss Kevin Deery after the win… Goalscorer Jamie McDonagh
Derry’s unbeaten run continues – Reaction to win over Sligo Read More »
A Derry Councillor has said that moves are underway to help counteract problems with boy racers gathering in a car park on the Lower Strand Road in the city. Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Cooper said “I have been speaking to the general manager of Home Bargains in relation to the boy racers gathering in their
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Ambulance staff will decide next Friday when they’ll have their next strike. 500 paramedics from the Psychiatric Nurses’ Association are on the picket-line until 2 o’clock this afternoon. It’s their second 24-hour strike over union recognition. The HSE refuses to deal with the National Ambulance Service Representative Association, a branch of the PNA. Sinead McGrath,
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Irish Water has confirmed that intermediary works in a bid to avoid another water outage in Falcarragh and Gortahork have been carried out. The area has been subject to numerous bursts in recent times with long awaited pipe replacement works scheduled to be carried out in Falcarragh in September. However, at a meeting yesterday the
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A South Donegal Deputy has called for access to care for patients to be made a priority for health chiefs in the new regional health areas. Health Minister Simon Harris revealed that the HSE would be divided up into six new regional health areas as part of a major shake-up to give more power and
Access to care must be priority in new regional health areas – Scanlon Read More »
Derry City were the winners of the latest edition of the North West Premier Division derby beating Sligo Rovers 3-0. Martin Holmes reports from the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium…
Derry City 3 v 0 Sligo Rovers – FT Report Read More »
Finn Harps have moved level on points with UCD at the bottom of the Premier Division after Friday night’s 0-1 win at Waterford United. Mikey Place converted from the penalty spot to give the Ballybofey side the points. UCD still have the advantage however as they have two games in hand. Next up for Harps
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Kerry have named their starting 15 for Sunday’s Super 8 clash with Donegal. Peter Keane makes two changes to his Kerry side with Jack Sherwood and Graham O’Sullivan replacing Shane Enright and James O’Donoghue.
Kerry make two changes for Donegal game Read More »
Finn Harps will head back to Donegal on Friday night with a set of full points after their 0-1 win at Waterford United. Matt Keane reports from Highland Radio Sport from the RSC Grounds…
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Main Evening News, Sport, Nuacht and Obituaries Friday July 19th:
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Finn Harps F.C. have announced the signing of Joshua Smith from German side SC Hessen Dreieich following official clearance from the FAI today. The 27-year-old central defender has signed a contract until the end of the 2019 season. Harps manager Ollie Horgan hopes that Smith, can add some extra competition for places at the back.
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Two Donegal initiatives have been revealed as finalists in the Restaurant Association of Ireland’s Foodie Destination 2019. The Food Coast Donegal and Donegal Town have both made the final list of Foodie Destination 2019 which aims to find the ultimate foodie destination in Ireland and celebrates the country’s unique food offerings as well as encouraging
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Jason Quigley says he will weigh up his options in the weeks ahead following his first professional defeat on Thursday night. Quigley’s record no stands at 16-1 and the loss also seen him lose his NABF Middleweight title to Tureano Johnston in California. Midway through the fight, Johnston began to inflict punishment on Quigley. The
Disappointed Quigley on not fulfilling his game plan Read More »
Donegal and Tyrone have named their teams for Saturday’s All Ireland Senior Ladies Championship Group 4 tie at Mullingar (Throw In 1.15pm). There is two changes to the Donegal team that lined out against Armagh in the Ulster Final. Anna Marie McGlynn and Niamh Hegarty are named to start in place of Megan Ryan and
Donegal & Tyrone Ladies name 15 for Mullingar battle Read More »
Donegal’s Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) has this week approved €476,000 for 14 new projects under the LEADER Rural Development Programme. The projects funded this week range from festivals to arts, sport and heritage projects to capital works type initiatives in community centres. Chair of the Donegal LCDC Cllr Martin McDermott believes that these
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A County Fermanagh man charged with dangerous driving causing the deaths of two people and serious bodily harm to another in Donegal last year has been returned for trial to the next sitting of Donegal Town Circuit Court, at Ballyshannon District Court. 21-year-old Joseph Gilroy, of Lisnaskea, County Fermanagh is charged with dangerous driving causing
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Ahead of the Super Eight clash of Donegal and Kerry, the word coming out of the kingdom is forward James O’Donoghue could miss the game. It’s understood he picked up an injury in last weekend’s win over Mayo in Killarney. O’Donoghue was the Football of the Year in 2014, the year Kerry beat Donegal in
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Plans for a Supermac’s outlet in Letterkenny have been rejected despite an An Bord Pleanala inspector recommending that the development be allowed to proceed. The council had originally approved the development on the Port Road but that was then appealed to An Bord Pleanala. The Council had granted permission to Atlantic Enterprises Limited for the
ABP reject Letterkenny Supermac’s plans despite its Inspector recommending permission Read More »
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