A formal planning application has now formally been submitted for the redevelopment of Burtonport Harbour in West Donegal. It’s understood that the project will tackle a number of issues currently causing difficulty at the site; these include the problem of limited parking at the pier, the need for better facilities for both the fishing […]
Burtonport Harbour redevelopment proceeds to formal planning process Read More »
John Breslin and Aengus Kennedy from Nature North West chat about common garden birds and their calls…
Bird Calls – The Song Thrush Read More »
An investigation is continuing after a vehicle was set alight in Letterkenny in the early hours of yesterday morning. Extensive damage has been caused to the car which was parked in the Meadowbank area of the town. Sgt Eunan Walsh is urging anyone with information or who was in the area between 4am and
Appeal for information after car destroyed by fire in local estate Read More »
The Community Garda Slot takes place on the Nine til Noon Show every Tuesday after 10am. You can watch this week’s Community Garda Slot below.
WATCH: The Nine til Noon Show’s Community Garda Slot Read More »
Gardai are investigating a serious assault in Letterkenny. The unprovoked attack happened in the Upper Main Street area of the town on Wednesday night last shortly before 11pm The victim, a young male, was treated for serious facial injuries as a result of the assault. Sgt Eunan Walsh is urging anyone with information to
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Police believe a missing man from County Tyrone may be in Donegal. William McConnell was last seen on Saturday, getting on a bus to Omagh but ended up in Enniskillen, before making his way to Donegal. Police say that the missing man does not have his medication with him and his family are “extremely
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The main approach road into Letterkenny is said to be gridlocked this morning as planned works get underway. The four lane road between the Dry Arch and Polestar roundabouts has been reduced to only one lane as works by Irish Water are due to commence, resulting in traffic chaos. It had been thought that
Traffic chaos in Letterkenny as Irish Water works begin Read More »
Efforts are underway to install traffic calming measures in two notorious border villages where major issues of speeding and minor collisions have been highlighted in recent years. Both Killea and Carrigans are to be assessed by Donegal County Council with a view towards establishing measures to slow traffic down and to improve current safety
Efforts underway to install traffic calming measures in notorious border villages Read More »
The UK Government has announced a £105M economic package for the Derry City and Strabane City Region. The investment package announced comprises a £50M ‘City Deal’ and a £55M ‘Inclusive Future Fund’. It’s anticipated today’s announcement will be at least matched by a similar commitment from the NI and eventually lead to an overall
Significant City Deal & Economic Package confirmed for Derry & Strabane Read More »
Donegal had the highest number of social housing refusals outside of the Dublin area in recent years. Figures obtained under the Freedom of Information Act have revealed that between 2016 and 2018, Donegal had a total of 344 refusals over the two year period. Cllr Martin McDermott says there needs to be a complete
Donegal has highest number of social housing refusals outside of Dublin Read More »
A local councillor in the Stranorlar area has spoken of his disgust following the discovery of a large illegal dump. The discovery was made over the bank holiday weekend when walkers in the Goland area of Ballybofey came upon a large pile of domestic waste dumped at the scenic location. It comes following the discovery
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Northern Ireland’s main political parties begin talks in Belfast later aiming to restore power-sharing. They agreed to start talking last month after the Stormont executive collapsed more than two years ago. The fresh negotiations follow remarks made at the funeral of journalist Lyra McKee by priest Martin Magill – urging politicians to unite.
Fresh talks to begin at Stormont later Read More »
The roads body overseeing the Blue Banks road upgrade project has confirmed it’s examining options to extend the new cycle lanes along the route. It’s as part of €19.3 million euro project to upgrade the busy route. The emergence of the possible extension of the cycle lanes along the route come following correspondence between Transport
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Downings won the Donegal Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta crown today at Magheragallon when they defeated Gaoth Dobhair by 1-09 v 1-06. They will now go on to the All-Ireland Finals in Gallaras in Kerry where they will hope to retain the All-Ireland crown they won when they hosted the tournament last year. Tom Comack reports
Downings are 2019 Donegal Comórtas Peile an Gaeltachta Champions Read More »
Kilcar are heading to the 2019 Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta All-Ireland Finals, which is being held in Gallaras, Co. Kerry on the Bank Holiday weekend in June. They overcame Gaoth Dobhair in today’s final on a scoreline of 1-09 v 0-09. Tom Comack was there for Highland Radio Sport… After the match, Tom spoke with
Kilcar progress to All-Ireland Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta Senior Finals Read More »
Donegal Gardaí have spoken of their disappointment following a number of arrests over the bank holiday weekend relating to drink and drug driving. The force have said some arrests were made at checkpoints when drivers failed roadside breath tests. Other arrests came after Gardaí observed motorists driving under the while on patrol. With roads getting
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Kilmacrennan’s Richard Kerr had another great weekend at the second round of the British Superbike Championship. Kerr qualified in 12th position for the Sprint race on Sunday and after a great start was holding onto 8th position overall but more importantly 5th in the Supersport class and was looking at a career best of 5th
Another positive weekend for Richard Kerr Read More »
The government is being warned it faces a major increase in the cost of caring for the elderly if it doesn’t act now. In the next 12 years the population of over 60s will increase by 50 percent and within the next 30 years experts predict caring for older citizens could cost 4.5 billion per
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Former Northern Irish goalkeeper Pat Jennings and former English footballer and manager Alan Mullery were in Derry this past Friday night for a Spurs Legends night. Jennings played 119 games for Northern Ireland, which to this day is a record for a Northern Ireland goalkeeper and was a world record at the time. He played
Pat Jennings and Alan Mullery reflect on their careers Read More »
Donegal got their preparations for their Ulster Senior Football Championship opener against Fermanagh off to a good start today as they defeated Down in a challenge game at Tullylish. 0-15 v 1-10 was the final score in favour of Declan Bonner’s men. Ryan Ferry reports for Highland Radio Sport…
Donegal beat Down ahead of Ulster SFC opener v Fermanagh Read More »
There first action in the local horse racing season took place today at Carrickadawson outside of St. Johnston. Colly O’Donnell joined Pauric Hilferty on Sunday Sport to run through all the winners today…
Local Horse Racing Review with Colly O’Donnell Read More »
Donegal will have a new boxing club after Lifford Boxing Club was announced last week. Ballindrait man Dennis Lafferty will run the club, relying on his experience boxing for Raphoe and his work as a personal trainer to help him along the way. Dennis and Peter O’Donnell, who was one of a few key figures
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The North West Cricket season got underway in it’s earnest this week as a full programme of games was played in the Premiership. Eamonn McLaughlin reviewed the weekend’s action on Sunday Sport with Pauric Hilferty and they started with yesterday’s featured game here on Highland Radio… Full Results Below: PREMIER DIVISION At The Holm, Donemana
Cricket Review 05 May 2019 – NW Cricket Season Up and Running Read More »
Premier Division Promotion/Relegation Playoff Clonmany 1 v 3 Cockhill Youths Premier Division Buncrana 1 v 2 Glengad Utd Carn FC 1 v 6 Greencastle – 15 wins in a row for the Champions
Cockhill Youths clinch Premier promotion in Inishowen – Results 05/05/19 Read More »
Brian McCormick Sports & Premier Cappry Rovers 0 vs 4 Castlefin Celtic Keadue Rovers FC 0 vs 3 Donegal Town FC Kilmacrennan Celtic FC 1 vs 1 Kildrum Tigers Castlefin Celtic are top of the table, two points clear of Kilmacrennan Celtic, with just one game left to play.
Advantage Castlefin in DJL Title Race – Results 05/05/19 Read More »
Ulster have booked a date with Glasgow in the Pro14 Semi-Finals following a hard-fought 21-13 win over Connacht yesterday at the Kingspan Stadium. Munster are also through to the last 4 thanks to a late JJ Hanrahan penalty that saw them scrape over the line against Benetton. Alex McDonald reviewed yesterday’s action as well as
Pro14 and North West Rugby Season Review Read More »
Donegal jockey Oisin Orr had a winner today at Gowran Park. Orr rode 9/2 shot Manqoosh to victory for trainer Dermot Weld in the BetVictor Bet #5 Get #30 Offer Median. It was a good race for Orr and Manqoosh as they tracked the leaders and led a furlong out, staying on well to take
Winner for Orr at Gowran Park Read More »
There are calls on the owners of abandoned and derelict houses in Letterkenny to ensure they are well secured. The call comes after a fire broke out at a derelict house in the Long Lane area of the town yesterday evening, Saturday 4th May. Units of the Donegal Fire Service were called to the scene
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Gardaí in Letterkenny have made one arrest after a dealership in the town was raided and a vehicle stolen overnight. The thieves are understood to have broken into Diver’s Hyundai dealership on Canal Road at approximately 2.30am this morning, causing damage to the property. The gang then stole a jeep from the forecourt and are
Man arrested after burglary at Letterkenny dealership Read More »
There’s been a surge in support for smaller parties in Northern Ireland’s local elections. All 462 seats have now been filled, with the DUP coming out on top, despite securing less seats than in the last election. Sinn Fein, which saw its vote drop slightly, came in second. Northern Ireland’s local election has seen the
NI Elections: DUP comes out on top, smaller parties enjoy surge Read More »
Eoghain McGinley won the men’s section of the North West 10k on Sunday, ahead of Mark McPaul and Karol Duggan. The Women’s section was won by Maria McCambridge and she finished ahead of Fionnuala Diver in second and Monica McGranaghan in third. Patsy McGonagle ran through all the category winners on Sunday Sport with Pauric
Eoghain McGinley and Maria McCambridge are the 2019 North West 10k Winners Read More »
Division 1 Cloughaneely 0-12 V 4-09 Naomh Conaill Sean Mac Cumhaill 0-09 V 1-09 Glenswilly St Eunan’s 1-06 V 2-09 Milford Bundoran 2-07 V 1-16 St Michael’s Division 2 St Naul’s 3-07 V 0-09 Glenfin Killybegs 1-13 V 0-12 Four Masters Ardara 4-10 V 0-05 Buncrana Division 3 Malin 3-10 V 0-16 Convoy Naomh Bríd
Donegal All-County League Results 04 May 2019 Read More »
Jockey Martin Harley picked up another win in Hong Kong overnight at Sha Tin. The Trentagh man rode the Poon Fai Yiu trained Allied Agility to victory in The Swaine Cup Handicap. This is Harley’s third win in Hong Kong, with his last two both coming in the month of March.
Third win for Harley in Hong Kong Read More »
Lotto excitement has hit Letterkenny, Co. Donegal after a ticket worth €250,000 was sold in the town. The lucky ticket won the top prize of €250,000 on last night’s Lotto Plus 2 draw. Last night’s Lotto Plus 2 top prize winner of €250,000 purchased their winning Quick Pick ticket at the Eason’s store in the
Latest winning lotto ticket sold in Letterkenny Read More »
Finn Harps U19s have joined Bohemians at the top of the table in the SSE Airtricity Under 19 Northern Elite Division following their 2-0 win over Shelbourne today at Finn Park. Harps, who recorded their 5th win in a row today, have a game in hand on Bohs and will look to maintain their unbeaten
Harps U19s go joint top of table with win over Shels Read More »
The local horse racing season gets underway this Sunday, May 5th at Carrickadawson outside St. Johnston. The first race if off at 2.30pm with an 8 race card down for decision. Last year’s National Champions Dylan Browne McMonagle will feature heavily on the opening day. Oisin Kelly looked ahead to the action both tomorrow and
Local Horse Racing Season gets underway tomorrow – Colly O’Donnell previews the action Read More »
Manus Kelly and Rory Kennedy sit seventh overall in the Hyundai i20 heading into Day 2 of the International Rally of the Lakes in Killarney. They are 2 minutes 39.5 seconds off the leader’s pace. Manus spoke with Martin Walsh after finishing today and says he’s happy with how the car is performing… Craig Breen
Manus Kelly sits 7th after Day 1 in Killarney Read More »
The Sheephaven Half is a middle distance triathlon organised by Letterkenny 24/7 Triathlon club, which takes place in and around Downings on the 29th June. This is the second year of the event and already they have secured the Irish National Championships with close to 400 competitors to take to the water on Saturday 29th
Letterkenny 24/7 Triathlon Club’s ‘Sheephaven Half’ to take place on June 29th Read More »
It’s been confirmed that the The National Road Cycling Championships will be hosted in the North West at the end of next month. The Foyle Cycling Club will stage the event for the first in June and will welcome the best riders from Ireland and International full time professional for three days of action. The
Foyle Cycling Club to stage The National Road Cycling Championships next month Read More »
There was double joy for the Finn Harps U17 and U19s in the Twin Towns this afternoon against two Shelbourne teams. At Finn Park, Joe Boyle’s U19s had a 2-0 win over Shels thanks to second half goals from Michael Gallagher and Gabby Aduaka. Meanwhile, across at the Finn Valley Centre, Declan Boyle’s U17s recorded
Wins for Harps U17s and U19s Read More »
The Donegal U20s preparations for their Ulster U20 Championship first round clash with Fermanagh on June 28th begins on Monday when they travel to Ballina to face Mayo in the Regional League at 3pm. The League also pits Donegal against Roscommon and neighbours Tyrone. St. Naul’s Peadar Mogan will captain the side this year having
GAA Preview: Gary McDaid looks ahead to Donegal U20s’ season Read More »
The 2019 North West Women’s Super League gets underway in the coming week. Illies are the defending champions and they will open their account against new side Swilly while the other new side in this year’s league are Culdaff and they take on Greencastle. The other fixture in the opening round of games sees Fanad
North West Women’s Super League Preview Read More »
The 23rd North West 10k Charity Run & Walk will start at 2 p.m sharp on the Pearse Road tomorrow (Sunday). There is little time left to enter as the pre-registration ends at 6pm this evening (Saturday), but registration will be open before the race on tomorrow. Brendan McDaid looked ahead to tomorrow’s event with
Last Call for North West 10k Registrations Read More »
The Dubai Duty Free Irish Open – one of the lucrative Rolex series of events on the European Tour – will be staged West of the Shannon for the first time ever at the iconic Lahinch Golf Club in Co.Clare. Denis Kirwan paid a visit to this historic links golf course to speak with those
Paul McGinley talks about 2019 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open in Lahinch Read More »
Harps U15s look to extend unbeaten run The Finn Harps U15s will aim to maintain their unbeaten start to the new season when they welcome Monaghan United-Cavan FP to An Screabán, home of Gweedore Celtic, this afternoon (kick-off 3:30pm). To date in the National League Northern Section, Harps have had two home wins and two
Harps Underage Previews – U15s and U13s Read More »
WBO European Super-Bantamweight champion Tyrone McCullagh defended his title for the first time against Alvaro Rodriguez of Spain in Newcastle last night. McCullagh won the bout via unanimous decision, with the judges scoring it 98-92, 98-92 and 96-94. The win now moves the Derry boxer to 13-0 (6 KO’s).
McCullagh eases to victory in first European title defense Read More »
Derry City came from 2 goals behind to rescue a draw with Dundalk away at Oriel Park on Friday night. The Lilywhites took the lead through Patrick Hoban on 51 minutes, and doubled their advantage just nine minutes later when Hoban struck his second. Derry pulled one back on 68 minutes when Darren Cole found
Derry City have showed they can battle back – Eoghan Stokes following draw with Dundalk Read More »
Counting continues on day two of Northern Ireland’s local elections. Despite some councils having finished, others are only starting to be tallied up. So far, Sinn Fein and the DUP are in a battle for the most seats across the 11 local councils. Other parties are still playing catch up with the likes of the
NI Elections: Gains for Alliance Party in Derry Read More »
Reports suggest the UK Government is ‘optimistic’ it could reach a Brexit compromise with Labour. Theresa May’s thought to be working on a deal with Jeremy Corbyn – likely to involve an EU customs arrangement. Both their parties suffered big election losses this week. Justice secretary David Gauke says that ‘punishment’ shows they have no
UK Government ‘optimistic’ on Brexit compromise with Labour Read More »
Counting is set to begin all over again this morning to see who will fill the remaining seats on Northern Ireland’s 11 local councils. Some areas counted through the night to finish up, but in areas like Belfast and Omagh some wards are only getting started today. As things stand, the DUP and Sinn Fein
DUP and SF hold positions as counting continues in NI elections Read More »
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