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McGonagle and McGranaghan claim victory in Donegal Half Marathon

The Donegal Half Marathon took place today in Letterkenny with over 400 participants. The race was won by Ciaran McGonagle AC in 1:15.56 ahead of Martin Lynch of Milford AC and Gavin Crawford of 24/7 Triathlon Club. Karol Doherty (Inishowen) won the Wheelchair section and was second overall. The first female home was Monica McGranaghan of […]

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Paddy McLaughlin and Michael McCrudden react to Institute’s win over Warrenpoint

Institute have 6 points from a possible 9 and are 2 wins from 2 at home in the NIFL Premiership. ‘Stute beat Warrenpoint Town by 2 goals to nil today, a brace from Michael McCrudden being the difference between the two sides. Next up for Institute in the league is Coleraine away next week. After the

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Athletics: Titles and Medals coming to the North West from National Masters Track & Field Championships

There are plenty of Gold, Silver and Bronze medals coming to the North West after today’s National Masters Track & Field Championships. There were medals in the Shot, various Walks and many many more for the North West Athletes after a fantastic day of action. Patsy McGonagle wrapped the day’s action on Highland Saturday Sport…

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GAA Preview: Galway and Limerick face off in All-Ireland SHC Final

Galway and Limerick will do battle in Croke Park on Sunday in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final. Galway overcame Clare in their semi-final after a replay and Limerick had an extra-time over Cork. Tom Comack has been speaking to Galway Bay FM’s Sean Walsh about the Tribesmen’s bid for back to back All-Ireland titles

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Positive Day so far for Donegal athletes at National Masters Track & Field

It’s been a very positive day for far for Donegal athletes at the National Masters Track & Field Championships. Bosco Reid won the National title in the Shot and there were 3 National Walk titles from Sinead McConnell, Margaret Reid and Brian Ó Domhnaill, as well as other places for Donegal athletes. Highland’s Athletics Correspondent

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Mc Conalogue fails to secure recall of Agriculture Committee

A Donegal Deputy has hit out at the Agriculture Minister over what he says is Michael Creed’s faliure to grasp the urgency of the fodder crisis. Deputy Charlie Mc Conalogue was speaking after it emerged the minister will not appear before the Agriculture Committee to address the ongoing fodder crisis until September 4th. Deputy Mc

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Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter group on Belfast fact finding visit

A group from the Cathedral Quarter in Letterkenny has travelled to Belfast to explore how emphasising heritage can lead to economic regeneration. The group met with a number of people involved in similar projects there. On avisit to Clifton House, the Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Group met with the Belfast Charitable Society to discuss their involvement

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SIPTU workers vote for strike at RAP in Gweedore

SIPTU members at the Rapid Action Packaging plant in Gweedore have voted 97% in favour of strike action. The action is in response to the company’s refusal to recognise workers rights to union representation for collective bargaining purposes at the factory. The Union says representatives remain available to enter discussions at any time with management

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€12m Irish Water replacement and rehabilitation project for Donegal

Irish Water has announced a €12 million replacement and rehabilitation project for Donegal. Works are due to begin next month to replace approximately 40km of ageing water mains across 13 priority sections in the county. The works which are expected to take around 14 months to complete will involve the decommissioning and replacement of approximately

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Timing of post office closures ‘deliberate’, says Donegal TD

A Donegal Deputy has heavily criticised what he terms as the ‘ deafening silence from Government on the closure of 162 post offices nationwide – Thirteen of them in Donegal. 12 closures have already taken place across the country with Churchill post office closing its doors last Friday. It’s feared that the majority will be

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Illies Celtic wrap up a second North West Women’s Super League title

Illies Celtic retained the North West Women’s Super League title on Thursday night thanks to a 2-0 away win at title rivals Bonagee United. Second half goals by Paula McGrory and Kirsty Downey sealed the deal for John Doherty’s team and back to back titles. The Inishowen side were the winners of the inaugural competition

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Pressure on Government to call emergency meeting on Mica progress

The Government has been urged to call an emergency meeting after the expert panel report on Mica affected homes in Donegal was brought under the spotlight this week. The National Standards Authority of Ireland identified the publication of the report as a significant event in its 2017 calendar. Cllr. Martin McDermott believes this national attention

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Female students continue to outperform males in Leaving Cert

Female students continue to outperform their male counterparts in the Leaving Cert. The State Examinations Commission has released a gender breakdown of this year’s results. As in previous years, female students did better in languages – outperforming male students in English, French and German. One of the biggest gaps was in higher Irish where half

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Further works on Letterkenny Sewerage Scheme to begin next month

Irish Water, working in partnership with Donegal County Council is to begin works on phase three of the Letterkenny Sewerage Scheme in September. When completed, the Letterkenny Sewerage Scheme will help to enable long term social and economic development of the town. The works will be carried out by Cleantech Group on behalf of Irish

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Donegal Half Marathon and Team Challenge Cup Gets Underway This Weekend

The 2018 Donegal Half Marathon and Team Challenge Cup gets underway this Sunday, 19th August and a large turnout is expected. Starting at 9.20am, this year’s Donegal Half Marathon will be officially launched by Cathaoirleach of the Letterkenny Municipal District Cllr Ian McGarvey. Online registration closes at 5pm on Friday 17th August and final registration

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Gardai attending scene of road traffic incident in Letterkenny

Gardai are currently attending the scene of a road traffic incident at the Polestar roundabout Letterkenny. It’s understood that a tractor transporting hay bales has overturned blocking the inside lane of the roundabout. Gardai are warning motorists this afternoon to expect delays until the situation is resolved. The road is expected to be cleared within

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Kerry councillor says rural areas need more accessible addiction treatment

A Kerry County Councillor who received treatment for drink and gambling addiction says more treatment facilities are needed across the country. 27 year old Cllr John Francis Flynn is encouraging anyone with drink, drug or gambling issues to seek help, and says as well as providing more trreatment facilities, the government and the HSE should

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