Gaeil Fhánada will face off against rivals Downings in the Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta Junior Final tomorrow after they overcame Kilcommon of Mayo in the semi-final on a scoreline of 0-12 v 0-10. The sides contested the Local Comórtas Peile final as well, with Fanad claiming victory there by 6 points. Ryan Ferry has the […]
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Finn Harps will look to consolidate their attempts to stay in promotion contention by trying to get the better of Longford Town in Ballybofey tomorrow evening (kick-off 5.00). However, Harps boss Ollie Horgan says that it will be big test against a side that defeated fellow promotion contenders Galway Utd on Friday night despite being
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Fermanagh are through to their first Ulster SFC Final in 10 years following a dramatic win over Monaghan at Healy Park in Omagh. Francis Mooney was at Healy Park for Highland Radio…
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Downings have qualified for the Men’s Junior Final of Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta tomorrow following a convincing 4-13 v 2-10 win over Na Gaeil Óga of Dublin in their semi-final. Ryan Ferry reports…
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Derry had a 1 point win over Donegal in the Ulster U20 Football Championship Quarter-Final today at Healy Park in Omagh, 0-16 v 2-09. Derry manager Mickey Donnelly gave his thoughts to Pauric Hilferty after the match… Pauric also spoke with Donegal manager Gary McDaid after the match…
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Milford Ladies claimed their first ever Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta national title today in Downings when they overcame Leitir Móir of Galway in the final by 3-09 v 1-07. Ryan Ferry has the full-time report…
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0-16 v 2-09 was the final score in the Ulster U20 Football Championship clash between Derry and Donegal at Healy Park in Omagh on Sunday. Donegal had left by 3 points at half-time, but a strong second half showing from Derry gave them a deserved win. Derry now go on to face Down in the
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Termon lost by 1-13 v 1-06 to Galway side Moycullen in the semi-final of the Ladies Senior category of Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta in Downings on Sunday. Cóilín Duffy reports for Highland Radio Sport…
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The Downings Ladies are through to the Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta Final on Monday following a 9-11 v 2-13 win over Naomh Columba. Ryan Ferry reports for Highland Radio…
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Cockhill Celtic defeated Letterkenny Rovers 3-1 in the USL Cup Final on Saturday evening at Maginn Park. Goals from Laurence Toland (2) and Malachy McDermott gave Cockhill the win in Buncrana. After the match, Ryan Ferry spoke with Cockhill’s Laurence Toland, who scored a brace in the final… Ryan also spoke with Letterkenny Rovers manager
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Cockhill Celtic were 3-1 winners over Letterkenny Rovers in the Ulster Senior League Cup Final on Saturday evening at Maginn Park in Buncrana. Ryan Ferry has the full-time report…
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1-11 v 1-09 was the final score in favour of the team from Glenties in the all Donegal clash between Naomh Conaill and Gaoth Dobhair at Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta in Downings. The win now means that Naomh Conaill move on to Sunday’s semi-final against An Cheathrú Rua of Galway. Cóilín Duffy has the full-time
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Fanad Gaels defeated Clann na nGael of Meath in their Junior Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta clash today on a scoreline of 0-22 v 2-06. They now go on to face Kilcommon of Mayo in the Semi-Final on Sunday. Cóilín Duffy reports for Highland Radio Sport…
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Naomh Columba will take on Wofe Tone of Meath in the Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta Senior Semi-Final tomorrow after they overcame An Rinn of Waterford today on a scoreline of 0-16 v 1-12. Cóilín Duffy reports…
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Finn Harps U17s recorded a 4-0 win over Derry City U17s today in the first round of the Mark Farren Cup at the Brandywell. The goalscorers for Harps were Jamie Doherty, Gabby Aduaka, Corey McBride and a Derry City OG. Harps led by 1 at the break, but were able to dominate the second half
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Tyrone had a 2-25 v 2-14 win over Leitrim today to book their place in the Nicky Rackard Cup Semi-Final against Warwickshire. Francis Mooney has the full-time report for Highland Radio… After the match, Francis spoke with the victorious manager Mattie Lennon…
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Joe Dunleavy will start Ireland’s second World Cup match against South Africa in France tomorrow following on from his impressive performance in the loss against France. Dunleavy scored a try for Noel McNamara’s side in their World Cup opener. 15. Michael Silvester (Dublin University/Leinster) 14. Tom Roche (Lansdowne/Leinster) 13. Tommy O’Brien (UCD/Leinster) 12. James Hume
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Fermanagh and Monaghan will face off tomorrow in their Ulster SFC Semi-Final at Healy Park in Omagh, with throw-in at 2pm. Fermanagh overcame Armagh by 5 points to book their spot in this semi-final with Monaghan, who themselves defeated Tyrone by 2 points. Former Fermanagh manager Dom Corrigan spoke with Tom Comack on the mood
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Donegal and Derry face off on Sunday morning in the Ulster U20 Football Championship Quarter-Final. Throw-in at Healy Park in Omagh is at 11.45am. Derry manager Mickey Donnelly gave his thoughts to Tom Comack ahead of Sunday’s game… DONEGAL U20 V DERRY will be LIVE online at www.highlandradio.com from 11.45am in association with Sister Saras
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The organizers of the Finn Harps Schools Programme made a small presentation to Conor O Reilly on Friday night in Ballybofey, during the Athlone Town game, to thank him for all his work over the past year and also to mark his departure to start his new footballing career at Ipswich Town in a couple
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Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta takes place in Downings this weekend, with teams from all around the country taking part. It kicked off last night with Fanad Gaels defeating St. Naul’s to book their place in the Junior Quarter-Final. The Senior and Ladies action gets underway today. Tom Comack spoke with Downings official Paddy McBride…
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There’s a warning about major staffing problems at the centre which takes calls and dispatches ambulances across the country, including in Donegal. SIPTU has written to the National Ambulance Service, claiming the National Emergency Operations Centre has fallen below the agreed staffing level by 35 workers. The centre operates across two sites, one in Ballyshannon,
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Donegal County Council says it will shortly begin technical studies along the old railway between Burtonport and Letterkenny. It’s part of a process to prepare an application under the Greenway Fund. Preliminary discussions with landowners will also take place. From 1903 until 1941, trains travelled regularly between Letterkenny and Burtonport, with the line closing entirely
Derry City lost to Sligo Rovers by 2 goals to nil on Saturday night at the Brandywell. That now means that Derry have lost 4 out of their last 5 matches, with their only win in those games coming at home to Bray Wanderers. Derry boss Kenny Shiels gave his thoughts to Martin Holmes after
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Emergency repairs are to be carried out on the pier at Curransport in West Donegal, where a hole has appeared in the pier in recent days. It’s feared that someone who doesn’t know the area could get stuck while reversing a boat into the water. Councillor Michael Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig says a longer term
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Sligo Rovers were 2-0 winners over Derry City in their North West derby on Friday night at the Brandywell Stadium. Goals from David Cawley and Lewis Morrison gave Sligo the win, which leaves them in 8th place in the table, just a point behind 7th places Bohemians. After the match, Martin Holmes spoke with Sligo
Gaeil Fhánada had a 1-15 v 2-04 win over Naomh Náille in the first round of Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta in Downings. Cóilín Duffy reports for Highland Radio…
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Finn Harps had a big 4-0 win over Athlone Town in Finn park on Friday night. Jesse Devers, Ciaran O’Connor, Mikey Place and Niall McGinley all converted for Harps. Harps’ boss Ollie Horgan spoke with Diarmaid Doherty after the win… Aidan Friel also spoke with Diarmaid at Finn Park…
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Goals from Jesse Devers, Ciaran O’Connor, Mikey Place and Niall McGinley gave Finn Harps a 4-0 win over Athlone Town at Finn Park on Friday evening. Diarmaid Doherty has the full-time report for Highland Radio Sport…
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Derry City lost by 2 goals to nil at home to Sligo Rovers on Friday night. Martin Holmes reports for Highland Radio Sport…
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Hundreds of homes in Donegal are without power following thunderstorms this afternoon. The worst affected areas are Creeslough, Dungloe, Milford, Letterkenny and Convoy. It’s hoped power will be restored to most areas by 7 o’clock this evening. A status orange thunder warning has been issued for 16 counties, including Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim. Met Eireann
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The European Parliament is expressing concern at EU Commission proposals to cut Comon Agricultiral Policy funding by 5%. The commmission has set out nine objectives which it says will streamline CAP. However, MEPs say , and they are calling for a CAP that is smarter, simpler, fairer and more sustainable. North West MEPs Luke Ming
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There’s a break from league action tomorrow for the Finn Harps U17s who make the short journey to the Brandywell to take Derry City in the first round of the cup competition (kick-off 2.00). Declan Boyle’s boys certainly have a chance of advancing but there’s little to choose between the sides in terms of league
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Public toilets at Malin Head have officially been opened today. The opening of the facility is part of a wider project to target the area. Local Councillor Martin McDermott says this is just the beginning of a bigger plan: Meanwhile, the official opening of the Rathmullan public conveniences, changing rooms and information hub is to
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Value for money visitor ratings in the North West appears to be softening, that’s according to the manager of the Wild Atlantic Way. Joan Crawford, says while there has been a 7% increase in visitor numbers in the first quarter of this year, the latest visitor experience survey conducted revealed that British tourists are being
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It was a very busy studio in Highland Radio last Monday night as Emerald Guitars celebrated 20 Years live on the Monday Night Sessions with Paul McDevitt! Derry band Lavengro, as well as Dean Maywood also joined in the fun. Here are some photos from the night – Don’t forget you can catch the
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It has emerged that the longest waiting time where social housing applicants have not received an offer of accomodation by Donegal County Council is 10 and a half years. The figures obtained by Councillor Gerry Crawford show that the longest waiting time was experiencd in the Glenties Municipal District while in Inishowen people were waiting
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Details on the Common Agricultural Policy budget post Brexit will be revealed today in Brussels. The EU Agriculture Commissioner Phil Hogan will make the announcement which will be streamed live at 10:30 am. Midlands North-West MEP, Marian Harkin, outlines the priorities for the European Parliament in relation to CAP reform:
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It’s been revealed that there are a total of 26 vacant state owned sites in the North West. 13 vacant non-HSE sites have been identified in Co Donegal along with 13 HSE vacant sites in the region. According to analysis carried out by the Irish Times, following parliamentary questions by Sinn Féin TD Peadar Tóibín,
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Donegal’s journey to a possible Ulster Under20 Championship Final continues this Sunday when Gary McDaid’s side meet Derry at Healy Park, Omagh. They reached the quarter final stage with a convincing win over Cavan last weekend, a performance which has placed them as Ulster contenders. Donegal are looking for a repeat performance against their neighbours
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The Chair of the Donegal Islands Committee is welcoming the decision to offer a civic reception to Patsy Dan Rogers, the King of Tory. The council has cited his commitment to Tory’s heritage through art and music, as well as his efforts to promote and represent the island in various forums. Island’s Committee Chair Cllr
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Ahead of the Bank Holiday Weekend and coinciding with the Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachata finals in Downings, Gardai have launched a road safety campaign. In conjunction with the Donegal Road Safety Working Group, Gardai are urging those travelling to the area for the weekend to drive with care. A traffic plan for the event has
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There’s a warning for thunderstorms and some spot flooding across the country today. Met Eireann have issued a status yellow rain alert, which is in effect from 9 o’clock this morning until 10 tonight. They say there could be extremely heavy rainfall in places, with up to 50 millimetres falling in a short space of
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A Donegal Councillor is questioning why flood relief works in the Stranorlar Municipal District are not being extended into Castlefinn. Cllr Gary Doherty says the publication of the recent CFRAMs report made no money available for work in the village, but at the moment, there are a number of road projects being carried out with
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A Derry City & Strabane District Councillor says the only viable option on the table to prevent a hard border in Ireland, is the backstop arrangement agreed last year. Councillor Dan Kelly put forward a motion calling for the backstop to be retained in the final Brexit agreement and for assurances to be sought from
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Derry City have a north west derby to contend with on Friday night as Sligo Rovers visit the Brandywell. The Candystrips are near full strength heading into the tie as Derry look to get back on track in the Premier Division. The games have been coming thick and fast for Derry which management feels has
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Donegal is to receive almost €160,000 in funding to enhance facilities in disadvantaged communities within the county. €4.5 million is being allocated nationally under the Community Enhancement Programme with Donegal securing the fourth highest allocation. The grant will go towards improving facilities such as; community centres and amenities, town parks, common areas and spaces, CCTV
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Former Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan was awarded the Ivors Inspiration Award at the Ivor Novello Awards in London today at a ceremony which also saw Ed Sheeran bagging two awards. 60-year-old MacGowan was recognised along with fellow music veterans Billy Bragg, Lionel Richie, Cathy Dennis and Billy Ocean. Sheeran – who already has two Ivors to his name – won the
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Sharon Horgan took home an award for Female Performance at Thursday’s IFTA Gala Television Awards in Dublin, while Dancing with the Stars triumphed in the Entertainment category. The 47-year-old Catastrophe star beat off competition from Cathy Belton – (Red Rock), Seána Kerslake (Can’t Cope Won’t Cope), Saoirse-Monica Jackson (Derry Girls) and Hilary Rose (Young Offenders). The much-loved Dancing with the Stars (made by ShinaWil productions for
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