The of the A5 in the Irish Government’s key infrastructure ‘Ireland 2040’ plan has been welcomed in the North. West Tyrone MLA Daniel McCrossan has prasied Leo Varadkar for his continued commitment to the A5. The first stage of the western transport corridor is due to commence within the coming months and when complete will […]
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The actress shared the personal news in a note on Twitter. “1 in 8 women get breast cancer,” Julia Louis-Dreyfus began a note to followers over social media. “Today, I’m the one.” The “Veep” and “Seinfeld” actress revealed her cancer diagnosis on Twitter Thursday in a signed message snapped on personal stationery. “Just when you thought …”
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Sir Ian McKellen can do no wrong. Fact. Last Thursday, the legendary actor shared a brilliant throwback picture of himself standing outside the Chichester Theatre in 1965. The photograph acted as a look back on the career McKellen has had since then, as he’s now taking to the stage as King Lear in a production at
A meeting of the Citizen’s Assembly on climate change in Dublin has heard that a notable increase in events such as the flash flooding that hit Donegal in August is expected. The 99 citizens as well as a panel of experts gathered at Malahide Castle today to discuss policy changes the government can implement to
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Setanta are through to the Ulster Junior Club Hurling Championship Semi-Final following a 6 point win over Bellela, 1-18 v 2-09. Setanta manager Paul Campbell is happy to be through to the semi-final, but feels his side made hard work of it. Campbell spoke to Tom Comack following the victory…
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Swilly Rovers 0 v 7 Cockhill Celtic Cockhill Celtic started their title defense with a big 7 goal win over Swilly Rovers today. A hat-trick from Laurence Toland and one goal apiece from Ryan Varmian, Garvin Friel, Mark Coyle and Mark Moran. Diarmaid Doherty spoke to Laurence Toland following today’s win… Swilly Rovers Gerry Crossan
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Monaghan’s Sam Moffett has claimed a unique treble in rallying, winning Irish Tarmac Championship, National Championship and the Forestry Championship in 2017. He added the Irish Tarmac series to his haul by winning this weekend’s Cork 20 International Rally. Sam and his co-driver Karl Atkinson had nearly five minutes to spare over the chasing field
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The Donegal Even Ages and The Masters Cross-Country Championships took place at the Carndonagh GAA grounds today. Marina Campbell of Derry Track Club won the women’s event and Karl Doogan of Letterkenny AC won the men’s event in the Masters Cross-Country Championships. With regards to the teams, Finn Valley won the women’s event and Letterkenny AC
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Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division Lagan Harps 2 v 2 Kildrum Tigers Castlefin Celtic 2 v 1 Glenea United Milford United 2 v 0 Kilmacrennan Celtic Temple Domestic Appliances Division One Bonagee United 4 v 2 Keadue Rovers Ballybofey United 6 v 1 Dunkineely Celtic Convoy Arsenal 5 v 0 Gweedore Celtic Donegal Physiotherapy
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The Donegal Boxing Board held their annual awards last night. 162 people came out to the Ballyliffin Hotel to celebrate the awards and the winners. Peter O’Donnell joined Oisin Kelly on Sunday Sport to reveal the awards and speak about the night…
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AllSportStore.com Division 1 St Michael’s 0-07 V 0-06 Bundoran Milford 0-10 V 1-14 Kilcar AllSportStore.com Division 2 Naomh Columba 1-08 V 2-09 Ardara Killybegs 2-05 V 3-10 Buncrana , Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon 4-13 V 1-09 Malin Sean Mac Cumhaill 0-06 V 0-13 Glenfin
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Jackie Crossan Premier Division QPS 0 V 1 Glengad United Carn FC 2 V 2 Aileach FC Culdaff FC 4 V 0 Illies Celtic Greencastle FC 1 V 3 Buncrana Hearts Strand Hotel Division One Dunree United 3 V 3 Gleneely Colts Rasheney FC 2 V 3 Moville Celtic Cockhill Youths 3 V 2 Clonmany
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A status yellow wind warning has been issued for Donegal. Met Eireann forecast winds will reach speeds of 55 to 65 km/hr with gusts of 80 to 90 km/hr in coastal areas. The warning was issued this morning and is due to remain in place until 10am tomorrow.
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City of Derry lost out to Skerries in the All-Ireland League Division 2B yesterday with a scoreline of 38 V 25. Omagh are 2 wins from 3 following a 35 point win over Bective Rangers, 52 V 17. The Tyrone side have win 2 and drawn one so far in Division 2C of the All-Ireland
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House prices in Donegal have increased by 3% in the 3rd quarter of 2017 compared to the same period last year. According to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report, the average price of a house in the county is now €142,000, 25% above its lowest point. Nationally, house prices have risen by an average of
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Police in Derry have revisited the scene of an assault in which a 19 year old died. In the early hours of Sunday evening last an altercation took place between two males in the William Street area of the city. Jordan McConomy from Rossnagalligh, Derry died in hospital following the incident. An 18 year old
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Setanta have progressed to the Ulster Junior Club Hurling Semi-Final following their win over Bellela in Letterkenny today. It was a comprehensive victory for Setanta, 1-18 V 2-09. Tom Comack has the full time report for Highland Radio…
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Caitriona Jennings of Letterkenny AC won the East Donegal Half Marathon today with a time of 1:18:15. She was 24 seconds ahead of second placed Paddy Ryan of Milford AC. Paul Ward of Tir Chonaill AC was third, Kevin McGee of Letterkenny AC came in fourth and rounding off the Top 5 of the East
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The times, dates and venues for the Michael Murphy Sports and Leisure Championship Finals have been confirmed by the Donegal CCCC. Sunday the 8th of October, 2017. Michael Murphy Sports & Leisure Intermediate Championship O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny. Baile Na nGalloglach V Naomh Naille @ 14:30 Michael Murphy Sports & Leisure Intermediate B Championship O’Donnell
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The Donegal CCCC have upheld an objection from Milford with regards to the Intermediate B Semi-Final against Cloughaneely. This decision now means that Milford will take part in the Intermediate B Final against Glenfin. Milford’s objection was based on an illegal player of the Cloughaneely team who played in the semi-final. The Donegal CCCC released
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Richard Kerr had a mechanical fault today in Race 2 in the Motostar Class of the British SUperbike Championship at Assen. It was a disappointing end to the weekend after Kerr had closed the gap to third place to one point yesterday. Third placed Storm Stacy finished 6th today and stretched the gap between himself
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Michael Murphy Sports & Leisure Senior Championship Naomh Conáil 1-13 V 1-12 Gaoth Dobhair Michael Murphy Sports & Leisure Intermediate Championship Semi Final Replay St Naul’s 2-14 V 1-09 Fanad Gaels Michael Murphy Sports & Leisure Senior B Championship St Eunan’s 1-12 V 0-06 Gaoth Dobhair AllSportStore.com AllSportStore.com Division 2 Termon 0-03 V 0-16 Cloughaneely
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Gaoth Dobhair lost out to Naomh Conaill by a single point in the Donegal SFC Semi-Final last night with a scoreline of 1-13 V 1-12. It was a game that Gaoth Dobhair controlled in the first half, but selector John Bosco Gallagher knows that they didn’t show up in the second half. Ryan Ferry got
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Naomh Conaill were 1 point winners over Gaoth Dobhair in the Donegal SFC Semi-Final in MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey last night. Gaoth Dobhair led by 6 at half-time, but Naomh Conaill were the stronger side in the second half. Ryan Ferry spoke to Naomh Conaill manager Martin Regan after the game… Eoghan McGettigan drew his
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Naomh Conaill will face Kilcar in the Donegal SFC Final following their 1 point victory against Gaoth Dobhair in Ballybofey tonight, 1-13 V 1-12. It was a 6 point game at half-time in favour of Gaoth Dobhair, and they led until the 23rd minute of the second half, where Eoghan McGettigan brought the sides level
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Omagh, St. Enda’s are through to the Tyrone SFC Final following a one point win over Trillick this afternoon. It was a back and forth game that saw Omagh go behind twice, but they were able to win it out in the end. Omagh captain Joe McMahon spoke to Francis Mooney after the win…
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Omagh St. Enda’s beat Trillick by a single point this evening to book their place in the Tyrone SFC Final. Francis Mooney was there for Highland Radio…
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Glencar Inn Saturday Division One Arranmore United 4 v 0 Cappry Rovers Reserves Glencar Celtic 8 v 0 Milford United Reserves Keadue Rovers Reserves 1 v 2 Donegal Town Reserves Old Orchard Saturday Division Two Lagan Harps Reserves 2 v 2 Fintown Harps AFC
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St. Naul’s will face Milford in the Donegal IFC Final after beating Fanad Gaels by 8 points in O’Donnell Park this afternoon. St. Naul’s started the game with the same form that saw them gain a draw from last week’s game following a spirited second half. St. Naul’s manager John McNulty spoke with Tom Comack
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St. Naul’s have beaten Fanad Gaels in the Donegal Intermediate Football Championship Semi-Final Replay with a scoreline of 2-14 V 1-09. Last week’s game saw a tight affair that saw St. Naul’s having to fight for a draw. This week saw a tight start to the game, but 2 quick goals for St. Naul’s set
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Richard Kerr finished race one in Assen in 4th place after starting from 21st position on the grid. He had two big crashes, one in practice and a very fast crash on lap 4 of qualifying which left him near the back of the grid. It was a wet race and Richard carved his way
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City of Derry lost out to Skerries 38 V 25 in the All-Ireland League Division 2B today. Alex McDonald was there for Highland Radio… Omagh continued their run of their good form with their second win in 3 games, with the other game being a draw. They defeated Bective Rangers 52-17.
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Gardai say the 43 year-old woman from Lifford, who had earlier been reported missing, has been found safe. The alarm was raised when the women went missing on Friday afternoon. Gardai have thanked the public for their help in spreading the appeal
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The 2017 Donegal Harvest Stages Rally takes place next weekend (Saturday 7th October) based out of Marble Hill on the outskirts of Dunfanaghy. The Rally will see 9 stages in the Cresslough Dunfanagh Falcarragh and Gortahork area’s with 116 competitve stage kilometres. The entry is boasting 120 plus crews with defending champions Declan and Brian
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St. Naul’s will play Ballymartin from Down in the first round of the Ulster Ladies Intermediate football championship. St Naul’s manager Glen Campbell on the club’s first round game…
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Setanta will face Ballela, the Down Junior hurling champions in the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship Quarter-Final tomorrow in Letterkenny. Setanta won their first Donegal hurling title since 2008 with an 8 point win over St. Eunan’s. Setanta manager Paul Campbell spoke with Tom Comack to look ahead to their Ulster Quarter-Final clash…
Omagh, St Enda’s take on Trillick and Errigal Ciaran face Pomeroy in the Tyrone SFC Semi-Finals this weekend. Trillick and Errigal Ciaran play tonight, and Errigal Ciaran and Pomeroy are playing tomorrow at 5pm. Tyrone All-Star defender Conor Gormley gave Tom Comack his thoughts on the upcoming semi-finals…
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Gaoth Dobhair and Naomh Conaill face off in the second Donegal SFC Semi-Final tonight in MacCumhaill Park. The winners will face Kilcar in the semi-final after they overcame St. Michael’s last week. St Eunan’s veteran midfielder John Haran joined Tom Comack to look ahead to tonight’s semi-final… Highland Radio will have full live commentary of
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Derry moved closer to Shamrock Rovers following their 2-1 win in Maginn Park last night. Candystripes manager Kenny Shiels feels that his side should have won by more.. Derry player Nicky Low, who is on loan from Dundee, hopes that thsi spurs Derry on to go on a run of victories at the end
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Derry City moved to within a point of Shamrock Rovers last night with a 2-1 win over Drogheda in Maginn Park. Martin Holmes was in Maginn Park for Highland Radio…
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Emergency services are currently attending the scene of a crash in Burnfoot. It is understood the road traffic collision ocurred at the Slab road, Buncrana Road junction this morning. Gardai have confirmed that no diversions are in place and the road remains open to traffic.
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Four Donegal Garda stations have been highlighted in an interim report into the re-opening of Garda stations. The report on the proposal to reopen 6 stations throughout the country has listed Culdaff, Dunkineely, Malin and Cloghan Garda Stations as properties previously utilised as garda stations potentially available to be re-opened. The assistant commissioner with responsibility
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It has been announced that a new school premises has been approved for Gaelscoil Cois Feabhail Moville. The funding has been approved for the school which is currently housed at Moville GAA to relocate to the site at the old Boys’ School in the town. The move will include a complete refurbishment of the new
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Donegal County Childcare is delighted to announce a second roll-out of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion training for early childhood educators throughout the county that will see training being conducted trí mhean na Ghaeilge as well as English. The highly popular 15-hour programme aims to help those working with young children explore a wide variety of
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Concerns have been raised over the condition of the main Ranafast road. Cathoirleach of the Glenties Municipal District Councillor Micheal Cholm MacGiolla Easbuig yesterday met with Government Chief Whip Minister Joe McHugh to highlight concerns and the need for immediate action. Councillor MacGiolla Easbuig says the condition of the road poses huge health and safety
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The main Letterkenny to Ballybofey road has reopened following a road traffic collision. Emergency services attended the scene of the two vehicle collision this afternoon near Lurgybrack National School. Gardai have confirmed the road has been cleared and is reopen to traffic in both directions.
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Dundalk’s trip to Finn Park to face Finn Harps in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division will be broadcast live on RTE2. In order to facilitate the live transmission of the fixture, the kick-off time has now been changed to 5pm from the original time of 7.45pm, on Saturday, October 7th.
Emergency services are currently attending the scene of a road traffic collision on the main Letterkenny to Ballybofey road. It is believed that the collision occurred near Lurgybrack National School earlier this afternoon. The road remains open however, traffic delays are expected.
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A burst on the main water line in Quigley’s Point has been repaired. Residents in Quigley’s Point and surrounding areas were affected earlier today.
Water restored again to Quigley’s Point Read More »
An Emergency Department Consultant at Letterkenny University Hospital says carbon monoxide poisining is a major problem, and often people don’t realise they are affected by it. Dr Sinead O’Gorman says that’s why it’s important that people consider installing carbon monoxide alarms. She was speaking to Greg Hughes during a special Ten to One Show broadcast
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