A body has been reccovered from the River Foyle in Derry. In a post shared on social media, Foyle Search & Rescue say they were tasked by the PSNI last night following reports of a body observed in the water. A Jetski and Boat Crew responded to the reported location, and had the sad task […]
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A major clean up operation at the Greenbrae halting site near Strabane has been completed with a view to re-opening it in the near future. The site had been closed to the travelling community over a year ago with serious concern raised by the public over health and safety issues there. It’s understood that abandoned
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A simple service to remember the people of Donegal who were buried in the little known graveyard at St Conal’s Hospital, Letterkenny is taking place this weekend. It follows a successful community led initiative to respectfully commemorate those who were buried in the graveyard between 1868 and 1902. The service is taking place at 3pm
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Donegal County Council is reminding the public that the deadline to submit CLÁR funding applications for small scale community or school infrastructure projects is fast approaching. The Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht, Affairs has recently announced a new round of funding under the 2017 CLAR Scheme with only once week left for
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The Ulster Senior League’s quest to select the ‘ELEVEN30’ – the team of the 30 seasons of the USL – is well underway. In celebration of 30 full seasons of the Ulster Senior League, which first came into being in the 1986/87 season, the League appointed a selection panel to chose the ‘ELEVEN 30’ team.
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Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan has given an update on the injuries sustained by the three players during Monday evening’s EA Sports Cup second round tie against Sligo Rovers in Ballybofey. “Harry Doherty was kept in Letterkenny Hospital overnight for observation following his head injury. I saw Harry at the hospital on Tuesday and thankfully
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Four North West players have been named in the Ireland cricket side to play England in two one day internationals at Bristol and Lord’s next month. Andrew McBrine, Donemana, Stuart Thompson, Eglinton, Craig Young, Bready and Niall O’Brien of the North West Warriors are among the 14 man squad for the historic games on May
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Ryan Reynolds loves trolling and everyone in turn –but especially Hugh Jackman and Deadpool co-star Morena Baccarin – loves trolling him. Now Josh Brolin, who was recently cast as Cable in Deadpool 2, is getting in on the fun. Brolin shared the first picture of himself as the time-travelling mutant assassin Cable last night:
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No Kim K, just no. Kim Kardashian recently tweeted that she has lost weight due to the flu. She said it came just ‘in time for the Met lol’: Follow Kim Kardashian West ✔@KimKardashian The flu can be an amazing diet. So happy it came in time for the Met lol #6lbsdown 7:01 AM –
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The Republic of Ireland Under 15’s produced an outstanding display to beat Norway 4-1 in their opening game at an invitational tournament in Prague. Jason Donohue’s side bagged four first-half goals to take control of the tie and will go into Thursday’s deciding game against the Czech Republic hosts, who beat the Norwegians 4-3 on
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Part One of the 48th County Senior Athletic Championships were held in the Finn Valley Centre on Easter Monday and the day was notable for a number of reasons, firstly Aidan Gillespie, Rosses AC equalled Hugo Duggan’s life-time record of eight senior county titles in the Long Jump when he took his eight title with
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Good news for Donegal with the news that agreement has been reached with the Chinese government to allow the export of Irish Brown Crab to resume to China. That’s according to Deputy Thomas Pringle who questioned why it took almost a year and a half to reach this solution on China’s ban the imports, while
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The Finn Harps trio who were hospitalised in last nights EA Sports Cup game in Ballybofey against Sligo Rvs are recovering today. The head injuries suffered by Packie Mailey and in particular Harry Doherty were of major concern to the club and supporters. The game was held up for 25 minutes as the pair received
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The parents of a young Donegal man found dead in Manchester says they are frustrated at a lack of information they are being given from authorities in Britain. 20 year-old Dylan Crawford from Killygordan, was found collapsed last Wednesday morning at the junction of Spear Street and Back Piccadilly, near a private car park, and
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The Chairperson of the Saves our Service group has said they are confident the future of three community hospitals are secure despite claims from another member of the group today. Fr John Joe Duffy, who is a member of the SOS group and is chair of the Save St Joseph’s Hospital group said the announcement
It’s been claimed that the announcement of €4million in funding dedicated to both Ramelton and Stranorlar Community Hospital has caused more confusion and uncertainty. Fr John Joe Duffy, Chairperson of the Save Our St Joseph’s Hospital Action Committee, says there is no security for the hospitals into the future, and he believes the announcement is
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The Association of Secondary Teachers of Ireland will begin its annual convention this afternoon, debating the thorny issue of pay. Despite several days of strike action last year and intensive talks with the Department of Education, no deal was reached – leaving the union outside the Lansdowne Road Agreement on Public Sector pay. Teachers will
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A childcare scheme for people in emergency accommodation is being extended beyond Dublin. The Irish Independent is reporting this morning that Donegal is one of eight new areas to be covered by the programme that grants kids under five 25 hours of free childcare a week and a daily meal. Children’s Minister Katherine Zappone says
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Having won the opening two rounds of the Triton Showers National Rally Championship, Monaghan’s Sam Moffett (Ford Fiesta WRC) is on home ground for Sunday’s third round – the Four Seasons Hotel Monaghan Rally. Aside from protecting his lead in the series, he also renews the great family rivalry with his brother Josh, who is
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Richard Kerr had a 4th place finish on Easter Monday at the 2nd round of the British Super Bike Championship at Brands Hatch. He led the race for 6 laps and was involved in a battle for the podium to the final corner and settled for 4th. It’s a good result after crashing out of
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Derry City made their exit from the EA Sports Cup on Monday night losing 2-0 to Galway Utd at Eamon Deacy Park. Kevin Devanay scored the opening goal just before the half hour mark while the second came just before full time from Vinny Faherty. Derry Manager Kenny Shiels made six changes from the side
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Who knew that “I can’t feel my face” becomes “My front is not felt” when Google Translate gets involved? Anne Hathaway was the guest put through the novelty act ringer on ‘The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon’ last night and we’re starting to think that maybe the problem with people disliking Anne Hathaway comes from the fact
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Let’s face it, if you thought Tom Hardy was hanging around your local cafe you’d be over the in a heartbeat, if only for him to read a bedtime story or two. The actor was rumoured to be hanging around a surf cafe in Tynemouth in England over the weekend, with passersby snapping an apparent
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Finn Harps lost Monday night’s EA Sports Cup tie 1-0 to Sligo Rovers in Ballybofey but more pressing concerns centred around the three Harps players hospitalised. The most serious is goalkeeper Harry Doherty who was taken off the pitch by ambulance following a clash of heads with Packie Mailey. The game was held up for
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Sligo Rovers defeated Finn Harps to advance to the quarter-finals of the EA Sports League Cup on Monday night. Finn Harps . . .0 Sligo Rovers . . . 1 And while Harps will be disappointed to have lost, of more pressing concern was the condition of goalkeeper Harry Doherty who was taken to hospital
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Kilmacrennan’s teen racer Caolán Irwin, made a sensational home debut at the opening Irish Championship rounds of the season at Bishopscourt on Easter Saturday. The Supersport rookie dominated the ‘Cup’ class, taking two wins while running as high as fourth in the overall Irish Championship races. Having started the season with two tough weekends in
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Community groups in Donegal are being encouraged to apply for new funding announced by Minister Frances Fitzgerald for community CCTV. Eligible community groups can apply for grant-aid of up to 60% of the proposed CCTV system cost, to a total of €40,000. Minister Joe McHugh says he hopes the installation of such CCTV systems will
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A local Councillor has called on Donegal County Council to put an end to illegal signage at roadsides. By laws are in place which forbids businesses to advertise on signage along roads. Councillor Barry O’Neill says the council is to blame for not enforcing such laws which he believes is damaging to tourism in the
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Sixty-four athletic events will be held throughout Donegal from Sunday April 30, as part of the Brian McCormick’s Grand Prix. The event, which is coordinated by the Donegal county athletics board will kick off with the North-West 10k. Myles Gallagher caught up with one of the main coordinators, Brendan McDaid of Letterkenny AC to look
Brendan McDaid looks ahead to Grand Prix of events Read More »
A number of houses have been evacuated in Killygordon following the discovery of a suspect device. The area of Railway Avenue has been sealed off. Gardai have confirmed that they are currently awaiting the arrival of the army disposal unit.
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4 people have been rescued from the waters near Mullaghmore, Co Donegal. The Malin Head Coastguard received a report of a broken down dive boat this afternoon at approximately 1:50pm. The Bundoran RNLI Lifeboat along with the Killybegs Coastguard were launched to the scene west of St John’s Point and returned the crew to safety.
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Cockhill Celtic 3 v 0 Fanad Utd Letterkenny Rvs 3 v 0 Derry City
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Brian McCormick Sports Premier: Killdrum Tigers 0 Drumoghill FC 2 Kilmacrennan Celtic FC 0 Glenea United 2 Kilmacrennan Celtic FC 0 Drumoghill FC 3 Drumoghill FC 3 Convoy Arsenal FC 0 Glenea United 2 Killdrum Tigers 0 Milford United FC 1 Rathmullan Celtic 2 CT Ball Division 2: Lifford Celtic FC 1 Drumkeen United 0
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In this week’s Athletics review, our rugby correspondent Patsy McGonagle looks back at the Ballyliffin 10 mile run which took place yesterday. He looks the Maguire brothers who are thriving in hammer throw. And he discussed the decision to keep the 20 and 50k walks as part of the Olympic syllabus and the affect that
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AllSportStore.com Division 1 Sun, 16 Apr, St Michael’s V Gaoth Dobhair OFF Kilcar V St Eunan’s, OFF Glenswilly V Naomh Conáil OFF Milford 1-11 V 0-16 Dungloe Bundoran 0-09 V 0-07 Four Masters AllSportStore.com Division 2 Sat, 15 Apr, Cloughaneely 4-11 V 0-10 Malin Sun, 16 Apr, Sean Mac Cumhaill 1-14 V 1-07 Buncrana, Aodh
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Jackie Crossan Premier Division Glengad United 1 v 0 Clonmany Shamrocks Buncrana Hearts 3 v 2 Greencastle FC Hannon Greene Insurances Fr O Gara Cup 1/2 Finals Moville Celtic 2 v 1 Aileach Res Illies Celtic 5 v 0 Clonmany Res Inishowen Engineering Division Two A Buncrana Res 3 v 4 Gleneely Res
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Martin McGuinness’ headstone has been unveiled today in Derry. The former Deputy First Minister died last month. The headstone was unveiled today in the Republican plot at the City Cemetry in Derry following an Easter Commemoration through the Bogside. Sinn Féin Foyle MLA Raymond McCartney said Martin and Dale Moore who was also remembered this
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City of Derry miraculously stayed avoided a relegation play-off despite falling to defeat away to Skerries. The Derry side went into the game needing a win but having secured a bonus point in the game and Bective losing their game – it is Bective that must now compete in the play-off. Next week, the squad
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Derry hurlers beat Tyrone by five points in Carrickmore today, to claim the Ulster Hurling Shield. The oak leaf county went into the game strong favourites to come home with the title but Tyrone didn’t make it easy for them throughout the game. A strong second half display from Derry however, proved too much for
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A letter of apology has been issued by Letterkenny University Hospital to a mother whose baby’s remains were stored in a room on the gynaecology ward for four weeks after his premature death. RTÉ’S This Week programme revealed that the hospital has apologised for failing the Donegal woman in misleading her, after she was given
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Rural towns and villages across Donegal will benefit from €20 million of funding recently announced as part of the Action Plan for Rural Development. The initiative hopes to rejuvenate rural towns and villages across the country. Minister Joe McHugh has welcomed the news, he says it will bring tangible benefits to people and revitalise rural
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A late resurgence from Dungloe gave them the win over Milford, in division one of the All-County league, in the first ever division one game played in Moyle Park. Milford were due to play St Eunan’s at home two weeks ago, but a venue change meant they would have to wait to play their first
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Donegal minors ran out comfortable winners over Down yesterday, to qualify for the Ulster Minor League Shield final. An impressive performance from Naomh Columba man Aaron Doherty – who scored 2-05 – inspired Donegal on their way to a 2-12 – 2-09 victory. While the scoreline may suggest a tight encounter, the victory came at
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Harte Insurance Easter Sunday 2017 Place Bib Name Gender AG Club Time 3K 1. 400 Eoghan McGinley m MO Letterkenny AC 09:06,6 2. 345 Keith Shiels m M40 Foyle Valley AC 09:13,1 3. 384 Sean Corry m MJ Omagh Harriers 09:23,4 4. 402 Dermot McElchar m M40 Finn Valley 09:24,8 5. 378 Gerard Gallagher m
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Mark McHugh got the goal as Donegal made it two wins from two over New York in their challenge games, in the Gaelic Park this morning. Donegal ran out comfortable winners over their hosts by a final scoreline of 1-18 – 0-12. Rory Gallagher’s men are currently in the Big Apple on a fundraising drive
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Owen Hughes of the Acorn Athletic Club was the first over the line in the scenic 10 mile Ballyliffin run, which took place today. Coming in behind Hughes was John McGrath of Omagh, and Ronan Mathews while the fastest woman in was Letterkenny AC’s Siobhan Gallagher. Our athletics correspondent, Patsy McGonagle rounds up a successful
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Dublin under-21 manager Dessie Farrell said that he was pleased to overcome an ‘extraordinary’ Donegal side to qualify for the All-Ireland final. His side ran out comfortable winners in the game and Farrell said he was happy with the composure of his team to get past a strong Donegal defence. Speaking to Coilin Duffy after
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Donegal under-21 manager Declan Bonner was disappointed with a ‘flat’ performance from his side as they fell to defeat at the hands of Dublin, in the All-Ireland semi-final, in Breffni Park. Dublin were comfortable seven-point winners in the end and Bonner felt like the game may have been a step too far for his players.
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City of Derry have avoided a relegation play-off game despite a 19-14 defeat to Skerries, in Dublin. Derry knew going into the game knowing that a win would guarantee safety in the division, but if they lost – they would need Armagh to defeat Bective who have a much better points differential. The stars aligned
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Donegal under-21’s fell to a seven point defeat to Dublin, in the All-Ireland semi-final, in Breffni Park, today. A strong performance from the Leinster champions proved a challenge too far for Declan Bonner’s men as their season draws to an end. Donegal started the slower in a scrappy first half that saw several yellow cards
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