Donegal’s league campaign has come to an end after defeat to Mayo, in MacHale Park, Castlebar, today. After a delayed start while the packed out house made its way in the gates, the game got underway at a later time of 2:10pm. It was the home side that got off to a blistering start and […]
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Derry have been relegated from division two of the Allianz football league despite defeating Fermanagh, in Brewster Park. The Oak Leaf county went into the game knowing nothing but a win would do in their fight for survival; and they got off to the perfect start with a Conor McAtamney goal after just 15 seconds.
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In response to Minister Joe McHugh’s announcement yesterday that 18 schools within Donegal are being included in the School Meals Programme, a local Councillor believes schools in the county are being treated unequally by the Government. Councillor Michael Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig welcomes the news for the schools that have been highlighted, however, he feels
Three defeats in a row means Tyrone’s league campaign has now come to an end, after defeat to Kerry, in Tralee today. Going into the game, a win could have been enough for Mickey Harte’s side to qualify for the league final; but with the threat of relegation looming for Kerry – they came out
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Donegal ladies edged closer to a league semi-final when they defeated Cork by a score of 3-16 – 0-12. Yvonne McMonagle and Geraldine McLaughlin starred in the victory notching up 2-04 and 1-06 respectively. But it was a team performance that won the game, according to manager Michael Naughton who said it was the best
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Autism Awareness LK Light it up Blue 5k 2nd April 2017 Place Bib Name Gender AG Club Time 1. 359 Charlie O Donnell m MO Rosses AC 18:12,0 2. 415 Keane Ryan m MO 19:33,2 3. 358 Paul Mc Kelvey m MO Rosses AC 19:53,5 4. 361 Shaun Mc devitt m MO 247 Triathlon Club
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Donegal ladies moved into poll position for a semi-final spot after beating All-Ireland Champions Cork. The ladies went into the game knowing a win would all but guarantee them a place into the knockout stages of the competition. And it was a comprehensive for Michael Naughton’s side, who ran out 13 point winners. The ladies
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Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan said he was disappointed not to get anything out of the game after his side came back from two goals down, against Shamrock Rovers, last night. His side were trailing early on in the first half and Horgan admitted his side looked out of place in the opening stages. But
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Donegal secured promotion to division 2B of the National hurling league with a comprehensive win over Tyrone in the league final today. After the game, Donegal captain Danny Cullen said that he was delighted to have seen a straight return to the division, after the disappointment of relegation last season. Manager Ardal McDermott said that
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Donegal forward Martin O’Reilly is looking forward to an exciting game when his side faces Mayo, in a crunch league tie, in Castlebar tomorrow. O’Reilly has played a pivotal role in Donegal’s rebuilding after a disappointing season last year and a draw tomorrow would guarantee a spot in the league final. O’Reilly has a win
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Donegal are league champions of division 3A after a comprehensive win over Tyrone, in the league final today. Ardal McDermott’s men went into the game as underdogs having lost to Tyrone already this year, but managed to turn out a strong 4-25 – 1-12 victory of their Ulster rivals. It was a strong start for
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Donegal ladies face a tough task this weekend when they take on All-Ireland Champions Cork, in the National Football league. The ladies have had a mixed season, and a win against Cork would put them in with a good chance of qualifying for the league semi-final. Trainer/Mentor Damien Devaney said that they are not looking
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Derry will fight it out with Ulster rivals Fermanagh to stay in division two of the Allianz football league, in Brewster Park. The Oak leaf county have struggled so far in the league and nothing but a win will secure their place in the division for next season. Looking ahead to the game with Tom
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Former Tyrone star Connor Gormley believes that Tyrone have what it takes to go all the way, if they tighten up a few areas. Tyrone trail the pack in the league after their loss to Mayo last weekend, but can still qualify for the final if they beat Kerry tomorrow – and if Donegal and
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Mayo defender Patrick Durkan said that his side will be confident going into their clash with Donegal off the back of their win over Tyrone last week. Mayo’s results have varied of the year and Durkan puts this down to ‘inconsistent’ and ‘poor’ performances throughout the year. As a result, there is still a possibility
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Glencar Inn Saturday Division Strand Rovers FC 1 vs 3 Glencar Celtic Old Orchard Sat Reserve Division Castlefin Celtic 3 vs 1 Kilmacrennan Celtic FC Donegal Town FC Reserves 5 vs 5 Milford United FC Erne Wanderers FC 4 vs 1 Glenea United Reserves Keadue Rovers FC 1 vs 0 Cappry Rovers Friday 31st March,
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Final Score: Omagh – 17 Malahide – 26 It was a disappointing day for Omagh in the All-Ireland league round robin qualifier, losing out to Dublin side, Malahide. Malahide led from the start with tries early on bring them into the break 12-5 ahead. In the second half they started where they left off, getting
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Donegal are on the brink of an Allianz league final as they face Mayo tomorrow, in MacHale Park, Castlebar. The new look Donegal side has surprised many people with how well the have done so far in the competition and a draw would be enough to see them into the final. However, they will be
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Carl McHugh has won the Motorpoint Motherwell Player of the Month award for February. The Lettermacaward man,who has missed a large chunk of the season due to concussion, has established himself as one of the most important members of the squad since his return just before the turn of the year. The midfielder, who has
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Shamrock Rovers manager Stephan Bradley said his side could have went three or four goals ahead in the first half, after their 2-0 victory over Finn Harps, last night. Rovers took a two goal lead in the first half with two stunning strikes from Ciaran McAllister and Ronan Finn. Rovers were in charge at this
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Aaron McEniff was frustrated with his side’s first loss of the season at the hands of Bray Wanderers, in Maginn Park, last night. McEniff was disappointed with missed chances in the game and also frustrated with some decisions that went against them Likewise, his teammate Aaron Barry was confused with some decisions made by the
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It was a frustrating night all-round for Derry City who fell to their first defeat of the year, to Bray Wanderers, in Maginn Park, last night. The home side went two goals behind in the first half through a Gary McCabe free-kick and an Aaron Greene goal on the brink of half-time. Despite pulling the
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Ireland manager, Martin O’Neill has spoken out against Everton boss Ronald Koeman following the Dutchman’s criticism of him and his treatment of James McCarthy. Koeman has been openly about his dislike for McCarthy’s international duty and following his injury in the build-up to Ireland’s clash with Wales, Koeman hit out once more at O’Neill. The
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The CEO of Aer Lingus has warned that air travel could be ‘held hostage’ during the Brexit negotiations. It comes after warnings that flights between the UK and the rest of Europe could be grounded if there’s no deal on open airspace. Ryanair has said it could mean major disruption to services to the UK
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The National Bus and Rail Union say wildcat strikes by Bus Eireann workers could happen again. The NBRU insist they were not involved in yesterday’s action which shut down Irish Rail and Dublin Bus. The union also says that despite reports they haven’t received notice of legal action from those companies looking to recoup lost
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A Letterkenny man has appeared at a special sitting of Omagh court. 32 year-old Sean McVeigh, of Glencar Park, Letterkenny, was charged with attempted murder and possession of a pipe bomb with intent to endanger life. The charges relate to a bomb explosion in a housing estate at Irvinestown, Co Fermanagh, on January 30th. McVeigh
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Minister Joe McHugh has announced that 18 schools within Donegal are to be added to the School Meals Programme as part of €1.5million in funding announced by the Department of Social Protection. Minister Leo Varadkar has written to non- DEIS schools in the county that are at a level of disadvantage, inviting them to join
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Donegal County Council has been urged to write to the Defence Minister calling on him to award the Military Medal for Gallantry to the veterans of the Siege of Jadotville. In 1961, 155 Irish soldiers – eleven from Donegal – took part in a six day siege in Jadotville and surrendered when their ammunition ran
Derry City and Strabane District Council is setting up a food and craft market in Strabane as part of a pilot scheme aimed at showcasing local food produce and craft design work. The market, which will be run by the Council, will operate on the last Friday of every month in the town centre and
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People in Donegal are being encouraged to take part in the Big Donegal Clean Up which is getting underway in some towns and villages across the county today. This weekend there will be clean-ups in Rathdonnell and Trentagh, Drumoghill, Convoy, Cranford, Glenmaquin, Ballymacool in Letterkenny, Culdaff and Quigleys Point with more clean ups planned for
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On an emotionally charged night for Derry City at Maginn Park in Buncrana, it was the visiting side, Bray Wanderers, who took the points with a winner in added time, on Friday night. Derry welcomed back Rory Patterson to the starting lineup and although he was substituted after just half an hour, he had a
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Kerry have made three changes for their Division One match against Tyrone in Killarney on Sunday. Anthony Maher comes in at midfield for his first League start of the season in place of Jack Barry and up front Michael Geaney and Barry John Keane both start. Adrian Spillane and Jack Savage are tthe players to
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Young footballer of the year Diarmuid O’Connor is in for David Drake on the Mayo team to play Donegal at McHale Park in Division One of the National Football League on Sunday. That is the only change from the side that started last week’s win over Tyrone in Omagh. Sunday’s game will be All-star defender
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Finn Harps were denied a point at the Tallaght stadium as Shamrock Rovers scored late on to snatch a 3-2 win. Rovers were 2-0 up by the 14th minute as David McAllister and Ronan Finn eased the home side in front. Two goals in a six minute period between the 71st and 72nd minute from
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Detectives investigating an incident at Sallys Wood in Irvinestown in County Fermanagh on Tuesday 31st January, in which a device exploded causing damage to a vehicle, have arrested a 32 year old man. Detective Inspector Trevor Stevenson said: “The man was arrested in the Buncrana Road area of Derry yesterday evening, on suspicion of attempted
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It’s the final weekend of games in the National Football League and the north west counties are involved in some crucial ties on Sunday afternoon. Donegal go to Mayo knowing victory will secure a place in Sunday weeks league final in Croke Park. If Tyrone are to make the final, they’ll need to win in
After last weeks first home win of the season against Sligo, Finn Harps head to the Tallaght Stadium this evening to play Shamrock Rovers. Damian McNulty is definitely out with a hamstring injury while Paddy McCourt and Barry Molloy are doubtful with ankle and calf injuries. The Hoops are just two points below Harps in
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There were three people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital this morning according to the latest trolley watch report. All three were waiting on wards. University Hospital Limerick was the most overcrowded today with 33 people waiting there. Nationally there were 365 people waiting for a bed at hospitals across the country
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The Donegal Sports Star committee formally commenced plans for the 2017 Awards at the organisation’s AGM in the Mount Errigal Hotel on Thursday evening. It was also an opportunity to reflect back on January’s hugely successful 41st Awards function which was attended by over 700 guests. Prior to the AGM the overall winner Sinead Jennings
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Just over €36,000 has been allocated to Tirconnaill Athletic Club for the enhancement of sports facilities beside adjacent to Coláiste na Carraige in Carrick. Minister Joe Mc Hugh says the grant will assist with the engagement between the club and the school to rebuild and redevelop the basketball court, in addition to developing other sports
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Education Minister Richard Bruton is being urged to announce which schools are being given money under the Summer Works Scheme as quickly as possible. Donegal Deputy Charlie Mc Conalogue says if works are to take place in July and August, schools need confirmation now so they can organise contractors and and ensure the necessary preparatory
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Businessman Denis O’Brien has lost his legal action over statements made about his banking affairs with the IBRC on the floor of the Dáil. The businessman claimed the statements effectively decided a case he was taking against RTÉ and therefore strayed into the work of the courts. Deputies Catherine Murphy and Pearse Doherty argued their
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Joe Dunleavy will make his first appearance for the Ulster A side this evening when they face Leinster A in Banbridge (kick off 5pm). The Letterkenny man who plays for City of Derry has been a regular in the provincial u18 side but this is his first start at this level. Ulster senior men Stuart
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Donegal County Childcare Committee has welcomed the €4million in Capital Funding for Early Childhood Services announced by the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. Minister Katherine Zappone says the funding will help put the infrastructure in place to support ambitious plans to turn Ireland’s childcare system from one of the most expensive in the world
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A Councillor says a review of commercial rates in Donegal could save some businesses up to 30% per year. A rates review has taken place in a number of county’s across the country in recent years but there are currently no firm plans for such a review in Donegal. Councillor Ciaran Brogan is calling for
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A Donegal County Councillor says the thousands of euro being spent on hiring portaloos in the summer months could be better spent towards permament all year around facilities. Councillor Gerry McMonagel received a breakdown of the annual costs for the hire of portaloos which is in excess of forty thousand euro per year. He
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Manager Damian Barton has made two changes to Derry side to face Fermanagh in a crucial relegation battle on Sunday at Brewster Park. Danny Heavron and Karl McKaigue come in for their first starts of the year replacing Mark Craig and Jason Rocks. Derry’s survival is not entirely in their own hands, they have to
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There’s an ongoing security alert in the Tamneymore Park area of Derry. Shortly before midnight, reports of a suspicious object were received, and Army Technical Officers declared the suspicious object a viable device. It has been taken away for further forensic examination. Police are continuing to conduct follow-up enquiries in the area at this time
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