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School Meals Programme allocated by a ‘lotto programme’ – Cllr Michael Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig

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

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Donegal Hurling reaction: Ardal McDermott and Danny Cullen

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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Martin O’Neill hits back at Everton boss Ronald Koeman

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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Air travel could be ‘held hostage’ during Brexit negotiations – Aer Lingus

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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Listen back to the best of live music, chat and features on the Weekend Edition

Don’t forget, The Weekend Edition is broadcast live every Saturday morning between 10am and 12 noon bringing you the best in music, chat and features. If you want to comment or suggest an item you can email greghughes@highlandradio.com or connect on Facebook HERE or on Twitter @greghughes2 – Now.. on this weeks show… Lauren McCrory

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Council urged to call on Minister for Defence to award veterans of the Siege of Jadotville

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

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Public encouraged to take part in Big Donegal Clean Up

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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Man arrested in Derry on suspicion of attempted murder

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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Brendan Devenney gives his thoughts on the final league fixtures for Donegal, Tyrone and Derry

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

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Declan Boyle: Harps have a great opportunity to take points in Dublin once again

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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Three people waiting for a bed at Letterkenny University Hospital

  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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Money allocated for sports facilities at Coláiste na Carraige in Carrick

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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Mc Conalogue says Bruton must address problems with the Summer Works Scheme

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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Denis O’Brien loses legal action over Doherty and Murphy Dail statements

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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Donegal County Childcare Committee welcomes 4 million euro investment in services

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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Mc Monagle calls for review of temporary toilet costs at seaside locations

  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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Security Alert in Derry after viable device is found

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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