Finn Harps take on Ulster Senior League champions Cockhill Celtic in their re-arranged League Cup game at Finn Park tonight. Kick-off is 8.00 pm. Harps have a number of injury worries ahead of the game and strikers Ciaran O’Connor and Danny Morrissey will both miss the game. With a tough league game against Dundalk coming […]
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Following a recent daft.ie report that showed house prices in Donegal have increased by over 7%, Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty says the Help to Buy Scheme must now be suspended. The average house price in Donegal is now over €142,000 which Deputy Doherty says is €10,500 more than this time last year. The Sinn Féin
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An investigation has been launched following the theft of a fire unit fire station in East Donegal over night. The recently commissioned vehicle, worth around 400 thousand euro, was later found dumped at the border. Gardai are investigating the theft and have appealed with anyone with information to come forward.
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A 42 year old man has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and cultivating cannabis. He is expected to appear before Derry Magistrates Court later today. The charges are linked to an incident in which a 60 year old man was found injured inside a property in Sperrin Park at around 8 o’clock
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Around 30 per cent of the government’s investment in infrastructure is concentrated in the Greater Dublin Area. The Construction Industry Federation says there needs to be immediate spending on regional infrastructure or we’ll be at a serious competitive disadvantage. It’s calling for the percentage of our GDP – spent on things like roads, rail and
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The wreckage of the Irish Coast Guard helicopter which crashed last month has been recovered from the sea. Dive teams still haven’t managed to locate the two missing crew members, Ciaran Smith and Paul Ormsby – but searchers say they won’t give up. The Irish Coast Guard’s Gerard O’Flynn says the fuselage from Rescue 116
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Trade Union UNITE has called on elected representatives from Donegal to use their political power to put pressure on Transport Minister Shane Ross amidst the ongoing Bus Eireann strike. UNITE hawve singled out Minister Joe McHugh and Fianna Fail Deputies Pat the Cope Gallagher and Charlie McConalogue, saying they should engage with the Government in
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Minister Michael Creed has announced that Donegal County Council will recieve €291,000 in funding for maintenance and repair works at piers in the county, with the biggest allocation going to Greencastle. The allocated funding will in addition, support the ongoing development and enchancement of harbour facilities including some marine leisure developments. The funding has been
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Tyrone were well beaten by Kerry in Killarney as the Kingdom made full advantage of both Monaghan and Donegal slipping up as they finished second in the National Football League Division 1 table to grab a place in the final against Dublin at Croke Park next weekend. Kerry were dominant early on but Tyrone did
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Gerry Adams has criticised the British Government for under-funding the peace process in the North. Talks to reform a power-sharing executive in Stormont restart tomorrow and agreement is needed between Loyalists and Nationalists. The Sinn Féin president says he might be willing to talk about his role in ‘the troubles’ for the first time
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Swilly Rovers 1 v 3 Finn Harps Res Derry City Res v Fanad Utd
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Kilmacrennan’s Richard Kerr has finished second in second day of the Motorstar in Donington Park. Kerr was in second position in day one, but crashed out before the race ended. He started off second on the grids today and managed to pull back lost time to finish in a podium position.
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There was athletics action concerning Northwest athletes across the weekend with underage indoor competitions. There was also action across Donegal with several 5k’s taking place across the weekend. Our Athletics correspondent rounds up all the medals that were won for Donegal athletes..
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Brian McCormick Sports Premier Convoy Arsenal FC 3 vs 2 Kilmacrennan Celtic FC Killdrum Tigers 1 vs 4 Castlefin Celtic Lagan Harps FC 2 vs 1 Glenea United Milford United FC 2 vs 2 Drumoghill FC Temple Domestic Division One Deele Harps FC 0 vs 1 Raphoe Town CT Ball Division 2 Copany Rovers FC
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Buncrana Credit Union Cup Semi Final Buncrana Hearts 3 v 0 Moville Celtic Aileach FC 1 v 3 Greencastle FC Jackie Crossan Premier Division 2pm Glengad United 2 v 0 Culdaff FC Strand Hotel First Division Illies Celtic 7 v 2 Aileach Res (Illies crowned champions) Inishowen Engineering Division Two A 1 Redcastle Res 2
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Donegal’s league campaign came to an end following their defeat to Mayo, in MacHale Park, with Kerry qualifying for the final on points difference. However, overall the campaign can be considered a success with younger players stepping up to the plate following the retirement of key players. This is the biggest point which Donegal can
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Donegal manager Rory Gallagher said that he was pleased with his side’s league campaign despite the disappointing way it ended. Gallagher’s men went into the competition as relegation candidates, but the inexperienced squad surprised most pundits with their strong performances. After a string of wins over Tyrone and a draw with All-Ireland champions, Donegal went
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The recent Daft.ie report shows that in Donegal, house prices have increased by 7.4% this annum. The average cost of a house in the county is just over €142,000. Nationally, prices are up all over the country – but Dublin is still the most expensive place to buy with an average price tag of 340-thousand
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A 60 year-old man remains in a serious condition in hospital after he was discovered seriously injured inside a property in Derry. The man was discovered at around 8am this morning in a house in Sperrin Park and has since been taken to hospital where he is understood to be in a very serious condition.
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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