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Costs families €15,300 a year to deal with child cancer diagnosis

It’s costing families an average of €15,300 a year to deal with a child cancer diagnosis, according to new research. The Irish Cancer Society says medication was cited by parents as a significant expense, as well as travel, mental health supports, and one-off costs such as wigs and head coverings. Around 200 children a year

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MAG reiterates commitment to run candidates if deal is not delivered

The Mica Action Group has reiterated their commitment to run Mica and Pyrite candidates in the next election. The group says if the Government doesn’t deliver 100% redress running their own candidates they say will show the Government that if it comes to an election they will vote to fix their county, community and families.

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Over 100 political leaders gathering in Glasgow for COP26

Over 100 political leaders will gather in Glasgow today for the COP26 UN climate conference. It’s hoped agreement can be reached in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prevent the earth from overheating. The Taoiseach will outline Irish plans to reduce carbon output by 2030 when he addresses delegates tomorrow. Siobhán Curran of Trocaire

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Number of Donegal bus route changes, improvements proposed

The National Transport Authority has proposed plans aiming to increase the amount of rural bus services in Ireland by 25%, under its Connecting Ireland plans. The plans include a number of proposals that are aimed at better connecting rural Donegal to the public transport network, as well as improving the frequency of some already existing

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Padraig Bonner feeling relieved as Glenswilly secure senior football for another year

A 0-17 to 2-06 win was enough to earn Glenswilly their place in the Donegal Senior Football Championship for next year. Padraig Bonner’s side conceded two first half goals to Daire McDaid and Jamie Grant but kept the scoreboard ticking over to claim the five point win. Glenswilly boss Padraig Bonner told Ryan Ferry he

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FT Report & Reaction as Glen ease into Derry Senior Football Championship Final

Glen eased into the Derry Senior Football Championship Final after they beat Loup 3-19 to 0-05. Danny Talon, Ethan and Jack Doherty with the goals to give Malachy O’Rourke’s side a 23 point win. Michael McMullan has the full time report… After the game Michael McMullan spoke with delighted Glen boss Malachy O’Rourke…

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O’Neill places blame for lack of abortion in Northern Ireland on UUP Minister

Sinn Féin’s Deputy Leader believes women are entitled to have access to modern and compassionate health care services. The North’s Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill states they’re still being denied access to abortion a year after the law was changed to legalise the service, because “political unionism” is blocking access. The North’s Health Minister is

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LUH second-most overcrowded hospital in Ireland in October – INMO

The INMO says the number of patients on trolleys in hospitals in the Republic of Ireland is double what it was this time last year. The INMO says there’s been “record overcrowding” this month at Letterkenny University Hospital, as well as in Tralee, Castlebar and in Cork. Letterkenny University Hospital was the second-most overcrowded in

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Campaigner “disappointed” at time taken for action against building firm

Campaigners say it shouldn’t have taken so long to take action against one of the construction companies implicated in the mica scandal. Donegal County Council has ordered the closure of the Cassidy Brothers site in Cranford within eight weeks following an enforcement notice. The order also includes removal of all machinery and products for sale

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Ventilation should be emphasised more than personal responsibility – Expert

A leading infectious diseases expert says the government must set and enforce ventilation standards indoors this winter. It comes as new Covid-19 case numbers reported hit a nine-month record of 2,966 yesterday. Infectious diseases expert Professor Ivan Perry from UCC, says too much emphasis is being put on personal behaviour. He says without adequate ventilation

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Colm McCullagh praises his side character after come back win over Trillick

Dromore manager Colm McCullagh praised his side’s character after they came from five points down to beat Trillick in the Tyrone Senior Football Championship semi final. The game finished 0-17 to 2-09 in favour of Dromore who will play Coalisland or Errigal Ciaran in the decider. After the game Colm McCullagh spoke with Francis Mooney…

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Watch: Shaun McGee on the brilliant feeling as Dungloe win first Donegal JHC

Dungloe won their first Donegal Junior Hurling Championship on Saturday afternoon with a 2-13 to 1-13 win over Aodh Rua Ballyshannon. Shaun McGee scored too goal’s in the game to help Dungloe to the three point win. Ritchie Ryan also stared and set up both of McGee’s goals. Tom Comack spoke with Dungloe’s Shaun McGee.

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FT Report & Reaction to historic day for St Eunan’s in Donegal SHC

St Eunan’s won their first Donegal Senior Hurling Championship title since 1972 after they beat Setanta 2-09 to 0-14. Goals from Russell Forde and Kevin Kealy helped the men from Letterkenny claim the one point victory. Oisin Kelly and Donegal Senior Hurling Manager Mickey McCann report from O’Donnell Park and Ciaran O’Donnell gets reaction from

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Dylan Browne McMonagle set to be crowned Champion Apprentice on Sunday

Dylan Browne McMonagle is set to be crowned Champion Apprentice jockey on Sunday in Naas where he has five rides. The Donegal jockey has claimed 53 winners so far this season and will follow in the footsteps as fellow county man of Oisin Orr in claiming the Champion Apprentice title. Dave Keena caught up with

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Watch: Ollie Horgan on Finn Harp’s loss at newly crowned Champions Shamrock Rovers

Finn Harps were beaten 3-0 at newly crowned Premier Division Champions Shamrock Rovers on Friday night. A Danny Mandroiu double gave Rovers a 2-0 lead at the break. Aidomo Emakhu then added Stephen Bradley’s side third to seal their second league title in as many years. The defeat for Harps means they remain in the

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Watch: FT Report as Shamrock Rovers beat Harps to claim Premier Division title

Shamrock Rovers claimed the Premier Division title on Friday evening thanks to a 3-0 home win over Finn Harps. Danny Mandroiu gave Rovers the lead on four minutes after he took the ball around Mark Anthony McGinley in the Finn Harps goal. Mandroiu netted his and the hoops’ second with a header on 23 minutes.

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