A Los Angeles police captain is suing Elton John, claiming he was repeatedly groped by the singer while he was working off-duty on the Grammy winner’s security detail. The lawsuit by Captain Jeffrey Wenninger alleges the groping and sexually suggestive comments by Sir Elton occurred in early 2014. Orin Snyder, a lawyer for the singer’s […]
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Ahead of tonight’s Euro 2016 warm up with Slovakia at the Aviva, Ireland Manager Martin O’Neill says some of the players have to take the opportunity they’ve been given. Rob Elliot , Cyrus Christie and Eunan O’Kane are all likely to be included this evening. Blackburn’s Shane Duffy impressed during Fridays 1-0 win over Switzerland
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It’s reported that James McCarthy is unlikely to receive further punishment for his tangle with Donegal’s Martin Mc Elhinney. Both Mc Carthy and the Donegal man got second yellow cards and were sent off following a tussle. Slow motion replays showed Mc Carthy put his hand in Mc Elhinneys face with a thumb towards the
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The Save Our Services committee has stated that despite the decision by Minister Kathleen Lynch to downgrade services at St. Josephs Hospital in Stranorlar, Lifford Community Hospital and Ramelton Community Hospital, the HSE has failed to give further information on the issue. The Committee, together with 4 of the 5 Donegal TDS are now
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An animal welfare meeting for Donegal is taking place next week to discuss the best way to move forward in a bid to get a rescue centre up and running again in the county. The meeting will be held in the Station House Hotel Tuesday next at 8pm and any interested parties and the
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A ‘productive’ meeting has taken place over the on-going issue of an inadequate ambulance service in the Inishowen area. The HSE and The National Ambulance Service were represented at the meeting while Councillor Martin McDermott and Deputy Charlie Mc Conalogue expressed public concern in relation to long waiting times for an ambulance and that only
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It’s emerged that some drivers in Donegal are preventing the seat belt alarm from going off in their car when they fail to belt up by installing extra seat belt clips. It’s not clear where motorists are sourcing the additional belt clips but it has sparked serious concern in the county among various bodies. Road Safety Officer
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Northern Ireland set a new record of ten games unbeaten after they defeated Slovenia 1-0 last night thanks to a goal from Conor Washington. It was only Washington’s second visit to the country. The previous record was held by Billy Bingham’s team when they reached the 1986 World Cup. Washington spoke afterwards about the great
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Shay Given could yet be in action come Euro 2016 in the summer. Republic of Ireland boss Martin O’Neill says that the Lifford goalkeeper’s chances of making the championships will increase if he gets a run of games with Stoke City. Given is expected to line out for the Premier Division club as regular shot-stopper
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Gardaí are appealing to witnesses to a fatal crash in Sligo. A 69 year old man was the sole occupant of a car that went off the road at Castlegal, Cliffoney at about three o’clock yesterday afternoon. His remains have been removed to Sligo University Hospital where a Post Mortem examination will take place.
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Talks aimed at forming the next government are due to resume today, following a weekend of State events to remember the Easter Rising. It’s expected the issues of water charges and the Universal Social Charge are among the most challenging when it comes to the notion of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael teaming up
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Calls have been made in West Donegal for a reduction in the License fee for fishing rights with claims that it is excessive and unsustainable. Commercial Draught Net Salmon Fishermen are currently paying a €400 fee and it has been claimed that this combined with quota cuts over the past number of years is
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Dermot O’Leary is set to return to host the X Factor, after leaving last year. In a shock announcement, producers of the show revealed the British-Irish TV host would be returning for the new season. “I’m very flattered to be asked back to The X Factor, and am currently dusting off my dancing shoes,” Dermot
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Three months after suffering a heart attack, it looks like Gay Byrne could be leaving his radio show. The broadcasting legend has been a hosting a weekly programme on RTE’s Lyric FM, but has hinted he won’t be returning after his last show on Sunday. At the end of the show he thanked his listeners
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There are major delays on the N15 Donegal/ Ballybofey Road through Barnesmore Gap and McGroary’s Brae as temporary traffic lights are in place for works. Gardaí are requesting that road users obey the lights to minimise traffic disruption.
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The price of the average three-bed semi detached house in Donegal has increased by 3.03% to €85,000 in the first three months of 2016, a nationwide property survey has found. The REA Average House Price Survey focuses on the sale price of a three-bed semi, giving an up-to-date picture of the property market in
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Frank McGrotty a brother of Sean McGrotty who died in the tragedy at Buncrana pier last Sunday has said the tremendous outpouring of support from across the country has ‘been of great comfort to the family at this most tragic time. He was speaking at a vigil organised in Derry’s Guildhall Square to mark
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Manchester United manager Matt Busby wanted to rebuild his decimated side after the Munich Air Disaster with the help of Derry man Eddie Davis. The story was told on Sunday Sport by Eamon Davis before the opening of an exhibition about his father Eddie, who was a soccer talent spotter. Eamon said United boss Busby
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Donegal manager Rory Gallagher said his players lost to the best team in the country following Saturday night’s loss to Dublin in Croke Park. The Dubs won 1-10 to 0-7 in Division One and stay top of the league. Rory said it was a disappointing goal to give away, but added that he was “pleased
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Donegal captain Michael Murphy said he will deal with his sending off and will push on with Monaghan next in his sights. Murphy was sent off on Saturday against Dublin after he received two yellow cards and Donegal kicked only one more point after he left the field, as the Dubs ran out 1-10 to
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Finn Harps’ match winner Ryan Curran has said the win over Longford Town is a team victory and claims the three wins could be “massive” at the end of the season. Ryan slotted home from the spot on the 58th minute and revealed that manager Ollie Horgan has asked him to be the club’s official
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Finn Harps managr Ollie Horgan praised his players after they beat Longford Town on Saturday as they secured three valuable points. Harps had lost their previous six matches against Longford, but Ollie said they deservedly took the lead and held on for the three points. He said the points are all that really mattered, following
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GAA expert Kieran Cunningham believes Donegal may not have lost against Dublin if it was not for captain Michael Murphy’s sending off. He said Donegal gave a good account of themselves up until Michael was given a second yellow card and pointed out that Donegal were only one point behind the Dubs at that time.
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National Football League, Division 2 result: Derry 2-12 v 2-12 Meath The scores flowed at the start of the game in Owenbeg, with Derry leading 0-06 to 1-02 after 15 minutes. That’s how it remained until the 24th minute when Meath’s Michael Newman hit a free. His score, which squared the match at 0-06 versus
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Tyrone manager Mickey Harte has claimed that his players should have won a very tough game against Armagh on Saturday. He praised both teams for their efforts amid horrible weather conditions in Omagh as Tyrone and Armagh fought out a draw. It ended Tyrone 0-13 versus Armagh 1-10 at Healy Park. Mickey said it would
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Inishowen Football League results – Sunday, March 27, 2016 Premier Division Buncrana 4 v 3 Moville Greencastle 0 v 0 Aileach QPS 0 v 1 Clonmany Fr O’Gara Cup quarter-finals Rasheney 0 v 1 Carn Dunree 4 v 2 Gleneely Clt Clonmany Res 2 v 3 Sea Rovers (AET) Reserve Premier Division Cockhill Clt 2
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Donegal Junior League results – Sunday, March 27, 2016 Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division Gweedore Celtic 3 v 3 Cappry Rovers Milford United 2 v 0 Castlefin Celtic St. Catherines 1 v 3 Glenea United (played Friday) Drumoghill FC OFF Kildrum Tigers Kilmacrennan Celtic 2 v 2 Rathmullan Celtic Temple Domestic Appliances Division
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Donegal News League Cup Senior semi-final results – Sunday, March 27, 2016 Bonagee Utd 1 v 3 Letterkenny Rovers Derry City Res v Cockhill Celtic *Derry City Res did not present; game awarded to Cockhill Celtic. Final to be played May 15. Ulster Junior Cup semi-final results
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Right2Water Donegal has warned of a growing anger among the public in relation to the delay in forming a Government. There have been numerous reports that the deadlock between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil over water charges may push the country towards a second election. However, Right2Water Donegal Spokesperson Charlie McDyer claims Fianna Fail
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We begin a busy day of sport with reaction from last night’s National Football League Division One match at Croke Park between Dublin and Donegal. Manager Rory Gallagher and captain Michael Murphy, who got two yellow cards, spoke to us directly after the disappointing loss. We also hear from Tyrone manager Mickey Harte after Tryone
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Tyrone 0-13 Armagh 1-10 Runaway leaders Tyrone were halted as they had to settle for a draw against a battling, relegation threatened Armagh team under the Healy Park floodlights in Omagh. Three points each from Ronan O’Neill and Connor McAliskey paved the way for Mickey Harte’s side to a 0-08 to 0-06 advantage at the break, with Stefan Campbell
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Finn Harps beat Longford Town 1-0 in this entertaining Premier Division game at Finn Park. Longford had the better of the early exchanges with Philip Gannon shooting just over the target while Richard Brush was forced to make a decent save to deny Josh O’Hanlon. Harps’ best chances before the break fell to David Scully and
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High-flying Dublin made it six wins in a row in this season’s Allianz National Football League Division One as they beat Donegal 1-10 to 0-7 in this Easter Saturday clash at Croke Park. Donegal did well in the first half but the Dubs were much the better late on. At the break Dublin led Donegal
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A 9oth minute goal from Rory Patterson earned Derry City maximum points as they beat Wexford Youths 2-1 at Ferrycarraig Park. After a scoreless first half, Conor McCormack put the Candystripes ahead on 69 minutes. But last season’s First Division champions drew level through their highly rated striker Danny Furlong on 83 minutes. The home
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Donegal travel to Dublin for this evening’s Division One match against All-Ireland champions Dublin in Croke Park in the National Football League. Donegal manager Rory Gallagher looks ahead to tonight’s clash with Tom Comack..
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Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan believes tonight’s game at Longford Town means there is no let-up for his players. Harps began their campaign with tough matches against Derry City, Dundalk, Shamrock Rovers, and Sligo Rovers. Ollie said on Saturday Sport that the Longford game is just as tricky, especially as Longford have won the last
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Donegal boxer Jason Quigley revealed on Highland Radio that there is a very high possibility that he could fight on the undercard of one of the world’s biggest fights. Jason was speaking on Saturday Sport after beating Mexican fighter Freddy Lopez in California on Friday and confidently predicted that 2016 is going to be a
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Four players from the North West finished Ireland’s win over Switzerland on Friday night and it was Donegal’s Seamus Coleman who captained the side to victory. The Boys In Green beat the Swiss in Dublin thanks to a very early headed goal from defender Ciaran Clarke, whose late grandmother was from Milford and he still
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Glenswilly goalkeeper Philip O’Donnell has been honoured as the only Donegal club footballer to be named on the Sigersons Cup XV. Former Donegal champion Philip, who won the Donegal SFC with Gelnswilly in 2011 and 2013, togged out for DCU in this year’s Sigerson Cup. O’Donnell had a stellar campaign between the posts and kept
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Donegal Junior Football League Results Saturday 26th March 2016 Glencar Inn Saturday Reserve Division Keadue Rovers Reserves 3 v 0 Cappry Rovers St Catherines Reserves
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The Donegal Boxing Board has praised the 10th straight victory of Jason Quigley and said the local fighter is inspiring the county. Jason, from Ballybofey, won another knockout on Friday by beating Mexican Freddy Lopez in a stunning first round knockout. Donegal Boxing Board president Peter O’Donnell, from Raphoe AMC, told Saturday Sport that there
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There was a great turnout for Saturday’s Ballyliffen Coastal Challenge with over 1,000 people completing the course. Johnny Curran from Finn Valley AC won the men’s section, followed by runners Martin Mooney and Noel Diver. The ladies’ section was won by Karen Dolan from Enniskillen. Some 1,100 runners and walkers started at 1pm and there
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Some 29 horses are set to run at the Boylesports Irish Grand National this Easter Monday at Fairyhouse. Denis Kirwan previews the race for Saturday Sport and provides a run down of the 29 runners and riders. He said trainer Gordon Elliott is out to win the race for the first time and has one
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The Donegal U-21s make the short trip to Celtic Park in Derry to take on Tyrone in the Ulster U-21 semi-final on Wednesday night. With a place in the final at stake, Donegal Manager Declan Bonner tells Tom Comack of the difficult game that lies ahead.
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Derry take on Meath at Owenbeg in Division Two of the Allianz Football League tomorrow Sunday, with throw in at 3pm. Dermot McPeake, Derry PRO, talks to Tom Comack about Derry’s crunch clash with the Royal County.
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Former Tyrone All- Star defender John Lynch on unbeaten Tyrone’s meeting tonight with arch rivals Armagh, tonight in Healy Park.
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On today’s Saturday Sport show, we look ahead to tonight’s National Football League and Donegal’s Division One game against Dublin in Croke Park. We will have all the live action with our team Oisin Kelly and Brendan Devenney. Tyrone host Armagh in Division 2 at Healy Park in Omagh. Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan will
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Almost 90,000 euro has been raised in memory of the five people who died in last weekend’s pier tragedy in Buncranna. A justgiving page which initially set a target of 5,000 pounds sterling has received almost 48,000 pounds – or 60,000 euro in donations so far. 9,000 euro was raised in a fundraiser in
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A Donegal County Councillor has praised the decision to fly the Starry Plough flag on council buildings to commemorate the role of the Irish Citizens Army in 1916. The flag will fly for the rest of this year alongside the Tricolour and the Irish Republic flag. Councillor Micheal Cholm Mac Giolla Easbuig put forward
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Police are appealing for information following an incident that occurred in commercial premises in the Spencer Road area of Derry. The incident happened on the evening of Wednesday 16 March but details are only emerging now. At approximately 7.55pm, police received a report that a man had entered a bar and threatened another man.
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