The link between the Port Road and Neil T Blaney Road in Letterkenny is to be completed. A €2 million funding package has been announced for the construction of the final phase of the Joe Bonner link road, and the development of a new Social Enterprise Building. This has been a priority project for Donegal County […]
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The Donegal Education and Training Board’s Further Education and Training Fair takes place tomorrow in Letterkenny, with over 60 organisations taking part. The ETB says the event will provide information and advice on courses, training and educational supports, ranging from return to learning opportunities right through to access to third level education and beyond. Dr
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Ireland duo Seamus Coleman and James Mc Carthy have given Everton a boost ahead of next week’s League Cup semi final second leg with Manchester City. Manager Roberto Martinez says “Both are progressing well and I expect those two to be back in the squad after this full week.” Coleman picked up a calf
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IBEC North West is calling on all election candidates to support key road projects that will make the region a better place in which to live, work and do business. The business and employers organisation says a motorway connection to Dublin and improvements to the N14/15 road network would facilitate business growth in the region.
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It’s hoped the new Burglary Act, introduced by Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald, will lower the level of criminality in Donegal and further afield. The act means that repeat offenders can be refused bail, taking them off the streets and therefore reducing the chances of them committing the crime again. Statistics provided by the Garda Síochána
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The Green Party candidate in Donegal says she is hopeful that her party will be successful in the forthcoming General Election following a positive meeting in Dublin over the weekend. A total of 40 candidates from across the country will be running for the Green Party in this years General Election. Paula Flanagan is originally
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Finn Harps have signed Letterkenny man Sean Houston ahead of the forthcoming 2016 premier season. The ex-Derry, Bray and UCD player is returning for his second spell with the club having previously joined from Fanad United in 2009. Sean made his Harps debut against UCD in 2009 and went on to make 14 appearances for
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Aodh Rua’s Shane Toolan is the new Referees’ Administrator in Donegal. His appointment was confirmed at Monday nights county committee meeting in Ballybofey. 40 votes was enough to see Toolan over the line, beating Martin Kinley of Naomh Colmcille who had 28 and Ardara’s Michelle Bennet with ten.
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The Great British Bake Off’s Mary Berry turned down the chance to appear in Strictly Come Dancing. The celebrity chef and TV personality revealed that she enjoyed watching the show, but would not star in it herself. When asked what the last TV show was that she turned down, she told Radio Times it was
Eagles guitarist Glenn Frey has died aged 67. Glenn, who was also a founding member of the American rock band, lost his life in New York after battling against various intestinal issues. According to TMZ.com, Glenn had been suffering from illnesses including acute ulcerative colitis, pneumonia and rheumatoid arthritis, with the cause of death believed
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By the time Tyrone and Derry clash in the Ulster Championship this summer they will have met on at least four occasions up to that. The neighboring rivals will clash in this Saturday’s Dr McKenna Cup Final at the Athletic Grounds after both counties won their respective semi final’s on Sunday. Mickey Harte’s Tyrone beat
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Portadown have signing Philip Lowry from Derry City until the end of the Premiership season. The 26 year old returns to the Irish League where he played for Institute and then Linfield before linking up at the Brandywell in 2014. His arrival at Shamrock Park follows last week’s departure of striker Darren Murray to
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Galway United have completed the signing of striker Ruairi Keating from Sligo Rovers. The 20-year-old former Finn Harps man has signed a one-year contract with the Tribesmen. At the start of the 2014 season, Keating joined Finn Harps on loan from Sligo and he scored 6 goals in 14 appearances for the Ballybofey outfit, including
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The late playwright Brian Friels Dancing at Lughnasa cottage is to be preserved with plans to transform it into a ‘Brian Friel Centre’ in the coming years. The Donegal cottage, situated in Glenties has been bought by Director of Magill Summer School Joe Mulholland who intends to fully restore it to its former glory.
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There was a net gain of 116 jobs in Udaras na Gaeltachta supported companies in Donegal last year. The authority’s end of year report has just been published, showing a total of 208 new jobs were created in the Donegal Gaeltacht in 2015, but 92 jobs were lost. Udaras says there were 2,058 full-time equivalent
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Newly elected President of the Ulster Ladies Council Michael Naughton wants to further strengthen the links with the men’s association during his three year term in the top seat. The Sligo native will have a busy year ahead as he also looks to guide the Donegal Senior Ladies to back to back Ulster titles. Michael
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Fianna Fail Councillor James Pat Mc Daid has claimed there were people within the party in Donegal who actively sought to prevent him from running in the forthcoming General Election. The party confirmed to him on Friday that a third candidate would not be added to the ticket, a decision which Cllr Mc Daid has
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The Cleary Centre is to move to a new premises at Lurganbouy in Donegal Town. Agreement has been reached with the HSE on the rental of a new premises after it emerged last year the facility was facing closure, with clients being moved to a number of locations. After a meeting in August between the
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Derry City legend Barry Molloy has announced that he is retiring from senior football. The 32-year-old, who turned down the chance recently to return to the Brandywell, has decided against continuing his career. He had been with Crusaders recently. In a statement released last night, he said: “If you’re gonna do something you should give
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1916 commemorations will be officially kick started in Donegal today, with the launch of the county’s Programme of Events by Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ciaran Brogan at the County House in Lifford. The “Donegal 2016” programme contains over 90 events, which the organisers say will recall and explore the Rising itself, reflect on the achievements of the
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Donegal is the most expensive county for filling-up a tank of petrol with an average of 128.1 cent per litre, 1.6c higher than the national average. The AA says a number of garages in Donegal have the highest prices in the Republic with rates of 131.9 cent for a litre of the fuel – 5.4
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The Fianna Fail Ard Fheis at the weekend has been described as a major success, with Donegal Deputy Charlie Mc Conalogue claiming the party can surprise the pundits and return as the largest party in the next Dail. Deputy Mc Conalogue says while the presumption is that Fianna Fail could hope at best to be
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The newly confirmed Fine Gael candidate for Donegal says he doesn’t believe geography should be a factor in the election campaign. Paddy Harte, who spent over 25 years working for the International Fund for Ireland, was confirmed as Minister Joe Mc Hugh’s running mate at the weekend after weeks of speculation. They are both based
Geography “not an issue” in General Election campaign – Harte Read More »
Tabloid favourite Stephanie Davis threatened to punch Gemma Collins after the pair exchanged a tirade of abuse on Celebrity Big Brother as the ex-Hollyoaks actress’ flirtathon with fellow housemate Jeremy McConnell hit rock bottom. Stephanie, who left the soap in a flurry of headlines about her private life last year, found herself on the end
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Sadly losing stream continues for the pair after they both lost out on a Golden Globe earlier this month. Carlow beauty Saoirse faced stiff competition in the Best Actress category for her role in Brooklyn but ultimately lost to favourite Brie Larson for her performance in Lenny Abrahamson’s Room. However yesterday Saoirse was named the British/Irish
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Michael Naughton is the new President of the Ulster Ladies Council. Having served as vice-president, the Sligo native was elected unopposed at Sunday’s convention at Kelly’s Inn, Garvaghey. He takes charge for a three year term and becomes the first non Ulsterman to be elected President of the province. 2016 will be a busy year
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Brendan Boyce, Letterkenny Athletic Club got his Olympic Season under way with a solid 2nd position in an indoor 5k in Paris, behind former World Champion Rob Heffernan. Brendan clocked 20 minutes 18 seconds with Rob recording under 20 minutes for the distance. Brendan spoke to Myles Gallagher on Sunday Sport ……
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Cockhill Celtic 8 v 0 Fanad United Derry City Reserves 3 v 0 Bonagee United Swilly Rovers 1 v 4 Letterkenny Rovers
Ulster Senior League Results Sunday 17th January Read More »
Premier Division 2pm Gweedore Celtic 0 v 4 Milford United St. Catherines 3 v 1 Cappry Rovers Drumoghill F.C. 5 v 0 Castlefin Celtic Kilmacrennan Celtic 4 v 4 Glenea United Kildrum Tigers 4 v 2 Rathmullan Celtic Division One Bonagee United 2 v 0 Keadue Rovers Cranford United 5 v
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Jackie Crossan Premier Division Glengad 5 V 0 Buncrana Greencastle 2 V 0 Clonmany Moville 1 V 2 QPS Illies 3 V 5 Aileach Strand Hotel First Division Dunree 7 V 0 Carrowmena Cockhill Yth 0 V 2 Carn Redcastle 1 V 4 Rasheney
Inishowen Football League Results Sunday 17th January. Read More »
Tyrone 1-13 Fermanagh 0-10 The defending champions, Tyrone proved too strong for neighbours Fermanagh at the Dr. McKenna Semi Final at Clones. Fermanagh got off to the better start with Sean Quigley scoring 3 points in the first 5 minutes but Tyrone came back into the game and it was 4 points apiece at half
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Derry 1-17 Cavan 1-10 Derry advanced to the final of the Dr. McKenna Cup with a 7 point victory over Cavan in the Athletic Grounds in Armagh. There was little between the teams until man of the match Ryan Bell converted a penalty for Derry and further points followed to leave the Oak Leaf
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A Derry born businessman who indicated last year he would contest the General Election in Donegal has now said he will pursue a Seanad seat instead. Peter Casey, who is based in Atlanta, but regularly visits the North West is in discussion with Independent TD Shane Ross with a view to securing a nomination
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Two new opinion polls paint a mixed picture of the government parties’ prospects ahead of the General Election. A Sunday Times poll shows Fine Gael dropping two points and Labour unchanged, while a survey by the Sunday Business Post indicates a two-point decrease for Labour with Fine Gael holding steady. In terms of the Opposition,
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Details have emerged of a serious assault in Derry in the early hours of New Years Day. Police in the city have confirmed they are investigating a report of a serious assault on a man in the Foyle Crescent area between 1.30 and 2am on the morning of Friday January 1st. The man was attacked
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Derry City have met the Inishowen League on the possible use of Maginn Park when renovation work is taking place at the Brandywell. Following the release of the programme of works by the council, Derry will need an alternative venue for their final six home games of the 2016 season. Both parties met at Maginn
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Donegal 1-9 , Mayo 1-8 Donegal had a one point win over Mayo in the Under 21 North West tournament, played at O’Donnell Park today. The score at half time was 0-5, 0-4 to the home side, and Stephen McBrearty was the goalscorer for Donegal. After the game, Tom Comack got the reaction of Donegal
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DONEGAL JUNIOR LEAGUE FIXTURES Saturday 16th January 2016 Saturday Division Arranmore United 0 v 0 Glencar Celtic Fintown Harps AFC 0 v 4 Strand Rovers Mulroy Celtic 4 v 3 Orchard F.C. Drumbar F.C. 1 v 3Drumkeen United Saturday Reserve Division Erne Wanderers Reserves 1 v 2 Glenea United Reserves St. Catherines Reserves
Donegal Junior League Results – Saturday 16th January Read More »
In Division 2B of the All Ireland League, City of Derry were the winners over Highfield, played at Judges Road. The final score was 33 – 10, with City of Derry holding a comfortable lead throughout the game. This puts them 16 points clear at the top of the table. Highland’s Rugby correspondent Alec McDonald
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Derry take on Cavan in one of this weekend’s Dr McKenna Cup semi-finals at the Athletic Grounds, Armagh. The winner will play either Tyrone or Fermanagh in the final. Former Derry star defender Danny Quinn has been discussing the prospects of the game with Tom Comack.
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The Dr McKenna Cup semi-finals take place this weekend, with Tyrone taking on Fermanagh at Clones on Sunday. Alan Rodgers, of the Ulster Herald and Gaelic Life, looks ahead to the game with Tom Comack.
Dr McKenna Cup: Alan Rodgers previews Tryone v Fermanagh Read More »
The Donegal Derry Vipers are holding tryout’s this Sunday in the Aura Leisure Centre, Letterkenny from 10am-12pm. More details are on the Donegal Derry Vipers facebook page. Cathal Curran and Johnny Lynch, spoke to Kenny Harkin on Saturday Sport about the upcoming tryouts.
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Police in Derry are investigating a suspected arson attack at the rear of a house at Liscloon Drive in Shantallow this morning. A passing police patrol noticed the fire at a shed to the rear of the property at around 6.30am this morning. Fire service personnel attended the scene a short time later and extinguished
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Police investigating the murder of James McDonagh in Toomebridge last weekend have arrested a woman. Mr McDonagh, who was 28 and from Castledawson in County Derry, was assaulted outside a bar last Sunday morning. The 33-year-woman was detained in Banbridge this morning and is being questioned on suspicion of withholding information. A 24-year-old man appeared
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A Donegal TD says the recovery is being seen in Donegal, with 311 IDA supported jobs created in the county last year. Deputy Dinny McGinley says there are 12 IDA supported companies in Donegal 2,918 people, and that figure is set to rise, with 311 IDA jobs added to the Donegal economy last year alone,
Mc Ginley says recent IDA figures show the recovery is being seen in Donegal Read More »
It’s been confirmed that Paddy Harte Junior has been added as the second Fine Gael candidate to the ticket in Donegal. In a statement last night welcoming the nomination, Junuior MInister Joe Mc Hugh said they will bothwork hard to retain two Fine Gael seats in the County. Mr Mc Hugh acknowledged there is a
Paddy Harte Jnr added to FG ticket in Donegal Read More »
Tyrone Manager Mickey Harte has made thirteen changes from the side that started against Antrim on Wednesday night for Sunday’s Dr. McKenna Cup semi final with Fermanagh. Cathal McCarron and Mark Bradley are the only players to retain their places. Rory Brennan, Conall McCann, Conor Meyler and Colm Cavanagh return to the panel to make
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The Derry team to play Cavan in Sunday’s Bank of Ireland Dr McKenna Cup semi-final at Armagh (2pm) is as follows: 1. Thomas Mallon (Loup) 2. Ciarán Mullan (Eoghan Rua) 3. Dermot McBride (Ballinascreen) 4. Ryan Ferris (Magherafelt) 5. Gareth McKinless (Ballinderry) 6. Chrissy McKaigue (Slaughtneil) 7. Danny Heavron (Magherafelt) 8. Brendan Rogers (Slaughtneil) 9.
Derry name team for Cavan showdown Read More »
The Ulster FA have released the first set of games for this seasons Knockalla Caravans Cup. Swilly Rovers v Cappry Rovers Derry City Reserves v Aileach FC Glengad v Kildrum Tigers Cockhill Celtic. v Clonmany Shamrocks Clones Town v Cootehill Harps Letterkenny Rovers v Drumoghill FC Buncrana Hearts v St Catherines Bonagee Utd v Fanad
Knockalla Cup First Round Draw Read More »
A 55 year old South Donegal man has been returned for circuit court trial, on a charge of driving without due care and attention, causing the death of a woman a year ago. William McKee of Carricknahorna, Cashelard, Ballyshannon is charged with driving without due care and attention, causing the death of 33 year old
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