Donegal County Council says it is aware of the sale of the Foyle Ferry Company’s vessel to a company in Carlingford, meaning the company will not be seeking to renew its licence in March. Ferry operator Jim Mc Clenaghan has confirmed he is retiring, leaving Donegal County Council seeking a new operator between now and […]
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Rents have gone up again – this time by over three per cent – making it the largest quarterly increase since the peak in 2007. In Donegal, the average increase over the same period was 6%. The average advertised rent is now €525, still significantly lower than the national average of €964. Supply is
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Council tenants in Donegal will be able to buy their homes with a significant discount under a new Government scheme. Up to 130,000 people with incomes less than 20 thousand euro a year will get 60% off the market price of their home while those earning up to 30 thousand will get half off the
Donaghey welcomes house purchase scheme, but has some reservations Read More »
Domhnall Gleeson has made his modelling debut in the December 2015 edition of the Vogue magazine. The Brooklyn star may be known for his hugely successful acting career but he has made his modelling debute for the iconic magazine alongside supermodel Gigi hadid. The 32-year-old posed for acclaimed fashion photographer Mario Testino whose shot some
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Hollywood actor Charlie Sheen is set to make a “revealing personal announcement” in an exclusive interview. Charlie, 50, will appear on NBC’s TODAY show on Tuesday morning for a sit-down interview with TV host Matt Lauer. An announcement on their website said: “In a TODAY exclusive, Charlie Sheen will make a revealing personal announcement on
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The Republic of Ireland have qualified for Euro 2016. A Jon Walters brace – the first from the penalty spot – gave Martin O’Neill’s side a 2-nil victory over Bosnia Herzegovina at the Aviva. Ireland win the play-off 3-1 on aggregate, and have made their second consecutive European Championships. Robbie Brady who scored in the
Famous night as Ireland qualify for Euro 2016 Read More »
Croke Park have confirmed the dates and venues for the 2016 National Football and Hurling Leagues. Donegal’s three home games in Division 1 will see each of the county venues host a game. For the second year in a row Cork will come to Fr. Tierney Park, Ballyshannon on Sunday 7th February, Ballybofey will host
GAA finalise 2016 National League Fixtures Read More »
Bundoran will play Loughinisland in the Ulster Intermediate Club Championship Final on Sunday week the 29th November. The south Donegal side beat Antrim champions Glenavy 1-12 to 1-7 on Sunday in the semi final at Newry. Christy Keeney scored 1-5 at Pairc Esler yesterday while manager Brian Gavigan is hoping to bolster his forward line
The Campbell View: Bundoran will face tougher game in the Ulster Final Read More »
Graeme McDowell has won on the PGA Tour for the first time since 2013. A birdie at the first play-off hole, saw him beat off competition from Jason Bohn and Russell Knox to claim the OHL Classic in Mexico. It’s his first win of any sort since the French Open 16-months ago, so McDowell says
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We’re edging closer to kick-off to the Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2016 playoff second leg with Bosnia Herzegovina at the Aviva. Martin O’Neill won’t name his side until an hour before kick-off, but he can call upon the likes of Jon Walters, John O’Shea and Shane Long who all missed the 1-all draw in
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The Republic of Ireland can join England, Wales and Northern Ireland at Euro 2016 later – if they get past Bosnia and Herzegovina in their play-off second leg. The two sides drew 1-all in Zenica on Friday in the initial tie. Defender Ciaran Clark who has Donegal connections in Milford says getting to the finals
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A man charged with the sectarian murder of Derry man Paul McCauley has had his bail conditions relaxed at today’s sitting of Derry Magistrate’s Court. Piper John McClements (25) with an address in The Fountain in Derry has been on bail since he was first charged with Paul McCauley’s murder. At today’s sitting the
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The Manager of the Radiotherapy Unit which is due to come on stream at Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry next year says they are already working on cross border protocols to ensure a seamless transfer of patients to the centre when it opens in around 12 months time. Una Cardin was speaking ahead of a series
Public briefings on Radiotherapy Unit begin today in Letterkenny Read More »
Gardai are appealing for information about the movements of two cars involved in a fatal head on collision close to Newtowncunningham on Friday afternoon last. The two who died have been named locally as Kevin Mc Clintock from Derry and Orla O’Reilly, who lived in Muff and was a youth worker at the Loft in
Gardai continue to appeal for witnesses following Fridays fatal crash Read More »
The sentence handed down to a Donegal man responsible for the worst fatal collision in the history of the State has been found to be “unduly lenient”. Shaun Kelly of Hill Road in Ballymagan was jailed for two years last December for dangerous driving causing the deaths of eight people’This tragedy unfolded after Shaun Kelly
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The government’s been criticised over the spiraling costs of employing agency staff at Letterkenny General Hospital. Deputy Pearse Doherty says between 2011 and the end of last year, the amount of money spent on agency staff at the hospital had more than doubled. He says the public service recruitment embargo has created a situation where
Recruitment embargo was a disaster which pushed up costs at LGH – Doherty Read More »
There was success for three North West entrants in the IPB “Pride of Place” awards at the weekend, coordinated by Cooperation Ireland. The Council Community Engagement Award was won by Derry and Strabane District Council. The Strabane Community Project took a runner up award in the Age Friendly Community Initiative category, while Coiste Pobail Ghort
Success for Derry, Strabane and Gortahork in Pride of Place awards Read More »
Ireland’s big day has arrived as Martin O’Neill’s side face Bosnia Herzegovina in their Euro 2016 play-off second leg at the Aviva. The game is tied at 1-1 meaning a scoreless draw would secure Irelands place at the Euro’s. It remains uncertain if John O’Shea and Shane Long are fit to start or weather or
O’Neill yet to decide on key players for play-off clash tonight Read More »
One of Derry City’s star players could be heading cross-channel. Patrick McEleney has been linked with a move to English club Peterborough. The 23-year-old is expected to have talks with the club during the week. Dundalk and St Patrick’s Athletic have also been linked with moves to sign the player.
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A Donegal man who killed eight people in a car crash five years ago will find out today if he’ll have to serve more time in prison. Shaun Kelly of Hill Road in Ballymagan was jailed for two years for what was described as the worst fatal collision in the history of the State. Shaun
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It’s over a year since a Gynaecology out-patient clinic in Dungloe was temporarily suspended as a result of staffing issues, and the service has still not been reinstated. Local Councillor Michael Chol Mac Giolla Easbuig has been campaigning to have the service restored, and he’s been in on-going contact with senior management at Letterkenny General
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Donegal is one of three areas identified as water protest hotspots by a high level government group. The group, which has been meeting on a weekly basis for the past 10 months, is made up of civil servants, Irish Water officials and special advisors. The Sunday Business Post has received minutes of meetings under the
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Glenda Gilson has joined popular fashion selling site Depop – and is selling off her showbiz closet. The model and TV presenter has placed outfits from her wardrobe under the name glendagil and is getting rid of dressed from red carpet events as well as beauty products. For example, Glenda has a Christys of London
Glenda Gilson selling off her outfits from Zpose Read More »
Eve Hewson has claimed her parents Bono and Ali Hewson are more fun to hang out with than her sisters. The New York based actress said she even bumped into her mum at a party one time. “I was like, “Urgh, I’m trying to live my life in New York and my mother’s here’,” she
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Following serious flooding in Donegal Town, Ballybofey, Letterkenny, Castlefinn and other parts of Donegal over the weekend, thoughts are turning to long term flood prevention. Cllr Patrick Mc Gowan, who spent much of yesterday helping people affected by floods in Castlefinn and Ballybofey, says he and other local representatives will again be demanding that the
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Police on both sides of the border continue to appeal for information regarding 71 year old John Concannon, who’s been missing since last Tuesday. Mr Concannon, who is five feet six inches in height, was last seen the Lenamore Road/Beragh Hill area of Derry, wearing a black and grey beanie hat, a black coat, checked
Police renew appeal for information as search for missing Derry man continues Read More »
Trillick lost out on a place in the Ulster Senior Football Championship Final today as they were defeated by Scotstown of Monaghan 2-09 to 2-07. Francis Mooney spoke to Trillick midfielder, Eoin Gormley who was consoled by the fact that he still has a county championship medal.. He also caught up with Scotstown and Monaghan
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Inishowen League are now through in the Oscar Traynor Cup after their 2-1 win over Donegal today. However, the Donegal League still have to play the Sligo Leitrim League. Highland Radio’s Chris Ashmore got the thoughts of Donegal League Manager, Brian Dorrian…
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Inishowen had a 2-1 win over Donegal in the Oscar Traynor Cup this afternoon at the Moss. Michael McMonagle hit the back of the net for the defending champions on 74 minutes when minutes later, substitute Kyle Black got a goal for Donegal. However, Inishowen took the upper hand once again and finished on top
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Scotstown continue in the Ulster Club Championship after their 2-09 to 2-07 win over Trillick of Tyrone. Darren Hughes kept the Monaghan men on their way with goals on 19 and 34 minutes. Daniel McDonald and Niall Gormley were the Trillick goal scorers. Scotstown now go on to play Crossmaglen Rangers in the Ulster Senior
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Bundoran overcame Glenavy of Antrim 1-12 to 1-07 today to reach the Ulster Intermediate Club Championship Final. A goal in injury time by Christy Keaney secured the victory for the Realt na Mara club just after Glenavy were reduced to 14 men. Tom Comack spoke to Man of the Match, Christy Keaney who was delighted
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Glenfin held on to their place in Division 2 of the All County League last night as they overcame Burt with just two points to spare. Paddy O’Connor finished with a personal tally of 1-05 of the 1-08 to 1-06 final score. Glenfin had the advantage at half-time and held on through the wet and
Glenfin and Naomh Colmcille retain Division 2 and 3 status Read More »
Despite atrocious weather overnight and widespread flooding the Remembrance 10K went ahead in Finn Valley with 474 participants. It was a special occasion as family /friends came together to mark the memory of those that have passed away with many taking the opportunity to sign the Wall of Remembrance which is a feature of the
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Kris Meeke ended the 2015 World Rally Championship season with a second place finish on Wales Rally GB. The Citroen DS3 of the Co Tyrone driver and his navigator Paul Nagle finished 26 seconds behind the winner, drivers champion Sebastien Ogier in the Volkswagen Polo. Ogier’s team mate Andreas Mikkelsen was third. The sold result
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The following matches have been called off due to over-night flooding in the county. GAA: Donegal Under 21 Championship Semi-Final St. Eunans v Aodh Ruadh Soccer: Ulster Senior League Swilly Rovers v Fanad United Bonagee United v Letterkenny Rovers
Heavy rain and wind have been causing some problems in Donegal over the past 24 hours. The main national primary road between Lifford and Stranorlar is badly flooded at Castlefin, beside the CPI building. There are local diversions being set up sending cars from Stranorlor to Convoy and Raphoe and back to Lifford. There are
Floods reported as wind and rain take their toll in Donegal Read More »
Foyle MLA Colum Eastwood has been elected leader of the SDLP. At the age of 32, Mr Eastwood, is the party’s youngest MLA. At the party’s annual conference in Armagh, he defeated incumbent Dr Alasdair McDonnell by 172 votes to 133. South Belfast MLA Fearghal McKinney has been voted the party’s new deputy leader.
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Inishowen Football League Results : Sunday 15th November 2015 Oscar Traynor Trophy Donegal League 1 – 2 Inishowen League Strand Hotel First Division Carrowmena 0 – 5 Carn FC Dunree Utd – postponed – Redcastle Utd Cockhill 2 – 2 Rasheney FC Inishowen Engineering Reserve League Premier Division Aileach Res 1 – 2
Inishowen Football League Results Read More »
Results from 08/11/2015 to 15/11/2015 FAI Junior Cup : Cavan Rovers 3 Arranmore United 1 Rathmullan Celtic 5 Gweedore Celtic 4 Kilmacrennan Celtic FC 1 Glengad United 2 Deele Harps FC 0 Clones Town 1 Brian McCormick Sports Premier: Milford United FC 3 St Catherines FC 3 Castlefin Celtic 5 Killdrum Tigers 5 Temple Domestic
Donegal Junior Soccer Results Read More »
Donegal Senior Manager Rory Gallagher has confirmed to Highland Radio Sport there’s no retirements among the current squad and he has added twelve younger players to the panel ahead of the 2016 season. Danny Rodgers, Stephen McMenamin, Ciaran Gillespie, Michael Carroll, Eoghan Ban Gallagher, Ciaran Thompson, Stephen McBrearty, Caolan McGonagle, Jack O Brien, Rory Carr,
Rory Gallagher: No Donegal retirements and twelve additions to the panel Read More »
The N13 Letterkenny to Derry Road at Moyle near Newtowncunningham has reopened. It was closed for almost 24 hours following yesterday’s fatal road traffic collision in which a man and a woman in their 30s were pronounced dead at the scene. The two who died have been named locally as Kevin Mc Clintock from Derry and
N13 reopens at Newtowncunningham following fatal crash Read More »
Jason Quigley returns to ring action next Friday night the 20th November in Las Vegas. The Donegal middleweight seeks out his ninth professional victory on the bounce at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The LA based fighter has impressed in his time stateside, with an 8-0 record all of which came by early round
Jason Quigley ready to rock Las Vegas Read More »
It’s been a busy couple of weeks around the Brandywell as Derry City appointed Kenny Shiels as their new manager, while off the field the club is focusing on redevelopment work and the public consultation plan, where the club have sought the views of supporters. This week Oisin Kelly caught up with Derry City chairman
Derry City Chairman Philip O’Doherty on the progress at the Brandywell Read More »
Kilcar overcame Ardara 2-7 to 1-3 in Saturday’s first semi-final of the Donegal Under 21 Championship. Second half goals from Chris Doogan and Ryan McHugh made sure of their passage to another Under 21 county decider. They will play the winners of tomorrow’s semi-final between St. Eunan’s and Aodh Rua. Tom Comack got the reaction
Kilcar beat Ardara to return to Donegal Under 21 final Read More »
New Derry City Manager Kenny Shiels is hard at work at the Brandywell building a foundation for next season. Shiels took over the reigns from caretaker boss Paul Hegarty and has spent his first full week in charge trying to tie down some of the out of contract players while also keeping in mind what
Kenny Shiels wants to put Derry City in position where they can challenge Read More »
The first Sport4Life Conference & Expo in the North West is taking place in the Finn Valley Centre this weekend. The special guest for the event one is of the greatest triathletes of all time – the current Gold Olympic, European and Commonwealth Champion, Alistair Brownlee, MBE. Oisin Kelly spoke with Alistair on Saturday Sport.
Olympic winning triathlete Brownlee in Finn Valley for Sport4Life Read More »
Donegal starred at Saturday’s International Masters Cross Country in Santry Dublin. In the over 35 women’s category Letterkenny AC members took three of the top four places. Ann Marie M Glynn was the first home followed by Natasha Adams 2nd while Fionnuala Diver was 4th. In the over 50 mens, Inishowen’s Pauric Mc Kinney was
Ann Marie Mc Glynn and Pauric McKinney among winners at International Cross Country Read More »
Former Derry Mayor Colm Eastwood will know this evening whether or not he is to be the next leader of the SDLP. The party’s annual conference is underway, with Mr Eastwood, an MLA for the Foyle area challenging current leader Alaistair Mc Donnell. Voting opened yesterday, with the result expected by around teatime today.
Eastwood in bid to become SDLP leader Read More »
Lively 102 year-old Jack Hannigan was the star of the show at the annual Ulster GAA Writers Awards in the Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran last night. The feisty Sean MacCumhaill’s club- man was given the Services to GAA Award and was hugely popular with the large crowd in a witty interview which was played over
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Ireland are in healthy position ahead of Mondays Euro 2016 play-off second leg following a 1-all draw with Bosnia Herzegovina in Zenica on Friday Night. Robbie Brady scored late on before Edin Dzeko equalised. Seamus Coleman was disappointed they conceded but there’s positives with the away goal ahead of Monday’s second leg…
Coleman disappointed to concede but they’ll take the away goal Read More »
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