LISTEN BACK: Seamus Coleman gets freedom of Donegal
Seamus Coleman was awarded the freedom of Donegal by Donegal County Council at a special reception at County House in Lifford. Ahead of the ceremony, the Republic of Ireland captain gave his thoughts on the honour, on Ireland’s World Cup qualifying campaign, and on his recovery from injury…
Coleman to be awarded the freedom of Donegal next week
Soccer hero Seamus Coleman will be accorded the county’s highest honour at a Civic Reception hosted by the Cathaoirleach and members of Donegal County Council at the County House in Lifford on Friday 2nd June 2017 at 5pm. A native of Killybegs, Seamus Coleman plays with the Everton club in…
German cruiser to make maiden voyage into Killybegs
The german cruiser MS Astor will make its maiden voyage into Killybegs tomorrow. It’s one of 13 major cruisers that will visit the harbour this year. 620 passengers will be on board the ship which is set to arrive in tomorrow morning. Ann Dorrian of the Killybegs Information Centre says…
Killybegs residents asked if there’s need to set up branch of The Fishermen’s Mission
People living and working in the Killybegs port area of Donegal are being asked for their opinions on whether there is a need to set up a branch of The Fishermen’s Mission in the coastal town. The Fishermen’s Mission, a charity, was established in 1881. Among the services provided by…
Fears Donegal fish quota could be lost to Cork
There are fears that up to ten million euro worth of fishing quota could be transferred from Donegal to Cork. A review of fishing quota is now taking place and it is causing concern among fishermen, particularly because of the uncertainty already aroused by Brexit. Among the strongest opponents of…
Bundoran RNLI Lifeboat assist in dive boat rescue
The Volunteer crew of Bundoran RNLI Lifeboat assisted in the rescue of a dive boat with 4 people on board. Malin Head Coast Guard received the call at around 1.50pm yesterday afternoon who requested the immediate launch of The Bundoran Lifeboat and Killybegs Coast Guard Rib. The Bundoran lifeboat was…
Donegal claim Ulster U21 title
A superb second half performance from Donegal secured a first Ulster Under 21 football title since 2010 last night. Lorcan Connor’s first half goal, added to late strikes from substitute Ethan O’Donnell and midfielder Michael Carroll secured a 3-17 to 0-13 victory over Derry in Armagh. We’ll hear from man…