Gardaí stopped and spoke to 38 people on suspicion of having purchased “sexual services” in various urban and rural areas across the country last week – including Donegal. 

Gardaí also conducted intelligence-led operations across nine Garda divisions in Dublin, Kilkenny/Carlow, Cork city, Kerry, Galway and Donegal targeting the demand for prostitution and to enforce legislation which criminalises the purchase of sexual services.

A number of files will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions with a view to establishing if any criminal prosecution should be initiated.

The days of action was coordinated by the ‘Operation Quest’ team at the Garda National Protective Services Bureau, in liaison with local Detective Units, and took place in furtherance of an enforcement strategy to target persons involved in the purchase of sexual services.

A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána said: ” During the course of this intelligence led operation, thirty-eight (38) individuals were stopped and spoken to by members of An Garda Síochána, arising from suspicion of having purchased sexual services from an individual involved in prostitution.

“This operation reinforces An Garda Síochána’s commitment to target the demand for prostitution and to protect vulnerable persons, including victims of human trafficking involved in prostitution.

“This is the second national operation targeting the demand for prostitution in 2019 and further operations are planned.

The green light has been signalled for major redevelopment of Scoil Cholmcille, Letterkenny – the second major school building project to be confirmed in as many weeks.

 Minister for Education, Joe McHugh, joined staff, pupils, parents and board of management and principal Paraig Cannon at the school to celebrate the big news.

“I was in Glenswilly NS just two weeks ago to mark the step forward for the major extension in that school and I committed to bringing more news without delay,” Minister McHugh said.

“And now we are at another school and it really is a privilege to be able to make an announcement like this for Scoil Cholmcille.”

The school received confirmation from Minister McHugh that it is moving to tender to source the building firm to carry out the major redevelopment of the school.

“It was Fine Gael in Government that pledged this kind of investment in our schools and it is a huge honour to be able to see these moving to the point where the building work is only a short time away,” Minister McHugh said.

“Ultimately Scoil Cholmcille will get eight new classrooms, a general purpose hall and ball courts. Not only that but the prefabs will be removed from the school grounds, there’ll be a new a car park and set down area.

“We are talking about a school building of the best standard and from an environmental point of view it will have a near zero energy rating.

“Huge credit has to go to principal Paraig Cannon, all the staff, chair of the board of management Fr Kemmy and board members and the whole staff and school community for their support and dedication to this project all the way through, not to mention the welcome I received.”

Fine Gael councillor Jimmy Kavanagh added: “It is fantastic news. It’s such a huge boost to think that in no time at all we will have the builders on site and the staff and pupils of Scoil Cholmcille enjoying the best teaching environment thanks to commitment and investment of Fine Gael in Government.”

Minister McHugh said: “Scoil Cholmcille, Glenswilly, the progress of St Eunan’s College, Letterkenny through the fast-track Adapt programme, upgrade works at Moville Community College and many others are all shining examples of this Government’s commitment through Project Ireland 2040.

“Other communities are waiting and I want to assure people that we know how important each project is; that each one is a priority in each school community and I am determined to see them make good progress.”

A West Highland White Terrier, or similar, has not been seen for two days. 

Brody, a resident from the Mennaward area, went missing on Wednesday and the owner is anxious for its return.

It is a long way from Carndonagh, but even so, that hasn’t stopped one Donegal rugby club from making the near 12,000-mile round trip halfway across the world for the highly anticipated Rugby World Cup. 

The Inishowen Rugby Club, Ireland’s most northerly rugby enclave, reached Japan last week before the squads opening game against Scotland on Sunday last.

The oval ball has not traditionally reached those parts of Donegal. But it infiltrated Inishowen sometime in the 1970s and is still there.

Club President of Inishowen Rugby Club, Anne Scott, and a squad of club members join their fellow countrymen and women in the Asian country, painting parts of the country green in the process.

Speaking from Japan on Friday, Anne Scott, said the experience ‘was something else’.

She said: “The atmosphere in the Yokohama Stadium (against Scotland) was fantastic and the organisation was second to none.

“Japan is a country of contrasts – the old is revered and the new is everywhere. The Japanese people are incredibly helpful and polite and there are many more signs in English than we imagined.

“The food is wonderful if you are willing to experiment and chopsticks can be mastered! It is something else.

“Roll on the next game against our hosts.”

Ireland will take on host Japan on tomorrow morning (Sat) at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa (08:15am local time). 

With Christmas getting closer, we would like to introduce our Fire and Ice Christmas party night at Redcastle Oceanfront Golf & Spa Hotel! This year, as usual, we will be celebrating in style!

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Sparkling drinks reception

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Friday 13^th December

Saturday 14^th December

Friday 20^th December

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13^th & 14^th December – The Cavanagh Brothers

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Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh has announced a second major school building project today with the green light for St Mary’s NS, Stranorlar to go to tender for a new school.

Fresh out of a visit to Scoil Cholmcille, Letterkenny to confirm its major redevelopment, Minister McHugh joined staff, pupils, parents and board of management and principal Eoghan Roarty and past principal Fintan Keating school to celebrate the big news.

“I was in Glenswilly NS just two weeks ago, and I’m just out of Scoil Cholmchille and now I have the great privilege of marking another step forward for St Mary’s Stranorlar,” Minister McHugh said.

The school received confirmation from Minister McHugh that it is moving to tender to source the building firm to carry out the major redevelopment of the school.

“What all this means is that next year the diggers will be on site, the builders will be making progress on getting a three storey 24 classroom school for the town and its people.

“We are talking about a school building of the best standard and from an environmental point of view it will have a near zero energy rating.

“Huge credit has to go to principal Eoghan Roarty and retired principal Fintan Keating for their great focus, determination and patience over the last while. I also want to thank all the staff and everyone on the board of management and the local school community for sticking with us on this.”

Fine Gael councillor Martin Harley added: “It is a first class day for schools in Donegal. I am glad to be able to share it with the minister. Before we know it we will be watching construction and getting ready for a grand opening.

Minister McHugh said: “St Mary’s, Scoil Cholmcille, Glenswilly, the progress of St Eunan’s College, Letterkenny through the fast-track Adapt programme, upgrade works at Moville Community College and many others are all shining examples of this Government’s commitment through Project Ireland 2040.

“Other communities are waiting and I want to assure people that we know how important each project is; that each one is a priority in each school community and I am determined to see them make good progress.”

Parents have been warned to be mindful of their children this Halloween by outlining the dangers fireworks pose. 

Fireworks are often used at Halloween time, but without a licence, it is illegal to use them.

It emerged last week that gardaí in Inishowen seized fireworks during Operation Tombola in Buncrana and Clonmany.

Inishowen Councillor, Jack Murray, welcomed the illegal haul, while urging parents to be mindful of their children this Halloween season.

He told Donegal Daily: “Incidents around fireworks at Halloween has been a trend now for over the last couple of years.

“And incidents, especially in Buncrana around the Ferris Lane area, have proved a problem with fireworks being thrown at cars, which is just torturing local residents.

“So, I welcome the seizure of fireworks and I am glad that they won’t be as accessible if gardaí are clamping down on them.

“Fireworks make for a good spectacle if used in a safe environment, but they are very dangerous and if young children get their hands on them they can be particularly dangerous.”

Gardaí said fireworks, bar the smallest types, will be confiscated if found, while people who throw any ignited fireworks in public places can face up to five years in jail, plus fines.

Urging parents to talk to their children about the dangers fireworks pose, the Donegal Fire Service said: “Members of the public are asked not to buy, use or supply fireworks and parents are requested to monitor their children and make sure they do not play with fireworks including bangers.

“Every year children end up tragically injured and often scarred for life after using illegal fireworks.”

A fundraiser will be held tomorrow (Sat) in Burrito Loco, Letterkenny with the hopes of setting up an over 30’s LGBTQ+ peer support service in Donegal. 

There is currently no over 30’s LGBTQ+ specific service in the county.

A spokesperson for the fundraiser said: “The good news, is that with your help through word of mouth and attending our events, you will help us raise the vital funds we will need to help us secure safe spaces for groups to meet and assist in the cost for transportation.

“We are made up of a group of volunteers and are passionate about creating a friendly social and peer support hub across the county.

“We will be running personal development workshops and a walking group. We hope to facilitate peer support groups in Inishowen, Letterkenny and South Donegal.

“Invisibility and social isolation are the key issues that need to be addressed. The older LGBTQ+ Community is one of the most marginalised in society and often forgotten about entirely.

“Our LGBTQ+  elders faced imprisonment, violence and mental illness stigmatisation in the past and certainly today, these still exist.

“We are calling on Over 30’s LGBTQ+ community to call in on the day to find out more.”

The event will host an information day, plus the following in Burrito Loco:

1pm-6.30pm

• Live Music from Local Artists
• Free LGBTQ+ Flag Workshop
• Free Make-up Tutorials
• Free Sexual Health packs
• Interactive Rainbow Quiz

Tickets are €10 for this act and money will be donated towards the initiative.

The event is opened to the public.

A Status Yellow rainfall warning has been issued for Donegal with some heavy showers having already hit the county this afternoon (Fri).

Donegal is forecast to get between 20mm and 30mm of rain from 8pm tonight until 2am tomorrow morning.

A forecaster said: “Heavy rain this evening and early tonight with some spot flooding. Totals 20 to 30 mm.”

And heavy rain will batter most parts of the country on Saturday, with areas in the south and east expected to experience flooding.

The national forecaster cautioned: “Heavy downpours of rain expected with totals 30-40mm with spot flooding likely especially near the coast.

“Saturday night will be wet as persistent or heavy rain over Munster and Leinster continue with risk of spot flooding.

“It is not certain yet if this rain will extend over Ulster and Connacht, but there is good possibility that it will.

“The rain will eventually clear eastwards overnight with clear spells following. Lowest temperatures of 9C to 11C.”

The Maghery Band from Donegal made their exciting debut at the Belfast International Tattoo in the SSE Arena earlier this month.

20,000 spectators across 3 shows were introduced to the Donegal spectacle in the second half of the Belfast International Tattoo show ahead of the finale number and wowed the audience.

Cliff Mason Photography

The audience were intrigued by the entertaining band whose innovative and masterful performances have advanced their status.

The band themselves found this to be an inspiring experience. Despite having international and All-Ireland-champion status, members had, until now, mainly performed for thousands in passing. To experience thousands of spectators focused on you for an entire 15minute performance and embrace their reactions along the way was so exciting for the group.

Cliff Mason Photography

It was an honour for the band to be embraced as they were at the Belfast International Tattoo.

Local supporters and those from the Maghery and Dungloe community travelled to Belfast to also witness the band debut on the magnificent Tattoo stage. Messages of the locals’ pride in the band flooded in over the course of the four days that they were in Belfast.

Brian Wilson and Colin Wasson, organisers of the Belfast Tattoo, made the Donegal band feel right at home on the grand Tattoo stage. This is the beginning of a great Tattoo career for the band who now plan to develop their routine for the Tattoo stage.

Cliff Mason Photography

The band found this to be a great learning curve in performing and the memories and experience for the youth and adults alike involved is one that they will cherish for a lifetime. This has been an inspiring year for the performing academy known as Maghery Band and they show no signs of slowing down.

Performing in the finale alongside the HM Royal Marines, Adest Musica, Churchill Flute Band, Ballywalter Flute Band, Mass pipe bands from Northern Ireland and Australia, dancers Stag and Thistle from Canada and Bicycle act Juliana Bicyle Team is held in great esteem.

The Maghery Band are inundated at present with worldwide invites. As a voluntary and non profit group they will have to plan these invites as well as they can so they can undertake fundraising efforts all whilst representing Maghery, Dungloe, Donegal and Ireland as a whole.

Information for new recruits and auditions for the academy can be obtained from Annemarie, chairperson, drill and drum major instructor on 0879247837.

Cliff Mason Photography

They invite young and old who have a passion for music and performance and who would like to get involved to get in contact. The academy will be planning for the next few years for travel and performing and invite anyone who that may appeal to to enquire with them to see how to get involved.

The academy are on a short break at present following their last parade of the Band year at Harvest Fayre in Glenties. The champions are currently planning their Annual Champions Ball which will take place this November but soon practise will commence as the band prepare for their 2020 commitments.

At the end of every year, the band like to see that the future is bright, and for this impressive band the future appears extremely bright for years to come.

SEARING HEAT and humidity in Doha will be among the chief obstacles facing Mark English and Brendan Boyce when they go in the 2019 IAAF World Athletics Championships tomorrow.

English will be in 800m heat action at around 3.15pm Irish time with Boyce’s 50k race walk underway at 9.30pm.

It will be touching midnight in the Qatar capital when Boyce sets off in his gruelling event.

The 50k race walk is one of the most unforgiving events in world sports and, even though it will be late at night when the gun goes, temperatures will still be above 30 degrees, with humidity expected at 75 per cent.

“We have a medical team who will monitor conditions all the time,” the IAAF President, Sebastien Coe, said this week. “We’ve undertaken a lot of work on heat management. We recognise that the road events are those that need to be carefully monitored. We have more medical supervision, more water available. There’s no plan to cancel.”

Boyce has already qualified for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

In finishing fifth at the European Race Walking Championships in Alytus, Lithuania, in May Boyce set a new PB of 3:48:13 – shaving 42 seconds off his previous record – to book his place in Japan.

The Finn Valley AC man has set new PBs at 20k, 30k and 50k distances recently and, before going to altitude  training in the Sierra Nevada mountains, said he was eyeing up the top eight in Doha.

The likes of Yohann Diniz, the 41-year-old reigning World champion, Matej Toth and Wang Qin are among those expected to be in the shake-up.

In a bid to ease the rise of the mercury on the athletes, the Khalifa International Stadium has been air conditioned.

English was a late addition to the Irish ticket for the Championships. It was only last Friday when the three-time European medalist received confirmation that he had been added via the IAAf’s ‘quota’ system.

A stacked field will see the likes of Pierre-Ambroise Bosse, Nigel Amos, Brandon McBride and Emmanuel Korir, go under starter’s orders.

FINN HARPS will be without two key players next Friday when they host relegation rivals UCD at Finn Park.

Harps will plan without striker Nathan Boyle and defender Daniel O’Reilly, who will both be suspended.

Boyle and O’Reilly have reached five yellow cards and have been hit with a one-game suspension.

With four games to go, Harps have a six-point buffer on bottom side UCD. Harps, possibly crucially, also have a vastly superior goal difference.

For next week’s game, Harps manager Ollie Horgan will serve a touchline suspension following his sending off during the recent game against Sligo Rovers.

Letterkenny Credit Union is inviting each and every one of its members to have their ‘Credit Re-Union’ in time for Christmas 2019. 

Members can drop in to the office for their ‘Credit ReUnion’ in person, or they can call up one of the friendly members of staff and ask about budgeting tips, prudent spending and sensible borrowing over the festive period.

Letterkenny Credit Union is embarking on the pre-Christmas ‘Credit ReUnion’ as part of its ongoing commitment to tailoring services and products to the specific needs of its members.

And they have launched this entertaining video to highlight the importance of avoiding moneylenders in the run up to Christmas:

Commenting on the festive Credit ReUnion, Ciaran Haran, Chairperson of Letterkenny Credit Union said: “We are looking forward to reconnecting with those we have not seen in a while, and chatting to those members we know well, and offering them any assistance and guidance they might need with budgeting and spending tips for the Christmas period. Our aim is to ensure that all of our members have a stress-free and enjoyable Christmas and that financial worries will be the last thing on their mind.”

Ciaran also urged anyone who might need to borrow to cope with the financial burden of Christmas to avoid moneylenders at all costs, and to make Letterkenny Credit Union their first point of call.

Ciaran continued “We know that many might be tempted to seek out moneylenders this Christmas, but this a potentially very harmful financial decision to make. We find that people can quickly become trapped in a vicious circle where they need to borrow again just to meet loan repayments. 

“Should any of our members, including any of those who have not been active with us for a while, need to borrow a little extra, we would urge them to ask us here at Letterkenny Credit Union about our loans, which are very straightforward and have fair interest rates. There are no penalties for paying a loan back early, nor are there any hidden fees or charges on our loans. Our Christmas loan, for example, is available at an affordable APR rate of 7.2%* and our friendly staff can offer guidance on arranging payments so you don’t have to deal with the headache of repaying the loan months after Christmas.”

Letterkenny Credit Union has lent €66 million to the local community in the past 5 years. Letterkenny Credit Union is also advising people that they should avoid the temptation to become consumed with the December rush, and has put together its five top tips for sensible spending this Christmas:

Top tips for sensible spending this Christmas

1. At Christmas the key to spending within your means and avoiding unnecessary stress is to draw up a spending budget specifically for the festive season. Once you have decided on a budget for the household, and set a limit to your seasonal spending, stick to these limits and you will be well on the road to spending within your means.
2. Once you have your Christmas budget prepared, let this guide your spending. Make a list of what you need to buy every time you plan on hitting the shops, and don’t allow yourself to buy anything that’s not on this list. This way, you are giving yourself the best chance to avoid over-spending.
3. Do your research before you make a purchase; are the goods you want to buy available at a better price somewhere else? If so, then don’t be afraid to ask for a price match – or at the very least ask for a small discount. At worst you will be turned down – or you could get your goods for the best price on the market!
4. Don’t forget to check out your local shops and stores where there is always a great range of good value and good quality gifts.
5. Consider planning a Secret Santa or Kris Kindle with your family and friends. Not only can this be great fun, but it’s also a fantastic way to save without losing the magic of Christmas.

Ciaran said “One of the keys to sensible spending at Christmas time is to set a budget for yourself and stick to it. Avoid deciding what to spend once you hit the shops, or you will be very likely to over-spend. 

“Do your research before you make a purchase and ensure that you are getting the best price possible. And of course don’t forget to shop local, as you can often find some great bargains and some unique gifts in your local stories. 

“Remember, if you need any help with budgeting or spending tips, drop into Letterkenny Credit Union for a friendly chat.”

For further information, please contact loans department on 0749102126 or email loans@letterkennycu.ie

* For a €1,000, 1 year variable interest rate loan with 12 monthly repayments of €86.52, an interest Rate of 6.95%, a representative APR of 7.2%, the total amount payable by the member is €1038.04 Information correct as at 24/09/2019

THE INTERMEDIATE Football Championship quarter-final between Cloughaneely and Naomh Colmcille has been called off, it has been confirmed.

The game has been postponed as a mark of respect to the late Paul ‘Diddler’ Dillon.

A former player and underage coach with Naomh Colmcille, the 45-year-old passed away yesterday evening following a battle with Motor Neurone Disease.

After the rebirth of the club in the mid-1990s, Paul was a long-time underage coach at Pairc Colmcille and many of the current senior team played under his tutelage.

“As a mark of respect to the Dillon family and with everyone’s mind anywhere but football at this time our championship 1/4 final v Cloughaneely is off tomorrow,” Naomh Colmcille confirmed.

“Alternative arrangements will be posted when we know the details.”

ST EUNAN’S haven’t been in a Donegal SFC final since 2015, but Conor Parke hopes a tough group phase will stand to the black and amber tomorrow evening.

St Eunan’s take on Milford in the first of the quarter-finals in Ballybofey (throw-in 5pm).

Picture: Conor Parke in action for St Eunan’s against Omagh in the 2014 Ulster Club Championship.

A place in the last four is at stake with St Eunan’s – who didn’t make it out of the group last year – still something of a mystery for onlookers.

Richard’s Thornton’s team came out of a group including champions Gaoth Dobhair and their old foes St Michael’s, with away draws recorded at both, and Ardara, who they peeled away from to defeat.

“We went to Magheragallon to get a draw before going to the Bridge to do the same so hopefully those games will stand to us now,” Parke said.

“The likes of Kilcar are gung-ho to win the championship back this year and no matter who you play it’s a tough game at this stage of the game.”

Conor Parke with Anthony Thompson in pursuit

Parke played in the 2012 and 2014 final wins over Naomh Conaill and Glenswilly, scoring a point against the later. Parke also played in the 2015 final loss to Naomh Conaill and he was part of the St Eunan’s side that lost out to Setanta in this year’s senior hurling final.

Four years ago, Parke netted a goal in a semi-final win over St Michael’s. On Sunday, he came up from the back to arch over a vital point in the tense draw at The Bridge.

“It was a tight game,” Parke said after Conall Dunne rescued a result for the Letterkenny men.

“We’ve been there a lot and it’s always touch and go. You never get an easy game at St Michael’s. We were just glad to come out on the right end of it.

“I actually thought that the game was gone, but we pulled it back. The boys showed good hunger to push on, especially after losing Rory Carr in the first half. It was backs against the wall stuff, but we managed to do it.”

St Eunan’s have been in a period of some transition over recent years, but with a powerful underage structure in the same time, Parke and co are hopeful of climbing the ladder again.

Parke said: “We had bad luck with a tight draw last year. We didn’t get out of the group. Thank God, we got the results this year.

“You have the likes of James Kelly, Brian McIntyre and Eoin McGeehin inside, who are doing very well. It’s a big learning curve for those young fellas coming through.”

They’re a friendly bunch at Irwins Expert Electrical Buncrana, and they were all smiles today as they welcomed the Donegal Daily cameras for an introduction to their store.

Manager John Gill and the sales team, Peter Sweeney and Tony O’Loughlin, talked to us about what makes their store special:

Irwins Expert Electrical has been at the heart of the community in Buncrana for over four decades, located on Maginn Road just a few steps from Buncrana Main Street. Over the years, the store has built up a loyal customer base and has developed into the leading supplier of electrical goods in the North West.

The newly renovated electrical appliance showroom was voted No. 1 Store of The Year out of 67 Expert stores throughout Ireland in 2018 and the team take great pride in their customer service.

Tony, John and Peter at Irwins Expert Electrical Buncrana

Irwins Expert Electrical Buncrana services the entire Inishowen peninsula, they deliver, install, and take away old products for free recycling. Plus, with Click & Collect, you can shop online from the comfort of your home and have your items ready for collection prior to visiting the store.

The shop stocks the biggest brands and won’t be beaten on price, due to their membership of the Expert Group, which are the largest electrical group in Ireland.

So, if you’re looking for a new appliance, technology or simply want to have a browse, you’ll be very welcome to call into Irwins Expert Electrical Buncrana.

Check out the Facebook page @irwinexpert for special offers and updates, visit www.expert.ie or telephone the store on: 074 9361161

RACHAEL Darragh and Joshua Magee have advanced into Saturday’s action at the Li-Ning Czech Open.

Darragh (pictured) is into the second round of the women’s singles after a 21-16 21-14 win over Bulgarian Buanka Bukoviczki.

Darragh faces Tereza Kobláková from Czech Republic tomorrow at the Sportovni hala Vodova in Brno.

Magee, her uncle, paired up with Paul Reynolds to overcome Austrian pair Jannik Maczejka and Kilian Meusburger 21-16 21-14.

They meet Markus Barth and Mattias Xu from Norway tomorrow in a men’s doubles quarter-final.

Magee lost out 21-17 21-14 to Magnus Klinggaard in the men’s singles after he had beaten Matthew Abela 21-11 21-6.

In the mixed doubles, Magee and Reynolds had a 21-9 21-14 win over Miroslav Haring and Lucia Vojtekova from Slovakia.

SPOT flooding is causing driving difficulty on a number of Donegal roads tonight.

With a status yellow rainfall in place in Donegal until 2am, flooding has taken hold in parts.

The road at Ballyraine, between the Ballyraine roundabout and the Pin Tavern, is flooded.

There are also parts of the R236 between St Johnston and Raphoe and the N14, Lifford to Letterkenny road, affected with surface water making conditions dangerous in places.

Motorists are advised to travel with care.

It was forecast that Donegal would get between 20mm and 30mm of rain from 8pm.

Met Eireann said: “Heavy downpours of rain expected with totals 30-40mm with spot flooding likely especially near the coast.

“Saturday night will be wet as persistent or heavy rain over Munster and Leinster continue with risk of spot flooding.

“It is not certain yet if this rain will extend over Ulster and Connacht, but there is good possibility that it will.

“The rain will eventually clear eastwards overnight with clear spells following. Lowest temperatures of 9C to 11C.”