A pedigree dog which went missing from its locked up enclosure in Buncrana has been recovered.

Nala is described as a gentle giant.

Nala, a dogue de Bordeaux, went missing from its owner’s home at Cassey Road yesterday morning.

The owner was first alerted when his other dogs began barking.

An appeal was put on Donegal Daily in a bid to find the missing dog amidst fears that it had been stolen.

However, the dog was found wandering in Buncrana yesterday but the owners still thought know how it got out of its enclosure.

A number of dogs have gone missing in the Inishowen area in recent weeks.

Senator Brian O Domhnaill is going global!

Walker Brendan Boyce from Milford with Senator O Domhnaill.

The Gortahork politician is a seasoned walker.

And yesterday he showed his class by winning the Masters over 35 3000m race Walk in a superb time of 13.28 at the indoor AIT Atlone track.

The winning time sees him qualify for the World Indoors in March.

O Domhnaill simply announced his achievement by stating ‘it’s good to be back’ on Facebook. He is a former Irish International athlete, before he turned his attention to public service.

THE Irish Coast Guard and Gardaí have joined the county council in a weather warning for Co Donegal today as winds of up to 130km/hr hit.

In a statement the Coast Guard warned people to stay away from coastal paths and piers as a high tide and high winds hit.

“The Irish Coast Guard strongly advises the public not to go on exposed coasts, cliffs, piers, harbour walls, beaches, promenades or any other coastal areas during the inclement weather,” said a spokesman.

Garda Traffic Corps Inspector for Co Donegal Inspector Michael Harrison warned motorists to exercise “extreme caution” over the next 24 hours.

Winds will subside by dawn on Monday, but they will remain strong with gusts of up to 100km/hr.

“Trees and other debris may be just around the next corner. Like the TV adverts say, motorists need to expect the unexpected,” he said.

Met Eireann forecaster Evelyn Cusack warned it is going to be a very windy 24 hours – with some snow and sleet likely in Donegal.

“It will remain extremely windy tonight, with strong to gale force westerly winds and with further damaging gusts in places, but especially along the Atlantic Seaboard in the west and north west,” she said.

“There will be further rain or hail showers, some heavy and prolonged, with a risk of some sleet and snow showers, early in the night.”

It’s also cold out there – hitting 0C after dark.

Reality TV star Joey Essex has lent his support to ‘Team Donegal’ who are participating in the Race around Ireland with Bumbleance to raise much needed funds for the dedicated children’s ambulance service. 

Joey Essex shot to fame in the ITV reality TV show TOWIE and also starred in this year’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.  

He backed ‘Team Donegal’ during his recent visit to The Bailey’s Nightclub in Redcastle.

Essex was overwhelmed by the kindness shown to him during his visit and said Donegal was ‘lush’.

Essex said, “I’ve absolutely loved my time in Donegal and the people have been so nice to me. Donegal is well ‘lush’.

Team Donegal will compete in Race around Ireland 2014 with cyclists from all over the world.

In the shadow of the imposing Trim Castle riders will prepare themselves for one of the toughest cycling challenges in the world.

Race around Ireland will take riders on a 2150km journey past some of the most stunning scenery in the country.

The route will take you past Newgrange, The Causway Coast, Malin Head, Cliffs Of Moher Ring Of Kerry, The Garden County and back to Navan and it’s all to be completed within 96 hours.

Team donegal have teamed up with BUMBLEance which is Irelands one and only dedicated children ambulance serving Donegal and the 32 counties of Ireland free of charge to families with life limiting conditions.

With such a vital service for Donegal and the 32 counties that transport children to national treatment centres children’s hospitals, respite centres and hospices.

There fundraising campaign kicks of on Thurs 6th Feb in Ramelton with there 5k Run and walk with special guest Endurance athlete motivational speaker and business coach Gerry Duffy.

Run and walk at 7.30pm with registration in Ramelton Town Hall or you can pre-register by emailing ramelton5k@yahoo.ie.

Anyone wishing to support or campaign to help keep the wheels of BUMBLEance rolling or to host an event can call 086 274 0777.

Arranmore Island seen a massive turnout at a public meeting on Saturday evening which was held as part of the campaign to save the islands public health nurse service. 

The meeting which was called as a result of representations from the community to the island’s development co-op.

It was held in the local community hall, and it seen up to half of the islands adult population gather to discuss the recent news that the HSE is to replace the public health service nurse to the island and is also to reduce the services the replacement provides as well as hours available.

Chaired by local man Jerry Early, chairman of Comharchumann Oileán Árainn Mhór, the island’s development co-op, the meeting seen a lively and frank debate by all who attended, with the turnout being testimony to the concern the people of the Arranmore have at the loss of service which is due to come into effect before the end of the month.

During the discussions concern for the welfare of both the elderly and young was very evident and all who spoke were strongly opposed to the HSE’s decision.

Speaking after the meeting Jerry Early said that it was strong indication of the opposition there is of the HSE’s plans and that the campaign to fight to keep the service as it is would be stepped up.

“Arranmore Island has had this service since 1907 and it has been and remains vital to the people of the island.

“We will in no way accept a reduction in this service and we plan to fight tooth and nail to keep it as it currently is.

“This turnout we have seen shows how important the service is and this reduction in service will be felt by everyone.

“Both young children and the elderly will suffer if this plan goes ahead as will many others including people in our community with physical disabilities and mental health issues.

“The island population can swell to over 1000 at certain times of the year and to not have adequate healthcare support for the island is simply not acceptable.

Concluding his statement, “The island has decided to form a committee made up of people representing community representatives, mothers, fathers, carers and the those with a healthcare background to fight the HSE’s cutback.

“We plan to use all available means to gather support and as well as face to face meetings, such as the one planned with local TD’s on the island on Monday morning, we will also be building an online campaign of support.

“Arranmore Island is a massive community spread far and wide and already we are gathering huge support for our campaign.

“The HSE should know we will not take this lying down and we plan to keep moving forward to achieve our goal.”

IORRAS GAA Bingo -Every Thursday Evening In St Marys Hall Clonmany at 9.00pm Everyone Welcome.  

Match “N” Win January 23rd – No jackpot winner-numbers drawn: 2, 7, 8, & 22. €15 winners: Ann Doherty (Larkin), Cross. Kathleen Comiskey, Urrismana. Michael McDaid, Altashane, Carn. Paddy Ranty, Urrismana. Philip Toland, Tornabratley.

Jackpot next week €860.

A big thank you to all who attended our Under Age Presentations in the Ballyliffin Hotel last night.

Thanks to the hotel for the meal, Donegal GAA Player Declan Walsh, Adrian Doherty and all who helped out in any way last night.

The main prize winners on the night were as follows:

U10 Girls-Zoe Mc Carron. U10 Boys-Arron Porter. U12 Girls-Mary Jane Doherty. U12 Boys- Dean Harkin, Mickey Friel & Jack Doherty.U13 Boys-Luke Mullins. U13 9half)-Oisin Hession. U14 Girls-Niamh Grant. U14 Boys-Tiernan Devine. U16 Girls-Lauren Cregan.

Congratulations to all the above winners, Coaches and to all who partake in our Underage football. (Pictures on Facebook CLG IORRAS/URRIS GAA)

GAA National Club Draw – €10 tickets are now available from John J Friel or any Committee member.

10 fantastic prizes including a trip to The 2014 International Rules in Australia, Trip to New York, Gaa Packages.

All monies raised from these tickets are retained by CLG IORRAS/URRIS GAA.

Funds raised will be used for the ongoing Clubhouse Development and for the day to day running of our club.

Draw takes place on March 17th 2014.

A referees beginners course for potential new referees will take place on Saturday the 8th of Feb in Jacksons Hotel Ballybofey @ 10:00am ALL Clubs are requested to send at least one person to the course.

Please contact Pat Walsh by Tues 4t Feb on 087 9142748

A referees refreshers course will take place on the Thurs 13th Feb in Jacksons Hotel at 8:00pm.

ALL underage and Senior referees must attend this course.

A second Black Card Information night will take place on Mon the 3rd of Feb in the Villa Rose hotel @ 7:00pm.

This course must be completed by all referees before the start of competitions, any referee who has already completed the course and wishes to refresh themselves are welcome to do so.

Club Merchandise – Club Merchandise to buy all year round hats, gear bags, hoodies and jackets and new training top and club top now available something for everyone Contact Donal Kelly 0876461707.

FACEBOOK – Find us on Facebook CLG Iorras/Urris GAA and keep up to date on all the latest Fixtures Results and Training plus lots of other links and news.

Any items for the notes please send to lckn3@eircom.net or text to Liz O’Neill on 0863858629 before 9pm on Sunday evening.

The following are the new draws for the Schoolboy Association of Ireland National Cups for teams that qualified from the Ulster Region.  

These are the 5th Round Draws - Dates TBC

UNDER 12 SFAI CUP

Bonagee United v Southend United (Waterford)

UNDER 14 SFAI CUP

Dungloe Town v Pike Rovers (Limerick)

UNDER 15 SFAI CUP

Kilcullen (Kildare) v Swilly Rovers

UNDER 16 SFAI CUP

Swilly Rovers v Carrigaline United (Cork)

Donegal County Council have issued an announcement that the Harry Blaney Bridge over Mulroy Bay is closed to all traffic due to severe gale force winds. 

The bridge will remain closed until further notice as the storm is not expected to subside anytime soon.

Gardai have urged the pubic to travel with extreme caution today as the adverse weather conditions look set to worsen.

Narin Pier today – Brian Boyle for donegaldaily.com

COASTAL areas of Donegal are being lashed with high tide waves driven by the latest storm.

Our pictures show the scene on Sunday afternoon at Narin (Pictures Brian Boyle) and at Mullaghderg Beach (Picture by Hugh Bonner).

Mullaghderg today – Picture by Hugh Bonner for donegaldaily.com

Waves hit Narin – picture by Brian Boyle for donegaldaily.com

DONEGAL JUNIOR LEAGUE

REPORTS

SUNDAY

Ulster Junior Cup

Gweedore Celtic 1 Redcastle F.C. 0

A strong crossfield wind made conditions difficult but credit to both teams for serving up a good game of football. The home team should have been ahead as early as the first minute but Brendan Mc Geady scooped over from a yard out. Mc Geady turned provider on twenty five minutes when his cross wasn’t cleared and Chris Porter hit a great shot into the roof of the net. The home team were well on top for the rest of the half but could not extend the lead.

The second half was a more even affair. Michael McKelvey did well to block a good shot from a Redcastle forward and shortly after Cathal Campbell cleared off the line. As Redcastle pushed for an equaliser Gweedore were content to counter-attack with chances falling for Jamie Boyle, Declan Doherty and Tommy Diver. Diver must wonder how he failed to register on the score sheet with a number of great chances. Best for Gweedore Declan Doherty and Jamie Boyle.

A team performance from Redcastle. Referee: Kevin Logue

Milford United 2 Carndonagh F.C. 1

Milford United progressed to the next round of the Ulster Junior Cup when they defeated the holders, Carndonagh F.C., at the Flagpole Field in Rathmullan. Milford have enjoyed recent success in this competition, winning the Cup in 2012, and on this display they could be a good bet for the 2014 laurels. A strong swirling breeze didn’t make for pretty football but Milford handled the conditions well once they settled down. Gary Merritt showed early on that he was up for this game as he caused trouble for the visiting defence on numerous occasions in the opening exchanges. It was no surprise that he was the scorer when Milford took the lead just before the interval. His well placed shot giving Seamus Houghton no chance in the Carndonagh net.

The Inishowen side enjoyed their best spell at the start of the second half and in this period they found an equalising goal when Ronan Doherty fired home the rebound after Donacha Gallagher’s shot was parried out by Caolan Mc Gettigan in the home net. This was to be the visitor’s only goal as Milford controlled the match until the finish. They scored their winner from the penalty spot after Gary Merritt had been fouled by Cathal Doherty in the penalty area. Mark Flood making no mistake from twelve yards. Best for Milford: Gary Merritt, PJ Hagan and Mark Flood. Referee: Paddy Duffy

Dunree United 1 Lifford Celtic 2

Lifford Celtic made the trip to Dunree United on Sunday for an Ulster Junior Cup match against the local side. The game was scoreless at the interval but the Donegal Junior League side went on to claim a worthwhile victory. Goals from Stuart Carlin and Jonny Robb gave the Greenbrae men a comfortable second half lead. Dunree United did muster a late reply but their single goal wasn’t enough to prevent the Lifford outfit from progressing to the next round.

Gweedore United 2 Rathmullan Celtic 2 (a.e.t.)

(Gweedore United won 5-4 on penalties)

Gweedore United took full advantage of their floodlighting system on Saturday night when they hosted fellow Donegal Junior League side, Rathmullan Celtic, in the Ulster Junior Cup. Played in front of a sizeable attendance this was a pulsating affair from start to finish. The visitors took the lead on forty minutes when Niall Doherty sprung the Gweedore United off-side trap and finished heatedly past the home custodian Liam Mc Fadden. Hit by that late opening half strike Gweedore United didn’t allow the scoreline to deflate their ambitions. They emerged for the second half with all guns blazing. On fifty minutes Shane O’ Donnell levelled the scores when he curled a twenty five yard free-kick around the Rathmullan Celtic defensive wall beyond the reach of Shay Coyle in the visitor’s net. On sixty three minutes the home team went in front. Lee Ferry sent his right wing free-kick towards Coyle’s near hand post but before the ball could get to the waiting arms of the Rathmullan keeper Michael Connolly dived at full length to steer the ball into the net with his head. This goal was met with much applause by the Gweedore followers in the crowd and set up an exciting finish. Rathmullan equalised on eighty one minutes when Kevin Mc Carry bursts through the United defence and fired home. With neither team able to add to the scoreline during extra-time it went to penalties. Gweedore United prevailed by five goals to four from the twelve yard line. Best for Gweedore United: Shane O’ Donnell and Frank Mc Gee. Best for Rathmullan Celtic: Patrick Patton and Eamonn Sheridan. Referee: Mick Lagan.

Gweedore United Reserves 1 Aileach F.C. 2

This match played in terrible weather conditions saw the visitors advance to the next round of the shield following a tight encounter. Both sides had chances in the first half however Aileach broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute when Dermot Mc Glynn scored a good free kick from 25 yards. United had plenty of chances to equalise through Eoin Doohan, John Mc Fadden and Brian Gallagher however the Aileach keeper did well on each occasion and the score remained 1-0 until half time. In the 65th minute United got back on level terms when Stephen O’ Donnell finished well from close range following a good pass from Martin Doohan. Aileach were only behind for five minutes when they scored the winner through Liam Burke, a good individual effort. Good efforts for both sides in extremely poor weather conditions. Referee: Martin Quinn

Watson Hire Division One

Castlefin Celtic 1 Dunkineely Celtic 3

In this game reversed to Darney Park Dunkineely Celtic gained three valuable points in their effort to gain promotion back to the Premier Division. Played in very stormy conditions both teams struggled to take advantage when playing with the wind. Dunkineely had the wind at their backs in the first half and had the first effort on goal after nine minutes, Adrian Ward’s effort from twenty yards skimming the bar. Castlefin came into the game more after this and were playing some good controlled football into the wind. They forced a number of corners and Dunkineely were forced to defend desperately clearing one effort off the line and lucky to see another hit the post and go wide. Dunkineely failed to make the Castlefin keeper work during the first half and were lucky to go in at the break on level terms.

The second half followed the same pattern as the first. Dunkineely played much better football against the wind and Castlefin struggled to create clear cut chances with the advantage of the elements. On 55 minutes Andrew Mackey had a shot blocked when set up by Cian Kennedy. Dunkineely took the lead on 65 minutes when they broke quickly following a Castlefin corner. Andrew Mackey found Cian Kennedy with a great crossfield pass and he rounded the keeper before shooting home. They doubled their lead on 75 minutes when Andrew Mackey scored from close range after good work by Cian Kennedy. Castlefin got back into the game two minutes later when Emmet White scored from 12 yards. Dunkineely wrapped up the points on 85 minutes when Pauric Conaghan and Adrian Ward combined on the left wing to set up Adrian Nesbitt who scored from close range. Best for Castlefin: Emmet White and Mark Carlin while Adrian Ward and Andrew Mackey were best for Dunkineely. Referee: Marty Mc Garrigle.

Kerrykeel ’71 F.C. 3 Lagan Harps 0

Kerrykeel recorded a fine win over Lagan Harps on Sunday in windswept conditions. Both teams started well with Kevin Diver going close for Lagan and Fergal Friel for the ‘71. The deadlock was broken on twenty one minutes when Johnny Nanny scored from close range after a Seimie Coshia cross. On the stroke of half time Lagan thought they had drawn level when a long range free from the halfway line was headed towards goal by Brian Kelly only for Mark Mc Conigley to pull off an outstanding save. Marty Mc Ateer hit the post for the homeside on forty six minutes from a free kick on the edge of the box. Lagan kept pushing and again Kerrykeel had keeper Mark Mc Conigley to thank with another brilliant save. Kerrykeel hit Lagan on the counter attack and made it two on seventy three minutes when Marty Mc Ateer split the Lagan defence with a great ball and Johnny Nanny played in his brother Sparky to drill home. The points were made safe on eighty two minutes, this time Fergal Friel heading home a Kevin Loughrey cross. Best for Kerrykeel ‘71: Mark Mc Conigley, Johnny Nanny and Paddy Mc Grenaghan. Team effort from Lagan Harps. Referee: Mickey Mulhern

IMPORTANT FIXTURE NOTICE

The Downtown Cup match between Curragh Athletic Reserves and Fintown Harps AFC which was fixed for next Saturday 1st February has been brought forward and will now take place on Wednesday night next, 29th January at the New Camp in Killygordan, kick-off 7.30p.m.

DONEGAL JUNIOR LEAGUE

REPORTS

SATURDAY

On Saturday only three of the six scheduled games beat the weather as the county was hit on Friday by incessant overnight rain which, accompanied by strong winds, continued in many places throughout Saturday. The games that did go ahead however produced plenty of goals with four teams hitting three apiece and another recording two.

Old Orchard Saturday Division One

Glenea United Reserves 3 Castlefin Celtic Reserves 3

In wintry conditions Glenea and Castlefin did their best to keep the onlookers entertained. In the 1st half it was the border men that settled quickest and with the wind at their backs took control of the game. They took the lead on 20 minutes when Michael Griffin headed home Marcus Curran’s in swinging free-kick. Castlefin pushed hard to increase their lead but failed to take the chances that came their way and as the half progressed the home side came more into the game. In the 2nd half it was the away side that increased their lead with Michael Griffin converting a penalty after 50 minutes. Glenea pulled a goal back on the hour when Dean Gallagher headed home a Darren Mc Geever corner. The home side equalised on 65 minutes when Conor McGee headed home a Padraig McGee free-kick. Both sides pushed hard for a winner and on 85 minutes, Castlefin took the lead when a good counter attack left Mark Lafferty to slot the ball home. The home side were not to be denied however and in the final minute a Padraig McGee free-kick landed in the box and from the resultant scramble Mark Harley forced the ball home.

Best for Glenea were Shane Penrose and Dean Gallagher while Marcus Curran and Mark Lafferty were best for Castlefin. Referee: Michael McFadden.

Erne Wanderers 3 Mulroy Celtic 0

Erne Wanderers hosted Mulroy Celtic on Friday night at the lakeside under the lights. It was a game that the hosts totally dominated from start to finish and only for the heroics of the away keeper, Jerome Doherty, and some terrible finishing from Erne it really could have been in double figures. The first goal came on fifteen minutes when David Dolan got on the end of an Alan Russell through ball down the left channel and he made no mistake from eighteen yards shooting across the keeper into bottom corner. The remainder of the half saw the home team camped in Celtic’s half and saw chance after chance go abegging, much to the frustration of the home team. The second goal eventually arrived right on halftime when Michael McNulty blasted into the bottom corner from just inside the box. The second half started much the same with Erne on top and dominating possession and with the front three of Dolan, Spratt and McNeely all on deadly form they were always a huge threat. The third came through Michael McNeely on 70 minutes when he showed great feet to trick three Mulroy defender’s and leave them trailing and found the back of the net with a neat finish. Erne kept pushing for more but poor finishing and some great’ keeping kept the score at just three. Best for Erne was Dolan with Russell and Spratt not far behind him. Best for Mulroy was Jerome Doherty. Referee: Seamus Mc Groary.

Glencar Inn Saturday Division Two

Donegal Town Reserves 3 Milford United Reserves 2

Donegal Town gave themselves plenty to do in the last twenty minutes but managed to hold on to secure a vital three points on return to league action on Saturday. Having led three nil, two late goals from Lee Burke and Conor Murchan left the game right in the balance up until the final whistle. Donegal took the lead early in the first half when David Bustard powered home a tremendous header from a free kick just inside the Milford half. Ciaran McGinley doubled the lead before half time with a superb solo effort beating several Milford players to finish well inside the area. The home side pressed after half time and a free kick from Ciarán O’Reilly looked to have made the points safe. Milford to their credit kept battling and Murchan’s penalty and a great team goal finished off by Burke meant the visitors almost secured an unlikely point. Best for Donegal were Ciaran McGinley, Joe Lafferty and Christian Mc Gettigan with Milford putting in a solid team display.

Referee: Andrew Mullin

DONEGAL JUNIOR LEAGUE

RESULTS

SATURDAY

Old Orchard Saturday Division One

Glenea United Reserves 3 v 3 Castlefin Celtic Reserves

St. Catherines Reserves P v P Fintown Harps AFC

Erne Wanderers 3 v 0 Mulroy Celtic

Orchard F.C. P v P Ramelton Mariners

Glencar Inn Saturday Division Two

Arranmore United P v P Glenree United Reserves

Donegal Town Reserves 3 v 2 Milford United Reserves

SUNDAY

Ulster Junior Cup

Gweedore Celtic 1 v 0 Redcastle F.C.

Milford United 2 v 1 Carndonagh F.C.

Dunree United 1 v 2 Lifford Celtic

Clonmany Shamrocks 2 v 1 Cranford United

Gweedore United 2 v 2 (a.e.t.) Rathmullan Celtic

(Gweedore United won 5-4 on penalties)

Moville Celtic 4 v 2 St. Catherines

Gweedore United Reserves 1 v 2 Aileach F.C.

Cockhill Celtic Youths 2 v 1 Whitestrand United

Drumbar Celtic 0 v 3 Moville Celtic

Raphoe Town P v P Cockhill Celtic Youths

Watson Hire Division One

Cappry Rovers P v P Bonagee United

Drumoghill F.C. P v P Eany Celtic

Castlefin Celtic 1 v 3 Dunkineely Celtic

Kerrykeel ’71 F.C. 3 v 0 Lagan Harps

DONEGAL JUNIOR LEAGUE

FIXTURES

WEDNESDAY 29-01-2014 K.O. 7.30 p.m.

Downtown Cup

Curragh Athletic Reserves v Fintown Harps AFC

SATURDAY 01-02-2014 K.O. 2p.m. (Unless Stated)

Old Orchard Saturday Division One

Erne Wanderers v Glenea United Reserves

Ramelton Mariners v Mulroy Celtic

Glencar Inn Saturday Division Two

Tullyvinney Rovers v Strand Rovers

Keadue Rovers Reserve v Donegal Town Reserves

Glenree United Reserves v Gweedore United Reserves

SUNDAY 02-02-2014 K.O. 2p.m. (Unless Stated)

Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division

Milford United v Lifford Celtic

Kilmacrennan Celtic v Cranford United

Gweedore Celtic v Glenea United

St. Catherines v Rathmullan Celtic

Curragh Athletic v Donegal Town

Watson Hire Division One

Kerrykeel ’71 F.C. v Castlefin Celtic

Gweedore United v Drumoghill F.C.

Bonagee United v Eany Celtic

Keadue Rovers v Dunkineely Celtic

Lagan Harps v Cappry Rovers

CT Ball Division Two

Ballybofey United v Deele Harps

Drumbar F.C. v Copany Rovers

Convoy Arsenal v Glenree United

Dunlewy Celtic v Whitestrand United

Raphoe Town v Letterbarrow Celtic

Rory Kavanagh with baby Zoe: Pic Joanne Gillen

DONEGAL footballer Rory Kavanagh is the proudest dad in the county – after his wife Kathryn gave birth to beautiful baby Zoe.

The St Eunan’s club man is seen here beaming with pride with the new arrival.

And what a beautiful little girl she is.

Beautiful: Little Zoe

Brian McDaid’s Bundoran foam picture

PHOTOGRAPHER Brian McDaid loves getting out and about.

So when a woman from Raphoe called him on Sunday afternoon to tell him he’d better get to Bundoran quickly, he wondered what all the fuss was about.

Well here it is – a town covered in foam, sent crashing ashore in the storm.

And what a stunning picture it is from Brian, who runs the Cristeph Gallery in Letterkenny.

The dog is tended to by vets after bull wire was found embedded in its neck.

An investigation has been launched after a collie dog was found with bull wire embedded in its neck.

Animal welfare officers believe the wire may have been used to keep the dog tied to a fence.

The dog was found by a member of the public close to a beach in the vicinity of Erraroey, Falcarragh.

The local dog warden initially responded to the call and ISPCA Inspector Kevin McGinley was called in to investigate.

The length of heavy duty fencing wire which was wrapped around the dog’s neck is believed to have been used to tether the animal.

The wire which was embedded in the dog’s neck.

The wire had cut into the dog’s flesh leaving a deep open wound when found on Thursday last.

The female collie, who is aged approximately 2 to 3 years, is currently being treated in a local veterinary surgery.

When fit, she will be taken to the ISPCA’s National Animal Centre to complete her rehabilitation. “This is a very serious injury” commented Inspector McGinley, “but we are confident that she will make a full recovery.

“We would appeal for anybody who may have information as to the origin of this dog to contact the ISPCA on 1890 515 515”.

Lagan Harps FC

Our men’s team lost 3-0 away to Kerrykeel ’71 club.  

Depsite playing some nice football at times, individual errors and failure to put away our chances again cost us dearly.

This Sunday we are at home to Cappry Rovers.

Kick off is 2.00pm. Our U/10 A and B teams played Glencar in friendlies in Game On on Saturday.

The young players continue to show improvement.

In our weekly lotto the numbers drawn were 6,7,18 and 22.

Seven people had two numbers with Tony Blake being drawn out and winning E50.

Next weeks jackpot is E5000.

Weekend competitions cancelled due to bad weather.

Wed 22 Jan 2014 Wednesday Society Results. 

1. Derek McFeely 42 pts.

2. Philip Doherty 35 pts. Bot

3. Seamus Gordon 35 pts.

Forthcoming events.

Fri 31 Jan 2014 Open any combination on the The Old Links.

Sat 1 Feb 2014 Open Singles on Glashedy.

Sun 2 Feb 2014 Glashedy Winter League on Both.

Masterchef 2014 starting Sat 22 Feb.

Entries are now being take for Donegal Links Classic May 2014 & Great North Links Challenge October 2014.

LETTERKENNY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT   

Are holding their Annual St. Bridget’s Eve Cross-Making event on Friday 31st January from 7pm-9pm in the Cheshire Apartments, Long Lane, Letterkenny. 

The Event will include :-

Traditional Music

Irish Stew & Refreshments will be served

Everyone Welcome

For further information please call 074 91 20633

Children must always be accompanied by an adult

OpenMic will be held in the Regional Cultural Centre on January 30th between 7pm-10pm.

All Welcome.

Letterkenny Men’s shed

Men’s shed Letterkenny Ware are looking for your old or unused tools for our Men’s shed in Letterkenny

We can collect from you at your convenience - Call us on: 07491-20633, Mob. 086-2270437

Senior Alert Scheme

Letterkenny Community Development Project is taking applications for the grant aided Senior Alert Scheme (SAS).

For further details contact Sinead or Eimer on 074 91 20633.

The scheme is funded by the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government.

Letterkenny CDP are working in conjunction with the Letterkenny Community Health Forum for Letterkenny wellness week.

Thank you.

An Clochan Liath Club Notes

Ba iad 6, 7, 13 agus 23 na huimhireacha lotto a tarraingeadh ag deireadh na seachtaine seachtaine agus nior baineadh póta óir an lotto. 

Beidh €3,200 sa phóta óir don seachtain seo. Bhain na daoine seo leanas €20 an ceann Patrick Sweeney 32 Ard Croine, Shard Ward 7 Cois Locha, Terence Sweeney Little Bridge, Rapiq Indian Restaurant agus Kevin Sweeney Crickamore.

Bhain Eileen Gallagher as Na Glentaí €150, agus bhain Annie Ward as Annagry, Grace Boyle as Ard Croine, Donal Greene as Loughanure, Rosaleen Boyle as Glencolumcille agus Dolly McCole as Maghery €100 ag an bhingo.

The 5th draw in the new fifth series of the 200 Club was held on Sunday night the 26th of January at the bingo and the winners are as follows for the month of December, 1st €1,000 – Kate McCole Sheskinarone, 2nd €500 – Aisha & Jake Bonner Little Bridge, 3rd €300 – Rosaleen O’Donnell Main Street, 4th €100 – Kevin Bonner Main Street 5th €100 – Liam Mac Suibhne(WM) Cloughwally.

Well done to all the winners and thanks to everyone for their continued support.

This will go towards the development of our facilities at Pairc na Rosann.

We are glad to announce that we have collected and delivered monies totaling 4,909.50 Euro for both the Dungloe Patient Fund and Donegal Hospice.

Mark Clerkin gathering 1,569.50 Euro for the Donegal Hospice and a combined effort from our Hairy Men totaling 3,340 Euro going towards the Dungloe Patient Fund.

Thanks to the Hairy men of Daniel Walsh, Dara McNiff, Conor Comack, Eamon McGee, Brendan Brennan, Kevin Bonner, Joe Boyle, John Fred Sweeney, Jamie Sweeney, Joe Sweeney, Myles Sweeney, Marty Boyle, Peter Ward, Noel McBride, Adrian Sweeney, Raymond Sweeney, Joe Neely, Tony Boyle and Mark Clerkin for all their gathering and to all the people who contributed through the month of November.

Thanks to everyone for attending the strategic plan work shops, anyone wishing to participate can still do so on line by going to Dungloe’s Facebook page and clicking on the on-line link.

THE Donegal public is to finally get its say on how wind farms should be developed in the county.

There are fears of the future visual impact of turbines close to Glenveagh National Park.

Donegal County Council has today agreed to put new proposals out to public consultation.

The move has been welcomed by those opposed to turbines close to homes.

There’s a proposal to make the set back distance 10 times the tip height of the turbine; that the pearl mussel designated areas are dezoned – and the zone of visual influence from Glenveagh National Park be defined more clearly.

The move is being seen as the beginning of the amendment of the current county developnent plan.

Cllr Jack Murray has welcomed the move.

“This should have been agreed in November however it is a welcome development, this allows the people of the county to finally have their say on future wind farm developments in the county,” said the Sinn Fein councillor.

Everton have been dealt a severe blow with the news that Seamus Coleman has been ruled out of tomorrow night’s crucial encounter with bitter rivals Liverpool at Anfield.  

Seamus Coleman has been ruled out of the Merseyside Derby.

Coleman had been a major doubt since limping off in last week’s 1-1 draw with West Brom at the Hawthorns with 11 minutes of the game remaining.

Coleman sat out Everton’s 4-0 win over Stevenage on Saturday.

Roberto Martinez was hopeful Coleman would feature against Liverpool on Tuesday but the game has come too soon for the Killybegs man.

Coleman has been in sensational form this season scoring six goals more than any other defender in the Premier League.

He is expected to earn a bumper contract extension at Everton following his outstanding form this season.

It was rumoured that both Manchester United and Arsenal are keen on landing the talented Donegal man, however Everton are going to do everything in their power to keep Coleman.

CLG Baile na nGalloglach Club is hosting a ‘Healthy Club Day’ on Saturday the 1st of Febraury in the Public Health Centre.

The Milford club is aiming to place health and wellbeing at the heart of the community and people the club serves.

Promoting positive lifestyles and approaches to health, the innovative free event brings together a broad and varied array of service providers and specialists offering guidance, advice and even health checks to assist those in attendance enabling them to better take control of their health and wellbeing.

“We hear a lot about the problems facing Irish society today but we tend not to focus on the increasing number of the population keen to invest in their health,” explains Pat Curley Club Chairman. “We hope this event offers everyone in the community an opportunity to explore how they can do just that.”

While arranged by CLG BnaG and open to all club members, players, parents, and supporters, the organisers are keen to stress that a warm invitation is extended those all neighbouring GAA and sports clubs and members of the general public.

There will be information on a range of topics with practical health checks also available, including blood pressure and blood sugar monitoring by qualified nurses, weight/BMI checks with the local HSE Community Dietician who will also offer advice on diet and nutrition, with a physical therapist offering tips on the treatment of sports injuries and general information and advice on fitness. A local ‘Couch to 5k’ group will also outline how this transformation from sedentary couch potato to running enthusiast can be achieved.

The following services will be in attendance:

• Jigsaw – Information and support on mental health for 16-25 year olds

• North West Alcohol Forum – Advice and information on alcohol and drug misuse

• HSE Smoking Cessation – Information on harmful effects of smoking and advice on smoking cessation

• Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy – Regulatory/accrediting body in Ireland for Counselling

• Bodywhys – Information on eating disorders

• Milford Library – Information on social prescribing

• Citizens Information Service – Information on services available locally and nationally

• Donegal sports Partnership – Active Sports, Active Schools, Active Communities and Active Partnerships in Donegal.

• Conall McFadden Physiotherapy – Recovering from, and preventing, injury

• Crossfit LK – Exercise and fitness advice

• Community Dietician – Weight check/BMI and diet and nutrition advice

• Couchto5K – Getting started – From couch potato to running 5K

• Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure Checks – Performed by qualified nurses

The CLG BnaG Club will also have extensive information on its senior men’s and ladies teams, all youth and juvenile teams, and its popular ‘Gaelic for Mothers and Others’ and many cultural activities.

The event on Saturday, February 1, in the Public Services Centre Milford, runs from 11am-2pm, is free of charge and welcome to all. For more information please contact: Marian McNulty 086/8506405