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Donegal firefighter hangs up his hat after more than 30 years of service

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The Donegal Fire Service has said a fond farewell to long-time firefighter Brian Breslin, who retired yesterday.

The Carndonagh man has been a fireman in his hometown for more than thirty years. A great colleague and friend, he leaves behind a legacy of dedication and community service and has supported great charity initiatives over the years.

His colleagues have wished him a long and happy retirement.

The Moville Fire Station crew said: “Carndonagh have lost a good man. Despite his vintage, he was the first man up the hill with all the vigour of a teenager!! He will be genuinely missed from everyone at Donegal fire service and beyond. A great firefighter, EFR and storyteller.”


Female pedestrian (70s) tragically dies in Sligo crash

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A female pedestrian lost her life after being knocked down in Sligo town centre on Tuesday.

The tragic incident occurred yesterday afternoon, when a car apparently went out of control, mounted the footpath and crashed into a vacant shop at the junction of Castle Street and Market Street.

The woman aged in her 70s was killed in the collision, and another male pedestrian was taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment for non-life threatening injuries.

The driver and passenger of the car involved were also taken to Sligo University Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Gardaí issued an appeal to the public not to share footage of the scene online.

“An Garda Síochána are aware that some mobile phone camera footage is being shared on social media. An Garda Síochána are appealing for people not to further share this imagery if they come across it out of respect for the family of the deceased,” the spokesperson said.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward. Any road users or pedestrians who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the Castle Street or Market Street areas between 4pm and 4.15pm are asked to make this footage available to gardaí.

Housing for Ukrainian refugees may be needed for up to three years

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Temporary accommodation for Ukrainian refugees may be needed for between two and three years, the government has been told.

The Irish Times reports that the government is preparing plans for longer-term accommodation of refugees, with each council in the country being told to identify suitable buildings for refurbishment.

Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien yesterday outlined his plans to the Cabinet to address vacancy, while hundreds of modular homes are also being proposed to house families.

More than 500 vacant or unused buildings have already been identified for refugees arriving into Ireland.

This week, a Donegal holiday village announced it was closing to guests for the summer in order to host Ukrainian refugees. Management at the Fairyglen village in Derrybeg, Gweedore said it will be giving temporary accommodation to Ukrainian refugees for the next few months.

A new Cabinet sub-committee is to be set up to oversee the government’s response to the crisis in Ukraine, focusing on housing.

Around 25,000 Ukrainian refugees have now arrived in the Republic of Ireland.

Read more: https://www.irishtimes.com/news/social-affairs/temporary-housing-for-ukrainian-refugees-may-be-needed-for-up-to-three-years-1.4862719

Visiting re-introduced at Letterkenny University Hospital

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Limited visiting has been re-introduced at Letterkenny University Hospital.

Patients will be allowed one visit per day, by appointment only.

The visits are limited to 30 minutes.

To make an appointment to visit a patient in a ward area, family members / visitors are asked to contact the ward or unit in advance (before 3pm). Appointments will be staggered across all ward areas each day at 6.30pm, 7.15pm and 8pm.

Saolta is advising visitors that, in the event of an active outbreak on a ward, visiting will be limited to compassionate grounds and you will be advised of this when you contact the ward.

Visitors will be asked to arrive at their scheduled visiting time to the main hospital entrance where their name will be checked on the approved list of visitors and they will be asked to complete a COVID-19 Risk Assessment Form.

Seán Murphy, Hospital Manager, Letterkenny University Hospital said, “We are delighted to be in a position to resume access for visitors, but at the same time we need to do everything we can to keep patients, visitors and staff safe and take every precaution to help prevent the introduction or spread of COVID-19.

“If you are a nominated support person (visitor) for a patient in the hospital, we ask that you do not visit the hospital if you have any symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in contact with anyone with COVID-19.

“We will also ask the support person/visitor to complete a COVID-19 screening checklist and wear a surgical face mask during their visit and use the hand gel regularly.

“Children may not visit the hospital unless agreed in advance, on compassionate grounds, with the ward / unit manager.

“There are separate arrangements in place for access to the maternity department for nominated support partners.

“I would like to thank the public for their ongoing co-operation in ensuring we can facilitate visiting in a safe manner to protect both patients and visitors.”

Alzheimer’s Society launching new Donegal office with Tea Day fundraiser

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The Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland will celebrate the opening of their new Donegal headquarters in Ballybofey next week.

The charity is moving to the former FAS offices in Dunfril House on Chestnut Road, Ballybofey. The new county base will serve almost 50 staff.

On Thursday May 5th the society will host its national fundraiser, Tea Day as the official launch of the new premises.

Guests are invited to learn more about the organisation and what they do over a cup of tea. The Mobile Information Unit will also be there on the day as well as some of clients, carers, family and friends and local media.

Where : Units 4 & 5 Dunfril House, Chestnut Rd., Ballybofey, Co.Donegal, F9PY98.

When : Thursday May 5th @ 2pm

 

All you need to know about the 25th North West 10K

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The countdown is on to the 25th North West 10k which takes place on the Bank Holiday Monday, May 2nd in Letterkenny at 11 am.

It’s a new date and an earlier start time for a charity event that was run for the first time on the 10th of May 1997.

Since then nearly 834,000 euros has been raised for 36 charities.

This year the three benefitting charities are Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Ireland Donegal Branch, the Donegal Diabetes Parents Support Group and the No Barriers Foundation.

Representatives from the three North West 10k charities at the new T-shirt launch on Monday evening in the Mount Errigal Hotel. Included at front are Sinead Doherty, Mairead Farren and Charlie Gildea. Back from left – Noreen O’Donnell, Johnny Loughrey, Rachel McLaughlin, Jonny Stewart and Kevin Harrold.

Donegal Person of the Year Noel Cunningham has been confirmed as the special guest who will fire the starting gun to set the runners and walkers on their way in the special 25th anniversary North West 10k next Monday.

The North West 10k takes place next Monday at 11 a.m. in Letterkenny. It’s the 25th anniversary and Neil Martin is encouraging walkers and runners to come out on Bank Holiday Monday and be part of a special milestone event.

“We have had 24 great years, many memorable events supporting 36 charities. For people like the first Chairperson Charlie Kelly and the original committee it must be a very proud time for them to see the North West 10k being staged for the 25th time on Monday. Indeed for all the past committee members this is something that must give them great satisfaction to see 10k now celebrating its 25th anniversary. They all gave great commitment to it on a totally voluntary basis. I want to thank the current committee for the trojan work put into organising the 25th. It began last September and will continue until Monday afternoon when we tidy up after the event. I want to sincerely thank our five sponsors this year Brian McCormick Intersport, Century Complex, Donegal Daily, Mount Errigal Hotel and the Value Centre. Their support has made our job a lot easier and gives the three charities more money to support their members” Mr Martin said.

Entries are continuing online for the North West 10k. Go to nortwest10k.com to register or click on the link: https://www.njuko.net/nw_10k_2022

North West 10k Chairperson Neil Martin (seated second from left) with Committee members at the new T-shirt launch on Monday evening in the Mount Errigal Hotel. Also included at front Anne Condon, Mary Fleming-McCrossan and Neily McDaid. Back from left – Declan Kerr, Bernie Brennan, Nancy McNamee, Seamus Murphy and Brendan McDaid

The North West 10k office will also open for registrations next Saturday and Sunday from 3-6 p.m at the Letterkenny Community Centre.

Runners and walkers who have already registered online are encouraged to pick up their 10k T-shirts and numbers at the Community Centre during these times on Saturday and Sunday to avoid delays on Monday morning. Registrations will be taken on Monday morning from 8am and closing at 10 am sharp. A reminder also that the race and walk starts at the earlier time of 11 am.

Donegal Cavan double header set for Clones

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The Ulster football semi-final between Donegal and Cavan will take place in St Tiernach’s Park, Clones on Sunday, May 8th, with the Ladies Senior game taking place before it.

The Ulster CCC have confirmed a double header will take place at Clones between the two counties, with Maxi Curran’s Ladies taking to the pitch first at 1.45pm, while the mens game is set for a 4pm throw-in.

Further details on tickets will be released shortly.

Donegal defeated Armagh 1-16 to 0-12 on Sunday at MacCumhaill Park in their opening Championship games, while Cavan disposed of Antrim comfortably by 1-20 to 0-10 at Corrigan Park on Saturday.

The other semi-final, between Monaghan/Down and Derry/Tyrone will be played the following weekend at the Athletic Grounds in Armagh.

Meanwhile, Donegal’s Minor round two game with Derry will be at Owenbeg on Saturday 7th May at 2pm.

McConalogue urges people to check passport expiry date before booking flights

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Minister Charlie McConalogue is urging Donegal residents to carefully check their passport expiry dates before booking holidays abroad this summer.

Having suffered through two summers of covid hit restrictions, many people are getting excited to book and go on sun holidays for what would be the first time in three years for a lot of people.

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine is warning people that the passport office is extremely busy at this time of the year and it is advised that you do not book holidays until you have an in-date passport.

Minister McConalogue said: “My office has been receiving a high volume of correspondence in relation to passports.

“Due to the high number of passport applications, we are recommending that you check your passport before you book any flights.

“We recommend that applications are made online. This is the fastest turnaround time for passport applications.

“First time applications are the most complex as all documents need to be verified. You should not book any travel until you have received a passport as these applications cannot be expedited.”

Paper Applications via An Post

This application will take significantly longer than Passport Online for renewals. You should use Passport Online if you have travel plans within the next 3 months. The current estimated turnaround time is 8 weeks, but this is not a service guarantee and you should not book flights until you have your passport.

Timelines for online passport turnarounds:

  • Simple Adult Renewal for online applications 10 Working days.
  • Complex Renewals for online applications 15 Workings days.
  • First Time Applicants (Adult+Child) for online applications 35 Working Days.

Posted Applications via An Post:

  • Adult and Child Renewal 8 weeks.
  • First time application 8 weeks.
  • Lost/stolen/damaged replacement 8 weeks.

Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Jack Murray also warned of the issue as he has been flooded with questions on the topic.

Mr. Murray said: “Just a word of warning as I’ve recently been inundated with queries from people facing delays with passport applications.

“If you’re planning on any holidays or travel this summer, check the date on your passport, and if necessary apply for your renewal as early possible so you don’t get caught too.”


Talented Donegal girl wins trophy at Derry Feis

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A talented young pianist from Inishowen scooped a top prize at the Derry Feis last week.

Aimee Rose Carey, aged 10, came first in the U10 Eithne Quigley Cup in Piano.

The Fahan girl is taught by Ray McGinley of the esteemed McGinley School of Music and Drama.

The iconic Feis Dhoire Cholmcille or Derry Feis celebrated its 100th birthday on Easter week at the Millennium Forum.

 

Aimee Rose Carey

Donegal distillery on show in virtual US spirits campaign

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People in the US will be travelling to south Donegal – virtually – through a unique campaign promoting Irish spirits.

Sliabh Liag Distillers has been included in Bord Bia’s single largest investment to date, the Spirit of Ireland campaign.

The educational programme brings off-license and bar staff in the US on virtual reality tours of twenty of Ireland’s distilleries, featuring interviews with master distillers and barrel coopers so staff can learn first-hand from brand owners in Ireland what makes their product unique and distinctive.   The campaign offers a unique sensory experience using “scratch and sniff” cards to smell and experience barley fields and barrel houses, all aimed at creating an in-depth understanding of Irish spirits.

In 2020, Sliabh Liag Distillery carried out the first legal whiskey distillation in Donegal in nearly 200 years. The company, which was established in Carrick, moved its distilling operations to a new purpose-built distillery in Ardara last year.

Watch the virtual tour here:

The Spirit of Ireland campaign aims to build on the strong exports of Irish alcohol to the US. In 2021 Irish beverage exports to the US were valued at €657 million, up 17% from €561 million in 2020. That recovery was most robust in Irish whiskey and cream liqueur exports.

Officially launching the Spirit of Ireland drinks trade communication campaign with the Ohio Liquor Control Commission, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D., said: “Irish spirits are now exported to over 130 countries around the world and experiencing a renaissance. From Irish whiskey to Irish gin, and traditional Irish poitín to Irish cream liqueur, they form an evolving, innovative sector that is on a fast growth trajectory in the US. Bord Bia’s new drinks trade communication campaign in the US demonstrates Ireland’s commitment to the US market, build the awareness of this growing spirits category and positively influence commercial success.”

The campaign will be rolled out with 17 liquor control boards in the US, the government agencies that regulates the sale of alcoholic beverages at a wholesale level in specific states. While being officially launched in Ohio as part of the trade mission, Spirit of Ireland will be further rolled out within key control state markets for Irish alcohol in the US and also in Canada over the course of 2022 and into 2023, building longevity and deepening programme awareness.

Job Vacancy: HML require Plant Manager/Hire Desk Controller

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Job Vacancy: HML Plant Hire & Construction are seeking a Plant Manager/Hire Desk Controller to join their team in Buncrana.

The Plant Manger/Hire Desk Controller role is a vital part of operations and operates on the front line of sales and customer service.

The day-to-day duties include:

  • Responding to customer enquiries about plant, machinery and tool hire
  • Pro-actively promoting the company at all times
  • Regularly inspecting inventory to identify stock levels and location of plant
  • Setting up customer hire contracts
  • Negotiating costs and preparing invoices
  • General administration

Skills:

  • Previous experience or qualifications in construction, warehousing or sales is essential
  • Strong skills in data analysis and forecasting
  • Experience with an inventory management software
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent maths knowledge
  • Ability to work well in a team
  • Highly organised and motivated

Please apply by sending your CV to anita@hml.ltd or if you would like to have a confidential conversation, call Anita on +353873302975

Jason Quigley sets out to summit Errigal with ‘Bali Community’

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Donegal brand Bali Clothing celebrates its first birthday on Sunday, May 1 with a special hike up Errigal – and Ballybofey boxer Jason Quigley is encouraging people to become part of the Bali community.

Quigley has joined Bali Clothing as the company’s new Head of Community.

Founded in 2021 by brothers Steven and Martin O’Reilly, Bali is an Irish activewear and lifestyle brand for both men and women.

Quigley’s recruitment to the company coincides with the launch of a new range of menswear.

“The main reason and one of the most exciting things is the quality of the clothing is second to none,” Quigley said.

“The potential it has, this can push on to be a really successful business. I’ve been keeping a close eye on what they’ve been doing in Bali. They’ve been doing amazing work in the last couple of months. They’re an incredible bunch of people, very hard working, driven and dedicated to being successful. That’s what caught my eye most.”

On Sunday at 9.30am, the Bali community will set out to summit Errigal.

Quigley said: “This is more than a clothing brand. We want you to be a part of this team, part of this community.

“We’ll run events like hikes and walks through the year for people to join up, have fun and challenge themselves in different ways.

“We want people to become part of the Bali community. Become a part of the Bali family because YOU matter most.”

There will be lots to look forward to for participants, including some complimentary Bali goodie bags, tea/coffee and other little surprises.

Bali’s goal is to provide affordable, high quality athletic clothing to our ever-growing community.

1,000 tonnes of fish destroyed in Killybegs in weighing debacle – IFPEA

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The Irish Fish Processers and Exporters Association (IFPEA) reports that over 1,000 tonnes of freshly landed, high-quality Blue Whiting were rendered unfit for human consumption in Killybegs at the weekend, due to a new State-imposed weighing regime.

The ‘MFV Lauren’ returned after her maiden voyage to her home port of Killybegs at the weekend.  Upon arrival at port, this landing was subjected to a ‘full monitor’ or control weighing by the SFPA. The weighing method rendered the fish unsuitable for food products.

Over 50 fish processing workers were sent home as a result, all of which will hit the local economy hard, say fishing organisations.

The association is calling on the Marine Minister and the Government to urgently halt the new regime.

The new weighing regime forces the draining of refrigerated sea water from the fish storage tanks. “This dewatering breaks the cold chain and also results in the fish being compressed during transport,” says IFPEA chief executive, Brendan Byrne. “The fish become unfit for human consumption as a result of this process.”

Mr Byrne says the new options for control weighing are “impractical and have no reasonable regard to the food grade processing requirements of this valuable Irish resource. The option offered of dewatering and weighing the fish in bulk tankers was not a practical or viable solution for the MFV Lauren.”  

Last year, the High Court ruled against the Sea Fisheries Protection Agency (SFPA) for its failure to approve the conveyor belt fish-weighing system in Killybegs.

Mr Byrne said: “No other EU country is being forced to adopt such an unworkable regime, so Ireland’s fishing industry is now being put at a huge competitive disadvantage. The Irish Sea Fishery Protection Authority (SFPA) are imposing the new weighing system, despite a High Court ruling that authorities should introduce an alternative system. We call on the Government to halt the new regime immediately and implement the High Court ruling.”

Aodh O Donnell of the IFPO says Irish seafood exporters have already lost vital and profitable sales from the interrupted and uncertain landing scenario prevailing since March 7th. “There are also wider socio-economic losses for the region, such as loss of earnings for part-time fish processing workers who missed badly needed employment opportunities. This latest incident with the MFV Lauren led to the loss of two days weekend overtime work for 51 employees who had to be sent home.”

Regrettably, the blue whiting season is now ending, and the losses suffered by the industry and local coastal communities cannot be undone, says Aodh O Donnell.

“We have a modern pelagic fleet, and processing plants have invested in state-of-the-art weighing systems. These systems include live feed camera monitoring of in-house weighing, supported by 31-day back-ups. No other EU member state has implemented the level of control the SFPA is currently exercising. The Irish industry has a commitment to sustainability and fit-for-purpose control …. but we need a level playing field. Otherwise, the industry will shrink, and decay and our competitors will benefit exponentially from fish caught in our waters.”

“We call on our Minister and the Government to play a vital leadership role in urgently resolving this matter and implementing the High Court ruling.”

Job Vacancies: Kelly’s Centra and Diner recruiting for multiple roles

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Job Vacancies: Kelly’s Centra and Diner are recruiting for a number of different positions to join their award winning team in Letterkenny.

They are looking to expand their numbers for the busy summer season, and it is an ideal place to work for flexibility and room for progression.

They are currently recruiting for:
  • Supervisors
  • Waiting Staff
  • Sales Assistants
  • Cooks
  • Kitchen Porters

Apply now by sending your cv to hr.mtcentra@hotmail.com

Kilmacrennan NS raise their 3rd Active School Flag

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Kilmacrennan NS recently raised their 3rd Active School Flag much to the delight of both staff and pupils in the school.

The Active School Flag is awarded to a school for striving to ‘achieve a physically educated and active school community’.

The guest of honour on the day was former Donegal GAA All-Ireland winner Mr Christy Toye who indeed is a member of the teaching staff in the school. He raised the flag with members of the student council.

A lot of hard work went into achieving the flag under the leadership of Mr Mel O’Donnell (coordinator) along with members of the student council from the senior classes who were voted onto the committee by their peers.

Over the course of the two year programme, a huge number and range of activities were provided for the children in Kilmacrennan NS including an Active School’s Week. Some of the many fun activities they engaged in included:

-School House Leagues in GAA, soccer and basketball
-Gymnastics
-1km run daily
-Outdoor Adventure and Orienteering
-Circuits
-Swimming
-PAWS Water Safety Programme
-Active Homework
-PE Art Slogan competition
-Fun Run to Lapland
-Fun Day Fridays
-Annual Sports Day
-Cumann na mBunscol
-FAI soccer
-Cross Country
-Track and Field athletics
-Tag Rugby
-Basketball

 


TDs needs to set out how they will vote on turf sale ban says MacLochlainn

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Government TDs need to set out how they will vote on tonight’s motion in the Dáil that calls for the scrapping of the proposed ban on the sale of turf, says Pádraig Mac Locahlainn.

Speaking today, Teachta Mac Lochlainn said: “The government’s plan to ban the sale of turf from September is yet another sign that they are out of touch with rural communities and the cost of living crisis that is hitting workers and families hard.

“Many rural communities rely on turf, including here in Donegal where it is estimated that 7,000 homes do so.

“The government’s plan punishes those communities who rely on turf, instead of introducing measures to support communities in transitioning away from this form of heating in a way that is fair and sustainable.

“Like the unfair Carbon Tax, it hits those on lowest incomes and in rural areas hardest while failing to go after the major polluters.”

The Sinn Féin TD added: “Sinn Féin have brought forward a Dáil motion to oppose this ill-thought-out policy, and a vote on that motion will take place tonight.

“I am calling on government TDs in this constituency to come out and say if they support this ban on the sale of turf or not.

“Various government TDs have been vocal in the newspapers on this issue in recent days. Tonight they will have the opportunity to set out where they stand. They can’t say one thing to the media and do another in the Dáil. The people of Donegal deserve to know how they will vote tonight.”

Irish lamb to appear on US menus for the first time

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Irish lamb will appear on the menu for the first time in the US, announced as part of the Bord Bia government-led trade mission.

This week Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D. announced that Ireland had secured full access to export sheepmeat to the US.

Welcoming the news, Bord Bia CEO Tara McCarthy said the US is now Ireland’s second largest export market for food and drink (after the UK) and that there has never been a more opportune time to export, with 42% of Irish food and drink manufacturers prioritising North America (the US specifically) in their future market plans, ahead of Asian markets including China.

In 2021, total Irish food and drink exports to the US were valued at €1.3 billion, up 22% on 2020. In 2022 overall sheepmeat consumption in the US is forecast to stand at 207,000 tonnes, providing perfect export opportunities for Irish companies.

Speaking ahead of today’s reception at the Irish embassy in Washington to mark Bord Bia’s upcoming three year co-funded EU campaign, Tara McCarthy said a key part of promoting Irish lamb stateside will be positioning it as a premium product with high health and nutritional benefits while also highlighting Ireland’s commitment to food safety. 

“Our research  shows us that lamb consumption is growing in the US and that consumers, particularly younger consumers, are open to eating more lamb and are willing to pay more for ‘quality’ lamb that is reared ethically and comes from a natural environment,” she said. “With this in mind, Bord Bia’s focus will be on raising the profile of Irish sheepmeat through awareness of it as a premium product sourced from family run farms, and fully traceable from farm to fork. Creating a brand that symbolises Ireland’s heritage, quality and trust or ‘green credentials’ is key.”

In June, Bord Bia launches the three-year intensive co-funded EU campaign, Working with Nature – European Beef and Lamb, which sees Bord Bia investing €1 million in marketing and promotional seminars, events and promotional activities from 2022 to 2025.

US wholesaler Marx Foods, who already import Irish beef, is looking forward to being amongst the first to receive Irish lamb in the US. 

Justin Marx, Director at Marx Foods, said: At Marx Foods we are delighted with the relationship we have developed with our Irish beef supplier, ABP. Our food service and retail customers alike have been impressed with the sustainability positioning of beef from Ireland through the Origin Green programme and of course, Irish beef’s exceedingly high quality.. We now look forward to adding Irish lamb to our portfolio and see great potential in the US for this premium Irish product over the next decade and beyond.”

Bord Bia’s New York office is now targeting lamb buyers in the US for inward visits to Ireland to see first-hand Irish farming and processing systems. Bord Bia also plans to showcase lamb at trade shows in the US and introduce Irish exporters to potential customers and routes to market. 

 Henry Horkan, Bord Bia Director for North Americacommented: “Bord Bia has been engaging with key importers and customers over the last year ahead of the launch of lamb in the US. What we have planned now is an intensive programme of engagement with key buyers and trade to secure a smooth and swift process for Irish companies wishing to export to the market. This access decision will accelerate Bord Bia’s activities with lamb buyers and retailers, optimise the value returned to Irish producers and bring its advertising message closer to the US trade audience.”

The EU-co funded campaign, Working with Nature – European Beef and Lamb, provides a key opportunity to build on the strong reputation Irish dairy, beef and alcohol has gained in the US and to demonstrate how the Irish food industry can work with customers in responding to consumer demands for quality and sustainably produced food.

The campaign will have a specific product focus and tailored promotional activities targeting importers, retailers, foodservice providers, chefs and media outlets. The Business to Business (B-2-B) campaign will also concentrate on digital media, PR, trade fairs, seminars and inward visits to Ireland, building awareness and understanding of food safety, quality assurance and sustainability of European grass-fed beef and lamb.

Over the course of the three-year campaign, Bord Bia will target more than 350 key trade and decision makers and over 6,000 buyers will be accessible to our meat exporters at international trade shows. Bord Bia will also welcome 15 overseas trade representatives to visit Irish farms and processors.

Last December, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine confirmed the lifting by the USDA of a ban on EU sheepmeat, paving the way for full market access for Irish sheepmeat exports to the US market. Up until that time, sheepmeat exports from the EU to the US had been banned due to the presence of scrapie in certain EU member states.

Webster injury ‘a massive loss’ to Harps says Ollie Horgan

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Finn Harps boss Ollie Horgan says losing captain David Webster to injury is ‘a massive loss’ to his Finn Harps side.

The defender suffered a serious knee ligament injury in the 2-2 draw against Bohemians at Dalymount Park and had to be replaced after half an hour.

He will now miss the rest of the season due to the severity of the injury.

Horgan said: “The fact he went down with no one around him raised alarm bells. We were hopeful it wasn’t a cruciate ligament but unfortunately it was and it’s a serious blow for him and for us.

“There’s no pretending it’s run of the mill, he’s a massive loss to us and we’ll just need other people to step up to fill that gap.

“We were already going to have an uphill battle, now it’s more of an uphill battle.”

Webster took over as captain in 2021 when Gareth Harkin left. The former Bray Wanderers, Shamrock Rovers, Waterford and St. Pats defender is in his third season at Finn Park.

Finn Harps welcome Shelbourne to Finn Park on Friday night as they go in search of their first home win of the season.

Horgan’s men won 3-0 at Tolka Park earlier in the season with goals from Ethan Boyle, Conor Tourish and Eric McWoods.

Scoil Mhuire under-14s crowned Ulster Champions

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Scoil Mhuire Buncrana girls under-14 became Ulster champions today with a win over Loreto Letterkenny.

Photo – Joe Boland, North West Newspix.

Scoil Mhuire were worthy winners as they defeated their fellow Donegal school 4-0.

Photo – Joe Boland, North West Newspix.

Abaigh McCarron opened the scoring in the first half as Scoil Mhuire went into the break 1-0 up.

Photo – Joe Boland, North West Newspix.

Sienna Bradley, Eimear Doherty and Aoife Sweeney added to the scoreline in the second half.

Photo – Joe Boland, North West Newspix.

 

Fresh fruit and veg for less than €1 in this week’s Supervalu 7!

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This week, Supervalu in Carndonagh is making healthy eating easy with great discounts on fresh fruit and vegetables.

Get cabbage, carrot and parsnip tray, celery and cucumbers for only 49c each. Or pick up apples, lemons and a pineapple for just 79c each!

Mix and match deals make planning healthy dinners easy too.

Supervalu in Carndonagh is also well stocked up for Bank Holiday weekend feasts. Selected BBQ favourites are 3 for €10 and there are seven amazing meat poultry and fish offers to choose from too.

See the images below to help you plan your shopping trip.

SuperValu Carndonagh is open 8am-10pm seven days a week. Plus, they have autism friendly shopping time every Tuesday evening in store from 6-8pm with dimmed lights, relaxation music and stress balls to create a calm shopping environment for everyone.

SuperValu Carndonagh has all you need for quick and convenient shopping, including hot deli, fresh bakery, butchers counter, bookshop and off licence in store as well as an online shopping and click & collect service at https://shop.supervalu.ie/shopping/

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