LETTERKENNY LADIES GOLF NEWS

Open Week was a great success with members and visitors enjoying sunny weather and warm temperatures with no excuses for good scoring.

Con Boyce of Donegal Sports and Golf Centre sponsored the Tuesday Competition and have a long association with the Ladies Club. The Ladies Club would like to thank Con for his generous sponsorship.
The winner was Angela Kilgallen 37 points B.O.T., Runner– Up, Mena Breslin37 pts., Gross – Angela Bradley , 26 Gross Points and 3rd was Peggy Forde, 36 points
Visitor – Geraldine Crossan, City of Derry, 31 pts..B 9 : Celine Bradley ,21 pts.
F 9 : Grainne Hines 20 pts. The only 2 was won by Marian Keating.
Thursday’s Open was sponsored by our Resident Professional, Seamus Clinton and the winner was Vera Kearney, 38 pts., Runner – Up Monica Mc Donagh,37 ptsB O.T., Gross, Angela Bradley 23 Gross pts.,B.O.T. , 3rd Connie Reddan 37 pts.. B 9, Anne Condon ,20pts., F 9, Rena O’Herlihy,21pts..Visitor, Margaret Buckley Donegal Golf Club, 29 pts. Senior cat: BridieGildea 36pts.. 36hcp. Winner was Patricia O’Sullivan with 32pts. 2′s; Maureen Sweeney, Cynthia Fueryand Marian O’ Sullivan. Congratulations to all the winners. Seamus Clinton invited the winners ie 1st 2nd and 3rd placed to join him in the Pro Am in the Farnham Estate with golf, dinner and transport included on a fantastic day out on 5th Sept. What a fantastic prize to win; enjoy ladies as there are many waiting to take your place!
There were 3 nine hole competitions and the winners will be announced next week along with the winner of Golfer of Open Week.
Congratulations to Marian Keating’s Intermediate Team who defeated Ballyclare on Sunday, qualifying for the quarter finals of The Ulster District. The team was Celine Markey, Monica McDonagh, Vera Kearney, Karen McGlinchey and Eileen Williamson. They won 3 matches and 2 halves to secure victory.
The Challenge Team and the Junior Team play their matches away this week against Mahee Island in Co Down and City of Derry respectively. Good Luck to the teams. The Maura O’Donnell Team , captained by Celine Bradley, fought gallantly in Gweedore and only lost by 3 Holes. Such is golf, always down to the last putt. We wish Gweedore continued success in the competition.
The July Medal draw is on the notice board. The mixed foursome draw is done and available in the Ladies Locker room with July 5th the first round deadline.

Letterkenny Gaels GAA Notes

The Seniors tasted defeat for the first time this season when they conceded an injury time goal to give the points to Muff. 

Next up this weekend they are away to Naomh Ultan.

See Facebook for throw in times. Training continues at Pairc na nGael every Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm. New players always welcome.

Thanks to all who helped, baked and supported our recent Cake sale especially Susanna and Catherine for organising.

Well done to Oisin Cannon and the Donegal Minors on their win over Antrim at the weekend. Good luck in the upcoming Ulster Final.
With the summer holidays just around the corner we are pleased to announce that Letterkenny Gaels will be holding summer camps in Hurling, Camogie & Football. The Hurling camp runs from the 7th-11th of July, Camogie from the 16th-18th of July while the Football Cul Camp is on from 28th July to the 1st of August. For more information contact, 085 1743228 for Hurling, 086 8163605 for Camogie & 086 7325955 for Football.

U-6, U-8 & U10 Football continues every Sunday morning at 11am at Pairc na nGael.
We are currently looking for girls aged 9-12 to join our U-12 Gaelic football squad. Training on Wednesday evening from 6.30-7.30. Contact Jim Farrell on 086 0566893 for more details.
Well done to Eimear Quinn who represented Donegal in the 2014 Camogie & Hurling Feile Skills competition in Armagh at the weekend.
Camogie training continues every Tuesday evening at Pairc na nGael from 6-7pm for 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th class. 5th, 6th class & Secondary school on Monday evening 6-7.30pm at Pairc na nGael. Contact 086 8163605 for information. New players welcome.

Our U-16 lads are in action this Friday night away to Mc Cools.
U-16 training continues at Pairc na nGael every Wednesday & Friday at 5.30pm.
There is an U-8 Hurling blitz this Sunday in Convoy.
Hurling training for U-6, U-8, U-10 and U-12 continues at the pitch every Thursday evening from 6.30-7.30pm. Hurleys and helmets provided for training.
The lotto numbers for weekending 22nd June were 1, 7, 14 & 23. Match 3 winner was John Savage c/o Glencar Inn. Next weeks jackpot will be €2850.
Sympathy is extended to Dan & Sharon Harnett on their recent bereavement.

For regular club updates and photos see our club web page, www.letterkennygaels.donegal.gaa.ie , Facebook page or follow us on Twitter @LetterkennyGael

Shane Wallace of Wallace Media with presenter Andrea Gilligan.

The MHz Networks in the United States has confirmed that the first of its three television programmes on Donegal will be aired on Saturday 28th June at 5pm EST (10pm Irish time).

The programme will have features on the World Affairs HONORS – Gala in Washington, NI Bureau – DC breakfast event and MHz Networks Founder and CEO Fred Thomas gives an exclusive interview where he talks of his delight at having professional Donegal programmes featured on his national TV network.

The programme will also include features on Sliabh Liag, Fanad Head, Inch Levels, Malin Head with additional pieces on the Grianan Festival, Donegal Marathon and the Diaspora Conferences recently held in the Letterkenny Institute of Technology.

The programmes will be screened on Todays IRELAND – TV which is part of MHz’s national Worldview Channel which is available in 38 million American households across the USA.

“It took 40 years for Ireland to establish professional daily television programming in the United States. The steadily growing success of Today’s Ireland provides important lessons to EU nations and other countries who are seeking to harness the power of television to cost efficiently access the US TV market place.

“It provides a great platform for Donegal to connect with government and business influencers, internationally minded Americans and the Irish diaspora across America” said Mr. Tony Culley Foster UK and Ireland Representative of MHz Networks.

And the former Donegal resident added “Today’s IRELAND is now an established global content provider of MHz Networks, an independent, non-commercial and public service television broadcaster delivering international educational programming and providing diverse cultural perspectives for a globally minded audience. Today’s IRELAND TV – USA is anchored by RTE, TV3, TG4,Irish Film Board, NvTv, Belfast Community Television, NI Screen & Donegal TV and connects American viewers with contemporary Ireland through a blend of news, current affairs, politics, economy, business, education, tourism, culture, drama, sports and entertainment.”

Shane Wallace Founder and Director of Donegal TV & Wallace Media International who produced the 3 programmes on Donegal said it was very encouraging to receive international recognition.

“Mhz only air programmes of the highest quality so it is pleasing that they have accepted our features and indeed have been very complementary about our shows on Donegal. When I filmed recently in the States many of the show participants had already visited Ireland and our county and are enthusiastic ambassadors for tourism in Donegal. Our programmes will promote the county and NW of Ireland to a very wide audience throughout the USA”.

Paul McLoone, who assisted in the production of the features said that from a tourism perspective it was great news for Donegal.

“I was working in tourism for many years and was only too well aware of the difficulties of getting the proper international platform to promote Donegal as we always felt we were fighting an uphill battle with the distribution stakeholders.

“We were aware that if we made interesting programmes of the highest quality that an opportunity for US broadcast would arise so we are delighted that MHz will showcase Donegal to such a huge American audience”.

The second show will be screened on July 5th at 5pm EDT and will include highlights from former President Bill Clinton’s recent visit to Derry and will have interviews with two very successful Donegal people in the States; NYPD Chief Kevin Ward and jazz singer Tara O’Grady. In addition there is a special report on the ‘Donegal is Happy’ video which was featured on the Oprah Winfrey show throughout the US and a short feature from the British – Irish Assembly meeting in Dublin.

American viewers who also watch Donegal TVs content online via www.donegaltv.ie & www.facebook.com/DonegalTV were fascinated by Donegal TVs recent local elections coverage and as a consequence Show # 3 will be a Donegal Election Special from all of Donegals local constituencies and the European Constituency of Midlands North West. This show will also be aired on MHz’s Today’s IRELAND on July 5th at 5.30pm for information in how to receive MHz Todays Ireland in America visit www.todaysireland.tv the Programmes is also available on visit www.donegaltv.ie & www.facebook.com/donegaltv

The Donegal Hospice has been given a rather unusual donation – and it could be yours for as little as just a few euro!

A Toyota Avensis like this could be yours for just a few euro!

The hospice, which has been a source of comfort to so many local families, received a donation of a Toyota Avensis car.

Now the Hospice are holding a blind auction for the 1999 car which even has a full NCT until February 2015.

The car has just 92,000 miles on the clock and only had own owner from new.

Bidding in the blind auction will end on July 14th.

Bids can be placed in a sealed envelope and sent to the Donegal Hospice at Knocknamona, Letterkenny.

All the envelopes will be opened on July 15th and the highest bidder will be notified soonafter,

For any further information just contact Isobell on 0749125656.

Getting bidding now for what is a great cause.

Moville GAA Notes

LOTTO

There was no jackpot winner this week. The winning numbers were 15, 17, 18, 24. The €50 runner-up prize goes to Sean McDermott, Ard Foyle. 

Next week’s jackpot will be €4,200. Thank you for your continued support. We would like to appeal for more Lotto sellers as it is out main source of income. Please support our club lotto.

UNDERAGE FOOTBALL

He U8 team travelled to Muff on Monday of last week for the last of their blitz encounters. They can now look forward to their finals day on the 27th July for boys and 28th July for the girls, both in Malin.

U6 players of the week this week were Andrew Lyle and Jade Harkin. U8 players of the week were Natasha Doherty and Eamon McDaid.

Under 8 training now takes place every Saturday from 10-11am. If there are any parents or members of the community willing to get involved in coaching or helping in the club in any way, could they please get in contact with Mags Mulhall.

The following children were selected to represent the North Inishowen primary school team who played south Inishowen in Carndonagh on Sunday 8th June.

The girls are as follows: Breena Diver, Erin Coyke, Aoibh Faulkner, Clodagh Skelly, Niamh Skelly, Kerry Mc Laughlin, Niamh Mc Laughlin, Niamh Mc Donald, Claire Mc Laughlin, Kirsty Connolly & Kate Mc Clenaghan The boys are as follows: Eoin O Doherty, CJ Mc Crudden, Michael Leech, Oran Mc Guinness, Shaun Mc Donald, Brennan Moore & Conor Mc Laughlin. Well done to all the children involved.

U16 BOYS

The U16 boys had to dig deep to come from behind to beat a tough Carn team on Friday night in the Inishowen A semi final.

Carn started the brighter and had a goal and a point on the board before Moville got their first score from Paddy Faulkner.

A goal from Jack Banks after a 45 had dropped short had Moville back on level terms after 20 minutes however despite some great fielding by Mark Browne their lethargic start continued for the remainder of the half as Carn led 1-4 to 1-2 at half time.

Both teams scored 2 points apiece at the start of the second half before Moville clawed themselves level with points from Paddy Faulkner and young Eoghan Gillen who had advanced from the backline.

With the game level, and the tackles coming in thick and fast from both teams, the turning point came when Cathal McLaughlin scored a goal at the 2nd attempt after his first effort had been well saved by the Carn keeper.

Moville added another point from Paddy Faulkner before Carn replied with a goal of their own to leave a point in it with 3 minutes to go.

Moville also lost their goalkeeper Ciaran Bonner to injury which added to the blow as he was enjoying a commanding game in goals.

However not for the first time this season, the boys dug deep in the last few minutes and added an insurance point from the impressive Browne.

While this win maintains the boys 100% record for the season, they will know that this was far from their best performance and a massive improvement will be required to beat a highly impressive Muff team in the final.

U14 GIRLS

The U14 girls will contest the county semi-final on Tuesday 24th June at 7.30pm in Carrick Field. The club would like to wish them the best of luck and encourage as many members as possible to come along and support. Remember, nothing beats being there!

SENIOR MEN

The Senior Men have been having a good run of form of late, but unfortunately there was no match last weekend, as Na Rosa did not field. Below is a match report from the very tight Naomh Ultan game from the weekend before.

Moville 2-07 Naomh Ultan 2-06

Moville and Naomh Ultan were neck and neck in fourth and third place respectively in Division four with only a point between them. Naomh Ultan wanted the two points to keep in touch with Letterkenny Gaels and Convoy, Moville wanted the victory to move up to third in the league. On a fine night for football, Moville had the brighter star with points from Nigel McMonagle and Sean O’Hare in the 5th and 6th minutes. Nigel provided excellent build up play before laying the ball off to Joshua Lafferty who raised the green flag with a well taken goal in the 11th minute. Naomh Ultan got a score on the board two minutes later with their first point. Enda Faulkner made an excellent run from his own half to the opponents’ goal and has his shot blocked by an excellent save from the Naomh Ultan keeper only for Lafferty to grab his second goal from the rebound. Naomh Ultan scored another point from a free; followed by points from Dannt Murphy and Ciaran Diver for Moville in quick succession. A mix up in the Moville defence led to an easy goal for Naomh Ultan on the stroke of half time, leaving the score 2-05 to 1-02.

The second half started with much of the play in the middle of the field and few chances for either team, with Naomh Ultan breaking the stalemate in the 10th minute with a point, then another on the 12th to close the gap. Sean O’Hare scored another point from a free in the 16th minute, and Naomh Ultan got another point a minute later. There was a quiet spell in terms of scoring and again Naomh Ultan came out of this with a point and a goal in quick succession to draw level in the 26th minute. It was the cool head of Sean O’Hare who slotted over a free in the 31st minute to take the game for the home side.

Moville: 1. Oran McDermott; 2. Shaun Diver; 3. Enda Faulkner; 4. Declan Logue; 5. Jack Keys; 6. Michael Brown; 7. Ciaran Diver (0-01); 8. John McGeady; 9. Malachy McDermott; 10. Danny Murphy (0-01); 11. Sean O’Hare (0-03, 2f); 12. Maurice Harkin; 13. Seamus Hegarty; 14. Nigel McMonagle (0-01); 15. Joshua Lafferty (2-01)

Unfortunately the Senior Reserves were unable to overcome Naomh Ultan reserves, having been defeated by a score of 2-07 to 3-11.

Training this week on Wednesday and Friday at 6.30

CONGRATULATIONS

Well done to both Donegal Senior and Minor teams who now through to this year’s Ulster Final. Well done to our club players Tony Mc Cleneghan and Ciaran Diver who are part of the minor squad. We will not know until after the Monaghan vs Armagh game this Saturday who we meet but regardless it’s going to be a wonderful occasion to have both our minors and seniors in an Ulster Final.
Hard luck to the Donegal Senior Ladies team who lost out to Armagh on Sunday. Well done to Niamh Hegarty and Sarah-Jane Mc Donald who were part of the team and to the team manager Davy Mc Laughlin who had put in a huge effort since taking over the team. The ladies next game will be in the qualifiers.

MOVILLE GAA MERCHANDISE

The new club half-zip tops are available; they are priced at €40. Please check out the club’s Facebook page and website for all the latest Moville GAA O’Neills merchandise. All items are currently in stock. Please see Bridget Harkin if you would like to purchase any items.

MISCELLANEOUS CLUB NOTES

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If anyone has any information or photographs that they would like included in the notes, the club website (www.movillegaa.ie) or the club facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MovilleGAA) feel free to e-mail it to the following e-mail address: pro.moville.donegal@gaa.ie.

Naomh Ultan GAA Notes

Royal Flush Lotto -

Royal Flush results for the weekend of the 22/06/2014 were 5, 14, 16 & 20. There was no winner of the jackpot worth €3340.

Consolation prizes went to Maria Brosnan, Anne Alvey & Kevin O’Donnell.

Next week’s jackpot now stands at €3360 and the draw will take place in McIntyres Bar.

40th Anniversary Celebrations -

A date of Saturday August 9th has been set for the anniversary celebrations. Meetings will take place every Thursday from now on upstairs in the clubroom at 8:30pm.

There is a large amount of work involved for the celebrations, therefore we would ask for as much help as possible to make it a success.

All welcome to attend meetings.

Kelloggs Cúl Camps 2014

The Naomh Ultan GAA annual Cúl Camp will take place this year from Monday 30th June to Friday the 4th of July at the pitch in Dunkineely.

The camp will run daily from 10am to 2:30pm and will cater for children from ages 6-13. Parents can register their child prior to the camp on http://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/ or can pay on the first morning of the camp.

More information and prices can be found on the website. Contact camp co-ordinator Dermot Gallier on 0879946654 with any other queries.

Adult Football -

Our senior side had an excellent one point victory away to Convoy last Saturday, putting them right back into contention for promotion.

Saturday sees them take on Letterkenny Gaels in a top of the league encounter, throw in is 6pm and we’d encourage as much support as possible.

Reserve throw in is 7:30pm.

Underage Football -

Our U12 side got back to winning ways on Monday, thrashing Bundoran 12-13 to 2-05 with a great team performance.

The U16 side had a disappointing defeat away to Bundoran, losing out 6-15 to 0-13.​

Congratulations to our U10 team who took part in an enjoyable blitz in park Tir Chonaill last Saturday. ​

Milford GAA Notes

*G4M&O Blitz in Cookstown*

Our G4M&O team are off to Cookstown on Saturday the 28th when they take part in the Mid Ulster Sports Arena annual fun day, starting at 11am.

The following week is the Ulster G4M&O Blitz in Randalstown. Training is on Monday evenings at 6.45 and always open to newcomers.

*Seniors*

The Seniors were defeated last Saturday by Burt at home by 2-8 to 0-17. Next up for the Seniors is a home clash against Aodh Ruadh on Friday 27th at 7.30pm.

*Minors*

CLG BnaG v St Eunans B

O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny, Wednesday @ 7.30. Bus leaving Milford at 6pm.

*U16s*

CLG BnaG v St Michaels

Moyle Park, Tuesday at 7pm.

*U14s*

CLG BnG 4-17 Gleann Fhinne 0-4

The U14s returned to action on Thursday evening with a comprehensive victory at home to Glenfin. The sides were meeting in the Semi-Final of the Shield competition and the home team signalled their intent from the offset scoring from the very first play of the game, a high ball into the square from Ryan Toye was met by Rory O’Donnell who made no mistake to o…pen the scoring. O’Donnell was on hand again to get Na Galloglaigh’s first goal, after good build up play from the Moyle men O’Donnell fired the ball past the Glenfin goalkeeper. Further points were added by James Moore, Niall Trarty and Ryan Toye as the home side dominated the first half. CLG BnaG got their second goal after a low powerful strike ended up nestled in the bottom corner. Glenfin did register a number of fine scores however they struggled to find their feet as they went in at half time trailing Milford 2-12 to 3 points. The home side continued in the second half where they left off in the first with more slick passing and excellent build up that allowed Jamie Lee Blaney, Darragh Greene and Peter Curran to increase their advantage and seal the win for the home side. Manager Harry O’Hara will now hope to see a repeat performance in the final where they will take on either Burt or Red Hugh’s with the venue yet to be decided. It was a spirited performance from Glenfin with Peter Curran, Fionn Robinson and Darragh Greene the stand out performers for Baile na nGalloglach. CLG Bng: Odhran Crossan, Luke Serrinha, Conor Coll, Fionn Robinson, Peter Curran (0-1), Kieran Sheridan, James Sweeney, Niall Treaty (0-4) Darragh Greene (2-3), Conor McHugh (1-1), Jamie-Lee Blaney (0-1), James Moore (0-2), Ryan Toye (0-4), Rory O’Donnell (1-2)

*Training Schedules*

Seniors/Reserves/U21s/Minors: Mon (8.30pm @ Crossfit LK), Tuesday & Thursday (7pm @ Pitch)

Senior Ladies: (@ Pitch): Wednesday (7pm), Saturday (10am)

Minors: (@ Pitch) Wednesday (4.30pm)

G4M&O: (@ Pitch): Mondays (8pm)

U16s: (@ Pitch): Mondays (6.30pm), Wednesdays (6.30pm)

U14s: (@ Pitch): Tuesday (4.15pm), Friday (4.15pm)

U12s: (@ Pitch) Thursdays (6pm)

U12s (Mixed): (@ Pitch) Thursdays (6pm)

Gaelic4Girls: (@ Pitch) Fridays (6pm)

U10s: (@ Pitch): Fridays (7pm)

U8s: (@ Pitch): Fridays (6pm)

*Underage Coaching*

Anyone interested in getting involved in the coaching of underage teams are asked to contact Shaun Paul Barrett on 086-6052169

*2014 Membership*

Club membership will be soon due for the 2014 year. Please be aware that Donegal tickets will only be sourced for paid up members of the Club. The rates remain unchanged from 2013:

Family – €50

Senior – €20

U18 – €10

Alternatively you can subscribe to the Club Lotto Database. For €17 a month you will receive:

- Full Family membership

- Entered into every weekly Lotto draw

- Automatically in a Christmas Hamper Draw (For subscribers only)

- 11 free weeks entry into the lotto

For more information contact Joe McNulty on 086-8547114

*Lotto*

This weeks lotto numbers were 1-13-16-21. No jackpot winner, 3 match 3 winners win €25 each. Seamus Durkan Snr, Milford, Jonathon Magee, Cratlagh, and P. O’Donnell . Next weeks Jackpot is €920.

*Lotto Database*

Lotto database players are reminded that end of year payments are now due. Anyone wishing to join the lotto database in 2014 can download the standing order form from the Club website or contact Joe McNulty. The benefits of joining the database are:

- Full family membership for 2014 included

- Entered into every draw evey week

- Automatically in Christmas hamper draw (One for database members only)

- 11 weeks free entry to lotto draw

*Lucozade Sports Club Crusade*

Thank you to all who helped with this years bottle cap collection, your support was much appreciated and we would ask that everyone continues to collect their bottle caps for next years collection.

*Child Protection & ASAP Policies*

CLG BnaG Child Protection and Welfare Policy & Procedures and CLG BnaG Alcohol and Substance Abuse (ASAP) prevention Policy information sessions have been held for all members of the club executive and all those involved with underage teams. There will be further information sessions for underage members and their parents/guardians following the next registration in 2014. Please visit the ‘downloads’ section of our website (Milford.Donegal.gaa.ie) and view the policy for yourself. If anyone has any queries or concerns or comments please contact the club Children’s Officer Marian McNulty at 086/8506405 or marian.mcnulty@lyit.ie

*Volunteers Needed for Sub-Committees*

CLG BnaG is currently in the process of creating Sub-Committees to help implement and achieve the targets of a 5 year plan. If you feel you can contribute to the running of the Club in any small way, either in time or in ideas, please contact MilfordDonegalGAA@gmail.com, 0863400082 or send a PM. The Sub-Committees are as follows:

Finance

Underage Games Development

Adult Games Development

Club Administration

Club Facilities

PR, Communication & Culture

*Lotto Sellers Required*

The Club is seeking lotto sellers in the Milford, Ramelton and Rathmullan areas. If you are interested contact Joe McNulty on 086-8547114

*Evolution Fitness*

All paid up club members will now be able to avail of a €10 discount on 3 month membership. Normal 3 month membership is €80 but will be available to members for €70. If interested contact Jack Duddy at Evolution Fitness beside the mart in Milford

*Contact Us*

For all information and queries contact MilfordDonegalGAA@Gmail.com, follow us on Twitter on @CLGBnaG, and on Facebook on www.facebook.com/clgbaile.nangalloglach or see our website www.milford.donegal.gaa.ie/

*Milford GAA Club Gear*

Club gear is now available to order. Anyone who has ordered club gear but yet received it are to contact either Aidan or Barry. The range of club gear includes Hoodies, Tracksuits tops, Windcheaters, hats, navy polo shirts, white polo shirts, and t-shirts. There is some lovely gear available at very reasonable prices and photos are available to view on the club Facebook page. Orders can be placed with Agnes Ryan on 086-8194751.

Rosses AC News

After an exciting day’s athletics in Letterkenny last Wednesday, Keadue National School emerged the winners in the 2 teacher section and Roshine National School, Maghery won the 3 teacher category in the Cumann na mBunscol Small Schools Athletics finals.

For Keadue, Ciaran Nicholas was in fine form winning the 6th class High Jump and Long Jump and bronze in the Ball Throw and Emma Maloney winning the Junior Ball Throw. Ulitah Boyle won two silver medals in the sprint and 200m. This was Keadue’s third year in a row to win the Cumann na mBunscol Athletics title and caps off a fine year for them as they also won the Cumann na mBunscol Roinn 6 Girls football title.

Roshine National Schools had many fine performances on the day. Melissa Mc Gee won the 5th class sprint and Long Jump, got silver in the High Jump and led her relay team to gold. Her sister Aoife also won her two races, bronze in the Long Jump and gold in the relays. Emily Croke threw a pb of 8.45m to win the Shot Putt and picked up a silver in the Ball Throw. Fynn Moulton surprised everyone with gold in the junior Long Jump with a fine effort of 3.85m. Ryan Brennan also picked up a medal in his sprint. Neil Noble won gold in the 5th class sprint. Other medal winners were Elanor O Donnell – sprint and Ball Throw, Jack Treacy – double sprint silver, Rachel Pissaro – sprint, Sarah Jane Hartnett – sprint, Philip Noble and Conor – Ball Throw.

Roshine capped off a fine day by winning both the Junior and Senior Relays. Roshine had already won the Best Small School award at the Rosses Primary Schools Sports.

These victories were a fitting send-off for principal teacher James Gillespie who retired this week. Rosses Athletic club would like to thank James for the interest and support he has shown for athletics in the school down through the years and wish him and Mary many happy years ahead.

Well done to Tara Geoghegan and Aoife Mc Gee who competed in the All Ireland Children’s Games in Tullamore last Saturday. Both girls competed in two events. A superb performance from Tara in the Long Jump who got out to 3.49m which was third best jump overall. Aoife jumped 2.79m and their aggregate score left them in 7th place. Aoife had a superb run in the 60m sprint in a time of 10.03 sec with Tara clocking 10.47 sec for 8th place overall.

Rosses AC will have two U-16 Girls teams competing in the National Relays Ch’s in Tullamore on Sat 5th July.

The following athletes will be competing in the National Track & Field Ch’s also in Tullamore:

Sunday 13th July: Fodhla Mc Fadden in U-16 High Jump at 10.00 am. Emily Croke in U-12 Shot Putt at 12 midday. Patrick Marry in U-12 Long Jump at 12 midday. Luke Mc Dermott in U-15 Javelin at 2 pm.

Saturday 26 July: Ailbhe O Donnell and Amy Hanna in U-16 Long Jump at 10 am. Patrick Marry in U-12 High Jump at 11 am. Joseph Sharkey in U-13 Shot Putt at 11 am. Leah Mc Garvey in U-12 Long Jump at 12 midday.

Well done to all the athletes who completed the Extreme North Half Marathon last weekend from Culdaff to Moville – Anne Rodgers, Fiona Mc Ginley, Valerie Mc Ginley, Patricia O Donnell, Denis Boner. A special well done to Fiona Mc Ginley – 1st lady finisher.

The Half and Full Donegal Marathons will take place on Sunday 24th August 2014. Every level of runner or walker is invited to participate. The 26.2 mile course will take in Letterkenny and the surrounding area. This promises to be an event which will both challenge and encourage all the participants. Discount rate available before end of June.

Juvenile training for the younger athletes in Carrickfinn is now finished for the summer.

Wednesday night training at the Industrial Estate will be put on hold for the summer months as many people are preparing for Gaelforce North, taking part in 5ks, etc and will commence again in late August.

Fit4Life is in Mulladearg on Mondays at 6pm and Wednesdays in Carrickfinn at 6pm. All levels catered for. Walkers and beginners welcome.

A senior Garda officer brought in to examine the Garda investigation of murdered Donegal man Seamus Doherty, later resigned from the probe because of a lack of co-operation by Donegal Gardai.

The late Seamus Doherty.

The high-ranking officer from Co Leitrim was appointed to carry out an internal investigation into the handling of the death of the well-known Churchill man.

Mr Doherty, 67, was found dead in the bathroom of his home on June 17th, 2012 after a violent struggle.

However the father-of-four’s death was not declared a murder until almost three days later.

Although people have been quizzed about his death, nobody has yet been charged with his murder.

Mr Doherty’s death was raised in the Dail this afternoon by Sinn Fein Justice spokesman Padraig MacLochlainn.

The Doherty family has continually expressed serious concerns about the Garda investigation into the death.

Now Deputy MacLochlainn has put down a Dail question on the matter.

Minister Frances Fitzgerald has said Gardai will co-operate with the GSOC investigation.

Deputy MacLochlainn says the Co Donegal family deserve answers and a proper investigation.

“The victim’s family are seeking justice for their late father, a murder victim, after all justice delayed is justice denied. This family have now waited over one year and 7 months for a GSOC investigation, with no end in sight”.

Deputy MacLochlainn’s question asks the Minister for Justice and Equality if she is aware of the lack of cooperation by the Management level of the Donegal division of An Garda Síochána with a Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (“GSOC”) investigation relating to the murder of Mr Doherty.

The victim’s family made complaints at a local level to An Garda Síochána and additionally lodged a complaint to GSOC on the 5th November 2012, regarding aspects of the case and their treatment by An Garda Síochána.

The GSOC investigation was initially investigated in accordance with Section 94(5) of the Garda Síochána Act, 2005, that is a supervised investigation.

However GSOC changed the investigation to an investigation in accordance with Section 95 of the Act.

Deputy MacLochalinn said “It must be highlighted, that the investigation was changed as a result of the lack of cooperation of the management of the Donegal division of An Garda Síochána, which was confirmed in writing to the victim’s family in July 2013.”

Despite the fact the complaint was made on the 5th November 2012, to date the GSOC investigation has not been completed nor has the murder investigation.

In the circumstances, there must be answers and accountability regarding why the management division of Donegal division of An Garda Síochána did not cooperate with the GSOC investigation, he adds.

That is, GSOC a statutory body, created as a result of the Morris Tribunal, which as we know emanated in Co. Donegal as aconsequence of allegations of corruption within An Garda Síochána.

It was stated that the victim’s family have made representations regarding the murder to the current Minister’s predecessor Minister Shatter and the former Garda Commissioner Callinan in 2012 and 2013.

Four Masters GAA Club Notes

Well done: Congrats to U16 team on winning their first game against Aodh Ruadh.

Schools blitz: a great schools blitz took place at Tir Conaill Park on Tuesday 24th June. The Gaelscoil, Killymard and St. Francis were in attendance and an entertaining round of games were held. Well done to organiser Pauric Harvey.

County Team: well done to the county team on their defeat of Antrim and on reaching yet another Ulster Final.

Under 10 boys: Our under 10 boys played their third blitz in as many weeks on Saturday when they hosted teams from Killybegs naomh Ultan and Naomh Mhuire.

After a slow start in their first game against Killybegs the A team rallied in the second half to earn a deserved draw.

They went on to win their other two contests. The B team won both their games also. Well done to all the boys who played on the day.

Thanks goes to the teams who travelled to the refs Greg Mc Groary Owen Doherty and Pauric Harvey and as always the ladies who made and served the refreshments.

The final of the Kevin Faulkner memorial takes place this Wednesday evening 25th at 6 pm.

Lotto: there was no winner of the jackpot this week.

The two lucky dip winners were Terence McGinley, Dunkineely and Ian McCauley, Driminin.

Both receive €50 each. Numbers drawn were 11, 12, 15 & 22. The next draw takes place on 14th July. Jackpot now stands at €2700.

End of year draw: 1st prize of €1000 went to Martin Kenny, Doonan. 2nd, €500, Jim Donagher, Ball Hill. 3rd, €500, Patricia Furey, Dublin. 4th, €250, Aaron McGettigan. 5th, €250, Mary Kelly, Donegal Post Office. 6th €100, Damien Timoney, Castle Street. 7th Martin Higgans, Leghawney €100. 8th Joe O’Grady, Drumglebe, €100. 9th, Lawrence McCarrow, The Glebe, €100. 10th, Hugh Devanney, Laghey, €100.

Dunfanaghy Golf Club

Dunfanaghy Golf Club Junior Golf Camp, in collaboration with Seamus Mc Monagle, resident PGA Professional, are running an 8 week camp starting from mid-July.

Camps suitable for children aged 5 years and above. €50 for eight classes. Dates to be confirmed closer to the time.

To enrol your child, please contact Dunfanaghy Golf Club where registration is now open.

EXCLUSIVE: A Co Donegal man has died after he stabbed three people in a violent spree in northern Germany and was then struck by a truck while fleeing across a motorway.

Enda McLaughlin at a recent court sitting in Letterkenny. Pic copyright Northwest Newspix.

Donegal Daily understands the man is Enda McLaughlin, a 27 year old from Carndonagh.

McLaughlin, from Glentogher, recently appeared at Letterkenny Circuit Court, when he was found not guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.

He had a string of previous convictions.

McLaughlin had been in jail in Co Cork in recent weeks but had then moved to mainland Euope.

One of his victims in the stabbing spree, a taxi driver aged in his 50s, is in a serious condition in hospital.

McLaughlin hailed a cab in Holland and asked to be driven over the border to Germany, where he stabbed the taxi driver in the city of Aachen.

Shortly afterwards, he stabbed another man, before hailing a taxi and asking to be taken to Cologne.

The taxi driver managed to get the man to leave his taxi, which he did on a lay-by, where he stabbed a Lithuanian truck driver before running onto the motorway, where he was hit by a truck and killed.

Gardaí have confirmed they are liaising with German authorities after the death of an Irish national in Cologne.

However we have been told by local sources that Gardai informed McLaughlin’s relatives of his death earlier today.

His mother was killed in a tragic fire at her home.

Gardai have confirmed they were notified of the man’s death yesterday by Interpol but have not named the man officially.

The Department of Foreign Affairs are also offering assistance to the man’s family.

The Richard Kerr Racing Supporters club are running a Night at the Races for the short circuit rider, Richard Kerr. Richard who is in his first full season of 125 racing in the National Irish short circuit championship,he is presently contesting the Irish Short circuit championships, and a few trips across to the UK during the summer season have been pencilled in.

Friday 4th July, is the night to be kept free for the popular Night at the Races, which will take place in the Millbridge Bar, Kilmacrennan, starting at 9.00pm. Richard, along with his sponsor, Bob Wylie, and his bikes will also be in attendance. There will be music, refreshments, along with a small auction and raffle, to help raise much needed funds to help Richard continue his progress in the short circuit scene. Everyone is welcome.

A beer in memory of an American Civil War hero who hailed from Milford is to be launched in the same Co Donegal town.

The Traveller’s Inn, Milford has launched the new house beer, which will be known as ‘Baxters 1867’.

Owner Michael McBride commissioned the craft beer in honour of the Baxter family, whose roots to the building go back to 1867.

Brewed by Kinnegar Brewing, ‘Baxters 1867’ is a crisp and refreshing pale ale.

The beer is based on an American pale ale style in recognition of Samuel Alexander Baxter, who fought with the North in the American Civil War.

Commenting on the launch, Michael McBride says the history of the Baxter family goes back a long way.

‘I’ve been interested in the history of the building for quite some time and have often heard references relating to the Baxter family like the phrase ‘there’s still a light in Baxter’s’. Or the warning that was issued to many a misbehaving student, who was told they would ‘only be good for holding up Baxter’s Corner’.

“I was intrigued by the family’s story, particularly when I discovered the connection to the American Civil War. I asked Rick LeVert from Kinnegar Brewing to create a craft beer inspired by the Baxter legacy and I’m delighted with the result.’

Rick LeVert, Kinnegar Brewing says they loved working with Michael on this project.

“Kinnegar Brewing is all about finely crafted, all natural farmhouse beers. Collaborations with like-minded, local businesses like Michael’s are a natural fit for us and a great way to experiment with new recipes and flavours. The added bonus is that customers get to experience more variety, enjoying craft beer at its best.’

The launch of ‘Baxters 1867’ is a summer event not to be missed.

‘Baxters 1867’ is exclusive to The Traveller’s Inn and will officially launch with a summer barbecue on Friday, 27th June at 7.00pm. All are welcome to come along, sample the beer and enjoy live music from The Brambles and DJ Paul McGlynn.

Donegal teenager Oisin Merritt has shown some positive signs as he battles to recover after a tragic fall.  

Oisin pictured with his girlfriend Josephine

On Sunday, Oisin’s family issued a statement through the Villa Rose Hotel, were Oisin works as a bartender.

In the statement they thanked everybody for all their prayers and support, but said Oisin wasn’t responding to the treatment.

They asked for everybody to remain positive and for everyone to keep praying for Oisin.

Oisin 19, from Stranorlar suffered serious head injuries after falling while holidaying with friends in Santa Ponsa a fortnight ago.

Oisin is a talented footballer and plays for the Finn Harps U19 and reserve sides.

However, the club has now posted the following message on their Facebook timeline earlier stating that Oisin had made some small improvements in his condition.

Finn Harps posted, “News from Spain is that Oisin’s pressure reading has reduced in recent days. Baby steps in what we pray will eventually lead to the path of recovery. Oisin’s family would be very grateful if everyone would continue to send their prayers and positive thoughts. Many Thanks #prayforoisin

Earagail Arts Festival has partnered with Belfast Film Festival to bring back the extremely popular Drive-In at Ards Forest Park.

Taking place over two nights, The Drive-In presents family adventure classic The Goonies on Thursday, 24th July.

The screening on Friday, 25th July is the horror film Evil Dead 2, which was decided by members of the public who voted for their preferred film on the Earagail Arts Festival Facebook page.

Gates open from 7.30pm each night, with the film starting at 10.00pm. €25 per car (max 5 people per car).

Paul Brown, Festival Director told Donegal Daily, ”It’s been three years since the last Drive-In at Ards Forest Park and such has been the demand for these great family events that we’re bringing back two nights of drive-in movies in the beautiful surroundings of Ards Forest Park.

“We’re grateful to Belfast Film Festival for partnering with us on this very special event.

Damien Connor of the Belfast Film Festival said, “It’s great to team up with EAF for the first time, we like what they do and are very pleased to be part of their festival.

“Like us, they love to show films to people in unusual and exciting locations, giving the audience a different cinematic experience.

Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

Patrons should note that FM radio is essential – if the car radio does not receive an FM frequency signal, drivers should bring a portable radio with them to be able to receive the film dialogue to their car.

Access only to car park via main park entrance from 7.30pm. (follow signs N56 to / from Letterkenny / Dunfanaghy).

No vans permitted and MPVs, 4x4s and Jeeps will be parked at the rear of the car park to ensure visibility of the screen from smaller vehicles.

Earagail Arts Festival asks that all patrons co-operate fully with stewards and staff and respect the ecology of the park by using bins and waste disposal provided.

For full details on the Earagail Arts programme visit www.eaf.ie Earagail Arts Festival is funded by The Arts Council of Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Donegal County Council.

There was great celebration and excitement at Scoil an Choimín, Glenfinn when singer song-writer and Voice of Ireland star, Paddy Molloy raised the second Green Flag at the school.

Pupils, teachers, staff, parents and friends came together at the school to celebrate this historic day and a wonderful carnival atmosphere was created.

Paddy Molloy, along with the youngest pupil, Dana Nic Giolla Chomhaill, and the eldest pupil, Ciara Nic Daibhéid raised the flag in front of a large attendance.

The theme of recycling and energy-saving was then greatly highlighted when both pupils and staff took part in a ‘recycled’ fashion show which was enjoyed immensely by everyone present.

The creativity of the pupils certainly came to the fore with their ‘fashion’ ideas which showed the use of many recycled items from newspaper to plastic.

The Parent’s Association once again provided everyone with refreshments and everyone returned home delighted with the day.

While it may almost be time to put the schoolbooks away for the long waited summer holidays, schoolboys in Inishowen who play Gaelic Football have one more big date to pencil in before that happens.

A unique challenge game between the schools in Inishowen and their counterparts in the Derry City area has been arranged as part of the 10 years celebration of coaching in the primary schools of Inishowen.

The game which should be a memorable occasion for these young boys has been set for Celtic Park in Derry on Wednesday evening 2nd July with a throw in time of 7.00 pm.

It is also hoped a girl’s game can be arranged at a later date.

As part of the 10 years celebrations, Inishowen Schools Coaches John Gibbons and Leo Gill with the help of a number of club coaches, held blitzes over 3 days for boys and girls attending schools in North and South Inishowen, who were all part of the Schools Coaching Scheme.

The North Inishowen blitzes, held in Carndonagh were a huge success and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who participated.

It was much the same story in Buncrana, for the schools in the South Inishowen area.

Both areas then selected a panel to take part in a finals blitz day, which was also in held in Foden in Carndonagh.

The coaches then sat down to select a panel of boys and girls who would represent Inishowen team if and when a representative game could be arranged.

Neil Forester, Games Development Officer with the Derry County Board was more than interested in helping to arrange a challenge game, as he and Paul Simpson were bringing to an end for the year, their school programme in the Derry City schools.

They will select a panel from schools in the Derry City Council area and play under the name of City Oaks, which is their equivalent of a GAA Academy before moving on to County Development squads.

A similar game did take place some years ago as between Inishhowen and a Derry Select as a curtain raiser to the U16 Buncrana Cup Final, with Inishowen winning comfortably on that occasion.

The Inishowen panel of thirty players is drawn from a total of nineteen schools and indications are, they should be able to give a good account of themselves, with those leaving primary school this week and going on to secondary school, hoping to make the step up to Colleges football with the Colaisti Inis Eoghain Corn na nOg team in September.

Everyone is encouraged to go along and show your support for the boys, especially parents, family members, schoolteachers and club members.

In order to prepare for the game, John Gibbons and Leo Gill have requested the following panel of players to attend a training session at The Scarvey in Buncrana on Wednesday evening at 5.40 pm to be on the pitch at 6.00 pm sharp, finishing at 7.15 pm.

JACK DOHERTY- CLOONTAGH (CAPTAIN)

GAVIN MCDAID- CLOONTAGH

NIALL GALLAGHER- ST.MARYS, MALIN HEAD

ANDREW CUNNINGHAM- DONAGH, CARNDONAGH

LIAM DOHERTY- SCOIL MHUIRE , GLENEELY

ORAN DOHERTY- SCOIL COLMCILLE-GLENGAD

MATTHEW MCLARKEY- SCOIL COLMCILLE, GLENGAD

EVAN MCCALLION- ST.MURAS-BUNCRANA

RONAN HOY- WHITECASTLE

ALAN CLARKE- WHITECASTLE

SHANE GRANT- WHITECASTLE

OISIN KELLY- ST. MURA’S TOOBAN

KEITH MCCOLGAN- ST. MURA’S TOOBAN

SHANE MCMONAGLE- ST MURA’S TOOOBAN

SHAUN DOHERTY- COCKHILL

JOSH CONLON- ST. BODENS ,CULDAFF

CONOR O DONNELL- ST AENGUS BRIDGEND

EOIN O DOHERTY- GAELSCOIL COIS FEABHAIL

DAVID MCGONIGLE- CLONMANY

OISIN DEVLIN- CLONMANY

SEAN MCCARRON- CLONMANY

NATHAN LOGUE- ST.BRIGIDS,GLENMAKEE.

ANTHONY DOHERTY- ST.BRIGIDS,GLENMAKEE

MARK MCLAUGHLIN – ST.BRIGIDS,GLENMAKEE

ADAM MCLAUGHLIN- ST.BRIGIDS,GLENMAKEE

SHAUN MCDONALD- SCOIL COLMCILLE,GREENCASTLE

RONAN KELLY- SCOIL NAOFA TREASA

SHAUN DOHERTY – ST.PATRICKS,CARNDONAGH

SEAN OG HARRIGAN- GAELSCOIL,BUNCRANA

DYLAN MCCALLION- MUFF

Team Photo- Back Row. Fergal Finn(Team Mentor), Sergi Mc Dermott, Eoghan Campbell, Shane O Donnell, Mark Mc Ginty, Daragh McBride, Ethan Doherty, Jordan Barr, Brendan Horgan, Iarlaith McGinley, Daragh Doherty, Cormac Finn, James Larkin, Gordon Randles (Team Mentor). Front Row-Marty Duffy, Mathew Noonan, Ronan Daly, Rory Doherty, Gavin Forde, Keenan Barrett, Eoghan Dowling, Oisin Randles, Paul O Donnell, Cian Harkin, Peter Magee, Russell Forde, Aoibhin Randles (Maor Uisce)

O’Donnell Park Letterkenny was selected as a regional host venue for 8 of the participating teams in the Group stage matches of the under-14 All-Ireland Feile na nGael hurling festival 2014 which took place at Ulster venues over the recent mid-summer weekend.

Over 168 hurling teams from clubs throughout Ireland including entries from clubs overseas participated in an event that is recognised as one of the great spectacles of the GAA summer calendar.

The St. Eunan’s hurling Féile organising committee with its attention to detail excelled both on and off the field to ensure a superb experience for the 8 participating teams and their supporters at the regional qualifying stage matches for both the Cup and Shield competitions at the sun-splashed Letterkenny venue.

Participating teams at the Letterkenny venue included Donegal representatives St. Eunan’s and Buncrana, Clough Ballacolla , Laois; Tommy Larkin’s, Galway; Derry representatives, Na Magha and Banagher; St.Earnan’s, Westmeath and Dublin club Castleknock.

Blessed with ideal weather conditions the event was a resounding success with the spirit of Féile fun and participation in evidence throughout at the O’Donnell Park event played over Friday evening and all day Saturday.

A positive buzz and a genuine grassroots community spirit was present throughout the excellently organised event.

The quality of the on-field hurling skills from all the participating teams was matched in equal measure with the quality of the off-field catering arrangements where the St. Eunan’s hurling Feile organising committee left no stone unturned in providing a variety of foods and refreshments for the visiting teams and supporters.

Great credit and thanks is due to the generous Letterkenny businesses who sponsored the variety of foods on offer which was augmented by the contributions from the host club’s families and friends.

The St. Eunan’s club volunteers who served up the foods from the tented stalls deserve rich accolades; being in attendance on the Friday evening and all-day Saturday.

The previous Sunday morning’s cake sale and coffee morning fundraiser set the buzz and tone which was to characterise the host club’s first-class event.

Thanks is also due to the families who hosted the hurlers from Laois club Clough Ballacolla.

The excellent playing surfaces of the O Donnell Park and adjoining training grounds provided a firm sod for the high-octane displays of hurling skills and competitive spirit from these whole-hearted under-14 grade players.

Superb goals and points of the short and long range variety were on a display and none better than the score of the day from St.Eunan’s player Shane O Donnell in a match versus Inishowen’s Buncrana.

Shane won possession some fifty metres from the opposing goal and balancing the sliothar on his hurl, sprinted some 30 metres before unleashing a wonder strike to the roof of the net.

Buncrana ran out very narrow winners in this superb group game with due credit to both sides for a titanic encounter.

Abundant hurling skills, teamwork and sportsmanship was in evidence from all 8 teams and following the quarter- final stages the qualifying teams who went forward to the finals hosted in Armagh and Owenbeg Derry were as follows: Shield: Clough Ballacolla, Laois and Westmeath’s, St.Earnan’s. Cup qualifiers were Na Magha, Derry and Castleknock, Dublin .

Following the Letterkenny stage; the St. Eunan’s Hurling Féile Committee, hosted an evening of entertainment and a meal for their visiting club Clough Ballacolla, Laois at the Arena 7 complex.

Players and supporters from both teams enjoyed a sociable gathering where the two club managements expressed their thanks for the manner in which, the event was organised.

Team mentors Fergal Finn and Gordon Randles expressed their pride in both the performances of the players and the level of support from their families in hosting a very enjoyable and successful hurling event.

Pauric Daly, St. Eunan’s Minor Board chairman commended the teamwork from everyone involved in ensuring a very successful Féile na nÓg 2014 hurling weekend in O’Donnell Park.

He thanked the local businesses, families and friends of the club who supported the catering provided for the visiting teams and their supporters.

It was a win-win event for participants and spectators and in particular for our young hurlers and their management team whose skills and commitment were clearly evident throughout the weekend.

A big thank-you to the Local Letterkenny Companies who supported the Féile 2014 at the O’Donnell Park venue with Food and Facilities.

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Sponsors and for the event were: Letterkenny Credit Union; Joe’s Butchers; Aldi Letterkenny; Charlie’s Café; Donegal Printing; Four Lanterns; Stateside American Diner; Tesco; Mc Donald’s; Happy Days; Letterkenny Shopping Centre; Value Centre; Dunnes Stores; Spar Glencar; Hillbillies; Gormleys Centra; Macs Mace; Pat’s Pizza; Quiet Moment; Bread/Butter; Sandwich Company; Martin Anderson Catering Company; L.Y.F.S.