A young Donegal woman who passed away in New York is to be laid to rest in her native county.

31-year-old Jenna Shovlin, originally of The Rock, Clogher West, Portnoo, passed away in Manhattan just over a week ago after what is understood to have been a brief illness.

Her death rocked the small tight-knit community in the west of the county.

Jenna was working with Warner Brothers, and was in constant contact with her beloved home despite being an ocean away.

Meanwhile, the Ardara GAA Club described news of Jenna’s sudden death as “devastating”.

“The news of her passing has left a black cloud over our Parish once more,” the club said.

Her funeral will now take place on Friday the 21st of March, at St Conal’s Church, Kilclooney.

Jenna’s funeral arrangements are below:

The sudden death has occurred of Jenna Shovlin, The Rock, Clogher West, Portnoo, Co.Donegal in Manhattan, New York.

Jenna will be sadly missed by her heartbroken parents, Frankie and Kathleen, Brothers Christopher (Tanya), Keith (Hannah), nieces Lilly and Jodie, Aunts, Uncles, cousins, extended family, friends and neighbours.

Jenna’s remains will repose at the family home F94 N6C2 from Tuesday the 18th from 12 noon straight through untill removal on Friday 21st to St.Conals Chrurch, Kilclooney for funeral mass at 12 noon.

Interment afterwards in the ajoining cemetery.

Rosary nightly at 9pm.

Family flowers only, donations if desired to Kevin Bell repatriation fund and The Charlie Bennett Fund care of any family member or McCabe funeral directors.

A shuttle bus service will be in operation, from the Dolmen Centre Kilclooney, for the traffic from Ardara direction and Narin Beach car park for the traffic from Glenties direction to the wake house from 5pm daily.

The funeral mass will be streamed live on the McCabes funeral directors Facebook page.

May her gentle soul rest in peace.

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A man aged in his 50s was killed in a motorcycle crash yesterday evening.

The single-vehicle accident took place on a small local road in County Wexford.

Gardaí were called to the scene at Poulpeasty near Taghmon at around 6:50pm.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

His body was taken to University Hospital Waterford where a post-mortem examination will take place.

Gardaí have appealled for witnesses to come forward.

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Mark English has been ruled out of competing in the World Indoor Athletics Championships.

The 31-year-old Finn Valley AC man won’t have the chance to add to his brilliant 800m European Indoor Championships Bronze medal he earned last week in the Netherlands.

Five-time European medallist English made the announcement via Instagram this morning.

“Unfortunately, I will not be competing at the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China,” English said.

“I’m dealing with an illness that I picked up since the European Indoors in Apeldoorn.”

“Massively disappointing for me personally, but I want to wish the team and my Fast 8 Track Club teammates travelling the very best of luck.”

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There is deep sadness in west Donegal after the passing of well-liked Micheal Roarty.

He was known by many as a fixture at McCafferty’s Bar and Restaurant in Dungloe for more than half a decade.

Following the news of his passing, McCafferty’s Dungloe announced that they would be closed until after Micheal’s funeral, as a mark of respect.

On social media earlier today, McCafferty’s paid tribute to the “heart and soul” of their business.

“It is with a heavy heart that we learnt yesterday of the sad passing of our dear colleague & friend, Micheal Roarty,” McCafferty’s said.

“We are totally devastated and heartbroken at the loss of Micheal. He was the heart & soul of McCafferty’s Dungloe over the past 6 years.”

“Micheal had only returned to us in February last, having spent the last two years working in our sister venue, McCafferty’s JVC in Dubai.”

“Micheal always had a warm welcome for everyone as soon as they came through the door. He really was brilliant at what he did and had a great way about him . He was full of fun and craic and we will miss him sorely.”

“We offer our sincerest condolences to his mother, Sheila, his sister, Kathleen & brother, Charlie. His nieces & nephew’s, neighbours & friends at this most difficult time.”

“Micheal, you simply were The Best! Ar dheis De go raibh a anam”

“We will remain closed until after Micheal’s funeral, as a mark of respect.”

“We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and if you have a booking with us, please call our sister venue, McCafferty’s Leitir, on 074 954 4105”

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The Central Hotel is offering a special sensory-friendly viewing area for tomorrow’s St Patrick’s Day parade in Donegal Town.

The viewing area will be on the hotel’s balcony for any children who have sensory issues, and may require a viewing area removed from the hustle and bustle.

In announcing the initiative, the hotel said that the area will be sectioned off so that any sensory-affected children can enjoy the parade from a calmer environment.

Anyone who is interested in booking a space in the area can call the hotel’s reception to reserve their place, with spaces limited.

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Pope Francis has acknowledged that he is “fragile”, in a message issued through the Vatican today.

Today marked the fifth Sunday in a row that the Pope had not delivered his traditional Sunday Angelus prayer in person, but instead via a message published by the Vatican.

It’s as the 88-year-old Pontiff continues to battle lung issues, despite some positive improvements being noted in recent days.

“I am sharing these thoughts with you while I am facing a period of trial, and I join with so many brothers and sisters who are sick: fragile, at this time, like me,” Pope Francis wrote as part of his personal message this Sunday.

“Our bodies are weak but, even like this, nothing can prevent us from loving, praying, giving ourselves, being for each other, in faith, shining signs of hope,” the Pontiff said.

The Pope also issued his thanks to all of the hospital staff that have aided in his care, and the many well wishes he has received during his prolonged hospital stay.

He is expected to remain in hospital for a period, with the Vatican issuing an update yesterday stating that the aging pontiff requires “… hospital medical therapy, motor and respiratory physiotherapy,” which have resulted in his condition “showing further, gradual improvements.”

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A group of phenomenal Donegal climbers have punched well above their weight on a charity climb to the Base Camp of Mount Everest – including professional boxer Jason Quigley.

Plans for the Errigal to Everest charity hike began a year ago, with the aim of raising vital funds for the Bluestack Special Needs Foundation.

Eight days and dozens of kilometers later, the thirteen Donegal men and women have reached their goal at the Base Camp of Mount Everest, raising €40,200 in the process.

At an altitude of 5,364 metres, Everest’s Base Camp sits 4,613 metres above Mount Errigal – bringing at least some of this group well out of their element!

One of the group included professional boxer Jason Quigley, with the Ballybofey man far from his comforts in the Twin Towns and the boxing ring.

He posted his reaction on social media after the group reached their target this afternoon.

“After 8 days of trekking, we finally reached Everest Base Camp!,” Quigley said.

“The journey has been tough, relentless, and absolutely unforgettable – but standing here, surrounded by the giants of the Himalayas, makes it all worth it. No words can describe the feeling!”

“Most importantly, this challenge was all for an incredible cause – The Bluestack Foundation.”

The Errigal to Everest fundraisers after reaching Everest Base Camp earlier today, in aid of the Bluestack Foundation.

“To celebrate this moment, let’s keep the support going! If you haven’t already, please consider donating – every bit helps make a difference.”

“A massive thanks to everyone who has supported so far—it’s been felt with every step. Time to soak it all in!”

The group was led by experienced Everest trekker Jono Griffin, from Wild and Free Adventure in Donegal Town.

This journey marked the eighth time that Jono has led a fundraising journey to Everest Base Camp.

The group of amazing trekkers also included Ciaran McHugh, Kris Alison, Matthew Alison, Shauna Chambers, Anna Good, Paul Good, Karen Walden, Mark Hartigan, Jason Connor, Andrea Dillon and Linda Adams.

The Errigal to Everest fundraising page is still accepting donations – you can donate to it here.

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Some of Donegal’s best young golf stars took to the links at Dunfanaghy Golf Club this week for the annual Paul McGinley Cup and Paul McGinley Plate competitions.

Ultan McGroarty lifted the Paul McGinley Cup, with Ryan Quinn coming second in a tight contest.

Meanwhile it was Dannt McColgan who took the Paul McGinley Plate, beating out second placed Jack Robinson.

There were over 50 participants across both matchplay competitions in a big weekend for junior golf in the county.

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Appeals are being made to find the owner of a stray dog in the Buncrana area.

Gardaí say that the “gorgeous dog” was handed into Buncrana Garda Station by a member of the public.

They have put out an appeal searching for the owners of the beautiful pupper to come forward and claim ownership.

The owner has been asked to contact Buncrana Garda Station on 074 93 20 540, with proof of ownership required.

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Donegal 0-19 v 0-25 Tyrone

Tyrone, for now at least, gave their survival hopes a real boost with a derby win over Donegal.

In front of 8,410 in Letterkenny, Malachy O’Rourke’s side had too much in the tank for a much-changed Donegal on a day when the visitors’ need was greater.

With Michael Murphy back in from the start for the first time since 2022, Donegal – despite being shorn several of their regular performers – stayed in striking distance for long spells here, but Tyrone had six to spare at the conclusion.

Donegal manager Jim McGuinness during Sunday’s game. Photo Evan Logan

Eleven minutes from the end, Murphy, having taken receipt of Domhnall Mac Giolla Bhríde’s probing ball forward, provided an assist for sub Eoin McHugh, but the Kilcar man rattled the crossbar.

With their own goal frame shaking, Tyrone stirred and Darren McCurry bent over a point that eased any nerves – and keeps their chances of staying in Division 1 alive into the final day next weekend when Dublin go to Omagh.

The full-house signs went up for the 2,500-seater Dr James McDaid stand around 90 minutes before the throw-in in Letterkenny.

Tyrone, desperately in need of a win to hold off the cold fingers of relegation, began well with Darragh Canavan and goalkeeper Niall Morgan – who was named as the Man of the Match – popping over points inside of four minutes.

Jim McGuinness, who said a fortnight ago that he would “do what’s right for our players” in terms of his selection, made 11 changes with Michael Murphy – after two influential showings off the bench against Armagh and Derry – handed a first start in some 33 months.

Donegal’s Niall O’Donnell looks for options during Sunday’s game. Photo Evan Logan

With their own Division 1 position for 2026 already safe, Donegal made wholesale switches with only Mark Curran, Hugh McFadden, Jamie Brennan, and Niall O’Donnell remaining in the XV from the side that began their win over Derry a fortnight earlier.

The teams were level four times in the opening 25 minutes, but Tyrone outscored Donegal by five points to one in the last 10 minutes of the first half.

Murphy and Brennan each clipped three points in part one. Indeed, Brennan might have had a goal in the 14th minute but the Bundoran man, after slaloming into position following a determined solo run, riffled just over Morgan’s crossbar.

When Ciaran Daly and Mark Bradley – coaxed back to the Tyrone squad over the winter by O’Rourke – scored two in a minute Tyrone were 0-9 to 0-6 in front with eight minutes until the break.

While Brennan narrowed the margins a little, Tyrone finished the half strongly. Bradley converted a free and Kieran McGeary drilled over a fine score two put them in front by four, 0-11 to 0-7.

Donegal’s Jamie Brennan sets up a first half attack during Sunday’s game. Photo Evan Logan

After Charles McGuinness – among those in the home side in for their first starts of the year – was denied by Morgan, who beat away the Naomh Conaill man’s effort, the ball stayed alive. The hooter had sounded, but there was still time for Daly to find his range again for a 0-12 to 0-7 advantage at the short whistle. McGuinness had been fed by the involved Mac Giolla Bhríde, but Morgan saved and Tyrone recycled to add the final score of the first half.

The Red Hands were denied at the death last time out against Galway when Shane Walsh landed a last-gasp two-point free to rescue a point for the Tribesmen.

Memories will have been fresh, too, of Donegal roaring back to chew up an eight-point deficit on their way to beating Derry in Ballyshannon.

Morgan boomed over a delightful two-pointer from a 50-metre free in the 40th minute to put Tyrone ahead by double scores, 0-16 to 0-8, in the 40th minute.

With Peter Harte, Michael McKernan and Brian Kennedy on target, Tyrone were going through the gears nicely.

Donegal’s Hugh McFadden on the attack during Sunday’s game. Photo Evan Logan

Their dominance was punctured by a beautiful Donegal score. Niall O’Donnell, the St Eunan’s man on familiar turf, spread the ball across field for Caolan McColgan to slot over a two-pointer.

Donegal might have been minus some regulars, but they stormed right back into it.

Naomh Conaill trio Kevin McGettigan, Finnbarr Roarty and an Odhrán Doherty two-pointer reduced the arrears to four points with 20 minutes to go.

Another two-point free by Morgan, expertly executed from the left-hand side, put a little more distance between them again

Two-time All-Star goalkeeper Morgan showed his worth out the field with a majestic catch in the 58th minute that helped tee up Seanie O’Donnell for a score that put Tyrone seven up, 0-24 to 0-17.

Ciaran Moore and McHugh got on the scoresheet while Jonny Carlin and Keelan McGroddy came off the bench in the closing stages for their Donegal senior debuts.

Scorers for Donegal: Michael Murphy 0-4 (0-2f), Jamie Brennan 0-4, Odhran Doherty (1 2pt), Caolan McColgan (1 2pt), Ciaran Moore 0-2 each Hugh McFadden, Kevin McGettigan, Finnbarr Roarty, Mark Curran, Eoin McHugh 0-1 each

Scorers for Tyrone: Niall Morgan 0-5 (2 2ptf), Mark Bradley 0-4 (0-2f) , Darragh Canavan 0-4 (0-2f), Mattie Donnelly 0-3, Ciaran Daly 0-2, Kieran McGeary, Peter Teague, Peter Harte, Michael McKernan, Brian Kennedy, Seanie O’Donnell, Darren McCurry 0-1 each.

Donegal: Gavin Mulreany; Mark Curran, Kevin McGettigan, Peadar Mogan; Odhran McFadden Ferry, Finnbarr Roarty, Caolan McColgan; Hugh McFadden, Domhnall Mac Giolla Bhríde; Jamie Brennan, Jeaic Mac Ceallabhuí, Odhran Doherty; Charles McGuinness, Michael Murphy, Niall O’Donnell.

Subs: Eoin McHugh for Mac Ceallabhui (half-time), Ciaran Moore for McColgan (48), Keelan McGroddy for McGuinness (48), Luke McGlynn for Doherty (54), Jonny Carlin for Murphy (63).

Tyrone: Niall Morgan; Aidan Clarke, Peter Teague, Niall Devlin; Michael McKernan, Rory Brennan, Joe Oguz; Brian Kennedy, Conn Kilpatrick; Mattie Donnelly, Kieran McGeary, Ciaran Daly; Peter Harte, Mark Bradley, Darragh Canavan. Subs: Seanie O’Donnell for Oguz (48), Cormac Quinn for McGeary (51), Ruairi Canavan for Harte (51), Darren McCurry for Bradley (57), Shea O’Hare for McKernan (67).

Referee: Paul Faloon (Down).

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Here are all of the results and reports from this week’s Donegal League fixtures.

Friday 14th March 2025
Old Orchard Saturday Division Two
Drumoghill F.C. Reserves 2 v 9 Letterkenny Rovers Reserves
(No Report Submitted)

Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division
Fanad United 2 v 1 Swilly Rovers
Fanad United welcomed old rivals Swilly Rovers to Traigh-a-Loch on Friday night and recorded a 2-1 victory. If it wasn’t for an inspired performance from Swilly keeper Barry Gallagher they could have won by a greater margin. Played in ideal conditions it was Fanad who opened the scoring after 5 minutes. A through ball from Oisin Langan found Eddie O’Reilly in the box and he rounded the keeper to score. The lead lasted 10 minutes as Swilly got an equaliser. A ball down the middle found Ian Ward who showed good composure to go past the Fanad defence and score. Two minutes later a Liam Mc Grenaghan free kick was flicked on to Eddie O’Reilly who’s shot looked goal bound only for Swilly keeper Barry Gallagher to produce a superb save. On the half hour mark, Liam Mc Grenaghan let fly from distance but his shot was deflected just over the bar. Fanad continued to push and in the 35th minute a Keelin Mc Elwaine cross found Eddie O’Reilly 6 yards out but his header produced another fine save from Barry Gallagher. A few minutes later Eoin Logue was unlucky to see his shot from the edge of the box skim the top of the bar. With 5 minutes gone in the second half, Fanad scored what turned out to be the winning goal. A Liam Mc Grenaghan cross to the back post was headed back by Paddy Carr to Eddie O’Reilly who fired home from 6 yards. The Fanad pressure continued and in the 65th minute a Daibhid Lynch cross found Eddie O’Reilly who was denied by a superb point blank save from Barry Gallagher. Swilly kept going and created a few half chances but none of them worried Fanad keeper Darran Nash. The last chance of the game fell to Paddy Carr but his well hit shot from 12 yards was palmed away yet again by Barry Gallagher. Referee: Alister Gourley

Saturday 15th March 2025
Glencar Inn Saturday Division One
Keadue Rovers Reserves 2 v 0 St. Catherines Reserves
Keadue’s development team had their first win in several months with this hard-fought win over St. Catherine’s in ideal conditions at Central Park. Keadue made the brighter start with a cross in the fourth minute being met by Martin Ferry, whose header hit off the post. Keadue had another chance on eight minutes when Chris Greene’s header went wide. On ten minutes St. Catherine’s Josh Cunningham had an effort easily saved by the Keadue keeper. The same player had another effort for the visitors on fourteen minutes but blazed over. Chris Greene was showing well for Keadue up front in the opening minutes and should’ve given Keadue the lead on twenty minutes when through but struck it straight at the keeper. St. Catherine’s came more into the game by the half hour mark. The second half started at a good pace, both sides eager to get the win. The visitor’s first opening was called offside, while for Keadue, Michael Greene was proving a good outlet on the left wing. Greene shot over on sixty minutes and for all the Keadue possession, St. Catherine’s were defending well and hitting with pace on the break through Josh Cunningham. They had the first really-good chance of the second half when, from a corner, the ball struck the post. As the half went on it looked like a goalless outcome but one goal was likely to decide it and as the game went into its final fifteen minutes it was Keadue who got the opener. From an Odhran Gallagher free kick, which was well placed at the far post, Martin Ferry stole in to head in. St. Catherine’s were still proving dangerous up front and the Keadue rearguard had to be alert to nip out any attacking forays. Keadue did break away well for the 2nd goal near the end to settle the tie. David Mac Shane made a fine run up the right-hand side and delivered a ball to Oran Fallon who took on the defender and rattled it home to the roof of the net three minutes from the end to give Keadue some much needed points in their battle for survival. Overall, the game was even enough and looked like a point apiece before Keadue’s late strikes gave them the 3 points. Best for St. Catherine’s were Josh Cunningham, Jack Elliott and Niall Boyle while best for Keadue were Martin Ferry, Odhran Boyle and Michael Greene. Referee: George Clinton.

Oldtown Celtic 3 v 0 Arranmore United
(No Report, Match Postponed)

Old Orchard Saturday Division Two

Gweedore Celtic Reserves 2 v 1 Kilmacrennan Celtic Reserves
Gweedore Celtic snatched all the points in this closely fought encounter with a goal in the eighty fifth minute. Very little separated the teams even though Na Ceiltigh hit the front as early as the tenth minute when Caolan Laux’s corner was headed to the net by Alan Doherty. Kilmacrennan did have their own chances to level matters before half time. Fegan and Mc Daid had good efforts saved by Joe Mc Gee whilst Darragh Mc Gee had a chance to extend the home team’s lead but Kilmacrennan goalkeeper Mallon saved to keep his team in the game. The second half saw Gweedore having two chances for Darragh Mc Gee and Joey Gillespie but they both failed to score. Kilmacrennan equalised from a Terence Shiels free kick and with twenty minutes remaining it was anyone’s game. With a draw looking imminent, Darragh Mc Gee struck for the winner, scoring from close range after good work from substitute Noa Freel. Browne and Shiels were best for Kilmacrennan, brothers Darragh and Micheal Mc Gee for Na Ceiltigh. Referee: Seimi Ferry

Finn Travel Saturday Division Three
Bonagee United Reserves 3 v 2 Ballybofey United Reserves
(No Report Submitted)

Drumkeen United Reserves 3 v 3 Gweedore United Reserves
Gweedore United were the visitors to St Patrick’s Park on Saturday afternoon for the latest game in the Saturday League Finn Travel Division Three. Drumkeen dominated the early stages of the game but found themselves a goal behind as Oran Ferry put the visitors ahead just before the half hour mark. There were to be no more goals in the first half. Drumkeen went to the dressing rooms a goal behind at the break but they had a few goal chances and felt they should have been ahead. Drumkeen started the second half well and got back on level terms on the hour mark as Eoghan Kennedy set up Sean Collum for the equaliser. Gweedore however had not gone away and James Morahan had them back in front about 5 minutes later. The game was getting lively now as Emmet O’Boyle’s cross from the left wing was well finished by Sean Collum to get Drumkeen back on level terms. Drumkeen then got in front for the first time as Ryan James set up Lee Guthrie for his weekly goal. With about twenty minutes still to go Drumkeen now seemed to be in control of the game but Gweedore kept battling away and with ten minutes left got back on level terms. The visitors were awarded a penalty which was well dispatched by Francis Gallagher to leave things all-square again. That was the way it stayed for the remaining 13 minutes and both teams had to be content with a shared of the spoils. This was and entertaining enough game played in a good sporting manner at a cold but dry St Patrick’s. Referee: Rory O’Gorman.

Milford United Reserves 1 v 2 Lagan Harps Reserves
Lagan went away from Milford victorious with a 2-1 win. Lagan took the lead in the 17th minute, a through ball from Jack Duncan fed Drew Dodds. They made it 2-0 just before half time. Lagan could have had a few more goals in the first half only to be denied on multiple occasions by the woodwork. Milford had no answer for Lagan in the first half but found another gear in the second half. Declan Jordan saved Milford on a few occasions with excellent saves. Shay Gibbons finished well to get a consolation goal late in the second half. Best for Milford on the day were Shay Gibbons and Declan Jordan.

Donegal Physiotherapy and Performance Centre Division Two
Raphoe Town 3 v 4 Deele Harps
Scoring started early when Deele broke through the Raphoe defence after just 3 minutes to take an early lead with Conor Catterson making it 0-1. Raphoe settled after that and grew into the game and got rewarded when a Joel Cullen pass down the wing sent Oran Kelly through on goal but selfishly he squared the ball to Bobby O’Loughlin for a tap in, 1-1.
Deele responded quickly when Jordan Duffy beat the defence to slot past the advancing goalkeeper Stephen Conaghan, 1-2. With Duffy causing the defence lots of problems he squared the ball for Shane Mc Croary to finish from close range, 1-3 after 30 minutes. Raphoe steadied the ship again and just before half-time a quick one-two between Oisin Kelly and Bobby O’Loughlin allowed Kelly to shoot past the keeper to make it 2-3 at the break. Raphoe came out all guns blazing in the second half and when Max Mc Bride’s long clearance found Oisin Kelly he rounded the keeper and scored his second of the day it was game on at 3-3. The game was on a knife edge and the momentum was with Raphoe, creating chance after chance, but Deele’s experience weathered the storm and 10 minutes from the end Declan Lafferty’s shot from inside the box made it 3-4. Raphoe’s young guns kept it going right to end and could not get the equaliser they deserved but it was a good performance to finish off the season.

Sunday 9th March 2025
Brian Mc Cormick Sports Premier Division
Kilmacrennan Celtic 1 v 6 Letterkenny Rovers
Letterkenny ran out comfortable winners at community centre against under strength Kilmacrennan side. They took lead on 40 minutes when Nathan Plumb rose highest to head home from a BJ Banda cross. Lee Mc Monagle found top corner on 60 minutes from inside the box after a defensive error. Caolan Curran got Kilmacrennan’s goal on 62 minutes when he calmly finished after Matty Mc Laughlin’s shot was parried out by the Letterkenny keeper. On 70 minutes Banda got on the scoresheet when he calmly rounded the keeper and slotted home. Lee Mc Monagle missed a penalty on 75 minutes as the Kilmacrennan keeper saved well. Banda got his 2nd on 78 minutes and Nathan Plumb finished well on 85 minutes when he was left unmarked inside 6-yard box. Banda completed his hat-trick on 88 minutes. Best for Rovers were BJ Banda and Chris Malseed. Caolan Curran was Kilmacrennan’s best player. Referee: Michael Connolly

Temple Domestic Appliances Division One
Castlefin Celtic 4 v 0 Cranford United
Castlefin cruised to a comfortable victory over Cranford. The home side took the lead through Jude Patton after a Daithi Gordon cross. The second half continued in the same fashion. Patton completed his hat-trick and Dean Kelly finished off the scoring.

Lifford Celtic 1 v 3 Gweedore United
Lifford took on Gweedore United at the Greenbrae. Gweedore opened the scoring 3 minutes in with Lifford pulling back an equaliser 18 minutes later through Aaron Porter. Half time seen the sides remain level. Both teams battled hard in the 2nd half but Gweedore took their opportunity in the 77th minute to go 2-1 up and increased their lead in the 85th minute.

Donegal Physiotherapy and Performance Centre Division Two
Drumkeen United 0 v 1 Drumoghill F.C.
Drumoghill were the visitors to St Patrick’s Park on Sunday afternoon for this Donegal Physiotherapy Division Two match. The home team’s season has fizzled out in recent weeks but Drumoghill still had something to play for as they arrived in Drumkeen looking for a win to keep alive their hopes of securing third place in the Division and the play-off spot.
The first half was uneventful with neither Goalkeeper unduly troubled. Freddie did have a chance for Drumkeen while at the other end Drumoghill may feel that they should have been awarded a penalty. Drumoghill started the second half on the attack and soon got themselves a corner. Richie Moore’s corner was headed home at the far post by Karol Mc Ginley to give Drumoghill the lead. No doubt Richie will be claiming an assist for that one against his old Club. Apart from the goal there was very little between these teams throughout the game with very little created by either side in terms of clear cut chances. Drumkeen were defending well with Mickey Black and the rest of the defence keeping Drumoghill at bay but they couldn’t seem to get their attacking game going and never really created any good chances for Freddie up front. In the last 20 minutes Drumkeen did go a bit more direct as Goalkeeper Luke Russell tried a few long balls which did put Drumoghill under a bit of pressure. The long ball pressure did result in a few corners and a few goal mouth situations but sadly for the home team they couldn’t manage an equaliser. Drumoghill hung on for the win and the 3 points they needed. Both teams tried hard throughout and the game was played on a Good Competitive sporting manner. Referee: Seamus Ferry.

Letterbarrow Celtic 1 v 0 Convoy Arsenal
(No Report Submitted)

Ulster Junior Shield
Carndonagh F.C. 0 v 2 Kildrum Tigers Reserves
(No Report Available)

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Donegal supporters were out in force at the O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny to see their side for the last time at home this Allianz National League season.

A capacity crowd of 12,000 packed the park as Donegal lost out to provincial rivals Tyrone, with Donegal boss Jim McGuinness bringing a raft of changes to his starting lineup as Donegal’s Division 1 status for next year had already been secured.

You can read the full match report here.

A big thanks to Evan Logan for these snaps of Donegal supporters enjoying today’s game in spite of the end result.

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

Donegal supporters at today’s game in O’Donnell Park

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It wasn’t to be for Danny O’Carroll as Rhys McClenaghan was crowned the winner of the 2025 edition of Dancing With The Stars.

The Dubliner, who lives in Donegal, poured his heart out in a jam-packed Final.

Danny and his partner, professional dancer Salome Chachua, scored 37 in their show dance with an energetic performance.

We also got a look behind the scenes as Danny once again had the support of his family behind him all the way.

During rehearsals, while struggling with back pain, Danny got a boost from a surprise visit from his eldest son Jamie.

 

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It was yet another emotional family moment for Danny after his dad Brendan jetted home from Florida to surprise him for the semi-final last week.

However in the end it was Olympic Gold medallist Rhys McClenaghan and dance partner Laura Nolan who lifted the glitterball trophy, receiving a perfect score of 40 on his final showdance and receiving a standing ovation from the audience and judges after his performance.

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Patrick McBrearty is in a race against the clock to be fit for Donegal’s Ulster SFC clash with Derry.

The Kilcar man sat out Sunday’s 0-25 to 0-19 defeat by Tyrone in Letterkenny – and Jim McGuinness admits that time isn’t on his side with Derry due in Ballybofey on April 6.

McBrearty has missed Donegal’s last three games having suffered a dead leg and what has been described by his manager as a “soft tissue injury”.

The 31-year-old forward will have the injury reassessed by medics in Dublin this week.

“We’ll see how that goes,” McGuinness said, admitting that the player is “probably in a race for the Derry game”.

He said: “We will try to get him ready, but if there is a risk we won’t. We have to be careful and get that part of it right.”

McGuinness has reported that Michael Langan is “very, very close” while Brendan McCole is also recovering from an injury.

There was also a positive bulletin, too, on Cloughaneely midfielder Jason McGee, who has yet to play for the county this year.

“The positive with Jason is that he is pain free for the first time in three years,” McGuinness said.

“He had fairly major surgery in the summer and he’s coming out of the back of the surgery and into the return-to-play phase.

“We just hope now that he progresses and that he stays pain free. He did brilliant things for us the whole way through Ulster. It hasn’t been straightforward for him.

“He is very focused and he is doing all the right things and we are happy with how he is progressing.”

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Main pic: Jonny Carlin makes his way off the O’Donnell Park pitch after his debut against Tyrone. Pic: Evan Logan.

It was a classic case of ‘better late than never’ for Jonny Carlin as he finally made his Donegal debut today, aged 29!

A remarkable feat given the Red Hughs clubman has never played at underage level for the county, nor has he been part of any senior panel.

Introduced for the legendary Michael Murphy in the 63rd minute against Tyrone in O’Donnell Park, the Cross man didn’t put a foot wrong and even made a timely dispossession shortly after entering the fray.

He put in a man-of-the-match performance to win a Wicklow Intermediate Football Championship final for his adopted Barndarrig in October 2023 and joined Oisín McConville’s county setup last season before transferring back to his home club. Carlin also made headlines in 2018 when his wonder goal helped win an Ulster Junior Championship final for Red Hughs.

His journey is made all the more remarkable for that fact that, in October 2022, he underwent surgery for an ACL and didn’t play football for 12 months until the Wicklow IFC decider.

In the preceding years, Carlin had been plying his trade in the League of Ireland with Cabinteely and Athlone Town and, more recently, in the Northern Ireland Championship with Armagh City.

Of course, he comes from good sporting stock. His mother Shauna was an elite athlete with Finn Valley AC and competed for Ireland while father, Declan, was a key member of the famous Red Hughs side of the early 1990s and made a handful of league appearances for the county. His uncle, Marty, also starred for Donegal in the 80s and early 90s.

But, it has been somewhat of a return to his GAA roots after catching the eye of Donegal manager, Jim McGuinness.

An inspirational journey, Carlin is living proof that it really is never too late to realise your dream. 

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Lough Derg is one of three esteemed traditional pilgrimage locations to be designated by the Irish Bishops’ Conference as national places of pilgrimage in the Jubilee Year.

Saint Patrick’s Purgatory in Co. Donegal, alongside Knock Shrine and Croagh Patrick in Mayo have been selected as national pilgrimage sites for 2025.

Members of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference gathered this week for their Spring 2025 General Meeting in Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth.

During the meeting, the bishops commended Monsignor Laurence (La) Flynn (Prior of Lough Derg), Father John Kenny, Administrator of Westport Parish (Croagh Patrick) and Father Richard Gibbons (Parish Priest and Rector of the International Eucharistic and Marian Shrine at Knock) for creating the concept of the ‘Pilgrim’s Passport’.

The Pilgrim’s Passport encourages people to set themselves the spiritual goal of visiting the three national sites during this Jubilee year.

Bishop Fintan Monahan of Killaloe, the Jubilee 2025 designate of the Bishops’ Conference, will participate in the online launch for the Pilgrim’s Passport which will take place at 3.00pm on 26 March on www.pilgrimspassport.ie

Bishops say that this Jubilee 2025 not only represents a time of grace and spiritual renewal for the entire Church, but also offers the opportunity to the faithful to experience reconciliation, mercy, and renewed communion with God and with our brothers and sisters.

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Courtyard or no courtyard, Donegal man Eoghan O’Riain created an incredible ode to Rathmullan’s history and heritage in his new home which featured on RTÉ’s ‘The Great House Revival’ last night.

Episode six of the show last night headed to the Swilly village to follow the renovation of a three-story merchant home.

Asset Manager Eoghan O’Riain had travelled all over the world, but his dream was to settle in his mother’s home place in Rathmullan.

He had bought a terrace house to transform, with ambitions to be completed by Christmas 2023.

Architect Hugh Wallace was clearly delighted with the project and Eoghan’s passion for perfection, and the jovial discussions they had provided great entertainment.

The programme saw Eoghan place a careful focus on bringing Donegal colours and local history into the design, and he even met with local historian Angela Byrne to learn about Rathmullan’s international connections that go back centuries, including the Flight of the Earls.

Eoghan soon carved his legacy within the property through a stunning bespoke stained glass window at his door, facing directly onto the glistening Swilly shore.

Overcoming debates with Hugh over a courtyard and the soft Donegal climate, Eoghan proved himself to be a dynamic project manager, with a great team of tradesmen and women, delivering a cosy and stylish retreat.

Catch this episode of The Great House Revival on the RTE Player.

Have a look at the result here:

The Great House Revival, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal

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Team Northwest played their final game of the season in the Foyle Arena on Saturday 15th March against Moy Tolka Rovers.

The visitors triumphed with a 20 point win, with a final score of 105-85.

Moy Tolka took an early lead closing the first period with a score of 22-17.

Team Northwest pulled it back to 9 point difference at half time but again in the 3rd quarter the visitors pulled further ahead and Team Northwest struggled to keep pace and despite managing to score 14 three pointers Team Northwest’s season closed on a loss.

Shakeil Bertrand was top scorer in the game with a total of 37.

Thanks to all the supporters who have attended the team’s 10 home games and we look forward to next season.

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Gardai have closed the Lower Main Street in Letterkenny following a serious overnight collision.

It is understood at least one pedestrian has been injured following a collision involving a local taxi.

The vehicle also collided with a local house causing some small damage.

Gardai have sealed off the area as a forensics team are expected to arrive shortly.

Approach roads have been sealed off at County Dry Cleaners and also at the Station House Hotel.

Traffic coming into the town from Conwal is being diverted up Convent Road. Traffic travelling down Main Street is being diverted at Larkins Lane.

Donegal Daily has contacted Gardai for further information.

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