The Clean Up Politics Campaign founder Tim Jackson with King of Tory Patsy Dan Rogers.

The Clean Up Politics campaign has won regal favour this week with Patsy Dan, King of Tory Island, calling it a "much needed wake-up call for our politicians."

Visiting Tory to promote the campaign, Tim Jackson, the Ballybofey-based founder of Clean Up Politics, was warmly welcomed by the islanders, with the King expressing full support for the initiative.

As part of the Clean Up Politics campaign, candidates at the next General Election will be asked to adopt four policy points concerning their earnings.

They are:

- Salaries should be reduced from €90k to €45k
- Expenses must be fully vouched, with receipts made publicly available
- Pensions will be reduced in line with the current public service rate
- €13m p/a funding of political parties will cease

Highlighting Sinn Féin's recent electoral promise to reduce TD's salaries by 20% from the current €90,000, Jackson remarked that the move made little sense, since each Sinn Féin TD claims to only take home one third of their salary anyway.

"The only explanation I can see is that Sinn Féin don't want to cut TD salaries in half because the party couldn't then keep the savings for themselves, as they currently do at the expense of the taxpayer. I would prefer to see all parties make an honest, comprehensive attempt to address this issue, rather than peddle empty promises of token reform."

Four Masters GAA News:

Club Lotto Result
The draw for the latest club lotto took place on Monday night in the Abbey Hotel. There was no jackpot winner of the €2,000 jackpot with the number drawn: 4, 17, 20 and 23. Four consolation prize winners of €25 drawn were Lorcan McGinley (Dunkineley), Liam McCauley (Castle Street), Eilish Kelly (Malin House), and John McGlynn (Drimark). The jackpot now goes up to €2,100 for week 6.

Streets of Donegal 5k Challenge
Well done and thanks goes to everyone that organised, helped out or took part in ‘The Streets of Donegal 5k Challenge’ on Friday night. The winner on the night on the night was Michael Murphy with a time of 16:41 with Deirdre Dillion the first woman home with a time of 21:24.

Summer Mini Leagues

The Summer Mini Leagues for 4 to 8 year old’s started continues every Wednesday from 4:45pm to 5:45pm with it consisting of small sided games for the hour. New players are always welcome. Parents are asked to use the front car park outside Tir Conaill and walk in with their child.

Camogie

Underage camogie training takes a break for August, starting back on Friday 4th September. The president of the camogie association, Catherine Neary visits Tir Conaill Park on Saturday 5th September. There will be a number of camogie games on the day to mark her visit.

U8 Boys Football

The SRB finals day for U8’s takes place in Ardara on Friday 28th August. Best of luck to Ronan and all the boys.

U10 Boys Football

The U10 boys football team held a home blitz last Saturday morning with Bundoran, Aodh Ruadh and St Nauls all attending. The boys had three teams on the day with all performing very well on the day. Thanks goes to Conor Breslin and Sean Meehan for refereeing on the day.  The U10 SRB finals day takes place on Saturday week in Ardara.

U12 Boys Football

Well done to U12 footballer Lee Murchan who played in Croke Park on Tuesday as part of the U12 fun day were one player from each club in Donegal is selected to play games and visit the GAA museum.

U13 Boys Football

The U13 league starts this Saturday (August 29th) away to Naomh Conaill at 12 noon.

U16 Boys Football

The U16’s play Aodh Ruadh next Tuesday night (August 25th) at 7pm. Venue for the game is yet to announced with it likely to be in Ballintra. The boys had two good games in last week against St Nauls (6-10 to 2-07 win) and MacCumhaill (2-12 to 2-12 draw). Training continues on Thursday and Monday at 6pm each night.

Senior Men’s Football

Both teams lost out to St Michael’s at the weekend in the senior football championship. The reserves lost on a scoreline of 2-03 to 1-14 with the senior team going down 2-05 to 3-12.  The senior championship continues this weekend at home to Cloughaneeley. The day and times have of the games have yet to be announced.

Donegal GAA

Hard luck to Kate Keaney and the Donegal Ladies who narrowly lost out to Armagh in the All Ireland quarter final on Saturday. The ladies had a great year with promotion and an Ulster title to show for their efforts. Well done goes to Aaron McCrea who played corner back for the Donegal U17’s in the McGuigan Cup win on Saturday. They defeated Tyrone in the semi final before a good win over Monaghan in the final.

2015 Training Pitch Development Draw

Tickets for the 2015 Training Pitch Development Draw are out now from all senior club members. There a number of excellent prizes including All Ireland Final tickets, shopping vouchers,  and an overnight stay. Tickets cost €5 for a single ticket or €20 for 5. All monies raised from this fundraiser go towards paying for the new training pitch in Tir Conaill which is used by all 24 club teams.

Virtual Sod Fundraiser

The virtual sod fundraiser is ongoing in the club with lots of members signing up so far. The cost of the virtual sod is €20 with all people signed up receiving a certificate and their name going on a large wall display in Tir Conaill. Contact Eamonn Gorrell (08766740053) or Deborah Rose (0879869192) if you wish to support the club in this fundraiser. All money raised goes towards the ongoing pitch developments in Tir Conaill

Buncrana GAA NEWS:

COMHGHAIRDEAS!!

Congratulations to clubman David McConnell, his wife Aisling and son Dáithí on the recent birth of their new baby son and brother, Cormac. 

Summer Camp

Over two hundred children from the parish attended the club’s Summer Camps over the last fortnight.  Each child received club shorts, socks and tops, a trip to the cinema and excellent coaching from club coaches and volunteers.  Thank you to all the club coaches and volunteers who gave up their time to ensure your children enjoyed what has been an overall success this year again.

Fundraising

It was great to hear so many good reports about the Summer Camps and how they were great value.  Contrary to popular belief, the Club receives no funding but depends on the generosity of club members, parents/guardians and the local community to cover the day to day costs of running the Club and providing top class coaching for our youths (through training courses for our coaches).  Please support your local Club by buying a Lotto every week and supporting our fundraising initiatives held throughout the year.  If every parent/guardian of those who attended the Camps bought a Lotto every week and supported only one fundraising initiative per year, the Club would receive approx €23,000 which could go to providing better quality training for our coaches; building a covered stand; maintaining pitches etc which can only be for the betterment of our younger members.  The Club, as always, is grateful of all/any support you can give.

Senior Football Championship Buncrana 1 12  St Naul’s 0  9

Buncrana was home to St Naul’s in the second leg of Intermediate Championship.  This was a must win for Buncrana as they lost their first round game away to Ballyshannon.  St Naul’s opened the score with a point from play and then went two up after a Stephen Griffin free.  Buncrana opened their score with a good point from play by Kevin O Loughlin.  St Naul’s added two more Griffin points from frees but Buncrana replied with points from Doherty and Campbell.  Half time score was St Nauls 0-5 Buncrana 0-4.  Buncrana would have been disappointed at half time as they had controlled the game but this did not reflect on the scoreboard.  On resumption of the second half, Buncrana took the game to St Naul’s and Oisin Doherty scored two excellent points from play and a long range gem from Campbell put Buncrana 9 points to 7 points up.  The game was then in the balance when a long range ball went into Campbell who fielded, beat two defenders and rounded the goalkeeper to shoot the ball low to the net to effectively end the game as a contest.  Buncrana added 3 more points to run out 1-12 to 0-9 winners.  This was an all round, good team performance from Buncrana, with excellent performances from Calvin Jones, Caolan Mc Gonagle, Garbhan Friel, Oisin Doherty and John Campbell.  Buncrana team:  Lee Mc Carron, Shane Mc Laughlin, Simon Cuffe, Conor Grant, Calvin Jones, Bruce Waldron, Kevin O Loughlin 0-2, Caolan Mc Gonagle 0-1, Garbhan Friel 0-2, Peter Mc Laughlin 0-1, Oisin Doherty 0-2, Adrian Doherty 0-1, John Campbell 1-2, Oran Doherty 0-1, Joseph Mc Grory.

Senior Reserve Football Championship  Buncrana 1 13  St Naul’s 1 11

Our Senior Reserve game went right to the wire with a last, blast Noel McLaughlin goal, giving homeside a deserved win.  Former Donegal player and All Ireland winner, Ryan Bradley, played at full forward and showed his prowess, kicking some fine scores from frees and play.  Despite dominating the game, the sides went in level at half time (six points each) with Sean Parker making a superb save from a penalty.  Again, the Buncrana side were in control in the early stages of the second half and opened up a four point lead and were seemingly on the way to victory until a great individual goal from St Naul’s midfielder, followed by a couple of points, put St Naul’s ahead as the game entered injury time.  A fine Buncrana move was finished off by 16 year old McLaughlin, in as a second half substitute, to the roof of the net to seal a two point win for Malachy McCann’s men who have now qualified for the quarter finals with a game to spare.  Gavin McElhinney returned to the side and young players, Conor O Donnell, Mark O Connell, Patrick Wilson and the excellent Aedan Stokes were very much to the fore.  Sean Parker’s penalty save proved vital and overall this was a very good win despite the boys playing within themselves.

Senior Hurling Championship

Buncrana Senior Hurlers received a harsh lesson in the Senior Hurling Championship in Burt on Wednesday night, suffering their heaviest defeat in their short senior careers.  Buncrana's young charges took to the field with only four players over the minor age group AND without their only two county senior players, with Jack and Dónal Óg not available.  This was a harsh lesson.  Everyone involved in hurling in the Club knew that our venture into adult hurling was going to be hard.  The seasoned Burt side was relentless in their desire to add to their already sizeable scoreline – a lesson that our young charges will learn from.  Massive credit must go to our dedicated bunch of hurlers who will regroup and play their last championship game against MacCumhaill’s on Wednesday, 26th August at 7pm.  The future, if any, of Donegal Hurling will need these players and the club’s dominance in recent years in underage hurling bodes well for the future.  These young lads should not get disillusioned with the result and scoreline.  Heads up, lessons learned.  Bun Cranncha Abú.

Senior Ladies

Game against Aodh Rua on Sunday was cancelled

U14 Football

Our under 14 Footballers were very unfortunate on Tuesday night when our neighbours, Naomh Padraig, got a goal and a point in extra time to come out overall winners with two points up.  Hard Luck Lads and best of luck to Naomh Padraig.

U13 Girls

U13 girls take on Muff at home this Saturday in their first league match.  Training takes place this Wednesday evening, 5-6pm to prepare for the game.  All players are asked to attend training.

Ongoing Repairs/Maintenance Works

The Club is always looking for help with ongoing repairs/maintenance works.  If you have a skill that could be useful please volunteer your time if you can.  Contact Sean on 0862388071.

Lotto

This week’s lotto stands at €5675.  The Lotto numbers for last week were 6, 8, 17 and 21.  If you can spare a Saturday evening in August the finance committee are looking for volunteers to sell lottos for one hour around the pubs.  Contact Colm on 0872211204.  If you see any of our volunteers around the pubs, please support by buying a lotto.
Training Times – New and Old Players Always Welcome

Football

U14 Boys Tuesdays 7-8.30pm and Fridays 4.15-5.45pm

U12 Boys Mondays 11am-1pm and Fridays 7.00pm

U10 Boys Fridays 6.30pm and Tuesdays 11am-1pm

U8 Boys Fridays 6.30pm and Mondays 7-8pm

U6 Boys & Girls Fridays 6.30-7.30pm

U8 & U10 Girls Thursday 11am (this week only)

U12, 14 & 16 Girls Mondays 7-8pm

Hurling

U8 & U10 Sundays 11-12noon and Mondays 11.30am-1pm

U12 Tuesdays 7- 8.30pm

U16 Wednesdays 6.30pm

Club Merchandise

Elizabeth Anne is now taking orders on the first Tuesday of every month. She can be contacted on 086 0604075.

Convoy GAA News:

St. Mary's Lotto 18/8 Counties drawn: GY,FH,KK,MH. 20 people matched 2 counties. Congrats to Elaine Gallagher, Convoy Larry Doherty Castlefin, Eileen Harkin Convoy, Dymphna Woodforth Convoy, Margaret McNamee Convoy.  Nexts Weeks Jackpot €2200
Ladies Training as Norm Wed and Fri @7.

Hard luck  to Ciara Gallagher and the Donegal Ladies who were beaten by Armagh in the All Ireland Quarter Final.
G4M&O at 8.15 wed all welcome.
U 13 & U 16 girls training from 7-8 on Monday  Gumshields and €2  Well done to the U 16 girls on their fine win over Lifford

U 13 @ U 16 boys training Thurs at 6.30 Gumshields and €2
Our U14 boys and girls teams will host the boys and girls from St Michaels, Roscommon on Sat 29th August at 12 noon. Following the outstanding welcome we had there, we are would like to return the gesture with the help of the parents of our U14 children.

After the matches, the plan is to provide a hot buffet of chicken curry & rice, lasagne, salad and crusty bread, juice and a dessert. If you can help with this preparation, or help on the day please private message FB page with details of what you can do.
Thanks everyone.
Our Men’s teams had mixed fortunes this weekend with the Senior team winning at home V Lifford 1-12 to 1-05  but the Reserves lost out to St Eunans in the Junior B Championship 1-19 to 1-10
The Seniors will face N.Ultan in the Junior A Championship  this Sat
Training Tues and Thurs at 7.30 for Seniors and Reserves

RADIO NA GAELTACHTA SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP

Malin were defeated by Glenswilly at the weekend on a scoreline of Glenswilly 3-09 Malin 1-08 in a game played in poor conditions.

The other result in the group saw Gaoth Dobhair defeat Seam MacCumhail so the group is still wide open with Glenswilly on four points, Gaoth Dobhair on two with Malin and MacCumhail’s both on one. Malin play away to Gaoth Dobhair in their final group game next Sunday at 3.00. The half time score was Glenswilly 1-03 Malin 0-04 but the home side pulled away in the second half with great support play and Michael Murphy prominent, with frees keeping Malin in touch. Malin team and scorers: Darragh McLaughlin, Michael McLaughlin, Damien Harkin, Gary Farren, Stephen McLaughlin, Declan Walsh, Charles Byrne, Anthony Kelly (0-02), Seamus Houghton (0-01), Christopher McLaighlin, Seamus Doherty, Dan McDaid (0-01), Brendan McLaughlin, Matthew Byrne (1-04), Paul McLaughlin: Subs used Darren McLarkey for Brendan McLaughlin, Terence Doherty for Dan McDaid and John Gerard McLaughlin for Seamus Houghton. The reserve game which was scheduled for after the senior game was called off due to the poor condition of the pitch. They are down to play Gaoth Dobhair next Sunday at 1.30 and the game with Glenswilly has to be rescheduled so check facebook for details. The club would appeal to all members to make an effort to support the team on Sunday in the biggest game of the year.

UNDERAGE

The Under Fourteen Boys had a great trip away and they would like to thank Michael and Ann Doherty (Owen) and the Castletown club from County Meath for their hospitality over the weekend.

Malin held a very successful under 10 Blitz on Saturday with teams from Malin, Termon, Dungiven, Glenullin, Glenswilly, Naomh Padraig Muff and MacCumhails all involved. Well done to all coaches and mentors who saw very fine displays of football with winners from Malin, Termon and MacCumhails. Special mention to the all the players who took part, both boys and girls, showing some fantastic skills at this early age.

LOTTO

There was no winner of this weeks jackpot of €2100. The numbers drawn were 3-2-5-6-7-4-1 and the €50 winner was Gráine Byrne, Beaugh with the €20 sellers prize going to Christopher McLaughlin, Auchayclay. Next weeks jackpot is €2150.

SHOP

The club shop is open every Saturday from 12.00 – 2.00and Sunday from 11.20 – 2.00 or alternatively contact Susan Byrne on 9370638 or 0867832242 . The shop also has a great range of stock in all sizes including coats, jackets, hoodies, tracksuits, socks, shorts, hats and much more club merchandice.

Ballyliffin Golf News:

Sunday 23rd August 2015

1st Des Kemmy (6) 40pts

2nd Philip Farren (15) 39pts

3rd Wilson Moore (21) 39pts

4th Stephen McGonigle (10) 38pts

Gross: Cecil Doherty (6) 31pts

CSS: 70

Lady Captains Day Ruth McGartoll 22 Aug 2015

Gents:

1st Michael McLaughlin(HB) (24) 41pts

2nd Anthony McEleney (16) 38pts

3rd John Farren (8) 37pts

Gross: Ryan Doherty (4) 37pts

Front Nine: Jack Doherty (16) 35pts

Back Nine: Liam Cregan (13) 34pts

CSS 74

Ladies:

1st Cathy McGeoghegan 41pts

2nd Theresa McLaughlin 37pts

Gross: Margaret Doherty (O) 23pts

3rd Noeleen Gordon 37pts

F9: Kathleen Cassidy 20pts

B9: Lynda O’Doherty 20pts

Past Captain: Sadie Grant (PN) 33pts

Committee Prize: Gertie Monagle 32pts

Best 36: Fiona Fagan 27pts

Student: Caoimhe Glover 39pts

Non Qualifier: Bernie Wilson 24pts

Novice: Susie Finnigan

Visiting Lady Captain: Margaret McAteer 13pts

Lady Visitor: Mary Whooley 20pts

SS 72

Scramble Friday 21 Aug 2015

1st J.Farren, D.McKeague, P.Logue, M.Harkin 24.5

2nd K.Lake, R.Toland, K.Marston, E.Sweeney 27.2

3rd B.Grant, B.Harkin, D.Rooney, N.Carlin 27.5

Forthcoming Events & Fixtures

Tuesday 25th Aug Ladies & Gents Charity open on The Old Links (For Parkinson’s Association of Ireland-Donegal Branch)

Saturday 29th Aug Club Classic on Glashedy Links. Members €25pp, Visitors €40pp Call 0749378100 for timesheet

Sunday 30th August Confined competition on The Old Links

Naomh Colmcille GAA News:

The seniors lost out at home to Aodh Ruadh in their second Intermediate Championship match on Saturday evening. First half goals from Willie Gillespie and Mark Dowds helped the home side to lead at half time on a 2-4 to 1-5 scoreline. However a strong second half finish from Aodh Ruadh gave them victory by 6 points. Full time score Naomh Colmcille 3-7 3-13 Aodh Ruadh.
The reserves beat Aodh Ruadh on a full time scoreline of Naomh Colmcille 5-16 4-8 Aodh Ruadh.

Our U16 Girls team lost out away to Letterkenny Gaels on Wednesday evening, but showed a great improvement on their earlier performance.

There will be a meeting for those taking part in the Junior Strictly Come Dancing fundraiser at the clubhouse on Monday (24th) at 9:00 pm.

There are a limited number of season tickets now available for free entry to all adult Donegal club league and championship matches (excluding Naomh Colmcille home games). €30 for the ticket or €50 for the ticket and Donegal club gear. Contact Alison Ferry.

Time is running out to get club registration sorted. If you think you’ll be looking for Donegal tickets for the Championship you’ll need to become a member. Registrations are now open to all senior players (€50), junior players (€10), adult members (€25) and families (€50). Contact Mark Ferry (087 9154559).

Naomh Colmcille CLG's child welfare officer for 2015 is Breda Friel. If you or child have any issues through out year with coaches or bullying or other child issues please feel free to contact Breda on 0876393503 and she will try and address the issue. Everyone involved in coaching or helping out at underage level needs to have completed the child protection/awareness course. If you have not completed this course previously, please contact Breda ASAP.

Check out the club’s new Facebook page (Naomh Colmcille CLG – Donegal) for latest updates on training, match times etc.

Training and Match Schedule.

Information here is correct at the time of compilation of the weekly notes. Check the Training Schedule section on the club website for latest updates on training for all age groups. The page will be updated regularly throughout the week. Updates also on the club’s Facebook page.

Subscription of €2 per player (up to and including minors) per week for training. Please make sure you bring your full kit (shorts, track bottoms, boots, sports top/hoodie/coat, drink). Remember a mouth guard is needed for training sessions as well as matches.

Seniors / Reserves. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

U21s. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

Minors. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

U16s. Home match against Fanad Gaels at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

U13s. Training Friday at 7:00 pm. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

U11s. Training Friday at 7:00 pm. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

U10s. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

U8s. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

Girls. Check the Facebook page for latest update.

Reminder that the use of mouthguards is now compulsory for all players.

Naomh Colmcille Weekly Lotto.

This week’s numbers will appear in next week's notes.

Naomh Colmcille CLG are in need of more lotto sellers. The lotto is the bread and butter of our club. If you don't drive we can set up on a team with a driver. Please contact Breda Friel (0876393503) if anyone is willing to help. Thanks.

The Club would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone for their continued support of the Lotto as it gives the club the essential means of continuing to give our local kids and adults the chance to avail of a great and healthy pastime.

Tom O'Connor R.I.P
A dark cloud descended over the club on Sunday morning with the sad news of the passing of our much loved vice president and friend Tom O'Connor. Tom passed away after a short illness and stay at Northwick Park Hospital. Tom was a native of Co Limerick and was very proud of his native county and has been a great club servant for over the last two decades and very recently up until taking ill. 
Tom was highly involved in the minor board in earlier years to which he was still serving as President and more recently was at the forefront of the lotto committee and was always on duty on match days in Greenford and Ruislip raising funds for the club. He had a warm smile and handshake every time you met him and very much enjoyed the fun that went with the club lotto and meeting the many people who came to the club, in short he was a mighty Gael. The esteem in which Tom was held could be felt in the sadness that was expressed by members of all clubs that were in Ruislip for Sundays' games. A minutes silence was held in his honor before our match with St Kiernans. Tom is survived by his daughter Pat and we send our sincere sympathies and prayers. We hope to inform all club members of funeral arrangements in the coming days.
May Tom rest in peace.
Home Grown Final
Our all English born panel contested the all Britain final on Saturday evening in Ruislip V Sean McDermotts from Birmingham. After an even start for both teams, McDermotts hit 1-4 on the trot to give them an 8 point lead after 20 minutes. The Gaels pulled back 2 points to go into the break 6 points adrift.
The 2nd half saw the Gaels rally and they had McDermotts pegged back when Francis McGinley rattled the onion bag and the comeback was on. They raced into a 4 point lead but McDermotts pulled a goal back and hit a 45 between the posts with the last kick to send the game into extra time.
The Gaels controlled the first period and went into the break 3 points up. The second period saw the Gaels hold their own and maintain their lead. With 5 mins left the Gaels made hard work of clearing the ball from defence and from a sideline ball launched into the box McDermotts pulled a goal back and then went on to register 3 points to confirm their victory.
It was a great game and hopefully it will kick-start this competition for the future and renew rivalries of old with clubs from other cities around England.
Seniors
The seniors played St Kiernans in the 2nd round of the championship on Sunday in Ruislip. The Gaels started the game in high gear and never gave the Kiernans a sniff from start to finish. A great individual solo effort from Liam Gavigan running with the ball on the deck from the 45 to score a goal was the highlight of the first half. The defence was uncompromising and laid he foundations for Liam Gavigan, Adam Askin and Mark Gottsche to control possession and launch attacks.
A fortunate goal at the beginning of the 2nd half killed the game as a contest but the Gaels kept the scoreboard ticking over. With two wins from twp the boys can look forward to a semi-final after commanding the group.
Best Wishes
The club sends best wishes to former player and club member Danny Tully after a short illness, we hope to see him down supporting the club very soon.

Tir Chonaill Gaels Club Notes - 17 August 2015
Seniors
Seniors had no fixtures at the weekend. They are back in action this Sunday 23rd of August in the Championship V St Kiernans this Sunday at 12.00 in Ruislip. Come out and support Barney, Lloyd and the boys.
Juniors/Homegrown
Last week saw a little piece of history being made when a senior team consisting of players all born in London consisting of all the junior players and complimented with 3 from the seniors won the London homegrown championship beating St Kiernans after a reply.
The first game on Tuesday was a thriller with St Kiernans leveling with the last attack of the game. The replay on Thursday saw the Gaels race into a 7 point lead only for the Kiernans to hit 1-3 without reply. The boys showed great character by taking the game back by the scruff of the neck and going two points up to settle the nerves and see the game out. Liam O´Regan had a stormer in the full back line with battling performances from Gavin McEvoy, Aidan McGarvey, Killian Butler and Kieran Clarke.
Over both games the Kiernans and Gaels played with great intentsity and rivalry which was a great compliment to the youth structures they have in place and to the people who brought these players through the ranks at each club- well done to all at both clubs. A special mention of thanks to Cormac McGarvey who treated the players and supporters to refreshments afterwards.
As a result, the boys play in the all Britain final this coming Saturday V John Mitchells in Ruislip at 6pm. Lets get out and support the lads.
Reserves
The old boys are out on Wednesday evening against the North London Shamrocks in the first round of the Championship, throw in at 7.15pm in Tottenhall. Good luck to Brian and the boys for the campaign.

Just one seminarian from Donegal will commence priesthood studies at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth this year.

Just one seminarian has joined to study the priesthood from Donegal this year.

Yesterday Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth welcomed a total of seventeen new seminarians who have commenced their formation for the priesthood at the National Seminary.

The new candidates, their families and friends were welcomed to Maynooth by the President of Saint College Maynooth, Monsignor Hugh Connolly.

He said “Our thoughts and prayers accompany these seventeen men who have taken the first step along the road to ordained ministry and to placing their lives at the service of Christ and of His people. This formation year will coincide with a Year of Mercy which will be celebrated throughout the world by the universal Church.

"When our Holy Father announced this he said, ‘I am convinced that the whole church - has much need to receive mercy because we are all sinners and will find in this jubilee the joy to rediscover and render fruitful the mercy of God, with which we are all called to give consolation to every man and woman of our time. The call of Jesus pushes each of us to never stop at the surface of things, especially when we are dealing with a person, because we are called to look beyond, to focus on the heart to see of how much generosity everyone is capable. No one can be excluded from the mercy of God.’”

Monsignor Connolly concluded, “It is my wish that the year ahead will be a year of mercy and of grace for each one of us here in our seminary community. May we never stop at the ‘surface of things’ but rather push on to discover the presence of Christ in our community and in every person with whom we are called to minister and to share our lives. Let us pray that others will hear the voice of the Holy Spirit and that they may also consider a vocation to the priesthood.”

At the end of September the total number of resident seminarians in Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth, will be approximately sixty. A further twenty or so non-resident seminarians are also pursuing their academic studies in the College, together with some postgraduate priests and several hundred lay students.

A breakdown for 2015, by diocese, of the seventeen first year seminarians is as follows:

- Armagh 1

- Cork & Ross 1

- Derry 1*

- Down & Connor 3*

- Dublin 3

- Galway 1

- Kerry 1

- Killaloe 2

- Ossory 1

- Raphoe 1

- Tuam 1

- Waterford & Lismore 1

* These students will continue their academic studies in Belfast after one month of formation work in Maynooth.

Over the past three years the number of new seminarians beginning their studies in Maynooth has been: fourteen in 2014; twenty in 2013; and, twelve in 2012.

Kilcar GAA News:

Our seniors are into the quarter finals of the senior football championship following a 1-15 to 2-04 win over neighbours Killybegs in Fintra on Saturday evening the goal was scored by Mark McHugh just on half time to give us a 1-04 to 1-03 lead at the break next up is Termon at home this Sunday.

Our reserves were beaten by a late Killybegs comeback in their championship match the final score was Killybegs 3-06 Cill Chartha 1-11 a win against Termon on Sunday will guarantee a quarter final spot.

Underage

The 2015 Broderick Cup takes place this Wednesday at 5:30pm players to be in Towney at 5pm SHARP, David Mockler represented the club at the Croke Park under 12s event last week no details of underage fixtures at this time.

Club App

We are up to 184 members on our FREE mobile app if you would like to sign up just follow these steps to download your free team App for CLG Chill Chartha.

1. On your phone or iPad go to the app store 2. Search for Team App 3. Install Team App to your phone 4. Search for CLG Chill Chartha 5. Log in and register for the CLG Chill Chartha Club app. 6. You will receive an email notification when you are added you to the system.

Lotto

There was no winner of the Club Lotto Jackpot so next week’s Jackpot is €4,400 this week’s numbers were:  2, 7, 13 and 16 winners were: €50 Peadar & Dearthla Molloy (Leitir) €30 Pauric Carr (Coguish) and €20 Michael Carr (Shalvey).  Lotto Plus numbers 2, 11, 23 and 25 there was no winner.

Bingo

There was no winner of our Club Bingo so next week’s Jackpot is now €5,250! This Sundays winners were €150 Evelyn Boyle €130 Brid Campbell, €120 Anncy Dorrian, €80 John Cunningham, €70 Colette McDevitt, Gerard Sowney, Margaret McShane, C Johnson, Bernard Shovlin, Ita Sweeney, Mary Cunningham and Martin Keaveney .

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The 70 year old pensioner killed outside Donegal Town last night has been named locally as John McGarrigle.

Mr McGarrigle, a retired father-of-five from Ballyshannon, died after his jeep struck another jeep between Laghey and Ballintra around 10pm last night.

He died at the scene and a number of other people had to be rushed to hospital.

Their injuries are not understood to be life-threatening, however.

The former fisheries officer was the second person to die on Donegal's roads in less than 24 hours.

Another man, Marty Strain, 19, who was a passeger in a car which crashed at Tooban, Burnfoot at 4.30am, died in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Mr Strain, from Burnfoot, was friends with John Hegarty, who also perished on the same road in July.

Gardai are carrying out a full investigation into the cause of the crash.

A 19 year old female passenger in the car is also in a serious condition in hospital while the driver of the car escaped with minor injuries.

TWO people have been rushed to hospital after an industrial accident in Killybegs.

The two were believed to be on board a vessel which was docked in the port when the accident happened.

It is understood the people have been taken to Letterkenny General hospital suffering from gas inhalation.

The hospital has been put on full alert for the casualties.

The two were rushed by ambulance to the hospital and were given a two car Garda escort.

It is not known how serious the victims are or if they are from the Killybegs area.

We will bring you a full update on this story as it happens.

GAA NEWS: St Michael's GAA club have expressed their gratitude to Molly's Bar and Grill in Dunfanaghy who generously donated TWO sets of home and away jerseys to the club.

Pictured above are Denis Harley proprietor of Molly's Bar & Grill in Dunfanaghy along with St Michael's players Martin McElhiinney, Liam Paul Ferry and Ciaran Gallagher.

Also pictured are St. Michael's Manager Eddie Harkin and club chairman Liam McElhinney.

St Michael's defeated Four Masters comfortably and booked their place in last eight of the Donegal SFC.

They travel to Glenfin this weekend for their final group game.

Dunkineely/Bruckless/Killaghtee News:

Dunkineely Community Ltd Office Hours

Please note that DCL Office Hours will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9:30am to 12:30pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays are dedicated to projects outside the office. If someone is in the office on these days, please come in. 

Daisy Days

These days are for the children of Donegal who have Downs Syndrome, Mitochondrial Disease, and any additional needs children of the county, and is organised by Mrs Kathrine McGlynn. The next Daisy Day will be held in Daisy Cottage, Dunkineely on Wednesday 26th of August.

We want to make it a fun day out for these children and so we are trying to enlist the help of as many as possible to make it a day to remember.

She will be having Pedro with his birds from the Raptor Rescue Centre in Glenties, and also one or two rally cars coming.

We have some offers of help (making tea, washing up, homemade buns/cakes etc.) more help would be very welcome.  We would particularly welcome the help of musicians, face painters, magicians etc.

You can contact Kathrine McGlynn on 074-9125942 or 087-6188340 or at daisycottagedonegal@gmail.com.

Katherine would like to give a big thank you to Rev Des Davis and Andrew Walker who ‘saved the day’ by allowing her to run her last event, in the Methodist Hall, when it was raining cats and dogs! She would like to thank Alex, from Deane’s Farm, for bringing Charlie the mini Shetland pony to visit the kids, and to Byrne’s Butchers for providing the burgers and to McGettigan’s Butchers for providing the sausages.

Katherine hopes to make this an annual event.

Dunkineely Festival

Dunkineely Festival will be held on the weekend of the 28th-30th August.

The Start of the Festival will be @ 7pm on the 28th with the Killaghtee Marching Band.

Check out the festival schedule at www.dunkineelyfestival.com for times of events.

Here is just a taste of upcoming events: Soap Car Racing, Marching Bands, Late Night Dance, Youth Disco, Adult Dance night / Games, Children’s Play area, Bouncy Castle, face painting, etc, etc. Music and quizzes in all local Bar’s, Pet Show.

Anybody willing to help, please contact Gerry on 087 6993095. Thank you.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Car Boot Sale

A Car Boot Sale is planned for Saturday September 5th at Killaghtee. This is an extra event to make up for the cancellation of the June Bank Holiday wash-out Car Boot Sale. Fingers crossed for reasonable weather!

Nursing Studies

St. Catherine's V.S. Killybegs, still has places still available on its FETAC Level 5 Nursing Studies course commencing in September.  Contact 074 9731491 for details.

Autumn Program of Courses

DCL is trying to put together an autumn program of courses and would love to hear for people who are interested in any of the following courses.

Basic Computers*
Calligraphy*
1st Aid (Basic 1 day)*
1st Aid (3 day Occupational) *
Defibrillator Course
Creel Making*
Carpentry*
Art*
Creative Writing
Interior design *
Upcycling (i.e. converting old and waste materials into something new and useful)
Family History
The courses marked with an asterisk (*) have been run before.

If you are interested in any of the above, please call to the DCL office, phone us on 0749737678 or email us on dunkineelycommunity@gmail.com. Also if anybody has any ideas for courses, please let us know.

Adult Religious Education Course

8/10 weeks – one evening per week starting in September (PG).  Topics covered:  Baptism, Penance, Eucharist, Extra unction, Holy Orders, Matrimony, Our Lady, The Saints.  This will be a short course with basic information on the Sacraments and is suitable for anyone with an interest in the faith.  It will be helpful for those who would like to gain more knowledge about the faith.  The title of the course is “I Believe”. If you are interested contact the parish office at Bruckless by phoning (074)9737015.

Local Representative

Cllr. Niamh Kennedy will be available for members of the community in DCL office, Dunkineely on Thursday evenings 5:30 - 7:30pm.  Mobile: (087)2062336  Email: niamhkennedy@donegalcoco.ie

Ceol agus Craic

Traditional music session each Wednesday at McIntyre's Bar, Dunkineely at 10pm. All musicians and singers welcome.

Recovery from Emotional Distress

G.R.O.W. – Gradually, Regaining, Our, Wellbeing! Support and a program for recovery. Weekly Meetings at Niall Mor Centre, Killybegs on Thursday evenings at 7:30pm. Also in the Day Hospital, adjacent to Donegal Hospital on Tuesday evenings at 8:00pm. For further information contact Marian on (086)7856912. All are welcome.

DCL Office

Please feel free to pop into the office any morning Mon-Fri 9.30-12.30 and chat with Michael, use the Internet (20c per half hour),  print or photocopy documents (20c per page) or borrow a book (20c per book).

Going on a Sun Holiday?

Print your Boarding Pass with us in the DCL office.

Researching a Family Tree?

DCL has a copy of the adjoining Methodist Church index of Births & Marriages 1860 -1899 (Ardara and Dunkineely). Also the Burials Register for the same congregations from 1950 to 2007.

Library

Dunkineely Community Ltd (DCL) -  Has a small library of over 500 books from Children's Literature, Teenage Fiction (The Fault in our stars), Classics (Jane Austen - Pride and Prejudice), Horror, Comedy, Booker-Prize etc.  Borrowing 20c per book.

Letterkenny General Hospital

One of the two men overcome by fumes on a trawler in Killybegs yesterday has died in hospital overnight.

Doctors at Letterkenny General Hospital had been battling to save the lives of the two men who had been put into induced comas in a bid to save them.

However, despite their brave efforts, one of the men passed away overnight.

The man who did was believed to be a 27 year old from Galway while the other man still fighting for his life is from Albania.

The tragedy happened when one of the men had come overcome by toxic fumes on the boat and when the other went to hep, he too collapsed.

The pair were rushed to hospital following the incident on the Oilean an Oir at around 1.30pm.

Councillor Niamh Kennedy said “They were overcome by fumes. They were cleaning out one of the tanks, a hold where the fish are held. It was empty and they found stagnant water in the pipework.

“It had been lying there for a while and it is believed the two men inhaled ammonia and hydrogen sulphide gas from organic matter that had been rotting.

“One guy was out first, and then the other guy went to help him but also ended up passing out.”

It is understood one of the victims is a 27-year-old from Galway, while the other aged 46 is from Albania.

The scene was preserved by gardai and officials from the Health and Safety Authority arrived at the scene last night.

Donegal County Council is encouraging motorists to take part in National Slow Down Day which takes place this year between 7am this Friday, August 28 and 7am on Saturday, August 29.

Last year again saw an increase in road deaths, resulting in 195 fatalities on our roads. To date, 106 people have lost their lives on Irish roads.

Excessive or inappropriate speed is a major contributory factor to road traffic collisions. The higher the speed, the greater the likelihood is of a collision happening and the more severe the outcome of that collision.

87,367 speeding fixed penalty notices have been issued up to the end of May 2015.
The objective of operation ‘Slow Down’ is to reduce the number of speed related collisions, save lives and reduce injuries on our roads.

This initiative is supported by the Road Safety Authority, Donegal County Council and the Donegal Road Safety Working Group and other partner stakeholders.

Donegal Road Safety Officer Brian O’Donnell says the aim is to remind drivers of the dangers of speeding, increase compliance with speed limits and act as a deterrent to driving at excessive and inappropriate speed.

“We appeal to each and every one of you to play your part in reducing the tragedy that road fatalities and serious injury collisions bring upon families in Donegal.  Please be conscious that road safety is everyone’s responsibility.”

Public and private sector fleet operators are also being asked to participate in the initiative by informing employees of the key message to ‘Slow Down’ and, whether driving for business or private purposes, to always drive within the speed limit and at a speed appropriate to the prevailing conditions.

Drivers are also asked to turn on their dipped headlamps to show support and increase their visibility.

The overall aim of the National ‘Slow Down’ day is to reduce the number and severity of road traffic collisions. It is every motorist’s responsibility to slow down and ensure that the roads are safe for everyone.

GAA: Donegal star Paul Durcan has candidly spoke about his error in last year's All-Ireland Final defeat to Kerry.

Paul Durcan

Durcan was left devastated by his mistake and contemplated walking away from the game he loves.

In a candid interview with BALLS.ie - Durcan revealed how it was the support of the people around him that really helped him to get over the pain of his error.

He praised the role of Donegal manager Rory Gallagher who he said ultimately convinced him to return to the squad ahead of the 2015 season.

Durcan was speaking on a podcast called 'The Hard Shoulder' and vividly recalls the moment he botched his kickout.

Durcan said, "I remember it so well, my heel didn't hit the ground and the ball didn't go in the direction it was supposed to.

"He (Donaghey) got it and clinically dispatched it to the back of the net.

"It's amazing how such a simple mistake can cause you so much pain, but thankfully with the support of those around me I slowly started to get over it.

"I did contemplate walking away but deep down I knew I couldn't finish my Donegal career in them circumstances.

"Rory was very good too. He was in touch with me since he got the job. I was kind of wondering would I go back to it and he convinced me.

"And to be honest I think I had my best year for Donegal this year.

Durcan is a huge fans favourite with Donegal and supporters are hoping he will return for the 2016 season.

Durcan has recently moved to Qatar and that seemed to signal the end of his Donegal career.

However, Durcan has dismissed those suggestions and has claimed he will return for the Ulster SFC next May.

JOB VACANCY: One of Ireland's most famous brands Gallagher's Bakery are looking to recruit new staff to join their innovative, dynamic and hardworking team.

Management are seeking to recruit a number of General Operatives to join their workforce.

JOB TITLE: General Operatives

• Required for various roles including Production Line, Packing Lines, & Hygiene Maintenance.
• The ideal Candidate will be responsible, self-motivated,  hardworking  and  process  meticulous  attention  to detail
• Site  operates twenty-four hours Sunday to Monday, working week will be Five Days with shift flexibility.
• Previous experience in a Food Manufacturing environment and Manual Handling training an advantage but not necessary as training will be provided.
• Basic level of English necessary.

Please send Letter of Application and CV to: HR Dept., Aran Ard Teo T/A Gallagher’s Bakery, Ardara, Co Donegal, Ireland

OR alternatively by e-mail to info@gallaghersbakery.ie

Swilly Rovers Club News:

Swilly Rovers FC lotto results Monday 23rd August 2015. Numbers drawn: 7, 10, 11, 13. There was no Jackpot winner. Four 3-number winner: Dom McDaid, Marty McDaid, Aideen McLaughlin, Mickey McGroarty. Jackpot next week: €1425.

The Under 14 A’s boys team played a preseason friendly against a strong Derry City Colts side on Friday past with Derry running out 3-0 winners.

Swilly Rovers U14 women’s team were beaten by Green Castle on Sunday in Rathmullen 2-1 in the semi-final of the Ulster Cup.

The clubs Under 6’s will resume training on the 14th of September and the under 8’s will resume on the 5th of September, anyone wishing to enquire about or register their child in these age groups is asked to contact the club on 0868874385.

Moville GAA News:

The senior team finished their league campaign last Saturday with a victory over Noamh Ultan who had been unbeaten in the league so far. In a terrific game of football Moville came out on top 1-13 to 1-12. Scores came through Enda Faulkner 0-6, Cristy Hegarty 1-1, Seamus Hegarty 0-2, Eunan Hegarty 0-1, Jack Keyes 0-1, Joe McBride 0-1 and James Henry 0-1.

Congratulations to the minor ladies who defeated Termon last Sunday in the county semi final 6-12 to 2-06 and now progress to play Fanad Gaels in yet another county final. Well done to Paul, management and team.

Underage training will resume in September for the under 6s under 8s and under 10s. All newplayers welcome. The under 11s are away to Steelestown next Tuesday evening. A under 13 girls tournament will begin this Saturday.

The club would like to congratulate Davy McLaughlin and girls from our parish that were involved in an extremely successful year for Donegal senior ladies as they won the ulster championship but then unfortunately narrowly lost out last Saturday in the all Ireland quarter final against Armagh. The club are overwhelmingly proud of the efforts of Niamh Hegarty, Niamh McLaughlin and Ciara Hegarty this year.