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Jim McGuinness hailed his Donegal team’s performance after they defeated Cavan 3-26 to 1-13 in the All-Ireland SFC round-robin stage. He emphasized the significance of their strong finish to the first half. Donegal’s 19-point victory at Breffni Park propelled them to the top of Group 1 based on points difference. Notably, all four games in the group thus far have been won by the away team. The final group games see Donegal facing Mayo, while Cavan will play Tyrone. Topping the group for Donegal hinges on two factors: Tyrone failing to beat Cavan, and Donegal securing a victory against Mayo.…

Lurgybrack National School is buzzing with excitement as a group of exceptionally talented students prepares to release their original song and music video! The captivating track, “Kaleidoscope,” is the brainchild of the Lurgybrack NS songwriting club, nurtured with the guidance of accomplished Donegal musician, Brí Carr. Matthew Finney, a dedicated sixth-class student, collaborated with Brí on the music composition, while students from second to sixth class contributed their creative ideas to craft the song’s meaningful lyrics. This inspiring project was brought to life through generous funding from Creative Ireland and is a highlight of the school’s 2025 Cruinniú na nÓg…

A man has pleaded guilty to a serious assault against a woman at Kee’s Hotel in Stranorlar. Denis McDermott appeared at Letterkenny Circuit Court in connection with the incident, which occurred on October 23, 2018, at Kee’s Hotel on Main Street, Stranorlar. McDermott was present in court for his arraignment before Judge John Aylmer. The 41-year-old, with an address at Newtown Place, Strabane, was charged with unlawfully assaulting Lisa Doherty, causing her harm. McDermott entered a guilty plea when the charge was read to him. His barrister, Mr. Colm Smyth SC, stated that his client had pleaded guilty to a…

Featured image: Race Day Live A remarkable 227 women from County Donegal participated in the sold-out 2025 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin this June Bank Holiday Sunday. This year marked the 43rd anniversary of the iconic event, which drew 28,000 women from across Ireland and beyond, uniting them in the world’s largest all-female race. Grace Richardson of Kilkenny City Harriers secured first place with an impressive time of 34 minutes and 17 seconds. Participants of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds embraced the 2025 theme, “Championing Womankind,” which celebrated the strength, resilience, and mutual support inherent in women’s journeys.…

Kyiv has destroyed more than 40 military aircraft in a drone attack deep in Russia, a Ukrainian security official said. The attack on Sunday came as Russia pounded Ukraine with missiles and drones a day before the two sides meet for a new round of direct talks in Istanbul. The official said the attack took more than a year and a half to execute and was personally supervised by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The operation saw drones transported in containers carried by trucks deep into Russian territory, he said. We are doing everything to protect our independence, our state and…

Lando Norris finished in second place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. News Source : Irish Examiner

Tears of joy, celebratory punches of the air, and emotional reunions with loved ones — you see it all at the finish line of the Cork City Marathon. The gruelling 26.2-mile course attracts all sorts, often people with a deeply personal story to share; from elite athletes to casual joggers with a point to prove, and those driven by memories, causes, hopes, and dreams. Among the thousands to cross the finish line was Jane Hughes from Co Laois, who ran with a photo of her late father Thomas Landy, taken on her wedding day in 2016. He died of cancer,…

Jim McGuinness, the Donegal manager, has announced three changes to his starting fifteen for this afternoon’s All-Ireland Championship match against Cavan at Breffni Park. Gavin Mulreany retains his position as goalkeeper, continuing to deputize for the injured Shaun Patton. Caolan McColgan comes into the team in place of Daire O’Baoill, while Conor O’Donnell starts in the forward line, replacing Oisin Gallen. Donegal will be aiming for a victory against Cavan as they pursue Tyrone and Mayo in the competitive Group 1 of the All-Ireland Championship. The match is scheduled to begin at 2pm. Note that there will be no live…

An individual has been hospitalized following a medical emergency that occurred at the Cork City Marathon finish line. The incident took place on Patrick Street, … News Source : Irish Examiner

Commentators lamented Inter Milan’s “climax of suffering” in Munich, reserving their strongest criticism for manager Simone Inzaghi. News Source : Irish Examiner