Chris McNulty

Ireland, St Johnston

Reporter at Donegal Live

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Articles

Darragh Kelly: 'Get me back out there!'

3 days ago | donegallive.ie | Chris McNulty

Darragh Kelly wants a swift return to action again after continuing his unblemished record. The Moville mixed martial artist won on his US debut on Friday night when stopping Mike Hamel in Kansas - and now the Donegal fighter is eyeing up his next move. Kelly is now 8-0 in the pro ranks and Friday’s win, via a submission in the third round, was the first bout of a four-fight deal with PFL.
Kevin McHugh: 'There were enough who believed - and that got us over the line'

4 days ago | donegallive.ie | Chris McNulty

Kevin McHugh admits that some in his dressing room didn’t believe that victory was possible on Monday against First Division leaders Dundalk - but now seeing is believing for his young Finn Harps side. Gradi Lomboto’s goal, from a 61st minute penalty, and a clean sheet by young goalkeeper Corey Sheridan helped Harps hand Dundalk a first loss of 2025. For Harps, it was a first win in 10 games and came as a well timed tonic down Navenny Street.
Gradi Lomboto on the spot as Finn Harps defeat table-toppers Dundalk

4 days ago | donegallive.ie | Chris McNulty

Gradi Lomboto fired Finn Harps to a much-needed win on Monday night. Lomboto struck from a 61st minute penalty to give Harps victory over First Division leaders Dundalk. Kevin McHugh’s side earned a first win in 10 as Lomboto proved the hero of the hour to hand Dundalk a first defeat of the season. When Joel Thompson was shoved over by Leo Gaxha, referee Daniel Murphy had no option but to point to the spot. Lomboto stepped up and cooly shot past Enda Minogue at the Town End with his left foot.
Double podium for Rhys Irwin at Snetterton

5 days ago | donegallive.ie | Chris McNulty

Rhys Irwin earned two podium spots at round 3 of the British Superbikes Championships. At Snetterton, the Kilmacrennan rider secured a second-place finish in both races. Amid a heat wave, conditions were far from ideal with very hot track temperatures. Qualifying on Friday saw lap times below the existing lap record from the all top contenders with Irwin putting in the perfect lap to take pole position ahead of Championship leader Luke Stapleford and five-time champion Jack Kennedy.
Man fined after public order incidents in Letterkenny and Buncrana

5 days ago | letterkennylive.ie | Chris McNulty

A Donegal man has been fined in court after being charged in relation to public order incidents in Buncrana and Letterkenny in recent days. Leo Marley was brought before Judge Ciaran Liddy at a special sitting of Letterkenny District Court on Saturday evening. Sergeant Jim Collins gave evidence of the arrest, charge and caution of Marley by way of schedule.
Bail revoked of man accused of serious assault in Letterkenny

5 days ago | donegallive.ie | Chris McNulty

A man charged with a serious assault on a young woman in Letterkenny has been remanded in custody. Seamus Cooley had his bail revoked when he appeared at Cavan District Court. The 50-year-old Cooley is charged with assaulting Shanan Reid McDaid and causing her harm on October 15, 2017 at Castle Street, Letterkenny. Judge John Aylmer remanded Cooley in custody, noting that he had “displayed arrogance” and showed a “flagrant disregard” for bail conditions previously set by the court.
Tipperary man caught driving with EIGHT people on bonnet and roof of car at Donegal Rally

5 days ago | tipperarylive.ie | Chris McNulty

A man who was driving with EIGHT people on the roof and bonnet of his car in Donegal has been ordered to make a €750 donation to charity. Brian Mordaunt appeared at Letterkenny District Court charged with dangerous driving on the weekend of the Donegal Rally on June 21, 2024. Garda Sergeant Jim Collins told the court that a number of videos emerged on Snapchat of the incident. Gardai became aware of the incident and stopped Mordaunt in his Seat car at a later stage.
Jim McGuinness hails ‘clinical’ Donegal in dismissal of Louth as All-Ireland SFC quarter-final draw looms

5 days ago | independent.ie | Chris McNulty

Jim McGuinness hails ‘clinical’ Donegal in dismissal of Louth as All-Ireland SFC quarter-final draw loomsDonegal manager Jim McGuinness, left, shakes hands with Louth manager Ger Brennan after the All-Ireland SFC preliminary quarter-final at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey, Donegal. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/SportsfileWhen Donegal won the All-Ireland in 2012, they played seven games over four months.
Donegal charge through Louth to reach All-Ireland quarter-final

5 days ago | irishtimes.com | Chris McNulty

On a day when Louth’s satnav malfunctioned, Donegal set their compass for Croke Park. Conor O’Donnell and Ciaran Thompson goaled as Jim McGuinness’s side safely booked a place in the All-Ireland quarter-finals. Donegal outscored Louth 1-16 to 0-5 in a lopsided second half to ease into the last eight. Louth, who stayed overnight in the Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen, took a wrong turn on the way to Ballybofey and managed to end up in Sligo.
Donegal cruise into All-Ireland quarter-finals as Louth lose their way

5 days ago | independent.ie | Chris McNulty

Donegal cruise into All-Ireland quarter-finals as Louth lose their wayAll-Ireland SFC preliminary quarter-final: Donegal 2-22 Louth 0-12Donegal's Ciarán Thompson scores his side's second goal during their All-Ireland SFC preliminary quarter-final victory over Louth at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/SportsfileDonegal overpowered Louth in the second half in Ballybofey to book their place in the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals.