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This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney looks ahead to Donegal v Cork with 2012 All Ireland winner and former Donegal Captain Patrick McBrearty, along with former Donegal player John Gildea and Cork GAA writer Denis Hurley. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny: The post The DL Debate – 08/06/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

We wrap up the week with an intense Friday Panel dealing with demographic and social changes, legal fights over Irish turf, and an inspiring story of turning life around from rock bottom. Inside Today’s Episode: 🏛️ The Friday Panel: Greg is joined in studio by Mary T. Sweeney (Aontú), former Garda Sergeant Christy Galligan, and […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 05/06/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

What does it take to completely turn your life around when you’re facing rock bottom? This week on The Greg Hughes Podcast, Greg sits down with Donegal entrepreneur Francie, who at just 31 years old has built two thriving fitness businesses in the county: Intensity Fitness and ECA Donegal. But his path to success was […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 22: Francie McGinley – Two Paths, One Choice: The Route to Success appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

On Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore speaks with Letterkenny man John Logue who is the CEO of Social Enterprises Republic of Ireland (SERI), and who has been appointed to the Government’s SME Advisory Group to represent the interests of Ireland’s 4,355 social enterprises. In the programme he talks about the importance of social enterprises […] The post Business Matters, Ep 299: Social Enterprises CEO John Logue – plus new Brussels role for Donegal woman appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Score, Highland’s Big Match Pundit Brendan Devenney takes a look at the All Ireland Championship second round draw. We’ll preview Mark English’s run in Rome at the Diamond League meeting. The second round draw has been made for the FAI Senior Cup – Joe Boyle runs his eye over the ties […] The post The Score – 04/06/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we tackle the widespread frustration over the GAA’s decision to leave Donegal fans in the dark this weekend, look closely at what the new IS465 technical guidelines mean for homeowners, and fix our recycling habits. Inside Today’s Episode: 📺 Left in the Dark (Opening Op-Ed): Greg kicks off the show with a passionate opening […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 04/06/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we bring you a highly anticipated road safety victory in St. Johnston, a devastating eviction loophole in Strabane, an emotional appeal from the Donegal Piper, and the great end-of-school-year teacher gift debate. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the morning with our daily review of the leading local and national headlines […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 03/06/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we address the introduction of dynamic electricity pricing, a massive proposed powerdown protest, Donegal’s lucky championship draw, and local outrage over environmental damage on our beaches. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: Donna-Marie Doherty kicks off the show with a thorough review of the front pages, tracking the leading local and […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 02/06/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Donna-Marie Doherty presents today with a morning heavily focused on international sporting boycotts, local school safety, and a massive weekend ahead for transport enthusiasts in Letterkenny. Inside Today’s Episode: ⚽ The Friday Panel: Donna-Marie is joined by 100% Redress Cllr Denis McGee, Sinn Féin Representative Niamh McGuinness, and Managing Director of Football Special Seamus Mc […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 29/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Over twenty years since he captured the nation’s attention on You’re a Star and represented Ireland at the 2003 Eurovision Song Contest with the number-one hit “We’ve Got the World,” Mickey Joe reflects openly on the reality of sudden fame, the mechanics of the music industry, and his life off-stage. In this candid conversation, Mickey […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 21: Mickey Joe Harte appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Score… Former Finn Harps manager Anthony Gorma looks ahead to the away games in the LOI for Harps and Derry City on Friday… The Gaelic Life’s Michael McMullan runs his eye over this weekend’s GAA action… Plus, one of Ireland’s only openly gay senior GAA players, Kevin Penrose of Aghyaran, tells […] The post The Score – 28/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we break down the potential overhaul of the IS465 technical standards, address an alarming drop in local breast screening attendance, and check in on grassroots campaigns across the county. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with our signature review of the morning papers, dissecting the top local and national […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 28/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we explore the demand for public dog amenities, deep frustrations within our healthcare services, a massive boost for Letterkenny tourism, and a major update on the sporting calendar. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the morning with our signature digest of the national and local newspapers, tracking the leading stories dominating […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 27/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we address the long-standing battle for Buncrana’s missing swimming facilities, healthcare costs for the vulnerable, major planning changes on the horizon, and the annual summer parking crisis on our coastlines. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off with a thorough review of the front pages, tracking the leading local […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 26/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney reflects on Donegal’s win in Kerry with Highland’s big match pundit Brendan Kilcoyne, Gaelic life’s Michael McMullen and Radio Kerry commentator Tim Moynihan. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny: The post The DL Debate – 25/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we dissect the dramatic fallout from the Education Minister’s visit to Donegal, alongside crucial updates on local school campaigns, sporting triumphs, and a celebration of women in agriculture. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the show with our regular glance at the front pages, tracking the stories that are dominating […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 25/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

A morning dominated by an extensive overnight emergency in Donegal Town, balanced with sharp political analysis and the celebration of true local heroes. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We begin with our daily scan of the front pages as the national and local papers hit the shelves. 🚨 Devastating Blaze at Cherrymore Kitchens: […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 22/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

What happens when the party stops, but the drinking doesn’t? This week, we sit down with well-known DJ and radio contributor Joe Decks for an incredibly raw, honest, and powerful conversation about his battle with alcohol addiction. From the early days of student life and the high-energy nightlife of the DJ booth, Joe details how […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 20: Joe Decks – Vinyl, Vodka and Me appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

In Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore takes a look at a thriving glamping business in the heart of the West Donegal Gaeltacht. At the award winning Glamping Rann Na Feirste, guests get the opportunity to stay in one of their luxury modern shepherds’ huts, each of which has a wood-fired hot-top outside. Located in […] The post Business Matters – Ep 297: A piece of paradise at Glamping Rann Na Feirste appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Score… We’re joined by former Finn Harps skipper to look ahead to tomorrow’s League Of Ireland games for Harps and Derry City – Keith also gives his thoughts on the new National League Third Tier Format. Our GAA Analyst Brendan Kilcoyne will preview Kerry and Donegal’s All-Ireland Senior Football Championship clash […] The post The Score – 21/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address mounting anxieties over Letterkenny’s road layouts, an urgent double-crisis for residents in Elm Park, a mother’s moving tribute to her late son, and a celebration of local culture and media. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the morning with our signature digest of the national and local papers, reviewing […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 21/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

We wrap up the week with a deep dive into environmental accountability, a controversial political debate, and a masterclass in the science of sleep. On Today’s Podcast: 🏛️ The Friday Panel: Greg is joined by Leonard Watson, Eimear McGuinness, and Emma Govha for a wide-ranging discussion on the week’s biggest talking points: 💩 The Battle […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 15/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

In this episode, we sit down with Mirenda Rosenberg, the voice behind the massive “Homestead Donegal” community and a tireless advocate for survivors of domestic abuse. Mirenda’s story is one of incredible resilience. Raised in a restrictive religious environment outside Washington D.C., she eventually moved to Ireland over 20 years ago. What was intended by […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep19: The Art of Becoming: Survival, Song, and Sustainable Hope – Mirenda Rosenberg appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Score, Oisin Kelly is joined by former Finn Harps captain Joe Boyle for our weekly League of Ireland chat. Loreto Milford joint managers Gary Doherty and Ephrin McFadden reflect on the schools All Ireland success this week. Donegal Jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle tells us about his ambitions for 2026 and on […] The post The Score – 14/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    It’s a morning of frontline action and community debate as we cover the ambulance strike live, alongside major developments in Donegal Town and political shifts across the water. On Today’s Podcast: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We start with our daily digest of the national and local papers, setting the agenda for the day […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 12/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

We kick off the week with a major milestone for Donegal’s infrastructure, an international spotlight on local talent, and a sobering look at industrial action affecting the county tomorrow. On Today’s Podcast: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the show by scanning the front pages, looking at the national stories and local headlines shaping the […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 11/05/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

It’s the Friday Panel day! We wrap up the week with a debate on government spending, a look at seismic political shifts across the water, and powerful stories from our local community. On Today’s Podcast: 🏛️ The Friday Panel: Greg is joined by Cllr Declan Meehan, Cllr Martin McDermott, and Cllr Martin Harley. The team […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 08/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Score, Oisin Kelly is joined by Gavin Cullen to look ahead to the weekend games for Finn Harps and Derry City. We hear from Donegal man Mark Coyle on his first season with Coleraine which culminated in winning the Irish Cup last weekend and Callum Devine tells us all about his […] The post The Score – 07/05/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

On today’s show, we balance the immediate concerns of public health and infrastructure with the local stories and events shaping the week in Donegal. Schools & Faith: The Multi-Denominational Debate As Educate Together calls for an increase in multi-denominational schools across the county, Alan Hynes, CEO of the Catholic Education Partnership, joins Greg to discuss […] The post The Greg Hughes Show Thursday 30/04/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.