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talkSPORT’s transfer guru, Warren Haughton, rounds up all the latest transfer rumours and gossip.He brings us all the latest on Manchester City’s reported chase for Raheem Sterling, who seems practically certain to leave Liverpool this summer.City are thought to have had a bid rejected by the Reds earlier this week, as it was significantly below their £50million valuation of the 20-year-old.Meanwhile, we take a trip across Manchester to take a look at United’s summer targets, including reports the Red Devils have ‘agreed a fee’ for Brazilian star Roberto Firmino.Plus, find out what Premier League club are hoping to tempt striker Bas Dost away from Bundesliga runners-up Wolfsburg after a fine 19-goal season.Here’s some of the top transfer rumours from talkSPORT.com:Reports – Manchester City make €80m bid for Juventus’ Paul PogbaReports – Liverpool REJECT £30m bid from Manchester City for Raheem SterlingForget Raheem Sterling! Manchester City should target Gareth Bale for £50million, claims former starManchester United ‘agree fee’ for Brazilian star Roberto Firmino, talkSPORT understandsMan United will target Tottenham’s Hugo Lloris should David De Gea join Real Madrid, talkSPORT toldExclusive – Sign a new deal at Stoke or leave this summer, Charlie Adam tells Man United target Asmir BegovicLiverpool agree deal for Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Adam BogdanMicah Richards on course to become Aston Villa’s first summer signingBlow for Arsenal! Top target nears Serie A switch, claims agentManchester United close in on deal for Borussia Dortmund defender Mats HummelsManchester City refuse to enter negotiations with Real Madrid over Sergio AgueroFenerbahce line up bid for Manchester United winger NaniMohamed Salah yet to decide on Chelsea futureJuventus chief in talks with Tottenham star Erik Lamela’s representativesAC Milan open transfer talks with Arsenal and Liverpool target Geoffrey KondogbiaCrystal Palace and West Ham target Paris Saint-Germain star Yohan CabayeManchester United target to decide future after Germany dutyBayern Munich scouts to watch Manchester United and Arsenal target Matteo DarmianArsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea to battle for Napoli star Gonzalo HiguainManchester United transfer boost? Benfica star Nicolas Gaitan could leave as Adel Taarabt joins
Aaron Lennon Everton boss Roberto Martinez will throw Aaron Lennon straight into the action against Chelsea on Saturday, despite his summer signing’s lack of action.The winger made his debut for the Merseysiders last season when he was on loan at Goodison from Tottenham.He made the switch permanent on transfer deadline day and is now set for his first appearance as a full-time Toffee, without playing a minute of competitive football so far this season.“I’m not worried about his physical state and he needs to play games now to sharpen up his play,” Martinez said.“He’s refreshed and is in a great position. He knows the football club inside out and is desperate to get back to Goodison.“The big advantage Aaron has is that he knows the league and he knows the competition.“He needs match fitness but he is fresh and has been working very well throughout pre-season as well.” 1
5. Atletico Madrid: 132.057 points 20 20 8. Juventus: 105.854 points 19. Sevilla: 78.557 points 4. Chelsea: 135.531 points 20 20 20 6. Benfica: 110.216 points 20 20 20 10. Borussia Dortmund: 99.064 points 11. Schalke 04: 94.064 points 16. S.S.C. Napoli: 88.854 points According to UEFA rankings for club competitions, these are the 20 best clubs in European football.The results are based on points gained by clubs that have competed in the Champions League and Europa League over the past five seasons.As stated on UEFA’s website, the points system work as follows:UEFA Champions LeagueFirst qualifying round elimination – 0.5 points Second qualifying round elimination – 1 point Group stage participation – 4 points Group stage win – 2 points Group stage draw – 1 point Round of 16 participation – 4 pointsUEFA Europa LeagueFirst qualifying round elimination – 0.25 points Second qualifying round elimination – 0.5 pointsThird qualifying round elimination – 1 point Play-off elimination – 1.5 points Group stage win – 2 points Group stage draw – 1 pointFind out who has made it into the top 20 by clicking the yellow arrow above, right. 20 18. Bayer 04 Leverkusen: 83.064 points 20. Manchester United are ranked 20th in Europe by UEFA, with 78.531 co-efficient points – see who comes in at 19th on UEFA’s ranking by clicking the arrow above 12. Zenit Saint-Petersburg: 93.176 points 20 20 13. FC Porto: 92.216 points 9. Arsenal: 104.531 points 15. Valencia: 89.057 points 7. Paris Saint-Germain: 106.249 points 20 20 20 20 17. FC Basel: 84.595 points 20 20 14. Manchester City: 89.531 points 20 20 20 2. Bayern Munich: 152.064 points 3. Barcelona: 150.057 points 1. Real Madrid: 161.057 points
A lone raider who broke into the home of an 80 year old woman pulled her wedding ring from her finger.The cowardly thief broke into the woman’s home in the Glencar Scotch are of Letterkenny just after 5am on Saturday morning.The raider escaped with some jewelery and a small amount of cash. The woman was slightly injured in the raid and had to be hospitalised for a time.She has since been released from hospital and is understood to be recovering after her terrifying ordeal.The raid was part of at least three incidents in the Glencar area on Friday night.Another house was also broken into while thieves also stole a car in the area. The incidents have been slammed by the Mayor of Letterkenny, Cllr Pascal Blake who described them as “disgusting.”SICK BURGLAR TOOK WEDDING RING FROM 80 YEAR OLD’S FINGER was last modified: September 30th, 2013 by StephenShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Tags:burglarletterkennythiefwedding ringwoman
Pamela Ryan, St James Hospital, Clodagh Sharpe, Beaumont Hospital, Grainne Kelly, St James’ Hospital and Colette Malone, Beaumont HospitalA new recruitment campaign to attract nurses and midwives working in the UK and further afield to work back in Donegal and across Ireland is being launched by the HSE today.The HSE is now offering a wide range of challenging career opportunities, with many benefits, for nurses and midwives wishing to make a contribution to the health and lives of everyone living in Ireland.The HSE has vacancies in a wide range of hospital and community facilities and is seeking to attract up to 500 nurses and midwives from the UK and elsewhere to Ireland. It is hoped that many Irish nurses and midwives working in the UK in particular will take up the opportunity to return home and work in the Irish publicly funded health services. Announcing details of the campaign Ian Tegerdine, National Director of Human Resources, said:“The campaign will focus on connecting with nurses and midwives in the UK and further afield via advertising on social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter and a dedicated microsite (www.nursinginIreland.ie) during the coming months. This activity will be complemented by print advertisements in Irish newspapers to raise awareness of the recruitment drive among those who may have family and friends abroad who might be interested in these positions.“A relocation package is available for nurses and midwives who wish to come and work in Ireland. The relocation package will be offered to nurses and midwives who apply for posts via the campaign.“A relocation package is available to all successful applicants as detailed below:· Up to €1500 tax-free removal/relocation expenses including the cost of flights subject to Revenue guidelines on allowable removal expenses.· First time Nursing Registration Costs with NMBI [Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland]· Funded post graduate education· Incremental credit for experience gained outside Ireland Those choosing to take up employment will benefit from;· Permanent contract of employment· Opportunities for continuing professional development· Sponsorship programmes for specialist post registration education and Masters study· Generous annual and public holiday leave entitlements· Competitive salary scale of €27,211-€43,800 with additional pay for shift and differentials· 39 hour week· Excellent public service pension· Various employee schemes attracting substantial leave entitlements including: maternity and parental leave, shorter working year, flexible working arrangements etc· Travel pass scheme with significant tax reliefNurses and midwives will find that working in the Irish Health Service provides excellent opportunities to enhance their professional development, inclusive of statutory education, training and learning.The HSE plays play a key role in supporting nurses and midwives in their mandatory education, continuous professional development, and in the development of new competencies, maintenance of core competencies and engagement in evidence based practice.The HSE, through the Office of the Nursing and Midwifery Services Director, has commissioned at a national level a number of education programmes such as Medicinal Product Prescribing, programmes pertaining to cancer care and varied Leadership and Management Development Programmes for nurses and midwives. This Office also sponsors post-graduate formal academic courses that prepare nurses and midwives for expanding their role as well for specialist and advanced practice roles. These education programmes are provided by Universities and Institutes of Technology. For further information on the opportunities and the application please visit www.nursinginireland.ieNURSES SOUGHT TO WORK IN DONEGAL AND ACROSS IRELAND was last modified: July 23rd, 2015 by StephenShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:DONGALNURSESrecruitment
Adrian Sweeney was absolutely superb for Dungloe in their victory over Malin.Former Donegal GAA star Adrian Sweeney rolled back the years this evening by scoring a superb 1-9 as he inspired Dungloe to their first league win of the season. Former All-Star Sweeney made his first league appearance of the season for Dungloe and produced an incredible display.Even at 38, he is indispensable for Tony Boyle’s side and is ably assisted by his evergreen younger brother Raymond who continues to perform excellently at midfield. Malin opened the scoring when Dan McDaid slotted over from 20 yards.Adrian Sweeney got his opening score after his goalbound effort was well saved by Mullarkey in the Malin net to push the ball over the bar.McDaid scored again from almost the exact same position out on the left, this time from a free after Christopher McLaughlin had been fouled.Sweeney replied with a free after he was judged to have been fouled to level shortly after. Corey Gallagher scored a free from the other side when Adrian Hanlon had been fouled.Gallagher then scored a debatable point shortly after when umpires seemed to disagree but the point was awarded.Conor Greene scored a great point shortly after when he beat his man and slotted over from 20 yards.Dan Mc Daid tapped over a 13 yard free in front of the goals after Seamus Doherty had been fouled as Malin kept in touch.Sweeney, who really reeled back the years all evening, scored again after a good break through the middle from Corey Gallagher, this time with his right foot. He then added two more frees to stretch the lead out to five.Malin then hit two excellent scores from range with Paul McLaughlin hitting an excellent effort from outside the 45’ and Stephen McLaughlin scoring from 35 yards after good interplay between himself and John Gerard McLaughlin. Half time score read Malin 0-05 Dungloe 0-08.Malin scored the first two scores of the second half through two Dan Mc Daid frees, the first after Gary Farren was brought down and the second after Dungloe were caught overcarrying. However that’s as good as it got for Malin with the home side only getting one more score in the remaining 25 minutes.Dungloe scored from Sweeney after Greene had won a long ball in and fed the corner forward, and again through Sweeney from out on the right from about 25 yards.A Corey Gallagher free extended the lead after Darren Curran had been fouled.The visitors hit three more scores from Greene in the right corner, wingback Owen Scally from the left and that man Sweeney again from a free after he himself had been fouled.Malin had a good goal chance shortly after with Stephen Doherty, who added some life when he came on, unfortunate to see his effort saved by Sharkey in the Dungloe net, there also seemed to be a hint of a foul as Malin appealed in vain for a penalty.The only goal of the game with ten minutes left and effectively sealed the game when Sweeney who collected a long ball in and casually stroked the ball in low to the keepers right to seal the points for the men from the west.Matthew Byrne scored in reply for Malin after good work from the Doherty brothers, with Stephen, Christopher and Seamus all involved as Malin recycled the ball well to work out to Byrne.Greene, Sweeney and even cornerback Doalty Boyle with the last score completed the game for Dungloe as an understrength Malin tasted their third defeat of the season.Malin team and scorers: Daniel Mullarkey, Michael McLaughlin, Damien Harkin, Gary Farren, Gary Collins, Paul McLaughlin (0-01), Charles Byrne, Declan Walsh, John Gerard McLaughlin, Kieron McLaughlin, Conor Farren, Stephen McLaughlin (0-01),Christopher McLaughlin, Dan McDaid (0-05), Seamus Doherty. Subs used: Niall McLaughlin for Declan Walsh (15 mins), Matthew Byrne (0-01)for Christopher McLaughlin (40 mins), Stephen Doherty for Conor Farren (46 mins) and Christopher Doherty for John Gerard McLaughlin (50 mins)Dungloe team and scorers: Ciaran Sharkey, Jack Scally, Gavin Ward, Doalty Boyle (0-01), Ryan Rodgers, Darren Curran, Owen Scally (0-01), Raymond Sweeney, Corey Gallagher (0-03), Noel McBride, Adrian Hanlon, Mark Sweeney, Adrian Sweeney (1-09), Conor Greene (0-03), David Mc Carron. Subs used Ryan Greene and Donal Rodgers (50 mins)ADRIAN SWEENEY INSPIRES DUNGLOE AS THEY EARN BRILLIANT VICTORY AWAY TO MALIN was last modified: April 12th, 2015 by Mark ForkerShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:Adrian SweeneydungloeGAAMalinnewsSport
AD Quality Auto 360p 720p 1080p Top articles1/5READ MOREWalnut’s Malik Khouzam voted Southern California Boys Athlete of the Week They were fed up with the months of deceitful propaganda spewed by both sides. They were fed up with the lies about what the propositions would and wouldn’t do, lies funded in record numbers by both union and corporate special interests. They were fed up with the leaders they elected for refusing to work together. They were fed up that Sacramento has grown so polarized and paralyzed that lawmakers must turn to the people to make decisions as mundane as whether to increase the probation period for new teachers. The people have spoken resoundingly, and said no. This was a colossal smackdown of Schwarzenegger, who is widely seen as having become part of the problem in Sacramento, rather than the solution. But it was in no way a reflection of support for the tax-and-spend Democratic legislators, who have offered only partisan attacks, and no positive proposals for how to make life better for the people of the state. As low as the governor has sunk in the polls, he still is held in higher esteem the Legislature, which has failed in its duty for a generation. This was no mandate for more of the Legislature’s shenanigans. It was proof of voter fatigue with politics as usual. There’s no mistaking the larger message behind the results of Tuesday’s special election. Despite campaigns that spent more than $250 million, every one of the eight ballot initiatives was defeated. It was a rejection not only of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, but of the entire political process. Interestingly, this vote did not break down along party ideologies. Voters uniformly rejected both the conservative initiatives such as the abortion-notification law, Proposition 73, and the liberal proposals to punish pharmaceutical interests, Proposition 79, and tighten energy regulations, Proposition 80. Obviously, Californians were fed up. It’s time to put the fighting aside and to end the gridlock. The governor and Sacramento Democrats must work together in the interest of the public to come up with real solutions. The worst thing politicians could do now is to allow the corporate and union interests that bankrolled this campaign to try and collect on their chits. But we are entering an election year, and the egos and ambitions are sure to take over. But let the politicians beware: Public resentment toward the failure of government is growing. Those who put themselves and the special interests that fund them ahead of the public interest should know they may well suffer the consequences. Caveat politico.160Want local news?Sign up for the Localist and stay informed Something went wrong. Please try again.subscribeCongratulations! You’re all set!
AD Quality Auto 360p 720p 1080p Top articles1/5READ MORERose Parade grand marshal Rita Moreno talks New Year’s Day outfit and ‘West Side Story’ remake160Want local news?Sign up for the Localist and stay informed Something went wrong. Please try again.subscribeCongratulations! You’re all set! PASADENA – Tournament of Roses officials may be looking to the sky and reciting the immortal words of Barbra Streisand: “Life’s candy and the sun’s A ball of butter. Don’t bring around a cloud To rain on my parade.” Unfortunately, the chances of heavy rain on Monday are growing. Forecasters say it is now more likely than not that the Rose Parade’s 51-year dry streak will be broken. “It doesn’t look so good right now,” said meteorologist Ray Martin. “A lot of the computer models are showing a storm system coming through, and that would mean rain.” Whittier residents who signed up for the city’s annual excursion to the parade said they plan to go – rain or shine. They’ll just wear warmer clothes and bring umbrellas, they said. “We will double up on thermals, jackets and baseball caps and take plenty of hot chocolate and coffee,” said Susie Sifuentes, who plans to go with her husband. “I am still hoping it is the one day of the year that they are wrong about the weather.” Renee Rivera, who is going on the city excursion with her husband, children and mother, said the family will take the rain ponchos they wore on an Alaskan cruise last year. “If they are holding a parade, we are going,” she said. In the 117-year history of the parade, it has rained nine times. The last time was in 1955, which was also the last time a Supreme Court justice, Earl Warren, served as Grand Marshal. “The parade goes no matter what,” said Bill Flinn, the Tournament’s chief operating officer. “None of us have any control over it. There’s only one person who controls it, and as much as we’d like it not to rain, maybe He has a different idea.” Martin estimated a 50-60 percent chance of rain at the 8 a.m. start time. In deference to local churches, the parade has followed a “never on Sunday” rule since 1893. Superstition holds that the rule has led to the Tournament’s run of good luck in the weather department. This year, however, the rule may end up soaking the parade. New Year’s Day – Sunday – is expected to be sunny. Clouds will build by the afternoon, and showers are expected Sunday night. gene.maddaus@sgvn.com (626) 578-6300, Ext. 4444
More than 30 lads from Newtowncunningham have raised an amazing €5,555 for the Donegal Hospice in memory of Paul ‘Diddler’ Dillon. The 45-year-old father-of-three from Ballybegley recently passed away after a brave battle with Motor Neurone Disease.A group of 31 of his mates were so moved by the care he got in the Donegal Hospice during his final few days, they decided to do Movember to raise much-needed funds for the charity. For many of the participants, Paul’s tragic passing was their first experience of the hospice.“The service they supplied was second to none.“There was roughly 30 of us visiting Diddler days before he passed.The Late Paul Diddler Dillon. RIP.“We talked old stories and laughed it out, memories to cherish and they ever said pipe down lads, they let us make Diddler’s last days half bearable,” said a spokesperson for the group. The Donegal Hospice provide palliative care to patients.Palliative care is the total care of patients who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.Such illnesses may bring complex physical, social, psychological and spiritual needs and challenges, which are best addressed by a multi-disciplinary team of specialists.Coyle’s bar in Newtown Cunningham helped circulate sponsor cards for the event.The shave took place on November 30, with the help of staff from Future Style Barbers. At this stage €4,449 was raised.An Ireland jersey signed by Seamus Coleman and a Man City jersey signed by Shay Given was then donated and up for raffle.The raffle got the money up to an amazing €5,555.Members of the Donegal Hospice were in Coyle’s Bar last night for the cheque presentation. Moving Movember tribute to ‘Diddler’ raises incredible €5,555 for Hospice was last modified: December 11th, 2019 by Dionne MeehanShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:charitydiddlerdonegalMovemberNewtown Cunninghamshave
Click here if you are having trouble viewing the photos on a mobile device.Baseballs flew out of ballparks in record numbers this season. And the postseason is likely to push those figures even higher, especially with the four best home-run hitting teams in history — the Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers — in the playoffs.The regular season concluded with a jaw-dropping number of homers: 6,776 launched since Opening Day in late March. The figure passed …