6 years ago
Meet the four Donegal women aiming to bring new voices to local council
Eimer Friel, Bernie Moran, Evelyn Sweeney and Michelle McKenna have all been confirmed as candidates across four electoral areas in the local elections this May.
The four dynamic women, who …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: ‘Being someone that women can trust is amazing’
Lorraine Boyce from Letterkenny has been running her own physiotherapy clinic for the past seven years and has found great fulfilment in helping women feel like themselves again.
As the founder …
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6 years ago
Donegal midwife Philomena Canning has passed away
Independent midwife and rights campaigner Philomena Sarah Canning has passed away at the age of 59.
The Glenvar native died peacefully on Friday night at St. Vincent’s Private Hospital Dublin. She …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: Michelle McLoughlin means business!
Sligo-based Solicitor Michelle McLoughlin has a passion for helping businesses manage legal matters and reach their goals.
Which means she’s an ideal speaker for the Women’s Inspire Network seminar, which is …
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6 years ago
Warning for parents as mumps outbreak confirmed in Donegal
The HSE has confirmed that there have been 13 confirmed cases of Mumps in the North West since the start of March.
These have been mainly in the South Donegal …
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6 years ago
Colour Me Calm: How Maeve inspires meditation through art
This Sunday will see Wholegreen on Church Lane in Letterkenny host an event with a difference called ‘Creative Meditation’.
Letterkenny woman and psychotherapist Maeve Peoples will be hosting this unique …
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6 years ago
The painful reality of endometriosis
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. If you know 10 women, you know endometriosis.
Endometriosis is a disease caused by tissue developing outside the uterus. The two main symptoms are pain and …
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6 years ago
Derry Girls and Take That joining forces for tonight’s episode
Last week Derry Girls fans were gifted to a Spotify series of hits from the show, but the music is going to be mega tonight as tributes to Take That …
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6 years ago
‘You learn from those ahead or beside you on the journey’
‘Inspiring’ is a common word used to describe Donegal author Sharon Thompson.
In the past few years, she has become a best-selling author, columnist, founder of her own writing group …
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6 years ago
Eco-action with Joanne: Why water workshops could do the world of good
Water, it’s a big issue, there’s no getting around it and it’s not going anywhere… the issue that is!
Looking at the current weather, it may hard now to …
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6 years ago
Remembrance service for babies in Letterkenny
A special Interdenominational Service of Remembrance will be held in Letterkenny this month for those who have suffered the loss of a baby.
The ceremony is for those who have …
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6 years ago
The Derry Girls have their own playlists we’re buzzing off them already
Episode two of the new Derry Girls series was another great night’s craic.
We loved the badass Ms De Brún, the Christmas cupboard raid and the return of Uncle Collum …
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6 years ago
How computing legend Kay McNulty helped change the world
Creeslough native Kay McNulty, who was one of the very first computer programmers in the world, is featured in a new book launched today. What have the Irish ever done for …
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6 years ago
Will this Donegal man play the hero in a First Dates love story?
Letterkenny engineer Conor Downey is set to feature on First Dates Ireland tonight (Thursday).
Conor is a self-confessed Batman and animation fanatic who is on the lookout for a match …
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6 years ago
‘If we only ever whisper about women’s health issues, it adds to the stigma’
Letterkenny physiotherapist Lorraine Boyce is leading the way with her passion for women’s health.
Lorraine is the founder of the only dedicated private Women’s Health Physiotherapy Clinic in Donegal. Through …
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6 years ago
Donegal woman convicted for animal welfare offences
A woman from Drumkeen has been fined €100 and ordered to pay €725.08 to the ISPCA to cover veterinary costs after she was convicted of failing to provide sufficient food …
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6 years ago
Pioneering Donegal businesswoman to be honoured on International Women’s Day
Killygordan native Bridget Desmond originated Shirt Stitching in Claudy and established the first of the famous Desmond’s shirt factories.
Born in 1862, Bridget settled in Claudy in Derry and married John Desmond.
6 years ago
Five class moments from the return of Derry Girls
Amidst the Brexit crisis and endless talk about the border, there’s been one thing that’s bringing everyone together, and that’s Derry Girls.
The Channel4 comedy was back on our screens …
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6 years ago
New mums urged to donate to Ireland’s human milk bank
Ireland’s only human milk bank, based in Enniskillen, has provided help for hundreds of babies since it opened in 2000. Supported by breastfeeding mothers, the milk bank provides very special help for …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: The mum and daughter duo sharing a little piece of Donegal in Dublin
Shop owners Carol and Linda-Mae Meagle love to showcase some of the best of the north west in the city.
Nestled in the heart of Dublin, their Donegal Shop is a treasure …
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6 years ago
The new Derry Girls is just days away, but the previews are already cracker
Set your reminders for Tuesday 5th March at 9.15pm for the return of the 90’s gang to Channel 4.
The new episodes are set to be bigger and bolder, with the …
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6 years ago
‘We need change’ – Women’s Day event to examine balance in local politics
This year’s International Women’s Day Theme is ‘Balance for Better’. It is a call-to-action for driving gender balance across the world.
On Thursday 7th March in Letterkenny Library …
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6 years ago
No rural romance for Annah on First Dates
The popular 20-year-old student from Malin was on the hunt for a farmer on the RTE dating show. Things were looking good when she was paired with shy Daniel (23) …
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6 years ago
American family hopes to find long lost relatives in Donegal
A family in America have launched a search to find their long-lost relatives ahead of a trip to South Donegal this year.
The Devers, (originally Diver), have traced their family …
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6 years ago
Donegal parents warned about horrifying ‘suicide game’
Gardai have issued a warning over a ‘game’ on social media which challenges people to self-harm.
The game is called ‘Momo’ and targets both children and vulnerable people via Facebook …
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6 years ago
How Sharon has social media for business all sussed out
by Sharon Hearty, a Donegal Town-based coach in Strategic Digital & Social Communication for CEOs & Senior Executives and Entrepreneurs
No longer is the social media space just for the younger generation or …
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6 years ago
Aldi’s new Shamrock Gin is about to be a go-to St. Patrick’s Day tipple
Aldi Ireland has announced today that it will be selling Shamrock Infused Gin in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
Made by Listoke Distillery in Co. Louth, Tower Gin’s …
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6 years ago
New Mná na hÉireann fund aims to empower 1,000 women
The Mná na hÉireann – Women of Ireland Fund has been launched today to empower 1,000 women to secure employment across Ireland over the next three years.
The fund will be …
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6 years ago
Letterkenny woman set to continue Donegal’s winning streak!
Letterkenny woman Teresa Shiels has been revealed among the next five lucky guests – right after a Killygordan man had his own success on the show.
Gerard Muldoon from the …
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6 years ago
Patrick Gildea Hairdressing lead the way with suicide awareness training
The team at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing are no strangers to self-development and educational training, however they took it one step further last week and participated in the SafeTALK alertness training …
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6 years ago
Tea & Toast: Inishowen mammy meet-up to discuss alternative therapies
Orla McGowan and Caroline Doherty will be guest speakers at the next Tea & Toast meeting for all local mums on 20th February 2019.
The Tea & Toast is an …
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6 years ago
Donegal man taking on toughest test in memory of his biggest supporter
The Bridgend man is known for his hurling and Gaelic success in Burt and for Donegal, but he has recently trained as an adventure-racer.
This year will see Andrew …
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6 years ago
Don’t be a fool for love: Gardaí issue warning over online dating
Valentine’s Day may be all about love, but gardaí are taking a hard line against romance scams today.
An increased number of Irish people have fallen victim to money grabbing …
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6 years ago
Romance at ‘The Woods’ Wedding Fayre takes place this Sunday
The award-winning Mulroy Woods hotel in Milford is hosting their annual Wedding Fayre this Sunday 10th February from 2-5pm.
Future brides and grooms will be welcomed to a stunning afternoon …
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6 years ago
How to curl your hair… and make it last!
We all love beautiful, bouncy, flawless curls! But do you know what is even better? Beautiful, flawless curled hair that lasts all day!
Irish Hairdressing Federation Icon Patrick Gildea …
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6 years ago
Ciara Doherty’s husband applauds ‘incredible’ nurses following birth of baby girl
Presenter and reporter Ciara Doherty from Letterkenny gave birth to a healthy baby girl, weighing 7lbs, in National Maternity Hospital on Monday.
Experiencing the birth of their first child during …
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6 years ago
How Aine and her team pave the way for better Donegal roads
The people of Donegal have been seeing major roadworks in all parts of the county recently. But did you know they are the culmination of years of work to improve …
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6 years ago
Single? Would you ‘love’ to be on the Late Late? Here’s your chance!
Love will be in the air again this weekend with the return of the *ahem* romantic episode which will play host to over 200 singletons.
They are looking for fun …
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6 years ago
Incredible charity donations presented in memory of Sammy and Tory Johnston
The Johnston family ball in honour of the late Sammy and Tory Johnston has been hailed as a huge success.
Tory Johnston was 17-years-old when she passed away in 2015. Her …
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6 years ago
Having a baby in 2019? 10 things you need to know
Anne Doherty Quinn is a hypnobirthing instructor at ‘Simply Birth Donegal‘. Through classes and workshops, she helps parents take the fear out of childbirth.
So you’re delighted to be pregnant but suddenly …
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6 years ago
Hanna Hats reaches a new peak
The team, who are famous for their Peaky Blinders style creations, unveiled their new collection in collaboration with InterTradeIreland Fusion graduate Rachel Blanckensee and North West Regional College at Ireland’s Creative Expo …
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6 years ago
Tributes paid to popular young men killed in Donegal crash
A dark cloud has descended on the community of Gaoth Dobhair and beyond following a horrific accident on Sunday night.
Gardai have this evening released pictures of the four friends …
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6 years ago
‘Fifty Shades’ author E L James is back with a new steamy novel
The woman behind the global Fifty Shades phenomenon is about to send hearts racing again with the reveal of a new book.
E L James has just announced a brand …
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6 years ago
Brilliant Bernie is named a Global Hero of Hope
An inspirational Donegal woman has been named as a ‘Global Hero of Hope’ by Relay for Life.
Bernie Gallagher, from the Rosses, is one of the founding members of Relay …
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6 years ago
How this model from Gweedore is making waves on fashion week
Ferdia Gallagher, 19, is living a Parisian lifestyle that’s far from his rural Gaeltacht hometown.
Men’s Fashion Week in the French capital has seen Ferdia walking for fashion label Céline …
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6 years ago
Donegal wedding showcase offering €1,000 in vouchers for all couples
A special showcase at the Abbey Hotel and the Central Hotel in Donegal Town is offering couples a great gift as they plan their special days.
The Abbey Hotel and the …
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6 years ago
‘Fun Moves’ course to help Donegal children with Dyspraxia
A new workshop series is beginning in Carndonagh this February for children with Dyspraxia/DCD or motor coordination difficulties.
The Fun Moves programme, to be held on Wednesday evenings in St. …
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6 years ago
Watch: This Donegal woman had the best reaction to seeing her sister in Australia
Leona Russell recently phoned home to Letterkenny asking for tea bags to be sent to her in Australia. Little did she know that a special delivery was on the way!
Serena …
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6 years ago
New Year wardrobe clear-out? Why not donate to this Syrian clothing appeal
The Letterkenny Islamic Association and the Donegal Intercultural Platform are carrying out another clothing appeal to help Syrian refugees in refugee camps.
The last date for drop off is the …
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6 years ago
Hero teacher Dawn Croke to be laid to rest today
Dungloe will come to a standstill today for the funeral of one its best-loved young citizens.
Teacher Dawn Croke, who was in her 30s, died on Thursday last when she …
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