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As Danielle’s mother Andrea Brannigan prepares for the trial of the accused killer, she said there isn’t a day that goes by that she doesn’t worry about financing the legal battle.

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Irish-Canadian actress Amybeth and her Anne with a E co-stars and crew are celebrating after winning Best Drama at the high-profile Canadian Screen Awards last night.

Critically acclaimed Netflix drama Anne with …
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Donegal actors Sean Ó Baoill, Brídín Ní Mhaoldomhnaigh, Gort an Choirce’s Máirín Dé Buitléir, and Falcarragh actor Pól Penrose were among the partygoers at John Keogh’s Bar & Restaurant and …
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Amanda Byram and David Gillick, members of the Vhi Support Team, today launched the 2018 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon.

The event, now in its 36th year, will be moving back …
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The Mna na Rosann celebration at CDP na Rosann gave a snapshot into the varied lives of all women, including carers, mothers, businesswomen and women in the community.

The event was organised by …
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The CSO has found that there are more women than men in the country – 97.8 males for every 100 females. Women are better educated, married younger and live longer than …
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Ballybofey & Stranorlar Chamber of Commerce interviewed prominent business women in the Twin Towns and asked what insights and words of wisdom they would pass on to entrepreneurs following in their footsteps.

Annemarie …
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Warehouse Bar + Kitchen are hosting a “Women In Business Brunch” this Thursday the 8th March at 1pm. As it’s International Women’s Day, and Donegal Local Enterprise Week, Warehouse are combining …
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Just one in three (36%) Irish adults have attended or watched a women’s sports event in the past year, compared to 75% of people attending major men’s events.

In comparison with the …
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Treat your mum to a delicious 5-course Mother’s Day Lunch in the 4* Radisson Blu Letterkenny on Sunday 11th March from 12.30-3pm. Book a table of 4 adults or more …
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Motivated pupils are now being invited to enrol at Donegal’s first fully-private Beauty College, which opened this month in Letterkenny.

The Saffron College of Hair and Beauty  opened at Tobins …
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Details of the fun female-led RunDonegal 2018 event have been finalised this week, which is expected to draw large crowds again for a great cause.

The proceeds from this year’s …
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The ‘Beast from the East’ is set to clash with Storm Emma later this week, creating a significant adverse weather event that will affect travel, along with freezing conditions.

Donegal’s …
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Fashion guru and TV star Gok Wan is to make a special appearance in the North West next month on his hugely popular roadshow.

This time round Gok is teaming with …
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International bestselling author Lorna Byrne was due to host a charity event at Clanree Hotel this February 28th.

However, with the incoming storm and snow this week, she has decided …
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Letterkenny Musical Society will present the outrageous “Nine to Five” to the boards of An Grianán Theatre from Tuesday 27th February to Saturday, 3rd March.

One Donegal Woman reader has …
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by Nora Flanagan

Arranmore RNLI Lifeboat Station has welcomed new President Majella O’Donnell and three new crew members Sebastian Sebo, Sharon O’Donnell, and Erin Mc Cafferty.

Wife of world-famous singer …
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A Donegal man will feature in an Ireland’s Got Talent episode that’s set to be filled with stunning moments this week.

Martin McGuinness (51) from Ardara will be taking to …
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Anam Cara the organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold a Bereavement Information Evening on Tuesday 6th March from 19:00 to 21:00 in the Waterfront Hotel, Dungloe, Co. Donegal.

The event …
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Hi Ladies,

Before I get into what’s new for Spring Summer 2018, we are so excited here in McElhinneys to announce the official opening of our new Beauty Hall, with …
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Pro-life and pro-choice groups have set up stands and held demonstrations to share their views with voters ahead of the upcoming May referendum.

A Cabinet meeting is taking place today …
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As Spring Summer 2018 launches us into another fashion season, McElhinneys have paved out their plan for the year to embrace individuality, originality and staying true to yourself.

The new ‘Be …
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Caitlín has this week been unveiled as one of the Seachtain na Gaeilge 2018 ambassadors – taking on the role alongside All Star winner Noel McGrath and Snapchat star James Patrice.

As a TG4 …
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Daniel O’Donnell is well-known as a generous supporter of charities, but it seems he may be feeling the pinch in his personal funds after his big home makeover!

The singing …
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The Poet’s Corner at Radisson Blu have a delightful offer with wonderful extras this Valentine’s Week.

With AA Rosette award-winning food and romantic surroundings, Poet’s Corner has an offering that …
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Warehouse Bar + Kitchen in Letterkenny are giving single people the chance to find a date just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Tonight is the night of ‘Blind Fate – …
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A recent survey estimates that lovebirds around Ireland will be spending up to €200 million on their Valentine’s this year. Good news for restaurants and card shops, no doubt!

Irish …
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Valentine’s at the 4* Radisson Blu, Letterkenny is set to be a romantic and fun event with two fabulous nights to celebrate the occasion.

With AA Rosette award winning food …
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The five-star Lough Eske Castle outside Donegal Town have a wonderful Winter Warmer package this season running until March 8th. The spa and afternoon tea package invites guests to pamper themselves …
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Years of campaigning have led to the momentous moment that redheads discovered they’re getting an emoji.

This week it was announced that 12 new redhead emojis are being launched for …
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First up in the kitchen will be weather and National Lottery presenter, Nuala Carey.

Joining Nuala over the six-part series will be Irish musicians Paul Harrington, who famously won the …
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Diana, Stephen, Bethany and Scott Robb have been selected from a nationwide search for the cast of an upcoming commercial.

The local family, represented by Karen Gorman Academy, were deemed the perfect …
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It was a date that was doomed from the start – pairing a Donegal woman with a Cork man created all sorts of complications, but this reality series has been …
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There are just two weeks left until one of Donegal’s biggest beauty events of the year, and tickets are selling fast. As an exclusive treat for Donegal Woman readers, we …
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Fans of international bestselling author Lorna Byrne are looking forward to her special event at the Clanree Hotel this February 28th.

The Dublin-born mother of four is said to …
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Chloe Boyle and Aimee Gallagher, pupils from Abbey Vocational School, have been named regional finalists in the 2018 Mount Charles Big School Cook Off, progressing to the grand finale in …
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The brave Letterkenny man passed away peacefully at the Donegal Hospice on Thursday, 1st February.

Michael, aged 40, was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer late last year.

The married …
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Catriona McEleney and Agnes Doherty are launching a new siblings’ group at iCARE this month to focus on the experiences of the brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

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A HSE Antenatal Breastfeeding Preparation Class will take place in Letterkenny this month for all pregnant woman, their partners and interested family members.

The class, taking place on Friday 23rd February, will offer practical information on various aspects of breastfeeding.

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Convoy schoolgirl Mikaela Breen will be starting her road to recovery after undergoing spinal surgery in the UK today.

The 8-year-old is said to be safe and sound with her …
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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced last night the details of the referendum, which will ask the people if they want to delete article 40.3.3 and insert a new clause to enable the …
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The repeal and enable proposal announced by the Cabinet tonight is ‘a clear pathway to ensuring realistic abortion access’, the Abortion Rights Campaign has said.

Following Taoiseach Leo …
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After 30 years in the teaching profession, Donegal woman Michelle Ramsay has taken on the role of Principal of the integrated Model PS.

In the historic move, Mrs Ramsay replaces …
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Donegal Women in Business Network present their first event of the year on next Tuesday night January 30th in Jackson’s Hotel Ballybofey 7.30pm. Registration from 7pm.

A “Marketing, Motivation and Planning For The Year Ahead” workshop will …
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Derry-born stage and screen writer Lisa McGee says she is currently co-writing a thriller titled ‘The Deceived‘ with her husband, actor Tobias Beer, which will be set between Donegal and …
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Following a distribution error, it has been found that certain batches of Galaxy Milk Bars and Maltesers Fun Size Bags sold in Ireland could carry a possible presence of Salmonella.

In …
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Donegal people have their pick of places to go for a delightful afternoon tea party these days: from cute cafes to top-class hotels, there is a great variety of venues …
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The woman, named locally as Louise Furey from Glenties, had only arrived in the country on Wednesday last on holiday.

She was along with her long-term boyfriend Sam Bulmer.

Ms …
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Local wedding decor company Happily Ever After is offering couples an extra special offer on packages booked in January 2018, with a chance to win free a church display!

Happily …
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Donegal will have two businesses in the National Finals of the competition for Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur (IBYE) in March after Thomas McLaughlin of Tadáias and Ciara McGlynn …
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