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Donegal Woman Author - Rachel McLaughlin


Rachel McLaughlin is the editor of DonegalWoman.ie. Get in touch by emailing news@donegalwoman.ie
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Derry Girls scoop ‘Best Comedy’ Broadcast Award 6 years ago

Derry Girls scoop ‘Best Comedy’ Broadcast Award

Our favourite Derry Girls were crowned Best Comedy at the 2019 UK Broadcast Awards.

This is just one more accolade for the hit Channel 4 series, which has previously won …
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Courageous Caitlín hits the road in memory of beloved grandad 6 years ago

Courageous Caitlín hits the road in memory of beloved grandad

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Caitlín Mc Gonigle, aged 17, will undertake a 280km charity tractor run from Dublin to Mayo this April 19th while keeping memories of her grandad Paddy Duffy close to her …
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Measles outbreak in Donegal sparks health warning 6 years ago

Measles outbreak in Donegal sparks health warning

A measles outbreak has been declared in Donegal today following two confirmed cases.

The outbreak has been linked to a third level institution in Galway.

The HSE has urged the …
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Here’s where Donegal’s winning EuroMillions Plus ticket was sold 6 years ago

Here’s where Donegal’s winning EuroMillions Plus ticket was sold

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There was a lot of excitement last night when it emerged that the EuroMillions Plus jackpot of €500,000 was won by a player in Donegal.

We can reveal that the winning ticket …
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A Donegal person has just won HALF A MILLION in EuroMillions Plus! 6 years ago

A Donegal person has just won HALF A MILLION in EuroMillions Plus!

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Feeling lucky? It’s time to check those lotto tickets.

The National Lottery has revealed that one lucky player in Donegal has matched all five Euromillions Plus numbers tonight and it’s …
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Baby joy as Ciara Doherty welcomes first child 6 years ago

Baby joy as Ciara Doherty welcomes first child

By  •  Life

Donegal presenter Ciara Doherty has welcomed her first child with husband Richard Stern.

Ciara, who is the host of TV3’s Ireland AM, had a baby girl on Monday, Xpose.ie reports.


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Renowned singer to be honoured at Gradam Ceoil 6 years ago

Renowned singer to be honoured at Gradam Ceoil

By  •  Life

Ní Dhomhnaill, who has strong roots in Donegal, will join a world-class line-up at this year’s live concert and awards show in Belfast on Sunday 17th February.

Born in Co. Meath to …
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Engagement ring lost in Donegal – can you help? 6 years ago

Engagement ring lost in Donegal – can you help?

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A woman has issued a plea after losing her engagement ring in Dungloe.

Karen Meehan lost her ring (pictured below) on the Main Street in Dungloe on Sunday night close …
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Uncertainty continues over Donegal’s second Breast Surgeon 6 years ago

Uncertainty continues over Donegal’s second Breast Surgeon

Health Minister Simon Harris has failed to provide any new assurances that a second permanent Breast Surgeon will be appointed to Letterkenny University Hospital, according to Pearse Doherty TD.

A …
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‘One simple favour’ – remembering Danielle’s kindness on her 30th birthday 6 years ago

‘One simple favour’ – remembering Danielle’s kindness on her 30th birthday

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Danielle was 28 years old when she was murdered while backpacking in Goa, India in March 2017. Her family continues to fight for justice.

The popular Buncrana native would have …
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She Said Club reveal new line-up for Women’s Day event in Donegal 6 years ago

She Said Club reveal new line-up for Women’s Day event in Donegal

The She Said Club has announced a revamped line-up for the ‘Nourish to Flourish’ conference for women on Saturday 9th March 2019.

The stunning Shandon Hotel is the venue for this …
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Ailish McBride is singing for success on Glór Tíre 6 years ago

Ailish McBride is singing for success on Glór Tíre

Talented singer Ailish McBride is calling on Donegal to support her on a thrilling journey through Ireland’s biggest country music talent show.

The 19-year-old student is one of six finalists in …
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‘It’s time the world opened their eyes to body insecurities’ 6 years ago

‘It’s time the world opened their eyes to body insecurities’

Four years ago, Mariam Murphy (21) developed a skin condition that changed her life.

She was living and studying in Letterkenny when she began suffering from an unusual blistering rash. …
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Five day snow-ice warning issued ahead of cold snap 6 years ago

Five day snow-ice warning issued ahead of cold snap

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Temperatures are set to dip on Tuesday to bring freezing conditions and wintry weather to the county for the rest of the week.

Snow accumulations are expected in Donegal over the …
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Collum sisters take home €25,000 from their ‘Twinning Streak’! 6 years ago

Collum sisters take home €25,000 from their ‘Twinning Streak’!

There’ll be big celebrations in the Corner Bar Falcarragh today as ‘t-Winning’ twins Maggie and Rosie Collum return from a successful night on Winning Streak.

The identical sisters had double …
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A great and grim adventure awaits this Donegal actress 6 years ago

A great and grim adventure awaits this Donegal actress

Donegal woman Louise Connaghan is about to embark on a national tour in a show that sees her play 40 characters and die 10 times – but who’s counting?

Louise …
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‘I am really glad to be back doing what I love’ – Maria follows her dream 6 years ago

‘I am really glad to be back doing what I love’ – Maria follows her dream

Formally known as The Happy Camper, the well-known singer/songwriter launches her new album ‘I Choose to Love.’

Songwriting for 20 years, I Choose To Love is Maria’s first collection of …
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The Collum sisters are on a Twinning Streak! 6 years ago

The Collum sisters are on a Twinning Streak!

A Donegal twin has been selected to appear on Winning Streak on RTE One this weekend – ten years after her identical sister appeared on the show!

Rosie and Maggie …
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Free local mental health programme beginning soon 6 years ago

Free local mental health programme beginning soon

The mental health education and wellness programme will take place in the Pastoral Centre in Letterkenny, commencing on Wednesday, January 30th and concluding on February 20th.

The programme includes four …
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Events: A celebratory year begins for Donegal Women in Business 6 years ago

Events: A celebratory year begins for Donegal Women in Business

Twenty years ago, local women in enterprise gained a group that they could belong to, gain support from and contribute to in their own unique way.

The voluntary non-profit network …
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The Derry Girls are getting their own mural, so they are 6 years ago

The Derry Girls are getting their own mural, so they are

A massive mural is being created in Derry in celebration of the hit comedy series Derry Girls.

The second season is just months away, so it’s only right that they …
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Deirdre’s delight as Harvey’s Point is named best hotel in Ireland 6 years ago

Deirdre’s delight as Harvey’s Point is named best hotel in Ireland

Donegal hotelier Deirdre McGlone and the team at Harvey’s Point are on a high after regaining their top place on the list of Ireland’s Top Hotels.

The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice yesterday …
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Up to 6,000 women facing repeat smear tests 6 years ago

Up to 6,000 women facing repeat smear tests

The HSE has confirmed that a problem was reported by an external laboratory over delays in processing initial tests.

The HSE said in November 2018 Quest Laboratories advised CervicalCheck, the …
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Limitless fun to be had at this I.D. friendly disco 6 years ago

Limitless fun to be had at this I.D. friendly disco

The ‘No Limits’ disco is making a welcome return to Letterkenny this Friday 25th January.

The inclusive disco is a fun night out for adults with intellectual disabilities over the age …
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Warm welcome for the Butterfly Bereavement Room at LUH 6 years ago

Warm welcome for the Butterfly Bereavement Room at LUH

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A new bereavement room was recently opened in the LUH Maternity Unit called the Butterfly Room, taking inspiration from Féileacáin, the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland.

Kind donations …
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WATCH: DJs left in stitches by Donegal woman’s cheeky business name 6 years ago

WATCH: DJs left in stitches by Donegal woman’s cheeky business name

Inishowen entrepreneur Laura Bonner received an unexpected call yesterday that has led to one of the week’s best comedy moments on radio.

BBC Radio 1 presenting duo Scott Mills and …
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The Henry Girls trace musical roots in upcoming TV series 6 years ago

The Henry Girls trace musical roots in upcoming TV series

The Mc Loughlin Sisters, AKA The Henry Girls, will be the focus of this Sunday’s Ceol ón Chlann on TG4 at 10.30pm.

Musicians Karen, Lorna and Joleen were nurtured musically by their Celtic roots and were …
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Young entrepreneur Katie triumphs in Irish Women’s Awards 6 years ago

Young entrepreneur Katie triumphs in Irish Women’s Awards

The 18-year-old was named as Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the inaugural Irish Women’s Awards 2019 last night.

Review: Pro facial and pampering in Allure @ Patrick Gildea 6 years ago

Review: Pro facial and pampering in Allure @ Patrick Gildea

There are so many reasons to treat yourself and your skin in January. It’s a new start, your skin is constantly battling the cold, central heating and exercise regimes, and …
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Weather warning: Donegal set for freezing conditions and snow 6 years ago

Weather warning: Donegal set for freezing conditions and snow

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People are being warned to take care this Monday night and Tuesday daytime due to snow and ice. Slippery conditions are expected with the overnight accumulation of ice and snow …
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Blue Monday? It’s all about ‘brew Monday’ today 6 years ago

Blue Monday? It’s all about ‘brew Monday’ today

Today, the third Monday of January, is known as the most miserable day of the year. But it doesn’t have to be.

A cosy Samaritans campaign is running today to get people …
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Sarah Jessica Parker has a lot of love for one Donegal shop 6 years ago

Sarah Jessica Parker has a lot of love for one Donegal shop

By  •  Life

Donegal design company Studio Donegal has gained a wonderful endorsement from US actress Sarah Jessica Parker.

The Sex and the City star, who has a holiday home in Kilcar, shared …
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Ambitious Donegal women win pageant crowns 6 years ago

Ambitious Donegal women win pageant crowns

By  •  Life

Christina Williamson from Dungloe and Victoria Lily Tully from Manorcunningham both triumphed at last Saturday’s event to take home winning crowns.

Hairdresser and childcare assistant Christina Williamson, aged 24, won …
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Woman denied abortion for fatal foetal abnormality, Dáil told 6 years ago

Woman denied abortion for fatal foetal abnormality, Dáil told

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A woman in Ireland who is carrying a baby with a fatal foetal abnormality has been refused a termination, the Dáil was told today.

The issue sparked heated debate when raised …
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The Women’s Inspire Donegal line-up is revealed! 6 years ago

The Women’s Inspire Donegal line-up is revealed!

The Women’s Inspire Network is coming to Donegal on 10th April for one of the biggest business events of the year.

Set in Harvey’s Point, this one-day ‘Overcoming Challenges’ event will bring …
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Nikki gets set to motivate on Operation Transformation 6 years ago

Nikki gets set to motivate on Operation Transformation

Operation Transformation is set to gain another Donegal personality this series with the arrival of Nikki Bradley as the new challenge coordinator

Nikki, who is an adaptive adventurer and motivational …
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Sharon Thompson to launch new novel online 6 years ago

Sharon Thompson to launch new novel online

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Donegal-based author Sharon Thompson is planning a book launch with a difference when she releases her second novel – The Healer.

Sharon, who is from Sligo and lives in Moville, …
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Donegal Women in Business Network prepare to celebrate 20th anniversary 6 years ago

Donegal Women in Business Network prepare to celebrate 20th anniversary

Donegal Women in Business Network are marking a milestone year in 2019, celebrating 20 years of success for the voluntary, not-for-profit, peer-support group for local women.

The DWBN 20th anniversary celebrations …
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Lucky Annmarie wins an amazing €52,000 on Winning Streak! 6 years ago

Lucky Annmarie wins an amazing €52,000 on Winning Streak!

Donegal-based businesswoman Annmarie Doherty had a very fortunate start to her year after winning a whopping €52,000 on RTE’s Winning Streak.

Getting to spin the famous wheel never came into the …
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Charity concert to celebrate memory of inspirational local mum 6 years ago

Charity concert to celebrate memory of inspirational local mum

By  •  Life

A top line-up will be taking to the stage at New Hall Falcarragh on 20th February to celebrate the life of Falcarragh’s Mary Ruddy and to raise funds for Relay …
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Gardaí end search for missing GP in Donegal 6 years ago

Gardaí end search for missing GP in Donegal

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Gardaí have today finished a local search as part of the investigation into the disappearance of Deirdre O’Flaherty.

The land excavation at a site in Milford was called off without …
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Heartache over tragic death of beloved Dungloe teacher 6 years ago

Heartache over tragic death of beloved Dungloe teacher

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Dawn Croke, a popular teacher and former Dungloe Mary, was tragically killed in an incident close to St Crona’s National School on Thursday evening.

Ms Croke, who was in her …
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Getting married in 2019? RTE want to plan your wedding for free 6 years ago

Getting married in 2019? RTE want to plan your wedding for free

Did you get engaged over the Christmas season? If so, congrats!

Now that the excitement is settling after the big proposals, thoughts are turning to wedding planning – dates, venues, …
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‘It is an honour’ – Glenties-born cybersecurity expert wins prestigious award 6 years ago

‘It is an honour’ – Glenties-born cybersecurity expert wins prestigious award

Queen’s University Belfast Professor Máire O’Neill has been awarded US$30,000 in the Blavatnik Awards, which honour outstanding young scientists under the age of 42.

Professor O’Neill, who is from Glenties, …
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Myrtle calls on Donegal to help with Belarus orphanage appeal 6 years ago

Myrtle calls on Donegal to help with Belarus orphanage appeal

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Ramelton couple Myrtle and Alan Doherty are back again with the Belarusian orphanage appeal -gathering a large stock of essential items, kindly donated by the people of Donegal to help …
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Majella O’Donnell announces departure from social media 6 years ago

Majella O’Donnell announces departure from social media

By  •  Life

Majella O’Donnell has decided to leave Facebook and Twitter for a better lifestyle this New Year.

The broadcaster and mental health campaigner made the announcement to her 12,000 Facebook followers …
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We love how the Twin Towns are celebrating women on Nollaig na mBan 6 years ago

We love how the Twin Towns are celebrating women on Nollaig na mBan

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Hundreds of colourful baubles have appeared on the Ballybofey/Stranorlar footbridge in celebration of Women’s Little Christmas.

The eye-catching exhibition contains festive decorations with messages, mementos and photos of local women. Mothers, …
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Abortion helpline ‘busy’ as services begin in Ireland 6 years ago

Abortion helpline ‘busy’ as services begin in Ireland

Around 20 women sought terminations on January 1st – the first day of abortion services being legal in Ireland.

The HSE has officially commenced free, safe and legal termination services …
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Ramona Nicholas’ stunning home impresses on Celebrity Home of the Year 6 years ago

Ramona Nicholas’ stunning home impresses on Celebrity Home of the Year

Donegal businesswoman Ramona Nicholas revealed the stunning interiors of her Bundoran home for charity on RTE’s Celebrity Home of the Year 2018.

The joint MD of the Cara Group and …
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How Lisa’s gift evokes ‘just happy tears’ around the world 6 years ago

How Lisa’s gift evokes ‘just happy tears’ around the world

Donegal writer Lisa McKelvey, founder of JustHappyTears, has spent the past two years preserving personal life and love stories into poetic gifts.

It’s not unusual for her to be found …
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