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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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Special Olympian Vicki the toast of Donegal

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Special Olympian Vicki McGill was the toast of Donegal on Thursday night after receiving a Civic Reception.

The members of the Letterkenny/Milford Municipal District were delighted to confer a …
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Gallery: Maria McCormack sets out to make waves with new music station 10 months ago

Gallery: Maria McCormack sets out to make waves with new music station

Music pulsed from Devlin Hall in Letterkenny today as talented local artists celebrated the launch of Over the West Radio.

Founded by Letterkenny singer-songwriter Maria McCormack, the online station offers …
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Patrick Gildea Hairdressing crowned Best Salon in Ulster! 10 months ago

Patrick Gildea Hairdressing crowned Best Salon in Ulster!

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Patrick Gildea Hairdressing continues to reign supreme in the northwest after scooping two coveted awards from Ireland’s leading Celebrity Magazine RSVP.

The Letterkenny salon was named ‘The Best Hair Salon …
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‘Empower Her’ seminar in Lifford to tackle barriers for women in politics 11 months ago

‘Empower Her’ seminar in Lifford to tackle barriers for women in politics

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Donegal County Council will host the ‘EMPOWER HER’ seminar this month, aimed at exploring strategies to enhance female representation in politics.

The event which is …
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Claire’s Self Care Wellness Fair to raise funds for brave friend Olivia Robb 11 months ago

Claire’s Self Care Wellness Fair to raise funds for brave friend Olivia Robb

A powerful wellness and community event returns to Letterkenny this May with the second annual ‘Self Care Wellness Fair’.

The free fundraising fair takes place at the Silver Tassie Hotel …
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Gaoth Dobhair singer HannahB takes next step to stardom 11 months ago

Gaoth Dobhair singer HannahB takes next step to stardom

A young Gaoth Dobhair singer/songwriter is on the cusp of the biggest gig of her career this week.

Hannah Mc Fadden isn’t just headlining a hometown show at The Social …
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‘You are not alone’ – Letterkenny Darkness into Light walk leads with message of support and hope 11 months ago

‘You are not alone’ – Letterkenny Darkness into Light walk leads with message of support and hope

Communities across Donegal will be rising and shining as beacons of hope this Saturday to walk from Darkness into Light for Pieta.

The Letterkenny sunrise walk is the largest in …
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Ballyshannon’s Pauline Donagher rings in 80th birthday raising €2,000 for charity! 11 months ago

Ballyshannon’s Pauline Donagher rings in 80th birthday raising €2,000 for charity!

Featured photo by Karen Skelly Donegal 

When Ballyshannon’s Pauline Donagher recently reached the milestone of 80 years young, she wanted to turn the great occasion into something even better!

Pauline, a …
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Donegal student honoured as outstanding female cycling ambassador 11 months ago

Donegal student honoured as outstanding female cycling ambassador

St Catherine’s Vocational School student, Clara McGuinness, has been recognised as an Outstanding Ambassador for female cycling in Ireland.

Miss McGuinness is one of 3 ambassadors honoured for their exceptional …
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Stories of extraordinary Donegal women featured in new book and exhibition 11 months ago

Stories of extraordinary Donegal women featured in new book and exhibition

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The diverse experiences of two Rossnowlagh women are featured in a collection of photography portraits in a ground-breaking limited edition book – ‘Empower Her’.

The book is a debut project …
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Gardaí shine a light on domestic abuse supports for Go Purple Day 11 months ago

Gardaí shine a light on domestic abuse supports for Go Purple Day

This Friday, Donegal gardaí will join the nationwide initiative, Go Purple Day, to raise awareness about domestic abuse and the vital support services available to victims.

Gardaí across the Donegal …
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Endometriosis event aims to drive forward a vital conversation 11 months ago

Endometriosis event aims to drive forward a vital conversation

There was a large turnout for a documentary screening on endometriosis in Letterkenny last night, where what happens ‘below the belt’ was no longer a taboo, but an open talking …
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Gallery: Patrick Gildea Hairdressing rallies for beloved friend Patrice McCrossan 11 months ago

Gallery: Patrick Gildea Hairdressing rallies for beloved friend Patrice McCrossan

Adorned with blue ribbons and hairdryers at the ready, the Patrick Gildea Hairdressing team in Letterkenny held a heartfelt fundraiser this afternoon for former team member Patrice McCrossan.

Patrice, a …
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Gifts to treasure from Stevens Jewellers Letterkenny 11 months ago

Gifts to treasure from Stevens Jewellers Letterkenny

Stevens Jewellers Letterkenny is bursting with beautiful new season collections this spring!

There’s something for everyone, whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to add some sparkle to …
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Gallery: Central Hotel celebrates a new culinary chapter at Chapman’s 11 months ago

Gallery: Central Hotel celebrates a new culinary chapter at Chapman’s

The celebrations were in full swing at Central Hotel in Donegal Town last night as a stunning transformation was unveiled at Chapman’s Restaurant.

Dining @ Central Hotel is a new …
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Chelsea garners new fans after incredible Glór Tíre experience 11 months ago

Chelsea garners new fans after incredible Glór Tíre experience

She may not have emerged as the winner of TG4’s Glór Tíre but Dunfanaghy woman Chelsea Evans has a lot of new fans.

Chelsea was one of the first to …
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Danu Young Women’s Choir announces special spring show 11 months ago

Danu Young Women’s Choir announces special spring show

The award-winning Danu Young Women’s Choir have announced details of a Spring concert at a very special venue with some exciting guests.

The historic Guildhall in Derry will provide the …
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And just like that…. Sarah Jessica Parker is an Irish radio fan! 11 months ago

And just like that…. Sarah Jessica Parker is an Irish radio fan!

Sarah Jessica Parker has revealed another classical connection to Ireland through her love for RTÉ radio.

The ‘And Just Like That…’ actress was tuning into the serene sounds of RTE …
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Over 250 women taking on multi-sport adventure this Saturday 11 months ago

Over 250 women taking on multi-sport adventure this Saturday

Gartan will be buzzing with activity this Saturday as Donegal Sports Partnership along with sponsors Team Donegal Oil will host the second Women’s Only Multi-Sport Adventure Challenge at Gartan Outdoor …
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The Elvis Spectacular Show comes to Gweedore! 11 months ago

The Elvis Spectacular Show comes to Gweedore!

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An unforgettable night of rock ‘n’ roll and Elvis Presley’s greatest hits awaits An Chúirt Hotel on Saturday, April 27th. The Elvis Spectacular Show is quite simply the …
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Ballybofey’s Laura Ní Aoidhne shows her grá for Irish in Leinster House 11 months ago

Ballybofey’s Laura Ní Aoidhne shows her grá for Irish in Leinster House

A Donegal woman has taken Leinster House by storm as part of her role as a TG4 intern.

Ballybofey native Laura Ní Aoidhne is working with the broadcaster as the …
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Glenswilly’s dancing queen ready to showcase Donegal at Rose of Tralee 11 months ago

Glenswilly’s dancing queen ready to showcase Donegal at Rose of Tralee

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Glenswilly dancer Niamh Shevlin is enjoying the afterglow as the weekend’s events sink in.

On Saturday night she was crowned as the 2024 Donegal Rose, impressing the judges amongst 16 …
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Tidy up planned at Little Angels burial grave in Letterkenny 11 months ago

Tidy up planned at Little Angels burial grave in Letterkenny

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Letterkenny University Hospital is inviting parents and their families who have experienced bereavement through the death of a child or who have lost a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, still …
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Magee of Donegal Mega Sale this weekend: Up to 70% Off! 11 months ago

Magee of Donegal Mega Sale this weekend: Up to 70% Off!

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It’s that time of year again. Magee of Donegal on the Diamond in Donegal Town are having their Mega Clearance Sale in store this weekend.

Starting on …
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New Donegal brand ‘Calculate Clothing’ multiplies style and comfort 11 months ago

New Donegal brand ‘Calculate Clothing’ multiplies style and comfort

Get ready to elevate your Athleisure game! Convoy woman Elaine Ayton has launched a brand new fashion line, Calculate Clothing, offering a unique mix of comfort and style.

Launched on …
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New spring sparkle at Stevens Jewellers Letterkenny 11 months ago

New spring sparkle at Stevens Jewellers Letterkenny

Letterkenny’s Stevens Jewellers is shining bright this spring with fabulous new collections.

The main street store has unveiled stunning new pieces that are perfect for every occasion and budget.

Discover …
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Gweedore designer blends elegance and luxury in new fashion brand 11 months ago

Gweedore designer blends elegance and luxury in new fashion brand

West Donegal designer Sarah Lorraine Gallagher is making a statement in soft power with the launch of Ireland’s newest luxury brand – Sarah Lorraine Donegal.

Driven by a passion for …
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North West 10K fashion show raises fantastic €6,475! 12 months ago

North West 10K fashion show raises fantastic €6,475!

The North West 10k charities are thrilled to announce that last week’s fashion show raised an amazing €6,475!

The glamorous event in the Radisson Blu hotel in Letterkenny saw local …
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Hotelier Aisling Arnold elected Chair of Donegal branch of IHF 12 months ago

Hotelier Aisling Arnold elected Chair of Donegal branch of IHF

Aisling Arnold, General Manager of Arnolds Hotel in Dunfanaghy, has been elected Chair of the Donegal Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF).

A fourth-generation hotelier and member of the …
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Powerful documentary tackling endometriosis to be screened in Letterkenny 12 months ago

Powerful documentary tackling endometriosis to be screened in Letterkenny

An award-winning documentary on women’s hidden struggles with endometriosis will be screened in Letterkenny this April.

‘Below the Belt’, executive produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton, sheds light on the often-ignored …
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Gallery: Community shines at style-filled North West 10k fashion show! 12 months ago

Gallery: Community shines at style-filled North West 10k fashion show!

Last night’s North West 10k Fashion Show was a memorable night of fashion, fun and fundraising!

Local personalities stepped out of their comfort zones and onto the catwalk of …
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Stranorlar strongwoman powers through pain to national competition 12 months ago

Stranorlar strongwoman powers through pain to national competition

A young Stranorlar woman is set to compete in the biggest Strongwoman competition in Ireland this weekend.

Megan Jennings will be one of 22 women pushing their limits lifting, throwing …
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Spring hair glow-up with Patrick Gildea’s Colour Experts! 1 year ago

Spring hair glow-up with Patrick Gildea’s Colour Experts!

Did you know, Patrick Gildea Hairdressing in Letterkenny has eight Certified Master Colour Experts? These advanced colourists have trained to an elite level of colour expertise, ensuring you receive the …
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Shandon Hotel and Spa celebrates eight years of success! 1 year ago

Shandon Hotel and Spa celebrates eight years of success!

The Shandon Hotel and Spa threw a celebratory bash last night to mark eight years since its revival.

The seaside hotel marked the anniversary with a lavish party for staff …
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Olivia’s thank you as Penneys fashion show raises amazing €5,190 1 year ago

Olivia’s thank you as Penneys fashion show raises amazing €5,190

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Newtowncunningham woman Oliva Robb has expressed her gratitude for the “effort, support and love” put into a hugely successful fashion show at Penneys Letterkenny.

€5,190 was raised on Tuesday as …
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Donegal TikTokker brews teatime meet-ups for content creators 1 year ago

Donegal TikTokker brews teatime meet-ups for content creators

Donegal TikTok star Mirenda Rosenberg has launched a ‘Content Creator Tea’ to help creators spill the tea on their challenges and share successes.

This networking event and workshop at the …
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Women in Construction programme now enrolling in Donegal 1 year ago

Women in Construction programme now enrolling in Donegal

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Are you currently unemployed and looking for a new career?

A new Letterkenny-based Women in Construction Programme is an excellent opportunity for women looking …
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Gallery: In true Penneys fashion… colleagues step up in style for Olivia Robb 1 year ago

Gallery: In true Penneys fashion… colleagues step up in style for Olivia Robb

You would have got a ticket for the Oscars easier than you would have got a ticket for tonight’s Penneys fashion show, as staff held a heartwarming fundraiser for a …
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Garda Rita Casey from Donegal delighted to be Mayo Person of the Year 1 year ago

Garda Rita Casey from Donegal delighted to be Mayo Person of the Year

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Malin Head native Rita Casey gratefully accepted the title of Mayo Person of the Year at an awards luncheon last weekend.

Rita Casey (née Doherty), who is living and working …
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Step back in time and relax at Ardtara Country House 1 year ago

Step back in time and relax at Ardtara Country House

Effortless relaxation awaits at Ardtara Country House, a luxurious escape nestled in the heart of County Derry.

From the moment you arrive, attentive service, a peaceful setting, and comforting fine …
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Brave stories empower as businesswomen unite across borders 1 year ago

Brave stories empower as businesswomen unite across borders

Powerful, raw and uplifting stories were shared on International Women’s Day as the Donegal Women in Business Network joined forces with the Enterprising Women of Mid and East Antrim for …
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Three Letterkenny nurses honoured for exceptional care 1 year ago

Three Letterkenny nurses honoured for exceptional care

Three outstanding nurses/midwives from Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) have been acknowledged for the meaningful difference they make in their patients’ lives.

At a ceremony in the …
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Symbolic art unveiled to encourage greater inclusion of women in local politics 1 year ago

Symbolic art unveiled to encourage greater inclusion of women in local politics

Killybegs Councillor Niamh Kennedy was among the female politicians celebrating this week’s unveiling of a powerful painting at Dublin’s Custom House for International Women’s Day.

The artwork, by former Leitrim …
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Nikki Bradley launches the 2024 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon 1 year ago

Nikki Bradley launches the 2024 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon

Donegal disability advocate and public speaker Nikki Bradley is setting out to inspire all walkers, joggers and runners to join this year’s Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon.

The 10km event, now …
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Brí Carr to share songs and stories at Derry’s Guildhall 1 year ago

Brí Carr to share songs and stories at Derry’s Guildhall

Ramelton singer-songwriter Brí Carr is preparing for a unique concert celebrating Irish Language Week 2024 at Derry’s Guildhall.

The event, titled “Mo Cheol Thú”, will be an evening of song …
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Claire McDonough elected new President of Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce 1 year ago

Claire McDonough elected new President of Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce

Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce has elected Claire McDonough as its new President.

Claire is the Co-Owner of La Maison Interior Design Studio and most recently served as Vice President and …
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Brilliant Bríd’s charity walking challenge tops €10k 1 year ago

Brilliant Bríd’s charity walking challenge tops €10k

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Unstoppable Bríd ‘Winnie’ Sweeney from Loch an lúir has reached an incredible €10,000 milestone for Donegal Cancer Flights & Services – just two months into her 366-day walking challenge.

The …
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New indie pop band finds inspiration in the hills of Donegal 1 year ago

New indie pop band finds inspiration in the hills of Donegal

Lively new music has emerged from the serenity of Dungloe as The Hopeful Kind release their debut track.

The band, led by Donegal native Cara Ward and Ruth Teeling from …
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Donegal students turn plastic into world prize-winning gown! 1 year ago

Donegal students turn plastic into world prize-winning gown!

Three creative Carndonagh Community School pupils brought the glamour to the world stage yesterday as they won a major Junk Kouture award in Monaco.

Julia Grant, Ciara Gilmore and Ailish …
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Donegal’s explorers shine at Outsider awards 1 year ago

Donegal’s explorers shine at Outsider awards

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Some of Donegal’s most inspirational explorers scooped national awards from Outsider Magazine last night.

Buncrana’s Jennifer Doherty, Arranmore dipper Paddy Conaghan, Rossnowlagh surfer Easkey Britton and south-Donegal based charity Liquid …
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