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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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Free lecture to discuss impact of a breast cancer diagnosis in the family 1 year ago

Free lecture to discuss impact of a breast cancer diagnosis in the family

A leading UK breast surgeon will give a free public talk in Letterkenny on understanding the impact of a family member’s breast cancer diagnosis.

Mr Peter Barry, Consultant Breast and …
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Artist Audrey Henry to unveil captivating collection in debut solo exhibition 1 year ago

Artist Audrey Henry to unveil captivating collection in debut solo exhibition

Letterkenny artist Audrey Henry will open her first solo exhibition this weekend, showcasing a collection of captivating oil paintings depicting the stunning landscapes of Donegal.

This exhibition opens on Friday …
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Ardara trio conquers the 2 Johnnies parish quiz! 1 year ago

Ardara trio conquers the 2 Johnnies parish quiz!

Three Ardara women are the pride of their village after scooping the trophy in ‘The 2 Johnnies’ Late Night Lock In’ parish quiz.

Martina, her daughter Theresa and their good …
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Inspirational Geraldine Mullan gives back to Lough Swilly RNLI 1 year ago

Inspirational Geraldine Mullan gives back to Lough Swilly RNLI

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Inspirational Geraldine Mullan presented proceeds from her Amelia’s Flight of Hope Festival to the volunteers of Lough Swilly RNLI.

Thousands attended the October festival remembering little Amelia Mullan on what …
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Moya Brennan stars in enchanting instrumental album

Clannad star Moya Brennan has shared her ethereal vocals with a Dutch music collective for a unique album, out on November 3rd.

UNIFONY is a collaborative project by Dutch musicians …
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Listen: Jessica dreams big as Junior Eurovision song ‘Aisling’ is released 1 year ago

Listen: Jessica dreams big as Junior Eurovision song ‘Aisling’ is released

Jessica McKean from St Johnston will officially be Ireland’s entry into the Junior Eurovision song contest.

The 10-year-old star won a public vote after the final of TG4’s Junior Eurovision …
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Empowering messages at National Womens’ Enterprise Day celebration in Donegal 1 year ago

Empowering messages at National Womens’ Enterprise Day celebration in Donegal

Businesswomen across Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim gathered at Lough Eske Castle for an event to celebrate National Womens’ Enterprise Day. The event was organised by Local Enterprise Office Donegal, in …
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Prepare to be ‘all shook up’ at the new Letterkenny Music and Drama Group musical! 1 year ago

Prepare to be ‘all shook up’ at the new Letterkenny Music and Drama Group musical!

Letterkenny Music and Drama Group are getting ready to rock ‘n’ roll in An Grianan Theatre this winter with a huge musical production.

The multi-award-winning group is back with a …
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Letterkenny Pink Run/Walk raises over €3,600 for Cancer Care West 1 year ago

Letterkenny Pink Run/Walk raises over €3,600 for Cancer Care West

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Organisers of the Letterkenny Pink Run/Walk were tickled pink to present a fantastic €3,640 to Cancer Care West this week.

The money was raised during a community fundraiser organised by …
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Events: ‘Simply the Best’ Tina Turner night at the Shandon Hotel! 1 year ago

Events: ‘Simply the Best’ Tina Turner night at the Shandon Hotel!

The Shandon Hotel hosted a night of stellar entertainment and throwback fun last night in their newly refurbished McCarthy Suite.

Guests were treated to a Tina Turner tribute and a …
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Why a solo yoga holiday is good for the body and soul 1 year ago

Why a solo yoga holiday is good for the body and soul

The meaning of yoga is union – the union of the body, mind and spirit.

Getting fulfilment from yoga takes a combination of factors. It depends on your mindset, surroundings, …
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Former nurse selected as finalist in prestigious art competition 1 year ago

Former nurse selected as finalist in prestigious art competition

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Ballybofey/Gweedore artist Bernie Anderson has been taking a trip down memory lane after being shortlisted in an art competition by the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland.

Bernie, a retired …
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SIMPLY THE BEST: Shandon Hotel hosting legendary Tina Turner tribute party! 1 year ago

SIMPLY THE BEST: Shandon Hotel hosting legendary Tina Turner tribute party!

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The Shandon Hotel is hosting a party night not to be missed on Sunday 22nd October.

Relive the legendary Tina Turner hits with a top tribute act, topped …
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Take the plunge at ‘Swim in Pink’ dips across Donegal this Sunday 1 year ago

Take the plunge at ‘Swim in Pink’ dips across Donegal this Sunday

If you’re looking for a ‘cool’ thing to do this weekend, why not brave a dip for a good cause?

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute in association with Blackrock …
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Donegal author to launch second novel in home village of Glen 1 year ago

Donegal author to launch second novel in home village of Glen

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Donegal’s Caitriona Coyle will launch her second novel in her native village of Glen this October, marking another major milestone in her writing career.

The novel Gracie follows Coyle’s successful …
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Dare to dip at Marble Hill this Sunday for breast cancer research! 1 year ago

Dare to dip at Marble Hill this Sunday for breast cancer research!

Swimming for a good cause has never been more fun!

Everyone is invited to go positively pink for a fun dip this Sunday, October 22nd, at 10.30am on Marble Hill …
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Gallery: Pink run sweeps through Letterkenny for breast cancer awareness 1 year ago

Gallery: Pink run sweeps through Letterkenny for breast cancer awareness

Letterkenny was painted pink yesterday as over 260 runners and walkers turned out for a fundraising walk/run in aid of Cancer Care West.

The event was organised by …
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Volunteers invited to be a Secret Santa for children in Donegal this Christmas 1 year ago

Volunteers invited to be a Secret Santa for children in Donegal this Christmas

Donegal’s Lifestart Services has relaunched its Christmas Toy Appeal to support local families facing hardship this winter.

The initiative invites people to volunteer as a Secret Santa. Volunteers are paired …
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Letterkenny University Hospital lights up for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness 1 year ago

Letterkenny University Hospital lights up for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness

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Pink and blue lights shone brightly across Letterkenny last night as the hospital joined a global wave of light for International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Day.

The strip of lights …
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Mammies Market and Vintage Tea Party fundraisers to support five charities 1 year ago

Mammies Market and Vintage Tea Party fundraisers to support five charities

Burtonport Community Centre will host two exciting events this weekend for the Jamie’s Thank You fundraiser in celebration of a resilient local baby.

Jamie McBride, aged one, is the son …
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Gaoth Dobhair woman tells the special story behind her wedding dress 1 year ago

Gaoth Dobhair woman tells the special story behind her wedding dress

A Donegal woman is set to feature in a stylish new TV show about wedding dresses.

Anne McFadden (nee Doherty) from Gaoth Dobhair will tell her story of her special gown …
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Tickets out now for Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball with exciting guest lineup 1 year ago

Tickets out now for Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball with exciting guest lineup

The annual Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball returns on Friday 1st December 2023, building on the success of the previously sold out 2022 event.

The organisers are thrilled to …
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Brighdin Carr announces Celtic and Folk concert for Donegal Hospice 1 year ago

Brighdin Carr announces Celtic and Folk concert for Donegal Hospice

Letterkenny musician Brighdin Carr has announced a special evening of songs and story in aid of Donegal Hospice.

Fresh from performing at Margo’s concert in the Mount Errigal last week, …
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Donegal businesswoman to represent UK and Ireland on the global stage 1 year ago

Donegal businesswoman to represent UK and Ireland on the global stage

A Donegal businesswoman has been selected by the International Association of Convention Centres to be a Future Shaper in 2024, representing the UK and Ireland on a global stage.

Ciara …
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Young Donegal songstress wins Ireland’s Junior Eurovision Contest 1 year ago

Young Donegal songstress wins Ireland’s Junior Eurovision Contest

Young Donegal singer Jessica McKean is to represent Ireland in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2023.

The ten-year-old from St Johnston sang her heart out to get to the final …
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Fittest Family mum Lisa inspires community with Pink Run and Walk 1 year ago

Fittest Family mum Lisa inspires community with Pink Run and Walk

Letterkenny mum Lisa Gallagher is calling on people to put their best foot forward in a fun run for cancer care services this October.

Letterkenny Pink Run & Walk takes …
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Lough Eske Castle scoops prestigious Top 10 ranking for sixth year running 1 year ago

Lough Eske Castle scoops prestigious Top 10 ranking for sixth year running

Lough Eske Castle is once again recognised in the Top 10 Hotels in Ireland by Condé Nast Traveler.

The travel magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 sees Lough Eske Castle …
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Donegal choir inspires at the Aviva 1 year ago

Donegal choir inspires at the Aviva

Cancer survivors from Donegal sang loud and proud at Ireland’s first National Relay for Life event on Friday evening.

It was a special evening for the Donegal Survivors Choir who …
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Get Ready to Save Big: McElhinneys’ Home Value event is here! 2 years ago

Get Ready to Save Big: McElhinneys’ Home Value event is here!

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Secure some amazing deals this week in McElhinneys’ Annual Home Value Event. With unmissable discounts online & in-store, shopping couldn’t be easier!

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Geraldine Mullan launches Amelia’s flight of HOPE to mark beloved daughter’s birthday 2 years ago

Geraldine Mullan launches Amelia’s flight of HOPE to mark beloved daughter’s birthday

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A big dream has taken flight for Moville woman Geraldine Mullan. 

This October, Geraldine will pilot a unique event at the Mullan Hope Centre in honour of her late daughter …
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Couple says ‘I Do’ at dreamy Donegal location 2 years ago

Couple says ‘I Do’ at dreamy Donegal location

A Donegal beach provided the perfect backdrop for a special wedding celebration last week.

Sun, sea and Silkie Whiskey was the order of the day for UK couple Georgina Guest …
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Hope shines through in art exhibition by Donegal Rape Crisis Centre 2 years ago

Hope shines through in art exhibition by Donegal Rape Crisis Centre

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An art exhibition filled with strength and light was launched this week by clients of the Donegal Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre.

The centre’s second annual exhibition opened at …
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Maria McCormack delves into matters of the heart for second album 2 years ago

Maria McCormack delves into matters of the heart for second album

Letterkenny singer/songwriterMaria McCormack is showcasing her many styles of music once more in a new album ‘Matters of the Heart’. 

Maria’s second album was originally born before Covid, and crowdfunded …
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Gallery: Patrick Gildea Hairdressing celebrates newly qualified stylists 2 years ago

Gallery: Patrick Gildea Hairdressing celebrates newly qualified stylists

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Proud moments were shared at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing this week to celebrate the graduation of new stylists Bronagh Willoughby and Megan Carson.

The theme of the evening was …
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Young artists create strong message in new Rathmullan mural 2 years ago

Young artists create strong message in new Rathmullan mural

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A stunning new mural designed by young people has been unveiled in Rathmullan.

The mural, called “Time’s Running Out”, was created entirely by volunteers, including contributions from young artists aged …
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Jennifer Doherty reaches new heights after Ireland’s 7 Summits challenge 2 years ago

Jennifer Doherty reaches new heights after Ireland’s 7 Summits challenge

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Buncrana woman Jennifer Doherty is moving mountains again after becoming the first blind person to conquer the Ireland 7 Summits Hiking Challenge.

Jennifer, who was born blind, climbed Ireland’s seven …
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Sisters shave for a cause! 2 years ago

Sisters shave for a cause!

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It was hair today gone tomorrow for Fahan woman Tanya Burnett as she made an incredible act of solidarity with her sister who is undergoing cancer treatment.

Tanya braved the …
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#LoveDonegal day promoting Donegal to the world 2 years ago

#LoveDonegal day promoting Donegal to the world

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Donegal is already trending online in the first hours of #LoveDonegal day.

The annual campaign is back this Thursday to promote Donegal to millions across the …
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Huge local support for Donegal doctor in pageant final 2 years ago

Huge local support for Donegal doctor in pageant final

Letterkenny University Hospital staff are cheering on their friend and colleague as she competes in the Miss/Mrs Africa UK competition.

Dineo Moiloa-Murphy, a native of South Africa, is taking to …
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Gallery: Sunshine and smiles at the Donegal Camino 2 years ago

Gallery: Sunshine and smiles at the Donegal Camino

The sun is smiling down on an incredible group of volunteers taking part in the third charity Donegal Camino this week.

I was delighted to get the chance to join …
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Donegal author delves into housing issues in hopeful picture book 2 years ago

Donegal author delves into housing issues in hopeful picture book

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Donegal-based author Isla McGuckin is set to launch a brand-new picturebook, April’s Garden, which explores life for children in temporary housing.

The children’s book has been described as a sensitively-told …
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Amazing Margaret’s half-marathon run raises €1,650 for MS supports 2 years ago

Amazing Margaret’s half-marathon run raises €1,650 for MS supports

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Letterkenny runner Margaret Coyle has once again demonstrated her passion for charity by completing the Donegal Half Marathon in aid of the Donegal branch of MS Ireland.

Margaret crossed the …
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Experiencing the Ultimate Hair Repair with Patrick Gildea Hairdressing 2 years ago

Experiencing the Ultimate Hair Repair with Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

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It’s been a brilliant August for the team Patrick Gildea Hairdressing!

The Letterkenny salon is celebrating being crowned Best Salon in Ulster 2023 in the RSVP Magazine Awards. Talented …
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Donegal duo’s wild idea blooms into beautiful book 2 years ago

Donegal duo’s wild idea blooms into beautiful book

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Two creative entrepreneurs from Ramelton have teamed up to create a book about friendship with nature.

Wild Things, by Laura Buchanan and Hannah Gallagher, celebrates the plants that grow in …
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Tanya’s head shave to support brave sister’s cancer battle 2 years ago

Tanya’s head shave to support brave sister’s cancer battle

Fahan woman Tanya Burnett has been inspired to brave the shave this September in solidarity with her sister’s cancer battle.

Lisa Gallagher from Letterkenny was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier …
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Donegal adventures ahead in new series from Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee 2 years ago

Donegal adventures ahead in new series from Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee

Adventures in Donegal will feature in a brand new comedy series from the writer and creator of Derry Girls, Lisa McGee.

The new comedy thriller, How To Get To Heaven …
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‘Shooting star’ Amy amazes at the Rose of Tralee 2 years ago

‘Shooting star’ Amy amazes at the Rose of Tralee

Letterkenny’s Amy Gillen did both London and Donegal proud at the Rose of Tralee opening night last night.

The award-winning flautist and music teacher, who is the London Rose, was …
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Hollywood stars enjoy summer adventures in Donegal 2 years ago

Hollywood stars enjoy summer adventures in Donegal

Featured photos: Instagram @zoeydeutch

US Actors Zoey Deutch and Jimmy Tatro surprised their Irish followers this week when they took a trip to some of Donegal’s most scenic locations.

Deutch, …
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Heather from the hills helps Donegal woman win Best Dressed at Sligo Races 2 years ago

Heather from the hills helps Donegal woman win Best Dressed at Sligo Races

Creative Bruckless woman Ingrid Proberkaite was crowned the Best Dressed at Ladies’ Day at the Sligo Races this week.

Ingrid plucked the inspiration for her outfit from the countryside – …
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HER Outdoors Week invites Donegal women to enjoy the great outdoors 2 years ago

HER Outdoors Week invites Donegal women to enjoy the great outdoors

Fourteen events have been organised at eight locations across the county by Donegal Sports Partnership as part of HER Outdoors Week which takes place from Monday, August 14th to Sunday, …
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