Life

Happy New Year!

On Monday, I played some uplifting music, took down my Christmas trees and all my decorations, and gave my house a good clean. This is something that …
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Young baker Aoibhín O’Dea from Cácaí Aoibhín Gweedore has a little treat for DW readers this Christmas – her biscuit cake recipe with a festive twist.

With easy steps and …
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Are you near Donegal? Would you just love to sort out your house and simplify your life?

Or do you have a loved one who would like to do this?

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What a year it has been for the Patrick Gildea Hairdressing Team in the Centre of Excellence in Letterkenny!

This multi award winning salon let loose and took some …
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Did you know that your home interiors are a reflection of your personality? For me, that is floral all the way. 

I gravitate towards floral patterns in clothing and in …
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If you had come to me at any time over the past few weeks, and said “Anne, I need help to get my living room / bedroom/ whole house redecorated …
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A Donegal baby will be celebrating his first Christmas in full health thanks to the ‘amazing’ medics who saved his life this summer.

Odhrán Johnston from Carndonagh had a difficult …
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Yes Chef Catering, well-known caterers throughout the north west and official caterers to the Donegal GAA, are giving you the ultimate gift this festive season.

A hassle free Christmas!

CHRISTMAS …
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‘Tis the season for Christmas baking, and if you want to take a step up from mince pies then a show-stopping cake is the way to impress.

We got our …
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The ‘Ceol le Chéile’ Donegal Intergenerational Choir was flying the flag for Donegal at the National Age Friendly Awards yesterday at Croke Park.

The choir scooped the ‘Age Friendly Active …
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Donegal woman Margaret Gordon has launched her highly-anticipated second children’s book, The Storm. 

The Storm, which is out this week, follows Margaret’s debut short story called The Fairies of Drumboe …
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An Inishowen schoolteacher’s life has taken an unexpected turn after experiencing cancer.

Six years ago, Sharon Doherty from Quigley’s Point was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer.

But she decided …
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A Retired Teacher and Lecturer will be among almost 800 students who will graduate from North West Regional College (NWRC) with a Higher Education qualification this year.

Anne Loveday, aged …
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A trip to the spa is a little escape that we all deserve from time to time. The only downside is the return to reality afterwards – when you have …
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Dungloe mum Carleen Gallagher has been inspired by her little girl Lucy to call on parents to teach their children about different types of beauty.

Lucy Gallagher (6) has an …
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They’re a friendly bunch at Irwins Expert Electrical Buncrana, and they were all smiles last week as they welcomed the Donegal Daily cameras for an introduction to their store.

Manager …
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But the more surprising part is that the inspiration came from Supervalu in Killybegs.

The Sex and the City star has revealed that she loves stocking up on wine while …
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There are great celebrations at Lough Eske Castle this week after the CARA Organic Beauty Spa was named as Ulster’s Spa of the Year 2019.

The award was announced at the Irish …
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I love the month of September. In many ways, it’s a cleansing month, just like January. Kids are back to school and college, and our life falls into a comfortable …
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Roz Purcell is Donegal-bound this month to lead an exciting group hike at Sliabh Liag.

The popular lifestyle influencer is bringing her ‘Hike Life’ events to the north west on …
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The obvious one.

Have your chimney cleaned, and light your fire or stove.

As improved building regulations and insulation in contemporary homes continue to negate the need to have …
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I honestly can’t believe that summer is almost over. We had day after day of dry, lovely weather and now constant rain and cooler temperatures have become our norm.

There …
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Twitter was abuzz with all things Donegal on Wednesday 14th of August as the #LoveDonegal day campaign reached worldwide audiences.

People from home and abroad embraced the trend and flooded …
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A new online community has become a place of shared support for Donegal couples experiencing infertility, IVF or miscarriage.

Fertility is a sensitive topic for many people and is not …
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Letterkenny Gaels stalwart Anna Gallagher has never done anything like a pageant before, but she’s starting to enjoy this way of life.

As Miss Letterkenny, Anna will be representing her …
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A lovable pup from Malin Town is competing ‘fur’ the top prize in this year’s Nose of Tralee contest.

Murphy, a one year old Jack Russell cross, was chosen as …
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A field of radiant flowers is in full bloom in Ardstraw, Co Tyrone this month.

The bright yellow sea has become quite the attraction for young and old travelling …
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Holly Mc Crea applied for the Miss Donegal role just one hour before the application deadline.

And she can thank her lucky stars that she did it in time!

The …
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The Kerrykeel woman missed out on winning the 2019 crown during the glamorous final show. However, she had already won many supporters in her pageant campaign this summer.

Dearbhla, aged …
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It’s still hard to believe that I’m graduating with a 2:1 degree. 

Life after college is different from what I had expected. 

I envisioned myself to be like Elle Woods, …
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Kerrykeel woman Dearbhla Walsh has gained a new platform to inspire after being selected as a Top 30 finalist in Miss Universe Ireland 2019.

As the only Donegal representative in …
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Grainne Gallanagh is set to be the first Irish model to feature in Miami Swim Week when she takes to the catwalk today.

The Buncrana woman is in sunny Florida …
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Valerie Moody from St Johnston is bedridden with severe M.E. (commonly known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), but she dedicates herself to raising awareness of the disease and campaigning for local …
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‘Live your best life’ is the motto that local couple Paddy and Shelley share with their customers at Gall Mc’s.

As the owners of the Hatter Tea Room and Express, …
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Donegal teacher Elaine McConnell has been inspired by her late uncle to take on a mighty adventure this week with her beloved pooch Lucy.

St. Johnston’s Elaine McConnell will be pushing …
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Here are my simple tips to help cool you down, and get a good night’s rest.

Your body temperature needs to drop slightly before you fall asleep, which is why …
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Dragon’s Den investor Ramona Nicholas has put her stunning Bundoran home up for sale.

The five-bed property is a beach-lovers’ dream, as it boasts panoramic views of Tullan Strand.

At …
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Have you ever found yourself getting drawn into work and not realising how much time has gone by?

Have you ever went on your phone to check Facebook or Instagram …
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A bright pink van and neon pink hair makes Isabella Ward stand out from the crowd in the local farming scene.

The Scottish native is loving life in Gortahork, where …
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Visit our Facebook giveaway here to win this Afternoon Indulgence experience for two!

Driving up to Lough Eske Castle feels like you’re entering another world. And it definitely did …
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Donegal poet Annemarie Ní Churreáin has been announced as the new Writer-in-Residence at Maynooth University Department of English.

Ní Churreáin, who is originally from Doire Chonaire outside Falcarragh, is one …
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The 22-year-old from Termon played the lead role as a secret agent in the thrilling film, which was premiered in Century Cinemas yesterday. In the drama, Paul had a huge …
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Two years ago, Bundoran woman Ann Keenaghan was on a flight to China when she got chatting to a man who was seated beside her. 

It turned out that the man, …
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So, are you all set for Christmas?

I know that it’s only early June, and no, I haven’t lost my sanity!

However if you are building a new home, or …
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Donegal Town student Chloe Kennedy has a very exciting summer ahead after being crowned the Donegal Rose of 2019.

And she has double the honour this time because she will …
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At 6ft 2, Killybegs woman Karen Connell (32) once thought her height would hold back her dream of being an actress.

And it did at first.

Karen told …
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Just because you live in a small space, doesn’t mean you can’t have style, and good functional design.

In fact, in a small space, function becomes the core component of …
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What a year it has been for the team at Donegal Food Tours, who have been travelling and tasting their way around the county, showcasing the best restaurants, bars, hidden …
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College is finished!

What an incredible three years it has been. Dublin City University was the place where I guess you could say, helped shape me become the woman …
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Are you feeling a bit ‘meh’ about your home these days? Some very simple updates could be all you need to brighten things up – and you can do them …
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