3 days ago
‘Sick of women being ignored’ – Endometriosis meeting addresses awareness crisis
The harrowing experiences of women with endometriosis were shared at a public meeting in Donegal this week.
The chronic disease affects one in ten women in Ireland, yet there is …
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1 week ago
Endometriosis awareness event to be held in Ballybofey
An Endometriosis awareness event will take place in Ballybofey this Thursday 20th March to mark Endometriosis Awareness Month.
The Sinn Féin-led event will feature Senator Maria McCormack from Laois and Donegal …
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2 weeks ago
Celebrate sustainable style and Irish heritage at the Circular Dress Collaborative!
The Circular Dress Collaborative in Letterkenny is set to host a unique celebration of sustainable fashion and traditional Irish music this weekend.
The Faisin and Seisiún event, timed perfectly to …
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2 weeks ago
Events: Donegal Women in Business hold ‘Fit For Business’ IWD celebration
The annual International Women’s Day event by the Donegal Women in Business Network was a huge success on Thursday, drawing over 120 attendees.
Under the theme “Fit For Business,” the …
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2 weeks ago
West End performers bringing murder mystery thrills to Silver Tassie dinner show
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Prepare for a roaring good time at a 1920s Murder Mystery Dining Experience with West End performers at the Silver Tassie Hotel this March!
On Saturday, 22nd March, …
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3 weeks ago
Cathaoirleach’s concert to support Donegal Domestic Violence Services
An Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr. Niamh Kennedy, has enlisted the talents of two of Donegal’s most iconic performers – Moya Brennan of Clannad and Mairéad Ní …
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3 weeks ago
Free talk on formidable Iníon Dubh at Donegal Castle this International Women’s Day
A free talk on Iníon Dubh – The ‘Dark Daughter’ of Tír Chonaill – will take place at Donegal Castle this Saturday for International Women’s Day.
Lady Finola MacDonnell (c. …
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4 weeks ago
Eric Roberts crowned Ireland’s Best Social Media Star!
Photo by Brian McEvoy
Downings man Eric Roberts has reeled in the title of Ireland’s Best Social Media Star for 2025.
Eric, who has more than 1.1million followers on TikTok …
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2 months ago
Events: Jacinta Callaghan shares stunning depictions of Donegal in first solo exhibition
There was a fantastic turnout for the launch of Jacinta Callaghan’s first solo art exhibition at the Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny on Saturday last.
Jacinta, a well-known artist and hairdresser …
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2 months ago
Kerrykeel artist Jacinta Callaghan to launch first solo exhibition
The talented Kerrykeel artist, Jacinta Callaghan, is thrilled to announce the opening of her first solo art exhibition, titled ’A Journey Through Landscapes – Memories of Donegal’.
The exhibition …
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3 months ago
‘No one should have to live in fear’ – Letterkenny fitness coach leads domestic violence fundraiser
A Letterkenny-based women’s wellness and fitness coach is giving back to her new community by hosting a series of fundraisers for Donegal Domestic Violence Services (DDVS).
Brianne McNamara from Canada, …
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4 months ago
‘Vinyl and Vogue’ sale in Letterkenny sustainable hub to keep fashion and art alive!
Circular Dress Collaborative, Letterkenny, is thrilled to announce the addition of vinyls of all genres to its sustainable clothing hub!
Circular Dress Collaborative, located on the Thorn Road, opened in …
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4 months ago
Magical Christmas Customer Day at Magee of Donegal: A festive celebration of shopping and entertainment
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Magee of Donegal, one of Ireland’s premier luxury retailers, invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of the season at their highly anticipated Christmas Customer Day …
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4 months ago
Excitement builds for SOLD OUT North West Breast Cancer Ball
The North West Breast Cancer Ball committee is delighted to announce that this Friday’s celebration is another sell-out success!
Hundreds of people are getting ready for a fabulous night out …
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5 months ago
Events: Businesswomen celebrate ‘making it happen’ on National Women’s Enterprise Day
National Women’s Enterprise Day (NWED) is an initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices that aims to encourage female entrepreneurship and support women in business across the country.
Now in …
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5 months ago
Events: Donegal guests gather in style for Nathan Carter’s fashion debut
Familiar faces from Donegal’s fashion, sport and showbiz scene were out last night to celebrate Nathan Carter’s brand-new venture Carter Clothing.
Ballybofey Boxer Jason Quigley, Lisa McHugh, Dancing with the …
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5 months ago
Breast cancer specialist and survivor to be special guest at North West Breast Cancer Ball
Doctor Sinead Hanley has been announced as the special medical guest at this year’s North West Breast Cancer Ball.
The much-anticipated event returns to the Silver Tassie Hotel on Friday …
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5 months ago
Ladies Night: Go Pretty in Pink for breast cancer awareness month at McCafferty’s Lettermacaward!
As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, McCafferty’s Bar in Lettermacaward is turning pink to raise funds for the Breast Centre North West.
The bar is hosting a …
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5 months ago
Sarah Jessica Parker makes incredible donation to Donegal fashion fundraiser
Sarah Jessica Parker stunned organisers of a Donegal Town fundraiser by donating not one, but three pairs of designer shoes!
The actress is giving a stylish boost to the ‘Say …
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5 months ago
North West Breast Cancer Ball tickets on sale soon!
The North West Breast Cancer Ball is set to return on Friday, December 6th, 2024, at the Silver Tassie Hotel in Letterkenny.
This glamorous event, supporting the Breast Centre …
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5 months ago
Something for everyone at Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival
It is all systems go for this year’s Literary Festival, now in its ninth year in the Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter.
Donnan Harvey states this year’s event – which will run …
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6 months ago
Don’t miss dazzling Christmas party nights at the Abbey and Central Hotels!
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The Central Hotel and The Abbey Hotel in Donegal Town are providing dazzling entertainment this Christmas with a host of party nights.
If you’ve been looking for an …
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6 months ago
Inspiring Donegal event to celebrate National Women’s Enterprise Day
National Women’s Enterprise Day (NWED) is an initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices that aims to encourage female entrepreneurship and support women in business across the country.
Now in …
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6 months ago
St Johnston artist Ann Quinn to open mid-career retrospective exhibition
The Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny, County Donegal, is proud to present Northern Light, a mid-career retrospective exhibition of artist Ann Quinn, opening on Saturday, 5th October at 6pm.
6 months ago
Lip Sync showdown for St. Eunan’s GAA and Letterkenny Music and Drama Group!
The battle is heating up between St. Eunan’s GAA and Letterkenny Music and Drama Group!
The two groups are competing in a lip sync battle for the ages on Friday …
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6 months ago
Barcelona/Gweedore artist opening exhibition on motherhood’s complexities
Donegal-based artist Maria Gasol will today launch an exhibition of works drawing from her personal experience of motherhood.
The exhibition will run at An Grianan Theatre Letterkenny for a month …
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6 months ago
Gallery: Donegal Women in Business celebrate 25 years of leading the way
Great things happen when women support each other, and the supportive energy was almost bursting out of Lough Eske Castle on Thursday during the Donegal Women in Business ‘Leading The …
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6 months ago
Donegal Women in Business Network celebrates 25 years of achievements and thriving
The Donegal Women in Business Network proudly marked its 25th anniversary at a conference in Lough Eske Castle yesterday, with 220 attendees from sectors across the north west.
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7 months ago
Annemarie Ní Churreáin announced as Culture Night ambassador
A Donegal poet has been announced as Read Mór Ambassador for Culture Night book gifting initiative by the Arts Council.
The Arts Council is to partner with the Irish Prison …
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7 months ago
Picture Special: Over The West makes waves on Arranmore!
The Arranmore Shorefront Stage hosted a ‘miraculous’ festival on August 17th and 18th as musicians from all corners of Ireland gathered to perform on one of the most beautiful stages …
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7 months ago
Donegal Women in Business Network to celebrate 25 years of empowerment
The Donegal Women in Business Network will celebrate 25 years of empowerment with a special networking conference in Lough Eske Castle this September.
Irish designer and equitable workplace campaigner …
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7 months ago
Gallery: Natalia and friends’ brave shave for Beaumont raises over €10,000!
There were surprises and goodwill galore on Saturday as over €10,000 was raised during a charity headshave at Anne O’Gorman’s hair salon in Ballybofey.
The fundraiser for Beaumont Hospital was …
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7 months ago
Magee of Donegal weaving in the years with in-store celebration this Saturday
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Magee of Donegal are delighted to celebrate Donegal 550 with a day-long event exploring their heritage as one of Donegal Town’s oldest department stores with a rich history …
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8 months ago
Let’s Just Sing! Letterkenny workshops to share the magic of singing through Irish
Discover the joy of the Irish language through song through Community Singing Le Chéile workshops, taking place on Saturday, 24th August at The Vestry in Letterkenny.
These unique workshops are …
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8 months ago
Clare O’Donnell crowned 2024 Mary from Dungloe
Letterkenny Pharmacy Technician Clare O’Donnell has been crowned this year’s Mary From Dungloe.
Claire, who was this year’s ‘Donegal Mary’ was a hugely popular choice with the judges.
She was …
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9 months ago
First ‘Molly Bloomsday’ to become annual tradition after spectacular Donegal-Derry events
YES Festival – Ireland’s first cross-border, all women, multi-arts festival – looks set to become an annual event.
The festival welcomed around 20,000 festival goers across Donegal and Derry between …
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9 months ago
Events: Donegal Hoteliers celebrate longstanding leader Paul Diver at glitzy gala dinner
The Donegal Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) this week hosted a ‘Thank You Gala Dinner’ in honour of fellow member, Paul Diver.
Mr Diver, owner of the Sandhouse …
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10 months ago
Donegal women to light up new female creativity festival this weekend
This weekend, Donegal’s own The Henry Girls will embark on a very special performance to mark a momentous occasion.
As a new day begins on Sunday, June 16th, the …
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10 months ago
Music stars unite for fundraising gig and auction for young Donegal mum
Stars of Donegal’s music community are coming together for an unmissable evening of entertainment this Sunday, 16th June, at Voodoo Letterkenny.
The fundraiser aims to support the Rodgers and Mc …
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10 months ago
Maggie’s charity party to honour beloved mum, ‘Queen of Listillion’ Helen McDaid
Well-known Letterkenny woman Maggie McDaid Pyper is turning her 60th birthday into a very special charity event.
Maggie, known for her fundraising efforts, is dedicating her birthday to celebrating the …
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10 months ago
Inishowen poet Lorraine Carey to host maritime-themed writers’ workshop
Greencastle poet and artist Lorraine Carey is set to return to her roots in Inishowen to lead a special maritime-themed writing workshop.
The ‘Spindrift and Sea Salt’ event will …
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10 months ago
Events: Love Island’s Farmer Will parties in the hills of Donegal at BPerfect megastore bash
Continuing their mission to revamp Megastores nationwide, beauty brand BPerfect Cosmetics, has unveiled their re-imagined Megastore in Letterkenny Shopping Centre.
The grand re-opening event featured an exciting lineup of guests, …
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10 months ago
From Curtains to Couture: ATU Donegal fashion students showcase eco-conscious collections
ATU Donegal’s BA Fashion Design with Promotion students made a sustainable statement this Wednesday, transforming the university canteen into a runway for their end-of-year collections.
The showcase, themed around …
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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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11 months ago
Donegal woman behind first all-island women founders summit
Donegal-based innovation adviser and tech entrepreneur, Mary McKenna, is preparing to open Ireland’s first all-island summit for female founders next Monday.
Mary is chairperson of Awaken Hub, the organisers …
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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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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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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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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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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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