The below article has been contributed by Mary-Ellen McGroarty, World Food Programme (WFP) Country Director in South Sudan.
A native of Mountcharles, Mary Ellen has many years of humanitarian leadership …
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Donegal disability advocate Nikki Bradley has been formally introduced as the Taoiseach’s nominee to the Seanad.
Ms Bradley takes the seat vacated by Regina Doherty who was elected as an …
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Community fundraisers continue this July in support of Donegal girl TJ McDaid’s wish to walk.
Three-year-old TJ arrived back home to Ireland last week after another period of treatment in …
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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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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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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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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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The medical aesthetic scene in Letterkenny is set to get a glow-up with the arrival of Thérapie Clinic.
The Irish owned company has invested €1M in a 5,000 square foot …
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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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A total of 20 women’s groups in Donegal have been allocated a total of €41,000 in Government grant funding.
It’s part of a round of grant funding for over 500 …
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Dr. Eileen McGlinchey has a reason to be beaming after graduating as one of Ireland’s newest dentists.
The Ardara native, now living in Letterkenny, received her dental degree from Cork …
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Donegal’s newest solicitor has been formally introduced as the county’s newest practising solicitor.
Drumkeen woman Dympna Gallinagh was welcomed to her role at Letterkenny District Court.
Ms Gallinagh is working …
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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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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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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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An inspirational grandmother from Donegal is taking a huge leap to save young lives.
Kay Sinclair, aged 92, from Donegal Town is braving a ‘Skydive for Life’ on 20th July …
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‘All Eyes on Rafah’ are the words spreading across social media today following a deadly Israeli attack on a tent camp for refugees in Gaza’s southern city, claiming 45 Palestinian …
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Donegal native Fionnuala Croker is heading an EU campaign to get Irish people voting in the European elections.
The Annagry woman head of office (acting) at the European Parliament …
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An ‘EMPOWER HER’ event at Donegal County Council last Friday provided a platform for women to voice their aspirations, share their concerns, and work towards a more inclusive political landscape. …
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The community in east Donegal is rallying around brave Castlefin cancer fighter, Maisie Simpson (13).
Just a few weeks ago, the GAA-loving teen was diagnosed with Lymphoma Cancer. Maisie is …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Following sold-out shows throughout Europe and the UK over the past 10 years including Rebecca as Tina Turner is coming back to Jackson’s Hotel Ballybofey on Sunday May …
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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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An east Donegal woman who benefited from the services of Epilepsy Ireland has raised more than €1,600 for the organisation through her Guest Tea.
Sebrena White, from Killygordon, was diagnosed …
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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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Second Lieutenant Erin Crawford from Castlefinn has been assigned to the Army Equitation School.
Second Lieutenant Crawford (20) was commissioned as a new officer at the commissioning ceremony of …
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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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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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Glenswilly Riverdance performer Niamh Shevlin has been selected as the Donegal Rose for the 2024 Rose of Tralee festival.
Niamh is one half of the famous Shevlin Twins and has …
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Clannad’s Moya Brennan was officially inaugurated as the 2023 Donegal Person of the Year last night.
She was the centrepiece of the Donegal Association Dublin’s annual Gala Ball last night …
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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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When they circle the track as part of the 24 hour Relay for Life initiative next month, the Ray Walking Group will be in familiar step but will be without …
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Are you ready to experience a romantic journey amidst the captivating landscapes of West Donegal?
Look no further than An Chúirt Hotel, one of Donegal’s top 4-star wedding venues …
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Get ready for a night of glitz, glamour, and good craic at the North West 10k fashion show this Easter!
Tickets are selling fast for this event, taking place on …
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Letterkenny Pharmacy Technician Clare O’Donnell has been chosen as this year’s Donegal Mary in the Mary from Dungloe Festival.
The glamorous selection ceremony took place last night at the Clanree …
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Donegal native Mary-Ellen McGroarty, South Sudan’s Country Director for the UN World Food Programme, has been described as one of Donegal’s finest ambassadors.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, …
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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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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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Kyna Boyle was last night confirmed as the ‘London Mary’ representative at this year’s Mary from Dungloe Festival.
The 21-year-old, who has strong west Donegal connections, was crowned at a …
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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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