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Women in Construction programme launching in Donegal 9 months ago

Women in Construction programme launching in Donegal

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Rural Enterprise Skillnet is delighted to announce the launch of a Women in Construction programme, a full-time ten-week programme, open to women seeking to work in this sector.


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Brilliant Bríd’s charity walking challenge tops €10k 9 months 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.

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Donegal’s explorers shine at Outsider awards 9 months 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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The Addams Family rises again! 9 months ago

The Addams Family rises again!

In March 2020, after only two nights, the Letterkenny Musical Society had to cut short their production of The Addams Family.

But four years later, they are back and even …
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Women’s Day celebration in Inishowen to inspire inclusion 9 months ago

Women’s Day celebration in Inishowen to inspire inclusion

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An event bringing women from various backgrounds and ethnicities together in Carndonagh aims to ‘Inspire Inclusion’ ahead of International Women’s Day. 

Taking place in Carn’s Colgan Hall on Tuesday March …
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Geraldine Mullan bringing community together for a cause in memory of son Tomás 9 months ago

Geraldine Mullan bringing community together for a cause in memory of son Tomás

Moville’s Geraldine Mullan has announced a charity walk to celebrate the life of her son Tomás on what would have been his 18th birthday.

On 20th August 2020, dad John …
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Lack of public information on referendums highlighted at local panel event 9 months ago

Lack of public information on referendums highlighted at local panel event

A recent panel discussion on the upcoming referendum identified a knowledge gap among the public of what impact their votes will have.

As debate grows on the referendums to change …
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Donegal women sharing stories of resilience at major cancer event 9 months ago

Donegal women sharing stories of resilience at major cancer event

Two Donegal sportswomen, Rita Casey and Amelia McFarland, will tell their cancer story at the final event of the ‘Let’s Talk About Cancer’ series this April.

The event, taking place …
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Donegal Women in Business Network to celebrate cross-border connections this International Women’s Day 9 months ago

Donegal Women in Business Network to celebrate cross-border connections this International Women’s Day

Mark your calendars! The Donegal Women in Business Network (DWIBN) is excited to partner with the enterprising women of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for a special “Crossing Horizons: …
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Wonder woman Elaine conquers 100 daily swims for Dungloe Hospital 9 months ago

Wonder woman Elaine conquers 100 daily swims for Dungloe Hospital

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Photo: Brid Sweeney

A daring West Donegal woman has conquered a brrr-illiant swimming challenge of 100 daily dips for charity.

Inspirational Elaine Boyle from Rannafast celebrated her 100th day of …
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Moya Brennan named as Donegal Person of the Year 9 months ago

Moya Brennan named as Donegal Person of the Year

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Moya Brennan has been chosen as the Donegal Person of the Year for 2023.

The announcement took place in Rose’s Bar, Creeslough this evening, marking a year since the …
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Donegal author shortlisted for KPMG Children’s Books Ireland Awards 10 months ago

Donegal author shortlisted for KPMG Children’s Books Ireland Awards

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Isla McGuckin from Portsalon has been shortlisted for the 2024 KPMG Children’s Books Ireland Awards for her book ‘April’s Garden.’

The shortlist for the 34th annual awards was announced …
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North West Breast Cancer Ball grand total revealed! 10 months ago

North West Breast Cancer Ball grand total revealed!

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The grand total raised at the 2023 North West Breast Cancer Ball 2023 has been revealed, with €15,081 being contributed to local research and services.

The glamorous event at the …
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Donegal Rape Crisis Centre breaking stigma and building hope in new documentary 10 months ago

Donegal Rape Crisis Centre breaking stigma and building hope in new documentary

Awareness and funding struggles are at the heart of a new short documentary that sheds light on the Donegal Sexual Abuse and Rape Crisis Centre (DSARCC).

Premiered last Friday, the …
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Events: Donegal influencers celebrate a new era of glamour at BPerfect Foyleside 10 months ago

Events: Donegal influencers celebrate a new era of glamour at BPerfect Foyleside

BPerfect Cosmetics unveiled the spectacular revamp of their state-of-the-art megastore in Foyleside Shopping Centre last night, with many familiar faces in attendance.

The celebrations kicked off with hilarious lip syncing …
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Brave Elaine’s 100-day swim for Dungloe Patient Comfort Fund 10 months ago

Brave Elaine’s 100-day swim for Dungloe Patient Comfort Fund

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Main pic: Elaine makes time for a ‘wave’ during her 100-day swim for Dungloe Community Hospital Patient Comfort Fund.

A brave west Donegal woman is well on her way to …
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Catch the Easter Express at Oakfield Park on Easter weekend 10 months ago

Catch the Easter Express at Oakfield Park on Easter weekend

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The perfect family outing awaits at Oakfield Park this Easter!

Hop onboard Donegal’s biggest Easter hunt as the Easter Express opens for bookings at 10am today on www.oakfieldpark.com


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Find your perfect wedding venue at the Gallen Hospitality Wedding Showcase 10 months ago

Find your perfect wedding venue at the Gallen Hospitality Wedding Showcase

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Discover your dream wedding venue in the heart of Donegal at Gallen Hospitality’s Biggest Wedding Venue Showcase of 2024 with the Villa Rose Hotel …
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Shandon Hotel hosting night of unforgettable music with Sailor Bill and Chelsea Evans! 10 months ago

Shandon Hotel hosting night of unforgettable music with Sailor Bill and Chelsea Evans!

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Mark your calendars for a big-energy gig on Saturday February 24th, when folk rockers Sailor Bill play at the Shandon Hotel with special guest Chelsea Evans!

Sailor Bill …
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How Other Worlds at the Regional Cultural Centre opens the art world to all 10 months ago

How Other Worlds at the Regional Cultural Centre opens the art world to all

A rich tapestry of Irish art has been unfurled at the Other Worlds exhibition at the Regional Culture Centre in Letterkenny.

The exhibition was curated by award-winning Gartan artist Daniel …
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Powerful documentary to highlight work of Donegal Rape Crisis Centre 11 months ago

Powerful documentary to highlight work of Donegal Rape Crisis Centre

Donegal Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC), in partnership with Oath Studios, has created a short film documentary highlighting the valuable work they do in supporting survivors of sexual violence.

The film …
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Dust off your magic carpet for the Letterkenny Panto’s return to the stage! 11 months ago

Dust off your magic carpet for the Letterkenny Panto’s return to the stage!

Letterkenny Pantomime Society are making a long overdue return to the stage with their show, Aladdin in the wonderful An Grianan Theatre.

Family-favourite Aladdin opens on Saturday,  January 20, …
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Will you be the next Donegal Rose? 11 months ago

Will you be the next Donegal Rose?

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The search for the 2024 Donegal Rose has begun.

Rathmullan woman Katie McAteer (above) donned the Donegal sash in 2022 and made everyone from her home county proud as our …
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Events: Shoppers soak up festive magic at Magee of Donegal 11 months ago

Events: Shoppers soak up festive magic at Magee of Donegal

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Magee of Donegal helped us get into the Christmas shopping spirit on Friday with a fantastic festive evening.

It was a magical night, made even more special with live music …
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Jasmine’s family appeal to those living in fear to seek help this Christmas 11 months ago

Jasmine’s family appeal to those living in fear to seek help this Christmas

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The family of the late Jasmine McMonagle have appealed to people to reach out to others who may be in danger this Christmas.

The beautiful 28-year-old mother-of-two was strangled and …
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Traveller women’s exhibition showcases hope, struggles, and aspirations through art 12 months ago

Traveller women’s exhibition showcases hope, struggles, and aspirations through art

Traveller women from Donegal proudly launched an exhibition today, combining crafts, heritage and life experiences to create impactful art.

The ‘Pavee Beoirs Whiden… Traveller Women Talking‘ exhibit consists of six …
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‘Children in domestic abuse situations don’t really want presents at Christmas, but to be free from fear’ 12 months ago

‘Children in domestic abuse situations don’t really want presents at Christmas, but to be free from fear’

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Donegal Domestic Violence Services has launched its new winter appeal called ‘Safe at Home’. 

Winter is a challenging time of the year for many people, but for families who are …
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Enjoy a Magical Christmas Evening at Magee of Donegal 12 months ago

Enjoy a Magical Christmas Evening at Magee of Donegal

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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 Evening on …
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Charity concert to celebrate the life of midwife Helen McLaughlin 12 months ago

Charity concert to celebrate the life of midwife Helen McLaughlin

A beloved Donegal woman will be remembered this Saturday during a special fundraising concert for Donegal Hospice.

The concert is in loving memory of Inishowen woman Helen McLaughlin, who sadly …
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Gallery: A community comes together for North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball 12 months ago

Gallery: A community comes together for North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball

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The North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball was another sell-out success on Friday night last at the Silver Tassie in Letterkenny.

This great fundraiser has become one of the social …
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Layla Doherty takes on the world at Miss Earth final in Vietnam 12 months ago

Layla Doherty takes on the world at Miss Earth final in Vietnam

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Ballyliffin woman Layla Doherty is proudly representing Ireland and Donegal in the Miss Earth world final.

This year’s final is in Vietnam, and Layla is already flying the flag for …
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Networking and festive cheer at the Donegal Women in Business Network’s Christmas Gathering! 12 months ago

Networking and festive cheer at the Donegal Women in Business Network’s Christmas Gathering!

Get ready to celebrate the festive season with the Donegal Women in Business Network’s annual Christmas gathering.

The event will be held on Thursday, December 6th 2023 from 7.30pm at …
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First Look: ‘All Shook Up’ ready to rock Letterkenny! 12 months ago

First Look: ‘All Shook Up’ ready to rock Letterkenny!

Letterkenny Music and Drama Group (LMDG) is revved up and ready to open their winter musical that is sure to get your blue suede shoes tapping!

All Shook Up, a …
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Gallery: Christmas cheer comes to Letterkenny at lights switch-on 12 months ago

Gallery: Christmas cheer comes to Letterkenny at lights switch-on

Letterkenny folk came out in force last night as the town officially switched on its Christmas lights.

Hundreds of people of all ages gathered at Market Square for the official …
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Villa Rose rolls out festive Boujee Brunch experience 12 months ago

Villa Rose rolls out festive Boujee Brunch experience

Calling all foodies and fashion lovers! This festive season, prepare to be swept away by a glamorous brunch experience at Villa Rose in Ballybofey.

Get ready to level up and …
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McElhinneys reveals enchanting Christmas wonderland display 1 year ago

McElhinneys reveals enchanting Christmas wonderland display

McElhinneys of Ballybofey unveiled its annual Christmas Window for the 2023 Christmas festivities at a spectacular family event on Sunday evening.

The theme of the McElhinneys Christmas window this year …
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Spa, sips and shopping at the Shandon Spa Elemis Christmas Event 1 year ago

Spa, sips and shopping at the Shandon Spa Elemis Christmas Event

The Shandon Hotel and Spa at Marble Hill are hosting the ultimate festive pamper day – a Elemis Christmas Spectacular on November 30th.

Join the team at the Shandon for …
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Stars come out for Noel Cunningham’s 70th Birthday Bash! 1 year ago

Stars come out for Noel Cunningham’s 70th Birthday Bash!

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It was a typical Donegal hooley at Harvey’s Point when Donegal ambassador, hotelier and broadcaster Noel Cunningham celebrated his 70th birthday!

Noel who doesn’t do things by half, was …
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TV presenter Ciara Doherty is special guest at North West Breast Cancer Ball 1 year ago

TV presenter Ciara Doherty is special guest at North West Breast Cancer Ball

Virgin Media’s Ciara Doherty is the special guest at this year’s North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball.

Billed as a night of elegance and inspiration, the event takes place at …
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Bravo Bernie! Donegal artist takes home public choice award 1 year ago

Bravo Bernie! Donegal artist takes home public choice award

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Local artist Bernie Anderson has been announced as the winner of a coveted prize in the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI) art competition.

Bernie, from Ballybofey/Gweedore won a …
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Events: Artist Audrey Henry opens ‘Dear Donegal’ exhibition 1 year ago

Events: Artist Audrey Henry opens ‘Dear Donegal’ exhibition

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Local artist Audrey Henry received great support for the opening of the ‘Dear Donegal’ art exhibition at An Grianan Theatre Letterkenny on Friday.

The exhibition showcases 87 oil paintings, each …
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Ballybofey mum is Donegal’s family carer of the year 1 year ago

Ballybofey mum is Donegal’s family carer of the year

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Ciara Lynch from Ballybofey has been recognised at the Netwatch Donegal Family Carer of the Year.

Nominated by a close friend, Ciara’s selfless and endearing caring nature speaks to why …
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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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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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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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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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