8 years ago
Gardaí had a very special rescue today
The Gardaí are there to uphold law and order in Ireland, but occasionally they come across certain situations while on duty that they weren’t expecting…
Gardaí in Wicklow found this adorable …
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8 years ago
Daniel O’Donnell to appear at grand New York gala
The internationally-known singer, performer, author and philanthropist will join the special event on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Astoria World Manor in Queens, New York.
The New York Mary From …
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8 years ago
‘An Evening with Roy Keane’ attended by hundreds in support of Ronan Sweeney
On Friday evening The Friends of Ronan Sweeney Rehabilitation Fund successfully hosted the sold-out event ‘An Evening with Roy Keane’ at the Mount Errigal Hotel.
The event was hosted by …
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8 years ago
5K in memory of Callum Dale to take place in April
ICARE (Inishowen Children’s Autism Related Education) are hosting a 5K in memory of Callum Dale on Saturday the 8th of April at 11am.
13 year old Callum Dale, who had …
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8 years ago
Women encouraged to take new jobs with Irish Defence Forces
The recruitment drive is hoped to bring more diversity to the Defence Forces, with a focus placed on women and ‘new Irish’.
There will be opportunities across the Army, Naval …
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8 years ago
Daniel says goodbye to reality TV… and leather pants!
The Donegal singer, 55, said he has put his ‘hot’ trousers into his fridge.
He said “I turned 55 and I thought it was time to retire the leather trousers.”
8 years ago
Donegal father and son win national search for TV campaign
ŠKODA Ireland have used the rugged Inishowen landscape as the backdrop for their sponsorship of ‘Daniel and Majella’s B&B Road Trip’ Series Two, which is hitting TV screens next month …
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8 years ago
Singer Chelsea wins dream chance to perform with her idol
Dunfanaghy girl Chelsea Evans, aged 12, was announced as the winner of a Facebook competition and will now get to sing alongside her idol Lisa, the Glaswegian star who has …
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8 years ago
PJs at school? Donegal woman Teresa Heeney says it’s okay for one day!
National Pyjama Day 2017 takes place in creches and preschools nationwide on Friday 3rd March.
Teresa Heeney from Ballybofey, the CEO of Early Childhood Ireland, has thanked the 50,000 children …
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8 years ago
Big-hearted Kerrykeel family donate over €6,000 from Christmas lights display
The Whoriskeys go to extraordinary lengths each year to light up their home during the Christmas season – with a fundraising touch.
8 years ago
Lucky Lucy is found after spending more than 30 hours down a manhole
Little Lucy went missing from her home in Ruskey in Convoy around 5pm on Monday afternoon.
Her owners Shauna O’Donnell and Bobby Carey feared the worse as time went on.
8 years ago
Can you help us get Millie the cat home from Australia?
Deirdre (Dee) Ferry from Gortahork had made the move to Aus five years ago. Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, she had to return to Donegal.
However, her beloved cat Millie …
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8 years ago
Donegal woman donates rare note worth almost €60,000 to young people’s charity
A Willy Wonka style golden ticket hunt is underway in the UK after a famous engraver etched a tiny picture of Jane Austen on five pound notes.
According to the …
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8 years ago
Launch of 5K in honour of Brid Carr taking place tomorrow
Run Donegal Women’s 5K will be out in force on Sunday the 2nd of April at 11am at the Finn Valley Centre in Stranorlar to raise funds for the Brid …
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8 years ago
Kellie’s Doodle 4 Google reaches the final!
Kellie McClafferty from Raphoe has been selected out of 4,200 submissions to reach the final of Doodle 4 Google!
This year, students were asked to design a Doodle based on …
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8 years ago
Incredible Teresa loses 5 stone in 8 months: “I can wear a pair of size 12 jeans again!”
Teresa Gillespie is a busy mammy and granny who has successfully lost five stone!
After beginning her weight loss journey in June 2015, she reached her goal an unbelievable eight …
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8 years ago
Much-admired Little Angels co-founder Phil Murray passes away
Phil passed away peacefully at her home at Glenbank, Middle Road, Ballyraine, Letterkenny.
Mrs Murray (nee Barry, Holyhill, Cork) is survived by her husband Dr John Murray, daughter Roni (England), …
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8 years ago
Donegal dolls hope to make it big in New York
Donegal based company Lottie Dolls has been nominated in the prestigious 2017 Toy of the Year Awards (TOTY) also known as the “Oscars” of the toy industry.
Lottie has been …
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8 years ago
Someone in Ireland will become a millionaire tonight
Tonight’s EuroMillions draw is bringing in a brand new raffle just for Irish ticket holders.
This Friday’s EuroMillions jackpot is a guaranteed €17million, with a bonus €1million Ireland-only raffle taking place
8 years ago
Donegal artist’s sculptures are unbelieva-bull
There was a large gathering of the local arts community at the official launch of ‘Sire’ by Maria McKinney, at the Regional Cultural Centre Letterkenny on February 14th.
‘Sire’ is …
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8 years ago
The ultimate Donegal foodie event for your diary
A three-day celebration of great food and drink is happening again in Donegal this year and is a must-do for all food lovers in the county and from further afield.
The Taste …
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8 years ago
Megan makes History with Ireland’s best Leaving Cert result
Megan recently received the news that she had achieved first place in Ireland out of 8,752 students who took higher level History in the Leaving Certificate 2016.
On Friday 10 …
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8 years ago
It’s going to be raining Donegal women!
The Swilly Group team are taking to the skies on April 1st for a thrilling Tandem Sky Dive from 13,000ft.
The nine women in the team are Tracy McVeigh, Demi McVeigh, …
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8 years ago
Celebrating the international work of Sister Angela
Sister Angela Brennan marked her 60th Jubilee in the Main Chapel at the Maryknoll Sisters Center, 10 Pinesbridge Road, Ossining, New York on Sunday February 12th.
She is one of …
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8 years ago
Mothers of Arranmore host a big event to say a ‘wee thank you’
This event on Saturday February 18th is an exciting highlight on the calendar of a group of Arranmore women and is a big talking point among the islanders. Live music, …
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8 years ago
Still Waiting Vigil planned for Letterkenny Hospital
Organisers from the Still Waiting Health Campaign say the event will take place on Thursday, February 16th at 7.30pm, and they are urging as many people as possible to attend.
They …
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8 years ago
WINNER REVEALED: Poet’s Corner meal for two!
The beautiful Poet’s Corner is a fantastic venue for family celebrations, parties, weddings and so much more. We’re giving away a four course meal for two to the lucky winner …
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8 years ago
Firefighters issue warning to frisky Fifty Shades fans
The Dublin Fire Brigade are looking out for everyone’s best interests with a tweet of warning against the use of fluffy handcuffs this week:
It’s …
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8 years ago
They’re official! Gary and Aine make big announcement
Donegal man Gary and Aine from Meath, one of the favourite couples ever on First Dates Ireland, have just been revealed as ‘Facebook Official’.
The news was announced by RTE2 …
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8 years ago
Visible and invisible women invited to speak up
To celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day 8 March 2017, women of all ages from all over County Donegal and the North West are invited to join in a collective …
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8 years ago
Single? ‘First Dates Ireland’ are accepting applications
Several Donegal people have taken part in ‘First Dates’ in an attempt to find someone special.
Some went fantastic, such as Gary O’Brien from Ballyshannon who wooed his date Aine …
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8 years ago
Joanne scoops €22K on Winning Streak!
Donegal woman Joanne Gallagher has scooped a cool €22,000 on RTE’s Winning Streak show.
The Lifford woman brought family and friends to Dublin after matching three stars on the National …
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8 years ago
Simon Community to host Tea & Cake day in Letterkenny
The North West branch of the Simon Community are to host a tea and cake day at the Silver Tassie Hotel in Letterkenny.
The event will take place from 11am …
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8 years ago
Could this be Enya’s fifth Grammy Award?
Enya has been nominated in the Best New Age Album category of the prestigious Grammy Awards for 2017.
If successful, this will be Enya’s fifth Grammy!
On top of her success …
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8 years ago
GAA star Mark McHugh welcomes baby Noah
Donegal GAA star Mark McHugh is overjoyed by the arrival of his son, Noah.
Mark shared pictures of little Noah on Instagram, introducing him to GAA fans across the world.
8 years ago
The cutest canine couples are looking for forever homes
The charity is making a very specific and very touching request by looking to give four pairs of Golden Retrievers a forever home.
The middle-aged dogs cannot be separated from their …
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8 years ago
Daniel has the most adorable things to say about his granddaughter
Being a grandfather is the best thing that has ever happened to him, the singer revealed.
The 55 year old Kincasslagh star said he gets all emotional even when he …
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8 years ago
Severe wintry weather in store this weekend
Met Eireann have forecast a largely dry weekend with sharp frost and bitterly cold conditions.
Temperates are dropping below freezing tonight which could bring in some scattered snow showers. Expect …
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8 years ago
Watch: Terrifying moment Donegal mum’s charger goes up in smoke
The Ramelton woman had a terrible fright on Wednesday morning when charging her iPhone 6 using an in-car USB attachment and it suddenly overheated and went up in smoke.
“It’s …
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8 years ago
Oncology services return to Letterkenny – but questions remain
It has been confirmed that normal medical oncology services have resumed at Letterkenny University Hospital.
Donegal cancer patients were having to travel to Galway in the past month due to the suspension …
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8 years ago
WIN: A wonderful meal for two in the Poet’s Corner at Radisson Blu
The beautiful Poet’s Corner is a fantastic venue for family celebrations, parties, weddings and so much more. We’re giving away a four course meal for two to the lucky winner …
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8 years ago
Are you the winner of a Valentine’s meal at Castle Grove?
To celebrate the debut of the Delights of Castle Grove County House column on Donegal Daily and to mark the special occasion of Valentine’s Day, we are bringing you a …
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8 years ago
Relay for Life gains global attention
As the countdown continues to this year’s Donegal Relay for Life its impact on a global scale can be gauged by the confirmation that a group from the United States …
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8 years ago
‘My Dear Valentine’ – beautiful poem found in Donegal archives
The poem was found during routine cataloging work in Donegal County Archives last week, and will surely send hearts aflutter over the next few days.
The incredibly emotional tribute was …
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8 years ago
Human rights fears of Donegal women under scrutiny by the UN
The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission published a report scrutinising Irish women’s rights and equality which highlighted a number of areas of discrimination against women.
Donegal women shared their …
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8 years ago
What do you know about the women of 1916?
The Mná 1916 – Women 1916 exhibition will be on display at the County Museum, in Letterkenny until Thursday, 30th March 2017.
Visitors to the exhibition can explore this remarkable variety …
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8 years ago
Little Leona’s heart-rending delays
Karen Gainfort from Kilmacrennan was told by Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin that there was no bed available this week for her daughter Leona to get the vital heart procedure …
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8 years ago
Wellness Weekend competition winner revealed
Life Coach Emer Callaghan is providing the ultimate Donegal getaway for people who want to take time out to clear their minds and revive the body, mind and spirit.
The …
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8 years ago
WIN a romantic Valentine’s meal at Castle Grove Country House
To celebrate the debut of the Delights of Castle Grove County House column on Donegal Daily and to mark the special occasion of Valentine’s Day, we are bringing you a …
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8 years ago
BUMBLEance day for ‘Brave little sunshine’ Órán
Xperia Hair & Beauty in Glencar Letterkenny are holding a fundraising weekend on Friday 10th – Saturday 11th February in memory of a brave Donegal boy.
Little Órán Nibbs (7) from Trentagh …
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