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Leanne’s Wish: Donegal mum determined to make happy memories 1 year ago

Leanne’s Wish: Donegal mum determined to make happy memories

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A terminally-ill Donegal woman is determined to make happy memories with her children by taking them on a bucket list holiday.

Mum of four Leanne Browne from Castlefin has been …
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JOBS: Recruitment campaign offers the London life with zero bills 1 year ago

JOBS: Recruitment campaign offers the London life with zero bills

By  •  Careers, News

A London-based Irish pub company is on the hunt for some home grown talent.

Sound interesting?

A well-established company is currently recruiting for staff of all levels – from floor/bar …
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Delight as Donegal presenter Caitlín Nic Aoidh announces pregnancy 1 year ago

Delight as Donegal presenter Caitlín Nic Aoidh announces pregnancy

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Donegal broadcaster Caitlín Nic Aoidh has announced that she is pregnant, much to the delight of her fans and followers.

The Cloughaneely woman shared the news on social media with …
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Creative celebration in store at ATU Design and Creative Media Showcase 1 year ago

Creative celebration in store at ATU Design and Creative Media Showcase

Atlantic Technological University (ATU)’s Department of Design and Creative Media is delighted to announce the annual exhibition of students’ work from art, design, film, and fashion undergraduate programmes.

The graduate …
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Donegal Camino returns to the hills! 1 year ago

Donegal Camino returns to the hills!

Registration is now open for the Donegal Camino which returns for its third consecutive year from Sunday 3rd to Saturday 9th September 2023.

Now a top event on walkers’ …
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24-hour golf challenge to raise funds for Creeslough, Alzheimer’s and Autism charities 1 year ago

24-hour golf challenge to raise funds for Creeslough, Alzheimer’s and Autism charities

Dunfanaghy Golf Club, a leading supporter of local community initiatives, is thrilled to announce the 24 for 24 Golf Challenge!

Taking place on Friday, June 23rd, and Saturday, June 24th, …
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Host families sought for Spanish students in Donegal 1 year ago

Host families sought for Spanish students in Donegal

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Are you interested in hosting a Spanish student? We are looking for host families for 13 to 17yr old Spanish students from 27th June to 25th of July.

Host families must …
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Donegal musician hits all the right notes to be chosen as London Rose of Tralee 1 year ago

Donegal musician hits all the right notes to be chosen as London Rose of Tralee

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Donegal native, Amy Gillen, has been selected as the 2023 London Rose of Tralee.

The 27 year old currently resides in the vibrant heart of Central London.

The daughter …
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Beauty queen Layla brings the Miss Earth Ireland crown back to Donegal! 1 year ago

Beauty queen Layla brings the Miss Earth Ireland crown back to Donegal!

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Ballyliffin beauty queen Layla Doherty has won the Miss Earth Ireland crown!

The 21-year-old student and model impressed at the national final on Saturday to win the 2023 title.

She …
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Harvey’s Point named number one hotel in Ireland! 2 years ago

Harvey’s Point named number one hotel in Ireland!

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Harvey’s Point in Donegal has regained the title of the best hotel in Ireland.

The luxurious lakeside hotel topped the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards list for the eighth time.

They …
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Emotional tributes and powerful stories shared at ‘Let’s Talk About Cancer’ event 2 years ago

Emotional tributes and powerful stories shared at ‘Let’s Talk About Cancer’ event

A sold-out ‘Let’s Talk About Cancer’ event has been hailed as a morning like no other as people gathered to share their journeys in aid of local charities.

The emotional …
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Maria Walsh brings roadshow to Letterkenny to inspire more women to pursue politics 2 years ago

Maria Walsh brings roadshow to Letterkenny to inspire more women to pursue politics

MEP Maria Walsh is urging women of all ages, from across the region, to get involved in politics and have their voices heard on the local, national and international stages. …
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Donegal sisters in their 90s prove age is just a number! 2 years ago

Donegal sisters in their 90s prove age is just a number!

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Article by Cronan Scanlon

The craic was at least ninety for three Donegal sisters who got together for a very special occasion at the weekend.

Originally Gallagher from Meenacross, Maghery, …
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The sky’s the limit for Sinead and Grainne! 2 years ago

The sky’s the limit for Sinead and Grainne!

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Two local women will be taking the plunge on the 1st of July as they sky dive in aid of Cancer Care West Letterkenny.

Sinead Boyce and Grainne Duffy, who …
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Majella unveils original painting to support Relay for Life 2 years ago

Majella unveils original painting to support Relay for Life

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Majella O’Donnell has unveiled a stunning piece of artwork to be raffled off for Relay for Life Donegal. 

The one-of-a-kind piece, which was created by Majella, is sure to capture …
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Donegal artist opens striking solo exhibition 2 years ago

Donegal artist opens striking solo exhibition

A thought-provoking new solo exhibition by Donegal-based visual artist Leanne McLaughlin has opened in the Saldanha Gallery, Artlink Fort Dunree.

The captivating artworks, which explore the world of patterns, will be showcased …
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Danu Young Women’s Choir gives voice to a hidden gem 2 years ago

Danu Young Women’s Choir gives voice to a hidden gem

A trailblazing Donegal choir is preparing for one of their biggest performances yet as they give voice to a special song for the first time.

The Danu Young Women’s Choir …
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Fitness fun in memory of much-loved Donegal woman Theresa Peoples 2 years ago

Fitness fun in memory of much-loved Donegal woman Theresa Peoples

The gym crew at Evolve Health and Fitness in Ballybofey rolled back the years this week for a very entertaining fundraiser in memory of an amazing local lady.

An 80s-themed …
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Events: Marvellous Mary’s belated 50th birthday in aid of Letterkenny Rehabilitation Unit 2 years ago

Events: Marvellous Mary’s belated 50th birthday in aid of Letterkenny Rehabilitation Unit

Churchill woman Mary Bradley held a party like no other last weekend as she marked her 50th birthday one year late.

The celebration in Wilkins Bar on Friday was in …
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Huge support for recovery fund for Donegal woman in New York 2 years ago

Huge support for recovery fund for Donegal woman in New York

Friends of a West Donegal woman who has been forced to undergo lifesaving surgery have come together to launch a fund to help her pay her medical bills and get …
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New programmes at Donegal Women’s Centre 2 years ago

New programmes at Donegal Women’s Centre

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The Donegal Women’s Centre is launching three new programmes for women this month starting on the 25th/26th April.

Please share the word with anyone you think may be interested:

Our …
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Claire’s self-care fair to showcase what Donegal has to offer 2 years ago

Claire’s self-care fair to showcase what Donegal has to offer

A unique event launches in Letterkenny this May to shine a light on the many services in Donegal that promote positive mental health.

The ‘Self-Care Wellness Fair’ is being organised …
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Events: Donegal Association in Dublin hosts Donegal Person of the Year 2022 Gala Dinner 2 years ago

Events: Donegal Association in Dublin hosts Donegal Person of the Year 2022 Gala Dinner

Moments of sorrow and pride were shared at the Donegal Dublin Association’s Gala Ball for the 2022 Donegal Person of the Year.

‘The People of Creeslough’ were the joint recipients …
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Creeslough community receives gift of music at Donegal Person of the Year gala ball 2 years ago

Creeslough community receives gift of music at Donegal Person of the Year gala ball

FOUR hundred people gathered in Dublin last night for a poignant event honouring the strength, courage and kindness of the people of Creeslough as they received the Donegal Person of …
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Francine’s Pink Swim, walk and disco raises over €2,200! 2 years ago

Francine’s Pink Swim, walk and disco raises over €2,200!

By  •  News

Friends of a Fanad woman diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2022 came together to show their support for her over Easter.

Francine Costello, now a resident in Mayo, found …
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Four Donegal women aim to inspire in Miss Earth Ireland finals 2 years ago

Four Donegal women aim to inspire in Miss Earth Ireland finals

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Four ambitious young Donegal women are putting the environment first as they compete in a beauty pageant with a difference.

The Miss Earth Ireland 2023 competition got underway recently, with …
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How media can help young woman overcome the barrier in politics 2 years ago

How media can help young woman overcome the barrier in politics

By  •  Politics

During the research of my project for my Leaving Cert Politics and society class I wondered how I could spread my information to reach both the youth and mature women …
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Events: Aoife Dowds’ Beauty Bash 2 years ago

Events: Aoife Dowds’ Beauty Bash

Yesterday was a very stylish Sunday in the An Grianan Hotel as over 160 ladies turned out for Newtowncunningham makeup artist Aoife Dowds’ event.

It was an afternoon full of …
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Egg-cellent surprise for Donegal Domestic Violence Services 2 years ago

Egg-cellent surprise for Donegal Domestic Violence Services

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The Donegal Domestic Violence Services (DDVS) warmly welcomed a donation of Easter Eggs from the Northern Tribe Motorcycle Club. this week.

The eggs are being distributed amongst 100 families that …
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Stranorlar restaurant ‘Before’ to celebrate one year in business 2 years ago

Stranorlar restaurant ‘Before’ to celebrate one year in business

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Stranorlar restaurant ‘Before’ is celebrating one year in business this Sunday April 2nd.

Everyone is invited to come along from 4pm and enjoy live music, food offers and …
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Gallery: Donegal’s businesswomen get inspired on International Women’s Day 2 years ago

Gallery: Donegal’s businesswomen get inspired on International Women’s Day

The Donegal Women in Business Network celebrated International Women’s Day last week with an event full of valuable advice for people at all stages of their business journey.

The “Building …
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Film by Creeslough producer Sheila Friel wins Audience Award in Greece 2 years ago

Film by Creeslough producer Sheila Friel wins Audience Award in Greece

A film co-produced by Donegal woman Sheila Friel has been presented with the much-coveted Audience Award at Thessaloniki International Documentary Film Festival in Greece. 

Shiela Friel from Creeslough is the …
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‘Let’s Talk About Cancer’ morning of music and chat coming to Donegal 2 years ago

‘Let’s Talk About Cancer’ morning of music and chat coming to Donegal

A major event for people affected by cancer is taking place in Donegal this May to raise awareness of local supports and to raise funds for local charities.

‘Let’s talk …
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Awards shine a light on 13 inspirational women of Inishowen 2 years ago

Awards shine a light on 13 inspirational women of Inishowen

By  •  Events

A group of brave, hard-working and caring local women of Inishowen received special recognition from their community this week.

On the eve of International Women’s Day, the Inishowen Development Partnership …
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Creeslough paramedic Frances Griffin wins inaugural Dara Fitzpatrick Award 2 years ago

Creeslough paramedic Frances Griffin wins inaugural Dara Fitzpatrick Award

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A Donegal paramedic has won the inaugural Dara Fitzpatrick Award.

Frances Griffin was one of the first responders at the scene of the Creeslough tragedy in which ten people lost …
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Donegal County Council ‘flips’ the chamber for International Women’s Day 2 years ago

Donegal County Council ‘flips’ the chamber for International Women’s Day

Women took the lead on Donegal County Council proceedings today as part of a unique initiative to show what local politics could look like if women held as …
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‘More women around the world are breaking through that distillery glass ceiling’ 2 years ago

‘More women around the world are breaking through that distillery glass ceiling’

International Women’s Day is the perfect time to shine a light on one female distiller blazing a trail in an historically male dominated industry.

Moira Doherty is the Gin Queen …
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Donegal woman appointed as Partner in law firm Matheson 2 years ago

Donegal woman appointed as Partner in law firm Matheson

By  •  Careers, News

Congratulations to Donegal Town native, Gráinne Boyle who has been appointed by Matheson LLP as a partner in its International Business Group.

Matheson LLP is an Irish law …
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‘The life you save could be your own’ – Women urged to book screening test 2 years ago

‘The life you save could be your own’ – Women urged to book screening test

By  •  Health, News

CervicalCheck is encouraging women in Donegal who have never booked a screening test, or who may have stopped attending for screening for various reasons, to register or book for screening.


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Pierce Brosnan tours Downings in style 2 years ago

Pierce Brosnan tours Downings in style

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Hollywood star Pierce Brosnan was out and about in Downings on Saturday, meeting locals and looking dapper in Donegal tweed.

The Irish actor, best known for playing the iconic role …
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Donegal nurse honoured for innovative cancer research project 2 years ago

Donegal nurse honoured for innovative cancer research project

A Donegal nurse who co-led a research team that devised a trial to take more patients out of hospital for routine cancer medications has been awarded the Irish Cancer Society …
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Donegal seminar hears call to arms for women to enter local politics 2 years ago

Donegal seminar hears call to arms for women to enter local politics

“We need to bring back a sense of respect into political life and support more women to become involved at decision making tables” – that’s according to former Tánaiste Mary …
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Nominations sought for special celebration of Inishowen women 2 years ago

Nominations sought for special celebration of Inishowen women

By  •  News

Is there an amazing Inishowen woman who has made a positive impact on your life?

Why not give them the recognition they deserve by nominating them for a special day …
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Letterkenny Musical Society going head over heels for ‘Kinky Boots’ 2 years ago

Letterkenny Musical Society going head over heels for ‘Kinky Boots’

It isn’t very often that local amateur groups get to stage Irish premieres, but that’s what’s happening at An Grianan Theatre between Tuesday March 4th and Saturday March 11th when …
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Harvey’s Point announce wonderful Wine & Dinner Pairing Experience 2 years ago

Harvey’s Point announce wonderful Wine & Dinner Pairing Experience

Harvey’s Point in Donegal is hosting a special wine and food pairing event this week with renowned Italian winery, Zenato.

Guests will enjoy the finest food and wine pairings during …
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Events: Finding Your Fabulous Live coming to Donegal 2 years ago

Events: Finding Your Fabulous Live coming to Donegal

A day of inspiration and fun is promised at the ‘Finding Your Fabulous Live Event’ on Saturday 25th February at Harvey’s Point Donegal.

Hosted by award-winning interior designer and mindset …
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Incredible €14,568 raised at North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball 2 years ago

Incredible €14,568 raised at North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball

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The 2022 North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball has raised an amazing €14,568.

The organising committee of the ball have thanked all those who attended, sponsored or in any way …
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Donegal seminar aims to inspire more women to become county councillors 2 years ago

Donegal seminar aims to inspire more women to become county councillors

A seminar to promote the need for more women in politics in the North West will take place this month with former Tánaiste Mary Coughlan, Senator Eileen Flynn and Dr Edel …
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Majella calls for renewed support for Relay for Life 2 years ago

Majella calls for renewed support for Relay for Life

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Global Hero of Hope, Majella O’Donnell, has called on more teams to participate in this year’s Relay for Life after questioning the fall-off in support for last year’s event.

Pointing …
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Donegal mother and daughter say Mother and Baby Home redress exclusions are ‘insult’ to survivors 2 years ago

Donegal mother and daughter say Mother and Baby Home redress exclusions are ‘insult’ to survivors

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A Donegal woman and her daughter have spoken of their shock at the limits of the Government’s redress scheme for Mother and Baby Home survivors.

Esther Doherty from Convoy gave …
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