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Donegal farm life inspires Buncrana author’s new children’s book 1 day ago

Donegal farm life inspires Buncrana author’s new children’s book

By  •  Life

Buncrana author Jade O’Neill is set to charm young readers and families yet again with the release of her newest children’s book.

The book is the first of a series …
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Gweedore actress returning home for one-night-only show 5 days ago

Gweedore actress returning home for one-night-only show

Gweedore native Brídín Ní Mhaoldhomhnaigh is preparing to return to the very stage where her career began, Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair, with Dathanna Geala Amháin (Bright Colours Only), a wickedly funny one-woman …
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Carndonagh’s Caitríona McLaughlin lands major London theatre productions 1 week ago

Carndonagh’s Caitríona McLaughlin lands major London theatre productions

Award-winning Inishowen director Caitríona McLaughlin has landed two major productions as part of her National Theatre debut.

McLaughlin, who is originally from Carndonagh, will direct A-list casts in two 20th-century …
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Cathaoirleach Niamh Kennedy awarded Honorary Degree in the US 2 weeks ago

Cathaoirleach Niamh Kennedy awarded Honorary Degree in the US

The Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Niamh Kennedy and the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr have been awarded Honorary Doctoral degrees from …
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Events: Cathaoirleach’s Concert is unforgettable evening of music and support for domestic violence services 2 weeks ago

Events: Cathaoirleach’s Concert is unforgettable evening of music and support for domestic violence services

Friday, 18th April saw An Grianán Theatre filled with music, joy and community spirit, as the Cathaoirleach’s Charity Concert proved a poignant and unforgettable evening in support of Donegal Domestic …
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Hop onboard the Easter Express at Oakfield Park this weekend! 3 weeks ago

Hop onboard the Easter Express at Oakfield Park this weekend!

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Last remaining tickets are available for Easter adventures at Oakfield Park this April with new activities added to the Easter Express experience.

Spring into action from April 19th – …
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Hop into Easter fun at Tinneys Toys – your #1 local toy store! 3 weeks ago

Hop into Easter fun at Tinneys Toys – your #1 local toy store!

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Spring into the season with fun, laughter, and a little Easter magic at Tinneys Toys, your number one local toy store, proudly serving families across Letterkenny and beyond.

Join …
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Jennifer’s Journey: From facing breast cancer to helping others 4 weeks ago

Jennifer’s Journey: From facing breast cancer to helping others

By  •  Health, News

There is no good time to battle serious illness.

No good time to be told you have breast cancer and must face into the relevant treatment.

But when Jennifer McCosker …
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Donegal’s youngest councillor looks to Romania for women’s healthcare 1 month ago

Donegal’s youngest councillor looks to Romania for women’s healthcare

Donegal’s youngest county councillor, Dakota Nic Mheanman, says her battle with undiagnosed illness could force her to have surgery in Romania.

Sinn Féin Cllr Mhic Mheanman has been living with …
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Watch: Buncrana warrior Christine Gill surprised with VIP Westlife invite! 1 month ago

Watch: Buncrana warrior Christine Gill surprised with VIP Westlife invite!

Remarkable Buncrana woman Christine Gill got the surprise of her life yesterday when members of her all-time favourite band, Westlife, sent her a VIP gig invite.

Christine (39), who has …
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Letterkenny salon scoops all-Ireland Nail and Brow Bar of the Year Award! 1 month ago

Letterkenny salon scoops all-Ireland Nail and Brow Bar of the Year Award!

Signature Nails and Beauty by Rina in Letterkenny is celebrating major success in the Irish Nails Brows Lashes Awards.

The popular salon picked up the Best in Ulster AND the …
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From MAC to VIEVE: Aoife Dowds shares magical makeup journey 1 month ago

From MAC to VIEVE: Aoife Dowds shares magical makeup journey

By  •  Beauty

Newtowncunningham makeup artist and influencer Aoife Dowds has shared the story of her skyrocketing career on one of Ireland’s top podcasts.

A new episode of the The Louise Clarke Podcast …
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Stranorlar strongwoman powers to national title 1 month ago

Stranorlar strongwoman powers to national title

Stranorlar’s Megan Kate Jennings has gained a Strongwoman Ireland title for the second time, this time taking first in the U73kg category.

Megan competed in the OSG (Official Strongman Games) …
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Generous Donegal artists donate works to charity art sale 1 month ago

Generous Donegal artists donate works to charity art sale

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Donegal artists have once again shown generosity by donating an array of special artworks for this year’s incognito art sale in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation.

A total of 12 artists from the county …
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Letterkenny: Let’s take a Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s this April 1 month ago

Letterkenny: Let’s take a Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s this April

Parkinson’s Ireland will host its flagship fundraising event, ‘A Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s’ in Letterkenny’s Bernard McGlinchey Town Park on Saturday, April 5th at 11am.

Individuals, teams and …
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‘Sick of women being ignored’ – Endometriosis meeting addresses awareness crisis 2 months 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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Huge sadness at passing of Ruby Druce, Ireland’s oldest person 2 months ago

Huge sadness at passing of Ruby Druce, Ireland’s oldest person

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There is a profound sadness across Donegal today after the passing of Ruby Druce, Ireland’s oldest citizen.

The Castlefinn woman passed peacefully at her home yesterday, aged 109.

Born in …
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Donegal karate sensei kicks down barriers in new RTE series 2 months ago

Donegal karate sensei kicks down barriers in new RTE series

The founder of Donegal’s first female-led martial arts club in Donegal will appear on a new RTE sports series next week.

Mary O’Neill, who is originally from Coolboy, will be …
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Endometriosis awareness event to be held in Ballybofey 2 months 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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Have a cracking family day out this Easter at Oakfield Park! 2 months ago

Have a cracking family day out this Easter at Oakfield Park!

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An egg-citing Easter adventure awaits at Oakfield Park this April with new activities added to the Easter Express experience.

Spring into action from April 19th – 21st, 12noon to …
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Donegal’s Eve Belle celebrates Ulster music scene in new BBC series 2 months ago

Donegal’s Eve Belle celebrates Ulster music scene in new BBC series

West Donegal singer-songwriter Eve Belle is the co-host of a Ceolta, an exciting new six-part music series set to premiere on BBC NI Gaeilge on Monday.

Also hosted by Fiachna …
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Who will be the next Miss Donegal? 2 months ago

Who will be the next Miss Donegal?

By  •  Life

The quest to find 77th Miss Ireland is underway and the Miss Ireland Organisation is searching for the next Miss Donegal – a dynamic ambassador who will represent the county …
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Circet Hiring: Exciting job opportunities as Letterkenny Hub grows 2 months ago

Circet Hiring: Exciting job opportunities as Letterkenny Hub grows

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Telecommunications leaders Circet are expanding in Letterkenny with new opportunities for Network Planners to be part of the company’s future.

Donagh Kelly our CEO and Director of Design Greg …
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Swilly Sisters’ Shed takes flight with huge community interest 2 months ago

Swilly Sisters’ Shed takes flight with huge community interest

By  •  News

The launch of a new Swilly Sisters’ Shed was a huge success this week, with nearly 70 attendees gathering in Rathmullan.

The new shed invites women aged 18 and over …
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Celebrate sustainable style and Irish heritage at the Circular Dress Collaborative! 2 months 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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Events: Donegal Women in Business hold ‘Fit For Business’ IWD celebration 2 months 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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North West Breast Cancer Ball raises over €6,000 despite event cancellation 2 months ago

North West Breast Cancer Ball raises over €6,000 despite event cancellation

By  •  News

The Committee of the North West Breast Cancer Ball in Letterkenny are thrilled to announce that over €6,000 has been raised for breast cancer support and research thanks to the …
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West End performers bringing murder mystery thrills to Silver Tassie dinner show 2 months 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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Female plumbing apprentice hopes for more women to take up the trades 2 months ago

Female plumbing apprentice hopes for more women to take up the trades

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This International Women’s Day is dedicated to accelerating action, and supporting women in diverse careers is an important step forward for all industries, particularly the trades.

A Buncrana woman …
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Cathaoirleach’s concert to support Donegal Domestic Violence Services 2 months ago

Cathaoirleach’s concert to support Donegal Domestic Violence Services

By  •  Events

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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New ‘Sisters’ Shed’ for women launching in Rathmullan 2 months ago

New ‘Sisters’ Shed’ for women launching in Rathmullan

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A new ‘shed’ community is set to launch in Rathmullan next week for local women to meet and make friendships.

The Swilly Sisters’ Shed will be an open group for …
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Free talk on formidable Iníon Dubh at Donegal Castle this International Women’s Day 2 months 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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Book a beauty boost at the Shandon Spa Phi clinic this March 2 months ago

Book a beauty boost at the Shandon Spa Phi clinic this March

The Shandon Hotel & Spa Phi Clinic is back on Sunday 23rd March, offering expert semi-permanent makeup and skin treatments from a leading artist. 

Spearheading the clinic is Leigh Fitzpatrick, …
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Gaoth Dobhair’s Áine Ní Bhreisleáin dips into Ireland’s wellness industry 2 months ago

Gaoth Dobhair’s Áine Ní Bhreisleáin dips into Ireland’s wellness industry

Gaoth Dobhair journalist Áine Ní Bhreisleáin is presenting a new series on exploring the wellness industry in Ireland – body, mind and soul.

‘Sonas’, starting on Wednesday 19th March, is …
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Donegal Women’s Centre seeks facilitators for empowerment programmes 2 months ago

Donegal Women’s Centre seeks facilitators for empowerment programmes

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Donegal Women’s Centre has announced an exciting opportunity for experienced facilitators to join a panel for upcoming community focused programmes aimed at empowering women in Donegal.

The organisation is seeking …
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Letterkenny consultant launches pageant for young African women 2 months ago

Letterkenny consultant launches pageant for young African women

By  •  Life

Letterkenny-based Dr Dineo Moiloa-Murphy aims to inspire and empower the next generation of African women in Ireland with the launch of a pageant.

Dineo Moiloa-Murphy, a native of South …
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‘Nothing prepares you’ – Highland Radio boss Fionnuala Rabbitt speaks of shock and support during cancer journey 2 months ago

‘Nothing prepares you’ – Highland Radio boss Fionnuala Rabbitt speaks of shock and support during cancer journey

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Highland Radio CEO and Breast Cancer Survivor, Fionnuala Rabbitt is calling on the Donegal community to go all in against cancer for the Irish Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day, which takes …
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Mother’s love shines in heartfelt single by Carol Wilson 2 months ago

Mother’s love shines in heartfelt single by Carol Wilson

Donegal singer-songwriter Carol Wilson is releasing an emotional song for her daughter in time for International Women’s Day.

‘Lily’ is a love letter, full of soulful, honest and raw …
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Michaela Harkin hoping to bring Glór Tíre title to Donegal for the second year in a row 2 months ago

Michaela Harkin hoping to bring Glór Tíre title to Donegal for the second year in a row

Michaela Harkin had long harboured ambitions to be on TG4’s long-running, hit Country Music show, Glór Tíre, and the milestone Season 21 is where she finds herself stepping on stage …
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New consultant breast surgeon to join Breast Care Centre at LUH 2 months ago

New consultant breast surgeon to join Breast Care Centre at LUH

The HSE has successfully recruited a Consultant Breast Surgeon to take on the role of the outgoing surgeon, Mr Manvydas Varzgalis.

Dr Varzgalis is resigning from his post to take …
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Donegal mum turns cancer journey into generous fundraiser 2 months ago

Donegal mum turns cancer journey into generous fundraiser

A Donegal mum who was diagnosed with cancer while pregnant will brave a head shave in support of children in her community.

Sara McGlinchey (née Nairn) from Ramelton was 34 …
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Eric Roberts crowned Ireland’s Best Social Media Star! 2 months ago

Eric Roberts crowned Ireland’s Best Social Media Star!

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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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Donegal Women’s Centre celebrating 35 years of support in Donegal 3 months ago

Donegal Women’s Centre celebrating 35 years of support in Donegal

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Donegal Women’s Centre is celebrating 35 years of commitment to improving the lives of women in Donegal.

Established by a dedicated group of volunteers, the Centre was born out …
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Justice finally achieved for family of Danielle McLaughlin 3 months ago

Justice finally achieved for family of Danielle McLaughlin

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The heartbroken family of Buncrana woman Danielle McLaughlin have said justice has “finally been achieved”.

Danielle was raped and killed in India just two weeks after arriving there in 2017.


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Aoibheann Walsh plans exciting next chapter after disappointing exit from The Apprentice 3 months ago

Aoibheann Walsh plans exciting next chapter after disappointing exit from The Apprentice

Kerrykeel businesswoman Aoibheann Walsh may have been fired from BBC’s The Apprentice, but she was a winner in the style stakes.

The Kerrykeel woman was last night given the boot …
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Fall in love with your kitchen again with hassle-free re-spraying 3 months ago

Fall in love with your kitchen again with hassle-free re-spraying

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Is your kitchen beginning to feel a little outdated? Are the cabinets that once impressed now looking tired? If the thought of a full renovation feels daunting, there’s a …
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Geraldine Mullan says family will give her strength on Kilimanjaro charity climb 3 months ago

Geraldine Mullan says family will give her strength on Kilimanjaro charity climb

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A Moville woman who lost her husband and two children in a tragic road incident says her late family will keep her going as she climbs Mount Kilimanjaro.

Geraldine Mullan’s …
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Kind-hearted Slimming World leader inspires generous donation to Ronald McDonald House 3 months ago

Kind-hearted Slimming World leader inspires generous donation to Ronald McDonald House

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A Letterkenny-based Slimming World consultant, driven by her own personal experience, has inspired members across Donegal to raise €822.36 for Ronald McDonald House.

December was not only a month …
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Donegal poet Annemarie Ní Churreáin selected as UCD’s Writer in Residence for 2025 3 months ago

Donegal poet Annemarie Ní Churreáin selected as UCD’s Writer in Residence for 2025

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Donegal woman Annemarie Ní Churreáin has been named by the Arts Council as UCD’s Writer in Residence for 2025.

Ní Churreáin hails from Cloich Cheann Fhaola.

She has published three …
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Baby joy for Mary from Dungloe Clare O’Donnell 3 months ago

Baby joy for Mary from Dungloe Clare O’Donnell

By  •  Life

Clare O’Donnell, the reigning Mary From Dungloe, has celebrated the arrival of her first baby.

The Letterkenny woman and her partner Adam Bonnar welcomed their beautiful baby boy Cillian on …
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