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Up-and-coming Country star Chelsea Evans is about to make the biggest step in her career yet.

The 18-year-old Dunfanaghy girl is building up to the exciting launch of her debut …
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A Letterkenny artist is hoping to celebrate the feminine spirit on the Eurovision stage this summer as she competes to represent Ireland.

Leila Jane Keeney, a native of the Cathedral …
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A talented makeup artist from Letterkenny is having a brush with fame as he appears in a popular TV competition.

Kris Cannon is one of the creative contestants appearing on …
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Gaoth Dobhair woman Clodagh Ní Ghallchóir will feature in the new TG4 series, Céim Chun Cinn.

The series spends an academic year with four Irish students to give a unique …
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We could be seeing the return of a Donegal man to the Eurovision stage this year, as Donegal singer-songwriter ADGY has been selected as one of six acts to battle …
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People from Donegal were among the thousands who took part in a cold swim fundraiser for Women’s Aid yesterday.

The Nollaig na mBan fundraiser had over 1,900 people signing up …
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2023 is set to be another successful year at the V Spa located within the 4-star Villa Rose Hotel, Ballybofey. 

2022 saw the V Spa achieve a record number …
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A young Donegal car fanatic is hoping to accelerate her love life on RTE 2’s First Dates Ireland.

Sorcha Little, aged 25, will appear on the first episode of the …
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A Letterkenny woman has had the honour of reading to a global audience at the Requiem Mass of Pope Emeritus Benedict.

Mary Maguire of the Raphoe Diocese proclaimed the second …
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Donegal’s oldest citizen Ruby Druce rang in the New Year in style yesterday with cake, presents, and a surprise call from her favourite celebrities, Daniel and Majella O’Donnell.

Remarkable Ruby, …
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Many of Donegal’s best-known female musicians and poets will be coming together this January 6th for Nollaig na mBan.

The Wild Atlantic Women and friends will perform their annual concert …
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Did you get engaged this Christmas? If so the An Chúirt 3-Day Wedding Showcase taking place on January 2nd, 3rd & 4th is the perfect place to start your planning.

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Sarah Jessica Parker has revealed that she enjoyed a quiet Christmas break in Ireland.

The Sex And The City star, who has a holiday home in coastal Kilcar, enjoyed her …
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A Donegal-based brand has an exciting 2023 in store with the launch of a new clothing collection for people of all abilities.

ADAPTAFASHION is the brainchild of Sarah Timony from …
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The Irish language film industry is celebrating an historic moment after An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl) was shortlisted for an Oscar for the Best International Feature Film. 

The film …
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Donegal’s oldest person Ruby Duce is getting ready for yet another Christmas and another incredible birthday.

The amazing Castlefin woman, who was born on New Year’s Eve 1915, will turn …
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Kerrykeel woman Mary Whoriskey has been honoured with a ‘Gala Retail Inspiration Award’ this year in recognition of her charity work.

Each December, Mary and her husband Michael turn their …
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Looking for the perfect gift this Christmas? Give your loved ones something to look forward to with a Travel Department gift voucher.

They can be purchased for any amount, have …
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The star-studded concert to thank those involved in the aftermath of the Creeslough tragedy is officially sold out.

Details of the New Year concert, ‘Together for Creeslough’ were announced at …
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Some early clinics will be held in Cavan, Donegal and Sligo next week as part of the Laura Brennan HPV vaccine catch-up programme.

The programme is aimed at those aged …
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A Donegal man has raised a stunning €8,000 for charities in Donegal after running the Dublin Marathon in October in honour of his mum.

Barry Chambers, from Castlefinn, took on …
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Tick off your Christmas gift list this season with Mourne Antiques & Jewellery Letterkenny – a store where every item has a story. 

The antique shop is stocked …
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The team at Lough Eske Castle celebrated its 15th anniversary last night with a memorable event which included special guest Packie Bonner. 

With over 100 guests attending including Donegal Mayor …
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The hugely-talented Henry Girls will be getting us in the Christmas spirit next week with two matinee concerts in Derry.

The family friendly singalong shows will take place in the …
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If you’re looking for something extra special to gift this Christmas, make sure to visit Amelia’s Irish Design and Gifts.

The Main Street Letterkenny store is a one-stop …
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It’s as busy as the North Pole at the Christmas at Cooneys shop in Letterkenny!

The popular Christmas store has fast become a destination for Christmas lovers, with people travelling …
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A star-studded concert to thank all those involved in the aftermath of the Creeslough tragedy is to be held in Co Donegal in the New Year.

The concert, ‘Together for …
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There is huge sadness both in Donegal and in Boston following the passing of a much-loved mum, wife and friend, Vivienne Lynch McDaid.

The popular Buncrana woman had travelled to …
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Three popular Donegal beauty businesses are celebrating success at the Irish Beauty Industry Awards 2022.

The Shandon Hotel Spa, Lifford Beautician Tara McGavigan and Creative Hairdressing in Ardara all scooped …
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Rathmullan-based singer-songwriter Carol Wilson has just released an uplifting new Christmas single.

The song is called ‘Stars’ and has an atmospheric and magical feel to it. It is about someone …
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Our health and wellness series continues with Pharmacist Emer King from Inish Pharmacy.

Party season is upon us! 

One of the main things we think of at Christmas is food. There …
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Dungloe woman Carleen Walsh graduates with a PhD in Psychology this week after turning to education during the most difficult moments in her life.

Dr Carleen (Walsh) Gallagher always wanted …
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A unique set of artworks is going on display in a free exhibition opening in Letterkenny this weekend.

The special collection of works by Ukrainian artists, both amateur and professional, comes …
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Two Mountcharles women have been honoured by President Michael D. Higgins at the Distinguished Service Awards Ceremony in Áras an Uachtaráin.

Mary Ellen McGroarty, the Director of the United Nations …
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If you’re in an uncomfortable situation on a night out, there’s now a code word you can use to get help.

Just ‘Ask for Angela’.

Gardaí in Donegal launched a …
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It’s that time of year when we are searching for unique gifts, and Donegal Bees have come up with something very special.

The award-winning Glencolumbkille beekeeping company has launched its …
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This week will see the release of a brand-new authored documentary by Donegal musician and national treasure Mairéad Ní Mhaoinigh on RnaG.

The programme, commissioned to mark 50 years of …
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There were proud moments for Lisa McGee yesterday as she became the first woman to be conferred with the Freedom of the City of Derry.

The world-renowned playwright, screenwriter and …
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Five well-known artists from the Twin Towns are exhibiting their paintings prints and wearable art in a unique style just a week before Christmas.

Following on from their great success …
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A well-known West Donegal woman’s fundraising journey has raised an amazing €17,000 for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

Bríd Sweeney from Loch an lúir has been walking every day in …
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Derrybeg woman Kathleen Griffin is the pride of her community after a charity head shave this afternoon.

Mum-of-three Kathleen is currently undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer and, as her chemotherapy …
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Local Donegal makers got a unique opportunity to showcase their work at Gifted contemporary craft and design fair in the RDS at the weekend.

Michelle McCarroll and Marina Hamilton were …
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Have you been putting your Christmas shopping on the long finger? Are you starting to feel the stress of it all now? Well stress no more, because we’ve handpicked 12 …
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Letterkenny teacher Louise Flanagan has released a new series of her hugely popular children’s books just in time for Christmas.

The ‘Return To Dragonterra’ books follow on from the original …
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The Annual Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball made a welcome return to the Silver Tassie in Letterkenny last night.

Hundreds turned out in style for the glamourous event to help raise …
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The Donegal Women in Business Network’s Christmas Lunch is back after two years.

The celebratory event is often a highlight of the network’s calendar. It’s a special chance for members …
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‘Derry Girls’ creator Lisa McGee is to receive the Freedom of the City of Derry.

She will be the first woman to receive the honour at a ceremony this Monday.

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The countdown to Christmas is on, and if you’re looking to #BuyDonegal this year, why not consider buying vouchers for amazing Donegal experiences?

From a luxury hotel stay to a …
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Top wedding suppliers and entertainers from across Donegal have been announced as finalists of the 5th Irish Wedding Awards 2023.

The Irish Wedding Awards 2023 aim to recognise and …
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Brave and beautiful Burnfoot girl Caitlin Strain has passed away, aged nine.

The much-loved schoolgirl had been undergoing treatment for a brain tumour for a number of years and was …
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