3 years ago
Come and smell the roses in Norah’s gorgeous garden!
A kindhearted local woman will open her beautiful rose garden this weekend for charity.
Norah’s Rose Garden is situated at 85 Blue Cedars, Ballybofey, and will be open from 10am …
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3 years ago
Kind-hearted Letterkenny woman crowned Ulster CAREGiver of the Year
Letterkenny woman Mary Sweeney has been honoured for her work with the most vulnerable people in the community, by being named Home Instead’s 2022 Ulster CAREGiver of the Year.
Care …
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3 years ago
What’s On: Earagail Arts Festival fun for all the family this July (plus lots of FREE events)
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THIS year’s Earagail Arts Festival, 9th July to 24th July, features a number of exciting events for the whole family to enjoy all along the most northern part …
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3 years ago
Donegal singer pens ‘Sarah’s Song’ in memory of a dear friend
Donegal-based harpist and singer Emma Martin will launch a new song this weekend in memory of a talented friend who passed away from cancer.
Sarah Carty died from a rare …
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3 years ago
My top 10 summer styles at Stevens Jewellers
Stevens Jewellers in Letterkenny has unveiled stunning new collections for summer 2022, and I was delighted to be asked to come in and have a browse.
From timeless everyday T-bars …
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3 years ago
Events: Donegal textile artist Deborah Stockdale opens new solo exhibition
A new solo exhibition entitled ‘Resurface’ by Convoy-based textile artist Deborah Stockdale is currently being showcased in the Mezzanine Gallery, Artlink Fort Dunree – with free admission daily from 10:30am-4:30pm …
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3 years ago
Beat the summer boredom at Pinehill Studios Summer Camps
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Make this summer go by in a whirl of fun and activity – find a great camp for your child at Pinehill Studios, Mountain Top Letterkenny.
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3 years ago
Events: Sunday Funday with Colour Me Bootiful!
A great girls’ day out full of fun, style and laughter was had at the Shandon Hotel & Spa this afternoon with Colour Me Bootiful and friends.
The Sunday Funday …
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3 years ago
CAO Change of Mind – Have you Made the Right Decision?
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The deadline for the CAO ‘Change-of-Mind’ facility is 5:00pm, 1 July. Over 60% of CAO applicants use this facility each year, and with the deadline fast approaching, ATU …
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3 years ago
Stunning Sliabh Liag is Donegal’s newest wedding destination!
A young American couple who fell in love with County Donegal said ‘I do’ on top of some of Ireland’s highest cliffs.
Justina Keith, 27, and new husband Alex Lucero, …
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3 years ago
Watch: New luxury screen opens at Eclipse Cinemas Lifford Strabane
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Eclipse Cinemas Lifford Strabane are bringing the classic cinema experience into the modern era with the unveiling of the new Regal Room screen.
Moviegoers are invited to step …
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3 years ago
Delight as beach wheelchair unveiled in Bundoran
A new service has been added to Bundoran’s Blue Flag Main Beach this season, a beach wheelchair.
The wheelchair which has been modified for use on soft sandy surfaces has …
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3 years ago
Communities team up to honour much-loved teacher and Gaelic footballer
A special fundraising weekend is about to kick off at Four Masters GAA club in memory of a much-loved legendary player, Donna Boyle (née Dunnion).
This Saturday will see the …
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3 years ago
Lipid Booster: Why I love the newest hair treatment at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing
Patrick Gildea Hairdressing are always innovating their services, and this summer is no different.
The centre of excellence in Letterkenny has introduced Lipid Booster + – a hair treatment from …
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3 years ago
‘5k for Karen’ fundraiser to support young Letterkenny woman’s cancer treatment
The Aura Leisure Centre in Letterkenny are hosting a 5k walk/run for a great cause on Tuesday 28th June.
The Aura are calling on members and the public to take …
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3 years ago
Events: The Central Hotel unveils a chic new look
As one of the historic landmarks in the Diamond of Donegal Town and fondly known as the “Grand Dame of the Diamond”, The Central Hotel and Leisure Centre celebrated Friday …
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3 years ago
Donegal actress and writer awarded film bursary
Donegal Film Office at Donegal County Council is delighted to announce that actress, writer and director, Dorothy Duffy is the recipient of the second Donegal Film Bursary funded by Creative …
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3 years ago
Multi-sport fun challenge to raise funds for Donegal women’s charities
Females across the region are being encouraged to take part in the women’s only multi-sport fun event scheduled for Sunday, October 9th.
The event, which comprises a 5km walk/jog/run, a 20km …
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3 years ago
How Mary McKenna keeps the plates spinning
Donegal-based founder and investor Mary McKenna MBE loves to juggle a few projects at once, but it’s this variety of business life that she loves the most.
The Tyrone native …
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3 years ago
Donegal Women in Business back with first in-person event in two years
Donegal Women In Business Network, Ireland’s largest independent female business network, returns with a free event of learning and networking.
Join the network in Kee’s Hotel, Stranorlar on June 29th from …
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3 years ago
Terrific support for little TJ’s treatment
The stars were out in force on Sunday for a major fundraiser for a special baby girl.
TJ Needham, whose mum Claire McDaid is from Letterkenny, was the guest of …
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3 years ago
Donegal mother celebrates ‘miracle’ journey of reuniting with daughter
A mother and daughter who had a miracle journey after adoption had a birthday celebration beyond their wildest dreams in Donegal.
Convoy native Esther Doherty will be 60 years old …
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3 years ago
Race towards your next career move at SITA’s Tech Open Night in Letterkenny
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SITA, the global leader in technologies enabling safe and seamless global travel, is growing its technical team with over 20 new positions in Letterkenny, Ireland.
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3 years ago
Donegal broadcaster wins Radio Presenter of the Year Award
RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta Donegal broadcaster Michelle Nic Grianna was presented with the award for Radio Presenter of the Year at the Celtic Media Festival in Quimper in Brittany last …
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3 years ago
Tears and triumph as ‘Walk and Talk For B’ reaches finish line
An 80km walking challenge yesterday in memory of a wonderful Donegal mum came to a triumphant end yesterday evening.
Karol Friel, his children and his family were welcomed to Inver …
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3 years ago
Time in Donegal reminded John Prine of home, says wife Fiona
Fiona Whelan-Prine has said that her late husband John Prine enjoyed coming to Donegal as it reminded him of his early life living in Kentucky.
The wife of the famous …
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3 years ago
In good company with Cassie’s Cocktail Co.
A creative mixologist from Moville is putting her own twist on home-delivered cocktails.
Cassie Lafferty is the new owner of The Cocktail Co., a company that makes fresh artisan cocktails …
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3 years ago
An Cailín Ciúin breaks records for Irish-language film
An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl) has surpassed €600,000 at the UK and Irish box office, continuing to break records for Irish-language film.
The emotive and heartwarming film ranks #14 in …
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3 years ago
‘Walk and Talk for B’ hits the road!
A major fundraising walk is underway today in memory of a wonderful mum and friend, Breda Gallagher-Friel.
Setting off at 3.30am in the pitch dark, with Storm Alex at their …
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3 years ago
Donegal entrepreneur gets pitch-perfect for business showcase
A creative Donegal businesswoman is perfecting her business pitch after securing a place in the SheGenerate showcase final.
Lisa Breslin from Lifford, founder of Imagine Lab, is one of six …
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3 years ago
Catriona’s braving a shave for baby TJ!
A kind-hearted Letterkenny woman will be losing her locks this Sunday to help a little girl in her wish to walk.
Catriona Hegarty from Drumany doesn’t know little TJ Needham, …
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3 years ago
Farewell Finola! Donegal Women’s Collective coordinator looks forward to a new chapter
A pioneering Donegal woman is about to embark on an exciting new journey after retiring from the Donegal branch of Women’s Collective Ireland.
Finola Brennan has been a trailblazing activist …
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3 years ago
Countdown on to Colour Me Bootiful’s Sunday Funday at the Shandon Hotel & Spa
Derry influencer and makeup artist Antonia Gallagher (aka CMB Colour Me Bootiful) is set to host the ultimate girls’ day out at the Shandon Hotel and Spa this June.
The …
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3 years ago
Win your holiday with TDactive Holidays!
Our partners at TDactive Holidays have launched an exciting giveaway where one lucky traveller will win back the value of their holiday!
Book your guided group holiday with TDactive Holidays …
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3 years ago
Women lead the way in Donegal sports programme
Local sports figures in Donegal have been empowered to build networks and overcome challenges through the 2022 Donegal Sports Partnership’s Female Leadership Programme.
Participants were presented with their certificates at …
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3 years ago
Healing Journeys – How art helps Donegal abuse survivors feel a brush of freedom
There’s more than meets the eye in the new pop-up art exhibition at the Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny.
The loud, colourful and varied collection has been created by Donegal Rape …
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3 years ago
See the future of Donegal design and fashion at ATU Donegal showcase
The Department of Design and Creative Media at ATU Donegal will host their annual end-of-year graduate showcase on campus this Thursday 9 June at 6pm.
All are welcome to this …
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3 years ago
Donegal native elected as new mayor of Derry and Strabane
Sinn Féin councillor Sandra Duffy has been elected as the new mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council.
Mayor Duffy, from Burnfoot, accepted the mayoral chain from her predecessor, …
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3 years ago
Lisa McHugh shares stunning snaps from ‘beyond perfect’ Donegal wedding day
Irish country star Lisa McHugh has revealed that her picture-perfect wedding in Gortahork was a dream come true.
The Glasgow-born singer married her partner Nathan Khan in a Donegal seaside …
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3 years ago
Local women fly the flag for Donegal at Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon
More than 20,000 women took to the streets of Dublin on Sunday to take part in the 2022 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon.
Donegal women were among the crowds, collecting medals …
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3 years ago
Katie McAteer is bound for Tralee!
Rathmullan woman Katie McAteer has been crowned as the new Donegal Rose for 2022.
The 24-year-old PR account manager has an exciting summer ahead as she represents Donegal at home …
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3 years ago
Events: Gloria Seasons grand opening – a fresh new food store for Letterkenny!
A brand new shop has opened in Letterkenny to provide busy people with wholesome and healthy food with great taste.
Chef Alana Conaghan celebrated the launch of her new Gloria …
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3 years ago
Donegal Rose of 2022 to be chosen this weekend
Eleven young Donegal women have been announced as finalists for the Donegal Rose selection this weekend.
The contestants are all hoping to be crowned the ‘Donegal Rose’ of 2022 and …
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3 years ago
‘Walk and Talk’ to remember beloved Donegal mum Breda Gallagher-Friel
Five hundred people will take part in a charity event next Saturday 11th June called “Walk and Talk For B”, organised by the family and friends of Breda Gallagher-Friel who …
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3 years ago
Second breast surgeon post made permanent in Donegal
Cancer campaigners have welcomed recent developments at the Breast Centre North West where the second breast surgeon post has now been made permanent.
Donegal Action for Cancer Care have welcomed …
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3 years ago
Moya Brennan ‘thrilled and humbled’ with honorary doctorate
Donegal folk musician Moya Brennan has received an honorary doctorate from Dublin City University.
The Grammy award winning Clannad superstar was conferred the award of Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) …
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3 years ago
Donegal mum shares the unseen side of MS
A young Donegal mum has created some powerful artwork to reveal the unseen symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis.
Marion Mulhern was first diagnosed with MS in 2018. Her last relapse occurred …
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3 years ago
Donegal scientist joins prestigious Royal Irish Academy
A hugely-accomplished crop scientist from Donegal has been elected as a new member of the Royal Irish Academy.
Fiona Doohan, from Falcarragh is a Professor of Plant Health at UCD.
3 years ago
Derry Girls star Jamie-Lee O’Donnell to show us ‘The Real Derry’ in new Channel 4 doc
Derry Girls actress Jamie-Lee O’Donnell will front a new documentary about her life in her home city of Derry.
Jamie-Lee, who plays the hilarious Michelle in the hit comedy Derry …
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3 years ago
Last call for Miss Donegal 2022
Diamonds are forever for the Miss Ireland Organisation as this year marks its 75th Jubilee of the competition with plans for the largest and most spectacular show this summer.
The …
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