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Former Donegal Ladies GAA star Shannon McGroddy has met her match.

She announced her engagement this weekend to fiancé James Lee McBride – her childhood sweetheart.

Shannon had featured in …
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Leading Irish historian Dr Angela Byrne has announced the upcoming launch of her new book about Irish encounters with Romanov Russia.

In Anarchy and Authority, readers follow contemporaneous accounts of Irish …
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Antoinette Moore, founder of Pyramid Holistic Centre, and Lisa Breslin, founder of Imagine Lab, are calling on female entrepreneurs from Donegal to join the ACORNS programme.

Both are past participants …
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A young baking pro from Gaoth Dobhair is fronting a new children’s cookery series airing on Cúla4 this September.

Aoibhín O’Dea (21), founder of Cácaí Aoibhín, is well-known for her …
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The Arranmore Shorefront Stage hosted a ‘miraculous’ festival on August 17th and 18th as musicians from all corners of Ireland gathered to perform on one of the most beautiful stages …
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The Donegal Women in Business Network will celebrate 25 years of empowerment with a special networking conference in Lough Eske Castle this September.

Irish designer and equitable workplace campaigner …
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Discover the joy of the Irish language through song through Community Singing Le Chéile workshops, taking place on Saturday, 24th August at The Vestry in Letterkenny.

These unique workshops are …
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Nell McCafferty, one of Ireland’s most outspoken female voices has passed away.

Born in Derry, the 80-year-old passed away at a Donegal nursing home this morning.

Her family has just …
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A woman who lost her husband and two children in a horrific tragedy in Co Donegal has spoken about how she still lives from hour to hour after her huge …
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Donegal Rose Niamh Shevlin shared a heartfelt tribute to her late auntie in her Rose of Tralee interview this evening.

Opening the show as the first Rose on the stage, …
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Kind-hearted Milford girl Alisha Rodgers getting ready to donate her long locks to children in need this September.

Alisha, who hasn’t had a big haircut since 2020, adores her long …
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There were surprises and goodwill galore on Saturday as over €10,000 was raised during a charity headshave at Anne O’Gorman’s hair salon in Ballybofey.

The fundraiser for Beaumont Hospital was …
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The countdown is on for Donegal Rose Niamh Shevlin ahead of her big moment in the Tralee Dome at the live selection nights this week.

The Rose of Tralee festival …
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A fundraising drive is underway for a young Donegal family who experienced a medical emergency in Spain.

Tracey McGowan (main pic), from Ballybofey, was on holiday with her …
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ACRES Donegal are hosting two events in the coming weeks focusing on women in agriculture and their needs.

Titled “UR-WAN: Understanding Rural – Women in Agriculture Needs”, the two events …
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Magee of Donegal are delighted to celebrate Donegal 550 with a day-long event exploring their heritage as one of Donegal Town’s oldest department stores with a rich history …
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Our partners at Travel Department are thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for you to save even more on your dream holiday!

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A young woman is doing a charity head shave for Beaumont Hospital as she prepares for a life-changing brain surgery for epilepsy.

Natalia Marchlewska and her partner James Britton are …
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Discover the joy of the Irish language through song through Community Singing Le Chéile workshops, taking place on Saturday, 24th August at The Vestry in Letterkenny.

These unique workshops are …
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Donegal Minister Charlie McConalogue has launched the opening of the call for applications for ACORNS 10.

ACORNS is a free initiative for early-stage female entrepreneurs based in rural Ireland that …
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Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa is the place to be for anyone planning their big day with its upcoming Wedding Fayre on Sunday, August 25th from 1-4pm. This event promises to …
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Maureen McLaughlin is the toast of St Johnston after being announced as one of just eight finalists for the National Brown Bread Baking Competition!

Supported by Euronics in association with …
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Shandon Hotel & Spa’s Selfcare Sundays are becoming one of Donegal’s most sought-after escapes, with demand rising for the yoga, sea swimming, and spa pampering experience.

The seaside …
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The search has officially begun for Miss Donegal as the quest to find Miss Ireland 2025 restarts again.

Contestants from each county are invited to take part in the competition, …
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Letterkenny Pharmacy Technician Clare O’Donnell has been crowned this year’s Mary From Dungloe.

Claire, who was this year’s ‘Donegal Mary’ was a hugely popular choice with the judges.

She was …
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A Letterkenny woman is preparing to make her debut in a leading stage role in a musical in Gosford, Australia.

Rachel Diver (née Hogg) is the leading lady in Gosford …
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Sligo-based Chef Manuela Caniglia, in collaboration with KuoreItalia, has launched an unforgettable journey of food and wine in Italy.

With over 20 years of experience in Italy …
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Donegal TikTokker Eric Roberts and his wife Niamh have shared the happy news that they are expecting a baby.

Eric posted a beautiful video to his followers this evening showing …
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A Vintage Fashion Show and Afternoon Tea held in Drimarone this month has been a resounding success, raising an impressive €12,400 for the Loreto Girls School in Rumbek, South Sudan.

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Thérapie Clinic, Europe’s number one medical aesthetic clinic group, opened its newest clinic in Letterkenny with a much anticipated launch event.

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Derry Girls star Saoirse-Monica Jackson is feeling the pressure when it comes to planning a wedding with a “ginormous” family.

The actress opened up about her wedding plans in the …
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Two women who fled their war-torn homes in Ukraine have found solace and purpose in the heart of Milford.

Alla Hres and Yuliia Ovchar established the ‘First House’ Art and …
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Hollywood actor Peter Gallagher has been spotted out and about enjoying Donegal’s culinary and golfing gems.

The star of The OC and scores of US dramas and films, Gallagher has …
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Two Donegal beauty salons have picked up titles in the Irish Nails Brows Lashes Awards 2024.

Pluck It Eye and Brow Artistry Bar in Ballybofey and The Brow Company in …
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The husband of a Falcarragh woman who received the gift of life through organ donation is embarking on an epic charity cycle next week.

Elizabeth Ferry will be cheering on …
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She had to wait an extra day, but clearly time is no limitation for 92-year-old Kay Sinclair.

The Donegal Town woman was insistent on making a daring charity skydive in …
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Rural Enterprise Skillnet is reopening applications for the next edition of its popular Women in Construction programme after a successful launch earlier this year.

This fully-funded full-time programme …
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Greencastle businesswoman Laura Bonnar has been awarded the title of Global Irish Business Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 by the All-Ireland Business Foundation.

The Muff Liquor Company CEO has been …
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The below article has been contributed by Mary-Ellen McGroarty, World Food Programme (WFP) Country Director in South Sudan.

A native of Mountcharles, Mary Ellen has many years of humanitarian leadership …
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Downings woman Barbara Gallagher is adding a meaningful purpose to her milestone 50th birthday celebrations this July.

Instead of traditional gifts, Barbara, a dedicated Senior Enhanced Paediatric Nurse in Letterkenny, …
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Donegal disability advocate Nikki Bradley has been formally introduced as the Taoiseach’s nominee to the Seanad.

Ms Bradley takes the seat vacated by Regina Doherty who was elected as an …
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Local mums in Donegal are enjoying walks, chats and support thanks to new meet-ups sparked by Killea woman Sinead Feeney.

Healthcare assistant Sinead, aged 26, struggled with post-partum anxiety after …
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Greencastle woman Laura Bonner was beaming with joy to be surrounded by so many supporters at the Muff Liquor Company brand home launch today.

The award-winning entrepreneur’s 20 year dream …
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An award-winning business accelerator established to encourage female entrepreneurship in Donegal is now open for applications.

Following the success of the programme over the last four years, Local Enterprise …
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A School Uniform Swap Shop is returning to Castlefin to assist families with back to school costs.

Castlefin Uniform Swap Shop is a pop-up School Uniform Exchange where parents and …
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Community fundraisers continue this July in support of Donegal girl TJ McDaid’s wish to walk.

Three-year-old TJ arrived back home to Ireland last week after another period of treatment in …
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The Free Contraception Scheme has been expanded from today to include women aged 32-35.

This means that all women aged 17 to 35 are now covered under the scheme.

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Hollywood actress Sarah Jessica Parker is stepping up to support an Irish Pride fundraiser in true ‘Carrie Bradshaw’ style – with high heels!

The Sex and the City star has …
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Two women’s charities in Donegal have received the proceeds of Team Donegal Oil’s second Women’s Only Multi-Sport Adventure Challenge.

The outdoor challenge, which took place in Gartan in April, attracted …
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Irish Swifties are gearing up for a sequin-filled weekend as Taylor Swift prepares for her three sold-out Eras Tour shows. But for some fans, the excitement extends beyond the concerts …
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