6 years ago
It’s the series finale of Derry Girls and we’re just not ready yet
Six weeks of giggles and great Derry humour will come to an end tonight in the series two finale of Derry Girls.
The Channel4 comedy brought us on great adventures …
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6 years ago
Donegal duo net prize for best chowder in Ireland
A popular food shack in the heart of Killybegs has scooped the coveted title of best chowder in Ireland.
Chefs Mairead and Garry Anderson of the Killybegs Seafood Shack gave …
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6 years ago
Emmet’s health challenge of the week: The Gratitude Challenge
This week’s challenge is one that we all need to do much, MUCH more.
We live in an age of instant gratification.
- SnapChat
Each …
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6 years ago
Luck is in the air: Three Donegal players to appear on next Winning Streak
There’s definitely some good fortune in the hills of Donegal as an incredible THREE people from the county are to appear on Winning Streak this week.
Donegal contestants have appeared …
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6 years ago
Miscarriage awareness project raises €4,250
A Christmas charity campaign has raised an incredible €4,250 to support services for parents who have suffered a miscarriage or stillbirth.
The EverGlow Project by Christmas Spirit LK was launched …
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6 years ago
Thoroughly Modern Mammy – Ssssh Mammy
“Did you have a nice day at school?” yeah “Any news for me?” No “What did you learn today?” Nuthin “Did you learn anything new today?” Nope. “How are your …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: How Patricia Greene helps put profit in pockets
Patricia Greene from Derry is the guru every online businesswoman would love to have by their side.
As founder of TheWebClub.ie, she provides a unique support system for women in business …
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6 years ago
Interiors: Don’t make these common mistakes in your home
One – Underestimating the budget
This is the most boring aspect of interior design, but sadly, also one of the most important.
The good news is that you can work …
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6 years ago
Margaret Gordon’s magical fairy tale flies off the shelves
Donegal woman Margaret Gordon is celebrating the launch of her new short story book – The Fairies of Drumboe Woods.
Inspired by folklore and her local area, the story is …
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6 years ago
Shining a spotlight on 100 years of trailblazing women
Donegal County Museum has today opened an innovative pop-up exhibition charting ‘100 Years of Women in Politics and Public Life 1918-2018’.
The exhibition is sure to intrigue, shock and inspire …
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6 years ago
Donegal director’s heart-wrenching doc earns award nomination
Helena Gallagher, who is originally from Arranmore Island but who now lives in Scotland, is no stranger to the world of broadcasting.
The owner of HG Productions, Helena has worked …
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6 years ago
Anita’s fitness fundraiser is a success
A Donegal-based woman has gained a major lift on her road to recovery from spinal injury, thanks to a team of kind-hearted supporters.
Anita Jackson, 42, has been using a …
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6 years ago
Victory for Vicky: Campaigner secures bus accessibility for Donegal
Ballyshannon woman Vicky Matthew has been successful in her campaign for accessible transport to enable her to go to college.
The wheelchair user has received confirmation from Bus Eireann that …
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6 years ago
New Garda recruitment drive targets diversity
An Garda Síochána opened a new recruitment competition for Garda trainees today in their bid to achieve more diversity in the force.
The competition, which is open from today until 3pm on April 24 …
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6 years ago
Facebook expert to share wisdom with Donegal businesswomen
Sligo-based digital marketer Louise McDonnell is Donegal-bound on 10th April to share her knowledge at the Women’s Inspire Spring Seminar at Harvey’s Point.
The inspiring speaker has conquered social media and …
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6 years ago
Watch: Amybeth inspires with Best Lead Actress win
Donegal actress Amybeth McNulty has done it again – winning another top award in Canada for her starring role in Anne with an E.
The seventeen-year-old actress picked up the …
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6 years ago
Derry Girls go to prom: Seven best bits from another cracker
The penultimate episode of this series of Derry Girls was another ‘cracker’, as Orla would say.
The famous five getting ready for prom, struggling with dates and school dramas caused a …
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6 years ago
Local ladies get set for first ever Donegal Women’s Mini Marathon
The Twin Towns will be awash with a sea of purple and pink t-shirts on Sunday 14th April when over 700 women hit the road for the first ever Donegal …
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6 years ago
Nora Stapleton leads the way in new Sport Ireland role
Former Donegal international rugby player, Nora Stapleton, has been appointed as the new Sport Ireland Women in Sport Lead.
The 35-year-old Inishowen woman is leaving her position as the IRFU Women’s and …
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6 years ago
Have you seen my confidence?
Confidence is something that (mostly) everyone will struggle with, at least once in their lives. Whether it is your confidence in work, in college, as a mum, as a …
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6 years ago
Action needed over frightening increase of sexual violence in Donegal, says Thoiba Ahmed
Ms Ahmed, who is running for a council seat in Letterkenny, said awareness of sexual violence and education must be consistent and supported by the government.
Her calls come as …
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6 years ago
Giving back after a life-saving heart transplant
Organ Donor Awareness Week 2019 began with a park run for Clíona Marley.
The 45-year-old mum of three was given the gift of life almost 5 years ago when …
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6 years ago
Young Letterkenny man becomes Donegal’s latest Lotto winner
A young Donegal man is celebrating winning a cool €1 million from Saturday night’s winning Lotto Plus 1 draw.
Odhran Doherty, aged 23 from the Glebe in …
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6 years ago
There’s a new character on Derry Girls – and she’s from Donegal!
There is big excitement on Derry Girls week when a new girl joins the gang.
The C4 comedy will be welcoming Aoife Hinds as Mae Cheung, a new student at …
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6 years ago
Watch: ’Blue eyed boy’ Ronan Curtis makes it a Mother’s Day to remember
Curtis played for Portsmouth in their win against Sunderland yesterday in the Checkatrade Trophy final at Wembley Stadium.
The Curtis family were in London for the …
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6 years ago
Shock and sadness following death of Áine Friel, aged 28
The Fanad community is in mourning today following the sad passing of Áine Friel.
Ms Friel, who was an inspirational and popular local woman, died on Sunday at the age …
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6 years ago
So many winners as 700 complete RunDonegal Women’s 5k
Over 700 took part in Sunday’s event which was held through the Twin Towns.
706 took the starter’s gun which was fired by Triathlon Ireland Development Officer and motivational speaker, …
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6 years ago
Donegal woman honoured by NI Ambulance Service
The Lifford native, who is a Community Paramedic in Castlederg, was honoured at the first ever NIAS Staff Recognition Awards Ceremony.
Caroline’s colleagues had nominated her for her outstanding service to …
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6 years ago
Super Jessica scoops Magician of the Year
It’s not often that a magician is stunned, but Jessica Harkin was amazed to claim the prize alongside Burtonport’s Dylan Murray in the International Runway Achievers and Recognition Awards on …
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6 years ago
Hold onto your hat: Anna’s adventures from San Fran to Bogman
A common fashion accessory spotted on Instagram, holiday snaps, and Wild Atlantic Way pictures is the Bogman Beanie – a colourful woollen hat worn by people who love adventures and …
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6 years ago
Interiors: Anne’s inspiration for perfect panelling
I absolutely love panelling. After paint, panelling is one of the most transformational improvements you can make to your home. It is also a relatively inexpensive thing to do, and …
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6 years ago
Big turnout expected for Sunday’s RunDonegal Women’s 5k
The organisers of RunDonegal Women’s 5k Walk/Run say they are expecting a large turnout out for the Stranorlar-based event which has a start time of 11 am on Sunday 31st …
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6 years ago
Letterkenny woman is India-bound in the hope of helping street children
Catherine Devine is taking a career break from her role at the Irish Independent this summer to visit Asia, where she will spend three months in Calcutta with the Hope …
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6 years ago
Eggcellent Bricks 4 Kidz Lego camps to entertain kids this Easter
Sponsored: Bricks 4 Kidz are bringing their ever-popular Lego themed camps to seven locations throughout Donegal during the Easter School holidays.
These 4 day camps are the ideal solution for keeping …
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6 years ago
Perfectly unique Mother’s Day presents
It’s Mother’s Day this Sunday 31th March and if you are searching for a gift, then look no further than Amelia’s Irish Design & Gift in Letterkenny.
The store on …
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6 years ago
Derry Girls buzzing over BAFTA award nomination
The C4 comedy set in 1990s Derry has been shortlisted for best Scripted Comedy in the awards in May, where they will compete against Mum, Sally4ever and Stath Lets Flats.
It was just last week …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: How Mags puts a positive spin on pricing
Pricing is one of the biggest hurdles in business – how much should you charge, how much is your time worth and how do you price for profit?
Mags Boland …
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6 years ago
Call in for a cuppa at the Little Angels coffee morning!
All are welcome to come and enjoy a fantastic spread of food in aid of three worthy local causes.
The event, running from 10.30am – 2pm, will support the three …
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6 years ago
Events: Hoteliers celebrate in style at the Donegal IHF Ball
The annual event is a glamourous celebration of the local hospitality industry and a chance for friends, colleagues and industry figures to catch up and look forward to the year …
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6 years ago
Tonight’s the night: Father Ted’s Ardal O’Hanlon joins Derry Girls
Channel 4’s Derry Girls has been likened to a modern-day Father Ted by many, and tonight we’ll see a familiar face from Craggy Island on the Northern Irish comedy.
Irish comedian …
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6 years ago
Meet the four Donegal women aiming to bring new voices to local council
Eimer Friel, Bernie Moran, Evelyn Sweeney and Michelle McKenna have all been confirmed as candidates across four electoral areas in the local elections this May.
The four dynamic women, who …
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6 years ago
Evita – a vivacious triumph for the Letterkenny Musical Society
Local theatre fans are off on a trip to Argentina with Evita at An Grianan Theatre this week!
DW checks out the Evita preview show to see how the …
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6 years ago
Why you shouldn’t be shocked at the idea of a no caffeine challenge
This week’s challenge may sound like sacrilege, but there is a good reason for doing it.
Your daily caffeine fix can have loads of great benefits.
- Caffeine can improve …
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6 years ago
Gysling family make ‘life-changing’ decision to sell Harvey’s Point
Donegal hoteliers Deirdre McGlone and Marc Gysling have today announced that they are stepping back from Harvey’s Point to focus on family life.
The iconic hotel on the shores of …
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6 years ago
Events: Gabrielle’s glamourous ball is a great success!
Glitz and glam, generosity and great craic was the order of the night when Donegal social diarist Gabrielle McMonagle hosted her 10th fundraising ball last weekend.
Over 400 people flocked …
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6 years ago
Review: Nailed it! at Patrick Gildea
Few things compare to the feeling of fresh nails. It’s one of the best treatments a woman can get for herself – because they’re so easy to show off!
The …
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6 years ago
Thoroughly Modern Mammy – Being Mammy, Still Me
Where do you find the time?”
“How can you be bothered?”
“It can’t be worth that much work?”
Musicals.
I’ve been on stage my whole life, first as an Irish …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: ‘Being someone that women can trust is amazing’
Lorraine Boyce from Letterkenny has been running her own physiotherapy clinic for the past seven years and has found great fulfilment in helping women feel like themselves again.
As the founder …
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6 years ago
Donegal midwife Philomena Canning has passed away
Independent midwife and rights campaigner Philomena Sarah Canning has passed away at the age of 59.
The Glenvar native died peacefully on Friday night at St. Vincent’s Private Hospital Dublin. She …
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6 years ago
‘It’s very fancy’ – Derry Girls scoops Royal Television Society Award
The creators and cast of Derry Girls are on a roll this month with a successful second series and a new award to add to their collection.
The hit Channel4 comedy …
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