6 years ago
Think Positive – A guide to daily affirmations
Positive affirmations release you from anxiety, negativity, guilt, fear and pain. Here are some examples:
Affirmations are simple messages. Repeated over-and-over, they begin to worm their way into your mind. Slowly changing …
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6 years ago
New mums urged to donate to Ireland’s human milk bank
Ireland’s only human milk bank, based in Enniskillen, has provided help for hundreds of babies since it opened in 2000. Supported by breastfeeding mothers, the milk bank provides very special help for …
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6 years ago
Competition hots up for Donegal star Ailish McBride
The heat is about to be turned up for Donegal singer Ailish McBride as the elimination rounds begin on TG4’s Glor Tire music contest.
The 19-year-old Creeslough native is one …
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6 years ago
Retreating to the Shandon for rest, relaxation and a self-care reset
Every person spends about two minutes brushing our teeth every morning and night. We wouldn’t leave the house without doing it, because we know that dental health is important.
But …
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6 years ago
What we can all learn from Lady Gaga’s Oscar speech
Throughout your life, you will meet people who will lift you up and support you.
But, you will also meet others who will be naysayers and will try to put …
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6 years ago
Recipe: Donegal chef reveals her ‘hot and sweet’ pancake tribute to Canada
Bundoran chef and food author Finn Ní Fhaolain has the perfect solution for those on a gluten-free diet this Pancake Tuesday. And there’s no need to compromise.
Pancake Tuesday, for many, is a …
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6 years ago
Relief and sadness as Donegal midwife wins HSE settlement
Independent midwife Philomena Canning, who is seriously ill with terminal cancer, has settled her case with the HSE.
Last week the Glenvar women called on the HSE to settle the …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: The mum and daughter duo sharing a little piece of Donegal in Dublin
Shop owners Carol and Linda-Mae Meagle love to showcase some of the best of the north west in the city.
Nestled in the heart of Dublin, their Donegal Shop is a treasure …
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6 years ago
Tara’s awesome American pursuit of happiness
When Tara O’Grady was laid off from her office job in New York, she greeted the upheaval as a gift.
She had always wanted to go on a great American …
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6 years ago
Interiors: How to help your home survive pet shedding season
This will obviously not apply to everyone, but for those of you who are cracking up due to excessive pet hair being shed, you will appreciate every nugget.
Our beloved …
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6 years ago
The new Derry Girls is just days away, but the previews are already cracker
Set your reminders for Tuesday 5th March at 9.15pm for the return of the 90’s gang to Channel 4.
The new episodes are set to be bigger and bolder, with the …
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6 years ago
‘We need change’ – Women’s Day event to examine balance in local politics
This year’s International Women’s Day Theme is ‘Balance for Better’. It is a call-to-action for driving gender balance across the world.
On Thursday 7th March in Letterkenny Library …
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6 years ago
Spark joy and support the ‘High 5 for Conall’ communion wear event
Letterkenny Babies is hosting a Communion Wear Event on Friday 8th March, 7-8pm in Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny.
All money raised from the sale of an extensive range of Communion …
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6 years ago
No rural romance for Annah on First Dates
The popular 20-year-old student from Malin was on the hunt for a farmer on the RTE dating show. Things were looking good when she was paired with shy Daniel (23) …
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6 years ago
Donegal woman brings her search for a farmer to First Dates Ireland!
RTÉ 2 dating show First Dates has been lacking some famous Donegal charm this series, but things will change tonight when local student Annah tries her luck in the romantic …
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6 years ago
Women’s Inspire: How Moira Dunne cracked the code to turn busy into productivity
Moira is a Dublin-based productivity consultant who has cracked the code to taking control of your time and getting more done.
In today’s hectic world, Moira educates people on how to …
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6 years ago
Meet OJ – the cute pup with a wonderful ‘tale’
In fact, little OJ’s arrival was anticipated long before he was born. Now he has a big life ahead of him as he trains to be an Irish Guide Dog …
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6 years ago
Donegal woman battles to bring down barriers facing people with disabilities
Wheelchair user Vicky Matthew from Ballyshannon dreams of furthering her education by attending college.
But a lack of bus transports is holding her back.
Vicky lives on disability allowance and …
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6 years ago
Donegal has the lowest female representation in council – report
Donegal has been revealed to have the highest level of gender imbalance in local council.
A new CSO report found that 8.1% of Donegal County Councillors are female. This represents …
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6 years ago
Farmer Charlie collects his €500K Lotto winnings
An 84-year-old retired Donegal farmer and cancer survivor has picked up a EuroMillions Plus winning cheque for €500,000 from National Lottery headquarters.
Charlie Meehan from Manorcunningham was one of two EuroMillions …
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6 years ago
How Daffodil Day helps make a difference at the most difficult times
On average, 1,050 people in Donegal are diagnosed with cancer annually. Funds raised at Daffodil Day supports lifesaving cancer research and care services, making life more comfortable for patients and …
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6 years ago
Mulroy Woods sweeps the board in top hotel awards
Excitement is at an all time high at Mulroy Woods Hotel as they pick up a series of top Irish Hotel Award nominations.
Not only that, but the Milford hotel …
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6 years ago
Why social anxiety is more than just being shy
Social anxiety is more than just being shy.
• Social anxiety is all-consuming, slowly stealing your confidence and identity.
It is making you feel lost, unsure of …
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6 years ago
Save the date for this stunning Castle Grove wedding showcase
The Castle Grove team are all set to welcome brides and grooms to be this weekend as they visualise their dream wedding at the hotel.
There are so many reasons …
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6 years ago
Donegal girl brings home All-Ireland Dancing Championships title
Emily Colangelo is the pride of Dungloe this week after claiming the 2019 All Ireland Irish Dancing Championship at the INEC in Killarney.
The 14-year-old competed against 220 dancers from around the world …
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6 years ago
Teresa enjoys a terrific win on Winning Streak
Teresa Shiels, who is a popular receptionist in a local GP surgery, had a full team of supporters for her appearance on the RTE gameshow on Saturday.
Amazingly, just as Teresa …
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6 years ago
Backed by Majella: Why these young entrepreneurs got a celebrity boost!
Majella O’Donnell has shown why there are 50 reasons to think about positive mental health.
The broadcaster and mental health advocate was so impressed by a new book created by …
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6 years ago
The skinny tea trend has the biggest loss so far
This week, Miss Fit Supplements closed its doors.
They posted on their Facebook account and their Instagram (which is now deleted) to let their customers know about the closure.
This …
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6 years ago
American family hopes to find long lost relatives in Donegal
A family in America have launched a search to find their long-lost relatives ahead of a trip to South Donegal this year.
The Devers, (originally Diver), have traced their family …
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6 years ago
Amazing Amybeth wins Outstanding Performance ACTRA award
Donegal actress Amybeth McNulty has scooped her first award for her lead role in Netflix’s Anne with an E.
The seventeen-year-old star was honoured as the best Female for an Outstanding …
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6 years ago
Sinéad Stewart aims to make women’s voices heard in local council
Inishowen native Sinéad Stewart has announced that she will be running for election this May.
Stewart, who is from Burnfoot and lives in Buncrana, has been endorsed by Thomas Pringle …
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6 years ago
Thoroughly Modern Mammy – Tips to look after your husband / Feck off 1950
Read the extract from 1950 Home Economics Book below.
Here is what it should say:
Have Dinner Ready
Plan ahead, even the night before, to have some sort of …
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6 years ago
College Corner: The perfect podcasts for chill-out time
Feeling stressed about studying, CAO choices, graduate programmes, thesis preparation, etc? Need ways to de-stress?
Don’t worry dolls and gents, College Corner is back, and I’ve got you covered …
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6 years ago
Donegal parents warned about horrifying ‘suicide game’
Gardai have issued a warning over a ‘game’ on social media which challenges people to self-harm.
The game is called ‘Momo’ and targets both children and vulnerable people via Facebook …
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6 years ago
Interiors: Does your home get enough light?
None of us can have too much light coming in to our homes. Good light enhances our mood, our sense of well-being and our mental health. Whenever I am helping …
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6 years ago
Christina creates a blissful retreat to set us on a path to wellness
Ahead of the Live Well: Reset Me retreat at the Shandon Hotel this March, co-ordinator Christina Murray-McEleney tells us how self-care is the key to coping in this stressful world:
6 years ago
How Sharon has social media for business all sussed out
by Sharon Hearty, a Donegal Town-based coach in Strategic Digital & Social Communication for CEOs & Senior Executives and Entrepreneurs
No longer is the social media space just for the younger generation or …
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6 years ago
Donegal woman inspires hometown to help combat period poverty
Period poverty is a silent struggle that many women are forced to deal with every month.
It may be something that is often taken for granted, but the expense of …
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6 years ago
Aldi’s new Shamrock Gin is about to be a go-to St. Patrick’s Day tipple
Aldi Ireland has announced today that it will be selling Shamrock Infused Gin in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
Made by Listoke Distillery in Co. Louth, Tower Gin’s …
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6 years ago
Events: Sally Murphy shares the art of storytelling
What’s your story?
That’s the question communications consultant Sally Murphy challenged local women in business to answer at today’s meet-up.
As the founder of Murphy Communication, Sally is a creative …
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6 years ago
We finally have the release date of Derry Girls Series 2
Derry Girls series two is one of the most hotly-anticipated shows of the year, particularly in the north west, where we can’t get enough of the quick wit and antics …
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6 years ago
Plans in motion to open new maternity suite at Letterkenny Hospital
Approval has been granted for a new Maternity Theatre at Letterkenny University Hospital to be put into use – almost two decades after it was built.
Saolta Hospital Group has …
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6 years ago
New Mná na hÉireann fund aims to empower 1,000 women
The Mná na hÉireann – Women of Ireland Fund has been launched today to empower 1,000 women to secure employment across Ireland over the next three years.
The fund will be …
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6 years ago
Letterkenny woman set to continue Donegal’s winning streak!
Letterkenny woman Teresa Shiels has been revealed among the next five lucky guests – right after a Killygordan man had his own success on the show.
Gerard Muldoon from the …
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6 years ago
Patrick Gildea Hairdressing lead the way with suicide awareness training
The team at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing are no strangers to self-development and educational training, however they took it one step further last week and participated in the SafeTALK alertness training …
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6 years ago
Tea & Toast: Inishowen mammy meet-up to discuss alternative therapies
Orla McGowan and Caroline Doherty will be guest speakers at the next Tea & Toast meeting for all local mums on 20th February 2019.
The Tea & Toast is an …
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6 years ago
Measles outbreak increasing in Donegal – warning
A measles outbreak across Donegal is increasing with the HSE now confirming that there are seven confirmed cases of the disease.
Additional suspect cases are currently being investigated.
A number …
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6 years ago
Donegal man taking on toughest test in memory of his biggest supporter
The Bridgend man is known for his hurling and Gaelic success in Burt and for Donegal, but he has recently trained as an adventure-racer.
This year will see Andrew …
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6 years ago
Fashion world mourns death of iconic designer Karl Lagerfeld
The German designer passed away in Paris, according to sources close to fashion house Chanel. It is reported that he was unwell for the past two weeks.
Lagerfeld is best …
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6 years ago
Myrtle and Alan’s Chernobyl collection breaks records!
Ramelton couple Myrtle and Alan Doherty have pulled off another hugely successful charity drive in aid of the Vesnova children’s orphanage in Belarus.
The appeal, now its eighth year, focused on …
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