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When Nakita Burke first laced up her runners to start into the local 5k circuit – seven or eight years ago, she ventures – running was little more than a pastime. Read More

Christmas is just around the corner but it’s not too late to shop for a beautiful gift for a special woman (or yourself!). 

Stevens Jewellers on Main Street Letterkenny have …
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Artist Selena Mowat will have her first comeback show in Ireland after living in Germany for the last 4 years.

The acclaimed portrait artist has created an exhibition titled ‘On …
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Margaret Reilly from Kilcar was visited by an expert design team in the renovation show which aired on RTE tonight. The heartwarming episode was not without its drama though!

Margaret …
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Shoppers at McElhinneys of Ballybofey will be getting an extra special surprise when a real superstar comes to town before Christmas.

This Saturday 23rd December, McElhinneys are going to be …
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If there is one way, that is guaranteed to beat the holiday bloat or the day after the night before, it’s getting out and doing some exercise.

While the thought …
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Tired, Sore and Stressed Out?

Most people would agree a massage makes them feel good, but many probably don’t realise exactly how good a regular massage is for their overall …
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The 17-month-old Ranafast toddler was out for a Sunday meal with her mum Colleen and family when ‘Santa’ stops by the restaurant at the Caisleain Oir Hotel, Annagry.

It just …
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If you are looking to buy the biggest brands at the best prices in the Northwest a visit to Irwin Expert Electrical, Port Rd., Letterkenny or Maginn Avenue, Buncrana is …
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Aoife McGill Personal Training in Letterkenny is hosting an 80s-themed fancy dress aerobics at her studio in Unit 2, Hegartys Ford Garage, Mountain Top.

The party starts at 7pm on Monday 18th …
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Mini-Me’s Christmas Cards…

I’ve been putting it off and for good reason.

You’d think I would have learned last year… but NO!

Dummy Mummy here made the mistake of thinking …
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Last week, Donegal Woman ran a competition which gave one of our lucky readers a chance to win a copy of the fantastic ‘Their Mistletoe Baby’ by Karin Baine.

We …
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Christmas is a time to disconnect yourself from work, catch up with family and friends and maybe even overindulge a little. Despite the seemingly relaxing conditions, Christmas gift shopping can …
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Buying for sisters at Christmas is a tricky one – what do you get the girl you’ve been giving gifts to for years? Do you agree on a price limit, or …
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Architect and designer Róisín Murphy will be visiting Margaret Reilly in Kilcar to tackle her hoarding ways and give her home a much-needed spruce up in the popular Desperate Houses show.

You …
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The Fanad woman’s cover of the Nashville showstopper, Sanctuary, peaked at number one this week.

Soaring past Taylor Swift and Johnny Cash, Kelli says that she is overwhelmed by the …
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An open day at Ards Forest Park will see the entrance barrier lifted to welcome visitors for a charity fundraiser.

The 1,200 acre woodland located 5km north of Creeslough normally has …
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LIDL stores planning to cut prices on bottles of fizz by half this Christmas, which means one bottle is just €3.99.

There’s a lot of buzz about this offer since …
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Ahead of their big Christmas rush, Santa has decided to give Rudolph some rest – and has turned to the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, from DMG Motors in Donegal Town, to …
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McElhinneys of Ballybofey have launched a new Personal Styling service for customers to get an extra-personal and tailored shopping experience.

Two experienced stylists – Breid McDaid (Clothing) and AnnMarie Carolan …
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Scoil Mhuire Buncrana are excited about the holidays, to say the least, after the release of their Christmas Lip Dub this week. 

Staff and students of the secondary school have built …
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Donegal dental nurse Eileen McGlinchey has donated over €1,000 to Donegal Hospice.

Earlier this year, Eileen launched an innovative fundraiser in aid of the local charity.

She came up with …
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The Cadbury Christmas Parade is making a very special appearance in Donegal Town on Sunday 17th December from 5pm.

The parade is one of the highlights of this year’s Cadvent …
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The table quiz will be held in Arena7 Letterkenny on Thursday 14th December in aid of local father Michael McGrath who is battling bowel cancer. Emmet and Maria Rushe (Rushe …
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Oireachtas Committee members yesterday voted 14 to six in favour of a full repeal of the amendment. The cross-party committee also voted on recommendations of the Citizens’ Assembly ahead of the …
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Bricks 4 Kidz is a new project which has arrived in Donegal to let children learn, build and play – with workshops and camps launching just in time to tackle …
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Members of the network gathered in the festive wonderland of the Letterkenny hotel to reflect on the year and look ahead to an even more prosperous future.

The DWIBN has …
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The Oireachtas Committee on the Eighth Amendment of the Constitution has recommended a straight repeal of the amendment regarding abortion laws.

The 14-6 vote in favour of a ‘repeal simpliciter’ (repeal without any …
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Convoy schoolgirl Mikaela was born prematurely and was diagnosed with spina bifida.

Her parents, Sinéad and Chris, didn’t know if she would ever walk.

But bubbly Mikaela, who attends Scoil …
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The Letterkenny Babies Facebook forum for local parents have raised a massive €2540 for two local charities – Ballaghderg Special Needs Pre-School and Mobilize for Mikaela, who will each receive €1270.

The Letterkenny …
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One Donegal mammy was overcome with happy tears when her daughter came home from America much earlier than planned – and the video is one that’s sure to make you …
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It is officially December and that can only mean one thing; Christmas party season has officially arrived.

With the upcoming festivities and with Christmas being only a few weeks away, it …
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Hi all, apologies it has been a while since I have written a post. November and early December is very college student’s nightmare with endless assignments, exams and presentations.  But …
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Ramelton woman Denise Blake, a regular contributor to Sunday Miscellany on RTE Radio 1, has been selected again this year to join the Christmas special Miscellany.

She will be taking to …
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Whether your name is common or unusual (or so you may think), there is a fun new app launched today to search through all Irish baby names over the past …
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Organisers of the Christmas Tree Festival and Live Nativity in Glacknadrummond Methodist Church feared the worst when snowy conditions last weekend threatened their event.

However, come Sunday evening, the sun …
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Instead of sitting bored over the festive season or flicking through the TV why not switch off and explore some quiet reading material? To get us all Christmasy I thought …
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Christmas.

I LOVE it! I love everything about it. I love the sparkle, the sounds, the smells, the smiles.  I love the kindness. I love how it brings out the …
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A warm coat is a staple, especially in Ireland where the winter is usually less than tropical.

There’s no better investment than a practical, sophisticated coat and you’re always guaranteed …
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This year, Irwin Expert Electrical, Letterkenny and Buncrana have made sure that you get the best deals on the biggest brands in the entire North West on a large range …
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Decorating your home for Christmas is the ultimate way to kick start your festive cheer, but it can be a bit daunting or overwhelming to know where to start. Here …
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Last week we published our top picks of special treats to spoil your mum with this Christmas – but what about dad?

Dads are usually happy enough with a pair …
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A woman in Manchester shared photos of a ‘concerning’ event where the Primark Home candle burnt down to a level where it started to create large flames. She quickly blew it …
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Donegal/Derry band Flair performed a Christmas classic at a craft fair in Derry this week and recorded the performance to share with fans.

They call it their ‘wee version’ of Have …
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Whether you’re a Star Wars fan or not, you’re bound to enjoy this new song and video release.

Today sees the launch of ‘Star Wars in Donegal’ a hilarious take …
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A big beauty event was held on Thursday to celebrate the store becoming the county’s exclusive stockist, with special guests and makeup demos running throughout the afternoon.

LOLA brand manager …
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Maria Ní Bhaoill finished up her work with RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta on Wednesday after more than 44 years.

She has made history as the longest-serving …
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A Ramelton-based initiative is offering free Christmas dinners with all the trimmings for people in the local area, which will be delivered to the door on Christmas Day.

‘An Extra …
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Arranmore resident Winnie McCauley passed away before Christmas last year following a battle with cancer. She was 56 years old and a highly-regarded mum of two.

Winnie had always wanted …
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Donegal, Mayo, and Leitrim are at the highest risk of snow, with the north-west expected to bear the brunt of Storm Caroline.

Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow snow-ice …
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