Killybegs restaurant duo Garry and Mairead Anderson are going to be helping the nation eat well with feel-good food as they feature on RTE’s Operation Transformation.
The health programme returns …
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A local couple’s Belarusian orphanage appeal has been postponed for the first time in a decade due to Covid-19.
Each January, Ramelton couple Myrtle and Alan Doherty have inspired a …
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The Wild Atlantic Women and friends have revealed that their first online concert will be a four-hour celebration of music and creativity.
Beginning from 5.30pm this Sunday evening, the …
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One of Donegal’s oldest residents is celebrating a much quieter birthday today as she turns 105 during the country’s third lockdown.
Popular Castlefinn native Ruby Druce was born on New …
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Comedy writer Anne Mulkeen-Murray is making a half-hour debut on RTE Radio 1 tonight with her production ‘You Only Live Once’.
Mulkeen-Murray grew up on the Derry/Donegal Border and went …
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Two musical sisters from Termon have been recognised as heroes of their parish in national awards announced at Knock Shrine.
Jessica and Danielle O’Flynn were announced as regional ‘Parish Hero’ …
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Women’s Aid is preparing a further increase in demand for help this Christmas period. The frontline support service has revealed that its 24hr National Freephone Helpline (1800341900) responded to 41% …
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A group of talented creatives from Letterkenny is behind a new, uplifting children’s film about grief which premieres across seven TV platforms on the darkest day of the year, the …
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Flynn’s Pharmacies in Dunfanaghy and Falcarragh have Christmas gifting all wrapped up with a large range of gifts for all.
This week at Flynn’s you’ll find luxurious gift sets, top …
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Glenties woman Paula Roarty is helping people enjoy a fabulous festive feeling at home with her Bows & Wreaths.
The creative Christmas lover has reopened her pop-up …
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Critically acclaimed author Sharon Thompson’s new novel has emerged as a “haunting page-turner” that has become a bestseller on Amazon this week.
The Quiet Truth, out now, follow’s Sharon’s successful …
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A young Donegal woman has picked up the Traffic Controller of the Year award for her outstanding work in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Ciara Griffin, from Mountcharles, is living …
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The No Barriers Foundation in Donegal is stepping into Christmas with a Walkathon fundraiser.
The Letterkenny-based non-profit organisation breaks down barriers to rehabilitation and exercise for people with disabilities in …
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A team of creative and caring women have delivered some goodwill to Letterkenny University Hospital and local health facilities in the form of beautiful Christmas wreaths.
Today, the traditional day …
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Student nurses from Donegal are among an inspirational class hosting a ‘Jingle Bell Jog’ for people facing homelessness this Christmas.
Meabh Keys and Hannah O’Donnell from Letterkenny are in their …
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For the 6th Year running Patrick Gildea Hairdressing has been awarded “The Best Hair Salon in Ulster” by Ireland’s leading Celebrity Magazine RSVP. The timing could not be better; not …
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The seeds of success were sown when Ballyshannon local Maureen Keenaghan started a community garden in her town – and that has now bloomed into a national accolade!
Maureen Keenaghan …
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There’s a lovely feeling in Patrick Gildea Hairdressing this week – Christmas music softly plays on the speakers, but above the tunes I could hear little comments from guests.
“It’s …
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With the easing of Government restrictions, Donegal County Council’s Cathaoirleach is encouraging shoppers across Donegal to shop local as part of a new ‘Buy Donegal December campaign’.
Building on the …
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A DONEGAL woman who rescued a father and three daughters from the water at Portsalon has been honoured for her bravery.
Read MoreThe Donegal Women in Business Network is launching a new Perspectives Series, beginning with a FREE event on Wednesday, 9th December 2020.
Four members of the network have come together to …
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Donegal County Council has teamed up with Mental Health Ireland to host a series of talks on the Five Ways to Wellbeing during tough times.
These online talks, as …
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Social media – we can love it or loathe it, but Taralouise McCaughey loves to take social struggles off your hands.
The Bundoran based consultant is more in-demand than ever …
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It’s that time of year again. The Rushe to Raise festive film fundraiser is back!
Everything might be different this year, but local couple Maria & Emmet Rushe of Rushe …
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Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland is celebrating its 25th Anniversary and will mark this special occasion by launching Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland Awareness Week 2020 on the 22nd November.
As a part of Awareness …
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A Donegal woman who won €40,014 on the National Lottery Telly Bingo TV game show last October has revealed she rushed home following a dentist appointment after she learned that …
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A brave schoolgirl was the ‘star’ of the show as she turned on the first Christmas light in Letterkenny this evening.
Kalize McGuigan, who will be nine-years-old tomorrow, switched on …
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If all this time at home is making your want to cook better and impress with delicious bakes – Donegal Chef Brian McDermott is here to help.
The celebrity chef …
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A stunning photo of Glenveagh National Park is set to be the sole item for auction at this year’s virtual North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball.
The 11th annual North …
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Fanad Lighthouse has teamed up with Donegal designer Fiona Herbst to create an original and exclusive collection of jewellery featuring the iconic landmark.
The collection uses colour and form to …
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A Donegal singer is making waves across the pond by coming 3rd place in the UK Christian Music Charts for her original song ‘You Reign.’
Caroline Crawford, who lives close …
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Letterkenny singer Sinead Black is excited to bring live music back to people’s homes when she returns to TG4’s Glór Tíre.
The country talent competition resumes next Tuesday 10th November …
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The Muff Liquor Company has released a brand new offering for your drinks cabinet – just in time for Christmas.
The Inishowen company unveiled their Muff Irish Whiskey today, but …
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Fashion doesn’t have to cost the earth, and each of us can make a difference to our planet – that’s the message from two Donegal businesswomen who are teaming up …
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The 2020 North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball event has been cancelled, but rest assured the charity spirit will continue in a virtual form.
The annual event has long been …
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An upcoming art showcase is set to be a very good yarn for Donegal as the county’s rich knitting heritage comes to the fore.
Donegal designers make up almost half …
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Sarah Jessica Parker has revealed that she is missing her holiday home in Co. Donegal.
The Sex and the City star gave fans a rare insight into family breaks in …
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The National Lottery has called on players in one particular area of Donegal to check their EuroMillions tickets as a prize from Friday 28th August remains unclaimed.
And hurry, because …
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Kerrykeel couple Michael and Mary Whoriskey are promising to brighten up our Christmas with the return of their famous lights display.
Every year, the Whoriskeys of Gortcally in Kerrykeel transform …
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Orla O’Hagan, aged 24, is already feeling the positive impact of ‘Shop Local’ campaigns as orders come in for Christmas 2020. Her handmade leather bags and accessories are stylish gifts …
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Donegal’s Gogglebox Ireland stars Barbara and Janet’s had a devastating reaction to the government’s visiting ban in their last feature on the Virgin Media Show.
Ardara-based sisters Barbara Frost and …
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The Late Late Show is calling on small Irish businesses to join a special ‘Shop Local’ episode in November.
On November 6th, the chat show is going big on local business …
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If you know an aspiring baker, or if you simply love the smell of fresh breads in the oven, Wild Fuschia Bakehouse has the ingredients you need for a great …
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A Kilmacrennan schoolgirl and her mum are teaching an online community how to sign – one word at a time!
Ten-year-old TaylorBeth and her mum Alison McFadden have attracted the …
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Fans of Derry Girls are in for a treat this week as the popular ‘Talking Derry Girls’ podcast series welcomes a very special guest.
The one and only Lisa McGee, …
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Arranmore native Karen McGowan has been elected President of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
McGowan, an advanced nurse practitioner in Beaumont Hospital, takes over the role from outgoing INMO …
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Our local businesses need our support this year more than ever.
Here at DonegalWoman.ie, we want to do our part to put Donegal-made and locally-sold gifts in the spotlight for …
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National Women’s Enterprise Day is going online this Wednesday, October 14th with a packed programme of free virtual events.
Well-known local and national entrepreneurs will feature in expert workshops, panel …
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The prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards have just been announced, with Lough Eske Castle being the only hotel in Donegal to make it to Ireland’s Top 10 list. …
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Anam Cara, the charity that supports bereaved parents nationwide, has made the decision to bring all their services online under Level 3 restrictions.
All online group meetings and one to …
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