Donegal Woman Author - Rachel McLaughlin

Staff at Lough Eske Castle, a Solis Hotel & Spa have won three prestigious awards at the Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI) Awards 2017.

The five star hotel outside Donegal Town …
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Christmas wishes are coming true this season when Letterkenny gets its first Christmas Markets.

For two days only, a sparkling celebration of over 40 food and Christmas craft stalls will …
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December 3rd 2017 will see Lough Eske Castle launch its annual Christmas food appeal and Christmas light switch-on event. The Castle invites everyone to help support the local St Vincent …
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Donegal Town’s Deborah Bonner is delighted to take on a new role to connect a unique community of sportspeople – Ireland’s 11 breast cancer dragon boat teams.

Deborah founded Donegal Dragons, …
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Excitement is rising among young and old for the Toy Show show on December 1st, and now we know what the theme will be.

A teaser trailer released today shows …
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The legendary Whoriskey Christmas lights display is set to draw hundreds of locals to an event that is now highly-anticipated every year.

Mary and Michael have turned their house into another …
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Kathleen McBride from Dunfanaghy was yesterday named as the Donegal Careplus Carer of the Year.

Kathleen cares for her son Martin, aged 20, who lives with Down Syndrome. She has …
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Jennifer Pearson-Millar is about the begin a new adventure after being voted in as a Councillor of Lac-Supérieur, an idyllic ski resort in Quebec.

The St. Johnston native has called …
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Mourne Antiques and Amelia’s are hosting a Traditional Festive Evening in their stores on Main Street Letterkenny on Thursday 23rd November.

The event will be a fantastic opportunity for Frances …
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It’s all happening on the Main Street this Friday night from 5.30pm onwards, with many businesses getting in the spirit to give out refreshments and spread the cheer.

Friends …
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Ambitious local women were invited to gather for Bank of Ireland’s National Enterprise Week and learn from key speakers about scaling their business.

Donegal Bank of Ireland Business specialist Marjorie …
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The lady of Castle Grove Country House Hotel Mary T was the recipient of the highly coveted Hall of Fame Award at the Letterkenny Business Awards 2017.

Her life story …
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Raphoe sisters Chloe and Robyn Freen, along with Victoria Catterson from Castlederg, travelled to Moscow to perform at the Kremlin Military Tattoo – an unlikely adventure that arose from their …
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The leading Donegal businesswoman was announced as runner-up in the Entrepreneurship category of the high-profile awards.

The Businesswoman Of The Year Awards is Ireland’s most prestigious night to honour female …
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The Donegal singing star has just returned home to the hills after a series of shows in Branson, Missouri, with good news ahead of Christmas.

He has just announced that …
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Cait Ní Mhordha of Coláiste Ailigh has been presented with the ETTA Gold Medal as the student to achieve the highest mark in her Leaving Certificate Design and Communications in …
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A festive celebration brought families and friends out to Ballybofey on Sunday afternoon for the highly-anticipated unveiling of the Christmas windows.

The theme this year was revealed to be ‘The …
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A unique party in Letterkenny on November 24th will celebrate the life of a beautiful and cherished local woman who died nine years ago.

Jessica O’Toole died at the age …
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Have you heard of Lusso Tan yet? It’s the tanning launch of the year that is creating excitement ahead of party season. Created by three Belfast sisters and spa owners …
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This Saturday November 18th the BASE Enterprise Centre in Stranorlar will become a seasonal shopping wonderland as the Donegal Women in Business Network set up a wide variety of beautiful …
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It’s about time that Letterkenny had its own Christmas market, and this year our festive wishes are coming true.

For two days only, a sparkling celebration of over 40 food …
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Parents Seamus and Elizabeth Doherty’s twin babies Sienna and Travis were born this year on October 17th – the exact date that their girls Samera and Tameka were born in …
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Every Donegal mammy has a personal CV of incredible skills she often doesn’t realise – she is a multi-tasker, a chef, a dietitian, an accountant, a doctor, a counsellor, a …
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Donegal business leaders will get their hands dirty this weekend to help fund a life-changing operation for Mikaela Breen.

Donegal Business Network will host the ‘Bosses Wash for Cash’ event …
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The 39-year-old Ramelton native appeared on the popular reality series tonight and was joined in the famous dressing room by her mum Ann, her daughter Amy and Brighdin Carr, who will …
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Viewers will be tuning in across the country to see Martina Patterson from Ramelton, who is making plans to marry her fiance John Coll in August 2018. Martina has called …
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The devastating floods of August 22nd affected thousands of people across Donegal in many ways.The physical damage was assessed and counted up, but the emotional impact of the natural disaster …
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Saturday was a special day of celebration for Sandra Devenney as she took the title of Retail Excellence Ireland Manager of the Year 2018. While this was a huge personal …
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The undisputed ‘King of Cool’ is set to perform in Croke Park on Saturday July 7th in a fully-seated concert.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 17th at 9am at Ticketmaster.ie and all …
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Fashion blogger Arlene Gill set up girlyinspcorner just this summer and has already amassed a large following.

The stylish mum of three has always had an interest in fashion and has been documenting …
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A fabulous party at the Indulgence salon celebrated the introduction of Dibi Milano to Donegal on Thursday 9th November.

Salon owner Seema Mehta was delighted to exclusively bring the brand to …
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Amanda Torrens, from Raphoe in Co. Donegal, is the woman behind an innovative and holistic treatment clinic launched in Letterkenny this year.

Along with her business partner Dr. Remo Schneider …
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The John Lewis ad is out, the lights are getting switched on soon, and now we have another magical event to make it feel like Christmas.

Holidays are coming and …
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This year viewers see the story of Joe and his imaginary friend, Moz The Monster. You’ll laugh, cry and get all the Christmassy feelings from this heart-warming ad.

The …
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All are welcome to the Feileacain support meeting on Friday, November 10th in the Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny. The event from 7.30pm – 9pm will be a special and safe meeting …
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Gráinne Gavigan from Ardara and Emma Ní Fhíoruisce from Gaoth Dobhair will be under the bright lights of the Opry Dhoire showcase.

You can catch their performances on Tuesday, November …
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As the days grow darker we are looking for small comforts and a little pampering.

Donegal has an impressive selection of spas, treatment rooms and resorts to unwind and …
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Ireland’s Blue Book recognises the finest Irish country house hotels, historic manor houses, castles and restaurants.

Just three venues in Donegal are part of the association, while Castle Grove is …
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On December 9th and 10th, children will get a chance to meet Santa Claus and enjoy a wonderful time of festive activities.

Bookings are filling up fast! Congratulations to Grainne …
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The small grey toy with pink details was lost a few weeks ago. It is believed it may be somewhere in Letterkenny, but the family do not have an exact …
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Gavin Ó Dónaill ran the Dublin City Marathon on October 29th – but it wasn’t the only challenge he had prepared for that day.

Gavin’s first marathon coincided with his …
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Donegal Woman columnists Emmet and Maria Rushe (aka Rushe Fitness and The S-Mum) have planned a wonderful event to support two Irish children’s charities.

The Polar Express, one of the …
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Daniel has received the iBAM! Award for his lifelong contribution to Irish music and culture globally.

He was honoured at a gala awards night in Chicago on October 27th, where he was …
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The iCARE Charity Fashion Show 2017 for Autism takes place on Wednesday 22nd November in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, doors open at 7pm, show starting at 7:30pm.

Entering its …
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Britain’s Got Talent is back, with open Auditions for the next series of the show heading to Letterkenny.

Britain’s Got Talent scouts will be at Arena7 Entertainment Complex in Letterkenny …
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Celebrity chef Brian McDermott’s daughter Niamh took charge of the studio kitchen and proved she is every bit the foodie pro as her father.

The 15-year-old cooked up a delicious …
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Superstar singer Beyonce has been confirmed in a leading role in the live-action remake of The Lion King.

Queen Bey will lead the pack as Queen Nala, naturally.

The announcement …
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A special Santa experience is returning to Rossnakill this December and bookings have just begun today (Thursday).

On December 9th and 10th, children will get a chance to meet Santa …
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Donegal presenter Caitlín Nic Aoidh was up to her old tricks again last night as she presented a special TG4 broadcast.

The Gortahork native has been with TG4 since 2014 and has …
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Donegal Woman ran a hauntingly good series this month to highlight the work of local makeup artists and feature a Frightful Five every day for the past 10 days.

Now, for …
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