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Jasmine’s family appeal to those living in fear to seek help this Christmas 4 months ago

Jasmine’s family appeal to those living in fear to seek help this Christmas

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The family of the late Jasmine McMonagle have appealed to people to reach out to others who may be in danger this Christmas.

The beautiful 28-year-old mother-of-two was strangled and …
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Traveller women’s exhibition showcases hope, struggles, and aspirations through art 4 months ago

Traveller women’s exhibition showcases hope, struggles, and aspirations through art

Traveller women from Donegal proudly launched an exhibition today, combining crafts, heritage and life experiences to create impactful art.

The ‘Pavee Beoirs Whiden… Traveller Women Talking‘ exhibit consists of six …
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‘Children in domestic abuse situations don’t really want presents at Christmas, but to be free from fear’ 4 months ago

‘Children in domestic abuse situations don’t really want presents at Christmas, but to be free from fear’

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Donegal Domestic Violence Services has launched its new winter appeal called ‘Safe at Home’. 

Winter is a challenging time of the year for many people, but for families who are …
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Enjoy a Magical Christmas Evening at Magee of Donegal 4 months ago

Enjoy a Magical Christmas Evening at Magee of Donegal

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Magee of Donegal, one of Ireland’s premier luxury retailers, invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting spirit of the season at their highly anticipated Christmas Evening on …
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Charity concert to celebrate the life of midwife Helen McLaughlin 5 months ago

Charity concert to celebrate the life of midwife Helen McLaughlin

A beloved Donegal woman will be remembered this Saturday during a special fundraising concert for Donegal Hospice.

The concert is in loving memory of Inishowen woman Helen McLaughlin, who sadly …
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Gallery: A community comes together for North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball 5 months ago

Gallery: A community comes together for North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball

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The North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball was another sell-out success on Friday night last at the Silver Tassie in Letterkenny.

This great fundraiser has become one of the social …
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Layla Doherty takes on the world at Miss Earth final in Vietnam 5 months ago

Layla Doherty takes on the world at Miss Earth final in Vietnam

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Ballyliffin woman Layla Doherty is proudly representing Ireland and Donegal in the Miss Earth world final.

This year’s final is in Vietnam, and Layla is already flying the flag for …
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Networking and festive cheer at the Donegal Women in Business Network’s Christmas Gathering! 5 months ago

Networking and festive cheer at the Donegal Women in Business Network’s Christmas Gathering!

Get ready to celebrate the festive season with the Donegal Women in Business Network’s annual Christmas gathering.

The event will be held on Thursday, December 6th 2023 from 7.30pm at …
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First Look: ‘All Shook Up’ ready to rock Letterkenny! 5 months ago

First Look: ‘All Shook Up’ ready to rock Letterkenny!

Letterkenny Music and Drama Group (LMDG) is revved up and ready to open their winter musical that is sure to get your blue suede shoes tapping!

All Shook Up, a …
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Gallery: Christmas cheer comes to Letterkenny at lights switch-on 5 months ago

Gallery: Christmas cheer comes to Letterkenny at lights switch-on

Letterkenny folk came out in force last night as the town officially switched on its Christmas lights.

Hundreds of people of all ages gathered at Market Square for the official …
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Villa Rose rolls out festive Boujee Brunch experience 5 months ago

Villa Rose rolls out festive Boujee Brunch experience

Calling all foodies and fashion lovers! This festive season, prepare to be swept away by a glamorous brunch experience at Villa Rose in Ballybofey.

Get ready to level up and …
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McElhinneys reveals enchanting Christmas wonderland display 5 months ago

McElhinneys reveals enchanting Christmas wonderland display

McElhinneys of Ballybofey unveiled its annual Christmas Window for the 2023 Christmas festivities at a spectacular family event on Sunday evening.

The theme of the McElhinneys Christmas window this year …
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Spa, sips and shopping at the Shandon Spa Elemis Christmas Event 5 months ago

Spa, sips and shopping at the Shandon Spa Elemis Christmas Event

The Shandon Hotel and Spa at Marble Hill are hosting the ultimate festive pamper day – a Elemis Christmas Spectacular on November 30th.

Join the team at the Shandon for …
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Stars come out for Noel Cunningham’s 70th Birthday Bash! 5 months ago

Stars come out for Noel Cunningham’s 70th Birthday Bash!

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It was a typical Donegal hooley at Harvey’s Point when Donegal ambassador, hotelier and broadcaster Noel Cunningham celebrated his 70th birthday!

Noel who doesn’t do things by half, was …
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TV presenter Ciara Doherty is special guest at North West Breast Cancer Ball 5 months ago

TV presenter Ciara Doherty is special guest at North West Breast Cancer Ball

Virgin Media’s Ciara Doherty is the special guest at this year’s North West Breast Cancer Charity Ball.

Billed as a night of elegance and inspiration, the event takes place at …
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Bravo Bernie! Donegal artist takes home public choice award 5 months ago

Bravo Bernie! Donegal artist takes home public choice award

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Local artist Bernie Anderson has been announced as the winner of a coveted prize in the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI) art competition.

Bernie, from Ballybofey/Gweedore won a …
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Events: Artist Audrey Henry opens ‘Dear Donegal’ exhibition 5 months ago

Events: Artist Audrey Henry opens ‘Dear Donegal’ exhibition

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Local artist Audrey Henry received great support for the opening of the ‘Dear Donegal’ art exhibition at An Grianan Theatre Letterkenny on Friday.

The exhibition showcases 87 oil paintings, each …
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Ballybofey mum is Donegal’s family carer of the year 5 months ago

Ballybofey mum is Donegal’s family carer of the year

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Ciara Lynch from Ballybofey has been recognised at the Netwatch Donegal Family Carer of the Year.

Nominated by a close friend, Ciara’s selfless and endearing caring nature speaks to why …
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Artist Audrey Henry to unveil captivating collection in debut solo exhibition 5 months ago

Artist Audrey Henry to unveil captivating collection in debut solo exhibition

Letterkenny artist Audrey Henry will open her first solo exhibition this weekend, showcasing a collection of captivating oil paintings depicting the stunning landscapes of Donegal.

This exhibition opens on Friday …
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Inspirational Geraldine Mullan gives back to Lough Swilly RNLI 6 months ago

Inspirational Geraldine Mullan gives back to Lough Swilly RNLI

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Inspirational Geraldine Mullan presented proceeds from her Amelia’s Flight of Hope Festival to the volunteers of Lough Swilly RNLI.

Thousands attended the October festival remembering little Amelia Mullan on what …
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Empowering messages at National Womens’ Enterprise Day celebration in Donegal 6 months ago

Empowering messages at National Womens’ Enterprise Day celebration in Donegal

Businesswomen across Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim gathered at Lough Eske Castle for an event to celebrate National Womens’ Enterprise Day. The event was organised by Local Enterprise Office Donegal, in …
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Prepare to be ‘all shook up’ at the new Letterkenny Music and Drama Group musical! 6 months ago

Prepare to be ‘all shook up’ at the new Letterkenny Music and Drama Group musical!

Letterkenny Music and Drama Group are getting ready to rock ‘n’ roll in An Grianan Theatre this winter with a huge musical production.

The multi-award-winning group is back with a …
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Letterkenny Pink Run/Walk raises over €3,600 for Cancer Care West 6 months ago

Letterkenny Pink Run/Walk raises over €3,600 for Cancer Care West

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Organisers of the Letterkenny Pink Run/Walk were tickled pink to present a fantastic €3,640 to Cancer Care West this week.

The money was raised during a community fundraiser organised by …
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Events: ‘Simply the Best’ Tina Turner night at the Shandon Hotel! 6 months ago

Events: ‘Simply the Best’ Tina Turner night at the Shandon Hotel!

The Shandon Hotel hosted a night of stellar entertainment and throwback fun last night in their newly refurbished McCarthy Suite.

Guests were treated to a Tina Turner tribute and a …
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SIMPLY THE BEST: Shandon Hotel hosting legendary Tina Turner tribute party! 6 months ago

SIMPLY THE BEST: Shandon Hotel hosting legendary Tina Turner tribute party!

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The Shandon Hotel is hosting a party night not to be missed on Sunday 22nd October.

Relive the legendary Tina Turner hits with a top tribute act, topped …
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Take the plunge at ‘Swim in Pink’ dips across Donegal this Sunday 6 months ago

Take the plunge at ‘Swim in Pink’ dips across Donegal this Sunday

If you’re looking for a ‘cool’ thing to do this weekend, why not brave a dip for a good cause?

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute in association with Blackrock …
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Donegal author to launch second novel in home village of Glen 6 months ago

Donegal author to launch second novel in home village of Glen

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Donegal’s Caitriona Coyle will launch her second novel in her native village of Glen this October, marking another major milestone in her writing career.

The novel Gracie follows Coyle’s successful …
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Dare to dip at Marble Hill this Sunday for breast cancer research! 6 months ago

Dare to dip at Marble Hill this Sunday for breast cancer research!

Swimming for a good cause has never been more fun!

Everyone is invited to go positively pink for a fun dip this Sunday, October 22nd, at 10.30am on Marble Hill …
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Newly-crowned Miss Donegal using platform to give back to Pieta 6 months ago

Newly-crowned Miss Donegal using platform to give back to Pieta

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A young Letterkenny woman is using her new title as Miss Donegal to raise funds for Pieta.

Ciara Duffy, a personal trainer, was selected to represent her county in the …
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Gallery: Pink run sweeps through Letterkenny for breast cancer awareness 6 months ago

Gallery: Pink run sweeps through Letterkenny for breast cancer awareness

Letterkenny was painted pink yesterday as over 260 runners and walkers turned out for a fundraising walk/run in aid of Cancer Care West.

The event was organised by …
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Events: Shandon Hotel unveils stunning new McCarthy Suite 6 months ago

Events: Shandon Hotel unveils stunning new McCarthy Suite

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The setting of the Shandon Hotel and Spa at Marblehill has never been in doubt.

Overlooking the stunning coastline of Dunfanaghy, countless couples and families have enjoyed fabulous occasions at …
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Letterkenny University Hospital lights up for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness 6 months ago

Letterkenny University Hospital lights up for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness

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Pink and blue lights shone brightly across Letterkenny last night as the hospital joined a global wave of light for International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Day.

The strip of lights …
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Mammies Market and Vintage Tea Party fundraisers to support five charities 6 months ago

Mammies Market and Vintage Tea Party fundraisers to support five charities

Burtonport Community Centre will host two exciting events this weekend for the Jamie’s Thank You fundraiser in celebration of a resilient local baby.

Jamie McBride, aged one, is the son …
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Tickets out now for Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball with exciting guest lineup 6 months ago

Tickets out now for Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball with exciting guest lineup

The annual Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball returns on Friday 1st December 2023, building on the success of the previously sold out 2022 event.

The organisers are thrilled to …
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Fittest Family mum Lisa inspires community with Pink Run and Walk 7 months ago

Fittest Family mum Lisa inspires community with Pink Run and Walk

Letterkenny mum Lisa Gallagher is calling on people to put their best foot forward in a fun run for cancer care services this October.

Letterkenny Pink Run & Walk takes …
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Poignant song remembers young Creeslough tragedy victim Leona Harper 7 months ago

Poignant song remembers young Creeslough tragedy victim Leona Harper

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A heart-breaking song has been released this week to commemorate the life of the late Leona Harper who tragically died in the Cresslough tragedy last year.

The song, Stolen Dreams, …
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Social entrepreneur Helen Nolan selected as finalist in People’s Choice Awards 7 months ago

Social entrepreneur Helen Nolan selected as finalist in People’s Choice Awards

Inishowen social entrepreneur Helen Nolan has been named as Donegal’s only finalist in the People’s Choice Awards.

Helen, the CEO of Spraoi agus Spórt, has been shortlisted in the Excellence …
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Donegal choir inspires at the Aviva 7 months ago

Donegal choir inspires at the Aviva

Cancer survivors from Donegal sang loud and proud at Ireland’s first National Relay for Life event on Friday evening.

It was a special evening for the Donegal Survivors Choir who …
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Geraldine Mullan launches Amelia’s flight of HOPE to mark beloved daughter’s birthday 7 months ago

Geraldine Mullan launches Amelia’s flight of HOPE to mark beloved daughter’s birthday

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A big dream has taken flight for Moville woman Geraldine Mullan. 

This October, Geraldine will pilot a unique event at the Mullan Hope Centre in honour of her late daughter …
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Hope shines through in art exhibition by Donegal Rape Crisis Centre 7 months ago

Hope shines through in art exhibition by Donegal Rape Crisis Centre

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An art exhibition filled with strength and light was launched this week by clients of the Donegal Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre.

The centre’s second annual exhibition opened at …
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Tributes paid following sad passing of Majella O’Donnell’s mother, Marion Roche 7 months ago

Tributes paid following sad passing of Majella O’Donnell’s mother, Marion Roche

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Majella O’Donnell’s mother, Marion Roche, has passed away.

Mrs Roche passed away surrounded by family at St Mary’s Nursing Home in Galway yesterday.

Majella’s husband Daniel shared a heartfelt tribute …
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Parents’ concerns after chocolate ‘left for children’ in Letterkenny park 7 months ago

Parents’ concerns after chocolate ‘left for children’ in Letterkenny park

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Extra protection measures are being sought for Letterkenny Town Park following an alleged incident at the weekend.

Claims of a man handing out chocolate to children have sparked fears among …
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Young artists create strong message in new Rathmullan mural 7 months ago

Young artists create strong message in new Rathmullan mural

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A stunning new mural designed by young people has been unveiled in Rathmullan.

The mural, called “Time’s Running Out”, was created entirely by volunteers, including contributions from young artists aged …
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Jennifer Doherty reaches new heights after Ireland’s 7 Summits challenge 7 months ago

Jennifer Doherty reaches new heights after Ireland’s 7 Summits challenge

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Buncrana woman Jennifer Doherty is moving mountains again after becoming the first blind person to conquer the Ireland 7 Summits Hiking Challenge.

Jennifer, who was born blind, climbed Ireland’s seven …
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#LoveDonegal day promoting Donegal to the world 7 months ago

#LoveDonegal day promoting Donegal to the world

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Donegal is already trending online in the first hours of #LoveDonegal day.

The annual campaign is back this Thursday to promote Donegal to millions across the …
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Huge local support for Donegal doctor in pageant final 8 months ago

Huge local support for Donegal doctor in pageant final

Letterkenny University Hospital staff are cheering on their friend and colleague as she competes in the Miss/Mrs Africa UK competition.

Dineo Moiloa-Murphy, a native of South Africa, is taking to …
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Gallery: Sunshine and smiles at the Donegal Camino 8 months ago

Gallery: Sunshine and smiles at the Donegal Camino

The sun is smiling down on an incredible group of volunteers taking part in the third charity Donegal Camino this week.

I was delighted to get the chance to join …
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Amazing Margaret’s half-marathon run raises €1,650 for MS supports 8 months ago

Amazing Margaret’s half-marathon run raises €1,650 for MS supports

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Letterkenny runner Margaret Coyle has once again demonstrated her passion for charity by completing the Donegal Half Marathon in aid of the Donegal branch of MS Ireland.

Margaret crossed the …
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‘Always in my heart’ – Geraldine Mullan honours her beloved family on third anniversary 8 months ago

‘Always in my heart’ – Geraldine Mullan honours her beloved family on third anniversary

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Geraldine Mullan has called on families to ‘cherish every moment’ as she spoke of the grief of losing her beloved husband, son and daughter three years ago.

Today marks three …
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Mary O’Neill set to make her mark with woman-led karate club 8 months ago

Mary O’Neill set to make her mark with woman-led karate club

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Mary Lynn O’Neill is hoping to make history on Friday as she opens the first woman-run martial arts club in Donegal.

Mary, who is originally from Coolboy, began training in …
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