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Young and old tucked into complimentary pancakes on Saturday 2nd December at a coffee morning in memory of baby Lily Hannigan.

The event was organised by local mother Heather Boyd …
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This week Moville writer Sharon Thompson shares another tale exploring the life of local people.

Each Sunday this series will showcase works of literature written by local women for readers …
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A few weeks ago, Donegal Woman columnists, Maria Rushe (The S-Mum) and her husband Emmet (of Rushe Fitness) decided to run a Christmas fundraiser.

The Jack and Jill Foundation and …
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Seamus and Elizabeth Doherty’s Christmas came early as Irwin Expert Electrical and TDA Repairs sent them two rather large packages!

The Moville family welcomed their second set of twins on …
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The Off The Street Christmas food festival takes place in the town for two days only this weekend. Over 40 food and craft stalls have been set up inside a …
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Figures released by the Gardaí have shown the alcohol is a contributory factor in 38% of fatal crashes in the lead up to Christmas.

Gardaí released these figures at the …
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People may now be able to bring their pets into supermarkets and cafés.

A rule from the 1950s regarding domestic animals (dogs and cats) in food premises has been repealed.

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Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is hosting its next monthly parent Evening on Thursday 14th of December from 19:30 to 21:00 in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal …
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Members of the Inishowen branch of the Abortion Rights Campaign have worked with members of Alliance for Choice in Derry to help deliver a series of workshops and seminars in the North …
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A girls’ Grey/Pink Fur Collar Coat and a Navy Hooded Coat have both been recalled this week due to a potential choking hazard.

The Grey/Pink Fur Collar Coat (code: 191228) was found to …
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Aine Boyle and Saoirse Faughnan have planned a glamorous event for all local people to show the love for a vital mental health service.

Pieta House opened its first centre …
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Gifted celebrates the best of over 600 Irish designers and makers from fashion to jewellery and beyond.

Record-breaking crowds of over 45,000 are expected to generate more than €1m per …
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Lisa Moore, a Bioscience student at Letterkenny Institute of Technology, was one of eight young women to earn an Intel Women in Technology award for 2017.

Lisa was presented with …
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Figures released by the Central Statistics Office this week have shown that 60% of those holding third-level qualifications in Donegal are women.

The publication shows that 42% of the population …
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This week Moville writer Sharon Thompson shares another tale exploring the life of local people.

Each Sunday this series will showcase works of literature written by local women for readers …
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They are hosting one of Donegal’s first ever designer bingo nights, with luxury prizes up for grabs! Designer goods such as handbags, watches, and jewellery are just a small sample …
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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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Donegal Business Network hosted the ‘Bosses Wash for Cash’ event in Letterkenny on Saturday last to raise money for specialist treatment for the seven-year-old Convoy schoolgirl.

DBN Director Darren Donaghy …
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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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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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Miss Ireland Lauren McDonagh was the pride of the country last night as she competed in the Miss World championships.

Lauren competed against dozens of top pageant winners from across …
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This week Moville writer Sharon Thompson shares another tale exploring the life of local people.

Each Sunday this series will showcase works of literature written by local women for readers …
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A Letterkenny woman has been horrified to discover she has fallen victim to a bogus call after receiving a phone bill of more than €150.

The woman was targeted by …
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A large number of unsubstantiated sexual misconduct allegations have been made against comedian Al Porter in the past 24 hours.

According to The Times, it has been alleged that 24-year-old …
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Being registered to vote means that you can participate in deciding who represents you at local government level, national government level and European government level.

If you have not yet …
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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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A very sweet sale will take place this Sunday in Annagry!

The talented kids from Rolling Pins and Threads will sell their delicious home-baked goods at 11:45am this Sunday at Annagry …
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This enormous bottle holds three litres of extra dry Italian Prosecco – four times the size of your average bottle.

Popping this may need to be a group effort, considering …
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‘Laggan Lads’ will be launched  by local historian Hilary Roulston on Friday 17 November at 7.30pm in Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny.

“Laggan Lads” is a collection of stories …
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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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Mná Phort Mhaise, Magheroarty Women’s group based in the heart of the Gaeltacht, presented Majella O Donnell with a cheque for €827 today at Ionad Mhachaire Rabhartaigh in aid ‘Cups …
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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 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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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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This Sunday, Brigde Laver-Diver and her staff will throw open the doors of BBobs Hair Salon for their popular annual charity day.

This will be the eleventh staging of the …
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The Leslie family of Killybegs have raised over €10,000 for the care of five-year-old Rory, who has cerebral palsy.

Bert and Anne Leslie have provided immeasurable comfort for Rory’s parents …
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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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Ultan Blaney, an 11-year-old sixth class pupil at Scoil Mhuire in Milford will have his locks chopped for the first time in five years on Friday.

This heartwarming event will …
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Scoil Mhuire gan Smál will be a co-educational mixed school from next year onwards after recent consultations with parents and the school community.

Fr Eamonn Kelly today announced that next …
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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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Katie Gallagher from Gweedore and her British wife Holly Groombridge had a little boy together in August via IVF treatment, The Irish Sun reports.

Baby Griffin was born from one of …
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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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This week Moville writer Sharon Thompson shares another tale exploring the life of local people.

Each Sunday this series will showcase works of literature written by local women for readers …
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The Belfast Titanic Experience is giving free passes to Jacks and Roses to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the blockbuster ‘Titanic’ from 19th November – 19th December 2017!

The huge …
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The visas are open to Irish citizens between the ages of 18 and 35.

The visas on offer include the Working Holiday visa, the Young Professionals visa for those are …
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Government Chief Whip and Minister of State for the Irish Language, the Gaeltacht and the Islands, Joe McHugh T.D., has announced that his Department is implementing a specific measure in …
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Donegal residents have told Donegal Daily that they have been plagued by these bogus calls over the past couple of days from countries such as Libya and Macedonia, with area …
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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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Comedian Al Porter has shared his fond childhood memories of attending the Gaeltacht on Arranmore Island, and says the island remains a special destination for himself and his partner.

Attending …
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This week Moville writer Sharon Thompson shares another tale exploring the life of local people.

Each Sunday this series will showcase works of literature written by local women for readers …
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