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Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker is putting Donegal design in the spotlight after wearing a local brand’s stunning coat on the set of And Just Like That…

SJP, aka Carrie …
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Designers and Makers and giveaways are the focus for Week 1 of the #BuyDonegal shop local campaign.

This week marks Design Week Ireland 2022 which is run by the Design …
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Donegal Food Response Network will host its countywide Christmas Appeal for 2022 on Friday, 18th November.

Following on the success of last year, the appeal will take place in locations …
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Eagle-eyed viewers of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! have spotted Boy George using a ‘tapping’ technique to get through his time in the jungle.

If you’ve wondered …
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There aren’t a whole range of sports in which a parent and their young children are able to train together due to age brackets, but luckily for Teresa Gallagher and …
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The Black Friday sale is NOW ON with our partners at TDactive Holidays.

Experience more and save more on your next guided holiday for 2023. Each trip includes included flights, …
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Cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan, who unearthed the CervicalCheck scandal, has died.

Ms Phelan passed away in the early hours of this morning at Milford Hospice in Limerick.

The trailblazing …
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A well-known local Letterkenny woman is making plans to hold her 20th annual Christmas fundraising draw and has no plans to stop there.

Every Christmas for the past two decades …
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The Shandon Hotel in Marble Hill is to bring the magic of Christmas movies to the big screen – and every cent will go to the Creeslough appeal.

The caring …
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A Donegal woman has warned people to keep phone chargers off when not in use after her own family’s lucky escape.

Letterkenny mum Nicola McCauley’s son Donnacha was left with …
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An inspirational young Donegal woman has been declared national ‘Carer of the Year.’

Family Carers Ireland, the national charity supporting Ireland’s family carers, confirmed the 2022 Netwatch Donegal Family Carer …
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One in five young people aged 18-24 in Ireland have never heard of the term ‘coercive control’.

At the same time one in six young women in Ireland have been …
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Kerrykeel couple Michael and Mary Whoriskey are going to have their Christmas lights shining beautifully again this year for a charity close to their hearts – Donegal Down Syndrome.

Each …
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A young Clonmany student who underwent frightening cancer tests says more must be done to help people cope with the mental anguish of having a family history of cancer.

Diana …
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Flying the flag for Irish design and ethical manufacturing over the weekend was Grainne Campbell and her daughter Ciara Campbell of GEFF Ireland, based in Stranorlar, Co. Donegal.  

As GEFF …
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Ballybofey-based artist Veronica Maguire is inviting us all to escape into art in her new exhibition opening this week.

Veronica will launch her newest exhibition  ‘Escape Into Art’ at the …
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A limited edition collection of baby clothing and bibs has launched today for all the wee weans of Donegal.

The much loved organic baby clothing brand Rain + Conker is …
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There were smiles galore and lots of proud moments at a very special celebration for the Donegal Down Syndrome community on Sunday.

McElhinneys have officially launched their ‘See Me’ portrait …
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The Donegal Women’s Domestic Violence Service has launched its Christmas toy appeal to ensure no children go without presents this year.

The Letterkenny-based service is appealing for new toys or …
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Two women from Donegal will be featured in an exciting new TG4 series following the work of Ireland’s female farmers.

Hannah Doherty, originally from Glencolmcille, and Bríd Ní hIcí from …
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Congratulations to Patrick Gildea Hairdressing team member Kim Kelly, who has won the National Apprentice of the Year Award!

Kim, a skilled hairstylist from Castlefinn, was awarded as part of the …
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Our health and wellness series continues with Pharmacist Emer King from Inish Pharmacy.

Inish Pharmacy comprises three independently owned community pharmacies serving Inishowen, and worldwide via Ireland’s best online pharmacy …
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The women’s only multi-sport fun challenge, which was to have taken place on Sunday, October 9th, has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 29th, 2023.

The event, which is the brainchild …
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A Donegal cancer patient has decided to ‘stand up and scream’ for more services at Letterkenny University Hospital.

Roseena Doherty (Toner) from Clonmany is undergoing treatment after being diagnosed with …
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Donegal Christmas Toy Appeal is looking for 50 people to become Secret Santas to 50 children in Donegal this Christmas. 

Lifestart Services, a non profit based in Newtowncunningham, have identified …
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Collette Ferguson, Development Officer would like to express her gratitude to all who supported the North West Simon Community Health, Well-being & Gratitude Event held on Sunday, 23rd October at …
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The call is now open for ambitious female entrepreneurs from Donegal to apply for the latest cycle of Going for Growth, the award-winning business development initiative.

Going for Growth is …
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Six years ago Buncrana mum Bernie Kearney had no professional childcare experience. But after signing up for the community employment scheme Bernie has worked herself up through the ranks, gained …
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An American teenager is on the trip of a lifetime in Donegal charting the incredible journey of his message in a bottle.

Three years ago, Sasha Yonyak tossed a bottle …
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Donegal Women in Business Network, in partnership with Údarás na Gaeltachta, will host their ‘Work Remotely – Stay Connected’ event at Gteic Gaoth Dobhair at 11:30am – 1:30pm on Wednesday, …
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This Monday, Breezy Kelly’s hands will be dancing through flour as she skilfully bakes for her annual ‘Bake Bread for Peace’ day.

While her loaves rise in the oven, she’ll …
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Get That Trend, the Donegal boutique that saw me through all the lockdowns, is back open with a physical store!

Located just outside Donegal Town, the Get That Trend Fitting …
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Donegal Travellers Project health worker, Margaret Joyce has called on women’s organisations to include Traveller women at all levels.

Speaking at the National Women’s Council Rural Women’s conference ‘Claiming our …
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With only four women currently elected to Donegal County Council out of 37 councillors, Women for Election aims to attract more women to enter local politics for the 2024 elections.

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A tractor run to raise funds for Crumlin Children’s Hospital has been organised by an Inishowen family who want to give something back.

The family of little Cíara Mc Kenna …
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As the nights grow darker, bright lights will shine from Letterkenny University Hospital this Saturday for Baby Loss Awareness.

The hospital is set to join a global ‘wave of light’ …
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Inspirational Geraldine Mullan has won the Local Hero category at the inaugural Goss.ie Women of the Year awards.

She was announced as the popular winner on Sunday night by broadcaster …
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The ten people who died in the Creeslough explosion have been formally named.

They are Catherine O’Donnell, 39, and her 14-year-old son James Monaghan.

Robert Garwe, 50, and his five-year-old …
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Update: On further discussion, Dublin Gospel Choir and An Grianán Theatre have made the decision to postpone their fundraising event for Creeslough until Saturday 25th February 2023. 

The hugely popular …
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We are delighted to introduce a new series of health and wellness advice with Inish Pharmacy.

Inish Pharmacy comprises three independently owned community pharmacies serving Inishowen, and worldwide via Ireland’s …
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A ‘Wave of Light’ ceremony will be taking place in Glenswilly to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week 2022.

All are welcome to join the remembrance event on Saturday 15th October …
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The Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana has reopened its Seagrass Wellbeing Centre with some exciting modern additions.

The centre is stepping into a new era of relaxation and recovery with …
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The team at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing Letterkenny worked wonders with my hair again this week with this magic transformation:

This quick colour swap is Wella’s Shinefinity zero colour glaze …
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Three inspirational dippers from Donegal are on track to raise almost €3,000 for Cancer Care West following a month of sea swims.

Sisters Evanna Schorderet and Gráinne McGettigan along with …
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Popular nail technician Vanessa Canning has done it again! Vanessa’s ‘Polish Perfect’ salon in Manorcunningham has been named as Ireland’s Nail Salon of the Year 2022.

The Manorcunningham woman celebrated …
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A successful hairdresser from Donegal has survived his first round of a hair-raising competition on E4.

Raymond Bryson from Castlefin has proven he’s a cut above the rest by joining …
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There has been a huge rush of support for Ballyshannon woman Monica Quinn, who is in critical condition in Greece.

Monica, who has cancer, took ill during a family holiday …
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The North West Simon Community has announced an enjoyable evening of health, wellbeing and gratitude with inspiring speakers this October.

Taking place on Sunday 23rd October 2022 in the Villa Rose …
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The Annual Northwest Breast Cancer Charity Ball will be making a welcome return to the social scene on Friday 2nd December 2022.

This year’s Celebrity Guest is renowned RTE Television …
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