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The HSE has yet to make contact with eight women who were diagnosed with cervical cancer and affected by the CervicalCheck audit. 

209 women are being treated as priority cases …
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Lisa has graduated with an Edexcel Pharmacy Services Diploma (QCF) at a ceremony held in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin on 30 April.

The comprehensive two-year course, which is …
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Businesswoman and influencer, Pippa O’Connor, has today helped launch La Roche-Posay’s “Save Your Skin” campaign, in partnership with the Irish Cancer Society.

The campaign aims to raise awareness of skin …
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Catriona Rodgers from Dungloe is hosting a fundraising event today (Wednesday 9th May) that promises to be great craic for a vital cause.

The Donegal woman has dedicated herself to …
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Ryan O’Shaughnessy has won Ireland a place in the Eurovision final for the first time in five years.

The Dublin singer impressed at last night’s semi-finals in Lisbon with his …
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Members of the pro-choice group featured prominently in the New York Times as the polling day for the Referendum to Repeal the Eighth Amendment approaches on 25th May.

The opinion piece …
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The JCI Donegal Outstanding Young Person Awards 2018 brought together leaders in the business, community and cultural sectors who have made remarkable achievements.

The awards served to recognise individuals …
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Summer is coming and with most of us getting ready for a holiday that may be coming up, we all want to be keeping on track as much as we …
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Saturday’s Baby Bump Painting Event at New Beginnings was a wonderful afternoon for local mums and mums-to-be to celebrate themselves and their next big step in life. 

There was a …
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A – Z of Mammyhood

A – AIM.  Think of the Aims and ideals you have for the perfect rearing of your little cherub, and then lower them. considerably.

B  …
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Suspense is rising in this continued story from Moville writer Sharon Thompson.

In Part One, we met Letterkenny blogger Matilda, who has an unusual side job of being a ‘family …
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Dominique Meehan from Letterkenny received a round of applause on the Late Late Show last night for her brave words for any person who is the victim of rape. 

“It …
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The Irish Cancer Society has announced emergency funding so that women directly affected by the CervicalCheck controversy can have free counselling in their own community.

Funds will be made available …
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This weekend is the final call for people to register to vote and make their vote count in the upcoming referendum on the 8th amendment.

It was revealed this week that …
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Donegal entrepreneur Laura Bonner has hit the big time in Las Vegas this week with her debut gin from the Muff Liquor Co.

The Muff Craft Gin has been chosen as …
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A Donegal practice has launched a dedicated smear test clinic for all women who would like a repeat test in the wake of the CervicalCheck controversy.

The High Court case …
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Restaurant Sage in Letterkenny are hosting a relaunch party this Friday, 4th May, to mark the beginning of an exciting era under new management with an all-new menu.

Restaurant Sage is …
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Planning a wedding is so exciting and of course us brides-to-be flock online to research all things weddings!

There are so many fantastic sites out there to go to for …
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Donegal Sinn Fein Chairperson Cllr Jack Murray says the party is calling on the people of Donegal to vote Yes on May 25th in support of women who need access to …
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Approximately 1,500 women who were diagnosed with cervical cancer in the last ten years have not had their CervicalCheck audited, it has emerged this week.

The HSE has revealed that …
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Letterkenny woman Nikki Bradley has mastered another daring climb ahead of her record-breaking 4 Peaks challenge attempt this summer.

Adaptive adventurer Nikki is known to tackle all types of terrains …
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The rise in manipulative anti-abortion advertisements on social media has been labelled as ‘Trump-style’ tactics ahead of the 8th amendment referendum.

A number of sponsored Facebook adverts have been targetting …
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Today is World Maternal Mental Health Day, May is Maternal Mental Health Month.

This is a serious health matter, that needs more awareness and acceptance. We need to be …
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The latest development in the CervicalCheck controversy has revealed that attempts were made to keep Vicky Phelan’s case confidential, but she rejected these moves.

The Limerick mother of two settled …
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A body has been found in outside Sligo town in the search for missing woman Natalia Karaczyn.

Search teams have confirmed the finding of a body, which has not yet been formally identified, …
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Update, Tuesday 1st May 12noon: Gardai investigating the disappearance of Natalia Karaczyn have located a body. The discovery was made in an area of open ground near Carns, Sligo this …
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The HSE has confirmed that 208 women had their negative tests subject to review in the CervicalCheck error case. Out of that 208, 162 were not told that their cases were under …
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It is very easy to get down when it comes to progress.

But, first you need to know what real progress looks like.

1-2lbs per week is very good progress …
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Aoife Nolan, a second year student of the Bachelor of Arts in Fashion with Promotion at LYIT, has been named as the only Irish student to be shortlisted in the …
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The Health Service Executive (HSE) is investigating why at least 206 women received a delayed diagnosis of cervical cancer under the CervicalCheck programme.

It is claimed the audit found that half …
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Hi Mammies

It’s Cesarian Section Awareness Month and so I thought I’d reshare this one with you all.

I suppose like EVERYTHING we Mammies have to go through, we all …
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The Donegal Woman’s Words creative series returns with another tale from Moville writer Sharon Thompson.

The first part of this short story sees a young Letterkenny woman facing an unexpected …
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It’s getting warmer out there, which means you’re probably thinking about shedding the sweaters and even (gasp!) going sleeveless! But then you may look at your skin and think, hm, …
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The parents of 23-month-old baby Alfie Evans have announced that he has passed away, five days after his life support was withdrawn.

The Liverpool tot had an undiagnosed brain condition …
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Style lovers who crave all things bright and beautiful will be hightailing it to Harvey’s on Sunday 29th April for an exclusive launch with award-winning Fashion Designer Heidi Higgins.

Heidi …
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A special ceremony will be held in Letterkenny this evening for anyone who wishes to show their support for baby Alfie Evans.

A prayer meeting and blue balloon release are …
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Stylish ladies from all over Donegal gathered at the Waterfront Hotel on Thursday 29th April to see the latest SS18 styles and raise money for a worthwhile cause.

The main …
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Delicious treats, copious amounts of caffeine and an innovative business setting were the perfect blend for the ‘Let’s Meet for a Coffee’ event organised by Evelyn Mc Glynn. The marketing …
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TV3 has today announced that Ciara Doherty will become the new, permanent co-host on Ireland’s number one breakfast television show, Ireland AM.

The Letterkenny native and qualified …
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April spring showers are going to make way for sunny May days – according to our most famous weather-forecasting postman.

Glenfin man Michael Gallagher may have retired from his postal …
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A stellar list of guests and fashion brands have joined the line-up for the Spring into Summer Fashion Show in the Waterfront Hotel Dungloe. Tickets are in hot demand and will only be available at the door on …
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Letterkenny-based Hair and Makeup artist Lisa Geraghty was this week crowned as the All-Ireland Makeup Champion 2018 at the All Ireland Hairdressing Championships.

The popular MUA created two showstopping …
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The Miss Donegal pageant has launched a search for candidates for the 2018 competition.

Winners of the regional titles take on an important role: becoming an ambassador for the county …
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Medical professionals in Donegal have come out in support of both sides: ‘Donegal Doctors for Yes’ have said the Eighth Amendment restricts them from carrying out their duty of care …
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Siobhan Malone appeared on the RTE reality bridal show to find her dream dress ahead of her marriage to Donegal man PJ Mc Barron.

The beautiful Galway woman was a two-time …
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Author Dr. Mary Roche visited the Central Library in Letterkenny on Wednesday last to launch a fantastic new booklet developed by Lifestart Services called ‘Babbling Babies Nursery Rhyme and Action Song …
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The Western Trust gratefully received a scenic painting of Shroove Lighthouse from Redcastle artist Tanya after two thoughtful donations from two local women.

Tanya had first donated the painting to Children in Crossfire …
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Kensington Palace has confirmed the birth of the healthy new arrival at 11.01am at St Mary’s Hospital in London.

The newborn weighed 8lbs 7oz, and both are said to be doing …
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One thing that seems to be a huge obstacle for people is snacking in the evenings and at night.

The scenario usually goes like this;

You manage your meals fine …
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The pro-life group are beginning their convoy across the country today in Donegal, with a public debate being held in Letterkenny at 1pm.

Young people from across the country will be …
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