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Feast fit for a Chieftain at An Grianán Áiligh

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:57:24 GMT

Inishowen is flying back in time this Saturday as it hosts an enchanting, ancient-style banquet in the amazing old round fort of An Grianán Áiligh. Inishfood, the Inishowen food festival, is part of Féile Grianán Áiligh, a cultural festival inside the Inishowen fortress, and this year’s Chieftains Feast is destined to be a highlight of festival.

Gourmet American BBQ as chefs go for gold

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:02:59 GMT

Smuggler’s Creek in Rossnowlagh is hosting an All-American BBQ with a difference tomorrow night in aid of the North West Culinary Team.

New food tours business hots up

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:39:55 GMT

A chef from Donegal Town has joined forces with a chef from Athy to bring ‘foodie’ tourists to Ireland.

Heat Wave masks the dangers of Rip Currents and Cold Water

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 22:19:57 GMT

Hot weather often lulls people into a false sense of security that will place lives at risk this weekend at beaches, rivers and lakes. Knowing the dangers will reduce the chance of water-related accidents and tragedies.

Borderline Players present It Runs in the Family

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:26:10 GMT

Following the success of last year’s hit show, Cash on Delivery, Pettigo-based, Borderline Players are back on stage this month with the Ray Cooney comedy It Runs in the Family.

Celebrating St Colmcille this weekend

Thu, 30 May 2013 13:50:13 GMT

A festival celebrating the heritage of St Colmcille takes place this weekend in Glencolmcille.

Donegal businesses get free coaching boost

Tue, 28 May 2013 19:07:44 GMT

A number of Donegal businesses are getting a helping hand this month as part of an international celebration.

Rory Gallagher Fest this weekend in Ballyshannon

Tue, 28 May 2013 11:15:49 GMT

Rory Gallagher is regarded as one of the greatest guitarists ever. Many of today’s top musicians, including The Edge from U2, Slash of Guns N’ Roses fame, Johnny Marr of the Smiths and Brian May of Queen, cite Rory as an inspiration in their formative musical years.

Corncrakes in Donegal

Sat, 25 May 2013 23:48:25 GMT

Michael Cunningham is the Corncrake Field Worker for West Donegal, here he writes about the remarkable Corncrak, and how we can all protect this beautiful visitor from Africa.

Moya Brennan and Cormac De Barra release new album ‘Affinity’

Sat, 25 May 2013 23:31:25 GMT

On the 7th of June 2013 Moya Brennan and Cormac De Barra are set to release their brand new album ‘Affinity’ which features both Moya and Cormac trading talents on harps, vocals, keyboards and bodhrán and backed by a host of incredibly talented local musicians. ‘Sailing’ is the elegant lead single to be taken from the much-anticipated 12 track album which has been independently produced by the duo and mixed by John Reynolds and Tim Oliver. Moya and Cormac will make three special appearances to celebrate the release of the album in both Dublin and Donegal.

Wild Atlantic Way food drive begins in Donegal

Sat, 25 May 2013 22:49:09 GMT

Following on from its successful food champions’ initiative in 2012, Fáilte Ireland will open nominations for the 2013 programme on Tuesday 4th June and is calling for Donegal businesses to get involved.

Support your local Hospice Service on Sunflower Days – June 14th and 15th -

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:16:28 GMT

The hospice movement in Ireland is calling on the public to support their local hospice and give generously on Hospice Sunflower Days next month.

Relay for Life programme of events

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:13:39 GMT

SAT 25TH MAY AT LYIT

Falcarragh based poet to launch latest collection this week

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:16:20 GMT

Falcarragh based poet, Aidan Hayes (pictured), will launch his latest collection of poems, called “Occupational Hazard” in Letterkenny this week.

Pearl Ball to celebrate 30 Years of Donegal Community Playgroup

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:55:17 GMT

Donegal Community Playgroup and Montessori are proud to be celebrating 30 years of providing quality preschool and education to hundreds of families in the Donegal town and surrounding areas. To mark the great occasion, there will be a Gala Pearl Ball at the Abbey Hotel this Saturday night, May 25 at 8pm.