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Ballybofey-Stranorlar and District Historical Society to hear tales of myths and legends

Noted author Keith Corcoran will be the guest speaker at tonight's monthly meeting of the Ballybofey, Stranorlar, and District Historical Society meeting which takes place in the Henderson Hall, Stranorlar at 7.30pm. It certainly promises to be a ...

28 Mar 2022 at 10:05

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Tributes paid to Chieftains founding member Paddy Moloney

Tributes have been paid to musician and founding member of The Chieftains, Paddy Moloney (83). The legendary musician passed away last night. In a statement this afternoon, President Michael D Higgins said: “The Irish music community, and indeed ...

12 Oct 2021 at 16:58

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Limited numbers to be invited to join McGuinness family for Chieftain's Walk

A limited number of 200 people will be able to physically take part in the ‘Chieftains Walk’ to remember Martin McGuinness on Sunday, August 15 it has been confirmed. A spokesperson for the Martin McGuinness Peace Foundation said a number of ...

12 Aug 2021 at 09:25

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Event in memory of Martin McGuinness to take place on Donegal island

The organisers of the upcoming Chieftain’s Walk being held in memory of former Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness have revealed a new route for the annual event. Thousands have taken part in the event in the past and it is now hoped ...

30 Jul 2021 at 21:28

Local News

Chieftain's Walk in memory of Martin McGuinness to take place in Donegal today

A limited number of 200 people will take part in today's Chieftain's Walk in memory of former Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness. This year's route will see participants walk around Inch island. A spokesperson for the Martin ...

15 Aug 2021 at 13:15

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Chieftain's Walk set to go virtual due to ongoing high rate of covid cases

The Chieftain's Walk in memory of former Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness will again switch to a virtual format due to the ongoing public health situation, the organisers have announced. The Martin McGuinness Peace ...

06 Aug 2021 at 17:11

National News

President leads tributes to The Chieftains fiddler Sean Keane

President Michael D Higgins has led tributes to famous traditional Irish fiddle player Sean Keane following his death at the age of 76. The Irish Traditional Music Archive said Mr Keane was a “pivotal member of The ...

08 May 2023 at 17:08

National News

The Chieftains lead crowd in song ahead of Biden’s address

Songs of Irish emigration and traditional tunes warmed up the crowd in Co Mayo ahead of Joe Biden’s speech, in a rare performance by The Chieftains. Billed by organisers as the final reunion for the group, they ...

14 Apr 2023 at 21:18

Local News

Martin McGuinness Chieftain's Walk date announced

The Martin McGuinness Peace Foundation has announced the date for this year's Chieftain's Walk. The event, which is held in memory of the late Martin McGuinness will take place on Sunday, September 18, 2022. ...

10 Jul 2022 at 16:18

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McGinley clan select a new chieftain at Donegal gathering

At a meeting last Thursday in Dunfanaghy, held at the site of the ancient McGinley clan castle, the new chieftain of the clan was officially sworn in before a crowd of fellow McGinleys from across Co ...

05 Jan 2018 at 15:35

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