Tara McCormack

County Dublin

Journalist at RSVP Magazine

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Articles

Kate Heaney retires after an incredible 27-year journalistic career

Oct 12, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

By Diarmaid Doherty and Louise DoyleWHEN Kate Heaney joined the first ever journalism class at North West College in Derry, little did she think that she was taking her first steps into a career where she would excel for the best part of 30 years. The course afforded the Fahan woman the chance to learn so much about media – how best to write a story; how to compile a news feature; and even the opportunity to learn shorthand – a skill set she still uses all these years later.
PARENTING: What would you do if your child stole something while you’re out at the shops?

Oct 12, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

By Louise FlanaganYoung children being light-fingered in shops seems to be quite common. Whether it’s sweets, small toys, or something random that catches their covetous little eye, the urge overwhelms some of them. Based on my own experience as a mother, the statistic is one in three!A page member recently wrote into Letterkenny Babies with a tale that I could emphasize with; “My six-year-old stole sweets from the local newsagents.
Letterkenny’s Literary Festival: It’s bigger and better than ever

Oct 12, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

IT’S all systems go for Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter’s annual Literary Festival which runs from Thursday, October 17 until Sunday, October 20. One of the event organisers, Donnan Harvey, said the event promises to be bigger and better than ever’. He said the festival has grown year-on-year, and if it keeps moving in the right direction it could soon be one of the top literary festivals in the country.
Ardara National School extension approved to tender stage

Oct 12, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

SCOIL Náisiúnta an Bhreacaigh in Ardara has been given permission to proceed to the tender stage with its plans for an extension. The school received the green light to build a special class for children with special education needs, a soft/hard play area, a sensory garden and six parking spaces under the Department of Education’s Additional School Accommodation Scheme.
Something different at An Grianán tonight

Oct 11, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

LETTERKENNY Music and Drama Group will present something new to the An Grianán Theatre stage tonight. They’ll perform three short one-act plays on Saturday, October 12 at 8pm, giving the audience three very different plays for the price of one. These one-act plays have three different casts, with three different directors, making for a night of great entertainment, comedy, and drama. First up is ‘Towpath’, directed by Mary Lane, hot on the heels of her direction of the amazing ‘Rent” in August.
Dangerous buildings: ‘No’ to covered pedestrian walkway

Oct 11, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

THE Cathaoirleach of Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District Council has called for a new wooden hoarding with a roofed pedestrian passage to be constructed to replace the existing safety fencing in front of the three dangerous derelict buildings on Letterkenny’s Upper Main Street beside the Market Square.
Sunshine and Soulmates: Mary and Priscilla’s Perfect Day in Ballybofey

Oct 11, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

By Tara McCormackON a sun-kissed day in September, Mary Carson from Belfast and Priscilla Clarke from Donegal celebrated their love in the Villa Rose Hotel, Ballybofey, surrounded by family, friends, and the warmth of a flawless day. The couple, who met online in November 2015, became engaged on Christmas Day in 2022. By September 6, 2024, they sealed their love with a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception all held at the Villa Rose Hotel, where the magic of the day unfolded.
Businesses in Donegal encouraged to apply for Energy Efficiency Grant of up to €10,000

Oct 11, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

THE Donegal Local Enterprise Office is urging eligible businesses throughout the county to take advantage of the recently expanded Energy Efficiency Grant, aimed at helping local enterprises reduce their energy consumption and lower operating costs. This grant, with funding of up to €10,000, provides an excellent opportunity for businesses to enhance their energy efficiency, contributing to a more sustainable future while also achieving significant cost savings.
Large crowds expected as St Eunan’s Cathedral hosts relic of St Bernadette

Oct 11, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

By Rebecca CrockettLARGE crowds are expected to visit St. Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny this weekend as the Diocese of Raphoe hosts the visit of the holy relic of St. Bernadette of Lourdes. The organisers of this weekend’s celebrations have again called for people to volunteer over the three days as the preparations for the historic visit are finalised. The relics will be on display at St Eunan’s Cathedral from 12 noon tomorrow (Friday) until 1pm on Sunday, October 13.
Sadness as Marina Porter departs after 9 years as Donegal Rape Crisis Centre manager

Oct 10, 2024 | donegalnews.com | Tara McCormack

By Louise DoyleTHE manager of Donegal Rape Crisis Centre has announced she is leaving her role after nine years. Marina Porter revealed she was resigning as manager of the local service on Friday in an online post, in which she also paid tribute to her courageous clients. Ms Porter said it was her “absolute privilege and honour” to get to know each and every client of Donegal Rape Crisis Centre. She said she was moving on as she “was at the stage in her life where it was time for change”.