The Bundoran Douzelage committee, together with business and community representatives from the town, were delighted to welcome French Ambassador to Ireland, His Excellency Jean-Pierre Thébault, to Bundoran on Wednesday 28th March 2017. He spoke with the group about town twinning and the opportunities available through collaborating with other European towns.
Here are some photos from the visit.
Local surfer Richie Fitzgerald meets the ambassador. Pic CMP Productions
Tourism Officer Shane Smyth introduces the ambassador to the assembled group. Pic CMP Productions
Meeting Brian McEniff and John Campbell. Pic CMP Productions
Listening to the group talking about Bundoran. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
The ambassador enjoying his time in Bundoran. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
In conversation with Michael McMahon.Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
L-R Brian McEniff, Richard Fitzgerald, Shane Smyth, H.E. Jean-Pierre Thébault, Denise Connolly, Michael McMahon, John Campbell & John Topham. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
The ambassador signs the Bundoran visitor book. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
The ambassador is presented with “Historical Highlights of Douzelage” by Denise Connolly. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
Denise tells the ambassador more about Douzelage. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
A final few words from the ambassador. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
Tourism Officer Shane Smyth presents the ambassador with some Sea Salt sweets and an information pack about Bundoran. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
Tourism Officer Shane Smyth with the French Ambassador H.E. Jean-Pierre Thébault beneath the French tricolour which was flown on the bridge for the day to mark the occasion. Pic CMP Productions — with Ambassade de France en Irlande at Discover Bundoran.
After 118 years, on Sunday September 30th, Brennan’s Criterion Bar on Main Street closed its doors for the final time. We wish Patricia all the very best on her retirement. Check out our gallery of photos courtesy of Matt Britton/Donegal Democrat. Patricia’s Main Street neighbour Cormac Meehan paid a glowing tribute to his dear friend….
Well it was a little damp in town today but it didn’t stop everyone enjoying themselves at our parade. Check out the pictures here and for a Facebook live video of the parade click to our Facebook page here!
What a great year it has been in Bundoran! Here’s a look back at some of our memories from the year! [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] [/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes”…
Broadcaster Ryan Tubridy joined us in Bundoran briefly on the June Bank Holiday Weekend and rode the Wilmot Waltzer at Bundoran Adventure Park! Check out the images here courtesy of CMP Productions
Bundoran became Bank of Ireland’s Enterprise Town on November 13th and 14th bringing businesses and community groups together to exhibit at Magh Ene College Sports Hall. Here’s some photos from the weekend taken by Pat Mullan of Oakfield Photography.