Reflections on visiting the ancestral homeland, 1659 “Petty’s Census” discussion, Irish language resources, Doherty’s Mince recipe, and migration stories.
Promotion of the 2026 Clann Gathering, bread and scone traditions, RootsTech 2026 genealogy conference, executive committee introductions, music and dance in Donegal, and “Intrigue in the Abbey” historical article
Heritage of Inishowen before the Ó Dochartaighs, Castle Lough Lapáin (Portlough) history, Irish breakfast feature, Y-DNA research updates, and gathering announcements.
Volunteer appeal and “Gather the Clann” message, excerpts from the 1983 newsletter, 2026 gathering lodging information, resources and links, and Irish garlic butter roasted potatoes recipe.
Recap of the 2025 Clann Gathering in Culdaff, plans for future annual gatherings, archival excerpts, genealogy migration stories, and Irish apple cake recipe.
Updates on fundraising and Y-DNA efforts, announcement of the Culdaff gathering, Inishowen history (1800–1900), excerpts from the 1982 newsletter, and Donegal oatcakes.
Discussion of the meaning of the surname and motto, Doagh Famine Village fire fundraising appeal, overview of Inishowen history (1400–1800), and Guinness soda bread recipe.
Relaunch of the newsletter; introduction to the association’s mission, upcoming Zoom events, history of the association, origins of the Ó Dochartaigh surname, and Irish stew recipe.