Kilcar’s Noel Cunningham has been named Donegal Person of the Year for 2019 as he received the prestigious accolade lastnight in The Black Door Piano Bar on Harcourt Street in Dublin.
Noel spoke of his joy at being given the award and what he hopes to achieve in the year ahead.
In an open and emotional acceptance of his award, the popular hotelier spoke about his truly colourful life including his battle with alcohol, his sexuality, faith, travelling the world and finding `happiness in his native Donegal.
Everyone was full of smiles as they celebrated Noel’s achievement.