Lauren McDonagh, 17, from Buncrana, was crowned Miss Donegal on Friday night at the finals held in the Cavern, Letterkenny.
Lauren was surrounded by family and friends as she was crowned Miss Donegal 2017. She is a Leaving Certificate student at Crana College, who is also a part-time beautician.
The first runner-up was Eibhlin O’Donnell from Dore, Bunbeg; and the second runner-up was Jennie Carr from Bunbeg Harbour, Gaoth Dobhair.
Lauren is looking forward to representing Donegal at this year’s final and becoming an ambassador for the county. The two runners-up, Eibhlín and Jennie, will go forward to a national wild card selection night to gain a place in this year’s final.
