There was a lot more going on besides. It was March 1998 and the ‘Journal’ was there to capture it all on camera.

17. A performer preparing for a Beyond Borders pageant.
A performer preparing for a Beyond Borders pageant. Photo: Archive

18. Preparing for a Beyond Borders pageant.
Preparing for a Beyond Borders pageant. Photo: Archive

19. Performers preparing for a Beyond Borders pageant.
Performers preparing for a Beyond Borders pageant. Photo: Archive

20. Donegal Blind Date contestant Bernard McHugh during a visit to Strabane fire station.
Donegal Blind Date contestant Bernard McHugh during a visit to Strabane fire station. Photo: Archive
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