Buncrana playwright Frank McGuinness chats with John O'Donnell as he arrives for the ceremony to confer him with the freedom of his hometown.

Frank pictured with his partner of over 30 years Philip Tilling and a framed parchment bestowing him with the freedom of Buncrana.

Buncrana Mayor, Cllr Lee Tedstone presents the award-winning writer and academic with a portrait painted by local artist Terry Tedstone.

Ethna McGrory chats to Bridie O'Donnell, a relative of Frank McGuinness.

The playwright pictured with Scoil Iosagain pupils Aideen Porter, 12, and Kiram Rahim, 12, who recited two lovely poems with a Buncrana theme, for the celebrated local writer.