A Derry councillor has called for crash barriers on Southway to be extended 'as a matter of urgency' after two car accidents there within a matter of days.

Derry Sinn Féin Councillor Kevin Campbell called for safety measures to be put in place after cars left the road on Wednesday and Saturday at a 'bad bend'.

He said “There have been two road accidents on Southway this week during which the vehicles flipped over.

“It’s frightening when you see the damage to the vehicles. And I hope anyone injured in these accidents makes a quick recovery.

“I will be in contact with Transport NI this week to ask them to extend the crash barriers down to the end of the bad bend on Southway as a matter of urgency."

Pictured above: The car that left the road, flipping over, on Wednesday at Southway.

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Three men have been charged with a number of offences and are due to appear at Derry Magistrate’s Court this morning.

Two men, aged 21 and 22, have been charged with the offence of Conspiracy to Kidnap.

A third man, aged 21, has been charged with firearms and drug-related offences including Possession of Class A drug with intent to supply.

The charges follow the search of a property in the Creggan area of the city on Friday, September 21 when a quantity of suspected drugs were recovered.

As is normal procedure, the charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.

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A Derry man who is already serving a prison sentence was jailed again today at the local Magistrates Court.

Mark Howie (43) whose address was given as c/o Maghaberry Prison admitted two charges of criminal damage to a police vehicle and assault on police on February 7 last year.

The court heard that police had occasion to arrest Howie and once he was placed in the police vehicle he lashed out at officers.

He also spat at officers and spat on the seat of the vehicle requiring a cleaning of the vehicle.

Defence barrister Stephen Mooney said his client had pleaded guilty.

He said the defendant was sentenced to six and a half years last week.

District Judge Barney McElholm sentenced Howie to four months to start from today's date.

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A man who wanted to see his mother for Christmas ended up kicking her door in, Derry Magistrate's Court heard today.

Stephen McColgan (26) of Crawford Square in Derry admitted one charge of criminal damage to the door on December 19 last year.

The court heard police attended an address in relation to a report of criminal damage.

The reporting party said McColgan had been banging on the door of his mother's home and when told he wasn't getting in he kicked it 'about 20 times' causing the door to burst open.

A prosecution solicitor said that CCTV showed McColgan kicking the door 'but certainly not 20 times'.

At interview the defendant said he thought he heard his mother shouting for help and that was why he kicked the door in.

Defence solicitor Roma McGeady said that there was 'an ongoing history' between McColgan and his mother.

She said he did think he heard her shouting for help but did not realise it was because of him.

McColgan was given a conditional discharge.

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Two men have been remanded in custody on a series of drug charges.

The two appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court today where applications were made for anonymity.

District Judge Barney McElholm said there was a generalised threat and added that those behind attacks in the city had claimed they gleaned information from newspapers and granted the application.

The pair are charged with possessing cocaine and cannabis on September 21.

They also face charges of possessing the drugs with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of the drugs on September 21 and other dates between 2016 and this month.

A police officer connected them to the charges and there was no application for bail.

Both were remanded in custody to appear again next month.

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The NSPCC is looking for volunteers to help take its messages about child protection directly to schools across Derry and the north west as the new school year gets underway.

The simple, yet vital, Speak Out Stay Safe service from the leading children’s charity reached 67,129 children in 356 schools across Northern Ireland in the last school year (2017-2018).

You can watch this short video explaining the Speak Out, Stay Safe initiative, by clicking this link:

But with an average of two pupils in every primary school across the UK having suffered neglect or abuse, the NSPCC wants to reach every single child and help them to keep themselves safe.

Karen Walker, Schools Service manager in Northern Ireland, said: “It’s never been more important to talk to schoolchildren to help keep them safe from abuse and neglect. Without the support of amazing volunteers, our programme simply couldn’t exist so we are always looking for more people to join our team.

“We are delighted that the Schools Service has reached so many children but this new term we want to reach all children in every corner of Northern Ireland to help them stay safe and that’s why we need more volunteers.

“It’s a great way to meet new people and learn a new skill, while giving something back. The NSPCC give you all the training and support you need to feel confident in your role.

“We ask for a minimum commitment of three deliveries a month within school hours.”

The aim is to reach children twice during their time at primary school - once in Key Stage 1 and again in Key Stage 2.

The half-hour assemblies address child abuse in an age-appropriate way and the importance of speaking out to stay safe.

The volunteers deliver more in-depth workshops with the older pupils while all children are taught the Childline number, which is free to call on 0800 1111 if a child feels they have no adult they can talk to or wants to talk to someone anonymously.

Volunteers get two comprehensive days of training and go through a thorough vetting process. They are then offered dates for assemblies and they can pick a time and date to suit them. There is also support from more experienced volunteers, who can pair with newcomers. All volunteers also get ongoing training, including how to react if a pupil speaks out about abuse.

Although this doesn't happen often, staff at schools often report back to the NSPCC to say that the assembly has prompted a child to tell someone about possible abuse.

Helen Vizard has been volunteering with NSPCC Northern Ireland for the past four years.

She said: “I signed up as a volunteer a few years ago after I retired. There is only so much golfing and walking I can do and I wanted to give something back.

“I heard an ad on my local radio calling for volunteers and I thought that was something I could do. I wanted to do something purposeful, which would also utilise the knowledge and skills I had gained over the years.

“It was a natural progression to work with, and on behalf of, children because of my background working as a teacher and with children with special needs. It was also appealing to work in the youthful, stimulating environment of schools and be back out socialising and working with new colleagues.”

She added: “I have really enjoyed volunteering with the NSPCC Schools Service. It is very rewarding to bring important messages to children at their own level and it is motivating to work with lively young people.

“It is good to have a sense of belonging to the team of volunteers and to feel part of the schools’ community. Volunteers come from a whole variety of interesting backgrounds. I have met some amazing people through volunteering and I would encourage other people to give it a go.”

If you would like more information on how to volunteer for the NSPCC Schools Service please visit the NSPCC website at: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-you-can-do/volunteering-nspcc-childline/volunteer-childline-schools-service/

Pictured above: Karen Walker, NSPCC Schools Service manager in Northern Ireland.

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Police in Derry have urged people in crisis to speak one of the many local agencies who can offer them help.

The appeal was issued after police Foyle confirmed its officers have dealt with two people on local bridges today.

Police have now urged people experiencing difficulties to speak to one of the locally based groups who can offer help, such as the Samaritans.

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Two local men appeared at Derry Magistrates Court today accused of planning to kidnap another man.

Simon Clarke (21) of Woodbrook and Anthony Devine (22) of Glenabbey Street, both in Derry, were charged with conspiracy to kidnap a man on September 21.

Clarke was also accused of possessing a weapon or imitation weapon on the same date.

The court was told that Clarke was arrested and a number of text messages were found on his phone between him and a man subsequently identified as Devine.

The officer said that Clarke asked Devine did he still want a named individual 'done in'.

When Devine allegedly agreed Clarke is said to have texted in reply: "I will have him in the boot of a car" before asking where he should bring him.

The messages allegedly went on from Clarke that he would 'get a few balaclavas and would only need two other people.'

Both men were said that they would talk later.

The officer said that later that afternoon both Devine and Clarke were in a car and a balaclava and a weapon were found in the vehicle.

The officer said it was believed that the incident arose out of the fact that Devine and the intended victim of the kidnap had been in a relationship with the same female.

Ciaran Shiels, defence solicitor for Clarke, asked the police officer if his client had given details of where he had bought the gun and was told he had.

Maoliosa Barr, defence solicitor for Devine said his client had co-operated with police and said he believed it was all 'nonsense'.

Both men were remanded in custody.

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A prime office building on Strand Road in Derry has come to the market today, with offers expected in the region of £5.25m.

Timber Quay is fully let to a strong tenant line up which includes AXA, Fujitsu, Click Energy, Kainos and Invest NI with a total rent of £644,190 per annum.

The property is a modern Grade A office space designed for professional companies seeking highly quality office accommodation. The entire building extends to c. 57,000 sq ft with 100 on site car parking spaces.

It is currently owned by a Northern Irish property company.

Martin McCloy, director of capital markets at Lambert Smith Hampton, said:

“We are delighted to bring to the market what is one of the best office buildings in Derry and Timber Quay boasts an excellent tenant profile providing security of income.

“At an asking price of £5.25m this investment opportunity provides an above average return of 12 percent and we expect strong interest from private investors and property companies both locally and across the UK and Ireland.”

He added: “Derry is the main cultural and commercial hub for the north west of the country. The city has been riding high since it was awarded the status of UK Capital of Cultural in 2012 and has undergone an exciting period of regeneration adding to an already vibrant and growing economy.

“This area in particular is a popular business location.

The young and highly educated workforce has encouraged several companies to recently announce further expansion plans in the city including FinTru (600 jobs) and Alchemy (250 jobs). Having recently been encouraged to submit their bid for a ‘City Deal’, Derry is definitely on the rise.”

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The PSNI has confirmed that the missing Derry girl Sinead Murphy has been located safe and well.

A spokesperson for the PSNI thanked the public for the assistance in the matter.

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A 30-year-old man has been arrested after an incident in the Fountain Estate in Derry yesterday evening.

The police have confirmed that it responded to a report of a hate crime in the area.

On arrival they spoke with a 30-year-old male who was then arrested and charged with a number of offences.

The DUP councillor Graham Warke described the incident as 'shocking'.

"This man came into the Fountain via Wapping Lane and began shouting sectarian abuse in front of children as young as six," he said.

"The people of the Fountain shouldn't have to be subjected to this sort of behaviour and I would like to commend the PSNI for its swift response."

The man is expected to appear at Derry Magistrates Court this morning.

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Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Cooper has asked students and staff at Magee University to be mindful of local residents when parking in streets close to the University.

Councillor Cooper said “This week I have been contacted by residents in several of the streets close to the University with complaints of inconsiderate parking and the problems it brings.

"People are parking in the turning bays at Northland Parade, there are also parking issues on Academy Road and in the Aberfoyle area.

“The locality has a significant number of older people who have particular mobility and access needs and unregulated parking in the area is creating hardship for many of these people.

"We have had a number of cases in the past when emergency vehicles have been unable to access because of the volume of cars parked there. This is intolerable.

“There are long standing issues around commuter parking and the high volume of traffic travelling through the area and the subsequent inconvenience this is creating for residents, pedestrians and motorists. So it’s vital that there is a renewed focus on deterring illegal parking in the area as the new term begins.

He added: "With this in mind I have asked the PSNI and traffic wardens to give a particular focus to the areas in question over the coming weeks to ensure there is minimum disruption for local residents."

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A fifty-four years old local businessman has pleaded guilty at Derry Crown Court to a charge of converting criminal property in relation to the running of a brothel.

Paul McGrory from Ardfada in the Ardmore area of the city had previously pleaded guilty to running or managing the brothel and guilty to acquiring criminal property of £17,375.

He had denied a third charge of converting criminal property of £7,668 to credit account payments, but this morning he was re-arraigned on that charge and pleaded guilty.

The defendant, who committed the three offences between February 8 and November 16 of 2016, was released on continuing bail and will be sentenced for the offences following the preparation of pre-sentence and psychiatric reports on November 6.

A barrister for the Public Prosecution Service told Judge Philip Babington that there was no evidence in the case of people trafficking of women.

He said a number of women using the brothel were from Eastern Europe.

After they arrived in Northern Ireland they were contacted by the defendant through certain magazines.

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Sinn Féin Foyle MLA Raymond McCartney has expressed disappointment at the lack of progress and new investment from the BBC to ensure equal access to gaelic games for northern viewers.

He was commenting after a Sinn Féin delegation held a meeting with the BBC in Belfast.

Raymond McCartney said: “Sinn Féin met with the BBC on Monday to once again voice our concern at the lack of televised coverage of gaelic games for viewers in the north.

“We are disappointed that BBC have made absolutely no progress or new investment to ensure the quarter of a million gaels in the north have equal access to gaelic games.

“While we welcome the live coverage of the 12 Irish League games, this cannot overshadow the need for more coverage of the GAA which is the largest spectator sport on the island of Ireland.

“Since launching the Fair Play for Ulster Gaels campaign we have heard the frustration felt among GAA fans at what they feel is decades of neglect by BBC in terms of televising and mainstreaming gaelic games.

“We believe that a collaborative approach from sporting organisations and broadcasters is required to end the inequalities surrounding televised coverage and parity of esteem for northern gaels.”

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Householders across Derry were reminded this week of the need to ‘Reduce, reuse and recycle’ as Recycling Week got underway.

The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor John Boyle, gave his backing to the campaign yesterday with the launch of a new furniture restoration course at Council’s New 2 You Re-use facility at Pennyburn Recycling Centre.

Launching the course, the Mayor said it would provide the opportunity for people to find out new ways of reusing old materials.

“I am delighted to be here today to find out more about the services offered at the New 2 You centre,” he declared.

“The skill and creativity of the staff in breathing new life into old and unwanted household items is extremely impressive and a great way of utilising old materials. It really makes you rethink how we treat our rubbish, and consider how it can become something useful with a bit of imagination and effort.

“I would encourage people to come along to the centre and find out more about what we can all do to make small changes that can have a big impact on the environment.”

Recycling Week will run from September 24-30, and this year’s theme ‘Recycling. We do. Because it matters’ is designed to convey simple but important messages about why recycling matters to everyone.

Council’s Waste and Recycling Officer, Julie Hannaway, urged people to take on the challenge of becoming a recycling champion at school or at work.

“Our campaign ‘Recycling. We do. Because it matters’ focuses on the very real impact that every individual can make to our planet by thinking about rubbish. Simple measures like reducing the amount of packaged food you buy, using your food waste bin to recycle waste and recycling items from all around your home, including the bathroom, can make a real difference to our environment while saving your local Council money.

“Being a recycling champion at work or in school by ensuring people have access to recycling bins can also reduce the amount of waste going to landfill and help our environment. Council can provide information on a number of ways people can help adapt their lifestyle to become more environmentally aware.”

People can also do their bit by donating any unwanted furniture or electrical items to the facility where they’ll be given a new lease of life by people training in trade skills.

If you would like to learn a new skill, revamp your home and help the local environment along the way then why not sign up for the furniture restoration course at New 2 You on 02871360453 or email info@activeinclusion.com

Pictured above: The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor John Boyle, pictured launching Recycling Week at Pennyburn Recycling Centre/New 2U with Joe Brolly, Centre Manager. Back second left is Julie Hannaway, DCSDC Recycling Officer and staff from New 2U. Pictured are some of the recycled furniture and bric-a-brac.

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With the beginning of school term and a return to routine for families parents are being encouraged to reduce the amount of screen time their children are having.

Research has found that too much screen time impacts on children’s physical activity, diet and sleep. Children who spend more time on screens tend to get less sleep, are more likely to have a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) and eat more unhealthy drinks and snacks.

The START campaign, by safefood, the Public Health Agency and Department of Health, which focuses on taking a realistic and practical approach to encourage a healthy weight for children and young people, has revealed that children aged under 2 spent on average approx. 52 minutes every day on screens, rising to over 1 hour at weekends.

Dr Cliodhna Foley-Nolan, Director, Human Health & Nutrition, safefood: “While parents are aware of the dangers of everyday habits like too many ‘treat foods’ or too many sugary drinks, they may be unaware of how excessive screen time is impacting on our children’s health. It’s clearly linked with how active we are, the food we eat and the amount of sleep we get. Screen time can displace physical activity and is associated with a pattern of unhealthy snacking. It also increases our children’s exposure to the marketing of unhealthy foods. We need to get this balance right and parents can make a start by reducing their own screen time.”

For children aged 2-5, the weekday average was approx. 1 hour 49 mins and 2 hours 13 mins at weekends.  For over 5s, the weekday average was almost two hours rising to more than 3 hours at the weekends.

Caroline Bloomfield, Health and Social Wellbeing Improvement Senior Manager at the Public Health Agency said: “Ideally, under 2s should have no screen time while under 5s should have no more than an hour a day. For older children, it’s important to agree set limits that suit your family and to stick to them. Screen time is such a part now of daily life that trying to cut down on it might seem challenging. Children love to copy what others do so if they see Mum or Dad on the smartphone, chances are they’ll want to do the same. Having wind-down time with no screens before bedtime and enjoying more screen free meals together are two good places where parents can make a start.”

The START campaign aims to provide practical tools and advice for parents, to help them set limits on screen time and to encourage the whole family to become more active. It is encouraging families to make a ‘play pact’ by committing as a family to pause for play and spend less time on their screens. This doesn’t have to be organised physical activity or sport and all movement counts.

For more information visit: www.makeastart.org It provides lots of simple ideas on getting active in and around the home and ways to make a positive, healthy start.

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A litter-loathing puppet is the star of a new anti-litter campaign being rolled out across the north, and he’s pulling no punches when it comes to offenders.

The campaign from Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful and its Live Here Love Here programme is being backed by Derry City and Strabane District Council.

It features the puppet who pops up out of nowhere giving litter louts a proper puppet telling off in true Northern Ireland style.

Organisers behind the campaign hope that the straight talking puppet will get through to those people who still continue to litter.

Jodie McAneaney, Live Here Love Here Manager said, “Littering continues to be a major problem on our streets, in our parks and on our beaches.  95% of streets and public spaces surveyed in Northern Ireland have at least some litter on them.

“Last year, over 141 tonnes of waste was collected, costing the public purse £45.5m a year on street cleansing.  Like many members of the public who take pride in our province, our puppet gets really aggravated when he sees those who litter foul carelessly.”

Photo Caption:  Jodie McAneaney, Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful’s Live Here Love Here Manager, is pictured with the star of a new anti-litter campaign – a litter loathing puppet who pulls no punches when it comes to offenders!

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PORTER, (Magherafelt) 24th September 2018, Thomas R.I.P. beloved husband of the late Mary and loving father of Alistair, Adrian and Thomas, dear brother of Margaret Montgomery. Funeral from his son's home 38 Tullywiggan Road, Cookstown on Thursday 27th September at 10.00am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in Church of St. John Milltown Magherafelt. Interment afterwards in adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Deeply regretted by his sons, grandchildren, sister and large family circle.

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The Western Trust is hosting a free asthma, diabetes, epilepsy and awareness evening to educate those involved with young people about these conditions.

The awareness evening will take place on Thursday 4 October 2018 at 6.00pm, Lecture Theatre 1, MDEC Building Altnagelvin Hospital.

The awareness event is for anyone who is a leader or supervisor of young children at youth groups or sports clubs.  Those who attend will be provided with specialist advice delivered directly by Specialist Nurses, with a question and answer opportunity included.

Damien McHugh, Western Trust Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse said: “The last few years the events that we held were very well received by all who attended and feedback was very positive. Following our evaluation of the events we have we would encourage all youth groups such as youth clubs scouting, guides, sports clubs, and any organisation that deals with young people should be represented.

“The awareness evenings were organised in recognition of the need for educating those involved with young people about conditions such as Diabetes, Asthma and Epilepsy as well as managing a severe allergic reaction. We wish to hit home the importance of being aware of these conditions and what to do when children who have these conditions might need their support.”

For further information or to register for the event, contact by email Damien.McHugh@westerntrust.hscni.net or Rebecca.harte@westerntrust.hscni.net  or telephone (028) 6638 2188.  To avoid disappointment, it is recommended that you book your place for the event.

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Dundalk put one hand on the Premier Division title as a first half demolition of Derry City gave them the three points they needed to all but ensure the championship.

Dundalk 3

Derry City 2

Dundalk were big favourites to make short work of their opponents given what was at stake, but it was actually Derry City who could have scored early on, and on more than one occasion.

Dundalk showed just why they will be champions as they took their first chance when it came, showing a ruthlessness that City have been incapable of. Aaron McEneff needlessly conceded a free kick just outside his own penalty area and when Michael Duffy crossed it, defender Daniel Cleary was there to power a bullet header past Gerard Doherty from just six yards out.

The Candy Stripes were still recovering from that when they conceded again, and it was a moment worth waiting for and in particular for Patrick McEleney, who finally got his first goal against his hometown club, as he finished a sweeping Dundalk counterattack by hooking the ball left-footed past Gerard Doherty for 2-0.

Dundalk were not content with just two goals and they attacked at every opportunity, coming so close to a third just past the half hour. Defender Sean Hoare led three City players a merry dance in midfield before McEleney picked up the pieces and raced forward, linking with Patrick Hoban on the edge of the area before playing John Mountney through on goal, but the midfielder could only find the side netting with just Doherty to beat.

The third goal that Dundalk deserved came just before half time and again it was avoidable from a Derry City point of view as Hoban was allowed to receive the ball on the corner of the 18-yard box, then turn and pick his spot as he curled a beautiful effort beyond Doherty and into the top corner for his 25^th goal of the season. It was game over for Derry before the half time whistle had been blown.

Derry though at least made a game of it in the second half and they pulled a goal back on 69 minutes when Aidy Delap’s goalbound shot was saved by Gary Rogers but the ball rebounded back off Dean Jarvis and into the net for an own goal.

The Candy Stripes then made it a nervy finish for the hosts as they pulled a second goal back with just two minutes remaining, Dean Shiels playing Ben Fisk through on goal, and the Canadian kept his composure to round the goalkeeper and put the ball into the net.

But time ran out on the Candy Stripes and the Dundalk celebrations began.

Teams

Dundalk: Gary Rogers, Sean Gannon, Sean Hoare, Chris Shields, Michael Duffy, John Mountney (Dylan Connolly 62’), Patrick Hoban (Georgie Kelly 85’), Jamie McGrath, Patrick McEleney (Ronan Murray 62’), Daniel Cleary, Dean Jarvis.

Derry City: Gerard Doherty, Kevin McHattie, Darren Cole, Eoin Toal, Jamie McDonagh, Aaron McEneff (Dean Shiels 45’), Aaron Splaine, Rory Hale, Aidy Delap (Ben Fisk 83’), Ronan Hale, Ally Roy (Nicky Low 45’).

Referee: Paul McLaughlin.

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