Altnagelvin Renal Unit celebrates 10th anniversary
The Renal Unit at Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry is celebrating its 10th anniversary today. Charlie Doherty (pictured), who was at the Unit earlier today for dialysis, was one of the first patients to...
View ArticleThe Undertones (Part 2): How long can men in their 50s sing about Teenage Kicks?
The Undertones will next year celebrate the 40th anniversary of their first ever concert. In the second part of an interview with Derry News editor Ciaran O’Neill about the band, bassist Mickey Bradley...
View ArticleFoyle Hospice Weekly Draw winners
1st prize (£1000): Kathleen Morrison (promoter Foyle Hospice) 2nd prize (£300): James Alcorn (Eleanor Devine) 3rd prize (£200): Sheena Friel (Doyle O'Neill) 4th prize (£100): David Walker (Cathy...
View ArticleDurkan raises Derry concerns over TTIP at Westminster
The "serious concern" of people in Derry over the proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) have been raised at Westminster. Foyle SDLP MP Mark Durkan said TTIP would see Europe’s...
View ArticlePremier League previews...
PREMIER LEAGUE PREVIEW – PURVIS PREDICTS It’s that time of the week again. Carl Purvis looks ahead to this weekend’s Premier League action… Norwich v Everton (Sat 12:45) Surprise wins for both...
View ArticleSomething special is happening in Dungiven tomorrow…
A newly formed group is hoping to bring some buzz to Dungiven tomorrow when they host a live nativity crib event in the town. Over 70 people have signed up to take part in the eight hour event, which...
View ArticleDerry's 'doggie men' to be charged £55 per hour to use new Brandywell track
The long-running saga over the redevelopment of the Brandywell Stadium in Derry today took another twist. The multi-million pound plans for the stadium would see a new pitch laid and a new stand built....
View ArticleSaturday Morning League: tomorrow's fixtures
Kick off 10.30am Gilfillan Cup semi finals NEWTON HEATH v BRANDYWELL CELTIC (at The Showgrounds) TAMNAHERIN CELTIC v CITY COLTS (at Lisnagelvin No 2) Premier Division WESTBANK UNITED v HATMORE HARPS...
View ArticleSaturday Morning League: today's fixtures
Kick off 10.30am Gilfillan Cup semi finals NEWTON HEATH v BRANDYWELL CELTIC (at The Showgrounds) TAMNAHERIN CELTIC v CITY COLTS (at Lisnagelvin No 2) Premier Division WESTBANK UNITED v HATMORE HARPS...
View ArticleDoubts over massive Derry housing project
Doubts have emerged over the future of a proposed massive housing development in Derry. The proposal would have seen up to 5,000 new houses built on a huge site at Buncrana Road. However, the bulk of...
View ArticleDerry Seagate staff raise £24,000 for cancer fight
Staff at Derry’s Seagate plant have raised £24,000 to support the fight against cancer. Employees at the Springtown plant have this year chosen Cancer Research UK as their charity of the year. A series...
View ArticleLittle Ellie waiting on heart surgery
The family of a little local girl has been told she must undergo heart surgery in the New Year. Ellie Faulkner (pictured), who is just 17 months old, was recently diagnosed with a heart condition known...
View ArticleRugby: Rainey away day for Derry
City of Derry travel to Magherafelt this afternoon to take on Rainey Old Boys in an All Ireland League Division 2B clash (kick off 2.30pm). Rainey had a great victory last Saturday week at home to...
View ArticleBan against gay men becoming blood donors should be lifted: McLaughlin
Sinn Féin Foyle MLA Maeve McLaughlin has said the ban against gay men becoming blood donors in the North should be lifted. Ms McLaughlin (pictured), the chairperson of the Stormont Health Committee,...
View ArticleChemotherapy Day Case revamp completed at Altnagelvin
Refurbishment work to extend the Chemotherapy Day Case area at the Sperrin Suite in Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry has been completed. The revamp marks the completion of the first phase of construction...
View ArticleGlenshane Pass closed due to snow
Motorists are being advised to exercise extreme caution as heavy snow is making driving conditions hazardous. The Glenshane Pass in County Derry is currently closed due to snow. Diversions are in place...
View ArticleGlenshane Pass reopened
The Glenshane Pass has reopened. It had been closed for a period due to adverse weather conditions. Police are advising to exercise extra care. If you have a story or want to send a photo or video to...
View ArticleDEATH NOTICES: 12 December 2015
BRADY, Patrick (Pacho) - 11th December 2015 (suddenly) at Altnagelvin Hospital, 6 Brewsters Close, beloved son of the late Hugh and Dympnal, loving partner of Bernadette Kelly, dear brother of...
View ArticleWeather hits local sport
The adverse weather has disrupted local sport. Institute’s Intermediate Cup tie with Kilmore FC was called off following a pitch inspection while City of Derry Rugby Club’s clash with Rainey Old Boys...
View Article30 involved in sectarian attack on three Protestant boys in Derry
Three Protestant boys had “no chance to escape” when they were attacked by a gang of up to 30 youths in Derry city centre last night, it has been claimed. One of the youngsters, one aged 13 and the...
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