13-year-old Derry boy told in court today: "You’re bringing yourself to the...
A Judge today warned a 13-year-old Derry boy that if he does not stop offending in his own community he will come to the attention of ‘paramilitary thugs’ who would have ‘no hesitation inflicting...
View ArticleMBE honour ‘was a difficult decision’ – Roddy
Derry city centre manager, Jim Roddy, has spoken of the ‘difficult decision’ he made in accepting an MBE in the New Year’s Honours. Mr Roddy (pictured), the chief executive officer of City Centre...
View ArticleWarning after wheelie bins stolen and burned
Residents living close to the Lecky Road flyover have been urged to take extra measures to secure their yards after an upsurge in incidents of wheelie bins being stolen and burned. The advice was...
View ArticleNew look for leading Derry fitness firm
A Derry-based business widely recognised as one of the North West’s leading fitness providers has rebranded ahead of the launch of new outlet next week. Fighting Fit, which has bases in Springtown...
View ArticlePledge to continue promotion of Ebrington for ‘major events’
The government department which will take over responsibility for the Ebrington site in Derry’s Waterside has said it will continue to develop the site as a ‘major events space’ for concerts such as...
View ArticleBoy (15) charged with assaulting tourist in Derry
A 15-year-old boy has appeared before Derry Magistrates Court charged with assaulting a tourist who was visiting the city on New Year’s Eve. The teenager, who cannot be named due to his age, appeared...
View ArticleDEATH NOTICES: 4 January 2016 (updated)
BYRNE, Celine (nee Mullins) Ardfert Village and formerly of The Spa, Tralee and Derry. – 3rd January 2016, beloved wife of the late Peter (Windmill Terrace, Derry) and dear mother of Tracey Doyle and...
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Are you a 2016 bride?
Getting married is one of the most exciting times of your life and also one of the most stressful times. From table planning to finding the right photographer, it can all get a little bit...
View ArticleDEATH NOTICES: 4 January 2016 (updated)
DEANE, Mary (née Coyle) - 3rd January 2016 (peacefully) at Altnagelvin Hospital (formerly of 102 Bogside). beloved wife of the late Joseph, loving mother of Joseph, Fiona, Sean, Eamonn and Tony, dear...
View ArticleGreyhound racing: tonight's Brandywell results
Race 1 (300 yards): 1, Inishowen Review 2/1 fav; 2, Benbradagh Mist 3/1. Time: 17.24. Distance: 2.5 lengths. Race 2 New Year Lotto Sprint heat 2 (300 yards): 1, Jesses Honour 3/1; 2, Tarmac Bandit 3/1....
View ArticleWoman cut free from crashed car
A woman was taken to hospital following a single car crash in Co Derry. Fire crews from Kilrea, Coleraine and Ballymoney attended the collision which occurred at Gorran Road, Garvagh. Firefighters used...
View ArticleWeather Alert: Motorists warned of dangers of driving through floods
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning ahead of heavy rain predicted for Derry tomorrow. Bands of heavy showers are expected to result in an an increased risk of both surface water or river...
View ArticleWork begins on documentary to mark NICRA 50th anniversary
Work has begun on a new documentary to mark the 50th anniversary of the setting up of the Civil Rights movement in the North. Among those already interviewed have been veteran Derry Civil Rights...
View ArticleAdonis Fitness and ‘The Big Six’ for Cancer Focus NI
Are you finding it difficult to drop the early winter weight’? Can’t quite achieve the tone you’ve been longing for? Or maybe you aspire to a healthier lifestyle but are not sure how to go about it....
View ArticleAnniversary of McIlhagga murder demands action against UDA: Dallat
SDLP East Derry MLA John Dallat has encouraged the public to respond to a fresh appeal by the PSNI for help in solving the murder of Brian McIlhagga. The 42-year-old father-of-five was attacked by a...
View ArticleCharity provides financial boost to Derry athlete
A Derry athlete is to benefit from funding from the Mary Peters Trust to help further her career. Fencer Rosie McGonagle is one of 30 sportsmen and women to benefit from an £18,000 boost from the Mary...
View ArticleLeading accounting franchise has Derry in its sights
Britain’s leading accounting franchise has Derry in its sights as it seeks out dynamic entrepreneurs for new franchises in Northern Ireland in 2016. TaxAssist Accountants have currently two franchisees...
View ArticleCounty Derry hopefuls to appear on ‘The Voice of Ireland’
Two county Derry singers will be eager to take their fledgling music careers to new heights when they appear on RTÉ’s popular talent show ‘The Voice of Ireland’ in the coming weeks. 20 year-old Hannah...
View ArticlePower restored to Derry homes
Electricity supply has been restored to around 1,000 properties in Derry. An underground fault resulted in homes and businesses in the Pennyburn area of the city being cut off at around 10.30am this...
View ArticleMET Office warns of risk of flooding due to heavy rain
The MET Office has warned of the risk of flooding across County Derry tomorrow (Wednesday) with up to 30mm of rainfall expected in some areas. The yellow warning, which was issued on Monday, is...
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