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VOX POP: St Eithne's Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
VOX POP: St Eithne's Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
The students of St Eithne's Primary School tell The Derry News what their favourite thing is about the school and what they would say to encourage a friend to come to the school
Cian, P5 There are a lot of people in the school and they are very friendly. We have different clubs after school,
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November 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
VOX POP: St Eithne's Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
St Eithne’s Primary School ‘fosters every child’s abilities’
St Eithne’s Primary School ‘fosters every child’s abilities’
Award winning school is a ‘School of Scantuary’
“In St Eithne’s Primary School we foster every child’s abilities. We support all types of learners. We have great Special Educational Needs provision. The most important thing is the children, they are at the core of everything we do.” This was
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November 27, 2025 at 4:38 PM
St Eithne’s Primary School ‘fosters every child’s abilities’
VOX POP: Hollybush Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
VOX POP: Hollybush Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
The students of Hollybush Primary School tell The Derry News what their favourite thing is about the school and what they would say to encourage a friend to come to the school
Cillian, P6 My favourite thing about Hollybush is that all the teachers are very nice. My favourite subject is Maths.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
VOX POP: Hollybush Primary School pupils on their favourite thing about the school
Widespread condemnation following violent assault on Derry PSNI officers
Widespread condemnation following violent assault on Derry PSNI officers
Two suspects have been arrested on suspicion of a number of serious offences, including attempted murder
Widespread condemnation has followed the stabbing of a police officer who required stitches to his leg while responding to a call in the Collon Lane area of the city in the early hours of
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November 27, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Widespread condemnation following violent assault on Derry PSNI officers
"To see the good in, and get the best out of": Hollybush PS’s guiding mission for every pupil's success
"To see the good in, and get the best out of": Hollybush PS’s guiding mission for every pupil's success
Hollybush Primary School Open Day will be held on Tuesday, December 2 from 9.30am – 11.30am
Hollybush Primary and Nursery School is situated in the village of Culmore, on the outskirts of Derry and close to the border with Donegal. We have two part time nursery classes and fourteen classes fr
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November 27, 2025 at 3:32 PM
"To see the good in, and get the best out of": Hollybush PS’s guiding mission for every pupil's success
MacD on Music: Sleeping Beauty
MacD on Music: Sleeping Beauty
Beauty Sleep have just released their second album ‘The Whole Damn Cake’
Many years ago, a married couple played in a band together before breaking away to form their own group and forging their own identity. I am, of course, talking about Tom Tom Club, the group started by Chris Frantz and T
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November 27, 2025 at 3:06 PM
MacD on Music: Sleeping Beauty
Extradited Derry man refused bail over risk of reoffending
Extradited Derry man refused bail over risk of reoffending
John Paul Barrett (42) with an address at Northland Road in Derry had been remanded in custody after being extradited last Saturday
A man who was extradited to the North after serving four years in prison in the South has been refused bail at Derry Magistrate's Court. John Paul Barrett (42) w
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November 27, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Extradited Derry man refused bail over risk of reoffending
Bígí mar chuid den Athbheochan – Join the resurgence at Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin
Bígí mar chuid den Athbheochan – Join the resurgence at Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin
Labhair í agus Mairfidh sí – Speak her and she will live
The Irish Language is going ó neart go neart all over the island and beyond, and Derry is no different. From our flourishing Irish-medium Education sector to the normalisation of the language across the city it’s an exciting time to be
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November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Bígí mar chuid den Athbheochan – Join the resurgence at Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin
Two arrested in Derry on suspicion of attempted murder after PSNI officer stabbed
Two arrested in Derry on suspicion of attempted murder after PSNI officer stabbed
Police were conducting enquiries in relation to a wanted person in the Collon Lane area of the city when the incident happened
A police officer required stitches to his leg after he was stabbed while responding to a call in Derry. Three other officers and a custody detention officer were also
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November 27, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Two arrested in Derry on suspicion of attempted murder after PSNI officer stabbed
'Proposed application to increase student beds will be a game changer for Derry' - Cllr Sandra Duffy
'Proposed application to increase student beds will be a game changer for Derry' - Cllr Sandra Duffy
The proposed planning application for purpose built student accommodation in the city centre has been welcomed by Derry City and Strabane District councillor Sandra Duffy (Sinn Féin). "The proposed planning application for 553 bed spaces in purpose built student accommodation will be a game changer
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November 27, 2025 at 1:37 PM
'Proposed application to increase student beds will be a game changer for Derry' - Cllr Sandra Duffy
Glór na nGael article explores the advantages and benefits of bilingualism
Glór na nGael article explores the advantages and benefits of bilingualism
Glór na nGael promotes and supports the language in the family, community, and business sectors
The Advantages of Bilingualism were explored in a recent article published by Glór na nGael - the Irish-language organisation which promotes and supports the language in the family, community, and
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November 27, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Glór na nGael article explores the advantages and benefits of bilingualism
Fine for Derry man who walked into PSNI station with a joint in pocket
Fine for Derry man who walked into PSNI station with a joint in pocket
Robert Canning (43) of Abbots Walk in Derry was charged on May 12 last year after walking into the police station for an unrelated matter
A man has appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court charged with possession of a class B drug after he walked into Strand Road PSNI station with half a joint in
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November 27, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Fine for Derry man who walked into PSNI station with a joint in pocket
Warning to forgetful drivers after PSNI crackdown on uninsured vehicles
Warning to forgetful drivers after PSNI crackdown on uninsured vehicles
Recent data shows there were 5,735 insurance offences in NI over the last year, accounting for 16% of all motoring offences
Northern Ireland motorists are being urged to stay on top of routine car paperwork, as simple oversights could cost them up to £3,280 in fines, lead to higher insurance
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November 27, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Warning to forgetful drivers after PSNI crackdown on uninsured vehicles
Guide Dogs NI celebrates 40 years in NI with 'Santa Paws' fundraiser in Derry
Guide Dogs NI celebrates 40 years in NI with 'Santa Paws' fundraiser in Derry
Pet owners are invited to bring their dogs along to get a 'paw-trait' together with Santa Claus
The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Ruairí McHugh, kicked off the holiday season by joining Guide Dogs Northern Ireland to launch their annual ‘Santa Paws’ event alongside l
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November 27, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Guide Dogs NI celebrates 40 years in NI with 'Santa Paws' fundraiser in Derry
VOX POP: Coláiste Bhríde pupils on their favourite thing about the school
VOX POP: Coláiste Bhríde pupils on their favourite thing about the school
The students of Coláiste Bhríde tell The Derry News what their favourite thing is about the school and what is so special about speaking Irish, and what type of job they wanted in the future and in what way would Irish help?
Katy Tá cuid mhór rudaí ann atá ar fheabhas faoin scoil seo. Is breá
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November 27, 2025 at 12:03 PM
VOX POP: Coláiste Bhríde pupils on their favourite thing about the school
Derry man who had 'turned his life around' fined for disorderly and damage charges
Derry man who had 'turned his life around' fined for disorderly and damage charges
Stephen Archer (30) of no fixed abode admitted two charges that occurred on September 3 this year
A Derry man who court heard had 'turned his life around' has been fined at the local Magistrate's Court for disorderly and criminal damage charges that occurred just hours after he was released f
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November 27, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Derry man who had 'turned his life around' fined for disorderly and damage charges
Santa delivers Christmas magic to Derry with North Pole post box in Guildhall Square
Santa delivers Christmas magic to Derry with North Pole post box in Guildhall Square
Families are reminded that the final day for posting letters is Tuesday, December 16
Santa Claus is returning to Derry this festive season and he’s once again teaming up with Derry City and Strabane District Council to make sure children across the city and district can get their Christmas wi
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November 27, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Santa delivers Christmas magic to Derry with North Pole post box in Guildhall Square
Ag breathnú siar chun céim a ghlacadh chun tosaigh – Looking back to take a step forward
Ag breathnú siar chun céim a ghlacadh chun tosaigh – Looking back to take a step forward
How did Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin and the Irish Language get to where we are today and we are going?
Céim ar chéim, step-by-step, that’s how the Irish language has got to the position it is in in Derry.Thanks to the work of Mary Delargy, and others, we can recount the story of the Irish Language
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November 27, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Ag breathnú siar chun céim a ghlacadh chun tosaigh – Looking back to take a step forward
Derry man given 'strict warning' following breach of bail
Derry man given 'strict warning' following breach of bail
Bryan Osuere (31) of Spencer Road in Derry was in court following a breach of his bail conditions, namely his curfew and no alcohol conditions that had been set in a previous court appearance
A man has been given a 'strict warning' following a breach of bail at Derry Magistrate's Court. Bryan
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November 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Derry man given 'strict warning' following breach of bail
'People haven't a clue we exist in their village' - Derry man on futsal's lack of recognition
'People haven't a clue we exist in their village' - Derry man on futsal's lack of recognition
Jonny has a passion for futsal that has continued to grow over his time playing and coaching the game.
A Derry man has highlighted how people "haven't a clue" that a Claudy Futsal club exists, despite it being there for roughly two years. Jonny Kavanagh set up the club in 2023 after playing w
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November 27, 2025 at 10:33 AM
'People haven't a clue we exist in their village' - Derry man on futsal's lack of recognition
Throwback Thursday: Out and About @ Peadar O'Donnell's and Dungloe Bar (2010)
Throwback Thursday: Out and About @ Peadar O'Donnell's and Dungloe Bar (2010)
How many familiar faces will you recognise from the archives of the Derry News?
Kornelia and Christian We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot fro
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November 27, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Throwback Thursday: Out and About @ Peadar O'Donnell's and Dungloe Bar (2010)
Derry's Deputy Mayor and Foyle Network Foundation urge continued support for Christmas Appeal
Derry's Deputy Mayor and Foyle Network Foundation urge continued support for Christmas Appeal
Ongoing community support needed for Christmas Appeal by Foyle Network Foundation as winter need is expected to rise
PICTURED ABOVE: Deputy Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District Council, Niree McMorris, at the launch of the Foyle Network Foundation in urging people across the city to contin
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November 27, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Derry's Deputy Mayor and Foyle Network Foundation urge continued support for Christmas Appeal
Derry Death Notices - Thursday, November 27, 2025
Derry Death Notices - Thursday, November 27, 2025
Latest Derry obituaries and death notices
The following deaths have occurred:- • Dorothy Keys (née Kee), 55 Woodburn Park, Derry • Margaret “Celine” McCardle, Tirglassan Road, Claudy • Matilda McFarlane (Tillie) Cromie, 23 Drumhappy Road, Dungiven • Bernard (Barney) McNickle, 30 Laburnum Road
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November 27, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Derry Death Notices - Thursday, November 27, 2025
Derry and Strabane road safety champions celebrated at Northern Ireland awards
Derry and Strabane road safety champions celebrated at Northern Ireland awards
Chair of Derry and Strabane Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) congratulates local winners
PICTURED ABOVE: Eamonn Karran won the Open Category, sponsored by CRASH Services. Eamonn and his wife Joanne are pictured with Davy Jackson, Chair of Road Safe NI Charity; Minister for Inf
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November 27, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Derry and Strabane road safety champions celebrated at Northern Ireland awards