Police launch investigation after car set on fire outside house in the early...
A car was set on fire outside a house in Derry this morning. The attack took place around 3am at Westland Mews in the Bogside area of the city. The car was destroyed in the blaze and it is understood...
View ArticleKenyans dominate to take one-two at Walled City Marathon
Eric Koech set a blistering pace to win today’s Walled City Marathon run in Derry. The Kenyan broke the tape (pictured) in 2.23.48, just three seconds ahead of his fellow countryman Dan Tanui. Chris...
View ArticleFirefighter injured while dealing with an arson attack on a house and car in...
More details have emerged about an arson attack on a car and house in Derry this morning. Detectives are investigating an arson attack at Westland Mews area in the Bogside area. At around 2.45am it was...
View ArticleMARATHON VIDEO: The agony and ecstasy of Fahan Street
It is the most dreaded part of the Walled City Maratahon. Fahan Street, just short of the 25 miler is by far the steepest climb on the 26.2 mile course. This is how some of them coped. If you have a...
View ArticlePhoenix see off all challengers to come out top in annual Jon 'Ugg' Memorial...
The Phoenix emerged the winners of the annual Jon "Ugg" Clifford Memorial Quiz held in the Derry City Social Club,Crawford Square on Friday night. A large crowd were in attendance to cheer on the15...
View ArticleDriver has lucky escape after car goes out of control and overturns
The driver of this car had a lucky escape when it crashed on one of Derry’s busiest roads this evening. The blue Renault Megan went out off control and overturned on to its roof at the “Bywash” on...
View Article£49,000 additional funding secured for community groups to deliver safety...
The Derry and Strabane Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has secured almost £45,000 of additional funding from the Department of Justice to enable local groups to deliver a range of...
View ArticleDerry City FC Lotto: did your numbers come up? Check here....
The winning numbers in this week's Derry City FC Lotto are: 2, 18, 23, 24 Prize £1,600 To play Derry FC Lotto go to: www.clublottery.com If you have a story or want to send a photo or video to us...
View ArticleWinning numbers in Foyle Hospice Weekly Draw
1st prize (£1,000): Aidan Wilson (promoter: Veronica Marshall) 2nd prize (£300): Danny Boyle (F G Patton) 3rd prize (£200): Kay Neeson (Foyle Hospice) 4th prize (£100): Paul O'Neill (Foyle Hospice) 5th...
View ArticleUsing false ID to get into licensed premises could see you barred and fined...
Police in Co Derry are warning young people of the serious consequences of using false identification to gain entrance to licensed premises. The PSNI in Magherafelt say attempting to enter such...
View ArticleA done deal.... Sinn Fein to hand over mayoral chain to DUP tonight
The DUP’s Hilary McClintock (pictured) will become the new Mayor of Derry and Strabane District Council tonight. She will be presented by the mayoral chain by outgoing First Citizen, Sinn Cllr Elisha...
View ArticleIt may be still hot, hot, hot... but it's all set to change
Enjoy the sunshine because it is set to come to an end. According to the forecasters late evening showers will linger overnight with a minimum temperature 9°C. Tomorrow will be another hot sunny day,...
View ArticleDerry ladies in stitches in aid of Altnagelvin neonatal intensive care unit
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) has acknowledged a donation to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Altnagelvin Hospital. Ladies from the Waterside Women's Centre in Derry...
View ArticleLocal women recognised at Foster Carer of the Year Awards
Two local women have scooped top accolades at the annual Foster Carer of the Year Awards.. The Fostering Network in partnership with HSC Regional Adoption and Fostering Service held the prestigious...
View ArticleTeenage gang blamed for church break-in and theft of monk's car during a...
A gang of teenagers is being blamed for a night of destruction and crime in Derry. A number of premises, including a church, were broken into during an overnight crime spree in the Ballymagroarty and...
View ArticleHistoric day as city’s only hurling club opens new £700k clubhous
The city’s only hurling and camogie club, Na Magha, has officially opened its new clubhouse at the club’s base at Ballyarnett. The opening marked the culmination of many years of effort from the small...
View ArticleCouncil to discuss Northlands crisis at special meeting
Derry City and Strabane District Council is to hold a special meeting to see what can be done to help the local Northlands rehabilitation centre which is facing possible closure. Last week, staff told...
View ArticleUnconscious man rescued from River Foyle mudflats in multi-services operation
A man is being treated in Altnagelvin Hospital after being rescued from River Foyle mudflats this afternoon. The incident occurred shortly before 2.30pm. Police, firefighters, ambulance crews and...
View ArticleMcGuinness pays tribute to people of Derry for welcome afforded to Syrian...
Martin McGuinness has paid tribute to the people of Derry for the welcome afforded to the city’s newly arrived Syrian refugees. He was speaking at an event held as part of the process of welcoming the...
View ArticleNew DUP Mayor Hilary McClintock pledges ‘to make a difference’ during year in...
The newly elected Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council has pledged her commitment to represent the entire Council district by working tirelessly to “make a difference” to create a vibrant...
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