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A protest against the legacy legislation in Guildhall Square. Photo: George Sweeney. DER222GS – 018

Dublin awaiting legal advice on taking London to Europe over legacy act Kevin Mullan

Derry artist Tori McNeill. Her Spectrum exhibition opens on Friday.

Talented Derry artist Tori McNeill’s fifth exhibition Spectrum to open at Forum Staff Reporter

Da Vinci's Hotel in Derry.

Derry’s Da Vinci’s Hotel can accommodate everyone in comfort and style Staff Reporter

Thomas Pringle

80.2% spike in homelessness in north west region in two years, says Pringle Kevin Mullan

Figures obtained by Foyle MP Colum Eastwood show that at the end of June 20,476 people in his Foyle constituency were waiting for a first consultant-led outpatient appointment.

Colum Eastwood brands Derry’s 20,000+ health waiting list ‘utterly shameful' Kevin Mullan

The vehicle was burnt out in Galliagh Park.

Driver ‘badly shaken’ after being hijacked and pushed to ground by masked men Kevin Mullan

Derry City and Strabane District Council's Health and Community Committee has agreed to form a task force to deal with the high number of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in certain Derry areas.

Taskforce urged to deal with high number of HMOs and anti-social behaviour Andrew Balfour

Ukraine CrisisSee more

Footage of Wigan fans singing in 2016 was mistaken as Ukrainians celebrating the Crimean Bridge attack by Hungarian TV station HirTV - Credit: Getty / YouTube

Hungarian TV station mistakes Ukrainians for Wigan Athletic fans Ethan Evans

The warning applies to anyone travelling to Europe during the busy summer season

Brits travelling to Europe issued with flight delay warning Chelsie Sewell

Yevgeny Prigozhin (right) with Vladimir Putin

Who is Yevgeny Prigozhin? Exiled Wagner Group leader breaks silence Sam Johnson

A man holds the Russian national flag in front of a Wagner group military vehicle with the sign read as "Rostov" in Rostov-on-Don late on June 24, 2023. Rebel mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin who sent his fighters to topple the military leaders in Moscow will leave for Belarus and a criminal case against him will be dropped as part of a deal to avoid "bloodshed," the Kremlin said on June 24. (Photo by STRINGER / AFP) (Photo by STRINGER/AFP via Getty Images)

Russia uprising: Rebellion ends with Yevgeny Prigozhin sent to Belarus Andrew Quinn

CoronavirusSee more

Inishowen has the lowest Covid 19 vaccination rate for five to 11 year olds.

Inishowen has lowest Covid 19 vaccination rates for 5 to 11 year olds Laura Glenn

Altnagelvin Hospital. Photo: George Sweeney / Derry Journal.

COVID Derry: 30 admitted in 3 weeks Data Team & Brendan McDaid

Many people are having difficulty accessing frontline health services.

Editorial: Health crisis was forewarned Brendan McDaid

Don't ignore calls to get your COVID-19 booster jab

People urged not to ignore COVID-19 booster invitation Nigel Booth

Homes and gardensSee more

Computer generated imagery of the proposed High Street in The Cashel.

Significant groundworks commence at new 2,500+ home village ‘The Cashel’ Kevin Mullan

Mark H. Durkan

525% hike in pop-up B&B spend Kevin Mullan

Social housing waiting lists are at a record high in Derry, councillors have said.

Urgent action on ‘housing crisis’ needed with 'record high' Derry waiting list Kevin Mullan

A 3D image and view of a proposed apartment building that is due to be developed in Upper Galliagh after councillors backed a Reserved Matters Application for 169 dwellings – 22 detached, 110 semi-detached, 24 apartments and 13 townhouses

244 new homes planned in major Upper Galliagh housing development Kevin Mullan

SportSee more

The late Liam Hinphey, who passed away on Sunday, pictured in 2007 after Kevin Lynch's defeat to Dunloy in the Ulster Hurling Club Championship Final at Casement Park.

‘Hurling guru’ and Dungiven ‘legend’ Liam Hinphey laid to rest Kevin Mullan

PEACE GAMES CHAMPIONS 2023. . . .Chris Cooper, manager, Foyle Down Syndrome Trust, pictured handing over the 2023 Peace Games trophy to winners, Destined FC at the Waterside Shared Village pitches on Friday afternoon. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)

Foyle Down Syndrome Trust's 'Peace Games' draws more than 150! Michael Wilson

Gizmo Cash who won the Bar One Racing Crystal Vase SS0 325 yards at Lifford. From left, Michael Connors and son Paddy. At front, Lorraine Sams, John McGee and Bailey McGee being presented with the Crystal Vase from Paul Lawrence. Included on right is Jerry Connors. =

Brandywell Derby Final down for decision on Monday The Tracker

Former camogie player Teresa Coyle, together with Joe Coyle, presents Na Magha’s Under 16 camogie team with a new training kit in recognition of their recent Shield success.

Kit boost fro Na Magha U16 Feile winners Michael Wilson

Steelstown's Diarmuid Baker is chased by O'Donovan Rossa's Joe Keenan during Sunday's game at Pairc Brid. Photo: George Sweeney.

Second half Magherafelt goals shoot down Steelstown Michael Wilson

Derry Masters celebrate their All Ireland Shield victory over London in St Peregrine’s GAC in Dublin on Saturday.

Derry Masters lift All Ireland Shield by Steven Doherty

Celtic Park will host Celtic FC's 'Sleep Out, Derry' challenge on November 17th. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2330GS - 197

Celtic FC and Derry GAA join forces for charity challenge Michael Wilson

Derry City star Michael Duffy pictured with Sadou Diallo and Brandon Kavanagh

'It's going right to the wire and it's great to be involved' Simon Collins

Ballerin’s Eugene Mullan in action. The Sarsfields take on Drum this weekend.. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2241GS – 31. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2241GS – 31

Derry JFC weekend Previews Staff Reporter

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins is confident his team can finish the season strongly and push Shamrock Rovers all the way.

72 is the magic number for Derry City Simon Collins

What's OnSee more

Stacey helps single mum Claire and her family of five boys

Thursday: Sort Your Life Out with Stacey Solomon (BBC1, 9pm)

Ben Cohen, Jason Robinson, Mike Tindall, Martin Johnson, Phil Vickery, Jonny Wilkinson, Lawrence Dallaglio, and Matt Dawson

Wednesday: Grand Slammers (ITV1, 9pm) Claire Cartmill

Alison Hammond joins Noel Fielding, Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith

Tuesday: The Great British Bake Off (Channel 4, 8pm) Claire Cartmill

Emily Jackson

Monday: The Long Shadow (ITV1, 9pm) Claire Cartmill

Wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin stands with his camera in the Cairngorms National Park

Sunday: Hamza: Strictly Birds of Prey (BBC One, 7pm) Claire Cartmill

LifestyleSee more

BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS!. . . ..The triumphant Destined FC players celebrate winning Friday's FDST Peace Games tournament at the Shared Village Centre, Waterside.

150 people line out for Foyle Down Syndrome Trust’s second annual ‘Peace Games’ Staff Reporter

More than 160 people enjoyed Culmore Literary Festival held during Good Relations Week, supported by Apex Housing Association.

Culmore festival celebrates a shared love of words Staff Reporter

Roma Downey giving the first reading at her late brother, Fr. John Downey's Funeral Mass in Moneyneena on Thursday.

Fr. John: ‘Normal, electrician’ who after vocation ministered to Greysteel dying Kevin Mullan

Derry Trades Union Council has expressed support for workers taking industrial action in Derry this week.

Hundreds of health and education workers in Derry strike for better pay Kevin Mullan

The Harrogate Inn warm welcome awaits

Inn-provement puts great into Harrogate Chris Page

The late Donegal broadcaster Rónán Mac Aodha Bhuí who has sadly passed away.

President Higgins leads tributes to Donegal broadcaster Rónán Mac Aodha Bhuí Kevin Mullan

Staff, residents and families enjoying a dance

11 photographs of 1960s and 1970s party in the Oakleaves Care Centre Staff Reporter

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Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight Sian Lewis

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane Jacob Little

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Best portable BBQs: small barbecues, including bucket and camping BBQs Jacob Little

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Marie Curie celebrates 75th anniversary with yellow-inspired recipes for Summer 2023

Ad Feature Marie Curie marks 75 years with yellow-inspired recipes for the Summer Richard Jenkins

Derry CitySee more

Derry City manager Ruaidhi Higgins. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2307GS – 88

Derry won't be giving up on title says Ruaidhri Higgins Michael Wilson

Cameron McJanett's goal had given Derry the lead against Shamrock Rovers Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 86

Late penalty pins Derry City back as Rovers get Brandywell draw Michael Wilson

Shane McEleney leads the Derry City team into the dressing room at Brandywell.

McEleney could 'die a happy man' if Derry lifted title Simon Collins

Ruaidhri Higgins, his former assistant Alan Reynolds and first team coach Conor Loughery celebrate a big win at Tallaght Stadium earlier this season.

Belief growing in Derry City dressing room Simon Collins

RetroSee more

Úna pictured with Ann Cullen, Bronagh Cullen, Moya McDevitt and Joseph Cullen.

12 photographs of recent 80th birthday surprise celebration for Úna Ó Somacháin Staff Reporter

40. McCauley. Scots Gaelic: There were two septs of this name; on Lewis in the Hebrides they were a sept of Clan MacLeod while in Dumbartonshire the McAuleys were a branch of Clan MacGregor. A branch of the latter sept accompanied the McDonalds to the Glens of Antrim in the early 16th century. Irish: A County Fermanagh sept who trace their descent from Donn Carrach Maguire, the first Maguire King of Fermanagh who died in 1302. (Brian Mitchell). McCauley was the 40th ranked surname in 1989 with 48 mentions. Pictured is BBC broadcaster Stephen McCauley.

Derry top 40 surnames – does yours make the list? Kevin Mullan

The Mayor, Councillor Patricia Logue pictured with staff and contributors at the launch of the 'All About Us' comic book by Mencap NI at their Bishop Street offices recently. Included are, from left, seated, Chris, Odhran, Conor and Liam, standing, Maureen Clarke, Ryan, Ruth Brolly, Nigel McAllister, Service Manager, Danny McLaughlin, Revolve Comics, Hayley Devine, Christopher and Elaine Mullen.

Exciting new comic book created by Mencap trainees and Revolve Comics Staff Reporter