20 pictures October 1997: Alex Ferguson and Mary McAleese were in town and big events for St. Mary’s and Na Magha
Alex Ferguson and Mary McAleese were in town, St. Mary’s College celebrated its pupils’ achievements in its annual prize-giving and hurlers from throughout Ulster descended on Celtic Park for a successful 7s competition.
By Kevin Mullan
Published 20th Oct 2022, 12:42 BST
Updated 20th Oct 2022, 12:43 BST
The Derry Journal was there to capture these events for posterity.
Here is a selection of photographs from October 1997.
1. Awestruck young fans meet Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson during a visit to Foyleside Shopping Centre.
Awestruck young fans meet Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson during a visit to Foyleside Shopping Centre. Photo: Archive
2. Recipients of Parents/Teacher Open College Certificates at the St. Mary's College Prizegiving.
Recipients of Parents/Teacher Open College Certificates at the St. Mary's College Prizegiving. Photo: Archive
3. Denis Carlin, of Piemonte Pizzeria, who won the title of the fastest pizza maker in the UK.
Denis Carlin, of Piemonte Pizzeria, who won the title of the fastest pizza maker in the UK. Photo: Archive
4. Dr. Vera Furness, guest speaker, presenting the AIB Trophy for best GCSE results to Gillian Doherty. Included, Miss Geraldine Keegan, principal, and Fr. Brian Brady, BoGs.
Dr. Vera Furness, guest speaker, presenting the AIB Trophy for best GCSE results to Gillian Doherty. Included, Miss Geraldine Keegan, principal, and Fr. Brian Brady, BoGs. Photo: archive
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