20 pictures October 1997: Alex Ferguson and Mary McAleese were in town and big events for St. Mary’s and Na Magha

By Kevin Mullan

Published 20th Oct 2022, 12:42 BST

Updated 20th Oct 2022, 12:43 BST

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.

The Derry Journal was there to capture these events for posterity.

Here is a selection of photographs from October 1997.

5. Geraldine Keegan presenting the Headmistress' Special Award for Commitment to Noelle Robinson. Included Claire McNabb and Fr. Brian Brady.

Geraldine Keegan presenting the Headmistress' Special Award for Commitment to Noelle Robinson. Included Claire McNabb and Fr. Brian Brady. Photo: Archive