The Venue/ Rafters bouncers shave their heads back in January 1996.

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123 great pictures from Derry & Donegal back in January 1996

By Brendan McDaid

Published 15th Jan 2026, 17:18 BST

Pictured are people and places as featured in the Derry Journal 30 years ago back in January 1996.

Photos: Derry Journal Archive.

St Joseph's public speaking winner.

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St Joseph's public speaking winner. Photo: DJ

Inishowen Gateway Hotel holiday voucher recipient.

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Inishowen Gateway Hotel holiday voucher recipient. Photo: DJ

Limavady Careers Convention.

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Limavady Careers Convention. Photo: DJ

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