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.

RB Campbell, solicitors.

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RB Campbell, solicitors. Photo: DJ

Peace and Reconciliation Group premises opening.

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Peace and Reconciliation Group premises opening. Photo: DJ

The Mayor hosts visitors from New Zealand.

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The Mayor hosts visitors from New Zealand. Photo: DJ

Templemore School Environmental Group.

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Templemore School Environmental Group. Photo: DJ

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