However, while the peace accord was being negotiated in Castle Buildings in Belfast, ordinary life continued in Derry with fashion shows, sponsored walks, school trips and a lot more besides.
Here is a selection of photographs that appeared in the Derry Journal at the time.

13. Dancers from the Mary Hill School of Ballet.
Dancers from the Mary Hill School of Ballet. Photo: Archive

14. A sponsored walk in aid of relief for Romania setting off from the Guildhall.
A sponsored walk in aid of relief for Romania setting off from the Guildhall. Photo: Archive

15. Long Tower disco dancers with a haul of medals.
Long Tower disco dancers with a haul of medals. Photo: Archive

16. A ewe from Bredagh Glen which gave birth to quadruplet lambs in April 1998.
A ewe from Bredagh Glen which gave birth to quadruplet lambs in April 1998. Photo: Archive
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