• 61 great photos from Derry & North West back in 1974

    Photos: Derry Journal Archive. Please note that while sharing Derry Journal social media posts on social media is totally fine of course, the unauthorised downloading, editing and uploading of these photos and any other Derry Journal copyrighted photos from our books, newspaper archives and website content on other social media pages and websites is strictly prohibited. Breaches of this are currently being monitored on several unassociated pages.

  • 55 great photos from the Derry Journal archive of May 1974

    We’re rewinding back to 50 years ago in Derry and the wider north west here to May 1974, when the Ulster Workers’ Strike saw the British army take over fuel depots and petrol stations during the Ulster Workers’ Strike. Essex factory workers and nurses were also on strike locally, while Bishop of Derry Edward Daly was being honoured just three months into his post.

  • Great honour to host recent divisional awards ceremony

    It was, therefore, a great honour for me to host our recent divisional awards ceremony, which formally acknowledges the exceptional performances of individuals and teams who work with such dedication and professionalism on a daily basis to keep Edinburgh’s communities safe. In no way exhaustive, the rewards recognise the efforts of our uniformed response and community officers in dealing with an array of notable incidents, which included the multi-agency response instigated following the gas...

  • 10 Great Movies That Feel Like Westerns, Ranked

    From The Road Warrior to Logan, these great movies take inspiration from the Western genre.

  • In Baguette We Trust: Award for the best baguette in Paris announced

    French baker Xavier Netry, from the Utopie bakery, has won the annual Best Baguette competition in Paris. He shares his secrets to his stellar French tasty treasure.

  • Photos: The 2024 Tony Award Nominees for Best Musical

    The 77th Annual Tony Awards will be held June 16 at Lincoln Center.

  • 42% of Housing Executive non-standard placements in Derry/Strabane

    There were 167 temporary emergency temporary placements in the local district, out of a total of 395 across the North as a whole in the year to December 31, 2023. The only place with a higher total was Belfast (190). Communities Minister Gordon Lyons was asked about the level of non-standard accommodation placements by Foyle MLA Mark H. Durkan. The total number of temporary placements by district were as follows: Belfast (190), Derry and Strabane (167), Lisburn & Castlereagh (8), Newry, Mourne &...

  • Unsung heroes across the county to be honoured with Rose of Northamptonshire Awards

    The awards recognise Northamptonshire’s community heroes, those who go above and beyond for their neighbours. Local residents can submit their nomination by completing a short form on the Northamptonshire Community Foundation website: www.ncf.uk.com/our-work/rose-of-northamptonshire-awards This awards initiative is supported by Northamptonshire Lord-Lieutenant James Saunders Watson, who said: “I am really delighted to be launching the Rose of Northamptonshire Awards 2024. These awards were...

  • Unity Employment Services team shortlisted for Housing Heroes Award

    Established in 2011, Unity Employment Services (UES) is a pivotal part of BME housing association Unity Homes and Enterprise. Their mission is to support unemployed people to find jobs, set up a business, become self-employed, access training and education opportunities or work as a community volunteer. Their achievements in the last financial year have led to them being shortlisted for Team of the Year in the Housing Heroes Awards 2024. Over that period, UES helped 198 people to find jobs,...

  • Unity Employment Services team shortlisted for Housing Heroes Award

    Established in 2011, Unity Employment Services (UES) is a pivotal part of BME housing association Unity Homes and Enterprise. Their mission is to support unemployed people to find jobs, set up a business, become self-employed, access training and education opportunities or work as a community volunteer Team of the Year in the Housing Heroes Awards 2024.. Their achievements in the last financial year have led to them being shortlisted for Over that period, UES helped 198 people to find jobs,...

  • This Is Great News for Medical Properties Trust and Its 16%-Yielding Dividend

    Medical Properties Trust (NYSE: MPW) has been a polarizing stock to own and

  • Wilderness Wellness: The Mental Health Perks of Camping Near Derry

    As a psychologist and founder at Private Therapy Clinic, I often recommend the great outdoors as a powerful tool for improving mental health. The benefits of spending time in nature are numerous, and Derry is close to many picturesque camping spots that are perfect for rejuvenating the mind, body, and soul. One of the key mental health benefits of camping is its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. The serene beauty of nature, the peaceful sounds of the forest, and the fresh air can all work...