Cllr Liz McGowan

25/06/2026

24/06/2026

🚨£8m Lidl Development Waterside‼️
I'm thrilled to secure confirmation that planning approval has been granted for the £8 million Lidl development on Crescent Link, a decision initially made by the council but previously blocked by the SDLP minister.

It's great to see Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmons upholding the council's original stance and respecting local representatives' views. This is fantastic news for the Waterside.👏👏
Derry SinnFéin

22/06/2026

21/06/2026

Today, 21 June, the longest day, is also Global MND Awareness Day
💙 🧡 💙 🧡

✔️ A day to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease around the world
✔️ A day to stand in solidarity with all those living with and its challenges

Check out MND Association’s graphic below highlighting some key facts.

MND Northern Ireland Foyle Hospice

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

*IRISH LANGUAGE STREET AND ROAD NAMES*

Anyone wishing to have their street or road named in Irish should apply .

Download the "Application for Bilingual Street Nameplate" from Derry City & Strabane Council’s website https://www.derrystrabane.com/services/building-control/street-naming-and-property-numbering or email [email protected]. Proof of address is necessary to do this.

After applying you should be aware that the residents of your street, road or estate will be issued with a letter asking if they are in favour. The original applicant is not named in this letter.

Although these envelopes will be sent out to all residents for approval they are addressed to the "occupier" and these are often discarded as 'junk mail'. This form of "consultation' is proving to be a stumbling block. Residents should be mindful of this and ensure that they reply using the stamped addressed envelope as provided.

If 15% of all residents are in favour, a new bilingual sign will be erected at no cost to residents.

Signs on rural roads will also include the townland name in Irish.

17/06/2026

‼️Thank you to everyone who has posted a pic so far, please keep them coming ‼️

This week is Learning Disability Week and Mencap has been sharing their theme of ‘Do you see me?’

Please take a moment to join in! Please share!

Attached is a photo of my son Caleb. We would love to flood our page with a pic of all children, young people or adults that we love to celebrate.

You can add the text ‘Do you see me’ or choose to add a pic without.

Will you help us by putting a pic in the comments below?

Caleb’s Cause wants our government to ‘see’ exactly who we fight for 🩵

15/06/2026

💙 Men's Health Week 2026 One Step at a Time 💚
Good health isn't built overnight. It's shaped by the small choices we make every day to look after ourselves, connect with others, and ask for support when we need it. 🌱

This Men's Health Week, we're encouraging men of all ages to take one positive step to improve their health and wellbeing.

🚶 Go for a walk
📞 Reach out to a friend
☕ Take time for a conversation
🩺 Arrange a health check
🤝 Join a local group or activity
🌿 Make space for something that helps you feel good
📅 15 June to 21 June 2026

🏡 If you're not sure where to begin, your local Family Resource Centre can help. FRCs offer welcoming spaces where people can connect, participate, learn new skills, access supports, and become more involved in their community. Find your FRC https://www.familyresource.ie/family-resource-centres-regions.php

✨ This Men's Health Week, use the week as your starting point. Take one small step today that you can build on over time.

💬 What positive step could you take this week?

14/06/2026

The Business Transformation Grants programme is designed to accelerate growth and job creation for micro and small businesses and social enterprises. Eligible grants range from £5,000–£25,000, with up to 70% funding support available.

📅 Opens: Tuesday 9th June 2026
⏳ Deadline: 12 noon, Thursday 16 July
📝 Pre application workshops available to help you get started:
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/lep-business-transformation-grant-workshop-4846839

Apply now: www.derrystrabane.com/LEP

Ulster University Londonderry Chamber of Commerce North West Regional College Visit Derry Enterprise North West City of Derry Airport Strabane Enterprise Agency Department for the Economy NI