Cillian making his debut for Celtic tonight. Draperstown Celtic, not Glasgow Celtic.
November 16, 2024 at 12:17 AM
Cillian making his debut for Celtic tonight. Draperstown Celtic, not Glasgow Celtic.
Went for a walk today...thirty odd miles from home.
This is Lough Fea, between #Draperstown and #Cookstown. You used to be able to walk right round the lough, but a footbridge was taken away and hasn't been replaced - which means you must walk back the way you came. #NorthernIreland #Ireland
This is Lough Fea, between #Draperstown and #Cookstown. You used to be able to walk right round the lough, but a footbridge was taken away and hasn't been replaced - which means you must walk back the way you came. #NorthernIreland #Ireland
February 22, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Went for a walk today...thirty odd miles from home.
This is Lough Fea, between #Draperstown and #Cookstown. You used to be able to walk right round the lough, but a footbridge was taken away and hasn't been replaced - which means you must walk back the way you came. #NorthernIreland #Ireland
This is Lough Fea, between #Draperstown and #Cookstown. You used to be able to walk right round the lough, but a footbridge was taken away and hasn't been replaced - which means you must walk back the way you came. #NorthernIreland #Ireland
Great to see occupational therapy students making a real impact at St Colm’s High School and supporting pupils’ confidence, wellbeing and daily participation. A brilliant example of the power and value of OT in education settings! @ulsteruni.bsky.social #TeamOT
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Draperstown: Occupational therapists making a difference in school
A school in Draperstown is part of a groundbreaking project working with occupational therapists.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Great to see occupational therapy students making a real impact at St Colm’s High School and supporting pupils’ confidence, wellbeing and daily participation. A brilliant example of the power and value of OT in education settings! @ulsteruni.bsky.social #TeamOT
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Occupational Therapy students complete innovative school placement in Draperstown
Occupational Therapy students complete innovative school placement in Draperstown
The initiative was born out of the recognition that school pupils could benefit from occupational therapy support being provided within the school setting
Three final-year Occupational Therapy (OT) students have completed a successful placement at St. Colm’s High School, Draperstown as part o
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February 18, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Occupational Therapy students complete innovative school placement in Draperstown
I nDoire, tá 'the Six Towns', Draperstown agus Baile na Scríne ann - an áit chéanna, go bhfios dom
June 2, 2026 at 2:03 PM
I nDoire, tá 'the Six Towns', Draperstown agus Baile na Scríne ann - an áit chéanna, go bhfios dom
[Northern Ireland Wildfires] Public urged to be vigilant after 'significant' wildfires. 53 yesterday. hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/loca... via #ClimateCrisis #GlobalWarming #Wildfire #Gorsefire #MiniHeatwave #Drought #Draperstown #CoLondonderry #Newtownhamilton #CoArmagh #NorthernIreland
Public urged to be vigilant after 'significant' wildfires
Vigilance has been urged after firefighters tackled further significant...
hellorayo.co.uk
April 11, 2025 at 1:52 PM
[Northern Ireland Wildfires] Public urged to be vigilant after 'significant' wildfires. 53 yesterday. hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/loca... via #ClimateCrisis #GlobalWarming #Wildfire #Gorsefire #MiniHeatwave #Drought #Draperstown #CoLondonderry #Newtownhamilton #CoArmagh #NorthernIreland
New session: The Shepherd’s Rest, Draperstown, Derry, Northern Ireland #IrishSession
The Shepherd’s Rest
An Irish traditional music session in Draperstown, Derry, Northern Ireland.
thesession.org
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
New session: The Shepherd’s Rest, Draperstown, Derry, Northern Ireland #IrishSession
Hello @sportsorla.bsky.social, great to see you again. My second favourite person from Draperstown.
November 17, 2024 at 5:15 PM
Hello @sportsorla.bsky.social, great to see you again. My second favourite person from Draperstown.
Just going to point out that a close London involvement with Northern Ireland is historically problematic (though it might be interesting to see the creation of Investmentbankertown to match locations like Draperstown etc al).
December 26, 2024 at 1:36 PM
Just going to point out that a close London involvement with Northern Ireland is historically problematic (though it might be interesting to see the creation of Investmentbankertown to match locations like Draperstown etc al).
Colombia musicians bring new sounds to Draperstown pupils
Colombia musicians bring new sounds to Draperstown pupils
A group of talented Colombian musicians visited Draperstown this week (Monday, February 24) to deliver workshops with pupils from St Mary’s Primary School, focusing on creativity and community. The musicians, known as the Mr Klaje Collective, hail from…
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February 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Colombia musicians bring new sounds to Draperstown pupils
IN PICTURES: Crowds flock to ‘Taste Mid Ulster’ in Draperstown
IN PICTURES: Crowds flock to ‘Taste Mid Ulster’ in Draperstown
Organised by Mid Ulster District Council, the event brought together over 20 local food, drink, and craft producers for a celebration of the region’s finest offerings
Draperstown was buzzing with activity on Saturday, August 2, as large crowds turned out for the highly anticipated ‘Taste Mid
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August 5, 2025 at 12:06 PM
IN PICTURES: Crowds flock to ‘Taste Mid Ulster’ in Draperstown
Derry Death Notices - Saturday, January 18, 2025
Derry Death Notices - Saturday, January 18, 2025
The following deaths have occurred:- • Ernest (Ernie) Bowman, 24 Parker Avenue, Castledawson • Eamon Kerlin, 14 Oak Park, Draperstown • Thomas Lundy, 11a Castlerock Road, Coleraine • John Joseph McAlorum, Rosseden Drive, Limavady • Lewis McCafferty, 5…
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January 18, 2025 at 6:08 AM
Derry Death Notices - Saturday, January 18, 2025
Just saw your post in the other place which has prompted my arrival. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Us ex Draperstown folk need to band together!!
Off home to Moneyneany next month, will say hi to the mighty Sperrins from you as I’m there Orla!!
Us ex Draperstown folk need to band together!!
Off home to Moneyneany next month, will say hi to the mighty Sperrins from you as I’m there Orla!!
November 17, 2024 at 4:24 PM
Just saw your post in the other place which has prompted my arrival. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Us ex Draperstown folk need to band together!!
Off home to Moneyneany next month, will say hi to the mighty Sperrins from you as I’m there Orla!!
Us ex Draperstown folk need to band together!!
Off home to Moneyneany next month, will say hi to the mighty Sperrins from you as I’m there Orla!!
Man (22) and teenage boy (17) arrested following Draperstown drugs seizure
Man (22) and teenage boy (17) arrested following Draperstown drugs seizure
Suspected Class A and Class B drugs were seized along with fireworks and cash following a planned search today
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Branch have seized a number of items and made two arrests following a planned search of a property in Drapers
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January 28, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Man (22) and teenage boy (17) arrested following Draperstown drugs seizure
Bancran
Civil parish Ballynascreen
PLU/SRD Magherafelt
RD Draperstown
County Derry/Londonderry
#IrishGenealogy
Civil parish Ballynascreen
PLU/SRD Magherafelt
RD Draperstown
County Derry/Londonderry
#IrishGenealogy
Bancran Glebe in Ballynascreen: Records, maps and place-names
Genealogical records for Bancran Glebe in Ballynascreen in Derry Ireland
www.johngrenham.com
December 16, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Bancran
Civil parish Ballynascreen
PLU/SRD Magherafelt
RD Draperstown
County Derry/Londonderry
#IrishGenealogy
Civil parish Ballynascreen
PLU/SRD Magherafelt
RD Draperstown
County Derry/Londonderry
#IrishGenealogy
The Mr Klaje Collective from Cali in Colombia rap, sing, dance, play and drum - using the power of music to bring former gang members together, promoting peace and reconciliation through teaching creativity. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Colombian musicians teach creativity to Draperstown children
The Mr Klaje Collective from Cali in the South American country rap, sing, dance, play and drum.
www.bbc.com
February 24, 2025 at 10:24 PM
The Mr Klaje Collective from Cali in Colombia rap, sing, dance, play and drum - using the power of music to bring former gang members together, promoting peace and reconciliation through teaching creativity. www.bbc.com/news/article...
𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐃 | Join the Sperrin Bikers RC on 25 May 2025 for the Aidan Clarkin Memorial Charity Bike Run in Draperstown, raising funds for Air Ambulance NI. Honour Aidy’s legacy with a scenic ride, including Ballymena.
Sperrin Bikers to honour Aidan Clarkin with 2025 Memorial Charity Bike Run
Join the Sperrin Bikers RC on 25 May 2025 for the Aidan Clarkin Memorial Charity Bike Run in Draperstown, raising funds for Air Ambulance NI. Honour Aidy’s legacy with a scenic ride, through Northern ...
www.loveballymena.online
May 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐃 | Join the Sperrin Bikers RC on 25 May 2025 for the Aidan Clarkin Memorial Charity Bike Run in Draperstown, raising funds for Air Ambulance NI. Honour Aidy’s legacy with a scenic ride, including Ballymena.
A father-of-one died following an accidental overdose of a cocktail of drugs, an inquest has heard.
The body of Stephen Conway was found in his Draperstown home by a friend on September 5, 2024.
The body of Stephen Conway was found in his Draperstown home by a friend on September 5, 2024.
Man’s death caused by accidental overdose of cocktail of drugs, inquest finds
Coroner warns type of designer substances found in Stephen Conway’s system now ‘serious problem’
www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk
September 12, 2026 at 6:36 AM
A father-of-one died following an accidental overdose of a cocktail of drugs, an inquest has heard.
The body of Stephen Conway was found in his Draperstown home by a friend on September 5, 2024.
The body of Stephen Conway was found in his Draperstown home by a friend on September 5, 2024.
Almost 300 wild fires tackled in Northern Ireland in one week www.ireland-live.ie/news/norther... via #ClimateCrisis #GlobalWarming #Wildfire #Gorsefire #MiniHeatwave #Drought #MourneMountains #CoDown #Draperstown #CoLondonderry #Newtownhamilton #CoArmagh #NorthernIreland
Almost 300 wild fires tackled in Northern Ireland in one week
Almost 300 wild fires have been tackled in Northern Ireland in one week. These include a blaze in the Mourne Mountains in Co Down last weekend which sparked a major incident and saw people evacuated f...
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April 11, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Almost 300 wild fires tackled in Northern Ireland in one week www.ireland-live.ie/news/norther... via #ClimateCrisis #GlobalWarming #Wildfire #Gorsefire #MiniHeatwave #Drought #MourneMountains #CoDown #Draperstown #CoLondonderry #Newtownhamilton #CoArmagh #NorthernIreland
Workspace’s impact on the village of Draperstown and the wider parish of Ballinascreen, and beyond, has often gone under the radar despite the transformative developments and initiatives it has delivered over the last four decades. In the early 1980s the local unemployment rate had spiralled well…
Locals encouraged to share their Workspace memories at Ballinascreen Historical Society's April meeting
Workspace’s impact on the village of Draperstown and the wider parish of Ballinascreen, and beyond, has often gone under the radar despite the transformative developments and initiatives it has delivered over the last four decades. In the early 1980s the local unemployment rate had spiralled well be
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March 21, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Workspace’s impact on the village of Draperstown and the wider parish of Ballinascreen, and beyond, has often gone under the radar despite the transformative developments and initiatives it has delivered over the last four decades. In the early 1980s the local unemployment rate had spiralled well…
Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, February 4, 2025
The following deaths have occurred:- • Brigid (Christina) Carlin (née McLaughlin), 9 Bracken Park, Derry • Amanda Lennox (née McColgan), 3 Knocklynn Grove, Coleraine • Phyllis Lyle (née Moore), 74 Draperstown Road, Desertmartin • Eithne McCafferty (née…
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February 4, 2025 at 6:04 AM
Derry Death Notices - Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Social enterprise 'born out of necessity' still vital 40 years on
South Derry social enterprise 'born out of necessity' still vital for the community 40 years on
An award-winning social enterprise in Draperstown set up to tackle record levels of unemployment and deprivation during the height of the Troubles in the 1980s, has said significant social and economi...
www.newsletter.co.uk
December 10, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Social enterprise 'born out of necessity' still vital 40 years on