Derry City and Strabane District Council4 days ago'High rates and lack of customers' bring shutters down on shopsBusiness owners in Strabane say the growth of online shopping and rising operating costs, has left many struggling. 4 days ago18 Dec 2025Real or fake? Belfast enters Christmas tree debate with switch upFrom 2026, Belfast City Hall's tree will be artificial as there has been difficulties finding an "appropriate" one for the location.18 Dec 202510 Dec 2025Lidl to create 100 new jobs in £31m investment in north westThe supermarket chain unveiled plans for three new stores which will create more than 100 retail jobs.10 Dec 202527 Nov 2025Walled city's heritage brought to life in new 3D mapUsing state-of-the-art scanning technology, Derry's historic walls have been recreated in a 3D map.27 Nov 202519 Nov 2025New cemetery on target for burials as old site nears full capacityThe 30-acre Mullenan City Cemetery will provide an additional 3,500 burial sites for the area.19 Nov 202518 Nov 2025Derry flights and Newry theatre get a share of €50m Dublin fundingThe Irish government announces funding for a flight between Londonderry and Dublin and money for a Newry theatre.18 Nov 202515 Nov 2025Where can I see Christmas lights switch-ons in Northern Ireland?It's six weeks to go until Christmas - where can you see the lights be switched on across Northern Ireland?15 Nov 20257 Nov 2025Why is a council paying businesses to let the public use their toilets?The scheme is the only one of its kind in Northern Ireland, with businesses receiving £300 to £800 per year. 7 Nov 20256 Nov 2025Meenan Square regeneration plan gets green lightThe site has been used for a controversial bonfire in Londonderry's Bogside in recent years.6 Nov 2025...