Laura Glenn

Ireland

Multimedia Journalist at Derry Journal

(Harkin) Mammy to an amazing girl. Journalist with the Derry Journal. [email protected]. All views are my own.

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Driver charged after 4x4 strikes two parked cars in Muff and man is injured

2 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

A man has been charged after a collision in Muff on Friday evening. A spokesperson for An Garda Siochana confirmed to the Journal that, at ‘approximately 8.30pm. on Friday, June 6, 2025, Gardaí responded to a collision on Main Street, Muff, where a 4x4 vehicle struck two parked cars.’“The driver, an adult male, was arrested under the Road Traffic Acts and has since been charged to appear before the district court later this month.
New Buncrana-bound Garda and mum-of-six Lisa-Marie Fitzgerald hailed ‘an inspiration’

2 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

A new, Buncrana-bound, Garda has been hailed as one of the ‘many strong women in An Garda Síochána that are proving the importance of their leadership and place in policing.’Garda Lisa-Marie Fitzgerald is a mother-of-six who was newly attested at the Garda College last week.
Seven calves killed in collision in Burnfoot

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

Seven calves have been killed in a collision with a van in Elaghbeg, between Bridgend and Burnfoot. Gardaí in Co Donegal confirmed they received a report of a road traffic incident at Elaghbeg, Burnfoot, at around 11.15pm on Wednesday, June 5. A Garda spokesperson said: “A van was involved in a collision with calves which were on the road. The driver was uninjured. Seven calves were killed.”Gardai confirmed that enquiries are ongoing and there is no further information at this time.
Foyle Film Festival’s Reel Lives returns with bold and diverse film season this June

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

Foyle Film Festival has unveiled the 2025 edition of Reel Lives, a month-long film season celebrating unique cinematic voices, fresh perspectives and unforgettable stories. From internationally acclaimed new releases to hidden gems and newly restored classics, Reel Lives 2025 is a curated journey through some of the year’s most thought-provoking films.
New laws to prohibit the overtaking of school buses planned after death of Co.Derry girl

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced her intention to bring forward legislation which will prohibit overtaking school buses which have stopped to drop off or pick up their passengers. Minister Kimmins said: “Road safety is a priority for me, and recent tragic events have highlighted the need for all of us to be cognisant of the safety of children when they are getting on or off school buses.
'Well-loved and respected' Donegal woman killed in collision is named locally

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

The Donegal woman sadly killed in a road traffic accident in Milford at the weekend has been named locally as Susan Hamilton, who lived in Manorcunningham. Ms Hamilton, who was in her 70s and née Craig, originally from Inch Island, passed away following a fatal road traffic collision on the R245 at Bunlin Bridge, Milford, Co. Donegal, on Friday, May 30. The incident, involving a car and a van, occurred at approximately 7.30pm.
Major refurbishment works at Buncrana Community Hospital to begin this month

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

Planned major refurbishment works are to get underway at Buncrana Community Hospital from this month, the HSE has confirmed. At the recent Regional Health Forum meeting, Councillor Gary Doherty asked the HSE to provide a report on the temporary closure of the Buncrana Nursing Unit, including details of how residents, both long-term and short-term respite patients, will be accommodated during the construction phase.
103 brilliant pictures of Derry people in bars across the city in May 2005

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

See if you can spot yourself and get tagging!1. (C) by Vivitar UserExif-JPEG-422 : Out Last Night pictures in Derry bars in May 2005. Photo: Derry Journal2. (C) by Vivitar UserExif-JPEG-422 : Out Last Night pictures in Derry bars in May 2005. Photo: Derry Journal3. (C) by Vivitar UserExif-JPEG-422 : Out Last Night pictures in Derry bars in May 2005. Photo: Derry Journal4. (C) by Vivitar UserExif-JPEG-422 : Out Last Night pictures in Derry bars in May 2005. Photo: Derry Journal
Matt Sibanda was 'undeniably wise' and a 'good and kind boy,' funeral hears

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Laura Glenn

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Appeal for witnesses after fire in derelict school building in Drumahoe

3 weeks ago | derryjournal.com | Laura Glenn

Police in Derry are appealing for witnesses after a report of a fire at a derelict school building in the early hours of this morning, Saturday, May 31. Enquiries are ongoing and at this stage, the fire is being treated as deliberate. Road users are also advised that the roads are now fully reopened in the area. Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 236 of 31/05/25.