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# CREGGAN

This year
2023
# press council
New journalism bursary launched in honour of Lyra McKee
Lyra McKee died after being hit by a bullet during rioting in Derry in 2019.
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Jun 1st 2023, 10:28 AM
# Derry
Four suspected pipe bombs recovered from Creggan cemetery after republican Easter march
The PSNI has described the discovery as a “sinister and worrying development”.
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Apr 11th 2023, 5:53 PM
# CREGGAN
Derry's police chief appeals for calm after petrol bomb attack on officers at dissident march
A number of missiles were thrown by youths at a PSNI Land Rover monitoring the parade in the Creggan area on Easter Monday.
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Apr 11th 2023, 7:39 AM
# Northern Ireland
PSNI officers attacked with petrol bombs at dissident republican march in Derry
A number of missiles, including petrol bombs, were thrown at a PSNI Land Rover.
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Apr 10th 2023, 6:30 PM
Last year
2022
# Derry
Man who stored gun used to kill Lyra McKee is sentenced to seven years
The journalist was shot dead by dissident republicans as she observed rioting in Derry in 2019.
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Sep 14th 2022, 12:53 PM
# Caoimhin Cassidy
Second arrest made over 2019 death of Caoimhin Cassidy (18) in Derry
Caoimhin Cassidy died three years ago.
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Aug 3rd 2022, 2:04 PM
All time
# PSNI
Lyra McKee murder investigation: Man (55) arrested in Derry
Two men aged 24 and 29 were arrested yesterday.
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Sep 23rd 2021, 1:14 PM
# CREGGAN
Two men in a serious condition after 'savage' double shooting in Derry
The PSNI believe the shootings were carried out by dissident republicans.
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Feb 7th 2021, 3:01 PM
# PSNI
PSNI investigates possible Covid breaches at funeral of well-known republican in Derry
The PSNI said a “significant” number of people gathered for the cortege in Derry.
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Jan 26th 2021, 6:51 PM
# CREGGAN
'Vicious' paramilitary-style attack in Derry sees three masked men burst into house and shoot victim
The injured man was shot in the leg and is being treated in hospital.
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Mar 19th 2020, 8:50 AM
# RIP
Mother of Lyra McKee dies a month before anniversary of daughter's death
Joan Lawrie died ‘peacefully’ in hospital on Tuesday, her daughter-in-law Nichola Corner confirmed in a social media post.
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Mar 11th 2020, 11:21 AM
# Derry
Derry bomb was attempt to 'murder' police officers, says PSNI
Police discovered a bomb which they believe was placed underneath a car by the New IRA.
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Sep 10th 2019, 8:28 PM
# Derry
Sinn Féin challenges those behind arson attack on party activist's car to 'explain their actions'
The arson attack happened in the early hours of Saturday morning.
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Jul 1st 2019, 9:18 AM
# derry magistrates court
Two men appear in Derry court charged with rioting on night Lyra McKee was shot
Paul McIntyre aged 51, and Christopher Gillen aged 38, were refused bail today at Derry Magistrates’ Court.
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May 11th 2019, 4:17 PM
# Lyra McKee
'We know that we will all rejoice together on the day that justice is achieved for our Lyra'
Lyra (29) was murdered early on Good Friday morning in the Creggan in Derry during a night of fierce riots.
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Apr 30th 2019, 8:38 PM
# We Stand With Lyra
A quiet, reflective and defiant Belfast stands with the McKees as they celebrate their 'wee brainbox'
Lyra McKee is many things to many people now – but today was about her family and their loss.
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Apr 24th 2019, 7:37 PM
# Belfast
Woman arrested in relation to killing of Lyra Mckee released unconditionally
The 29 year-old was killed in Derry last week.
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Apr 23rd 2019, 8:20 PM
# Derry
Dissidents admit to killing Lyra McKee, offering 'full and sincere apologies'
Using a code word, the group issued a statement to The Irish News taking responsibility for her death.
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Apr 23rd 2019, 6:34 AM
# Derry
Friends of Lyra McKee put red handprints on dissident republican group's office
McKee was murdered early on Friday morning in the Creggan in Derry.
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Apr 22nd 2019, 5:48 PM
# Derry
CCTV footage shows Lyra McKee and suspected gunman in moments leading up to her killing
The 29 year-old was shot dead in Derry on Thursday night.
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Apr 20th 2019, 7:32 AM
# Derry
'They must be brought to justice': Leaders of NI parties issue joint statement condemning killing of Lyra McKee
In a rare unified statement, the six leaders said the attack was also an attack on the members of the Derry community.
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Apr 19th 2019, 2:23 PM
# RIP
'An incredible talent': Tributes paid to 'rising star' Lyra McKee, journalist shot dead during rioting in Derry
PSNI have launched a murder investigation following the 29 year-old’s killing.
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Apr 19th 2019, 8:25 AM
# CREGGAN
29-year-old journalist Lyra McKee shot dead during riots in Derry
Police said they were treating the shooting as a terrorist incident.
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Apr 19th 2019, 7:26 AM
# documentary
'He was having nightmares about masked men': Why would a mother bring her son to be shot?
The documentary, by Sinéad O’Shea, explores the difficulties experienced by people living in the Creggan area of Derry.
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Sep 16th 2018, 8:00 PM
# in flames
Parties unite to condemn 'thugs' who set a Sinn Féin councillor's car on fire in Derry
POlice say that three people were seen running from the scene.
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Apr 8th 2018, 6:26 PM
# Violent Clashes
Photos: Police vans pelted with petrol bombs ahead of republican parade in Derry
Police said attempts were made to facilitate the 1916 commemoration “within the law” but these calls were ignored.
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Apr 2nd 2018, 5:26 PM
# magowan park
Man (20s) in critical condition after 'brutal' paramilitary shooting in Derry
The man was shot twice in his right leg.
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Apr 19th 2016, 5:25 PM
# Eamon Bradley
Derry man charged with attending weapons training camp in Syria
Eamon Bradley, from the Cregan area, returned home after becoming disillusioned with the campaign in Syria, the court was told.
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Nov 8th 2014, 5:28 PM
# Scoring Hero
Bennett rescues Ballysaggart in eight-goal thriller in All-Ireland junior hurling decider
Stephen and Shane Bennett hit 5-7 between them in Croke Park in a dramatic game against Creggan Kickhams.
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Feb 8th 2014, 5:57 PM
# Croker Bound
Bennett brothers inspire Waterford's Ballysaggart to All-Ireland final date with Creggan
The final will take place in Croke Park on Saturday February 8th.
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Jan 26th 2014, 3:32 PM
# Northern Ireland
Masked men try to make delivery man bring package to police station
The driver was making a delivery in the Strand Road area when the incident occurred.
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Nov 24th 2013, 2:34 PM
# Roads
Man (53) killed in Donegal crash
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to the crash near Ballybofey in Donegal last night to come forward.
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Nov 20th 2013, 8:03 AM
# Northern Ireland
'Viable' homemade bomb found in Northern Ireland
Four men were arrested by police investigating dissident republican activity after the explosive device was discovered last night.
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Dec 7th 2012, 7:27 AM
# yippee ki-yay
McClean sweep: O'Neill delighted with winger's brilliant performances
Sunderland’s rise up the table has coincided with O’Neill’s discovery of the former Airtricity League man.
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Feb 6th 2012, 11:42 AM