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Ideas for the city are a work of art
Story added by yourcityyoursay, 26 February 2010
Local artist David Campbell from the Verbal Arts Centre added a unique flavour to a recent special event to discuss the tranformation of the city when he turned the ideas into a work of art. To view more pictures of the 10 foot long mural visit; http://www.facebook.com/#!/album.php?aid=5405&id=100000700556752 ...see full blog
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Derry 2020 - The shape of things to come?
Story added by yourcityyoursay, 25 February 2010
“Cobwebs on the door of the dole” Emmett Gallagher, St.Columb’s College “Our city as we know it will have blossomed into an economic goldmine with opportunities pouring from the sky. . . In my future, people have a stronger work ethic, take pride in their own work and earn their own living. ...see full blog
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Start of Construction on Peace Bridge
Story added by honkytonkman, 15 January 2010
It's great to see that work has started on the peace bridge! From the plans I have seen it looks amazing and should make a really positive impact on the city. The fact that it should be ready by Christmas is also great news. Hopefully this is ...see full blog
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Another Guinness World record for Derry
Story added by ourmyles, 12 December 2009
C:\Users\myles\Documents\0512DCC27.jpg Saturday December 5 2009: Derry aka Londonderry, Northern Ireland Today saw the city take the honours for yet another Guinness World Record. This year as part of National Tree Week and the BBC’s Breathing Places Tree O’Clock Campaign, more than 100 volunteers were attempting to break a Guinness World ...see full blog
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Turn more research into inventions and jobs
Story added by ourmyles, 04 October 2009
To combat the ever increasing upward trend of unemployed, should we now, instead of hoping against hope for yet another call centre or an imported IT opportunity (to be tried out here before seeing it moving on to a cheaper location) start looking in a different direction? To create jobs and ...see full blog
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ideas
Story added by ordinary guy, 25 September 2009
I listened to our council executive and ILEX rep. talking today about yet more surveys etc. Why won't they actually DO something. I have two immediate ideas. 1. The new foot-bridge My suggestion is to build a " Y " shape bridge splitting at the middle of the river with one arm ...see full blog
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networking
Story added by ourmyles, 25 July 2009
GETTING STARTED IN NETWORKING It takes time to develop a solid reputation, but only an instant to lose one, so take care when you first participate in networking whether it‘s ‘eye-balling’ or with online communities. Building and maintaining a good reputation is essential for any networking, but more-so for online ...see full blog
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The Young People
Story added by Granny Smith, 21 July 2009
As you are all aware, the increase in drinking and drugs in the young people of Derry is getting out of hand. Im talking about children as young as 11 here, not the usual 16 and 17 year olds. I can't help but think that if the young people of ...see full blog
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EXPERTISE
Story added by ourmyles, 21 July 2009
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EXPERTISE Many older people coming online, and trawling through the different pages to find their way about, can be confused by the vast range of subjects available on the internet. Some might even be looking for ways to develop an online business. They ...see full blog
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City of Song
Story added by Caz12, 10 June 2009
I was walking past Cool Discs the other day and noticed in the window among the many posters,the sign advertising bus and ticket packages to concerts. The thing that caught my eye was the amount of tickets for gigs in Belfast! Time after time ill read about a great band ...see full blog
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Shout about the Good News Stories
Story added by Janice Tracey, 11 May 2009
So we're getting a new footbridge to connect up the city. Great news. This coupled with the £8 million public realm works that will transform the existing centre will go a long way to upgrading the centre of Northern Irelands most historic city. But there are numerous other ...see full blog
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All that jazz
Story added by King Crayola, 02 May 2009
Had a belter night last night watching Ska Boom in the River Inn, the Balkan Aliens, a legendary beatboxer and a raggae genius in Mason's- was a terrifc night. First time at home in Derry for the City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival. Unbelievably amazing atmosphere up that ...see full blog
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i think.....
Story added by vic, 30 April 2009
i think the idea of a foot bridge is a good. and i think their should be swimmig pool for kids with slides like the ones in altnagelvin swimming pool! this may cost but it could provide people with jobs if this plan does go into action ...see full blog
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Ice Staking RInk
Story added by caolanjok, 30 April 2009
I think the new ice staking rink is an absoloutly fantastic idea. especially for the kids in derry. ...see full blog
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Jazz Festival hits the right note
Story added by Valerie Watts, 29 April 2009
Earlier this month I had the pleasure of attending the launch of the 8th City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival. My initial impression of the event is that it showcases local and international talent and brings a sense of pride and achievement. Festivals and events for the ...see full blog
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Eskaheen View...
Story added by Patrick, 29 April 2009
Hi, i have been working on a project with a number of primary schools in the town, (www.juniorwardens.net) one element of which has been a guided bus tour of their own town for the pupils; its amazing how many of them have never been to Eskaheen View at Top of ...see full blog
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In Berlin...,oh baby it was paradise
Story added by King Crayola, 21 April 2009
Meine damen und herren Brilliant news about the bridge lads, ladettes, ladies and ladyboys. Just back from Berlin where the skyline is a mass of cranes which are rapidly developing and transforming the bo-ho and more edgy parts of the east. Berlin has its own 99 balloon sized problems but a hitch ...see full blog
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Back to Basics
Story added by Eileen Walsh, 30 March 2009
As one well-known businessman put it at the well-publicised meeting of traders recently at the Tower Hotel, parking is certainly not 'sexy'. At a time when there are exciting and very adventurous plans for our city afoot, pressing issues like parking are rather dull and tend to be ignored. It ...see full blog
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Embracing the past
Story added by Eileen Walsh, 24 March 2009
I was heartened to read this week that after consultation with key stakeholders in the city the development of our political history is going to form a part of the new Tourism Strategy Document. This is itself is very important. When first presented with the initial draft of this document ...see full blog
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city centre
Story added by John Black, 18 March 2009
I was at a meeting on Monday about the death of our town centre!!!!! Great meeting BUT were was the Chamber of Commerce,?? do we not pay them?? One guy ,Peter, said there were only about 10 emptyshops.Does he actually walk around the centre?Did he close his shop because he was so ...see full blog
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Party Central
Story added by King Crayola, 16 March 2009
We might not have sunshine, we might not have the investment or the infrastrcuture as yet but we have ourselves and one thing the people of Derry know how to do is throw a party! Just look at the success of Halloween- that was born of the people and has ...see full blog
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What should be call our new Council area?
Story added by mary casey culmore, 13 March 2009
A new Council geographical area will be launched in the next few years. What should we call our new Council area to show that Council has responsibility for urban and rural issues? ...see full blog
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Derry Journal/shop fronts
Story added by Eamonn Gee, 11 March 2009
I read and saw the front page of all the closed shops. I also see the Chamber thinks we need to be positive and I think the paper said(therefore it must be true) all our politicians and councillors are in agreement that we must protect the City centre. Why is it then ...see full blog
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Footpath of Fame
Story added by seniorcitizen, 09 March 2009
How about a walk of fame for all the Actors, Actresses, Writers, Poets etc who were actually born in Derry. Handprints and names could be dotted all around the main footpaths in Derry, Down Shipquay Street for example and passing by the new Millenium and Playhouse Theatres. Just a wee suggestion. ...see full blog
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Uncovering the City Walls
Story added by joksta, 23 February 2009
The pictures provided in this blog are from various medieval walled cities throughout Europe such as Avila, Carcassonne, Lucca and York. Notice anything different from our own walled city? They haven’t covered them with ugly buildings! Am I the only one in the city that sees what ...see full blog
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European Union on Project Kelvin
Story added by Tommy Murphy, 18 February 2009
In June 2008 the European Union outlined its agreement to the terms and conditions of Project Kelvin in a decision available on the EU website. It is clear that European Union’s understanding was that the city of Londonderry is to be the location for the Telehouse (but not necessarily the ...see full blog
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RIP Project Kelvin
Story added by Eamonn Gee, 18 February 2009
I hope the RIP is not premature and the city has got what it was promised. Assuming it has (and if Martin says so it must be true) I think we have learn't the most important thing in years....... IF WE ALL AGREE AND GO AFTER ONE PROJECT AT A TIME ...see full blog
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Field of Dreams
Story added by John Black, 18 February 2009
I have read the blogs and like what I read but,as usual we are all over the place. What can we get behind that will bring jobs, bring visitors, fill our empty shops, widen our derry vision of the world. It can start festivals, create things for tourists to see, ...see full blog
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A Derry Funfair
Story added by John&Antoinette, 17 February 2009
Hello, I am writing to suggest a novel idea that would promote one of the most important growth sectors for Derry now and in the nearest future – the tourism sector. I think an amusement park should be built, something similar to Alton Towers in England, with dedicated restaurants and perhaps ...see full blog
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Project Kelvin
Story added by King Crayola, 17 February 2009
All I can say is it is sad when the progress that has been made can be bulldozed when a decision as unjustifiable as this is brought to light. The onus is on all of us to show now that the days of making a second city third class will ...see full blog
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Urban Design Excellence - Who's in charge of how the city looks?
Story added by Joe the Plumber, 16 February 2009
Bit of a long title I know....but who is in charge of how the city looks, but more importantly will look in the future? Is it the Dept. of the Environment and ther planning service. Is it Ilex and the Dept. of Social Developments North West Development Office? Both of ...see full blog
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A FUNFAIR FOR DERRY
Story added by John&Antoinette, 16 February 2009
Hello, I am writing to suggest that Derry should play to one of its greatest strengths when trying to attract investment and finance. Tourism is one of these areas which can generate growth and employment here and a lot is indeed being done already. I think that Derry should try though ...see full blog
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Nothing for the young.
Story added by Chris, 12 February 2009
I believe that this city needs a new generation of sports facilities. Leisure centres such as the City baths and Templemore sports complex are out of date and no longer serve the purpose in which they were build. Recently I visited Lisburn and seen for myself some of the wonderful ...see full blog
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FUTURE SEARCH UPDATE - Day 3
Story added by yourcityyoursay, 09 February 2009
The final day of the event began with delegates agreeing the common ground established the previous day. This focused on confirming the priorities required to accelerate change and regeneration in the city over the next 20 years. Building on these shared and agreed regeneration priorities, participants formed working groups to ...see full blog
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The Columba Line - Light Rail for Derry
Story added by Tommy Murphy, 06 February 2009
It's almost a forgotten part of our history, but at one time Derry was one of the most forward thinking cities in Ireland. One symbol of that was the building of the city's first tram system which operated from 1897 to 1919. It cost £20,000 to set up and build, ...see full blog
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FUTURE SEARCH UPDATE - Day 2
Story added by yourcityyoursay, 06 February 2009
At the outset of day two delegates continued to focus on the past, moved onto the present and considered the external and internal realities facing all of us. Splitting into sectoral groups of education / training and skills, business / trade unions, health and well-being, tourism/arts and culture, young people, ...see full blog
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You are now entering ...?
Story added by PaddyLynch, 06 February 2009
Its amazing to think that at one stage the people of Derry City were an inspiration to people across the world to mobilise, speak up and change the way their city was run. Today young people saunter through the week at work in a call centre waiting to get off ...see full blog
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Arts and Languages
Story added by wponorthwestacademy, 05 February 2009
I really feel that the University should be lobbied hard to move some of the Humanities facilities from Coleraine to Derry - can you imagine how many people migh consider Derry as a University choice if we had a proper languages department down here? ...see full blog
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FUTURE SEARCH UPDATE - Day 1
Story added by yourcityyoursay, 05 February 2009
The first step towards a single shared and agreed vision for the regeneration of the city was taken today at the beginning of the Future Search event. - Lasting three days, the event was opened by Mayor, Cllr Gerard Diver who thanked everyone for coming along to play their part in ...see full blog
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splash of colour
Story added by King Crayola, 04 February 2009
Because of the weather this city needs a splash of colour in the form of public art work to brighten people up. The stuff that has been done is of a good quality but it is mostly grey or wooden in structure- Derry needs a few big bold statements- just ...see full blog
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foyle street
Story added by morgan, 04 February 2009
as an exile but keeping in close contact with derry i would like to make a comment. i park in foyleside and dander over towards the guildhall.once i pass the library its like walking into shantytown.derelict shops sites left uncared for,litter everywhere.can anybody force the owners of these buildings to look after ...see full blog
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Derry City FC
Story added by DCFC2009, 03 February 2009
The Football Team is the City's most important ambassador and PR/Marketing tool. Look at the European matches,cup finals and prestige the Club brings to the city. It also creates employment/entertainment and an alternative way of life for many young people.We need investment in the stadium and the area.. please support ...see full blog
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Time for action
Story added by Eddie, 03 February 2009
I am a well educated Derry man who decided to stay in the city when many of my peers moved to Belfast and further a field. I like many Derry people, am tired of plans and meetings and hopes for the future. I understand that this particular program has a ...see full blog
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Brandywell Stadium!!!!
Story added by dcfc-brandywell, 03 February 2009
In many people's opinions the Brandywell staium is the most vital part of the City, but yet the standard of the stadium is well below average and when it comes to european matches does not meet the standards! I am just writing to push the fact that Derry City FC ...see full blog
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Young people are our future
Story added by mumoftwo, 03 February 2009
Our city needs to invest in 'our children and young people' ie health, education and activities to suit their needs for the future. To date what has Derry City council done for our children or young people ??? Its local communities/organisations who depend on funding who are trying their ...see full blog
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Mayor's Blog
Story added by Mayor, Cllr Gerard Diver, 02 February 2009
I really believe that we need to keep the faith in our future. Our city region has such unexploited potential, as a tourist destination, a place to do business or simply as a good place to live, work and bring up a family. I am as convinced of this now ...see full blog
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Sir Roy McNulty's Blog
Story added by Sir Roy McNulty, 01 February 2009
When I was invited to lead Ilex I made a commitment to ministers to make an assessment of what is required for the sustainable regeneration of the city and region.My assessment was that the City’s economy has continued to under perform in many respects relative to other cities in Ireland ...see full blog
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Valerie Watts' Blog
Story added by Valerie Watts, 31 January 2009
I believe there are as many opportunities as there are challenges for the city and with collective thinking and strength of direction we can make progress towards a better city for all. There are many partnerships with local communities, local agencies and central government that are helping to bring ...see full blog
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Declan O'Hare's Blog
Story added by Declan O'Hare, 30 January 2009
Derry has faced significant challenges in the past and will do so again in the future. But the enormity of those challenges fades in comparison to the potential of its citizens to address and overcome them. Our city has witnessed an unprecedented scale of regeneration over the past 25 years, ...see full blog
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Aoife White's Blog
Story added by Aoife White, 25 January 2009
As a young person in Derry, I’m now very excited about what Future Search holds in store for the Northwest. It’s well known that we come from a place which has been haunted by segregation in the past and some of that has leaked into our present. What I’d like to ...see full blog
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Kane Ceasar's Blog
Story added by Kane Ceasar, 24 January 2009
Future Search is dedicated to improving our society by incorporating all the different groups that call Derry their home. This means that the various ethnic minorities, including the people from Eastern Europe who have moved here for improved job opportunities and to improve their standard of living. For ...see full blog
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Janice Tracey's Blog
Story added by Janice Tracey, 23 January 2009
I believe this city has a great future and is on the cusp of real positive change. I’ve lived in Derry most of my life, moving momentarily to Belfast, but getting right back home as soon as practically possible. (Even at the ripe old age of 11, I knew ...see full blog
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Your Say blog archive
- Ideas for the city are a work of art
- Derry 2020 - The shape of things to come?
- Start of Construction on Peace Bridge
- Another Guinness World record for Derry
- Turn more research into inventions and jobs
- ideas
- networking
- The Young People
- EXPERTISE
- City of Song
- Shout about the Good News Stories
- All that jazz
- i think.....
- Ice Staking RInk
- Jazz Festival hits the right note
- Eskaheen View...
- In Berlin...,oh baby it was paradise
- Back to Basics
- Embracing the past
- city centre
- Party Central
- What should be call our new Council area?
- Derry Journal/shop fronts
- Footpath of Fame
- Uncovering the City Walls
- European Union on Project Kelvin
- RIP Project Kelvin
- Field of Dreams
- A Derry Funfair
- Project Kelvin
- Urban Design Excellence - Who's in charge of how the city looks?
- A FUNFAIR FOR DERRY
- Nothing for the young.
- FUTURE SEARCH UPDATE - Day 3
- The Columba Line - Light Rail for Derry
- FUTURE SEARCH UPDATE - Day 2
- You are now entering ...?
- Arts and Languages
- FUTURE SEARCH UPDATE - Day 1
- splash of colour
- foyle street
- Derry City FC
- Time for action
- Brandywell Stadium!!!!
- Young people are our future
- Mayor's Blog
- Sir Roy McNulty's Blog
- Valerie Watts' Blog
- Declan O'Hare's Blog
- Aoife White's Blog
- Kane Ceasar's Blog
- Janice Tracey's Blog
