Where is the Derry Journal based?
Derry, Ireland
The Derry Journal is a newspaper based in Derry, Ireland, serving Derry as well as County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland….Derry Journal.
Type | Twice weekly newspaper |
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Political alignment | Irish nationalism |
Headquarters | Derry, Ireland |
Circulation | Tuesday: 3,288 Friday: 3,936 |
Website | www.derryjournal.com |
Is Derry City Catholic or Protestant?
Although Derry was originally an almost exclusively Protestant city, it has become increasingly Catholic over recent centuries. At the last (1991) census, the population of the Derry Local Government District was approximately 69% Catholic.
How old is the Derry Journal?
The Derry Journal is an Irish newspaper steeped in history. First published in 1772 the Derry Journal is the second oldest Irish newspaper still in existence today.
Is the Derry Journal office open?
Our office is currently closed as a precautionary measure. In line with organisations and businesses across the north west taking precautions due to the COVID-19 outbreak, our offices on Duncreggan Road are temporarily closed to protect staff and customers, but we are continuing to operate.
Should I say Derry or Londonderry?
Generally, although not always, nationalists favour using the name Derry, and unionists Londonderry. Legally, the city and county are called “Londonderry”, while the local government district containing the city is called “Derry City and Strabane”.
How do I contact the Derry Journal?
Contact Us
- News Desk.
- Phone: 028 7127 2259.
- E-mail: [email protected].
How do you put a memorial in the Derry Journal?
The i newsletter cut through the noise
- * To place a memorial, e-mail: [email protected].
- * To place an advert, e-mail: [email protected].
- * To contact a journalist, e-mail: [email protected].
- Brendan McDaid,
- News Content Editor.
- A message from the Editor:
Who are Derry rivals?
In recent years, Dublin’s Shelbourne FC were seen as top-of-the-table rivals with games between the two often being crucial to the ultimate winning of the league.
Why did Derry change to Londonderry?
The name was changed from Derry in 1613 during the Plantation of Ulster to reflect the establishment of the city by the London guilds. Derry has been used in the names of the local government district and council since 1984, when the council changed its name from Londonderry City Council to Derry City Council.
How do I find a newspaper article from years ago?
If you don’t see an online version in the library catalog or it is the wrong time period, try finding freely available digitized versions through:
- Williams WorldCat.
- International Coalition on Newspapers list of newspaper digitization projects.
- Google News Archive Search.