Derry Strabane Cncl

Our recycling centres are busier than normal and we ask that you be patient and respectful as our staff try to direct you through as soon as possible. Vans must book a slot before visiting Council has a zero tolerance approach to abusive behaviour. derrystrabane.com/recycling

Bright colours. Sweet flavours. But the harm is real. This World No Tobacco Day, let’s expose how these products target young people. Find out more: #tab=tab_1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">who.int/health-topics/…

📢 May Bank Holiday Update – 25th May 2026 ♻️Bin collections and Recycling Centres will operate as normal on Bank Holiday Monday. Please leave bins out as usual and recycle responsibly. 🏢 Council and Registry offices will be closed Monday 25th May. 🔗 tinyurl.com/26ycx9yw

🚨 We’re Hiring – Join Our Team! Looking for a role where you can make a real difference in your community? 👉 Find out more and apply today: derrystrabane.com/jobs #WereHiring #LocalJobs #DerryAndStrabane #JoinOurTeam #Careers

🚶‍♂️ Step out this May for National Walking Month! Free, friendly walks are happening every week across Derry & Strabane 🛤️ ✔️ Open to all ages & abilities ✔️ No cost, no equipment needed ✔️ Great for physical & mental wellbeing 💚 🔗 Find a walk near you: walkingforall.com

🙏 Plans are now in place for this year’s annual Blessing of the Graves service at City Cemetery, taking place on Sunday 7th June at 3pm. Read more: tinyurl.com/ys76vtyw For full details, parking information and livestream access visit: derrystrabane.com/cemeterysunday

🌊⚓ The Foyle Maritime Festival 2026 programme is now live! Get ready for tall ships, live music, markets, food, family fun & unforgettable nights across the waterfront and city centre. ✨⛵ This year’s theme: “Forged by the Foyle – it’s in our DNA.” pulse.ly/vna8wuwra5

The Foyle Maritime Festival is expected to attract more than 100,000 visitors to the north west when it returns next month, organisers have said. bbc.in/43mY62q

🏦🏠🏫Latest Planning Applications The most recent planning applications for the Council area are now available for the public to view. Visit: derrystrabane.com/services/plann…

🤝The PEACEPLUS Change Maker Funding Programme is now open €40M for community projects Apply by 30 June 2026 👉 ow.ly/YE6x50YWrlI #ChangeMaker #FundingOpportunity

📢 May Bank Holiday Update – 25th May 2026 ♻️Bin collections and Recycling Centres will operate as normal on Bank Holiday Monday. Please leave bins out as usual and recycle responsibly. 🏢 Council and Registry offices will be closed Monday 25th May. 🔗 tinyurl.com/26ycx9yw

We’re Hiring – Join Our Team! Looking for a role where you can make a real difference in your community? We’re currently recruiting for: 💼Facilities Cleaner 💼Facilities Attendant 💼 Horticulturist ℹ️ Find out more and apply today: derrystrabane.com/jobs

Urney Graveyard car park will be closed next week for maintenance and health & safety works. Public access remains via the gate beside the old cemetery - please follow onsite signage. 🗓 Works run from Tuesday 26 May to Friday 29 May. Thank you for your patience.

🚨 FOUND DOG– PLEASE SHARE! 🐶🦮 Staffy cross found in Springhill Park Strabane on 20th May 📍 If this is your dog, please contact our Dog Control Service directly: 📱 OOH: 07734 128096 Proof of ownership is required. ℹ️bit.ly/3vuSmGp

Jack Russell terrier dog found in the Glen area 🐶🦮🐾🦴 Owner can claim by contacting the Dog control service on 028 71 253 253 or on OOH - 📞07734 128096. Proof of ownership is required. For more information on the Dog Shelter visit: bit.ly/3vuSmGp

The award for the furthest distance travelled to take part in @mayordcsdc' Open Water Swim challenge in Creggan went to Idun Løwø and husband Knut Hunstad from Norway who learned about the event when it was launched during their first visit to the city before Christmas! 🏊‍♀️👏

Council’s Assurance, Audit and Risk Committee met yesterday in the Guildhall You can watch the meeting back on Council's Youtube Channel: youtube.com/watch?v=ec99Hn… ℹ️Find the reports for today’s meeting here - tinyurl.com/4tju9bj9

We’re Hiring – Join Our Team! Looking for a role where you can make a real difference in your community? We’re currently recruiting for: 💼Facilities Cleaner 💼Facilities Attendant 💼Horticulturist ℹ️ Find out more and apply today: derrystrabane.com/jobs

📢 Two FREE Food Safety Events in the DCSDC area on TOMORROW 10am–2pm – For small food businesses 6:30pm–9pm – For community groups, clubs & societies 📍 City Hotel Derry – Alexander Suite Register: safefood.net/professional/f… safefood.net/professional/f…

🚗There are still some car parking spaces available for blue badge holders for the Annual Blessing of the Graves at the City Cemetery on Sunday 7 June at 3pm however spaces must be booked in advance. 🔗Further info & booking form ➡️ tinyurl.com/d6d2hjmc