The Class of 2026 from St. Columb's College pictured at the Annual Valedictory Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Pennyburn on Thursday evening last. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Stephen Ward, School Chaplain. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAYplaceholder image
The Class of 2026 from St. Columb's College pictured at the Annual Valedictory Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Pennyburn on Thursday evening last. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Stephen Ward, School Chaplain. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY

IN PICTURES: Annual Valedictory Mass for Year 14 St Columb's College leavers

By Staff reporter
Published 14th May 2026, 17:33 GMT

The Class of 2026 gathered at Pennyburn chapel for an emotional and joyous annual Valedictory Mass

A section of the congregation at Thursday's St. Columb's College Valedictory Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Pennyburn.

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A section of the congregation at Thursday's St. Columb's College Valedictory Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Pennyburn.

Aaron O'Dooherty, Head Boy pictured making a special presentation to Mr. Tony McGonigle, Head of KS5 on Thursday night. Included in photo is Mrs. Caroline McLaughlin, Principal and Mr. John Johnston, Vice Principal. (Photos; Jim McCafferty Photography)

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Aaron O'Dooherty, Head Boy pictured making a special presentation to Mr. Tony McGonigle, Head of KS5 on Thursday night. Included in photo is Mrs. Caroline McLaughlin, Principal and Mr. John Johnston, Vice Principal. (Photos; Jim McCafferty Photography)

Mrs. King and Mrs. MacDermott receiving bouquets of flowers from Tom Hudson and Aaron O'Doherty, Head Boy at Thursday night's Valedictory celebrations at St. Columb's College. Included are Mrs. Caroline McLaughlin, Principal and Mr. John Johnston, Vice Principal.

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Mrs. King and Mrs. MacDermott receiving bouquets of flowers from Tom Hudson and Aaron O'Doherty, Head Boy at Thursday night's Valedictory celebrations at St. Columb's College. Included are Mrs. Caroline McLaughlin, Principal and Mr. John Johnston, Vice Principal.

Aaron O'Doherty, Head Boy pictured making a special presentation to Mrs Paula Kelly on Thursday night. Included in photo is Mrs. Caroline McLaughlin, Principal and Mr. John Johnston, Vice Principal. (Photos; Jim McCafferty Photography)

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Aaron O'Doherty, Head Boy pictured making a special presentation to Mrs Paula Kelly on Thursday night. Included in photo is Mrs. Caroline McLaughlin, Principal and Mr. John Johnston, Vice Principal. (Photos; Jim McCafferty Photography)

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