Pictured cutting the cake at St Canice’s Close 30th anniversary celebration, L-R: Elaine Taylor, Apex Executive Director of Corporate Services; Kevin Doherty; Alderman Niree McMorris, Deputy Mayor of Derry City and Strabane; Pauline McShane; and Jenny McLean, Scheme Manager of St Canice’s Close. 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
Pictured cutting the cake at St Canice’s Close 30th anniversary celebration, L-R: Elaine Taylor, Apex Executive Director of Corporate Services; Kevin Doherty; Alderman Niree McMorris, Deputy Mayor of Derry City and Strabane; Pauline McShane; and Jenny McLean, Scheme Manager of St Canice’s Close. 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: ‘Nothing but praise’ for St Canice’s Close as it marks 30th anniversary

By Reporter
Published 15th Jul 2025, 14:33 GMT

St Canice’s Close has celebrated 30 years since it opened its doors in the village of Eglinton

St Canice’s Close has celebrated 30 years since it opened its doors in the village of Eglinton. Tenants, family and Apex staff enjoyed a celebration event, which was attended by Deputy Mayor of Derry City & Strabane, Alderman Niree McMorris.

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St Canice’s Close has celebrated 30 years since it opened its doors in the village of Eglinton. Tenants, family and Apex staff enjoyed a celebration event, which was attended by Deputy Mayor of Derry City & Strabane, Alderman Niree McMorris.

Deputy Mayor of Derry City and Strabane, Alderman Niree McMorris said it was an honour to be part of the 30th anniversary celebrations at St Canice’s Close.

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Deputy Mayor of Derry City and Strabane, Alderman Niree McMorris said it was an honour to be part of the 30th anniversary celebrations at St Canice’s Close.

Pictured at the 30th anniversary celebration event - Mary Doherty, who has been the housekeeper at St Canice's Close since it opened its doors in Eglinton.

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Pictured at the 30th anniversary celebration event - Mary Doherty, who has been the housekeeper at St Canice's Close since it opened its doors in Eglinton.

Mickey Doherty and Brendan Cassidy enjoying the 30th anniversary celebrations at St Canice's Close in Eglinton. The scheme offers sheltered accommodation for independent living for people over the age of 60 and is owned and managed by Apex Housing Association.

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Mickey Doherty and Brendan Cassidy enjoying the 30th anniversary celebrations at St Canice's Close in Eglinton. The scheme offers sheltered accommodation for independent living for people over the age of 60 and is owned and managed by Apex Housing Association.

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