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Finn Harps striker Kevin McHugh has been speaking about a freak accident which resulted in him losing his finger last week. The former Derry City player was hosting a coaching session in Donegal when his wedding ring got caught in a fence. Unfortunately his finger couldn't be saved and he says that he will not play again because of the injury. He's been speaking to our reporter Barry Whyte..

Some taxi drivers in Derry say the newly installed meter system will mean they finally earn fair wages. As of Saturday last, all taxis in Northern Ireland are required to have a meter and printer which will automatically set and record fares. But some drivers also feel there has been confusion about how the system has been introduced. Our reporter Una Kelly has been getting reaction from drivers and punters in Derry.

Five time Paralympic champion Jason Smyth returned home to a heroes welcome in Eglinton on Saturday. The village turned out to celebrate his gold medal win in Rio and the athlete hinted that he wasn't planning to slow up any time soon. He spoke to our reporter Dessie McCallion.

It brought some of the biggest names in the digital world to Derry. But there's disappointment that the popular Culturetech festival will NOT take place this year. The organisers, Londonderry Chamber of Commerce say funding constraints was one of the reasons for their decision. Some pupils at St Mary's College - who took part in the week long digital festival - say they now fear they will miss out. They've been speaking to Gráinne Morrison

Derry City chairman Philip O'Doherty reveals that Derry City and Strabane District Council are close to making an announcement on Brandywell stadium. He spoke to Dessie McCallion...

To a condition now that's baffled health experts, but which causes pain, fatigue, and memory loss. Fibromyalgia - which sufferers say has been ignored - is now to be recognised by health professionals in Northern Ireland as a long-term condition. Claire Allan, the Derry author and journalist has the condition. She says it's an isolating and debilitating condition. She spoke to Brian Kernohan...

A lifeguard has described the dramatic moment two pedestrians escaping after they wandered into a railway tunnel as a train approached. The near miss at Downhill Strand on the north coast was released by Translink to highlight the dangers of trespassing on the lines. Lifeguard Ray Cunningham spotted the pedestrians said they had an incredible escape.

Most of you will be aware that the Ryder Cup golf tournament takes place in a couple of weeks time, but before that, there's a golf competition this week involving Europe and the United States - and it's for golfers with just one arm. And there's local interest with local man Declan Burns in the European team. Dessie McCallion spoke to Declan on the Breakfast show...

Two-time Olympic medallist Paddy Barnes has signed a professional deal with the Marbella-based Macklin Gym. Barnes, 29, announced on Friday that he had decided to switch to the professional ranks. Elaine McGee spoke to Paddy on the Breakfast programme..

He's being mentioned in the same breath as Usain Bolt and this morning Eglinton sprinter Jason Smyth remains on track to claim a fifth Paralympic gold medal. Last night he won his semi-final with relative ease. His family will be nervously watching the final later, Barry Whyte caught up with Jason's wife Elise...

Plenty of you runners just might be recovering today after the annual Waterside half marathon. Hundreds turned out on Sunday to take part with family and friends lining the city's streets to give their support. Our reporter Anna Maguire was there...

Derry City manager Kenny Shiels says his side are made up of local lads who the supporters should be proud of. There's a feeling that, despite lying third in the League of Ireland Premier Division, they're not getting the credit they deserve.

Limavady mum Emma Kane says she's been left heartbroken after she says she was told that her three-year-old son Caleb no longer had a nursery place - just 48 hours before he was due to start. Emma had his uniform ready to start Buttercup Nursery - a special needs nursery in Limavady. She says a breakdown in communication between the nursery and the Education Authority means he has lost his place. The Education Authority say they have now launched an investigation. Emma has been speaking to our reporter Dean McLaughlin. She starts here by telling him about what life is like for Caleb on a daily basis. A spokesperson for the Education Authority in Northern Ireland said: "It is not appropriate for the Education Authority to comment on the circumstances of an individual child. We are aware of an issue raised relating to communication with a parent and are currently investigating this matter further. The Education Authority provides a pre-school teaching service for children with special educational needs prior to commencing their pre-school year. The statement goes on to say: "In September 2016, as in previous years, this service will provide advice and support to parents to meet the needs of their children prior to commencing their pre-school year. As EA must give priority for pre-school places to children of the appropriate age, no places in special schools have been offered to under-age children."

Premier League clubs spent more than £155m on transfer deadline day as the summer window outlay reached a record £1.165bn. Thirteen Premier League teams broke their own transfer record. Barry Silkman is one of the Uk's top football agents, he spoke to Barry Whyte...

Imagine being on a smooth flight over the atlantic and out of the blue there's a sudden, uncontrolled drop. Passengers scream like they're on a funfair ride. John Dunton-Downer from London was on a United Airlines flight that had to make an emergency landing at Shannon Airport after hitting severe turbulence. Twelve people, including three children, were injured and taken to hospital. He told our reporter Dean McLaughlin he's extremely glad to be alive..

The lifetime ban on gay men donating blood is being lifted from today. It will be replaced by a one-year deferral - bringing us into line with the rest of the UK. That means that a man who's been sexually active with another man within the last 12 months will still not be allowed to give blood. Some local gay men have welcomed the lifting of the ban but say the reform doesn't go far enough. Anna Maguire reports from Strabane where she met Ryan in the Central Bar - a gay bar in the town.

Syrian families living in Derry have been describing what life was like for them in the war-torn country before they fled and what life is still like for the loved ones they've left behind. One man has recently lost ten members of his family after their house was bombed. The group arrived in the city in May and families have spent the past three months settling in. Some were at the North West Regional College yesterday to find out more about courses. This is the first time they have spoken publicly about what their lives were like before they had to leave their home country. This report by Anna Maguire starts with 18-year-old Bayan's story.

What a legend Robbie Keane has been for the Republic of Ireland. Tonight's friendly against Oman will be the Tallaght's man's final game, and Ireland's most prolific striker will be hoping to add to his record of 67 goals. A man who benefitted from that record was former Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr...he spoke to Barry Whyte.

A 40-year-old man's been shot in both ankles in a paramilitary-style attack in Derry. It happened at Culdaff Gardens in Creggan at around half past ten last night. Four masked men were involved. This woman - who doesn't want to be named - saw what happened.

It follows a call by the National Autistic Society for doctors to have a better understanding of gender differences. Peter Nixon noticed his 7 year old daughter Ellie behaving differently when she was just a baby. Speaking to Teresa Craig, he recalls the time she was diagnosed...

Some residents in Ballymagroarty in Derry say they're living in fear after a spate of anti-social behaviour in the estate. Over the weekend, a van was burnt out and the police are investigating reports of a flat being damaged by vandals. A community empowerment group has been in place in Ballymacgroarty for some time now- this is a group set up by residents who then carry out their own late-night patrols.. Her report begins with Kevin Coyle from the group.

It's emerged that the 13-year-old victim of the Magilligan motorbike crash was struck by his brother on the motocross track after he came off his bike. Daniel Sheridan, known as Dano to his family and friends, will be buried in Dublin this afternoon. He visited the track in regularly with his family. His 18-year-old brother Jake Sheridan says he collided with him during a practice session there. He's been speaking to Dean McLaughlin...

Some good news for Derry City football fans this lunchtime - four of the club's youngsters are set to commit their immediate futures to the Brandywell club. Manager Kenny Shiels confirmed the news to Radio Foyle a short time ago...

The Family of the late musician Stephen Martin have spoken of their added grief after his home was burgled while he was missing. The body of the 29-year-old, who performed under the name Rainy Boy Sleep, was found in County Sligo on 13 August. He went missing last month after his car was found parked at Fanad Lighthouse, County Donegal. Stephen's brother Sean told Una Kelly the thieves had committed a "deplorable act"...

St. Johnston's Brett McGinty boxes out of the Oak Leaf Club in Derry and he's off to the National Stadium in Dublin tomorrow to take on Paul Ryan in the welterweight 69 kg under-18 final. For the winner there's a place at the World Championships in Russia, but McGinty knows he has a big job to do...

Millions of you will be watching the Great British Bake-Off as it whisks up a storm tonight. So if you don't know the difference between a cupcake and a french fancy - you might learn a thing or two with hosts Paul Hollywood and the one and only Mary Berry. Teresa Craig has been getting some lessons from expert bakers Melanie Breslin and Carol McAleer from Primrose .

Straight away to that earthquake now, which struck central Italy last night, has left 38 people dead and 150 missing. Many of the dead were in the village of Pescara del Tronto which was levelled to the ground and there are fears the number of casualties could rise. Barry Whyte spoke to Sabarina Sbemola who lives around 8 miles from the epicentre.

With the Olympics at an end, attention now switches to the Paralympics which start in two weeks time. There's controversy already - Russia will not compete because of state-sponsored doping. The Derry sprinter, Jason Smyth, will be there. He has already emulated Usain Bolt by winning back-to-back sprint gold doubles at both the Beijing and London Paralympic Games...

The nine teams remaining in the FAI Cup have found out their quarter-final pairings and locally Derry City will travel to Ferrycarrig Park to take on Wexford Youths. Manager Kenny Shiels says despite the long distance the tie is an opportunity for his side.

you'd think that after the gruelling campaign Sinead and her rowing partner Claire Lambe put in at the Olympics, she'd want some time to recuperate. But on Sunday, a week after competing in that Rio final, she was in action again in more familiar surroundings. And not only did Sinead compete in the Donegal Half Marathon - she won it. She spoke to Dessie McCallion...

Three companies who have sponsorship deals with the American swimmer Ryan Lochte have announced they're dropping him from their brand. Sponsors including the swimwear firm Speedo USA, and the fashion company Ralph Lauren have terminated agreements with Lochte after he lied to Brazilian police about being robbed at the Rio games. Brent Rutemiller - publisher of US Swimming World magazine - knows Ryan well - he says up to now, Ryan has been a "golden boy" of American swimming...

Staff at a shop in the Waterside say they're disgusted after a device to help people who've suffered a cardiac arrest was damaged in an early morning attack yesterday. The defibrillator was removed from its container on the shop's wall and thrown onto the Rossdowney Road. Anna Maguire's report begins with the store's manager Richard Campbell.

If you go down to County Tyrone today you're sure of a big surprise! There's something different about the wildlife near the village of Newtonstewart and it's becoming a tourist attraction just in time for the Two Castles Festival Week which starts this weekend. Our reporter Teresa Craig has been to investigate...

Institute F.C assistant manager Paddy McLaughlin looks ahead to Saturday's clash with Harland and Wolff welders in the NIFL championship.

New Derry City signing Cristian Castells is available to make his debut in tomorrow night's FAI Cup third round clash away to Bohemians at Dalymount Park. Manager Kenny Shiels has confirmed that both skipper Ryan McBride and Aaron Barry will miss the tie.

Barry Whyte was live from Thornhill College this morning to hear some nervous students open their A-Level results....Take it away, Emma O'Hare and Jennifer Harkin..

It's been years in the planning but at last a major upgrade of the Derry to Belfast road has been given the green light. Work on a new nine mile dual carriageway between the M2 and Castledawson will finally start in October. The Infrastructure minister Chris Hazzard says it should cut journey times between both cities. So, light at the end of the tunnel for long suffering commuters on the A6, as Una Kelly reports...

The Ulster Farmers Union have issued a warning that PSNI figures on rural crime are misleading and that people living in rural areas feel increasingly at risk. Majella Aiken is a farmer outside Castlederg. She had 25 sheep stolen from her farm last year. Our reporter Eve Blair spoke to Majella on her farm.

According to new research, it seems that many of are guilty of putting on a posh voice when on the telephone. Our reporter Una Kelly has been asking people in the city centre if they fancy up their accents on the phone..

The backlash continues following the controversial bonfire in the Bogside, during which a pipe bomb was thrown at the police. As the clean-up continues this lunchtime, the organisers have been accused of defying the wishes of most people in the area by going ahead with the fire on a public road. Amanda Williams's report begins with Independent Councillor Gary Donnelly being confronted by a local resident today.

Hundreds of people gathered in the area last night for the grand finale of the popular Gasyard Feile. The festival's been running for 24 years and is a celebration of the community and arts in the North West - this year it closed with a spectacular fire sculpture show and firework display. Our reporter Una Kelly was there.

From Beechwood Avenue to Hollywood Boulevard. Roma Downey has been awarded one of the ultimate accolades in the acting world - a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was unveiled on Thursday and Roma dedicated it not only to the people of Derry but to anyone with a dream. She's been speaking to Elaine McGee...

The grieving son of a man killed in car crash near Claudy last week says he doesn't want to his father's death to be in vain and he is now starting a road safety campaign in his memory. 60-year-old Wilson Sherrard who was from the Fountain in Derry was a passenger in a car which was involved in a collision with a van on the Foreglen Road. A police investigation into the cause of the crash is underway. CHRISTOPHER SHERRARD says he doesn't want another family to go through what is his is going through. We should warn you that there are parts of this interview, which you may find distressing. Christopher starts here by telling of the moment he got the call that his father had been taken to hospital..

On the week in which Derry marked the passing of Bishop Edward Daly. We'll leave you with this tribute to him from colleagues, parishioners and friends in his beloved city and the words of the man himself.

Hundreds of people have been taking part in the Maiden City Festival. Now in its 19th year, the festival is in full swing, attracting visitors from across the UK and Ireland and even bringing some highland dancers from Texas. Organisers say it's a been a great success so far. Una Kelly reports....

The former Bishop of Derry, Dr Edward Daly, has died aged 82. He was best-known around the world as the "priest with the white handkerchief" . He was granted the freedom of Derry - along with Church of Ireland Bishop James Mehaffey - last year, in recognition of their work for peace and reconciliation. Gerry Bradley looks back at his life.

Here's a question have we fallen out of love with fish and chips? Apparently the dish is disappearing from menus in pubs and hotels in Britain. Five years ago it was the third most popular dish on the menu, but now - according to new research - its dropped to eighth! And it's because we're all ordering much healthier salads!! So what's the picture here? Anna Maguire reports

Boxing analyst Mick Dowling says if a failed drug test by an Irish Olympic boxer is confirmed it will be a "massive embarrassment". The Olympic Council of Ireland has said the boxer is provisionally suspended from competition after his A-sample tested positive. Dowling told Brian kernohan he expects the boxer will be sent home.

One of the last men to fish for salmon on the River Foyle with a net says he fears the fish stock there may never return. An investigation's under way to find out what killed thousands of fish on the River Faughan, a tributary to the Foyle. Pat McDonald fished the River Foyle until fishing with nets there was banned in 2009, he spoke to Brian Kernohan...