CHRISTMAS STAR REMEMBRANCE TREE. . . .Bishop Donal McKeown blessing the Holy Child PS Christmas Star Remembrance Tree on Monday night. Included is members of the O'Donnell family. The school reignited the cherished tradition in memory of the late principal, Charlie O'Donnell who passed away in October. Pupils and parents also were able to hang Christmas Stars on the tree in memory of their own loved ones. (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
CHRISTMAS STAR REMEMBRANCE TREE. . . .Bishop Donal McKeown blessing the Holy Child PS Christmas Star Remembrance Tree on Monday night. Included is members of the O'Donnell family. The school reignited the cherished tradition in memory of the late principal, Charlie O'Donnell who passed away in October. Pupils and parents also were able to hang Christmas Stars on the tree in memory of their own loved ones. (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: Creggan community unites to honour late principal Charlie O'Donnell

By Reporter
Published 18th Dec 2025, 12:29 GMT

Holy Child PS reignited the cherished tradition of the Christmas Star Remembrance Tree in memory of Charlie O'Donnell who passed away in late October 2025

Bishop Donal McKeown and Fr. Ignacy Saniuta pictured at Holy Child Primary School with Sylvia O'Donnell (Charlie's wife), sons David and Peter and grandson Aaron. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)

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Bishop Donal McKeown and Fr. Ignacy Saniuta pictured at Holy Child Primary School with Sylvia O'Donnell (Charlie's wife), sons David and Peter and grandson Aaron. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)

Holy Child Principal, Mrs. Pat Concannon and Bishop Donal McKeown leading the procession.

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Holy Child Principal, Mrs. Pat Concannon and Bishop Donal McKeown leading the procession.

CHRISTMAS STAR REMEMBRANCE TREE. . . .Bishop Donal McKeown and Fr. Ignacy are led by the choir and children from Holy Child PS on Monday night as they prepare to walk back to the school where the Bishop will bless their Christmas Star Remembrance Tree.

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CHRISTMAS STAR REMEMBRANCE TREE. . . .Bishop Donal McKeown and Fr. Ignacy are led by the choir and children from Holy Child PS on Monday night as they prepare to walk back to the school where the Bishop will bless their Christmas Star Remembrance Tree.

Bishop Donal pictured among the congregation at Monday night's Holy Child PS Christmas event.

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Bishop Donal pictured among the congregation at Monday night's Holy Child PS Christmas event.

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