If you hear a voice on the radio that sounds suspiciously like an 8-year-old boy who never stopped pretending to be Tony Blackburn, don’t adjust your dial. That’s just Tony McBride  (better known to his fans as Conka ), and he’s been preparing for this gig since he was old enough to hijack his da’s vintage microphone and spin the family vinyl. We caught up with the man who brings the "Cheese" to your Friday and the "Golden" to your Sunday. Friday Fever & Sunday Spuds Tony isn

If you’re looking for a way to escape the mundane, look no further than Tuneful Tuesday . Hosted by the multi-talented Margo Carr , the show is a vibrant mix of local legends, international stars, and a healthy dose of Derry humor. For Margo, music and singing aren't just hobbies; they are essential for mental health. Her mission every Tuesday is to transport her listeners to a "better place" through songs, stories, and the refreshing power of a good laugh. A Couch Full of Lu

⚠️ Service Update – Monday, 05 January 2026 ⚠️ Due to ongoing snow and icy conditions, a number of Council services across Derry City and Strabane District continue to be impacted today. Please note that 🗑️ Household Bin Collections for today have been SUSPENDED. Arrangements will be made to collect them as soon as it is safe to do so. 🌹Cemeteries All Council cemeteries remain closed this morning and will only reopen once it is safe to do so. Burials will continue to be

Good morning, everyone. ​If you’re just waking up and looking out the window this Sunday, it might not look too dramatic out there. It just looks a bit grey, damp, and standard for January. ​But don't let appearances fool you. ​Temperatures took a significant dip across the North West overnight. All that dampness on the ground has frozen solid, meaning we are waking up to widespread and hazardous icy conditions right across the area. ​Before you head out for the papers or sta

Move over, sunset—there’s a new dawn in town. If you’ve been reaching for the radio dial on your Monday commute and noticed things sounding a bit more energetic (and significantly more "Trekkie"), there’s a reason. The man who once drove you home has officially flipped the switch. Ronan O’Flaherty  has moved from the evening slot to host the brand-new Ronan 'O' Breakfast Show , airing every Monday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM . Goodbye Drive Time, Hello Breakfast For a long time,

​It has been a week of mixed emotions in the world of entertainment. From heartbreaking tributes to rock legends to rare glimpses into private celebrity lives, here is what is making noise right now. ​🎸 Music News: The Cure Mourns Perry Bamonte ​The music world is in mourning following the sad news that Perry Bamonte, former guitarist and keyboardist for The Cure, has died at the age of 65. Passing away after a short illness over Christmas, Bamonte was a key figure during th

Here is a brief, engaging section tailored for a blog post or an app landing page: Take the Sound of Drive105 Radio Anywhere Click on the image Never miss a beat with the official Drive105 Streaming App. Whether you’re at home, on the commute, or anywhere in the world, you can now tune into your favorite local station with crystal-clear audio at the touch of a button. From the latest community news and local talk to a non-stop mix of the tracks you love—including featured loc

If you spent your childhood calling up local radio stations to demand 2 Unlimited or D:ream, you have a lot in common with Dee Curran . The only difference? Dee actually made it behind the microphone. After starting as a volunteer in 2010 during a quiet spell for work, Dee has become a staple of the airwaves. Today, he’s the man responsible for curing the Monday blues with Mid-Morning Monday , broadcasting every week from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM . The Monday Motivator Dee’s show

Runners planning their 2026 race calendar can now secure their place for two of the hottest tickets in North West athletics as registrations officially opened this week for the Waterside Half Marathon and the Strabane Lifford Half Marathons. Organised by Derry City and Strabane District Council, the Strabane Lifford Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, while the Waterside Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, September 6, 2026. Festival and Events Manager w

If you grew up in the 2000s, your musical identity was likely a chaotic mosaic. One minute you were adjusting your trucker hat to a Pharrell-produced beat, and the next you were side-fringing your hair to an emo anthem. The "Noughties" (2000–2009) was more than just a decade of low-rise jeans and Motorola Razrs; it was the last era where music felt like a shared cultural event before the streaming algorithms took over. It was the decade where the digital revolution met the an

There's a sprinkle of magic that makes Saturday mornings feel like a unicorn parade. The workweek has been tossed out the window, the coffee is brewing like a mini cauldron of happiness, and for many, there's that one voice that officially kicks off the weekend shenanigans. Enter Rosie Patton , the maestro of the nostalgia-infused show that's quickly becoming the community's go-to jam session. We caught up with Rosie to chat about her 90s obsession, the wizardry of music, and

Sports clubs across Ireland are being invited to take part in the 2025 Volunteers in Sport Awards, where each county recipient will secure a €200 donation for their club. This year’s awards place a renewed focus on supporting clubs directly and that begins with the €200 donation awarded to the affiliated club or sporting organisation of every county level winner.   Nominate & Win: How It Works 💰 €200 donation to each county recipient’s club 🏆 Honouring volunteers in all 32

🎄 Upcoming Events in the City this week December 8th – December 14th, 2025 The festive spirit is in full swing across our Walled City! From heartwarming concerts and comedy nights to historical tours and family fun with Mrs. Claus, here’s your guide to the week ahead. 🎶 Music & Festive Melodies The Boondocks: A Country Christmas 📅 Friday, Dec 12th, 7:30 PM (doors 6:45 PM) 📍 St. Augustine’s Schools, Palace Street, BT48 6PP 🎟 Tickets: Eventbrite Bagatelle & Friends: Honori

We were delighted to welcome members from Kabalikat in North West, the African Caribbean Community Network, and the North West Islamic Association to our Drive105 Radio studios recently as part of an exciting communications training initiative.​ Led by experienced journalist Suzanne Rodgers, the training day focused on helping community groups from minority ethnic backgrounds develop the skills and confidence to share their stories effectively through broadcast and digital me

The city and district’s festive campaign for 2025 will get off to a visually enticing start with the opening of the 2025 Guildhall Craft Fair next weekend. Coming just weeks after the hugely successful Halloween celebrations, the fair marks the official start of the Council's Christmas festivities. A range of quality traders and producers from across Ireland will be part of the exquisite shopping event which sees an emporium of goods, gifts and treats on sale for three days,

Coordinated by the Community Relations Council, Good Relations Week 2025 will run from Monday 13 to Sunday 19 October, with a dynamic programme of more than 200 cross-community and multicultural events taking place across all 11 local council areas. This year’s theme, Connect, highlights how lasting progress and a better future for everyone depends on the strong and meaningful links between People, Planet and Prosperity. The week-long celebration will shine a spotlight on the

The Derry City and Strabane District Council area has become the first region in Northern Ireland and only the second in the UK to...

Foyle Hospice is delighted to announce that global pop icon Nadine Coyle  will officially accept the role of patron at the charity’s 40th...

Derry City and Strabane District Council have confirmed some of the alternative arrangements for its service users during the temporary...

Getting Noughty in the 90's will still be the Saturday mid morning request show playing all the tunes from the 90's and 00's. We aim to take the listener back to the not so distant past when music was experimental and pushed boundaries. The music from these decades are some of the best eras and can't be out done. Legends were created in the 90's and 00's and now on the Saturday mid morning show with Rosie Patton we share the greats of their time with you. Nothing but good