Strabane

British

/ strəˈbæn /

noun

a district of W Northern Ireland, in Co Tyrone. Pop: 38 565 (2003 est). Area: 862 sq km (333 sq miles)

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Its continued growth, Aisling McCallion from Derry City and Strabane District Council said, reflects "the enduring popularity and ambition" of the festival.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Dozens of vehicles took part in a slow-moving convoy in Strabane, County Tyrone, on Saturday.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Bin collections were suspended in Derry and Strabane Council and in some towns in Mid and East Antrim Council.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

Cemeteries in Derry and Strabane were closed, as well as some community centres.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

He married Marion, daughter of Thomas, 5th Lord Boyd, and left five sons, of whom the eldest, baron of Strabane, succeeded him as 2nd earl of Abercorn.

From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg

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