Former Magherafelt Sinn Féin Councillor Lughaidh Mac Giolla Bhrighde has died following an illness.
He was elected to the council in 1985 – and he also worked for many years in the Ambulance Service.
His last tweet was dated September 25. And in his Twitter biography, he states: 'Life is about living and not about waiting to die.'
Man arrested over threats to elected representatives
Teachers’ unions welcome pay increase while pledging to tackle workload
Minister to explore if he can enforce use of Ulster Banner at Commonwealth Games
Domestic abuse calls to police climb over Christmas and New Year