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Say cheese! Belfast Zoo launches 38th Annual Photography Competition
(L-R): Tara Molloy, Manager at Photo Experience Ltd, Brian the Lion, Belfast Zoo Mascot, Julie Bryans, Commercial Support Officer at...
Jun 23, 2025


Northern Ireland launches consultation on first Climate Action Plan
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir has launched a 16-week public consultation on Northern...
Jun 22, 2025


Your chance to name the next big storm as Met Office opens 2025/26 submission
Is your grandma a force of nature? Does your best friend cause an impact wherever they go? Now you can give them the recognition they...
Jun 21, 2025


UNESCO Global Geopark proposal leads bold new vision from Causeway Coast & Glens Heritage Trust
Slemish Mountain Image: William Logan A potential new UNESCO Global Geopark, stretching across some of the most geologically and...
Jun 18, 2025


Met Office issues yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in Northern Ireland
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for eastern parts of Northern Ireland on Saturday, 14 June, as heavy rain and...
Jun 13, 2025


Discover CAFRE during Open Farm Weekend 2025 at Greenmount Campus in Antrim
Colman Byrne and Judith McCord from Greenmount Campus are preparing to welcome visitors during Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend....
Jun 13, 2025


Met Office issues yellow weather warning for Northern Ireland as thunderstorms loom
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms expected to sweep across Northern Ireland on Thursday, 12 June, with...
Jun 11, 2025


Northern Trust leading the way to greener future for health service
Northern Trust staff Jonathan Eady, Stacey McKnight, Naomi Potts, Nigel McIlroy and Kate Agnew. The Northern Health and Social Care Trust...
Jun 7, 2025


Inspiring Ballymena woman recognised for nearly 800 hours of voluntary service at home and abroad
Maria Goldring who achieved an outstanding 779 hours of volunteering across her time as a student at St Mary's University College. Marc...
Jun 6, 2025


County Antrim farmer fined for polluting river resulting in death of fish
A County Antrim farmer has been fined £1,500 following a serious pollution incident that resulted in the death of fish and contamination...
Jun 6, 2025


New Bill to transform water and flood management in Northern Ireland
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced plans to bring forward significant legislation aimed at modernising how Northern...
Jun 5, 2025


Ahoghill Woodland Park: Community calls for urgent action amid neglect concerns
In the heart of the rural village, Ahoghill Woodland Park, once envisioned as a vibrant community hub, has fallen into a state of...
Jun 4, 2025


Belfast Zoo celebrates a Spring baby boom with rare and adorable new arrivals
New arrivals: The Cotton-Top Tamarin at Belfast Zoo It’s all go at Belfast Zoo this spring as the popular attraction experiences a...
Jun 4, 2025


Record number of Corncrakes return to Rathlin Island in conservation triumph
The elusive Corncrake, pictured on Rathlin Island, County Antrim. Image: Tom McDonnell, Northcoast Nature In a remarkable milestone for...
Jun 3, 2025


Wrightbus poised to lead UK’s bus decarbonisation revolution, says MP, Jim Allister
Jim Allister, TUV Party Leader and North Antrim MP In a compelling address to the House of Commons on Monday, 2 June 2025, Jim Allister,...
Jun 3, 2025


Northern Ireland joins UK-wide single-use vape ban: A win for health and nature from 1 June 2025
A landmark ban on single-use vapes has come into effect today across the United Kingdom, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s efforts...
Jun 1, 2025


Farmers demand withdrawal of NAP Proposals: “Minister must listen or go,” says TUV MLA
Councillor Christopher Jamieson, Timothy Gaston MLA, Mel Lucas and Councillor Allister Kyle at Wednesday’s event. TUV MLA Timothy Gaston ...
May 31, 2025


Mid & East Antrim Council extends vegetable oil fuel trial despite higher costs and break-in setback
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed to continue with a trial of hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) in a further three vehicles...
May 30, 2025


Combined innovations can deliver ammonia reduction of up to 54%, CAFRE research finds
Use of stabilised urea reduces ammonia emissions at the CAFRE Dairy Centre. By Judith McCord, Senior Air Quality Technologist, CAFRE The...
May 29, 2025


North Antrim beef farm reaps rewards from red clover integration
CAFRE Beef and Sheep Adviser, Faith Stewart discusses the many benefits of red clover for a beef farm. A progressive beef farming...
May 28, 2025
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