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Disappointment as DAERA refuses major salmon and trout hatchery initiative on Co Antrim river
The Kells, Connor and Glenwherry Angling Club have expressed serious disappointment at the refusal by DAERA of a major initiative aimed...
Aug 22, 2024


Three is the magic number: arrival of third baby giraffe in 2024 at Belfast Zoo
The new arrival at Belfast Zoo. Belfast Zoo is thrilled about the arrival of a new Rothchild's Giraffe born on August 13. Neja, an...
Aug 22, 2024


Minister commits to new Farming with Nature Package
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir's visit to Stephen Alexander's farm in Groomsport with Réamaí Mathers and Stephen. On a recent visit, DAERA...
Aug 21, 2024


Spread of giant hogweed being controlled by ‘wooly’ good idea
The ABC Borough is currently trialling an environmentally-friendly way of getting rid of giant hogweed – sheep from Tannaghmore Farm have...
Aug 18, 2024


Minister Muir plants first tree in Woodland Renewal project at Ulster Folk Museum
(L-R) Kathryn Thomson, Chief Executive, National Museums NI; Aaron ward, Director of Public Engagement, National Museums NI; and Andrew...
Aug 18, 2024


Ballymena to host exciting new biodiversity workshop
Translink is bringing its commitment to enhancing biodiversity and promoting sustainability to Ballymena with a new educational and...
Aug 17, 2024


Belfast International Airport recognised for biodiversity
(L-R) Daniel Perry, Environment and Sustainability Officer and Kevin Napier Compliance Manager at Belfast International Airport, which...
Aug 12, 2024


Met Office issue yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across Northern Ireland
A yellow weather warning has been issued today by the Met Office who advise that a band of heavy, thundery rain is expected to push...
Aug 11, 2024


Belfast Zoo goes ‘down under’ with new animals of Australia habitat
Belfast Zoo is going ‘down under’ with a brand new ‘Animals of Australia’ habitat. Animals of Australia will transform the former...
Aug 8, 2024


Britain in Bloom judges take to the streets of Randalstown
Randalstown competes in Britain in Bloom UK finals in the 'Small Town' category for the fifth time. Pictured (L-R) Alan Hulme, Britain in...
Aug 6, 2024


Robust testing in place to ensure homes & businesses have access to high quality, safe drinking water
Minister O’Dowd is shown around the laboratory of Moyola Water Treatment Works where NI Water scientist Lorraine Gillen explains how our...
Aug 6, 2024


£450K initiative launched to explore solutions to tackle Blue Green Aglae
Image captured by Colleen Webb of the extent of the Blue Green Algae that has moving down the River Bann at Toome from Lough Neagh...
Aug 5, 2024


Mid & East Antrim Council to develop tree planting strategy for borough
Mid and East Antrim councillors have been given an update on the Climate Canopy Project which has seen more than 107,000 trees planted...
Aug 4, 2024


New 15 acre woodland haven completed at Galgorm Resort
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Ald Beth Adger MBE pictured with Colin Johnston, Managing Director of Galgorm Collection, along with...
Jul 31, 2024


McDonald’s teams up with Carniny Amateur and Youth FC to tackle litter in Ballymena
Pictured: Marc Copeland, Joanne Lennox, Darren Houston and players from Carniny Amateur Youth FC, alongside Paddy Cusack, Franchisee of...
Jul 31, 2024


Mid & East Antrim to make waves as Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds returns
(L-R) Anna Green; KNIB Field Officer, Fern Keeney; Adopt a Spot Officer, Jenni Barkley; Communications and Corporate Responsibility...
Jul 30, 2024


Wildflower blooms bursting with colour in Larne
L-R is Brian Patterson (DfI), Claire Duddy (MEABC), Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Alderman Beth Adger MBE and Tommy Armour (MEABC). A...
Jul 30, 2024


Rathlin is an ecotourism example for us all – Muir
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir is pictured with representatives from RSPBNI at RSPB Seabird Centre at the West on Rathlin Island (L-R)...
Jul 29, 2024


March of the baby penguins at Belfast Zoo!
Three gentoo penguin chicks are delighting Belfast Zoo visitors this summer! Earlier in 2015, the zoo welcomed three birds to the flock...
Jul 25, 2024


Wrightbus’ NewPower secures first order just weeks after launch
NewPower – a bold enterprise that converts diesel buses into zero-emission electric vehicles – has received its first order from one of...
Jul 23, 2024
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