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AAA screening event reminds men to attend for potentially life-saving test
An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) is a potentially fatal condition which can particularly affect older men, but can be detected with a...
Apr 22, 2025


NSPCC Northern Ireland launches ‘The Full Story’ campaign to combat child sexual exploitation
NSPCC Northern Ireland launches campaign to help children at risk of sexual exploitation alongside partner agencies and other multiagency...
Apr 21, 2025


Pony therapy brings comfort and joy to Northern Ireland’s North Coast
Fiona Kee with Wendy Woo In the picturesque downland of The Eagry near Bushmills, a heartwarming initiative is touching lives across...
Apr 21, 2025


Women’s Aid ABCLN launches Slieve Donard Challenge to combat domestic violence
Women’s Aid ABCLN Community Services Manager, Ase McWilliams and Business Development Manager, Kelly McDonald are encouraging everyone to...
Apr 20, 2025


Northern Health and Social Care Trust shines at NI Local Government Awards 2025
The Deputy Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Councillor Bréanainn Lyness, pictured at the NI Local Government Awards 2025...
Apr 20, 2025


Protecting pupils in a digital age: Ulster Unionists champion 100% school uptake of Safer Schools App
In an era where smartphones and social media dominate young lives, the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) is intensifying its push for...
Apr 19, 2025


Queen’s team part of world-leading £5.5m research project to transform bowel cancer care
A groundbreaking £5.5 million research initiative, aimed at transforming bowel cancer care, has been launched with significant...
Apr 19, 2025


Pauline urges us all to know the signs of ovarian cancer
Pauline Donnelly with Clinical Nurse Specialist Patricia Rogers “If you feel something isn’t right, trust your instincts and go and get...
Apr 19, 2025


Joint PSNI and DVA Operation in Larne bolsters road safety efforts
A collaborative operation between the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) took place in Larne...
Apr 18, 2025


Muckamore Abbey Hospital inquiry seeks public input on recent resettlement experiences
Tom Kark KC, Chair of the Inquiry The Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry has issued a public call for information regarding recent and...
Apr 18, 2025


Turning Point NI’s vital work praised by Colin Crawford MLA during Health Minister’s visit
Northern Ireland Health Minister Mike Nesbitt MLA, invited by North Antrim MLA Colin Crawford, pictured with local political...
Apr 18, 2025


Macmillan lodge plans for new £3.2M Information & Support Centre at Antrim Area for cancer patients
A planning application has been lodged with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for a new £3.2m centre at Antrim Hospital to support...
Apr 17, 2025


Sensory Space in Antrim offers vital support for families, thanks to Housing Executive funding
Pictured in the new multi-sensory room at the Muckamore Parish Development Association (left to right), Stephen Gamble , Housing...
Apr 17, 2025


‘Slow down and help save lives’: Police issue urgent Easter road safety plea
Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson and Chief Inspector Celeste Simpson. As the Easter holiday weekend approaches, the Police Service of...
Apr 16, 2025


Mid & East Antrim Council warn of impact to pensioners from changes to annual domestic rates discount
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has warned that pensioners could lose out most from a proposed decrease in the annual domestic rates...
Apr 15, 2025


New Chatty Café opens in Cullybackey to help combat loneliness
A new Chatty Café is launched by The Mayor Ald William McCaughey and staff from Delightful Bites, Cullybackey A fresh initiative to...
Apr 14, 2025


Northern Ireland RNLI Lifeguards are ready to spring into action ahead of the Easter holidays
From Friday, 18 of April, through to the Sunday, 27 of April, RNLI lifeguards will be back on duty across six beaches on the Causeway...
Apr 14, 2025


Stay healthy this Easter: Your essential guide to Northern Ireland’s Health and Social Care Services
As the Easter holidays approach, health authorities in Northern Ireland are urging the public to familiarise themselves with the range of...
Apr 14, 2025


Local sporting champions shine spotlight on Sports Eye Injury Month
Derick Topping Two former all-Ireland sporting champions, who have swapped ‘medals’ for ‘medicine’ are reminding sports enthusiasts of...
Apr 14, 2025


Stress Awareness Month: PHA urges simple steps to manage everyday pressures
This April, as part of Stress Awareness Month, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people across Northern Ireland to adopt...
Apr 12, 2025
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