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Be Bold. Be Seen: New road safety campaign urges visibility as darker nights arrive
As the clocks prepare to go back and daylight hours shorten, the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has launched a new road safety campaign urging everyone to make themselves more visible on Northern Ireland’s roads. The ‘Be Bold. Be Seen’ initiative was unveiled by Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, who highlighted the dangers faced by pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users during the darker winter months. The campaign encourages people to wear bright, bo
Oct 20, 2025


Police in Mid Ulster issue warning after reports of rogue traders cold-calling homes
Police in Mid Ulster have issued a warning to residents after reports of potential rogue traders cold-calling at homes and offering services. In a statement, officers said they had been made aware of individuals approaching properties in the Ballyronan area and urged members of the public to remain cautious. A spokesperson for the Police Service of Northern Ireland said: “Police have been made aware of potential Rogue Traders, who have been cold calling at addresses offering
Oct 16, 2025


New digital campaign empowers Year 8 pupils with mental health and wellbeing apps
On World Mental Health Day, 10 October 2025, the Health and Education Ministers of Northern Ireland launched an innovative digital...
Oct 11, 2025


Click Energy to raise electricity tariff by 3.5%
Click Energy customers across Northern Ireland are set to see their electricity bills rise by 3.5% from 1 November 2025, with the average...
Oct 7, 2025


Inspire’s Woodvale Centre reopens after extensive renovation to support mental health in Ballymena
Take a step inside: Inspire’s Woodvale Community Wellbeing Services base in Ballymena Inspire’s Woodvale community wellbeing service on...
Oct 6, 2025


Dogs Trust issues warning as autumn conkers pose serious risk to dogs
As autumn leaves begin to fall, Dogs Trust is urging owners to stay alert during walks — warning that conkers and acorns could make dogs...
Oct 5, 2025


New Embrace FARM programme to support children and young people coping with grief after farm tragedy
(L-R) Tom Griffin, Annie Griffin, Julie Rohan, Liam Rohan and Emily Rohan Embrace FARM, the Irish agricultural charity founded to support...
Oct 5, 2025


Robin Swann MP completes successful South Antrim constituency surgery tour
South Antrim MP Robin Swann during his Doagh constituency event. South Antrim MP Robin Swann has rounded off a busy week of constituency...
Oct 4, 2025


Safety Concerns: Fake toys worth £3.5m seized at UK Border – 90% were counterfeit Labubu dolls
Some of the fake toys seized at the UK Border in 2025 Counterfeit toys are flooding into the UK, putting children’s safety at risk,...
Oct 4, 2025


Storm Amy: Amber wind warning issued for Northern Ireland as RNLI urges public to stay safe on coast
The Met Office has upgraded its alerts for Storm Amy, issuing an Amber warning for damaging winds in Northern Ireland on Friday 3...
Oct 2, 2025


Networking, confidence and growth: Enterprising Women launches Autumn/Winter programme
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, pictured with from left, Christine Barnhill, MEABC, Paula Fallon, Soul Essence,...
Sep 30, 2025


4,000+ hospitalised with flu last year – PHA urges eligible people to get their free winter vaccines
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Alison Griffiths, Nurse Consultant PHA launching the winter vaccines in Portaferry The Public Health...
Sep 30, 2025


Police arrest three people after building society staff protect vulnerable older customer
Police have arrested three people after quick-thinking building society staff intervened to protect a vulnerable older person from...
Sep 27, 2025


SSE Airtricity announces 4% electricity price hike
Northern Ireland’s second largest energy supplier, SSE Airtricity, has confirmed that its standard variable electricity tariff will...
Sep 26, 2025


Queen’s and PSNI collab sees drink spiking test kits rolled out across 33 Belfast nightlife venues
Pictured (L-R) Constable Donna Tolan, District Licensing Officer, Ryan Rankin, Neighbourhood Engagement Officer at Queen's, Willie Jack,...
Sep 25, 2025


Paracetamol and autism: UUP’s Butler says ‘facts must come before fiction’ in healthcare debate
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) Deputy Leader Robbie Butler has criticised US President Donald Trump for spreading “grossly inappropriate”...
Sep 25, 2025


5 years of giving: Ballymena Baby Bank marks milestone and celebrates making a difference
Some of the Ballymena Baby Bank volunteers Ballymena Baby Bank, formerly known as Baby Basics, proudly celebrated its fifth anniversary...
Sep 24, 2025


Healthy Heroes initiative launched to tackle poor diets among primary school children
(L-R) Mayor of Antrim & Newtownabbey, Cllr Leah Kirkpatrick, and Mayor of Mid & East Antrim, Cllr Jackson Minford, launching the Healthy...
Sep 24, 2025


UK Health Secretary dismisses Donald Trump’s claims linking paracetamol use in pregnancy to autism
UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting appearing on Tuesday morning (23 September 2025) on ITV’s Lorraine Health Secretary Wes Streeting has...
Sep 23, 2025


Breaking the Silence: NI charity calls for equal support for male victims of domestic abuse
Accurate domestic violence statistics are skewed by lack of focus on male victims “Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate and nor should...
Sep 20, 2025
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