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MEA parade to honour North Irish Horse heroes of the Battle of the Hitler Line
The legacy of one of Northern Ireland’s most distinguished military regiments will be honoured this month as the North Irish Horse...
May 21
Channel 4 documentary unveils hidden histories of Titanic passengers and crew
Deirdre McIntyre; Laura Ward; Helen Sanderson; and Cliff Ismay, who are featured in the Channel 4 documentary ‘Titanic: Our Secret...
May 17
Northern Ireland’s newest World Heritage Site presented with official UNESCO Certificates
(L-R): Mid and East Antrim Borough Council team pic – left to right: Ross Hickey, Arts & Culture Manager, Jonathan McGrandle, Acting...
May 16
Northern Ireland farmer champions Harry Ferguson’s enduring legacy with museum campaign
Castlederg farmer Stevan Patterson with his Ford-Ferguson tractor. As the 156th Balmoral Show takes centre stage this week, farming in...
May 15
Rathlin Sound Festival 2025 returns to the Antrim Coast with 10-day cultural celebration!
Scenes from Rathlin Maritime Festival 2024 Photos: Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council The Causeway Coast and Glens Council’s Events...
May 14
Craigywarren Vintage Rally returns with classic vehicles, family fun, and entertainment!
The much-loved Craigywarren Vintage Rally and Family Fun Day is set to make its return on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th June, promising...
May 13
Hilary Benn marks VE Day 80 with WWII exhibition opening at Antrim Castle Gardens
Secretary of State with the Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly, Deputy Mayor Councillor Paul Dunlop BEM, and World...
May 8
VE Day 80: TUV leader remembers Ulsterman James Noel Deane and Northern Ireland’s WWII role
On the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) leader Jim Allister MP has issued a solemn...
May 8
“Around Our Town” walking & food tours return to Ballymena this month!
Roy Smyth, Chair of Ballymena BID (left) and tour creator and local guide Alastair Donaghy Ballymena BID and local historian and tour...
May 7
Northern Ireland Assembly honours 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative event
Northern Ireland Assembly Speaker Edwin Poots MLA in a Spitfire Mk2a replica aircraft at the Assembly’s VE Day Event. The Northern...
May 6
Mid and East Antrim marks 80 years since VE Day with Borough-wide commemorations
One of the Beacons of Light burning on the coast with Carrickfergus Castle in the background. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is...
Apr 30
Blue plaque unveiled dedicated to Royal Portrush golfer and teenage sensation, May Hezlet
Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Ciarán McQuillan has attended the unveiling of a Blue Plaque located at Royal Portrush...
Apr 29
Echoes in the Landscape: A glimpse into Ballymena’s ancient past at Mid and East Antrim Museum
A captivating new exhibition, Echoes in the Landscape , has opened at the Mid and East Antrim Museum at The Braid, offering a rare window...
Apr 24
Belfast to commemorate 80th Anniversary of VE Day with vibrant City Hall events
(From left to right) Michael Fryer from NI War Memorial and historian Jason Burke join the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Micky...
Apr 22
Blue Plaque unveiled in Co Antrim for Dame Louise McIlroy, UK’s first female Professor of Medicine
Image: Anne Kelly On Friday, 28th March, the Ulster History Circle unveiled a blue plaque at Ballycastle Presbyterian Church to...
Apr 19
Lyons confirms increased funding for Ulster-Scots Agency
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has confirmed an uplift in funding for the Ulster-Scots Agency, secured through a targeted reallocation...
Apr 12
Enjoy April at Titanic Belfast!
TITANIC Belfast is set for a time of reflection and celebration this April with a selection of events and festivities for visitors to...
Apr 6
Northern Ireland Executive to be lobbied to save Co Antrim heritage site from demolition by developers
The Northern Ireland Executive is to be lobbied to save a listed heritage site in Lisburn amid a demolition bid from developers. Lisburn...
Apr 5
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council unveil exciting line-up for VE Day 80 celebrations!
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly announces VE Day 80 Line Up Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is proud to...
Apr 3
Unearthing History: Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust Teams Up with CAPNI for Schools Archaeology Day
(L-R) Miss J Logan Principal Bushmills Primary School, Mr J George Principal Straidbilly Primary School, Deputy Mayor Cllr T Stirling...
Mar 31
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