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Ecological damage to Lough Neagh set to be “more severe” this summer – NI Water
Ecological damage to Lough Neagh is set to be “more severe” this summer according to a council report by NI Water. The government owned...
Jan 31, 2024


Double trouble at Belfast Zoo as endangered species welcomes two new babies
Staff at Belfast Zoo are overjoyed at the birth of two babies in their resident François’ Langur family group. François’ Langurs are a...
Jan 30, 2024


A floral facelift for trees planted by Housing Executive
Pictured before planting daffodil bulbs with children from Silverstream Primary School are, Louis Richmond, Housing Executive Patch...
Jan 28, 2024


Get involved today in RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch
Blue Tit RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch, the largest garden wildlife survey in the world, is back and taking place this weekend (26th – 28th...
Jan 28, 2024


Celebrate Co Antrim’s eco-heroes: Nominations open for Live Here Love Here Community Awards
L-R: Lynda Surgenor, Live Here Love Here Manager, Jenni Barkley, Communications and Corporate Responsibility Manager at Belfast Harbour...
Jan 27, 2024


Belfast Zoo announce the sad news of the death of Delilah
Belfast Zoo have announced the sad news of the death of Delilah, one of the park's most well-known residents. In a statement a...
Jan 24, 2024


Three Dark Hedges Beech Trees lost in Storm Isha
Three trees have fallen at the Dark Hedges as a result of the unyielding power of Storm Isha last night. The world-famous beech tree...
Jan 22, 2024


NT secures major funding to restore natural habitat and improve access at Divis and Black Mountain
Today (16 January) the National Trust unveiled plans to restore nature and improve access for the communities at the foot of Divis and...
Jan 16, 2024


Belfast Zoo animals enjoy first snow of 2024
Chilean Flamingos can naturally be found at high altitudes where temperatures can drop below freezing. Standing on one leg preserves body...
Jan 15, 2024


Department of Infrastructure refuses planning for Unshinagh Wind Farm in Antrim Hills
Views of the proposed windfarm from various vantage points in Carnlough. The Department for Infrastructure has today issued a Notice of...
Jan 10, 2024


Council to get money from trees at Carnfunnock Country Park
Tree planting at Carnfunnock Country Park outside Larne will result in a payment of £1,200 per acre for Mid and East Antrim Borough...
Jan 7, 2024


HMP Magilligan Native Tree Nursery grows with investment from the Dormant Accounts Fund
Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust (CCGHT) have been awarded funding of £93,414 over two years to continue to develop the native...
Jan 2, 2024


Brighter Whitehead is planting sustainably to help our local wildlife
(L-R): Sandra Thompson (Brighter Whitehead), Yvonne Carlton (Brighter Whitehead), Cherry Townsend (garden designer), Jo Adams(Brighter...
Jan 1, 2024


Households in Co Antrim urged to make plastic promise this Christmas
Chris Gourley, Waste and Pollution Strategic Lead at Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful. With the festive season underway Keep Northern...
Dec 17, 2023


MEA Council distributes over 900 free native trees to residents marking National Tree Week 2023
Mary O'Kane Mid and East Antrim Borough Council recently marked National Tree Week 2023 by distributing over 900 free native trees to...
Dec 17, 2023


NI council agrees “more stringent response” after NIE mistakingly cut down 170 trees
Belfast City Council has agreed to look at extra sanctions towards those who breach agreements on public land in the city, after NIE...
Dec 13, 2023


Stormont to reduce grass verge cutting at roads due to “biodiversity” and budget constraints
A Stormont department has said that upcoming reductions in public grass verge cutting is down to a drive towards “biodiversity,” as well...
Dec 2, 2023


Tree-mendous effort by all to mark the beginning of National Tree Week!
Volunteers from Larne Area Support Group, pupils from Roddensvale School with teacher and Cllr Donnelly, Gary Bissett, Inver Garden...
Dec 1, 2023


Conservation efforts helps bring Curlews back from the brink
After a successful 2023 breeding season, RSPB NI this week announced that conservation efforts at Lough Erne and on the Antrim Hills to...
Nov 26, 2023


A new future for the Dark Hedges in County Antrim
The Dark Hedges, in County Antrim Work begins today, Monday 20th November, on the first stage of preserving the Dark Hedges for future...
Nov 20, 2023
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