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HM Coastguard team tasked to rescue dolphin
HM Coastguard's Coleraine team were tasked on Sunday morning, 17th March, after receiving a report of a dolphin washed ashore in Lough...
Mar 17, 2024


Plans to see more than 200,000 new trees planted at Woodburn Forest
Aerial photo of Woodburn Forest, County Antrim. More than 200,000 trees are to be planted in Carrickfergus through an ambitious...
Feb 28, 2024


Repair plan agreed for Waterfoot beach following damage caused by Storm Ciaran
Waterfoot beach. (Image: Colleen Rainey) Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will begin repair plans at Waterfoot beach, following...
Feb 23, 2024


Translink awarded highest biodiversity accolade
Translink’s Kate Finnegan shows a ‘bug hotel’ to a student from Buick Memorial Primary School, Cullybackey. Translink has secured...
Feb 19, 2024


Plans accepted for proposed new walking trail on North Coast
Downhill Forest. Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has accepted a proposed development of Drumagally Trail in the north coast...
Feb 18, 2024


Basking Shark carcass over six metres long washes up on Causeway Coast
The National Trust team at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, have shared the story of a 'fishy tale with an Isha ending' after a...
Feb 11, 2024


Minister Muir pledges urgent action on Lough Neagh
DAERA's Deputy Chief Fisheries Officer Arthur Niven (left) and DAERA Minister Andrew Muir chat at Ballyronan Marina. DAERA Minister...
Feb 8, 2024


RSPB NI calls for immediate action from Stormont to protect nature and climate
RSPB NI has today, Monday, 5 February 2024, welcomed that the Northern Ireland Assembly has returned to Stormont and is again ready for...
Feb 5, 2024


NI Water highlights efforts on World Wetlands Day to preserve and protect vital areas of biodiversity
Natural peat dams at the Garron Plateau Special Area of Conservation in County Antrim. World Wetlands Day is celebrated across the world...
Feb 2, 2024


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
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