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RNLI lifeguard Eva Jones rescues bodyboarder in 9ft surf at Portrush
RNLI lifeguard Eva Jones RNLI praises swift response as lifeguard Eva Jones aids bodyboarder caught in 9ft surf and strong winds An RNLI...
Aug 6, 2025


Portrush RNLI seeks new shop manager to support lifesaving efforts
Portrush RNLI is inviting applications for the position of Shop Manager as it looks to strengthen its retail team and continue raising...
Aug 1, 2025


TUV’s Kyle condemns “misinformation” as PSNI confirms peaceful Portrush Parade as 12,000 attend
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has praised organisers of the Portrush Sons of Ulster Flute Band parade following a...
Jul 21, 2025


Ministers congratulate Scottie Scheffler and hail 153rd Open at Royal Portrush a huge success
First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly pictured with the famous Claret Jug at Royal Portrush Golf...
Jul 20, 2025


Kyle congratulates Portrush Sons of Ulster on spectacular parade night amid media scrutiny
Portrush Sons of Ulster Image: Paul Berry TUV Causeway Councillor Allister Kyle has issued a robust statement praising the Portrush Sons...
Jul 20, 2025


Portrush RNLI rescues ill casualty from vessel 10 miles offshore
Portrush RNLI launched its all-weather lifeboat (ALB) on Saturday afternoon (19 July) following reports of a person taken ill on a vessel...
Jul 19, 2025


Communities Minister tees off at The Open in Portrush
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons and Ian Pattinson, Captain of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, are pictured with the...
Jul 19, 2025


Major parade as Portrush Sons of Ulster Flute Band event returns amid Open Championship crowds
Portrush is preparing for a significant evening of festivities and potential congestion this Saturday as the annual Sons of Ulster Flute...
Jul 18, 2025


Two paddleboarders rescued by RNLI lifeguards at Portrush West Strand
Lifeguards Ellen Gibbons and Oran Clyde Two paddleboarders were dramatically rescued by RNLI lifeguards at Portrush West Strand on...
Jul 14, 2025


Public urged to respect air exclusion zone and travel safely during The 153rd Open in Portrush
With The 153rd Open Championship in full swing, the public is being reminded of strict airspace restrictions in place throughout the...
Jul 14, 2025


Portrush RNLI responds to missing child alert and medical emergency at Benone Beach
Portrush RNLI returning to station Sunday afternoon. Image: Launch Authority Wes Moore Portrush RNLI’s volunteer crew were called into...
Jul 13, 2025


Double call-out for Portrush RNLI as paddleboarders and swimmer rescued in separate incidents
Portrush RNLI experienced a busy evening with two separate launches within minutes, after being tasked by Belfast Coastguard to assist...
Jul 12, 2025


Portrush RNLI Lifeboat crew rescue casualty on Antrim Coast
The Portrush All-Weather Lifeboat was launched on Thursday evening following reports of a person in the water near Dunseverick. Belfast...
Jul 11, 2025


The Open Camping Village set to welcome record numbers at Royal Portrush with boost to local economy
Eimear Hone, Major Events Manager at Tourism Northern Ireland pictured with Tom Critchley, Camp Leader, at this year’s Open camping...
Jul 10, 2025


Jason Murray sentenced for killing father-of-five Paul Rowlands in Portrush
Sentenced: Jason Murray (left) Remembered: Paul Rowlands, with his daughter Lucy Jason Murray has been handed an indeterminate custodial...
Jul 8, 2025


Civic pride on display as volunteers tee off for The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush
(L-R): Volunteer Mervyn Best, Carolyn Boyd, Industry Development Manager at Tourism NI, Lindsay Armstrong, Community Projects Manager at...
Jul 7, 2025


RNLI Portrush champion John Martin honoured for lifesaving fundraising efforts
RNLI Fundraising volunteer John Martin with Pamela Ballantine. A dedicated RNLI volunteer from Portrush has been recognised for his...
Jul 5, 2025


RNLI Lifeguards respond to back-to-back rescues at Whiterocks Beach
Image: Michael Jess RNLI lifeguards stationed at Whiterocks Beach sprang into action on Tuesday afternoon, responding to two separate...
Jul 4, 2025


North Coast hotel achieves prestigious five-star Tourism NI rating
(L-R) David Roberts, Director of Strategic Development at Tourism NI pictured with Stephen Meldrum, General Manager of Dunluce Lodge,...
Jul 2, 2025


Hilton launches The Marcus Portrush as first Tapestry Collection Hotel in Northern Ireland
Hilton has officially launched The Marcus Portrush, marking the debut of its Tapestry Collection brand in Northern Ireland. Opening its...
Jun 25, 2025
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