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NI history and heritage combine under one roof for public to explore
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons examines some of the HERoNI artifacts on exhibit at PRONI. A combined public archive which brings...
Apr 28, 2024


Get ready for a blooming marvellous time at the Portglenone Forest Bluebell Festival!
Get ready for a spectacular display of wildflowers as the annual Bluebell Festival returns to Portglenone Forest on Saturday, April 27th...
Apr 23, 2024


Will you abseil 80ft at Roe Valley this June to save lives for Air Ambulance NI?
Take to new heights with an 80ft abseil down the spectacular O’Cahan’s Rock in Roe Valley Country Park in Limavady on Saturday 8th June...
Apr 20, 2024


Ballyclare May Fair: A week of fun for everyone!
L-R: Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper, Ulster-Scots Agency Representative, Jacqueline and May Fair Working Group...
Apr 18, 2024


Belfast Castle celebrates 90 years of being a gift to the city
Belfast Lord Mayor, Councillor Ryan Murphy was joined by Mia Kingston and Cailen McMullan from Ben Madigan Prep School at Belfast Castle...
Apr 18, 2024


Generations come together in Dunloy for a celebration of Irish culture and music
Colleen Tunney, Martin Crawley, Melissa Hayes, Lisa McGuckian Young and old came together in Dunloy for a celebration of Seachtain na...
Apr 13, 2024


Help dig deep into heritage this May in Mid and East Antrim!
The Community Archaeology Programme NI (CAPNI) are visiting Shaftesbury Park in Carrickfergus this May to undertake a community dig – and...
Apr 13, 2024


Willow and Lore Glamping – a haven to be experienced in the Antrim hills
Love Ballymena had the pleasure of joining Willow and Lore for a unique soul refreshing experience – FIRE, FEAST AND FOLKLORE. This was...
Apr 5, 2024


Get the best blooms in the Borough at the Spring Plant Fair
Spring has sprung and there is no better time to get your favourite flower fix – Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is pleased to...
Apr 4, 2024


Community Rescue Service NW200 Truck Run: Celebrating truck enthusiasts & supporting a great cause
The highly anticipated NW200 race week will kick off with an exciting new addition to its lineup of events! The NW200 Truck Run, a...
Apr 2, 2024


Ballymoney Spring Fair brings two days of free carnival fun this April!
The much-anticipated Ballymoney Spring Fair makes its return on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th April. Enjoy two days of free live music,...
Mar 29, 2024


Have an egg-cellent Easter with Translink!
Abbie & Lacie pictured with their Mum at Antrim train station enjoying a family day out. This Easter, Translink is offering fantastic...
Mar 29, 2024


Getting ready for Portrush Raft Race 2024
The planning for Portrush Raft Race is ‘full steam ahead’ to be ready for 25th and 26th May! The event will take place on Saturday 25th...
Mar 28, 2024


Council grants entertainments licence as plans shape up for Shane’s Castle Steam Rally
An entertainments licence for Shanes Castle Steam Rally was approved by Antrim and Newtowbabbey Borough Council at a meeting on Monday...
Mar 26, 2024


The Puffin Premiere: Rathlin's feathered friends are back!
RSPB NI is pleased to announce that the punctual Puffins have returned! As anticipation builds for spring, the first of these charismatic...
Mar 26, 2024


It’s an extra special Easter as Belfast Zoo turns 90!
Arrival of Daisy the elephant in 1930s Belfast Zoo turns 90 on 28th March 2024 and will be kicking off a year of celebrations for this...
Mar 26, 2024


Free activities this Easter at Dobbies’ Antrim and Lisburn stores
Dobbies' Little Seedlings Ambassador, Iniya Evelyn Raf. Dobbies, the UK’s largest garden retailer, is welcoming families along to its...
Mar 25, 2024


Causeway Coast Ford Fair returns with ever-popular display of vehicles from across the decades
The ever-popular and fantastic annual Causeway Coast Ford Fair returns this year to Portrush on Sunday 2nd June. With 2024 marking the...
Mar 24, 2024


RED ARROWS set to dazzle at Armed Forces Day with Diamond Nine display
The Red Arrows are set to dazzle at this year’s Armed Forces Day at Jordanstown, Loughshore Park on Saturday 22 June, with a new nine...
Mar 23, 2024


Ballymena Rock Choir brings the entertainment to town
Ballymena Rock Choir members singing in the Tower Centre in the town over the weekend. Rock Choir Leader, Rachel Coulter led her...
Mar 21, 2024
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