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Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to Return to Belfast in 2027 Belfast Confirmed to Host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in 2027 Belfast has officially been confirmed as the host city for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in 2027, marking the second consecutive year the city will stage the world’s largest celebration of Irish music and culture. The […]
Northern Ireland Football League Announces 36.8% Increase in Prize Money The Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) has announced a 36.8% increase in prize money across its competitions starting from the 2025/26 season. This latest uplift means prize funds have increased by almost 67% since the 2021/22 campaign, providing stronger financial support for clubs across the […]
Mid Ulster District Council Seeks Public Views on 2026–2027 Improvement Objectives Mid Ulster District Council is asking residents to give feedback on its proposed improvement objectives for 2026–2027. The consultation focuses on improving customer experience, supporting opportunities for young people, and reducing the Council’s carbon emissions. Residents can share their views online or through local […]
Major Drugs Operation in Mid Ulster Sees Six Arrests and £15,000 Seizure Police have carried out a major drugs operation in Mid Ulster, resulting in six arrests and the seizure of an estimated £15,000 worth of controlled drugs. Officers from the District Support Team (DST), supported by Local Policing Team (LPT) and Neighbourhood Policing Team […]
The Write Choice: 1,800 Pupils Prepare to Hit the Polls for World Book Day Almost 1,800 primary school pupils from 17 schools across the Mid and East Antrim area are preparing to cast their votes in a special ‘Top Children’s Author Election’ to mark Democracy Week 2026. The vote will take place on World Book […]
(L-R) Director of Prisons, David Kennedy; Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick; Lord-Lieutenant for County Antrim, Mr David McCorkell KStJ and Cadet; Director General, Beverley Wall pictured at a Commemorative Service held at Ballyclare War Memorial Park. Northern Ireland Prison Service Honoured with Freedom of the Borough in Antrim and Newtownabbey Antrim and […]
Ten Dead Following Mass Shooting at School and Nearby Home in British Columbia A mass shooting in the small northern Canadian community of Tumbler Ridge has left 10 people dead, including the suspected gunwoman, and at least 27 others injured, authorities have confirmed. The attack began at approximately 1:20pm local time at Tumbler Ridge Secondary […]
Free Activities Across Belfast to Launch European City of Sport 2026 Belfast is set to begin its European City of Sport 2026 celebrations with a packed weekend of free activities for residents of all ages and abilities. Hosted by Belfast City Council in partnership with leisure operator GLL, the On Your Marks! Open Weekend will […]
What a Proposed UK National Police Service Would Mean for Northern Ireland A proposed UK-wide National Police Service would not automatically apply to Northern Ireland. Policing is devolved, and any new body operating here would require local consent and legislation. Existing arrangements with UK agencies would remain unchanged unless formally amended. Policing and Devolution in […]
How the JobStart Apprenticeship Pathway Works Belfast jobseekers are being encouraged to attend a city-centre Jobs Fair to find out more about the JobStart Apprenticeship Pathway, a new programme designed to connect people with training, paid work placements and long-term apprenticeship opportunities. The initiative is being delivered by Belfast City Council in partnership with the […]
