Northern Ireland: Army Cadets Recruitment Night - Monday 6th October

 

Army Cadets are recruiting at Sunnyside Detachment.

This Monday night in the Army Reserve Centre, you can go along and see for yourself what it's all about. If you live in the area, and are looking for an exciting new hobby - why not call in meet to meet the cadets and volunteers.

https://armycadets.com/find-a-detachment/?lat=54.5756&lon=-5.9187&search=BT7%203EX&type=postcode

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Northern Ireland: Storm Amy School Closures - Education Authority Northern Ireland

 

Emergency Early School Closure - Storm Amy

School Closures Counties Antrim, Londonderry, Tyrone and Fermanagh.

All schools located in the areas affected by the amber weather warning in Northern Ireland are required to close at 12 midday today, Friday 03 October 2025.

This decision has been taken in the interests of the safety of children, young people and staff.

The amber warning covers the western half of Northern Ireland - counties Antrim, Londonderry, Tyrone and Fermanagh.

The Education Authority consulted with the Met Office to ensure there had been no overnight amendments to the alert.

The alert applies to the period 3pm to 8pm today and is warning of a spell of damaging winds on Friday late afternoon and evening.

It has cited the potential for power cuts and damage to buildings, including a risk of injuries from flying debris

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Northern Ireland: Severe Weather Warning - Storm Amy

 

Weather warning for strong winds from 4pm Friday 3 Oct to 6am Saturday 4 Oct.
Injuries/danger to life possible from flying debris or large waves at coast.
Travel disruption, power cuts, damage to buildings, fallen trees likely.
Info and advice: http://nidirect.gov.uk/winds
#StormAmy

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Northern Ireland: Veterans' Roadshow & Lunch Banbridge - Tuesday 21st October

 

Veterans Roadshow & Lunch – Banbridge

Join them at the Banville Hotel, Banbridge on Tuesday 21st October for the next Veterans Roadshow & Lunch.

Meet support organisations, Catch up with friends, Enjoy a bit of craic (and a bite to eat!)

Free to attend – veterans and families welcome. Register now at: www.nivco.co.uk

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Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of Veterans Newsletter NI is Out Now.

 

The latest edition of the Northern Ireland Veterans Newsletter is now live. You can read it here:
https://www.nivco.co.uk/.../Veterans-Newsletter-NI-Issue...

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Northern Ireland: Pumpkin Patch at The Junction Antrim - Saturday 25th - Thursday 30th October

 

£8 Pumpkin Patch this Halloween in Antrim - Tickets on sale now, book online.
Saturday 25th until Thurs 30th October.

Step into the patch, grab a mini wheelbarrow, and hunt down your dream pumpkin. Then roll up your sleeves at our decorating zone and create something truly spook-tacular!

Grab your tickets here https://tinyurl.com/antrimpumpkinpatch

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Northern Ireland: History Talk - The RBL & The Commonwealth War Graves Commission - Friday 10th October

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Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, October Showings

 

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Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.

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Northern Ireland: Twilight Night at Wallace Park - Wed 22nd Oct & Thurs 23rd Oct

 

Get ready for a night of pure enchantment and excitement.

Experience a mesmerising lantern parade led by the pulsating sounds of SPARK!, followed by a host of attractions and a delicious selection of local treats at the Artisan Food Village. The night culminates in a superb fireworks finale and laser show.

e-Tickets: £3 per person or £15 for a family of 6

Tickets are available exclusively online starting at 12 noon on Wed, 1 October.

*IMPORTANT*
Please make sure you have a registered account with ISLAND Arts Centre before the tickets go on sale or update your existing account's password. You can do that here: https://www.islandartscentre.com/account.

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Northern Ireland: NI Direct. GOV.UK Vehicle Tests: Temporary Exemption Certificates

 

Vehicles that were first registered between 1 June 2020 and 31 May 2021 or between 1 June 2018 and 31 May 2019, and have a valid Northern Ireland MOT will be given a Temporary Exemption Certificate (TEC ).
This means they will not need a vehicle test (MOT) for 12 months from the date their current certificate expires.
Find out more at: http://www.nidirect.gov.uk/.../guide-booking-your-mot...
Department for Infrastructure

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Northern Ireland: Northern Ireland Military Wives Choir - Free taster session - Tuesday 30th September

 

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Do you enjoy singing?
Do you like having a laugh while drinking tea and eating cake??
If the answers are yes … then why not come along and give the NI Military Wives Choir a try.
There is no audition process, you don't need to be able to read music or have any previous experience.

Come along and give us a try at our FREE Taster session!
Tuesday 30th September 2025
Tea and cake from 7.30pm
Singing from 8pm
Garrison Church, Thiepval Barracks, Lisburn

If you would like more info, please click here for an email address

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Northern Ireland: Derry Halloween - October 28th - October 31st

 

For four unforgettable nights in October, the ancient Walled City is transformed into Halloween HQ.

Join ghosts, banshees and mystical Celtic creatures as they come out to play on our 400-year-old walls. Marvel at stunning light shows, acrobats and circus performers. Feel the warmth of the Derry welcome and dance alongside thousands of costumed revellers, under a sky filled with fireworks.

Click here for more details

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Northern Ireland: Causeway Coast and Glens Annual Events Listing

  

Remaining events across the Causeway Coast & Glens Borough this year.

For all official event updates, info, activities and more, make sure to follow the Council's Events page Causeway Coast & Glens Events

*Please note that all event dates are subject to change.

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Northern Ireland: Contact the HIVE

Email the HIVE here

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Northern Ireland: ni4kids Magazine - Latest Edition Out Now

 

NI4Kids Magazine, latest edition is out now to view online. Click here for more details

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Northern Ireland: AFVBC Breakfast Clubs Throughout Northern Ireland

  

The purpose of Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Clubs is to facilitate veterans and serving Armed Forces personnel to meet face to face in a relaxed, safe, social environment to enjoy breakfast and banter, to combat loneliness and allow veterans to ”return to the tribe”
Free to attend, free to join.

There are no fees, subs or commitments: AFVBC don't exist to support any national charity, organisation or business: just turn up, pay for your breakfast and enjoy the company of other Armed Forces Veterans.
There are seven AFVBC's in Northern Ireland for more details www.afvbc.world

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Northern Ireland: NIdirect Cost of Living Information and Advice

  

Information and advice about support with the cost of living, including:
• help with energy costs
• help with your income
• help for families and children
• help for older people
• help with housing
• help with other costs
Find out more: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/cost-of-living
Jobs & Benefits Northern Ireland

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Northern Ireland: Belfast Giants Ice Hockey Team, SSE Arena

 

The Belfast Giants are a professional ice hockey team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
They compete in the UK's Elite Ice Hockey League and play their home games at the SSE Arena.
For a great evening out for all the family click here to book your tickets

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Northern Ireland: DMWS Independent Counselling for Serving Women

 

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Northern Ireland: Mountpanther Park Halloween Fest - Saturday 11th October - Friday 31st October

 

From picking and carving your perfect pumpkin with the friendly team, to braving the spooky Haunted House, meeting eerie walkabout characters, and winding through a magical Spooky Trail—there’s something for everyone.

Don’t miss out on seasonal snacks like pumpkin spice churros and lattes, adorable Halloween crafts for little hands, and our fang-tastic fancy dress competition with amazing prizes. Plus, with stunning photo spots around every corner, it’s the perfect place to make autumn memories.

For more details, please click here

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