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Holly McCarroll & Midge (North Down). (Pic: Freelance)

An action-packed weekend at Ardnacashel Equestrian

Kevin McKay, Chief Executive of Giant’s Park Belfast Limited, and John Walsh, Chief Executive of Belfast City Council at Giant’s Park, north Belfast.

Major new adventure park moves a step closer

White's Oats new snack bar is available at selected Tesco stores.

White’s launches new on-the-go Oaty Bar

Store owners Eileen, Richard and Lucy Moore officially opening the rebranded EUROSPAR community supermarket.

Retailers open all-new community supermarket in Cloughmills

Mayor Ciarán McQuillan with Clare Quinn, Council Trade Engagement Officer, and Mairéad Whall, Far and Wild, at the launch of the 2025 Causeway Coast and Glens Walking Festival.

Festival invites walkers to enjoy spectacular trails

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FMD fears over lack of protection for farmers

Ellie McDowell riding Vanderbitt, clear in the 1.10m Showjumping. (Pic supplied by Tori OC Photography)

Baileys Horse Feeds flexi eventing series gets underway

Horses have sensitive hearing and are naturally alert to sudden loud sounds or movements. (Pic: Horse & Country)

Spooked horses: How to calm them and what to do when you encounter them

Shonagh Higginbotham, LMP Officer, Clare McGillion, Development and Engagement Officer, Northern Ireland Childminding Association, Trudy Doherty, Social Worker, Early Years Learning, Western Trust, and Nicki Gilleece, Manager, LMP. (Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography)

New programme aims to create job opportunities for Childminders

The free seminar is for businesses keen to encourage disabled visitors.

Seminar for those keen to Embrace the Inclusive Spirit with disabled visitors

CAFRE Enniskillen Campus Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care students Meghan Bunnett, Tramore, Co. Waterford, and Chloe Killeen, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, captured at a visit to Ballyward Equestrian. (Pic: Freelance)

Horse behaviour studies at CAFRE Enniskillen Campus

Stephen Best, General Manager at Henderson Print, with the new Platinum Q3XL printer, which the company has invested over £200,000 in to enhance printing capabilities for the sector in Northern Ireland.

Investment by Henderson Print will enhance commercial print capabilities for NI

Thousands of children contact Childline every year due to loneliness.

Thousands of lonely children turning to Childline for help and support

Artist Julie Wilson's work is inspired by her visit to the arctic region.

Arctic inspired exhibition opens at North Down Museum

Charmer and Lucy Johnston win the 70cm class. (Photo: Equi-Tog)

Christmas Cracker Show at Laurel View Equestrian Centre

Apprentice Gabby Harrison and mentor Friedrich Machala.

SERC apprentice set for Young Chefs Olympiad in India
A CULINARY arts apprentice at South Eastern Regional College (SERC) has secured a place in the final of the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) Young Chef Olympiad, which takes place in Goa, India, on February 2.
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Kiltmaking apprentice Claire, Grahame Harris and his mother Kim outside their kilt shop on Sandy Row in Belfast. Tartan Tales begins on BBC iPlayer and BBC Two Northern Ireland on Sunday, January 19, at 10pm.

Tartan tales from Belfast’s Sandy Row

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Influenza vaccination programme extended to everyone aged 50 to 64 years of age

Fiona Carragher, Chief Policy and Research Officer, Alzheimer’s Society, with Health Minister Mike Nesbitt.

Charity challenges Health Minister to address rise in dementia cases

Lucy Rooney and Donegreagh Rosanna - East Antrim. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Arena eventing and showjumping at Ardnacashel

Joe McGirr of Boatyard in Fermanagh.

Global acclaim for Fermanagh Boatyard’s double gin

Economy Minister Conor Murphy with Sandra Bailie, Head of Organisational Development, NICVA (left) and Lisa McIlvenna, Deputy Managing Director, Business in the Community.

Conference aims to strengthen business and community partnerships

The sunshine on a winter holiday allows tourists to get in a bit of their favourite exercises.

Holidaymakers choosing winter sun breaks to stay active, Jet2holidays finds

Jonny McDowell has gained an MBE for supporting local produce at delis in Belfast and Comber. He is pictured with business partner Laura Bradley in the Ormeau Road deli.

Royal nod for deli’s backing for local food and drink producers

Helen Mulholland, from Rasharkin, County Antrim, has a key role in the future development of Irish Whiskey. She was previously master blender at Bushmills Distillery and helped in the development of world class whiskeys.

Feminine touch for Ireland’s buoyant Irish whiskeys

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New BVD measures ‘crucial’ for tackling virus spread says union

Pictured at Holestone Farmers Bloodhounds Randalstown meet. (Pic: Freelance)

Holestone Farmers Bloodhounds begin the New Year with meet
HOLESTONE Farmers Bloodhounds began the New Year with a meet at Randalstown on Saturday, January 4.
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Katie Surgenor jumping Joey. (Pic: Lyndon McKee Photography)

Good cheer for end-of-season derby at Connell Hill Equestrian

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Jimmy Nesbitt to captain Irish team for MND fundraiser for Doddie Weir charity

Mid Ulster District Council Chair Eugene McConnell at ‘The Turf Man’, Bellaghy, ahead of Bellaghy Regeneration Strategy drop-in session at HomePlace later this month.

Bellaghy regeneration strategy consultation launched

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Next steps in development of Newry Southern Relief Road Scheme

Sara-Jane Sloane with Buddy had a lovely double clear in the 80cm class. (Pic: Jennifer Leonard/Ecclesville)

New Year, new showjumping league at Ecclesville

Economy Minister Conor Murphy with Clodagh Palmer, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Banbridge company Alternative Heat, Niall McCartan, year 2 higher level apprentice at Southern Regional College, Denise Cornett, Training and Apprenticeship Manager, Southern Regional College, and Lee Campbell, Principal and Chief Executive, Southern Regional College.

Minister launches Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week

Charlotte Morton and Robbie took 2nd place in the fancy dress class. (Pic: Ellie Johnston Photography)

Rescheduled Christmas Show is a huge success at Knockagh View

The team at Brill Design started work on Dunluce Lodge in the summer of 2023, bringing a wealth of classic detail to the hotel.

Brill Design appointed by global hospitality giant for new five-star project

Connie Gray and Joker. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Christmas showjumping at Ardnacashel Equestrian Centre

Colin Murphy is appearing at the Alley later this month.

Entertainment for all as Alley launch spring programme

Any sort of physical activity is good for the body.

Ways to get active in 2025

Pictured at the launch are Maureen Ledwith, left, and Maria Hourican from Business Exhibitions Ltd, with Jonathan Adair of sponsor Bookit by NI Travel News.

Beat the winter blues with a visit to Holiday World

Twin Stacks founding directors Liam Brogan, Shane McCarthy and Donal MacLynn.

Export boost from Finland for Newry’s Two Stacks with ‘One to Watch’ endorsement

Founders and co-chairmen of Clearer Twist Sitki Gelmen and Ross Lazaroo-Hood, who is also global CEO.

Tasty twist on the premium water scene

Gareth Irvine of Copeland gin and Irish whiskey.

Copeland Distillery official Ulster Rugby gin and whiskey partner

Alastair Bell of Irish Black Butter, Best Artisan Producer in Northern Ireland.

Global food experts find Alastair’s unique sauce one of life’s luxuries

Food innovator Andrea Bohar of Green Fingers Family in Larne.

Innovative energy snacks listed by top UK grocery business

Isla Clarke on Princess and Emily Irwin on Holly who took part in the Fancy Dress Parade. (Pic: Freelance/Jennifer Leonard)

A cracker of a show rounds off 2024 at Ecclesville

Aisleen Keenan and Sandy picked up second in Class 4. (Pic: Equi-Tog)

AWARE benefit from charity dressage at Laurel View Equestrian Centre

Overall Champion & Foal Champion – Downhill Bonnie from Geoffrey & Lesley Tanner. (Pic: Jen Speirs)

Downhill Bonnie rises to the top at Clydesdale foal show

Gillian McCormick and Charlie. (Pic: Freelance)

Winter Working Hunter League final held at Ardnacashel

Violet Campbell, Mourne Maverick. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Rocking around the Christmas tree at Hagans Croft's Christmas Dressage

Pictured at the Ayrshire show and sale which was held at Ballyclare at the start of December 1980 are, Jack Irvine, right, with the judge John McComb from Scotland, with his wife and daughter, Mrs Elaine McCaig. Picture: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

Top Ulster pigs for export to America after Cookstown sale (1975)

At the new JC Campbell dealership in Newry are dealer principal Stephen Campbell, left, and Ulster Bank senior relationship manager Danny McGivern.

Multi-million pound investment for third-gen car dealer

Deputy Mayor Darren Guy with Niamh Harte, DFC, Aaron O'Hagan, CRAFT Training, Samatha Lynch, Western Health and Social Care Trust, and Mark Hasson, chef.

Candidates sought for Hospitality Employment Academy

In Northern Ireland, the collection saw customers donate 78,331 meals to make a difference in their local community.

NI Tesco customers thanked for generous Winter Food Collection

Camilla James, South West College Head of People and Culture, council Chair John McClaughry, Supriya Foster, South West College Sustainability Officer, and Reece England, council Climate Education Officer. Regards

Schools invited to take part in Environmental Youth Speak competition

The Boondocks feature in the spring Ards and North Down arts programme.

Celebrate spring with exciting new arts and heritage programme