Yearly Archives: 2026

Events to improve the lives of older residents will be held across the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough over the next two years, thanks to funding allocated from the PEACEPLUS programme.

Tenders sought for PEACEPLUS Age Friendly programme in ABC Borough

A series of workshops and activities to improve the lives of older residents will be held across the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC)...
Older People’s Parliament is taking place in Stormont on Thursday 15 October, 2026.

ABC residents can make voices heard at Older People’s Parliament

THE cost of living, healthcare, housing and transport are just some of the challenges which will be highlighted at the forthcoming Older People’s Parliament...

Armed Forces Day flag raised at Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre

On Monday, 22 June, a delegation led by Deputy Lord Mayor Alderman Lavelle McIlwrath gathered at Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre for a ceremony...

Buskfest Banbridge celebrates strong turnout with over 60 performers across the town!

Banbridge streets were once again filled with music and excitement as the annual busking competition which celebrated its 22nd anniversary this year returned on...

Lord Mayor visits Craigavon Area Hospital in support of healthcare workers

The Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Councillor Mary O’Dowd, visited Craigavon Area Hospital on Wednesday 17 June, where she met with...
Large group of people standing outside New-Bridge Integrated College with some students kneeling in the front row and holding a PEACEPLUS sign.

Local school-club partnership to deliver PEACEPLUS funded sports floodlighting project in Loughbrickland

A new sports floodlighting project at New-Bridge Integrated College in Loughbrickland has been announced as part of the the council’s PEACEPLUS Local Community Action...

Council celebrates ‘best project’ win at RTPI NI Awards for Planning Excellence

Council has been named ‘Best Project’ winner at the prestigious RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute) Northern Ireland Awards for Planning Excellence 2026, in recognition...

Local and international volleyball athletes welcomed at Civic Reception

Earlier this month, the Lord Mayor Councillor Mary O’Dowd hosted a Civic Reception at the Palace, Armagh to welcome athletes and international guests ahead...
Joining the Lord Mayor, Councillor Mary O’Dowd in Portadown Town Centre are PSNI Chief Inspector, Charlie Caldwell, PSNI District Commander, Brendan Green, Deputy Lord Mayor, Alderman Lavelle McIlwrath, Anthony Alfred, Numa Restaurant, Portadown, Chair of Portadown Chamber of Commerce, Geraldine Lawless, Councillor Julie Flaherty, Chair of the Economic Development and Regeneration Committee, Councillor Kyle Savage and Councillor Kyle Moutray.

Partners unite to support Open for Business across Borough Town Centres

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, business representatives and the PSNI have come together to reaffirm their commitment to supporting local businesses and...

Scarva Concert Bands Series Returns This Summer

A much‑loved summer tradition returns as the Scarva Bandstand Concert Series launches on 12 April, bringing live music to the heart of the village every Sunday from 3–4pm. Running...