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Sign up now for Buskfest 2025 in Banbridge

Calling all musicians, performers, and music lovers! Buskfest, one of the most anticipated musical events of the year, is back in Banbridge on Saturday 14 June 2025, and buskers of all ages and genres...

Easter excitement as families enjoy the Lord Mayor’s Easter Trail and Fun Day!

Tannaghmore Gardens became a vibrant hub of laughter and excitement today (Thursday 17 April) as the Lord Mayor’s Easter Trail and Fun Day was nothing short of a hopping success! From 1pm to 4pm, families...
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Lord Mayor’s Gaeltacht Bursary Scheme Winners

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is thrilled to announce our winners of the Lord Mayor's Gaeltacht Bursary Scheme! Congratulations to: Cara Reid (£300 bursary) Aoibh Ni Choinn (£100 bursary) Aoife Hughes (£100...
Lord Mayor Councillor Sarah Duffy and Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Kyle Savage launch It’s In Your Hands conference to support Ending Violence Against Women & Girls. Pictured along with Gary Scott, Safeguarding Officer and Alison Beattie from the Community Development Team.

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Conference – It’s In Your Hands

Violence against women and girls is a very serious challenge in our society. It is a problem that is hidden in plain sight and every day we see how it is affecting the lives...
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Lord Mayor to light council buildings purple in support of International Women’s Day and...

In a vibrant display of solidarity and support, the Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Councillor Sarah Duffy will illuminate key council buildings in purple on Saturday 08 March to mark International...
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Council commemorates tenth anniversary of Care Day with tree planting ceremony

In a heartfelt commitment to the wellbeing of local young people in care, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough (ABC) Council held a special tree planting ceremony to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Care...

The Home of St Patrick Festival Returns to Honour our Patron Saint

- Armagh is the only city in the world with two cathedrals named in his honour - Armagh City – the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland and the only city in the world with two cathedrals...
Performance Improvement Objectives public consultation

Council launches public consultation for Performance Improvement Objectives

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has launched a public consultation process aimed at gathering views on its proposed Performance Improvement Objectives for 2025-26. From Thursday 06 February to Thursday 03 April 2025, members...

Appeal for ABC knitters to support Age NI fundraising campaign

Knitters from across the ABC Borough are being encouraged to sign-up for a special charity initiative. Age NI have launched their Big Knit fundraising campaign in conjunction with Innocent Smoothies, which involves knitters creating little...

‘Meet the Funder’ and unlock opportunities for your projects

Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council are excited to announce the upcoming ‘Meet the Funder’ event, taking place in Dromore Community Centre on Monday 20th January from 4pm to 7pm. This event is a...