Council News

Three people standing in a cafe holding a sign saying Spark It

New programme to ‘Spark It’ for aspiring female entrepreneurs

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has launched a brand-new female entrepreneurship initiative, Spark It ABC, aimed at supporting women across the borough...
New housing development

ABC Borough ranks first in NI for new build completions ten years in a...

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough has consistently ranked first among all 11 council areas in Northern Ireland for the number of new builds...
Three people standing outside Gasp Boutique clothes shop with a sign saying Shop ABC Gift Card

New Shop ABC Gift Card launches

“We all benefit from a thriving community.” The new Shop ABC Gift Card can be spent with shops, restaurants, salons, attractions and hotels – it’s...

What a day at the Armagh Tak£500+ event!

The community turned out in full force to our second Tak£500+ Market Stall and Decision Making event last weekend in Armagh. Local groups showcased...
Kilmocholmóg’s archaeology open day

Explore Kilmocholmóg’s ancient past at archaeology open day

Step into the past on Saturday 5 July 2025 at the Kilmocholmóg archaeology open day in Lurgan and uncover the secrets of an early...
Participants taking a guided walking tour of the Ancient Cathedral City of Armagh any Thursday-Sunday at 2pm from Thurs 19th June until Sunday 7th September 2025.

Unearth Hidden Gems with Armagh Guided Walking Tours and Archbishop’s Palace Tour

The Ancient Cathedral City of Armagh is undoubtedly one of the most visually stunning and historically intriguing locations on the island of Ireland. From...
Small group of people pictured with props

Lord Mayor announces chosen charities

Lord Mayor Alderman Stephen Moutray has officially announced two organisations as the chosen charities for his term in office. Charities set to benefit from monies...
Pupils from St Mary’s PS pictured at their environmental survey.

Pupils and council join forces for nature on lough shore

The shores of Lough Neagh have proven to be the perfect location for local school pupils determined to make a positive impact on their...
A small group of adults walking through the countryside.

Council awarded share of €7.5m PEACEPLUS funding to deliver community cross border walking programme

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is proud to announce it has been awarded funding from PEACEPLUS to help deliver ‘Walking for All’,...
Lord Mayor Alderman Stephen Moutray pictured with Colin, Cristine, and their son Robert Winter, Joanne McElmeel, Trade Liaison Officer at ABC Council, alongside representatives from 22 local tourism providers during a successful familiarisation visit to Dan Winter’s Cottage.

Successful Familiarisation Visit at Dan Winter’s Cottage

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council welcomed 22 local tourism providers to Dan Winter’s Cottage, Loughgall as part of its ongoing Familiarisation Visits programme. The tour was...