Council News

Portadown People’s Park Bursts into Life with Vibrant Family Fun Day

On Saturday 9th August 2025, Portadown People’s Park was transformed into a lively hub as families from across the community came out to enjoy...
Four people standing in a field with food and a sign saying Lamb and Local.

“Lamb & Local” Food Fayre to celebrate local farming in Katesbridge

On Saturday 23 August, Shanaghan Hill Farm in Katesbridge will host “Lamb & Local,” a one-day food fayre celebrating sustainably raised lamb and the...

An apple a day: Armagh food and cider weekend returns in September

Armagh’s much-anticipated Food and Cider Weekend – which celebrates the region’s PGI-status Armagh Bramley Apples, world-class craft cider, and award-winning hospitality – is returning from...

7 Hills Blues Fest Hits All the Right Notes in Armagh after another successful...

Armagh City was alive with rhythm and celebration as the 7 Hills Blues Fest made a triumphant return from Friday 1 to Sunday 3...

Final lap for Ulster Rally in ABC Borough after six thrilling years

The countdown is on for one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting motorsport events as over 100 rally crews prepare to compete in the 2025...

American guests visit Palace

The Lord Mayor, Ald Stephen Moutray and Lady Mayoress Mrs Myrtle Moutray were delighted to meet with Georgia State Representative John Carson from the...

US Consul General pays visit to Armagh

The US Consul General, Mr James Applegate (US Consulate General Belfast), accompanied by Ms Dori Winter, Political Economic Chief, paid a visit to the...

Carleton Street Orange Hall Celebrates 150th Anniversary

In a few weeks on 12th August 2025 Carleton Street Orange Hall in Portadown will mark its 150th Anniversary, and last evening the Lord...

Portadown Golf Club marks 125th Anniversary

The Lord Mayor, Alderman Stephen Moutray was joined by Councillor Kyle Savage and Cllr Kate Events to host a Civic Reception for Members of...

Visit Armagh launches new “Head to Armagh… and surprise yourself” campaign

Visit Armagh is proud to unveil its newest destination marketing campaign, “Head to Armagh… and Surprise Yourself”, a playful celebration of a place where...