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A large group of people stand outside The Halfway House in Banbridge.

Thirteen new tourism experiences set to boost visitor numbers to the borough!

Thirteen unique and exciting tourism experiences will help secure the borough’s position as an unforgettable tourism destination for domestic and international visitors! From experiencing the...
Stephanie Rock, ABC Age Friendly Officer and David Hammerton – Chair of ABC Seniors Network, launch the Spring edition of the ABC Seniors Newsletter.

Newsletter puts a ‘spring in the step’ for ABC Seniors

With Spring well and truly underway, the latest edition of the ABC Seniors Newsletter has a host of advice and activities to help you...

Women’s Wellness Event promotes health, well-being and empowerment

Over 70 women gathered at a Women’s Wellness Event at South Lakes Leisure Centre recently for a day dedicated to enhancing physical, mental and...

Powerful conference addresses the serious issue of ending violence against women and girls

“Violence against women and girls is a very serious challenge in our society – and one that affects everyone. It is a problem that...
A group of people standing in front of a screen which says 'Cultural Diversity'.

Council helps to deliver social change

Council was delighted to support cultural diversity and inclusion awareness events across Southern Regional College (SRC). In an increasingly interconnected world, students at the...
The first No Dig workshop of 2025 was held at Kinnego Bushcraft Community Garden in Oxford Island

Spring planting at Kinnego Bushcraft Community Garden workshop

Planting, seed sowing and lots of helpful advice were on offer at the first monthly No Dig workshop held at the Kinnego Bushcraft Community...

Culture in the Park a great success – despite the weather!

Even the weather couldn't put a dampener on the Culture in the Park event last Saturday in Solitude Park, Banbridge with families coming out...

Borough’s top talent honoured at ABC Senior Sports Awards

There was an overwhelming sense of pride at the ABC Senior Sports Awards on Friday 28 March when 150 guests gathered at Craigavon Civic...

Success at the 2025 Local Government Awards!

Councils throughout Northern Ireland celebrated as the ten award winners of the 2025 Local Government Awards were announced at an event hosted by Barra...
Deputy Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough, Cllr Kyle Savage pictured with those who took part in the Grandads and Grandlads programme at Millenium Court.

Grandads and Grandlads create special memories and crafts in Portadown

An intergenerational programme in Portadown organised by ABC Council has helped craft special memories, closer bonds along with some unique wooden art pieces. The Grandads...