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NI News & Events: From Apple Orchards to Meat Loaf Magic 🎶🍏
NI News & Events: From Apple Orchards to Meat Loaf Magic 🎶🍏
Teacher bursaries launched, Bailey the hero dog’s new chapter, and a rock tribute hits Belfast.
News & Events NI
Sep 25, 2025
Leaves are starting to turn, but the local events and stories are still full of life. We’ve got your need-to-knows, what's on, and feel-good news from around Northern Ireland. Let’s dive in! 👇 |
Trivia Question❓Which famous toy company originally created the game of Twister in 1966? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Education Minister Paul Givan has launched the TransformED bursary scheme, a £8.2 million plan to tackle the teacher shortage in Northern Ireland, especially in STEM fields.
From September 2026, new PGCE students in Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Computing, Technology and Design, and Irish-Medium Education will receive up to £17,000 per year, covering tuition and providing a monthly living stipend.... Read More... |
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County Armagh’s cherished apple industry is thriving thanks to a recent £300,000 investment from the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs.
This funding highlights the importance of apples to the local economy, heritage, and environment, with Minister Andrew Muir praising the sector’s positive impact.
Key to Armagh’s identity, the famed Bramley apple has held Protected Geographical Indication status.... Read More... |
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Bailey, a three-year-old cocker spaniel previously serving as a support dog at Magilligan Prison in County Derry, has found a new home after intense public concern over his well-being.
Welfare advocates, spurred by reports that Bailey was distressed by constant loud noises and lacked a consistent handler, organised campaigns using #AllDogsMatter and #ProtectBailey to demand his removal... Read More... |
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The Simple Kitchen Trick That Saves Your Herbs |
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Dirt B Gone has grown from humble beginnings to become a trusted cleaning name in Northern Ireland over the past 20 years.
The company delivers a wide range of services for local homes and businesses, including routine housekeeping, deep cleans, end-of-tenancy touch-ups, and holiday let preparations.
Their attention to detail is visible in spotless rooms and the inviting scent left behind after each visit... Read More... |
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Steve Steinman will bring his acclaimed show, Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story, to Belfast’s SSE Arena on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Steinman, celebrated for his charismatic stage presence and global theatrical success, delivers a high-octane tribute to Meat Loaf and the late Jim Steinman.
The evening promises over 25 classic hits like "Bat Out of Hell" and "Paradise By The Dashboard Light", with a ten-piece live band and dazzling stage production.
Fans will also experience Steinman’s chart-topping single, created alongside John Parr and Meat Loaf... Read More... |
🎟️ What’s On – Events (26th - 2nd Oct) |
Vinyl Island: Queen – A Night at the Opera - 26th September
Real music, real records, real history. Celebrate 50 years of A Night At The Opera
Belfast Maritime Festival - 26th - 28th September
A vibrant celebration of sea, ships, stories and shared experiences.
Apple Sundays at Ardress House - 28th September
Celebrate Armagh’s apple heritage at Ardress House with family fun, nature, and seasonal activities.
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King Pins is set to open a cutting-edge entertainment venue in Belfast this November, bringing a major boost to the city’s leisure scene.
The multi-million-pound complex will occupy over 30,000 square feet at The Keep on Castle Lane, marking an exciting first for Northern Ireland.
Featuring 15 ten-pin lanes, ice-free curling, and duck pin bowling, the venue introduces fresh activities new to local residents and visitors.
Guests can also enjoy crazy pool, tech darts, karaoke, batting cages, shuffleboard, and a vibrant arcade... Read More... |
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