Family & Kids

Ten hotels perfect for a spring family getaway

Some ideas for those wanting to book a staycation over the next few months

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Play parks to keep the kids entertained across Northern Ireland

Some great places for kids to burn off some extra energy during the break

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Free Spring fair event to bring colourful blooms to Antrim this weekend

Spring Plant Fair offers a taste of what is to come later this year

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Northern Ireland 'fun and outgoing' families wanted for new Channel 4 series

"Our goal is to help you discover what you and your family really need to spend money on and what you don't"

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Spots that are perfect for a walk in the sun in and around Belfast

Where to get your steps up when the sun finally appears in NI

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Easter events and egg hunts taking place across Northern Ireland

Egg-citing things are happening across the country this year

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Free family fun day taking place in Belfast this weekend

Things to do Belfast

Some weekend inspiration for the family

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NI mum sounds alarm about ice pop ingredient after "unresponsive" child rushed to hospital

Food Standards Agency advice is that ice drinks, commonly known as 'slushy' drinks, that contain glycerol should not be given to children under the age of five

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Dunnes Stores product recalled after baby required 'surgical intervention'

The chain moved quickly to alert people to any potential risk

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NI schools urged to enter Weatherbies song competition for World Earth Day

Pupils are to compose an original 'Big Eco Song' inspired by their school's Eco-Code and featuring one or more of The Weatherbies characters.

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Ulster Hospital neonatal nurse creates cherished milestone moments book for parents

South Eastern Trust

“Parents lifting their baby from the cot for their first cuddle is a milestone in itself, it’s a very precious time for any mummy and daddy.”

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WATCH: Young Co Down mum opens up about her breastfeeding journey

“Everybody tells you that breastfeeding is hard but that didn’t hit me until I had Arielle.”

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Meet the Bangor man inspiring our next generation of scientists

Sean Greer has worked at the hugely popular Belfast family attraction for over 20 years

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NI mum's new business could be just what you need to help children unwind before bed

"I do know the importance of the kids winding down in the evening and how mad it can be"

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Belfast city centre to get new play park, event space and urban forest

Belfast City Centre

Work is set to start in July this year.

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List of Irish last names that mean you're a secret royal - is yours on the list?

A list of the 90 or so "captains" who were Ireland's autonomous royal families around 1515 has recently come to light

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Young NI TikTok star backs AWARE NI's "Express Yourself" Poetry Competition

"I want to encourage kids to understand that it’s okay to talk about their feelings"

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Legoland Windsor's new luxury accommodation options perfect for family getaways

LEGOLAND Windsor Resort and Theme Park is less than 10 miles from London Heathrow airport and now offers three resorts to choose from for a family holiday

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70 kids general knowledge quiz questions to test your little ones

There are a few tricky questions in there that even the grown-ups might struggle with!

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Santa tracker live 2024 will show you where he is in the world right now

Make sure you are asleep before Santa arrives!

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Northern Ireland children battling life-limiting conditions enjoy trip of a lifetime to Lapland

"From meeting Santa to playing in the snow, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience we’ll treasure forever."

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Patrick Kielty reacts as bosses make big change to this year's Late Late Toy Show

The Late Late Show

The Dundrum man is looking forward to his second year hosting the annual Christmas extravaganza and his young sons Milo and James are really feeling the excitement

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Your ultimate guide to festive fun across Northern Ireland this Christmas

Delight in the sparkle, cheer and magic of some top events this Christmas

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Grand Opera House 2025 pantomime to be The Adventures of Pinocchio - and tickets are on sale now

Grand Opera House

It will be panto dame May McFettridge's 35th Grand Opera House panto season

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Marks & Spencer M&S shoppers can snap up £12 teddy cardigan that's like 'wearing a cloud'Shoppers have discovered a way to get the cosy piece for cheaper

We were spoilt for choice at popular NI restaurant's new location

The Rusty Keg has relocated recently and the food certainly lived up to its beautiful new surroundings

Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination

Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year

Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey

The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.

Dunelm shoppers 'in love' with 'beautiful' £65 rug that's available in four colours

"I'm in love with this rug. The soft, neutral colours go perfectly in our living room and make it feel so warm and cosy."

Marks & Spencer Marks & Spencer shoppers can bag 'warm and fluffy' cardigan for under £13 The Teddy Borg Wrap Lounge Cardigan is available in two autumnal colours including dark raspberry and ivory

Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination

Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year

Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey

The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.

Belfast Oktoberfest social photos as pals toast to the start of the weekend

Things to do Belfast

Our photographer Justin Kernoghan was on hand to catch all the fun at Oktoberfest on Thursday night as pals started the weekend celebrations a little early

'I used to work at Boots and these are the best beauty deals ahead of Black Friday'

Boots has yet to confirm when its Black Friday deals will launch, but there are already plenty of ways to save on Christmas gifts, beauty products and more

Real Life Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife

Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed

A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart

Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'

The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm

Six cases heard before NI courts this week

Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences

Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast

The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening

Crime Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning

Northern Ireland can follow Slovakia's lead says Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Northern Ireland football team

Northern Ireland goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell eyeing a big night against Germany at Windsor Park

Shea Charles relishing 'one of the biggest nights' of his Northern Ireland career

Northern Ireland football team

The Southampton midfielder can't wait to get another crack at Germany

43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home

Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene

Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child

It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11