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Northern Ireland open farms and petting zoos to visit with the kids this summer
Fun Stuff
Inspiration for a fun summer day out
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Tickets on sale now to join superhero adventure aboard train in Downpatrick
Downpatrick
"Hop aboard the SuperTrain, team up with Spider-Man and friends, and help save the day in this thrilling family adventure"
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'My kitten was three hours away from death after I saw what was on her face'
Real Life
Three-month-old kitten, Izzie, almost lost one of her nine lives after roaming around her owner's backgarden
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Free Pair of Wristbands to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park worth £51.50
Apple
Enjoy a visit to Scotland's Theme Park this summer
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WIN the ultimate family day out at Emerald Park
Republic of Ireland
We have four all-access tickets to give away!
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24 free family events happening across Lisburn and Castlereagh this summer
Family
"There’s something to inspire every little adventurer, performer, and dreamer all summer long"
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Diogo Jota's wife's heartbreaking four-word message two days before car crash
Liverpool FC
The couple, who married just 11 days ago, shared pictures and videos of the ceremony just this week
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Get a free National Trust day pass for your family day out this summer!
In the Know
Ready for a perfect spring or summer day out?
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McDonald’s FREE Fun Football Festivals return to Northern Ireland this summer
Grassroots Football
The annual event for kids and families is coming to Belfast, Portstewart and Newcastle
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Two new padel courts to open in Northern Ireland with plans for 50 courts by Christmas
Carryduff
Let's Go Padel, the sister company of a popular adventure resort, has ambitious plans to open more courts
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Belfast's Twelfth July Orangefest gets £40,000 funding boost
The Twelfth
The Communities Minister said the funding will help make the event more 'inclusive and family friendly'
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Rose Fair to bring flowers, family fun and fabulous food to Lady Dixon Park once again
Things to do Belfast
Admission to the fair is free
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We holidayed in Turkey for the first time, and it was an eye-opening experience
Travel
Turkey has never been a must-visit destination for me and this holiday really opened my eyes
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Percy Pig fans 'need' M&S' 'beautiful' £8 item that 'smells delicious'
Marks & Spencer
M&S customers heaped praise on the 'shimmering' product that's earned glowing reviews
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Win a luxurious 7-night sunshine getaway to Spain with IDILIQ Hotels & Resorts!
What's On
Enjoy a sun-soaked getaway with IDILIQ Hotels & Resorts, as they're giving six lucky guests a 7-night stay at their their lavish Ramada Hotel & Suites Costa del Sol.Enter now!
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Bangor community supporting family of 5-year-old boy diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
Real Life
"We are absolutely devastated to learn of Tommy’s diagnosis and will be raising funds to support Tommy's family through the toughest of times"
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Co Down outlet to get new bowling alley and family entertainment centre
Entertainment
Work is due to start on site immediately
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Dunville Park closed by council after fire causes extensive damage
Falls Road
The incident has been widely condemned and branded "shameful"
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Top 8 things to do with the kids in Northern Ireland during bad weather
Northern Ireland
Don't let the rainy weather spoil your family time
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The 9 newly refurbished playparks to check out across Northern Ireland
Family
There are plenty of great spots that have been recently refurbished around NI
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Things to do with the kids across NI this Bank Holiday weekend
Family
Lots of fun seasonal events happening over the next few days!
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Things to do across Northern Ireland this Bank Holiday weekend
Things to do Belfast
With a long weekend ahead we have you covered with some of the big events happening across the country!
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Seaside 'rave' for families happening in Co Down this weekend
Bangor
The Bank Holiday festival is free to attend
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Family day out ideas across every county in Northern Ireland
Fun Stuff
Some fun ideas for the Bank Holiday weekend
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Shoppers have discovered a way to get the cosy piece for cheaper
We were spoilt for choice at popular NI restaurant's new location
Cookstown
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
Ballymena
Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year
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Food And Drink
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.
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"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
Ballymena
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
Food And Drink
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
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
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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
North Coast
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'
Glengormley
The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm
Six cases heard before NI courts this week
Courts
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
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
Crime
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
Courts
It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11