Latest News from the Ring of Gullion

The John Toal Show Live in Forkhill

Posted on: 14th May 2019

John Toal broadcasted live on Saturday 11th May from the household of the talented Quigg Family in Forkhill, with young Trad band Soilse - providing the tunes as well as Briege Murphy – who penned the famous song ‘The Hills of South Armagh’.

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Camp Gullion 2019

Posted on: 13th May 2019

Camp Gullion returns to the village of Mullaghbawn this summer, from Monday July 1st to July 15th with a group of 25 Catalan children from Barcelona coming to enjoy the history, culture, music, and to meet young people, of South Armagh.

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Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) – Higher Level-closing Friday 17 May 2019

Posted on: 7th May 2019

The Environmental Farming Higher Level Scheme primarily aimed at site specific environmental improvements at strategically important sites and for priority habitats and species is open until 5.00pm on the 17th May 2019. Check your DAERA maps to see if you are eligible.

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Final Call for Performing Families for TG4 Show

Posted on: 7th May 2019

TG4 in conjunction with Adare Productions are back looking for Ireland’s Most Talented Family to take part in a new series of TG4's Réalta agus Gaolta.

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Anne Marie McAleese for Radio Ulster Your Place and Mine- Ring of Gullion Edition

Posted on: 7th May 2019

Listen into Anne Marie McAleeseon on her Radio Ulster's Your Place and Mine programme on Saturday(11th May) at 8.00am for a fabulous overview of all the great heritage activities happening in the area.

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Irish Rare Breeds Conference 2019, 16th to 18th May Mulranny Park Hotel

Posted on: 7th May 2019

The Old Irish Goat Society in association with the Irish Rare Breeds Society Presents the 3rd Annual Irish Rare Breeds Conference 2019.

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Help search out squirrels and pine martens in the Ring of Gullion

Posted on: 5th May 2019

The Ring of Gullion and Cooley Red Squirrel Group have joined up with the Red Squirrels United project to carry out a survey of red/grey squirrel and pine martens across Northern Ireland in the coming months.

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Dorsey Dig – Delving into the mysteries of the Dorsey Embankment

Posted on: 21st March 2019

Archaeologists from Queen's University are carrying out an excavation on Dorsey Embankment. Find out more about the Dorsey and the open dig sessions available for anyone to come along and have a go.

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Spirit of Northern Ireland Awards 2019

Posted on: 14th March 2019

Brought to you in partnership with Specsavers, the Sunday Life Spirit of Northern Ireland awards pay tribute to those who make Northern Ireland a better place with their selfless acts and inspirational deeds. High on emotion and packed with celebrities, these awards are a dazzling opportunity to recognise local people who have done extraordinary things.

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Links to supporting guidance in the event of a no deal exit

Posted on: 5th March 2019

A number of short guides have been published on GOV.UK providing information on preparations traders should make in the event of a no deal exit from the EU.

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Towards a New Common Chapter: Evaluation Seminar

Posted on: 5th March 2019

On the 28th of March 10:00am – 2:30pm representatives from community organisations in Northern Ireland and Ireland, along with representatives from England, Scotland and Wales, will come together at NICVA in Belfast to reach agreement on a final version of the New Common Chapter for Cooperation Within and Between these Islands.

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