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🌟 Planning a major tourism event in Lisburn & Castlereagh?
Chair of our Regeneration & Growth Committee, Alderman James Baird, is inviting organisations to apply for grants of up to £10,000.
📅 Apply by 27 Nov 2026 🔗 smartsurvey.co.uk/t/C5J8KY/
📢 WE'RE HIRING for the following roles:
➡️ HR & OD Officer
➡️ Health and Fitness Officer
➡️ Inclusive Communities & DEA Officer
⏰ Closing date: 10/11/2026
🔗 Apply here: ce0736li.webitrent.com/ce073…
Essential repairs are underway at Hillsborough Village Centre. Committee Chair Alderman James Baird and Vice Chair Alderman Allan Ewart were on site this morning as work commenced, helping to support this important community facility.
🎁It’s nearly time to unwrap your winter read!
CityWide is packed with Christmas events, seasonal information, local stories and competitions.
Free copies arrive next week - delivered to LCCC homes, available for pick up, or sign up to read online: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/citywide…
📢 Biomethane producers and businesses interested in using biomethane are encouraged to take part in a Department for the Economy Request for Information.
👉 Have your say today: consultations.nidirect.gov.u…
Honouring Brokenness has officially opened at the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum.
This inspiring exhibition by The Golden Thread Group showcases collaborative textile artwork exploring themes of restoration, renewal and connection. Read more: lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/w/…
⚠️Due to Storm Boelo, some council services and scheduled activities will be impacted this weekend. For the latest information on service arrangements and any disruptions, visit: lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/w/…
⚠️ Keep an eye on our page for service updates within the LCCC area.
#StormBoelo strong winds weather warnings:
- amber in some areas from 9pm tomorrow (Sat 24 Oct) to 9pm Sunday
- yellow 10am tomorrow to 12pm Sunday
Injuries/danger to life possible,travel disruption,power cuts,flying debris,fallen trees likely
Info/advice: nidirect.gov.uk/winds
ALT Storm Boelo- strong winds weather warnings Amber triangle – amber warning Saturday 24 October 9pm to Sunday 25 October 9pm Yellow triangle – yellow warning Saturday 24 October 10am to Sunday 25 October 12pm
🎁Our Pre-Loved Christmas Toy Scheme is back for 2026, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Ireland, bringing our community together to share joy, support local families and give good-quality toys a new story.
Read more: lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/w/…
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🚬 We’re taking steps to help protect children and young people from the harms of nicotine addiction.
🚭 From 29 October, it will be illegal in NI to sell vapes or nicotine products to anyone under 18. Buying these products on behalf of someone under 18 will also be banned.
ALT Graphic with a calendar and text which states: “New tobacco and vapes laws in 7 days”
🏃 International athletes are heading to Billy Neill MBE Country Park for the NI International Cross Country Championships.
Supported through @lisburnccc's Major Events Fund, showcasing elite competition & bringing visitors to the area. 🔗 lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/w/…
@AthleticsNI
Honoring service and sacrifice
Join Mayor Brian Higginson on Oct 21, 2 PM at Castle Street, Lisburn for the unveiling of the NI Prison Service Memorial. A tribute to those who served our community.
#NIPSMemorial #CommunityTribute #Lisburn
Have a Spook-Tacular Halloween in Lisburn & Castlereagh
We've got a whole host of family fun planned this Halloween beginning with the Relaxed Twilight Night on Wed 21 Oct running right through to Sat 31 Oct.
📷To find out more: lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/ha…
💡 Work has begun on a new lighting project at #CarryduffPark.
The scheme will improve accessibility, support safer use of the park during darker months and create more opportunities for walking, exercise and recreation all year round. Read more: lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/w/…
Lagan Valley Island will be illuminated in blue to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week.
BLAW brings people together to remember babies' lives, raise awareness of pregnancy and baby loss, and ensure that everyone affected knows they are not alone.
🔗sands.org.uk/blaw
TICKET UPDATE!✨
Tickets for our Relaxed Twilight Night will go on sale to the wider public (not just LCCC residents) tomorrow at 12 noon. 🥳
⏰Set your alarms and head to islandartscentre.com/event/r…
🔌Keep copper in use by recycling your old cables!
Millions of unwanted cables are sitting unused in our homes. Recycle them in the ‘small electricals’ container at our Household Recycling Centres and help support a more circular economy. ♻️
#RecycleYourElectricals
#EWasteDay
♻️Help prevent fires by recycling vapes safely at your nearest Household Recycling Centre.
We have dedicated containers at our household recycling centres for the safe disposal of vapes. Ask a member of staff for assistance.
ℹ️More info on recycling: lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/bi….
🔵 Lagan Valley Island is illuminated in support of Community Transport Week.
This year’s theme, 'Driving Communities Forward' celebrates the people who keep community transport moving every day.
For more info: laganvalleyruraltransport.co…
