Ards Peninsula Tourism

Weather warning from @metofficeni for strong winds on Saturday 4 April and overnight into Easter Sunday morning. Risk of travel delays, power cuts, flying debris, damage to buildings, large waves in coastal areas, and fallen trees. Info and advice: nidirect.gov.uk/winds

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#STRANGFORD FERRY SUSPENDED - TECHNICAL REASONS #PORTAFERRY (16:23)

Heres a shot of Jupiter with the Constellation Gemini ♊️ and Castor and Pollux plus The OrionRegion and Lepus below and bright star Sirius seen here on 21/02/26. @MoonHourSocial @ThePhotoHour @StormHour #Moonpliedes #M45 #severnsisters #Astronomy #samsunggalaxy #Samsungastronomy

Can’t make your MOT appointment? You can change it to another date online. If you don't cancel your appointment at least one clear working day before, you will then have to pay for another appointment. Don’t lose out on the fee: nidirect.gov.uk/services/chang… @deptinfra

Disability Employment and Support Day Welcoming employers, those with a disability, neurodiverse condition, carers and parents/guardians. 📆 Thursday 26 February 2026 👉 Bangor Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex ⏰ 1pm-4pm. Free Admission | BSL Signer available

#ULB #Portaferry Due to a road closure this weekend Ulsterbus 10 services will be on diversion. Full details are on this page on the website translink.co.uk/service-incide…

It's important to be cancer aware, know what to look out for, and speak to your GP if you notice any signs or symptoms . Find out more: nidirect.gov.uk/conditions/can… #CancerPreventionActionWeek @healthdpt @publichealthni

Latest Job Vacancies 👉 Assistant Sports and Recreation Development Officer Closing date for applications: Thursday 5 March 2026, at 4.00pm To apply please visit the Jobs and Careers section of the website: ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/jobs

Police in Newtownards are currently at the scene of a one vehicle collision on the Comber Road roundabout. Traffic is down to one lane and there are delays in the area.

There is a weather warning from the @metofficeni for ice tomorrow (Wednesday 28 January) from 3am until 10am. Travel disruption possible. Take extra care. Info and advice: nidirect.gov.uk/news/ice-weath… @deptinfra @belfastcc @NIFRSOFFICIAL @PoliceServiceNI

#WinterService - Temps forecast to fall below freezing - risk of ice on roads developing overnight. Salting of roads on scheduled roads at risk planned for Mon evening / early Tues AM (1/2) (20:34)

A Christmas Message from the Mayor, Cllr Gillian McCollum "This year, my theme has been Belonging; a reminder that every person in our Borough matters, every person is worthy of belonging and we are stronger when we stand together." Read full message at ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/Mayors-Christm…

Parents and guardians are being warned about the dangers of lithium button cell batteries. These batteries, used to power many children’s toys, are highly dangerous if accidentally swallowed. Find out more: nidirect.gov.uk/news/dangers-b… @publichealthni

🧥 Winter Coat Project Donation Points open Monday 5 January! In January 2026, we will be again partnering with Orchardville and ROC Northern Ireland to facilitate collections of donated clean, pre-loved coats for children and adults. For more details: ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/Coats

🎄Christmas & New Year Bank Holiday Refuse Collection Arrangements 🎄 Please make sure your bin/container is set out for collection on the appropriate day by 7:00am. Access to Household Recycling Centres is by appointment. For details visit: ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/Recycle

Road users are advised to reduce speed and drive with extra caution given this morning’s wet road conditions. Heavy rain has resulted in surface water and flooding of roads in many areas. Leave plenty of time for your journey - and keep a safe distance between vehicles in front.

Temperatures are forecast to fall below freezing and there is a risk of ice on roads. The Salting of roads on the scheduled network considered to be at risk is planned for this evening. (1/2)

Information from @daera_ni about how to report sightings of dead wild birds. Human infections with #AvianInfluenza are rare, and Public Health Agency guidance to the public is not to touch dead or sick birds.

Taking part in sport or leisure is a great way to have fun and stay healthy. Find out more: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/sport… @CommunitiesNI @publichealthni