Good News Only – Here’s What’s Happening Locally
First off – a very warm welcome to The Digest, your brand-new weekly newsletter, bringing you the latest positive news, events, information, and more from across the Causeway Coast & Glens.
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This Week’s Highlights
Events
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Causeway Speciality Market – returns to Coleraine this Saturday, 9th August, from 9 AM to 4 PM.
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Cushendall Artisan Market – delivered by Naturally North Coast & Glens- is back this Sunday.
Causeway Shantymen Open Rehearsal Night – Wednesday 6th August, 7–9 PM at the Diamond Bar, Ballymoney. Everyone is invited to come along for an evening of great music and community spirit, with proceeds in aid of the RNLI. Check out their Facebook page here.
News
- Coleraine Shortlisted for High Street of the Year 2025 – A fantastic recognition of our vibrant local businesses and community spirit.
- New Padel Centre Coming Soon to Coleraine – Work is set to begin on transforming a prominent town centre site into a modern indoor padel facility, complete with multiple courts, a café, spectator seating, and accessible changing facilities. Padel, a fast-growing racket sport combining elements of tennis and squash, is set to bring new energy to Coleraine’s sporting scene.
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