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Men who kill women don't fit a single profile. There is no typical perpetrator. Today, we launched a new awareness campaign challenging assumptions about femicide and the men who commit these crimes.
24-hour Domestic & Sexual Abuse Helpline: 0808 802 1414
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Please be aware that resurfacing works are taking place today (Thurs 17 Sept) at The Palace , Armagh. Access to the Palace car park and grounds remains open, though some minor disruption may occur due to traffic management measures. Normal access will resume tomorrow.

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The Community & Wellbeing Committee meeting will take place on Monday 14 September 2026 at 6.30pm.

Watch the live meeting here:👉 https://t.co/hcZcMN15Jz

Agenda & reports are available on the day of the meeting here:👉 https://t.co/09KF3mdmk0

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Booking community facilities across the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon council area is now easier than ever with the launch of a new online booking system! 📣 🏛️

For more information on booking community facilities, please visit https://t.co/V3SIFMdeE2

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Grant applications close soon! Reminder that applications for the following grants close this Friday 11 Sept, 12 noon:
🔹 Community Grants
🔹 Good Relations Grants
🔹 Arts, Culture & Events Grants
🔹 Small Capital Grants

Find out more at: 👉 https://t.co/ToKQJssu6A

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The Governance, Resources & Strategy Committee meeting will take place on Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 6.30pm.

Watch the live meeting here: https://t.co/sRlFjk4zm7

Agenda & reports are available on the day of the meeting https://t.co/Rs3MIpV2x4

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We are delighted to host a talk on the Magill Family, formerly of Meeting Street at Dromore Community Centre on Thursday 1 October at 7pm.

Booking is essential. For more information and to book visit:👉 https://t.co/afy3sIuogS

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The Economic Development & Regeneration Committee meeting will take place on Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 6.30pm.

Watch the live meeting here:👉 https://t.co/0K2WkA9TvB

Agenda & reports are available on the day of the meeting here:👉 https://t.co/pmGDnrK4No

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Applications are open for a range of community grant programmes to support eligible groups with running costs, programmes & events (1 Dec 2026 - 31 Mar 2027, inc Christmas tree switch-on events from 16 Nov). Applications close 11 Sept 2026 at 12noon 👉 https://t.co/jVXQCDWTud

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Join us for an EVAWG Grant info session at Brownlow Hub, Monday 7 Sept 7pm - 8.30pm. Come along and speak to the funding team about how the grant can support community group programmes aimed at preventing violence against women & girls.

For more info:👉 https://t.co/TtRISoo6K7

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The Planning & Regulatory Services Committee meeting will take place on Wednesday 2 September 2026 at 3pm.

Watch the live meeting here 👉 https://t.co/xvlxwzz219

Agenda & reports are available on the day of the meeting here 👉 https://t.co/WBMJz71Gqh

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The EVAWG Grant is now open for applications! 📣

Join an info session to find out more:
📅 Tues 1 Sept, 6.30pm - 9pm, Brownlow Hub
📅 Wed 2 Sept, 3pm, online

Register attendance: [email protected]

more info: 👉 https://t.co/AUUCrchwVl

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The Environmental Services Committee meeting will take place on Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 6.30pm.

Watch the live meeting here:👉 https://t.co/27HHIog5uJ

Agenda & reports are available on the day of the meeting here: 👉 https://t.co/LZSTuvivzD

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Community & voluntary groups 📣 Be part of our campaign to end violence against women & girls! The EVAWG Grant is open 1 - 18 Sept!
Join an info session to find out more:
•1 Sept, 6.30 - 9pm Brownlow Hub
•2 Sept, 3pm, virtual
Register 👉 [email protected]

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📢Reminder - Bank holiday arrangements (Monday 31 August)

🗑️Bins will be collected as normal. Please leave your bin out by 7am.
♻️Recycling centres will be closed.

ℹ️Find out about the bank holiday arrangements for all council services and facilities at https://t.co/ZPnRBVKaKr

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Ready to add some Bollywood sparkle to the weekend? Then come and 'Dance with Deepika' at our FREE Culture in the Park workshops!
* Tommy Makem Arts Centre, Keady : Saturday 29 August | 11am-12.30pm
* Brownlow Community Hub: Saturday 29 August | 1.30pm-3pm
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The Full Council meeting will take place on Monday 24 August 2026 at 6.30pm.

Watch the live meeting here:👉 https://t.co/mg8HHx9mj8

Agenda & reports are available on the day of the meeting here:👉 https://t.co/0R0kdGqexO

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Today's the day! We're looking forward to welcoming you to Portadown People's Park this afternoon for our FREE Family Fun Day. Come along between 12pm and 4pm and enjoy lots of activities, meet local organisations and spend quality time with family and friends. See you there!

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Only 2 days to go!🥳 The countdown is on to our FREE Family Fun Day at Portadown People's Park! What should you expect?
🤩 Face Painting
🖌️ Arts & Crafts
🏃 Sports Activities
😊 Messy Play
🥳 Inflatables
🤝🏻 Community Information Stands
Tag a friend!

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Final call! Nominations for the Community Awards 2026 close tomorrow! Don't miss your chance to recognise the local champions who help make our borough a better place to live, work and belong.
Nominations close at 12 noon tomorrow. Nominate here: https://t.co/GZ9ato3xRv