Ferry FM

Community Radio Station. Based in Portaferry, County Down, Northern Ireland. Email: [email protected] @ferryfm.home.social

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

The Department for Infrastructure has launched a Strangford Lough Ferry Service Customer Engagement Questionnaire.

More details here: https://t.co/F8zRdIUv5f

[AfloatMagazine @AfloatMagazine]

Donaghadee RNLI Rescues Man From Harbour Waters Safely https://t.co/F1xcaFxDdh #Donaghadee #RNLI #LifeboatRescue #WaterSafety #Coastguard

[roadtozero @roadtozero]

#SchoolRun Parents, Carers, Grandparents, Childminders:
For everyone’s safety, especially children, always help passengers exit the vehicle on the side nearest the kerb.

If a child is sitting behind the driver, ask them to move across before getting out.

@deptinfra @daera_ni

[Portaferry Gala Festival @PortaferryGala]

A fantastic opportunity to support Portaferry Galafest 2026 and be part of one of the longest running community festivals in Ireland.

If your business would be interested in sponsoring GalaFest 2026, please get in touch. Sponsorship deadline: Friday 29th May #portaferrygala

[nidirect @nidirect]

Explore local historic buildings, archaeological sites and monuments with your fingertips.
You’ll find an extensive photographic record, maps, architectural drawings and more: https://t.co/Rxd6PG99lT
@CommunitiesNI

[nidirect @nidirect]

It's never too late to exercise.
Gardening, walking the dog, or organised activities like swimming classes are all good to get your heart pumping faster to improve your health and quality of life, no matter your age.
Read more at https://t.co/I7yGpfMIxy
@publichealthni

[DAERA @daera_ni]

A Bluetongue Virus (BTV) information webinar will take place tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April at 7:30pm.

The session will include speakers from DAERA and the @UFUHQ, providing key updates and guidance for farmers and stakeholders.

Register here: https://t.co/3uYy7qpXs1

[Met Éireann @MetEireann]

#StormDave will track near our W Atlantic coast #today bringing windy & wet weather🍃🌧️⚠️
👉Over high ground in Ulster➡️is a possibility of sleet or snow early on
👉Persistent & heavy rain will spread eastwards across the country through the afternoon, with spot flooding possible

[Met Office @metoffice]

Storm Dave will bring widespread gusty winds later Saturday, continuing into the early part of Easter Sunday 🍃

Northern parts of the UK are most at risk, where very strong and potentially disruptive gusts may develop

Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️

[UTV Live News @UTVNews]

For the first time, a vast archive from Northern Ireland’s most famous shipbuilders is opening to the public later this year.

Catch up on ITVX: https://t.co/4QkATZkqYP

[Met Éireann @MetEireann]

Mixed weather for the rest of the week.
Generally dull on Thur w/ outbreaks of rain & drizzle 🌧️

Rain on Friday giving way to sunny spells & scattered showers 🌦️

Bright & breezy with scattered showers for Sat, before becoming wet & windy for Sun ☔️

🔗 https://t.co/itZWaoDj9A

[Met Éireann @MetEireann]

Remaining windy tonight with fresh to strong W to NW winds➡️very strong gusts in Atlantic coastal counties🍃

Widespread heavy showers will continue, some falling as hail or sleet with snow possible on high ground🌧️🌨️

Lows of 0 to 4 C🌡️ with frost & icy stretches possible🥶

[roadtozero @roadtozero]

Take extra care driving on wet roads - your tyres will have less grip on the road
Watch out for fallen trees across the road network
Slow down, expect the unexpected
Allow extra time, anticipate debris as you travel
Check https://t.co/IhPZVsUPbA for latest updates
@NIRoadPolicing

[DAERA @daera_ni]

It's Love Your Pet Day! 🐱🐾

Today is a reminder to give your pets the care, attention and love they deserve - not just today, but every day.

For guidance on responsible pet ownership, please visit: https://t.co/7e0Ag3AcZO

[DAERA @daera_ni]

DAERA Minister @AndrewMuirNI has launched the draft Nature Recovery Strategy for Northern Ireland.

📅The public consultation is now open!
Respond before 18 March 2026 to have your say.

🔗More info: https://t.co/pp7C2kpI2y

[Translink @Translink_NI]

#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 https://t.co/YpD0rtr11g

[Met Office @metoffice]

More heavy rain to come in the south this afternoon, with flooding possible ⚠️

A mixture of rain, sleet and hill snow moving across Northern Ireland ☔

Drier in the north, but feeling chilly for all, especially in the wind 🌬️

[Met Office - Northern Ireland @metofficeNI]

Yellow warning of rain, snow affecting Northern Ireland https://t.co/VUHdy2D0xz

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

Road users are urged to exercise caution as rain and wind warnings remain in place for Storm Chandra.

More information here: https://t.co/yRHSe65HLA

@NIRoadPolicing @PoliceServiceNI @TrafficwatchNI @nidirect @metofficeNI

[Met Office @metoffice]

⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️

Ice across much of Northern Ireland

Wednesday 0300 – 1000

Latest info 👉 https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs

Stay #WeatherAware⚠️