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Holywood and Bangor Will Help Light London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route

Holywood and Bangor have been announced as communities on the route of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay. This means that the Olympic Flame will visit both towns during its 70 day/8,000 mile tour of the UK early next summer.

Holywood Pipped at Best Kept post

Holywood has clinched a prestigious honour - but narrowly missed out on the top place. - FULL ARTICLE

Congratulations Rory

Following his phenomenal win at the US Open on Sunday, Holywood is looking forward to welcoming Rory McIlroy home. 

Holywood celebration for Rory McIlroy later

Preparations are in place for a homecoming celebration for Northern Ireland golfer Rory McIlroy later, following his US Open victory. - More from BBC News

Communities in North Down Show Appetite for a Shared Future

Local community representatives who participated in an innovative anti-sectarian and racism training programme came together this week (Tuesday 21 June) at the Culloden Hotel to share and reflect on their experiences. 

Bike Week 2011

Saturday 18 June marks the start of National Bike Week 2011 and is the perfect time to dust down your bike and take part in one of the many cycling events taking place across Northern Ireland.

North Down Gives ‘High 5’ For New Food Hygiene Rating Scheme

North Down Borough Council is among the first in the UK to roll out a major nationwide scheme designed to inform people about the food hygiene standards in local food outlets. 

Tennent Vital: Line Up for 23 August Announced

The Script will headline the first day of Tennent’s Vital on 23rd August.  They be joined at Ward Park by very special guests Two Door Cinema Club.  There will be a full supporting bill announced soon.

2011 Bin Collection Calendar now online

Bin Collection Calendar 2011 Blue/Green

Bin Collection Calendar 2011 Grey/Green

Launch of North Down Sports Advisory Council Annual Sports Awards

04 November 2010
NDSAC ANNUAL SPORTS AWARDS FOR 2010

The NDSAC Annual Sports Awards for 1st January to 31st December 2010 are now open for nomination. This is your opportunity to nominate participants from your sport to be considered for awards under each of five categories.

Mayor of North Down Launches Charity Appeal

03 November 2010

Mayor of North Down, Councillor John Montgomery, has launched ‘The Mayor’s Charities’ an initiative to raise much-needed funds and promote the work of Help for Heroes and the Ulster Cancer Foundation.   

Applications are now invited for Community Development Grants

22 October 2010


Are you working within the community or voluntary sectors in the Borough of North Down?

Applications are now invited for Community Development 'Seeding' and Project Grants.  All applications will be considered against set criteria.  Closing date for the receipt of completed Application Forms is 5.00pm on Thursday 11 November 2010.

Mayor Montgomery Elected for 2010/11 Term

04 June 2010

At North Down Borough Council's Annual Meeting on Thursday 3 June, Councillor John Montgomery was unanimously elected as Mayor of North Down for 2010/11. 

Recycling Centre : Summer Opening Hours

26 March 2009

NOTICE of Holywood Residents Association AGM - 7.30pm Thursday 24th June

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Application to Join the Belfast City Airport Forum

Click above to download letter from the Belfast City Airport Forum

Royal Irish Honoured in Bangor Prior to Afghan Tour

More than two hundred soldiers, cadets and old comrades paraded through Bangor on Saturday 10 April as the Royal Irish Regiment exercised their right to march in North Down as Freemen of the Borough.   

Bangor Business Awards Scores a Perfect 10!

The time has come once again for Bangor to give recognition to business excellence with the launch of the Bangor Business Awards 2010. This year sees the awards celebrate their 10th anniversary and they were successfully launched on Friday 26th February in SIGNAL Business Centre of Excellence and are now fully underway.

Council Celebrates Double Win at NILGA Awards

North Down Borough Council topped two categories at the 2009 Northern Ireland Local Government Awards announced on Thursday evening (19 February 2010).  The Council’s Grounds Maintenance Manager, Ian Beaney, was recognised as the Local Government Employee of the Year and the Council’s annual Visible Women event, run in partnership with Ards Borough Council, won the Women in Local Council’s category.  Bangor Castle Walled Garden was a finalist for Best Improvement Project. 

£190K PEACE Grant Secured for Holywood

A Council-led consortium has secured almost £200,000 of PEACE III funding for the delivery of a peace-building project in Holywood that will aid the process of strengthening effective decision-making, whilst addressing the issues of sectarianism and racism.

Doggy Talks Prove Popular in Local Schools

As part of our work to promote responsible dog ownership, North Down Borough Council is talking to the dog owners of the future, whether they are in nursery, primary or secondary school.  The interactive talks teach children about the care and attention they must exercise if they become dog owners.  Personal safety around dogs is also discussed.

Bangor 10K Saturday 26th September 2009

On Saturday 26th September 2009 North Down Borough Councils's annual Bangor 10k Road Race took place with 800 competitors running in the event. The day was dry and warm and helped all participants stay in good spirits. This year included Championchip timing for all runners and recorded the first runner to complete the Bangor 10k in 30 minutes and 06 seconds.

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Hill Elected Mayor of North Down

11 June 2009

At North Down Borough Council's Annual Meeting on Thursday 11 June, Councillor Tony Hill was unanimously elected Mayor of North Down for 2008/09.