The Latest Breaking News from Carrickfergus

Barber who lost five family members in Turkey quake calls for safer buildings

Engin Calar, who runs a barber shop business in Carrickfergus, Co Antrim, knows of several relatives who have been killed in collapsing buildings.

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2023

Noel Playfair: Tributes to Carrickfergus Royal Steam Train driver who was "railway hero"

"I'm just going to miss my railway hero, that's all I can really say."

Belfast Live · Jan 18, 2023

Carrickfergus group on why cold water swimming is a New Years resolution you should stick to

Members of the Carrickfergus Bluetits swim at Fisherman's Quay each day all year round

Belfast Live · Jan 8, 2023

Elderly mother and brother of murder victim say death threat will not silence them

The family of Glen Quinn said they have been threatened up to 12 times since his murder in Carrickfergus in January 2020.

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2022

Princess Anne: Crowds line the streets in Carrickfergus for Royal visit

The wind and rain didn't stop crowds turning out to see the Princess Royal on her visit to the town

Belfast Live · Nov 2, 2022

Fire crews tackle blaze at Carrickfergus church

The blaze broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Belfast Live · Oct 30, 2022

Carrickfergus teenager raises over £20,000 for the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice

Madison began fundraising when she was nine and is the first ever Youth Ambassador for the NI Children's Hospice

Belfast Live · Oct 23, 2022

Body found in search for missing person in Carrickfergus

"The management and volunteers of the Community Rescue Service extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the deceased."

Belfast Live · Oct 13, 2022

Prince William asked very cheeky question as Kate cradles baby at charity visit

While visiting Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland, the Princess of Wales Kate Middleton was asked by a mum if she wanted to hold her baby - and she couldn't refuse with Prince William then being asked a very cheeky question by one lady

Daily Mirror · Oct 7, 2022

William and Kate bring historic town of Carrickfergus to a standstill

Thousands turned out to greet the royal couple in the Co Antrim town.

The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2022