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€380 Pint of Murphy’s Steals the Show as ‘Dress to Impress’ RNLI Dinner Dance Raises Over €17,000
Last Friday 3rd October, 101 guests from Ballycotton and the surrounding area Dressed To Impress for a Ballycotton RNLI Fundraising Dinner Dance, hosted in the elegant surroundings of the Bayview Hotel overlooking Ballycotton harbour and lifeboat.
Pat Nolan
Oct 6, 20252 min read


Killaloe Coast Guard unit respond to vessel in difficulty with two persons on board
Killaloe Coast Guard unit were requested to assist a 19 foot lake boat that lost engine power and was stuck against the Eel Weir under Killaloe Bridge.
Pat Nolan
Oct 6, 20251 min read


Lough Derg RNLI assists lone skipper on 22ft yacht with engine failure
Valentia Coast Guard requested Lough Derg RNLI lifeboat to launch to assist a lone skipper on a 22ft yacht with engine failure and drifting towards shoals inside the Hagan Rock.
Pat Nolan
Sep 30, 20252 min read


A busy Sunday for Bangor RNLI volunteers following three separate incidents
The volunteers of Bangor RNLI conducted three operations following reports of people in difficulty.
Robert Stone
Sep 29, 20252 min read


Two call outs on a busy Sunday for Lough Swilly RNLI
Sunday 28 September was a busy day for volunteer RNLI lifeboat crew from Lough Swilly lifeboat station, as they responded to two callouts within the space of one hour.
Pat Nolan
Sep 29, 20252 min read


Larne RNLI rescues two people after boat breaks down off coast
Volunteers at Larne RNLI lifeboat station responded to a report of a seventeen-foot boat in difficulty.
Robert Stone
Sep 28, 20252 min read


Courtown RNLI launch following a report of a kayaker in distress
The volunteer crew at Courtown RNLI lifeboat station were requested to launch following a report by a member of the public saw what was thought to be a paddleboard in distress.
Pat Nolan
Sep 26, 20251 min read


Larne RNLI rescues three people after boat breaks down off coast
Volunteers at Larne RNLI lifeboat station responded to a report of a boat in difficulty.
Robert Stone
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Galway RNLI Lifeboat Station Open Day
The Galway lifeboat station at the New Docks in Galway will hold an open day on Sunday 28 September from 11am to 4pm and everyone is welcome to visit the station, see the lifeboat and meet the crew.
Pat Nolan
Sep 24, 20252 min read


Arranmore RNLI volunteers recognised for rescue efforts and long service
Arranmore RNLI experienced a busy weekend with crew being awarded for the rescue of a kayaker, a long service award, two new recruits and two calls for assistance.
Pat Nolan
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Carrybridge RNLI Volunteer Successfully Completes Head Launcher Passout
Carrybridge Lifeboat Station is delighted to announce that one of its dedicated shore crew, Nigel Carson has completed his Head Launcher passout which signifies that he is fully trained to command the launch and recovery of the lifeboat, a significant milestone in his lifesaving journey.
Robert Stone
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Arranmore RNLI crew receive award for saving life of kayaker
Two young volunteer crew members from Arranmore RNLI are being recognised by the charity for their part in the September 2023 rescue of kayaker Malachy Doyle.
Pat Nolan
Sep 15, 20252 min read


Carrybridge RNLI tasked to 3 separate rescues within an 8 hour period
Carrybridge RNLI’s inshore lifeboat, was launched at the request of Belfast Coastguard, to assess a 10 metre vessel with two people on board, reported to be grounded approx. 1 mile North East of Naan Island.
Robert Stone
Sep 13, 20253 min read


Larne RNLI tasked to the aid of two swimmers in difficulty off Ballygally Beach
Larne RNLI were requested to launch their Inshore Lifeboat and their All-Weather Lifeboat at the request of HM Coastguard after member of the public reported two swimmers in difficulty close to Ballygally Beach.
Robert Stone
Sep 10, 20252 min read


End of the busy summer season for RNLI lifeguards in Northern Ireland
Friday 5 September 2025 RNLI lifeguards in Northern Ireland bring their seasonal daily cover to a close however the team will continue a...
Robert Stone
Sep 5, 20251 min read


Carrybridge RNLI Volunteers Successfully Complete Shore and Boat Crew Passouts
Carrybridge Lifeboat Station is proud to announce that six of its dedicated shore crew members have completed their shore side assessments. Two boat crew have also completed Tier 2 assessments which signify they are fully trained boat crew, a significant milestone in their lifesaving journey.
Robert Stone
Sep 5, 20252 min read


Fenit RNLI invite public to Lifeboat Open Day
Fenit RNLI will open its doors for its station open day on Sunday 7 September from 1-5pm. All are welcome to attend for a fun-filled day out for all the family.
Pat Nolan
Sep 2, 20251 min read


Newcastle RNLI launched to kayakers reported to be in difficulty
Newcastle RNLI were requested to launch following reports off 2 kayakers in water after capsizing in surf off Newcastle beach.
Robert Stone
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Lough Derg RNLI assists 2 people on 32ft cruiser with engine failure
Valentia Coast Guard requested Lough Derg RNLI lifeboat to launch to assist 2 people on a motor cruiser with engine failure near Terryglass, the most northerly part of the lake.
Pat Nolan
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Training session turns into a call out for Lough Neagh Rescue volunteers
During a routine crew training exercise in challenging Force 3–4 south-easterly conditions, Lough Neagh Rescue volunteers spotted an upturned boat near the shore in Kinnego Bay, raising immediate concern as nobody appeared to be nearby.
Robert Stone
Aug 31, 20251 min read
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