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Billy Mullen
It is with great sadness that Lough Neagh Rescue announce the death of their patron and co-founder Billy Mullen. Billy served in Lough Neagh Rescue for over 25 years and during his time was a long serving Coxswain, saving the lives of countless people. From wiring the first lifeboat in the service and using his…
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Dangers of Waterways in Summer
June is National Safety Month and as the current spell of hot weather continues, Manus from Lough Neagh Rescue visits Kinnego Marina and explains to Get Active ABC about the dangers posed by waterways in summer.
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Danger of Frozen Waters
As the current spell of cold weather continues, Lough Neagh Rescue visits Craigavon Lakes and explains to Get Active ABC – Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council Health and Recreation Department about the terrible danger posed by frozen waterways. The message from Manus is clear – please stay safe and keep off the ice.
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Official Opening Kinnego Station and “Gary Breen” Launch.
Lough Neagh Rescue is proud to announce that on Saturday 24th September the official opening of the new Kinnego Lifeboat Station took place along with the launch of the newly refurbished lifeboat “Gary Breen”. Have a look at the movie to see highlights from that memorable day. Thank you to everyone who turned up to support this…
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Connor McGuckin
Today we have lost a dear friend and crew member number (39), Connor McGuckin. Connor was not just a crew member, he was a key role player in securing the future of Lough Neagh Rescue, delivering key projects and more importantly he was a great friend to us all. Connor will be deeply missed by…
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Mervyn Kidd
Earlier this morning Lough Neagh Rescue learned of the sad news that esteemed crew member and founding member of our Antrim station, Mervyn Kidd passed away peacefully. Mervyn was instrumental in setting up our Antrim base with his late son Martin Kidd. On behalf of the Board of Directors and Crew Members, we extend our…
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Barry Kerr LNR Gig
Former LNR Crew Member and internationally renowned artist Barry Kerr (& friends) are putting on a benefit gig for LNR in Lurgan on Friday August 9th 2019. This is a rare chance to see him play in his home town and is a night not to be missed! Some tickets are still remaining and can…
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David Gray – Bungy 1989-2019
Today Wednesday 3rd July 2019 marks the 30th anniversary of David Gray Jnr who tragically lost his life while out with friends on Lough Neagh. The boat David was travelling on sank, whist on passage from Ballyronan to Kinnego. Unfortunately, on the 3rd July 1989 there was no rescue service based on Lough Neagh. On…
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Open Day Battery Harbour
It’s that time of year again!!
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5 Mile and 10k Run
Can we take this opportunity to thank everyone for supporting our 5 Mile and 10k Run. It’s was a HUGE success. To all our sponsors Paul Berry Group Training, John J Donnelly M.B.E, Shivers Bathroom Interiors and Techmac Industrial Supplies, Asda Antrim and Tesco Antrim. Thank you for making the run possible. Thanks must go…
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Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey
Tonight we welcomed the Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council Paul Hamill to our weekly training session. Paul was given a tour of our Antrim station and learned all about our organisation and the services we provide on Lough Neagh and further afield. After learning about the safety aspects of PPE and proper use…
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Christmas tree festival at All Saints
Can we take this opportunity to thank Rev Stephen McBride, Rev Aaron Mcallister and Cynthia Cherry who presented crew members Drew Taggart and Desi Lundy with a cheque for £2000. This money was raised during the Christmas tree festival at All Saints. Can we thank all the members of the church and general public for…
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Amazon Smile
Great news for Amazon shoppers** Now you can donate to Lough Neagh Rescue when you shop online at Amazon. All you have to do, is go to http://smile.amazon.co.uk/ select your charity by searching for us, then continue shopping at smile.amazon and we automatically receive a percentage as a donation (see attached image). *NOTE* – This…
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Snow Assist
LNR were humbled today by the dedication of the staff in the Southern Area Health Trust as we assisted them with the movement of staff, delivery of essential medications, and helping midwives do the rounds checking in on the new mums and babys around the Armagh area. The ‘Beast from the East’ did not stop…
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Asda Green Token scheme
Can we take this opportunity to thank you all for your kindness in helping us receive this fantastic amount from the Asda green token scheme. Pictured L/R Crew member Brian Lavery Barbara Logan (Asda community champion) Crew member Ivan Crozier.
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Paddy Prunty
As 2017 draws to a close we would like to take this opportunity to congratulate our Honorary Member Paddy Prunty upon receiving his BEM Honour from the Queen for his services to Lough Neagh Rescue.
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County Antrim Paddle Sports Donation
Tonight we had a visit from the County Antrim Paddle Sports. They had a tour of the facilities and the children asked some great questions in relation to water safety. In the summer they had a charity fund raiser called the Big Bann Challenge and monies raised this year where donated to LNR. A magnificent…
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Convergys Donation
Convergys staff had a dress down day with proceeds going to a local charity. Lough Neagh Rescue were the chosen charity and for that we are very grateful. Staff managed to raise a whopping £170 from the day. As a charity, donations and support from the community, is crucial. A big thankyout to Ashley for…
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Honey Sale
Honey Sale raises money for Lough Neagh Rescue An amazing £135.00 has recently been donated by Conservation Service staff based at the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre to Lough Neagh Rescue, thanks to the sale of honey from their on-site Bee Hives. Due to the hard work and dedication of the staff, and the bees 27…
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Ardboe Open Day 2017 / LNR BBQ/ Raft Race
Crew will soon be out selling tickets for the best BBQ on the Western Shore. Saturday 29th July at the Battery Bar Sunday 30th July will see the Ardboe Station open day and the return of the annual LNR raft race! @ the Battery harbour. This is the highlight of the lough shore, let the…
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Kinnego Open Day 2017
As Summer approaches Lough Neagh Rescue will be hosting our annual open days. First up is Kinnego station on Sunday 16th July at 1pm. This is an opportunity for us to thank you all for your continued support but also a chance for you to come have a look around our station, meet our crew…
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Antrim Primary School Visit
Today we had a visit from our colouring in competition winners from Antrim Primary School. They received a tour of our Antrim Station and got to try some of our gear on. Can we take the opportunity to thank Antrim Primary School for all the support they have given to LNR this school term.
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Crew Go Karting
We had some crew from Ardboe station join in with crew members from Kinnego station for some outdoor go kart racing. All involved had a great evening of fun interaction and lots of competitive racing. It’s very important that crew bond well not only in individual stations but across all three. Antrim crew were unable…
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Belfast International Airport Fire Station
On Tuesday evening we were kindly invited to RAF Aldergrove to visit the fire Station. We received a fantastic tour and insight into how the Fire Department operate and we where given a chance to look and try new equipment. Can we take this opportunity to Thank CC Adrian Michael and his colleagues for having…
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All Saints Parish Church
All Saints Parish Church in Antrim along with FR Sean Emerson are holding a wine tasting night this Friday night 26th May 2017 at 8.00pm. Tickets cost £10 and proceeds are in aid of Lough Neagh Rescue. Speak to Rev McBride if you wish to attend.
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Lough Neagh Rescue 5 Mile Run
Can we thank you all for taking part today in our 1st 5 mile road race. It was a huge success. Pictured below are the 1st, 2nd and 3rd over the line. Once again on behalf of LNR thank you all for your support. Please find below the link for today race results. Thanks to…
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Antrim Retirement Group
Can we thank the members of The Antrim Retirement Group for the invitation to come along to their monthly meeting yesterday to give them a talk about LNR and Water Safety. Pictures below is LNR crew member Drew Taggart who received a £50 donation from the group towards our lifesaving charity.
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Antrim Steam Rally
Today and Tomorrow LNR will be at the Steam Rally in Shane’s Castle Antrim. Why not pop in and meet the crew and learn more about what do! Looking forward to seeing you all.
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Antrim Boat Club
We would like to thank the Commodore, Committee and members of Antrim Boat Club for their donation of £250. LNR has had a great relationship with the club for many years and we thank them for their continued support.
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Islandbawn Stores
Can we take this opportunity to thank the management, staff and customers of Islandbawn Stores for allowing us to collect on their premises on Saturday 25th March 2017. We raised £500 for our lifesaving charity. Thank you all!!
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Lough Neagh Darts League
LNR would like to thank the organisers of the Lough Neagh Darts League who held a tournament in March and raised funds for LNR. A total of £1,125.00 was presented to members of LNR on the night. We would also like to thank everyone who sold and purchased tickets for the event.
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Belfast International Airport Information Day
Can we take this opportunity to thank all the members of the public and staff at Belfast International Airport for giving so generously at our information and collection day. During the day 2 crew members and a member of staff from the airport volunteered to have their legs waxed. Between sponsorship and donations during the…
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Ballycraigy Primary School
Can we thank everyone who came along this morning to our coffee morning organised by the PTA from Ballycraigy Primary School. A total of £303 was raised.
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Rescue 116
The thoughts and prayers from all within Lough Neagh Rescue are with our colleagues the Irish Coastguard following this morning’s news. Especially the crew of Rescue 116, their family and all involved in the search.
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River Foyle Search
Crew from Lough Neagh Rescue proceeded today to the river Foyle to assist in the ongoing search for a missing person. As well as the crew assisting in this search the organisation remains ready for tasking in its primary area of operations – Lough Neagh & it’s tributary rivers
For emergencies on Lough Neagh and it’s tributary rivers call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
