Maghera Heritage Centre issues heartfelt thank you to Mid Ulster Council

Reflecting on an incredible 2025–26 Heritage Cycle, Joe McCoy, Chairperson of the Maghera Heritage Centre Committee, has issued a heartfelt thank you to Mid Ulster District Council for their invaluable grant aid and steadfast assistance.

"Partnerships like this are the backbone of our community," stated Mr McCoy. "Because of this vital support, we’ve been able to keep Maghera’s past alive while building a brighter future for all our residents."

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The Chairperson highlighted several key achievements made possible by the Council’s support during the past year:

• Preserving Local History: Protecting Maghera’s unique stories and local identity through archiving and research.
• Vibrant Community Programming: Delivering a diverse schedule of workshops, historical talks, and arts events - such as the John Marquess Memorial Library opening - uniting the town and its rural hinterland.

Building Local Pride: Contributing directly to the Maghera Regeneration Programme and the new town brand identity.
"We are deeply grateful for the Council's help in delivering outcomes that matter," McCoy added.

"This collaboration ensures Maghera remains a vibrant hub of history, inter-generational solidarity, and community spirit.”