Helens Bay26 Jan 2026Eyewitnesses describe desperate rescue attempts at Helen's BayThree people got into difficulty in the water at Helen’s Bay on Saturday, with one woman later dying in hospital.26 Jan 202624 Jan 2026Three taken to hospital after Helen's Bay incidentThe coastguard said several onlookers tried to help, including one who entered the water.24 Jan 202624 Dec 2025In pictures: Helen's Bay Christmas Eve swimHundreds of people took part in the annual Christmas Eve dip. 24 Dec 20251 May 2025Northern Ireland has second-sunniest April on recordSunshine hours were well above the average for the time of year, with 215.7 hours of sun throughout April.1 May 202524 Dec 2024Festive swimmers brave the cold for Christmas Eve dipDozens of swimmers braved the cold this morning for the annual festive sea swim at Helen's Bay.24 Dec 2024