PGL Antrim – Stated Communication 8th April 2025. By 6.30pm the Leighinmohr House Hotel was already busy with Brethren catching up, renewing friendships & sharing old stories. The PGM opened the meeting in his calm & confident manner, a prelude to the precision ceremony by the Provincial Directors of Ceremonies. The PGM welcomed everyone noting the excellent turnout, given the …
Provincial Grand Lodge of Antrim Stated Communication
A very good attendance at The Provincial Grand Lodge meeting in Leighinmohr House, Ballymena last night. Our Provincial Grand Master, Rt Wor Bro John McLernon chaired the meeting with all his senior officers in support. Rt Wor bro John Edens, Provincial Grand Master Designate was present and Rt Wor Bro Bill Balmer, a Past Provincial Assistant Grand Master was also …
240th Anniversary Harmony Lodge 645 Whiteabbey
The Brethren of Harmony Masonic Lodge No 645 decided to mark the Tercentenary of The Grand Lodge of Ireland this year by celebrating their 240 years of commitment and support to Grand Lodge, from their Constitution on the 5th April 1785. So they have spent quite a time arranging the various aspects of their anniversary, which was held yesterday, the 29th March …
Freemasons of Ireland Strengthen Community Impact with £75,000 Annual Support for Non-Masonic Charities in Northern Ireland
The Freemasons of Ireland Victoria Jubilee Benevolent and Welfare Fund has taken a significant step in expanding its charitable reach, announcing the first-ever support for external charities aligned with its core values. This development follows a recent restructuring of the Fund and the addition of the Maureen Boal Charitable Trust, which will enable the distribution of monies annually, beginning with …
ISLANDMAGEE 50 year medal & certificate presentation to W. Brother Paddy McDonald.
Brethren, last night was a very enjoyable evening in Islandmagee when a large crowd of Members and Guests turned up to watch Wor Bro Paddy McDonald receive his 50 year jewel and certificate to mark 50 years of service to Freemasonry in Ireland. The Lodge opened promptly at 7.45pm with Wor Bro Geoffrey Alexander in the chair, and as the …