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Heritage signs to be erected at houses built for ex-servicemen after the end of World War I

A total of 173 homes were constructed in Antrim and Newtownabbey borough for ex-servicemen after the end of World War I, councillors have...

5 hours ago

JILL BAKES | Mint Aero Squares

It’s been a VERY long time since I’ve posted a sweet traybake recipe and I think I’m back with a good one! Super easy, quick to make and...

8 hours ago

Golden Oldies: Dogs Trust Ballymena calls on dog lovers to prove age is just a number

With this weekend celebrating Grandparents Day (Sunday 1 October) Dogs Trust Ballymena is shining a spotlight on its OAPs (Old Age...

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Final phase of ‘Move to Universal Credit’ for NI benefit claimants to begin in October

The final phase of Universal Credit (UC) implementation across Northern Ireland will begin next month for those in receipt of tax credits...

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Green light for new practice area at Glen Rovers GAC

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has given the green light to plans for a new practice area at Glen Rovers GAC. Along with the...

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PSNI warns of 'robust action' over illegal fireworks

The PSNI will “take robust action” against the illegal use and sale of fireworks, Mid and East Antrim Community Safety Partnership has...

2 days ago

Rugby legend Paddy joins all-star team for charity TRY-athlon!

IRISH and Ulster rugby legend Paddy Johns (centre)along with former Scottish rugby international and Rugby Development Manager with...

2 days ago

NRC students to attend training event in preparation for the WorldSkills UK National Final

Students and WorldSkills UK Finalists Peter O’Neill and Hannah Currie FANUC, a leading manufacturer of factory automation and robots and...

3 days ago

Moy Park donates £13,000 to local charity in Ballymena

Chris Weir, General Manager at Moy Park Ballymena, pictured with Michele Campbell Operations Director at Mid & East Antrim Affordable...

4 days ago

‘Rent to Own’ helps Ballymena couple purchase their own home

Pictured is Pamela and Mark Surgenor with their daughters Bella aged 5 and Bonnie aged 3. A Ballymena couple have found a helping hand...

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Police progress against action plan to tackle violence against women and girls one year on

At the end of September 2022, the Police Service of Northern Ireland launched the first Tackling Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG)...

5 days ago

Liam Neeson backs new online self-help resource for Northern Ireland

A Hollywood star has thrown his support behind a new online self-help resource launched to transform the landscape of mental health and...

6 days ago

Fabulous fun day in Larne enjoyed by local community

Over 1,300 local residents descended on the Market Yard in Larne recently for Larne Area Community Cluster’s family fun day! Attendees...

6 days ago

Groggan Primary School goes the extra mile

Pupils from Groggan Primary School with Dr Hannah McCourt, Senior Health and Social Wellbeing Improvement Officer at PHA, Dr Brenda...

6 days ago

Portrush Skateboarding Park takes great leap forward as UU secures £58K funding

Ulster University has secured £58,000 in Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) funding to explore Portrush’s cultural skateboarding...

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Council to consider extending opening hours of leisure centres in Causeway Coast & Glens

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will consider options to extend the opening hours of local leisure centres. Facilities under...

7 days ago

JILL BAKES | Snickers Scones

Fluffy buttermilk scones filled with chunks of snickers - delicious served warm with butter! You will never buy a scone again when you...

Sep 24

Free community support event for people affected by bowel cancer across Northern Ireland

Bowel Cancer UK will be holding a free community support event this October for people affected by bowel cancer across Northern Ireland....

Sep 24

ANBCouncil unveils Royal Ulster Constabulary George Cross memorial

(L-R) Chief Executive for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Mrs Jacqui Dixon MBE; High Sheriff of County Antrim, Mr Peter Mackie...

Sep 23

Special recognition for Tommy Nicholl MBE during APSE Annual Service Awards 2023

Ballymena man Tommy Nicholl MBE, a former councillor and mayor of Mid and East Antrim, has been recognised for his many years of public...