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Just 57 fines issued for dog fouling in NI last year despite thousands of complaints
Thousands of dog owners across Northern Ireland are escaping punishment for failing to clean up after their pets, according to new...
Aug 6


Over 300 new homes built in Mid and East Antrim, but housing growth slows
More than 300 new homes were built across Mid and East Antrim during the last financial year, according to the Housing Land Availability...
Aug 6


Connecting Communities event to inspire local action in Ballymena this August
A free community event designed to bring people together and spark positive change is coming to Ballymena later this month. Live Here...
Aug 6


Ballymena retreat for disabled children gets planning approval
A CGI of the proposed Love Hope and Faith charity retreat for disabled children located at the Ecos Nature Park in Ballymena A proposed...
Aug 5


20-acre solar farm approved for Ballymena countryside
Aerial view of proposed solar farm in Ballymena Planning permission for a solar farm outside Ballymena has been approved by Mid and East...
Aug 5


‘Little Learners’ thrive at Ballymena and Antrim SureStart
Tiaamii Children flourish through messy play and outdoor learning at Action for Children’s SureStart programme Toddlers across Ballymena...
Aug 5


Jon Burrows MLA hails Cranswick Ballymena’s role in major UK pork trade deal
Inset: UUP North Antrim MLA Jon Burrows Cranswick Country Foods in Ballymena has been given the green light to export pork to Mexico, in...
Aug 5


Medical Admin Academy returns after successful pilot – limited places now open for September intake
Are you considering a career in general practice administration? A free training opportunity designed to support entry into the...
Aug 4


Bingo, beats and big hearts: Ballymena’s music bonanza raises over £15,700 for Marie Curie
All images: David Doherty More than £15,700 — and counting — has been raised for Marie Curie End of Life Care following a sensational...
Aug 4


Mid & East Antrim to host first-ever Black Desert NI Legends Golf Tour at Galgorm
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, joins Galgorm Golf Club’s Director of Golf, Ross Oliver as they tee up for this...
Aug 4


Former police officer Jon Burrows begins new chapter at Stormont
New UUP MLA for North Antrim, Jon Burrows, signed the Roll of Members today in the presence of Deputy Speaker Blair and the Clerk / Chief...
Aug 4


Cranswick Ballymena secures approval in landmark £19M UK pork export deal with Mexico
Cranswick’s factory site in Cullybackey, Ballymena Cranswick Country Foods in Ballymena is set to benefit from a major new UK trade...
Aug 4


Larne Leisure Centre arson disrupts MEAqua plans and projected income growth
Larne Leisure Centre following an arson attack at the front entrance of the facility The financial impact of an arson attack on Larne...
Aug 3


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena – Saturday 2 August 2025
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! This week’s Top 10...
Aug 2


Alliance pays tribute to former local councillor David Reid, 35, after brave cancer battle
Passed away: Former Alliance Councillor David Reid Alliance Party representatives have paid heartfelt tributes to former Mid and East...
Aug 2


Peatland, biodiversity and hill farming united at Glenwherry Upland Open Day
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) and Teagasc will jointly host a major Upland Open Day at Glenwherry Hill...
Aug 2


First man jailed over Ballymena riot as police warn more arrests will follow
Ballymena Magistrates’ Court A man has become the first person convicted in connection with June’s race-motivated public disorder in...
Aug 1


“Every child deserves safety”: Councillor Barr leads MEA safeguarding push
Inset: Councillor Alan Barr Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has unanimously supported a notice of motion brought by Ulster Unionist...
Aug 1


Police issue urgent appeal over missing Glenarm man last seen in Ballymena
Police in Larne have issued an urgent appeal for information following the disappearance of William McCartney, a man in his 60s from the...
Aug 1


CAFRE agriculture students gain hands-on insight on Scottish study tour supported by The Gibson Trust
CAFRE Level 3 Agriculture students from Greenmount Campus enjoyed their study tour to Scotland which was generously supported by the...
Jul 31
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