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Frew presses UK Government to defend Wrightbus amid growing fears over unfair competition from China
Wrightbus chief executive Jean-Marc Gales North Antrim DUP MLA Paul Frew has escalated calls for urgent government action to safeguard...
Sep 22, 2025


Tesco Golden Grant helps Antrim church provide back-to-school kits
This year, the church donated 120 kits in time for the school term, including essential stationery such as pencils, pens, rulers,...
Sep 22, 2025


Danske Bank confirms new Ballymoney branch opening this November
Danske Bank has announced a major investment in Ballymoney with plans to relocate its branch to a modern new site on High Street. The...
Sep 19, 2025


Game-Changer: Wrightbus unveils first repowered zero-emission truck in landmark UK move
Eleven months in development – Wrightbus‘ first zero-emission truck conversion – a 19-tonne twin-axle DAF World-leading bus manufacturer...
Sep 18, 2025


NI economy hits record highs as Aiken cautions on Windsor Framework impact
Ulster Unionist Party MLA Steve Aiken Ulster Unionist Party MLA Steve Aiken has welcomed a revised economic growth forecast for Northern...
Sep 18, 2025


Stena Line welcomes first hybrid freight ferry Stena Futura to Belfast
Stena Futura sails into Belfast to a water salute Stena Line has welcomed the first of its new hybrid freight ferries to Belfast Harbour,...
Sep 18, 2025


Kinecx Energy: Antrim-based gas network operator announces new brand identity
Pictured (L-R) is Kinecx Energy’s Eric Cosgrove (Director of Engineering), Denise Curran (Finance Director), CEO Niall Martindale, Mark...
Sep 17, 2025


Pret A Manger to open at Belfast International Airport, creating 40 jobs
Belfast International Airport CEO Dan Owens with Ray McNamara and Gerard Loughran from the Carebrook Partnership announcing new Pret...
Sep 17, 2025


Turn your idea into a business with Enterprise Pathways – applications open now!
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, is pictured with David McFaul, Dream Out Loud Entertainment NI, and Sean...
Sep 15, 2025


Ulster Bank staff launch fundraising week across Northern Ireland for lifesaving Air Ambulance NI
Sandra Wright, Ulster Bank; James O’Callaghan, HEMS Paramedic and David Sinton, Ulster Bank Branch Manager, Lisburn Ulster Bank has...
Sep 14, 2025


Nine County Antrim artisan products join Lidl Northern Ireland’s Kickstart range
Back Row (L-R) Peter Barrett, Steeper Culture; Dr. Ryan Morrow, WeBottle; Gary McIldowney, Slim’s Healthy Kitchen; Alison Seaney, Big...
Sep 12, 2025


Tesco stores across Northern Ireland go red for Air Ambulance NI fundraiser
Tesco stores across Northern Ireland will be turning red this Saturday, 13th September, in support of Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (Air...
Sep 12, 2025


MEA councillors split on whether young street traders face exploitation or gain essential experience
Mid and East Antrim councillors have deferred a decision on a revised street trading policy following debate at the borough council’s...
Sep 12, 2025


New padel courts open at Galgorm Castle in Ballymena, boosting Northern Ireland’s sporting scene
In a significant boost for Northern Ireland’s sporting landscape, Galgorm Collection has announced the launch of two state-of-the-art...
Sep 11, 2025


Coca-Cola HBC switches to biomethane energy at Co Antrim site in NetZeroby40 drive
(L-R): Tom Burke, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Director, Simon Fitzpatrick, General Manager, Minister Andrew Muir MLA and Joanna...
Sep 11, 2025


Ballymena Autumn Fashion Show 2025 returns with fashionista Rebecca McKinney as host!
Host and curator of this year’s Ballymena Autumn Fashion Show, Rebecca McKinney in The Braid Theatre The Ballymena Autumn Fashion Show is...
Sep 10, 2025


Minister Archibald visits Tully Biogas Plant in Ballymena to highlight renewable energy potential
Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Economy Minister, with Kevin Fitzduff of Stream BioEnergy at the Tully Biogas Plant, Ballymena. (Image: Dr Gareth...
Sep 10, 2025


Next generation of coachbuilders join Wrightbus apprenticeship scheme in Ballymena
Wrightbus welcomed 47 new apprentices to the Ballymena manufacturing facility. World-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus has welcomed 47...
Sep 10, 2025


BID and town centre businesses celebrate £250K Ballymena Gift Card milestone
(L-R) Valerie McLernon (Fairhill Shopping Centre), Aileen McGarry (Primark), Roy Smyth (Outdoor Adventure), Alison Malfatto (Tower...
Sep 10, 2025


Northern Ireland bakery brings iconic Lamingtons to M&S shelves across the UK and Ireland
Laura Harper, Trading Director Ireland and Northern Ireland at M&S and JP Lyttle, Commercial & Product Development Director at Genesis...
Sep 9, 2025
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