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Ballymena dad and daughter named finalists in British Hairdressing Awards 2025
Simon and Chloe Houston of Houston Hair reach finals in prestigious national competition A father and daughter duo from Ballymena are...
Jul 26


Translink and NOW Group launch partnership to support people with invisible disabilities
Translink has announced a new three-year strategic partnership with social enterprise NOW Group, reaffirming the public transport...
Jul 26


Friendship, fun and giving back – all in a day’s work for Noel
Keeping busy… Noel McLaughlin, a participant in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Day Opportunities programme. Noel McLaughlin...
Jul 26


Swann urges Home Office to review passport process for foster families
South Antrim MP Robin Swann has called on the Home Office to urgently review the application process for first-time passports for...
Jul 25


Mid & East Antrim Council seeks Executive backing for recovery and reset plan after June disturbances
Inset: Interim Chief Executive of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Valerie Watts Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has agreed to...
Jul 25


Engines roar to life for Ballymena Steam Rally at new venue this weekend
Image: Ian Boyd Popular heritage event returns on 26th July with a full weekend of vintage attractions, thrilling competitions, and...
Jul 25


All 2025 Budget Energy SuperCupNI matches to be streamed Live
County Antrim Junior Squad members Noah Henderson, Noah Stewart and Jack Leighton help launch a landmark first for the Budget Energy...
Jul 25


Northern Ireland dad wins £100K car and cash prize days after 50th birthday
Simon Lloyd from Ballyclare lands life-changing BOTB dream prize with Volkswagen Touareg R and £20,000 cash A father-of-three from...
Jul 24


Council Chief rebukes councillor’s “offensive” outburst during discussion on community recovery
Inset: Valerie Watts, chief executive of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, and DUP Alderman Rueben Glover. A row erupted during a...
Jul 23


Live Here Love Here Small Grants Scheme returns after £9,000 boost to Mid and East Antrim in 2024
Lynda Surgenor Live Here Love Here Manager and Orla McGrady, Grants Officer at Live Here Love Here The Live Here Love Here Small Grants...
Jul 23


Cllr Alan Barr welcomes start of Knockan Road Car Park resurfacing in Broughshane
Resurfacing work has officially commenced at the Knockan Road car park in Broughshane, a move welcomed by Ulster Unionist Party...
Jul 22


“Disrespectful and appalling”: Police investigate headstone vandalism in Ballymena
Police are appealing for information after a number of headstones were vandalised in a graveyard in Ballymena. Officers received a report...
Jul 22


2025 Budget Energy SuperCupNI – Mid & East Antrim gears up for a week of world-class youth football!
Pictured with the Mayor are Michael Willis, Director of the Budget Energy SuperCupNI, and County Antrim Junior Squad members Noah...
Jul 22


Larne gap site to be revitalised as pop-up park in £171K community initiative
Minister Lyons is pictured with Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Councillor Jackson Minford A long-vacant site in Larne town centre is set...
Jul 22


Lives changed: Gallaher Trust and Habitat NI project hits major milestone in Ballymena
Pictured are, participants David and Emily, who have gone on to secure employment opportunities, alongside Matt Robinson, Volunteer...
Jul 21


TUV’s Kyle condemns “misinformation” as PSNI confirms peaceful Portrush Parade as 12,000 attend
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has praised organisers of the Portrush Sons of Ulster Flute Band parade following a...
Jul 21


Farm Safety Week: HSENI urges NI farmers to prioritise wellbeing and risk awareness
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving safety in the agricultural sector...
Jul 21


Kyle congratulates Portrush Sons of Ulster on spectacular parade night amid media scrutiny
Portrush Sons of Ulster Image: Paul Berry TUV Causeway Councillor Allister Kyle has issued a robust statement praising the Portrush Sons...
Jul 20


CAFRE celebrates 25 years of Horticulture Higher Education as Class of 2025 graduates
Class of 2025 Foundation Degree in Horticulture graduates: Jaime Hudson from Newcastle; Fay Hunter from Ballyclare; Helen Black from...
Jul 20


Tributes paid to former Dunclug College teacher Billy Smyth
Mr William (Billy) Smyth Warm tributes have been paid following the passing of Mr William (Billy) Smyth, a beloved former teacher at...
Jul 20
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