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Communities Minister marks Holocaust Memorial Day at PRONI
(L-R) David Huddleston PRONI, Esther Bloch with Communities Minister Gordon Lyons, author Csilla Toldy and Keith Beattle from the...
Jan 18


Farmers’ Choir NI reflect on an eventful 2024!
The Farmers’ Choir Northern Ireland have been reflecting on another busy and eventful year during 2024. The Choir began in 2018 to bring...
Jan 16


Public encouraged to have their say as planning begins for new leisure centre in Coleraine
As the planning stage for Coleraine’s new Leisure Centre commences, Council has invited residents to ‘have their say’ via a feedback...
Jan 16


Prominent local retailers open all-new community supermarket in Cloughmills
Store owners Eileen, Richard and Lucy Moore officially opening the rebranded EUROSPAR community supermarket. The Moore family, who have...
Jan 15


‘There's still time to get your flu vaccine to protect yourself and help our health service’ - DoH
Chief Medical Officer Professor Sir Michael McBride and Mark O’Kane, pharmacist at Woodbourne Pharmacy The Department of Health is...
Jan 15


From the aisles to aid: Empathetic Asda first aider saves the day
Erin Wharry, Grocery Section Leader at Asda Ballyclare An Asda colleague demonstrated kindness and empathy by assisting an elderly couple...
Jan 15


UU unveils CHOICE: A new initiative tackling social exclusion for people with severe mental illness
This week Ulster University announces the launch of CHOICE (Challenging Health Outcomes –Integrating Care Environments), an innovative...
Jan 14


Ballymena Nursery School celebrates becoming an Integrated school!
Ballymena Nursery School celebrates receiving news that their school has been approved to transform to become an Integrated nursery...
Jan 14


Councillors pay surprise visit to Max the dog on ‘death row’ amid concerns for it’s welfare
Councillors Pat Catney and Gary Hynds pictured with Max the dog at Nutts Corner dog kennels. Lisburn City councillors have visited a...
Jan 13


Professor Brian Cox to inspire Northern Ireland STEAM students through science school project
Participants getting ‘hands-on’ at last year’s event. Leading physicist and television presenter Professor Brian Cox CBE FRS is to travel...
Jan 13


Wellness Week at Mid and East Antrim Pop-Up Shops: A week of health, happiness, and savings
Starting Monday, 20 January, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is excited to announce Wellness Week, a series of free public events...
Jan 13


YouthAction NI marks 80th year with launch of first winter appeal to support vulnerable young people
Members of YouthAction NI’s Rainbow School of Performing Arts with Youth Worker Ryan Shaw and Sarah Montgomery, Corporate Affairs &...
Jan 12


BEAT the blues this Wellbeing Monday!
January can be a tough time, but Radius, Choice and Triangle Housing associations in partnership with Turning Point NI are hoping to help...
Jan 12


Therapeutic Photography Group’s exhibition goes on display at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre
Members of the Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Therapeutic Photography Group pictured with representatives from the National...
Jan 10


Ballymena woman celebrates 80th birthday with daring 15,000ft skydive in aid of Air Ambulance NI
Brave Brenda with Katrina Hughes (AANI) Brenda Russell, a brave Ballymena lady, recently took on an adrenaline rushing 15,000ft skydive...
Jan 10


Local opticians focus on eye care for all at Simon Community hub in Ballymena
Caitlin Brennan from Simon Community is pictured with Gerard O’Mullan, ophthalmic director at Specsavers Ballymena at the Trostan Avenue...
Jan 10


Northern Trust recognised at Macmillan Professionals Excellence Awards
(L-R), Daphne Law, Palliative Care Service Improvement Support Worker, Edel McCann, Specialist Community Palliative Care Social Worker,...
Jan 9


Kells family enjoys adventure of a lifetime on annual NI Children to Lapland Trust trip
Laura Stewart and daughter Hollie (8) and son Isaac (4) from Kells, Ballymena are of interest. The family recently joined the charity’s...
Jan 9


Influenza vaccination programme extended to everyone aged 50 to 64 years of age
The Department of Health is making influenza vaccination available free of charge to everyone aged 50 to 64 years of age. This extension...
Jan 9


Nominate your favourite sporting stars for the Mid and East Antrim Sports Awards 2025!
Nominations for this year’s prestigious Mid and East Antrim Sports Awards are now open – celebrating the borough’s outstanding sporting...
Jan 8
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