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Mental health campaigners calls for action after significant rise in deaths by suicide in NI
New Script for Mental Health campaigners have called for action to be taken immediately to address what they describe as an unacceptable...
Dec 29, 2024


Festive boost: Asda Foundation Awards £26,167 to NI support groups fighting loneliness and isolation
Ashley Ritchie with members of the local community at event Asda’s charity, The Asda Foundation, has awarded over £600,000 worth of...
Dec 28, 2024


New sporting facility named Maltina Park in tribute to parents of Brendan Rodgers
Design image of new community sporting facility in Carnlough, County Antrim - Maltina Park. St John Camogie Club in Carnlough has...
Dec 26, 2024


PHA: Don’t let alcohol ruin your festivities
Alcohol is a powerful drug and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone not to let drink ruin your Christmas and New Year...
Dec 23, 2024


Northern Trust recognised for strategy to support staff experiencing violence and abuse
Jacqui Reid, Director of Human Resources, Organisational Development and Corporate Communications, Mary McAuley, Social Work Learning and...
Dec 21, 2024


Join the Belfast Pops Orchestra at Stormont for a special charity concert!
In performance: the Belfast Pops Orchestra Enjoy an unforgettable evening with the Belfast Pops Orchestra, a unique organisation of...
Dec 21, 2024


Everything you need to know about accessing Health and Care Services over Christmas and New Year
The Department of Health is encouraging the public to be aware of services available over the holiday period to ensure you get the right...
Dec 21, 2024


Golden Eagle back home after soaring adventure
Reunited: David and Golden Eagle Loki After missing for just over a week, Loki the Golden Eagle is back home tonight at Hawk Walks...
Dec 20, 2024


Mid and East Antrim Council seeking to buy bank
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is understood to be in the process of acquiring the former Danske Bank building in Carrickfergus town...
Dec 20, 2024


Somewhere for children to turn: Kirsty looking forward to first Christmas night working at Childline
County Antrim woman, Kirsty Millar Portrush woman, Kirsty Millar, is looking forward to a happy, relaxed, family Christmas this year with...
Dec 19, 2024


Cattle return for Causeway grazing on North Antrim coast
Sandra Hunter releases the cattle at the Giant’s Causeway. (Images: Kevin McAuley / McAuley Multimedia) This week saw the return of...
Dec 19, 2024


Healthcare provider brightens up Christmas for Ballymena residents facing festive season without loved ones
Anne Louise Bell is pictured with the hamper gifted to her by Allison Maternaghan and the Specsavers Home Visits Ballymena team. A...
Dec 18, 2024


Choice makes £10,000 donation to tackle food poverty across NI
Pictured (L-R) is Dundonald Foodbank co-ordinator Carol Izzard, Choice Housing Area Manager Courtney Watton, Jonny Currie (Trussell’s...
Dec 17, 2024


Local community groups receive early Christmas present from The National Lottery
Members of Ahoghill Yew Tree Community Group, Cathy Bamber, Treasurer, Sirene Watt, Secretary, Tiffany Gordon, Jenna Gordon and Kim...
Dec 17, 2024


Tree planting kicks off biodiversity initiative in Ballymena
L-R: Brian Rankin, Sustainability and Energy Manager at Choice Housing and Cllr Rodney Quigley, Mid and East Antrim Council. Choice...
Dec 16, 2024


On your marks! Lidl Northern Ireland’s Trolley Dash bags £75,000 for Age NI
Lidl employee Aimee Simpson, Lidl employee Niamh Gribben and Antrim Trolley Dash Winner Michaela McCotter Lidl Northern Ireland is...
Dec 16, 2024


Jill Bakes at Christmas | Chocolate Orange Cheesecake
Cheesecake is always a firm favourite in my family and this chocolate orange one is so light and delicious! This will keep for a few days...
Dec 15, 2024


WATCH | Festive flash mob brings Christmas cheer to Belfast Grand Central
Passengers waiting for their buses and trains received quite the Christmas surprise at Belfast Grand Central Station this weekend, as...
Dec 15, 2024


The NSPCC sees a surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse
THE NSPCC is dealing with an increase in contacts to its Helpline from adults across the UK with concerns about children who are...
Dec 15, 2024


Find the pawfect Christmas Gift for the dog lover in your life by sponsoring at Dogs Trust Ballymena
Springer Spaniel Zebedee at Dogs Trust Ballymena With Christmas shopping now on the agenda for many, Dogs Trust Ballymena has the perfect...
Dec 15, 2024
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