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Culture Month 2024 at the Old Church Centre Cushendun: A celebration of heritage, arts, & community
The Old Church Centre is delighted to announce the return of Culture Month, a vibrant celebration of arts, heritage and community, set to...
Aug 25, 2024


Supercar weekend raises a phenomenal £95,000 for Air Ambulance NI
The highly recognised ‘Supercar Sunday’ weekend in aid of Air Ambulance NI charity is celebrating the largest total raised ever, £95,000...
Aug 24, 2024


Mid and East Antrim Farm watch Scheme hosts sign-up event at Ballymena Livestock Market
Mid and East Antrim PCSP’s (Policing and Community Safety Partnerships) Farm Watch Scheme is set to host a significant community event...
Aug 22, 2024


Motorfest NI returns to Ballymena with a revved-up fundraiser for Community Rescue Service
This Sunday, August 25, petrolheads and families alike are invited to Ballee Playing Fields for the much-anticipated return of Motorfest...
Aug 22, 2024


Gaston welcomes start to drainage works at Ballee Cemetery
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston has welcomed the beginning of drainage works by council at Ballee Cemetery in Ballymena. Families who...
Aug 22, 2024


Antrim's Scenic Inn boosts funds with over £14K for Air Ambulance NI!
Pamela McFetridge, owner of The Scenic Inn presents cheque to Air Ambulance NI The Scenic Inn, Armoy recently held their annual...
Aug 22, 2024


Ballymena charity secures land to build retreat lodge for families impacted by Spina Bifida
Location of the proposed site for the retreat lodge Ballymena based charity LoveHope&Faith are excited after securing land in Ballymena...
Aug 21, 2024


Northern Ireland’s first independent Autism Reviewer appointed
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt pictured with newly appointed Independent Autism Reviewer Ema Cubitt. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has...
Aug 21, 2024


Painting a picture of the power of the arts at Wilson House
George Parker displays his first place artwork. “Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would ever be able to paint.” George Parker is...
Aug 20, 2024


Carnlough’s sporting facilities refurbishment complete!
Eamon McMullan MEABC, Catherine Black MEABC, Patricia McConnell - Carnlough Community Association, Anthea Owens DAERA, Ald Gerardine...
Aug 20, 2024


Community heartbroken following tragic accident which claimed life of young Carey Faughs fan
The family, friends and community of North Antrim have been left heartbroken following the tragic death of young Joe Hegarty - a...
Aug 17, 2024


Local school pays tribute to well liked and respected student
Pictured 18-year-old Andrew Logan The staff of Cambridge House Grammar School in Ballymena have shared their condolences and paid tribute...
Aug 17, 2024


Gaston highlights ‘eye watering’ cost of interpreters for health service in NI
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston has commented on the soaring costs of interpreter services to Northern Ireland’s health service....
Aug 17, 2024


New Slemish Nursing Home unit named after Manager after 20 years of service
Dorothy McKeefry celebrates the opening of the new unit with the Slemish Nursing Home team. Slemish Nursing Home in Ballymena has opened...
Aug 16, 2024


St Killian’s continues to celebrate success!
A-Level Top Achievers at St Killian’s College St Killian’s College students have been celebrating examination success at A level. This...
Aug 16, 2024


Excellent results for St Patrick’s College, Ballymena A Level students
A2 students celebrating their results at St Patrick’s College, Ballymena St Patrick’s College, Ballymena’s Principal Paul Fitzpatrick...
Aug 16, 2024


Donation adds colour to Causeway Hospital’s Day Procedure Unit
Artist Carla Hodgson, service user Ben McAllister, Ward Manager Charlotte McKeeman and Autism Awareness Champion Donna Smith celebrate...
Aug 16, 2024


Almost £10,000 raised for Cancer Focus NI at inaugural Dale Farm Ballymena Tractor and Truck Run
Over 160 vehicles including tractors, milk tankers and delivery trucks took part in the Run. Dale Farm has raised almost £10,000 for its...
Aug 15, 2024


Communities Minister visits iconic Gracehill following UNESCO award
Dr David Johnson, Gracehill Trust, Rt Rev Sarah Groves with Mid and East Antrim Mayor Beth Adger MBE and Communities Minister Gordon...
Aug 15, 2024


Lima & London calling: Ballymena’s Adam Courtney set for World Athletics U20 Championships
Ballymena athlete Adam Courtney Ballymena athlete Adam Courtney is packing for Peru after being selected by Athletics Ireland to compete...
Aug 13, 2024
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