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‘Pawsitive’ initiative launches with exclusive times for guide dogs at Antrim dog parks
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has allocated one hour each morning for exclusive use of a section its dog parks for guide dogs....
Nov 16, 2022


Be a STAR - donate a new toy to the Salvation Army Christmas Present Appeal at Tesco
Tesco Superstore, Ballymena, are once again collecting toys to donate to the Salvation Army Christmas Present Appeal. The partnership...
Nov 16, 2022


Saint Vincent de Paul launches annual appeal as calls for help hit 2,000 a week
As winter approaches, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) is receiving in excess of 2,000 requests for help a week in towns,...
Nov 15, 2022


What’s your flavour? MEA school ice cream competition winners announced!
Primary school students across the Borough recently put their creative thinking and idea generation skills to the test by designing a...
Nov 14, 2022


Remembrance Services held throughout the Borough to commemorate the Fallen
Remembrance Services have taken place across Mid and East Antrim at the weekend to commemorate those who lost their lives in both World...
Nov 14, 2022


Light up your night at Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough’s Christmas Switch-Ons!
Get into the festive spirit this Christmas and join us for our Christmas Light Switch Ons across Antrim and Newtownabbey. There will be...
Nov 14, 2022


Air Ambulance encourage support as service anticipates 60 missions this December
With most people starting to count down to the festive season, the charity Air Ambulance NI is encouraging the public to remember the air...
Nov 14, 2022


Larne Driving Instructors raise vital funds for Air Ambulance Northern Ireland
Arthur Beattie & Caroline Johnston of the Larne Driving Instructors recently held a quiz night, with all proceeds being donated to Air...
Nov 13, 2022


JILL BAKES | Jill’s Christmas Cake
My first festive recipe this year and it’s a classic Christmas cake - make the cake soon to give it time to mature and then decorate it...
Nov 13, 2022


New ‘Warm Welcome’ programme launches in Antrim & Newtownabbey borough
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has launched a new Warm Welcome programme which aims to bring local residents together in a warm,...
Nov 10, 2022


Cost of living emergency drives ‘tsunami of need’ to food banks in Northern Ireland
New figures released today by the Trussell Trust reveal that almost 31,700 emergency food parcels were provided to people from April...
Nov 10, 2022


O’Lynn welcomes additional bus service for Glenravel school
Patricia O’Lynn, Alliance MLA for North Antrim, has welcomed the Education Authority’s announcement of additional transport provision for...
Nov 10, 2022


Habitat ReStore named a finalist in the prestigious UK Social Enterprise Awards
Habitat for Humanity ReStore has been shortlisted for the UK Social Enterprise Awards, recognising it as one of the UK’s most effective...
Nov 9, 2022


Multi-agency approach highlights 'Safe Roads For All' message ahead of Road Safety Week 2022
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and the Policing and Community Partnership (PCSP) are working together with the Police Service of...
Nov 9, 2022


Make Christmas memories at the festive light switch-ons across Mid and East Antrim
It’s time to celebrate the season of goodwill as towns and villages across Mid and East Antrim prepare to usher in the festive season...
Nov 8, 2022


Be alert when giving your canine friend a ‘pawsome’ new home this Christmas
Former DAERA Minister Edwin Poots and Brendan Mullan, CEO USPCA, are appealing to the public to be alert in the run-up to Christmas to...
Nov 6, 2022


JILL BAKES | Caramel Rocky Roads
You all loved my Crunchie Rocky Roads so much that I’m back with another take on them… this time the most delicious caramel rocky roads!...
Nov 6, 2022


Highest civic award for ‘the Queen of Country’ Philomena Begley
Mid Ulster District Council looks set to award ‘the Queen of Country’ its highest civic award in recognition of her 60 years in show...
Nov 5, 2022


Arts Council announces £500,000 funding to support 73 rurally-based arts projects
Seventy-three community groups, arts organisations and local authorities in rurally-based communities across Northern Ireland are set to...
Nov 5, 2022


Renowned artist Terry Bradley searching for a stroke of genius
Renowned artist Terry Bradley is launching a new art initiative to drive fresh talent and creativity among young people in Northern...
Nov 5, 2022
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