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Ballymena man charged after Glenarm Court incident
The scene of the incident on Broughshane Road, Ballymena. Police have charged a 42-year-old man in connection with an incident in the...
Aug 10, 2025


Northern Trust’s Shelley Hannon wins prestigious National Award for Dietetic Excellence
(L-R): Gillian Farren from the British Dietetic Association presents Shelley Hannon with her award. A Northern Health and Social Care...
Aug 9, 2025


Dunloy company plays starring role at The Open at Royal Portrush
The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush has drawn to a triumphant close, attracting over 270,000 spectators and some of the world’s...
Aug 9, 2025


DUP Alderman says Mid & East Antrim Council has “failed miserably” on street cleaning
Carrickfergus Castle DUP Alderman Billy Ashe MBE has criticised Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s street cleaning performance,...
Aug 9, 2025


Man in hospital and arrest made after Ballymena incident
Police closed the Broughshane Road in Ballymena for a number of hours on Friday evening. Police are investigating an incident in the...
Aug 8, 2025


Offshore wind farm near Glenarm sparks tourism and wildlife concerns
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has called for an “in-depth review” of the potential impact on tourism from a proposed offshore wind...
Aug 8, 2025


Glenshesk Road reconstruction delayed amid complex engineering challenges and illegal waste removal
The landslide on Glenshesk Road Image: Kevin McCaughan The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has announced a significant delay in the...
Aug 8, 2025


‘A world full of wonders’: Specsavers celebrates children’s curiosity across Northern Ireland
Seven-year-old Mila from Whitehead, County Antrim with her wonder of the world! Shoppers in Belfast were treated to a magical sight this...
Aug 8, 2025


Cloughmills marks milestone with new Apprentice Boys banner and service awards
Brother David Getty All images: Kevin McAuley / McAuley Multimedia The Cloughmills Apprentice Boys of Derry Club held a poignant and...
Aug 8, 2025


Discover the vital role of upland sheep farming at CAFRE’s Glenwherry Hill Farm Open Day
Ewes and lambs grazing at CAFRE’s Hill Farm Upland sheep farming will take centre stage at this year’s CAFRE Hill Farm Open Day, where...
Aug 7, 2025


Councillor warns of Ballymena bias in business funding across Mid and East Antrim
Alliance Councillor Aaron Skinner A local councillor has voiced serious concerns about what he describes as a “ massive imbalance” in...
Aug 7, 2025


Antrim pharmacist guilty of misappropriating over 25,000 diazepam tablets
A County Antrim pharmacist has been sentenced to 200 hours of community service after pleading guilty to unlawfully possessing and...
Aug 7, 2025


Pioneering Housing Executive pilot project brings major upgrades to Drumtara estate, Ballymena
Pictured on the roof of a Housing Executive pilot project in Drumtara, Ballymena are, from left, Sharon Poots, Housing Executive...
Aug 7, 2025


Council backs local sports with over £400K investment
(L-R) Eamon McMullan, Regeneration Manager MEABC, Emma O’Reilly, St John’s Camogie Club, Carnlough, Philip Thompson, Director of...
Aug 7, 2025


Buckle up! Lisnamurrican YFC Treasure Hunt hits the road for Air Ambulance NI
Clues, cars and a cracking cause – don’t miss this fundraising adventure on Friday evening, 8th August Get ready to hit the open road (or...
Aug 7, 2025


Just 57 fines issued for dog fouling in NI last year despite thousands of complaints
Thousands of dog owners across Northern Ireland are escaping punishment for failing to clean up after their pets, according to new...
Aug 6, 2025


Carrick Rangers receives planning approval for new main stand at Taylor’s Avenue
Planning permission has been granted for a replacement main stand at Carrick Rangers Football Club, located at Taylor’s Avenue,...
Aug 6, 2025


Over 300 new homes built in Mid and East Antrim, but housing growth slows
More than 300 new homes were built across Mid and East Antrim during the last financial year, according to the Housing Land Availability...
Aug 6, 2025


RNLI lifeguard Eva Jones rescues bodyboarder in 9ft surf at Portrush
RNLI lifeguard Eva Jones RNLI praises swift response as lifeguard Eva Jones aids bodyboarder caught in 9ft surf and strong winds An RNLI...
Aug 6, 2025


Connecting Communities event to inspire local action in Ballymena this August
A free community event designed to bring people together and spark positive change is coming to Ballymena later this month. Live Here...
Aug 6, 2025
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