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Three more men charged in connection with Ballymena disorder as police issue new appeal
Police investigating recent “racially-motivated disorder” in Ballymena have charged three further individuals, bringing the total number...
Jul 5, 2025


Heroic Co Antrim firefighter who pulled man from burning car moments before explosion honoured
The scene of the incident that unfolded in May 2023 on Larne Road Link, Ballymena An off-duty firefighter from Northern Ireland who...
Jul 5, 2025


Ulster Bank supports Wrightbus with £32.5m facility to drive zero-emission growth
Ulster Bank has committed £32.5 million in financing to zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus, reinforcing the Ballymena-based firm’s...
Jul 4, 2025


Woman charged with murder of Patrick ‘Paddy’ Douglas following Co Antrim fire
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have charged a 34-year-old woman with murder in...
Jul 4, 2025


Loughry Campus celebrates the future leaders of Northern Ireland’s food industry
Jessica Gregg from Glarryford graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Food Business Management at the CAFRE Graduation Ceremony....
Jul 4, 2025


First look as world-famous Popeyes® prepares to open in Antrim
Global fried chicken giant Popeyes® is bringing the bold flavours of Louisiana to County Antrim this Monday, 7 July, as it opens its...
Jul 4, 2025


RNLI Lifeguards respond to back-to-back rescues at Whiterocks Beach
Image: Michael Jess RNLI lifeguards stationed at Whiterocks Beach sprang into action on Tuesday afternoon, responding to two separate...
Jul 4, 2025


Two taken to hospital and one arrested after two-vehicle collision in Carnlough
The scene in Carnlough on Thursday evening. Police and emergency services attended the scene of a road traffic collision in the Harbour...
Jul 4, 2025


From spa attendant to UK Champion: Galgorm’s Zak Moore to represent UK at World Aufguss Championships
Ballymena local Zak Moore has claimed the prestigious title of UK Aufguss Champion 2025 Ballymena native Zak Moore has secured the...
Jul 4, 2025


Arthur Cottage promoted ahead of 250th anniversary of US Declaration of Independence
US Consul Political Chief, Dori Winter, during her visit to Arthur Cottage with local MP Jim Allister and MLA Timothy Gaston, along with...
Jul 4, 2025


Security alert in Randalstown ends after historic munition removed
A security alert that prompted the closure of Main Street in Randalstown on Thursday evening, 3rd July, has now ended. Police confirmed...
Jul 3, 2025


Police close road in Randalstown after report of suspicious object
Police in Northern Ireland have closed off a section of Main Street in Randalstown this evening, Thursday 3 July, after receiving a...
Jul 3, 2025


Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne high streets boosted by £350k investment
Minister Lyons is pictured with Nicola Keating, owner of Activefeet Podiatry Clinic in Carrickfergus and Mayor of Mid and East Antrim...
Jul 3, 2025


Groggan Primary School raises over £7,700 for Cancer Focus NI in memory of local dad Gavin Nicholas
Groggan Primary School has raised an impressive £7,700.17 for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland, following a vibrant community fun day held...
Jul 3, 2025


Mobile health checks win praise from farming community in Northern Ireland
Lorna Barr, Helen McAuley and Bronagh McEldowney from the Farm Families Health Checks team with Seamus McLaughlin. A mobile health...
Jul 3, 2025


Murder investigation launched after death of Patrick ‘Paddy’ Douglas in Ballymoney fire
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have launched a murder investigation following the...
Jul 3, 2025


RNLI Lifeguards begin full-time duty on Causeway Coast and Co Down beaches for busy peak season
RNLI Lifeguards kick off peak season on the Causeway Coast and County Down beaches. (Photo: Michael Jess) RNLI lifeguards have officially...
Jul 3, 2025


Council seeks public input on standardised blue bin recycling plans across Mid and East Antrim
Residents across Mid and East Antrim are being encouraged to have their say on a new standardised household recycling collection model...
Jul 2, 2025


Co Antrim man sentenced to eight years over drug offences linked to EncroChat network
A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after being convicted of a series of serious drug-related offences,...
Jul 2, 2025


TravelMax named Best Travel Business in Northern Ireland at 2025 TTNG Awards
(L-R) Savannah Bracewell (Travelmax Sales, Media & Marketing Manager), Maxine Bracewell (Travelmax Founder & Owner), Ionela...
Jul 2, 2025
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