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People in Ballymena are invited to step up and Walk for Parkinson’s
The Hutchinson family pictured at Walk For Parkinson’s in 2023. They raised in excess of £2000 for Parkinson’s UK, in memory of Creighton...
Jul 15, 2024


Jill Bakes | Decadent Strawboffee
A delightful fusion of juicy strawberries, rich caramel, and velvety cream, this heavenly creation is a perfect balance of sweetness and...
Jul 14, 2024


Department of Health releases latest complaints and compliments data received by HSC Trusts in NI
The Department of Health this week published statistics on complaint issues and compliments received by the six Health and Social Care...
Jul 13, 2024


Ballymena primary schools get Sports Day boost from local retailers
McKillop’s SPAR, Ballymena donated kits and equipment to Braidside Primary School. A survey by SPAR UK has found that nearly half (46%)...
Jul 13, 2024


Local charity urges public not to drink and drive over July bank holiday weekend
ASCERT's Chief Executive, Gary McMichael As Northern Ireland prepares for the bank holiday celebrations, ASCERT, a leading charity...
Jul 10, 2024


Minister sets out series of key initiatives for health reform in Northern Ireland
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Tackling health inequalities must be at the heart of health reform in Northern Ireland. That’s the message...
Jul 10, 2024


Choice supports vital community work in Ballymena
Pictured (L-R) is MEA Affordable Food Club support staff worker Dane Kyle, Carol Ervine (Choice Housing’s Group Director of Tenant and...
Jul 9, 2024


There is no price on people’s health, reminds local charity as latest cancer waiting times released
Richard Spratt, Chief Executive of Cancer Focus Northern Ireland Coming just days after the UK General Election, the latest NI Cancer...
Jul 9, 2024


Police encourage people of NI to enjoy a ‘Safer Summer Together’
Superintendent Gerry McGrath is pictured with Constables from the Bangor Neighbourhood Policing Team. THE Police Service of Northern...
Jul 7, 2024


Antrim Area Hospital receives national cancer award
Rebecca Getty Assistant Director, Moyra MillsMacmillan service improvement lead, Robert McGaughey, Dr Aaron Niblock Haematology...
Jul 6, 2024


Belfast Zoo achieves Autism Impact Award
Belfast Zoo is delighted to announce it recently has achieved the Autism NI Impact Award. This is the latest development in a programme...
Jul 3, 2024


St Vincent de Paul urges priority be given to those living in poverty
SVP Regional President for the Northern Region, Mary Waide With the General Election this week, St Vincent de Paul, the largest voluntary...
Jul 2, 2024


Three-suite maternity unit planned at front of Antrim Hospital
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust board has been given an update on a proposed new £5.5m “alongside” midwifery-led unit at Antrim...
Jun 30, 2024


Northern Trust sees highest increase in attendance at EDs due to “aging population”
A “significant increase” in patients attending hospital emergency departments (EDs) in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust could be...
Jun 30, 2024


Northern Trust anticipates £5.5M of Covid expenditure during financial year
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust is anticipating £5.5m Covid expenditure during the financial year, it has been reported. Owen...
Jun 29, 2024


Public consultation planned for general surgery 'reconfiguration’ across Northern Trust
Antrim Area Hospital A public consultation is due to take place over the future of general surgery in the Northern Health and Social Care...
Jun 28, 2024


Chatty Carriage puts older people on the right track to friendship and new connections
Madeline Lundy and Isabella Barkley on board the Chatty Carriage with Mark Dunn from Translink A group of older people has proved it’s...
Jun 28, 2024


Hot weather advice issued ahead of high temperatures
With high temperatures forecast for the coming days across the UK and Ireland, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be UV...
Jun 24, 2024


Urgent action needed on mental health services in Northern Ireland
Pictured with the Mental Health Champion, Professor Siobhan O’Neill is Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee, Daniel McCrossan...
Jun 24, 2024


Before jetting off for summer get your MMR vaccine – PHA
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urgently advising parents planning summer getaways to ensure their children are vaccinated as measles...
Jun 23, 2024
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