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Rain or shine, there’s still time to explore Mid and East Antrim with Translink this summer
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, joins Karen Hoey from Translink’s Ballymena Bus Centre to...
Aug 14, 2023


JILL BAKES | Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork
This is such a simple recipe and it is a good one... just bung it in the slow cooker and leave it! It’s SO tasty, you need to try it!...
Aug 13, 2023


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1. The...
Aug 12, 2023


JILL BAKES | Salted Caramel Brownies
These salted caramel brownies make the perfect treat, providing the beautiful balance of gooey caramel and chocolate. One is just not...
Aug 6, 2023


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1. The...
Aug 5, 2023


Mid and East Antrim Council approves new £182k skate park for Larne!
Young and old(er) enjoying the Skate Jam at the official opening of Ballymena's new Skate Park September 2022. A new £182k skate park was...
Aug 4, 2023


Plans for a new leisure centre in Ballycastle have taken a step forward
Site location (in white) for new Ballycastle Leisure Centre Plans for a new leisure centre in Ballycastle have taken a step forward....
Aug 4, 2023


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1....
Jul 30, 2023


Mid & East Antrim Council back £250k funding bid for new 3G pitch
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed to support a £250k funding bid for a new 3G pitch at Wellington Rec Football Club in Larne....
Jul 25, 2023


LATEST | Jet2 service update for Rhodes
Jet2 has provided the company's latest update today, Tuesday 25 July, for flights to and from Rhodes, as the battle continues against...
Jul 25, 2023


Could Malt be your perfect match?
A lively one-year-old Labrador who has spent two months at Dogs Trust Ballymena Rehoming Centre- is on the look-out for his perfect...
Jul 25, 2023


JILL BAKES | Mango Chicken
One of my favourite dinners, this mango chicken is both indulgent and totally delicious. It is super easy to make and a great dish if you...
Jul 23, 2023


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1....
Jul 22, 2023


Mayor congratulates Ballymena Showgrounds and other finalists of NI Hospitality Awards
The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, has congratulated this year’s finalists in the Northern Ireland...
Jul 22, 2023


Earlier than anticipated recovery signs for Northern Ireland tourism
The number of hotel rooms sold in Northern Ireland last year rose by 62% on the previous 12 months, new figures haverevealed. Statistics...
Jul 21, 2023


Essential summer health tips for travellers going abroad
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is reminding summer travellers of simple steps to reduce their risk of common infections when...
Jul 21, 2023


Translink encourage Summer days out with special fares and day trip ideas
Friends Matthew and Churtikhan get ready for summer adventures with Translink With summer in full swing, Translink is encouraging more...
Jul 17, 2023


JILL BAKES | Strawberries & Cream Cheescake
Nothing screams summer more than Wimbledon-inspired strawberries and cream! This cheesecake is a perfect summer dessert and of course...
Jul 16, 2023


Centra ‘Run Together’ back for 2023 aiming to raise £20k for Action Cancer
Bubba, local fitness trainer; Lucy McCusker, corporate fundraising manager for Action Cancer; Jennifer Morton, Centra brand manager and...
Jul 16, 2023


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1....
Jul 15, 2023
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