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Father and son sentenced for illegal waste dumping in Ballymena
Antrim Crown Court In a significant environmental case, a father and son from Ballymena, County Antrim, have been sentenced at Antrim...
Sep 23


TUV and UUP condemn “senseless” attack on Dunloy Orange Hall
The Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) has issued a strong condemnation following yet another attack on Dunloy Orange Hall in North Antrim,...
Sep 23


Galgorm Collection celebrates triple triumph at AA Hospitality Awards 2025
In a glittering ceremony at JW Marriott Grosvenor House, London, the Galgorm Collection has solidified its reputation as a cornerstone of...
Sep 23


£700,000 resurfacing scheme begins on A2 Coast Road in Ballygally, Larne
Ballygally, County Antrim A significant £700,000 road resurfacing project has commenced along the A2 Coast Road in Ballygally, Larne, as...
Sep 23


Ballymena Academy netballers shine with Northern Ireland squad selections
(L-R): Faye Pearson, Katie Allen, Poppy Wilson Three talented netball players from Ballymena Academy have earned prestigious...
Sep 23


UK Health Secretary dismisses Donald Trump’s claims linking paracetamol use in pregnancy to autism
UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting appearing on Tuesday morning (23 September 2025) on ITV’s Lorraine Health Secretary Wes Streeting has...
Sep 23


Farmers’ Choir strikes up Winter Season with new talent and exciting performances
Musical Director Barkley Thompson with new accompanists Grace Dornan and Roseanna Hunter. The Farmers’ Choir has launched its Winter...
Sep 23


Co Antrim pet food manufacturer celebrates £1m expansion with new Randalstown facilities
Council’s Steven Norris joins staff from Contact Marketing (NI) Ltd at their new office in Randalstown Contact Marketing (NI) Ltd has...
Sep 23


Police appeal after theft of 20 sheep in Ballymena as £3,500 reward offered in rural crime probe
Police in Ballymena are appealing for information following the theft of 20 sheep from land adjacent to the Cromkill Road. The incident...
Sep 22


Ballymena housing development sparks community outrage as residents rally to protect Braid River Walk
The River Braid, Ballymena A proposed housing development near the Tullygarley area of Ballymena has ignited significant opposition from...
Sep 22


Frew presses UK Government to defend Wrightbus amid growing fears over unfair competition from China
Wrightbus chief executive Jean-Marc Gales North Antrim DUP MLA Paul Frew has escalated calls for urgent government action to safeguard...
Sep 22


Police vehicle attacked during violent disorder in Co Down
A police vehicle has been left out of action after being attacked by a crowd in Kilkeel during the early hours of Monday 22 September....
Sep 22


Home schooling on the rise as parents warn NI’s education system is failing neurodiverse children
Home schooling parents have warned neurodiverse children in Northern Ireland are being “failed by the education system”. Heart-breaking...
Sep 22


Tesco Golden Grant helps Antrim church provide back-to-school kits
This year, the church donated 120 kits in time for the school term, including essential stationery such as pencils, pens, rulers,...
Sep 22


Man in critical condition after Glenravel Road collision as police seek witnesses
Northern Ireland Air Ambulance in attendance at the collision on Sunday afternoon. The Glenravel Road between Ballymena and Cushendall...
Sep 22


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘R’ is for Rhubarb Crumble
‘R’ is for Rhubarb Crumble! A rhubarb crumble is a classic for a reason - perfect for this change in weather and delicious with sweet...
Sep 21


One man hospitalised after single-vehicle crash near Cargan
The scene on Sunday afternoon as emergency service crews responded to a single vehicle collision near Cargan, County Antrim. All images:...
Sep 21


Restoration Rescue: Ballymena couple revive historic cottages in new BBC Series
The cluster of abandoned cottages dates back to the 1800s. (All images: BBC NI) In a heartwarming journey to preserve Northern Ireland’s...
Sep 21


TUV leader condemns UK’s recognition of Palestine as “reward for terrorism”
Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister, and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer In a strongly worded...
Sep 21


MLA Jon Burrows confirms Bailey the support dog removed from Magilligan Prison amid welfare concerns
Bailey the dog Bailey, a support dog kept inside HM Prison Magilligan, has been removed from the facility and placed in a temporary home...
Sep 21


Royal Oak planted in Ballycastle to honour Coronation of King Charles III
All photos: McAuley Multimedia The Ballycastle Branch of the Royal British Legion has planted a Royal Oak at Ballycastle Presbyterian...
Sep 21


Northern Ireland unveils design for renewable energy electricity price guarantee to cut energy bills
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has unveiled the Final Scheme Design for the Renewable Electricity Price Guarantee (REPG) , a major...
Sep 21


Police appeal for information on missing 73-year-old in Antrim
Police in Antrim have issued an urgent appeal for help in locating 73-year-old Noel Henry Bayne, who was reported missing on Saturday...
Sep 20


Waterstone’s Ballymena: This week’s Top 10 bestsellers, offers, and storytime fun
Ballymena book lovers are in for a treat this week as Waterstone’s Ballymena shares its latest Top 10 bestselling books, exciting...
Sep 20
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