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New social housing and retail units proposed in Castle Mall redevelopment plan
Computer generated design Image for of the proposed new social housing development in Antrim town centre. A planning application is being...
17 hours ago


PEACEPLUS delivers big wins for Antrim: Skate park among highlights
A new skate park has been earmarked for Antrim through the next phase of PEACEPLUS funding. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s...
20 hours ago


From Antrim to Ballymena: IFA explains decision behind location shift for National Training Centre
The Irish Football Association (IFA) has responded to a demand by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to “explain itself” after a...
6 days ago


Antrim and Newtownabbey Council approves new social media protocol after ‘vile’ comments
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved social media protocol following “vile” online comments. The borough council’s...
Jun 8


First, fear. Now, first female Mayor: Leah Kirkpatrick’s inspiring journey
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick From a teenager gripped by anxiety and self-doubt to making history...
Jun 3


Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick becomes first female Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick with Deputy Mayor, Councillor Julie Gilmour In a historic appointment,...
Jun 2


Antrim’s NI Centenary Stadium celebrates reopening of upgraded athletic track
Trying out the the newly resurfaced track are (L-R): Kiyomi Tosh, Jack Parker, Deputy Mayor, Cllr Paul Dunlop, Mayor, Cllr Neil Kelly,...
May 30


PAC overturns council’s refusal for Ballyclare retail scheme at former Royal British Legion
Design image for the proposed new retail units in Ballyclare, County Antrim. The Planning Appeals Commission has upheld an appeal against...
May 24


Elite teams set for 2025 Budget Energy SuperCupNI Girls’ Sections in Co Antrim
Northern Ireland internationals Maja and Chloe, alongside Cora and Katie from Crusaders and Luci and Ella from Larne. A host of elite...
May 23


Co Antrim man sentenced for causing severe injuries and suffering to kitten
A 21-year-old County Antrim man has been sentenced following a harrowing case of animal cruelty, in which a kitten sustained such severe...
May 19


Antrim & Newtownabbey Council approves £25K for research to address vacant properties in five towns
High Street, Antrim Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved market research at a cost of £25,000 to explore potential uses for...
May 16


Councillor left feeling like a ‘buck eejit’ over hard plastics recycling confusion
A lack of recycling of hard plastics in Antrim and Newtownabbey was queried at a meeting of the borough council at Mossley Mill on Monday...
Apr 30


Antrim and Newtownabbey Council pioneers Swift conservation with new planning guidelines
Cllr Mark Cooper and Kate McAllister, from RSPB Antrim Local Group, launch the swift caller system at Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey. Antrim...
Apr 27


Approval for upgrade works at Household Recycling Centre in Randalstown
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have unanimously approved an upgrade to Craigmore Household Recycling Centre, at Clonkeen Road in...
Apr 25


Plans for new police dog training facility at PSNI College Steeple Campus in Antrim
A planning application has been submitted to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for a new building for PSNI dog training at a...
Apr 19


Macmillan lodge plans for new £3.2M Information & Support Centre at Antrim Area for cancer patients
A planning application has been lodged with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for a new £3.2m centre at Antrim Hospital to support...
Apr 17


The Ballyclare May Fair Returns – A Week of Fun for All!
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly with the Ballyclare May Fair Working Group Get ready for a week packed with...
Apr 15


ANB Councillors approve £1,000 penalty for landlords in breach of electrical safety standards
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved a £1,000 penalty for landlords who are in breach of electrical safety standards in the...
Apr 8


This weekend! Explore blooming beautiful plants at the Spring Plant Fair in Antrim Castle Gardens
This weekend, Saturday 12 April from 10am to 5pm, the ever-popular Spring Plant Fair is back and bursting with vibrant colours and...
Apr 8


Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council unveil exciting line-up for VE Day 80 celebrations!
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly announces VE Day 80 Line Up Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is proud to...
Apr 3
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