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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


Judge warns Antrim man over alleged sexual communication with child: Arrest warrant possible
A JUDGE has warned that if an Antrim town man, who is accused of attempting to have a 'sexual communication' with a child, does not...
Jul 1, 2025


Sensata’s new R&D centre in Co Antrim puts Northern Ireland on the global innovation map
Pictured at Sensata Technologies’ new Northern Ireland Technology Centre in Antrim are (L-R) Darren Walker, site leader at Sensata NI,...
Jun 28, 2025


Castle Mall in Antrim sees footfall surge after major investment and retailer commitments
Laura Keery, Frazer Kidd with Pamela Minford, Centre Manager at Castle Mall Castle Mall in Antrim Town has reported a significant rise in...
Jun 24, 2025


Co Antrim dog owner sentenced following Staffordshire attack on young male
A County Antrim man has received a suspended custodial sentence and fine after his dog attacked a young male in a serious incident that...
Jun 23, 2025


Popeyes® to bring first drive-thru restaurant to Northern Ireland, opening in Antrim
Popeye’s Deluxe Chicken Sandwich World-renowned fried chicken brand Popeyes® is set to open its first drive-thru restaurant in Northern...
Jun 18, 2025


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...
Jun 17, 2025


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...
Jun 17, 2025


Construction begins on £5.7m Alongside Midwifery-Led Unit at Antrim Area Hospital
Members of the design and construction team of a new Alongside Midwifery-Led Unit joined Northern Trust Chief Executive Jennifer Welsh,...
Jun 14, 2025


Good Morning Antrim: Lifeline for older people, tackling loneliness with daily calls
Libby Higham, Coordinator at the Family Caring Centre A heartfelt telephone befriending service in Antrim is making a significant...
Jun 14, 2025


Discover CAFRE during Open Farm Weekend 2025 at Greenmount Campus in Antrim
Colman Byrne and Judith McCord from Greenmount Campus are preparing to welcome visitors during Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend....
Jun 13, 2025


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...
Jun 12, 2025


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, 2025


Robin Swann champions rail link between Lisburn, Antrim and International Airport in the Commons
Robin Swann MP speaking on Thursday morning in the House of Commons. South Antrim MP Robin Swann has called on the UK Government to...
Jun 5, 2025


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, 2025


LEDCOM celebrates 40 years of economic transformation in Larne and Ballyclare
(L-R) Catherine Anderson, Business and Marketing Executive, Ken Nelson MBE, Chief Executive, and Dr Norman Apsley, OBE, Chairman. In a...
Jun 3, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


Police issue appeal after vehicles damaged near Randalstown Viaduct
Randalstown Viaduct, County Antrim Police have launched an investigation following reports that vehicles travelling beneath the...
May 29, 2025


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, 2025
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