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ANB Councillors set to approve proposal for new active travel projects
Walking routes to remote workplaces in Antrim and Newtownabbey are among proposed new “active travel” projects in the borough. The...
Mar 1, 2025


ANB | New crime prevention initiative launched aimed at protecting the vulnerable and isolated
Inspector Neil Patton pictured with security packs as part of new initiative. In Antrim and Newtownabbey, the local Crime Prevention...
Feb 28, 2025


Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Seachtain na Gaeilge 2025
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly launches Seachtain na Gaeilge with Dearbháil Uí Bhiataigh and Cassie Ní Chatháin...
Feb 28, 2025


Greggs announced plans to open at The Junction
Joining a strong roster of food and beverage tenants, food on-the-go retailer, Greggs, has announced plans to open a new shop at The...
Feb 27, 2025


Free gardening workshops at Dobbies’ Antrim and Lisburn stores this March
Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting two free workshops at its Antrim and Lisburn stores this March for gardeners of all ages; Prepare to...
Feb 26, 2025


Plans approved for £14M filling station and fuel distribution complex at The Junction
Planning permission has been approved for a new £14m filling station and fuel distribution complex at The Junction Retail and Leisure...
Feb 19, 2025


Two men have been charged to court in connection with drug-related offences
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch have charged two people to court in connection with...
Feb 16, 2025


ANB Council approves £30,000 programme to celebrate VE Day 80 in Co Antrim
Antrim Castle Gardens. Image: Whileonourtravels Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors approved a £30,000 programme of events to mark the...
Feb 15, 2025


Employment opportunities in agriculture showcased at CAFRE Greenmount in Antrim
Alltech – Aislinn Campbell and Adam Smyth (BSc Agricultural Technology graduates), Amie Peers, Alltech with Level 3 Advanced Technical...
Feb 15, 2025


Two men arrested and drugs seized after suspicious vehicle stopped in Antrim area
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch, supported by Auto Crime Team colleagues, made two...
Feb 15, 2025


From barcodes to betrothed: Love checked out at Asda Antrim
Dillon and Courtney This Valentine’s Day, Asda Antrim is celebrating love in all forms as five couples share their heartwarming...
Feb 13, 2025


Man dies in house fire tragedy in Antrim
A man has sadly died following a house fire in Antrim in the early hours of Tuesday morning, February 11. The alarm was raised at 3:51am...
Feb 11, 2025


ANB Council strikes “modest rate increase” as it continues to “build a sustainable and prosperous future”
At a special council meeting held on Monday 10 February, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has applied an increase of 4.96% to the...
Feb 11, 2025


“No final decision” yet made on future of surgery at Antrim Area and Causeway hospitals
Northern Health and Social Care Trust chief executive Jennifer Welsh The chief executive of the Northern Health and Social Care Trust has...
Feb 8, 2025


Department of Health consultation on future of NI hospitals says no hospitals will be “downgraded”
No hospitals will be “downgraded” or closed as part of a reconfiguration proposed by the Department of Health in Northern Ireland, a...
Feb 7, 2025


ANB Councillor seeks new van waste charge
Antrim and Newtownabbey Independent Councillor Stafford Ward has called on the council to introduce a charge for vans bringing rubbish...
Feb 5, 2025


Nine cars destroyed by arson attack in Antrim
Police are appealing for information following an arson attack at a scrapyard in the Ballyutoag Road area of Antrim, in the early hours...
Jan 12, 2025


ANB Councillors considers changes at household recycling centres in bid to save £40K
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors will consider a reduction in household recycling centre opening hours during a meeting of the borough...
Jan 4, 2025


ANB Councillors to consider reducing leisure centre opening hours during public and bank holidays
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors will be asked to consider reducing leisure centre opening hours during public and bank holidays as...
Jan 3, 2025


Fundraiser set up after fire causes ‘colossal’ smoke damage in All Saints’, Antrim
Extensive smoke damage was caused throughout All Sants’ Parish Church, Antrim A fire which broke out in All Sants’ Parish Church, Antrim,...
Dec 30, 2024
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