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Dobbies confirm closure date of Antrim store
Following on from news emerging on Monday evening (30 September), Dobbies have today confirmed that the company’s flagship Antrim store...
Oct 1, 2024


Dobbies Antrim store marked for closure
Dobbies has today, Monday 30 September, announced plans to close 11 of its stores across the UK, including its Antrim store. The move...
Sep 30, 2024


Detectives appeal for information following arson incident in Antrim
Detectives are appealing for information following an incident of arson in Antrim on Sunday 29th September. Detective Sergeant Marks...
Sep 29, 2024


Dobbies reveals new Little Seedlings Club Ambassadors
Ella, Dobbies’ Little Seedlings Club Ambassador at the Antrim store A five-year-old girl who regularly attends Dobbies Garden Centre in...
Sep 29, 2024


Removal of Emergency General Surgery at Causeway Hospital is needed to avoid “service collapse”
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust say the removal of Emergency General Surgery (EGS) at Causeway Hospital is needed to avoid...
Sep 28, 2024


UK Minister visits Space Antrim ahead of official opening
UK Government Local Growth Minister Alex Norris signing the Space visitor book with Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cllr Neil Kelly...
Sep 23, 2024


Translink delivers level crossing safety awareness training to agri-students
Translink’s Level Crossing Risk Manager, Keith Pollock and Joe Mulholland, Senior Lecturer Agriculture at CAFRE with this year’s intake...
Sep 19, 2024


Plans approved for equine therapy centre for children with complex needs in Co Antrim
Planning permission was granted for an equine therapy centre for children with complex needs at a meeting of Antrim and Newtownabbey...
Sep 17, 2024


High Spirits as Dunadry Hotel & Garden unveils new whiskey experience
The Cellar at Dunadry Hotel & Gardens blends tradition with a contemporary edge. The Dunadry Hotel & Gardens has enhanced its appeal to...
Sep 16, 2024


‘Challenging weather’ blamed for ‘disappointing’ visitor figures at Antrim garden show
“Challenging weather conditions” have been blamed for the number of visitors who attended this year’s Garden Show Ireland event which...
Sep 14, 2024


Ho Ho Ho! Dobbies calls for Santas and elves to deliver some Christmas magic
As the holiday season jingles closer and Santa polishes his sleigh in preparation, Dobbies, one of the biggest employers of Santas and...
Sep 9, 2024


Sculpture of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II unveiled in Antrim Castle Gardens
The Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim, Mr David McCorkell KStJ and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Paul Dunlop BEM are joined by sculptor, Anto...
Sep 8, 2024


Detectives investigate petrol bomb attack on home in Antrim
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a petrol bomb incident at residential premises at the Kilgreel Road area...
Sep 6, 2024


Talking continues over possible removal of general surgery services at Causeway Hospital
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will seek a meeting with Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s chief executive to discuss the...
Sep 6, 2024


Jingle all the way to Dobbies as the Garden Centre unveils magical experiences for families
Dobbies Garden Centres is readying itself for Santa’s arrival and counting down the days to spread festive joy this Christmas, as it unveils
Sep 5, 2024


ANB Council carries out test purchasing at sunbed outlets
One sunbed operator in Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough failed a test visit by a teenager under the age of 18, a report to councillors...
Sep 5, 2024


Prepare your garden for Spring with Dobbies’ free Grow How workshops on seasonal planting!
As the cooler days of Autumn approach, Dobbies Garden Centres is inviting families and gardening enthusiasts to its Antrim and Lisburn...
Sep 1, 2024


Mayor welcomes Council unanimous decision on motions condemning racist attacks and intimidation
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly Following a spate of recent racist attacks and intimidation across parts of...
Aug 30, 2024


Antrim based Outsource Group partners with US world leader in cyber security Palo Alto
Outsource Group has partnered with California-based Palo Alto Networks - the world’s leading cyber security firm - in a new deal that...
Aug 29, 2024


Northern Trust seeks planning permission for new £5.5m midwifery facility
The proposed new midwifery-led unit to the right of the main entrance to Antrim Area Hospital. A planning application has been lodged...
Aug 27, 2024
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