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Unearth prehistoric plants at Dobbies Garden Centres’ FREE Little Seedlings Club
This August, children attending Dobbies Little Seedlings Club at the Antrim and Lisburn stores will get the chance to travel back...
Jul 10
Wheels in motion for Antrim skate park as Council backs plans
The development of an urban skate park in Antrim has taken a step forward after councillors agreed to place the project on the borough...
Jul 9
Antrim neonatal nurse wins prestigious award for staff leadership and innovation
A dedicated nurse from Antrim Area Hospital’s Neonatal Unit has been formally recognised for her outstanding commitment to professional...
Jul 8
Celebrating two decades of success: Northern Trust’s Day Opportunities programme transforms lives
Garth Anderson with Day Opportunities service users in Coleraine who are taking part in a performing arts programme. As the Northern...
Jul 6
New Lough Neagh Rivers Trust launched to protect and restore catchment waterways
A new environmental body, the Lough Neagh Rivers Trust, has been officially launched to protect and enhance the rivers and streams that...
Jul 6
First look as world-famous Popeyes® prepares to open in Antrim
Global fried chicken giant Popeyes® is bringing the bold flavours of Louisiana to County Antrim this Monday, 7 July, as it opens its...
Jul 4
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
‘Critical need’: MP urges action as Trust warns of delays to vital mental health centre in Antrim
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s planned new £143m mental health facility in Antrim remains at a standstill without...
Jun 28
Northern Trust reports 13,000 emergency patients in May – many waiting over 12 hours
Antrim Area Hospital Emergency Department (ED) The Northern Health and Social Care Trust has reported 8,307 patients seeking treatment in...
Jun 27
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
CAFRE Greenmount students celebrate in style at annual formal
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Agriculture students Estelle McIlwaine (Ballymena) , Kate McShane (Newry), Kirsty Muldoon (Armagh) and Lucy...
Jun 7
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
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
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