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Ballymena pupils celebrate inspirational educators in ‘Treat Your Teacher’ competition!
Teachers across Ballymena have been celebrated in heartfelt style this week as pupils honoured their favourite educators through the...
Jun 20


One in four council defibrillators inaccessible to public in Mid and East Antrim, report reveals
Just three-quarters of defibrillators owned by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council are publicly available, a report to councillors said....
Jun 19


Former Aston Martin engineering chief joins Wrightbus as CTO to accelerate net zero transport
Former Aston Martin engineering chief Paul Thomas has been appointed Group Chief Technology Officer at Wrightbus, Ballymena. Wrightbus,...
Jun 19


Pride and Prejudice comes to life as Theatre in the Park Returns to Ballymena and Carrickfergus
A much-loved summer tradition is set to return this August as Theatre in the Park once again graces the green spaces of Ballymena and...
Jun 19


Plans lodged for new 12-lane bowling alley and amusement centre in Ballymena
Ballymena could soon welcome a major new family entertainment destination, as plans have been submitted to transform the town’s existing...
Jun 19


Two men charged over Ballymena disorder as arrest total rises to 33
Police have confirmed that two further individuals have been charged in connection with recent street disorder in Ballymena, bringing the...
Jun 19


Ballymena shines in Channel 5’s Murder Most Puzzling with Phyllis Logan
A captivating new crime drama, Murder Most Puzzling , is set to premiere on Channel 5 this Thursday, June 19, at 8pm, offering viewers...
Jun 18


Countdown is on to Twelfth of July 2025: A celebration of heritage and community
Ballymena, affectionately known as the City of the Seven Towers, is poised to host one of Northern Ireland’s much celebrated cultural...
Jun 18


Ballymena primary schools receive sports day boost from McKillop’s SPAR
Eamonn McKillop with Kirkinriola Primary School pupils at their sports day. Three local primary schools in Ballymena have received a...
Jun 18


Experience Day at Dogs Trust Ballymena promises pawsome fun and insight
Buddy, who is waiting to meet his new family at Dogs Trust Ballymena. Dog lovers are invited to go behind the scenes at Dogs Trust...
Jun 18


Deliberate fire destroys derelict house in Cullybackey
The blaze captured on camera on Sunday evening in Cullybackey A suspected arson attack caused extensive damage to a derelict bungalow in...
Jun 17


Home Bargains opens £5m Ballymena store, creating 75 jobs for the local community
The newly built Home Bargains store at Queen Street, Ballymena. Home Bargains has announced the opening of its brand new store in...
Jun 17


Stagecoach unveils new Wrightbus electric Macmillan Bus, continuing legacy of support for cancer care
The new electric Macmillan Cancer Support bus, built by Wrightbus and operated by Stagecoach London A new electric Macmillan Cancer...
Jun 17


Police confirm 31 arrests in wake of “racially-motivated” disorder across Northern Ireland
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed that 31 individuals have been arrested in connection with a series of...
Jun 17


Councillor calls for darts triumph to be celebrated after Josh Rock’s World Cup glory
A local councillor has called for civic celebrations to honour Broughshane native Josh Rock following Northern Ireland’s historic win at...
Jun 17


Mayor praises Mid and East Antrim’s honourees in King’s Birthday Awards
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, has warmly...
Jun 16


Stormont accused of ‘fuelling the fire’ by refusing to debate migration issues
A Northern Ireland MLA has strongly criticised the Stormont Assembly for failing to address public concerns around undocumented...
Jun 16


Ballymena pupils score once-in-a-lifetime training session with British & Irish Lions
The rugby team from Moorfields Primary School who have been selected to join the British & Irish Lions at the Aviva Stadium for a...
Jun 16


Allister urges Gov to tighten border controls amid concerns over EU access via Republic of Ireland
TUV leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister TUV leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister has called on the UK Government to confront what...
Jun 16


PSNI makes daily arrests as investigations continue into “race-motivated” disorder and arson across NI
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed that its officers, supported by the Public Order Enquiry Team, are continuing...
Jun 16
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