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Enforcement officers issue two fixed penalties for dog fouling despite calls for more robust response
Just two fixed penalties were issued by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for dog fouling during a recent six-month period despite...
Dec 9, 2024


Gorgeous Ginny finds her happy place for Christmas
Ginny enjoying some time while at Dogs Trust Ballymena. An affectionate crossbreed dog who began the year in Dogs Trust care will...
Dec 9, 2024


Galgorm Collection and Duality Healthcare partner on innovative staff healthcare initiative
Pictured (left to right); Laura Millar, Associate Director of Human Resources, Galgorm Collection; Dr. Bláthnaid Carlin, Medical Doctor,...
Dec 9, 2024


Indulge in a fresh festive feast from McNeill’s ViVOXTRA, Actually
Everything you need for Christmas from McNeill's ViVOXTRA Broughshane Advertorial Picture the scene: a table laid out with all the...
Dec 9, 2024


Man sentenced after pleading guilty to animal welfare and puppy breeding offences
Mr Nigel Hunter, Woodside Road, Ballymena, was sentenced at Ballymena Magistrates’ Court on 29 November 2024, after previously pleading...
Dec 8, 2024


Jill Bakes | Christmas Sausage Roll Wheel with Camembert Cheese
This Christmas Sausage Roll Wheel with Camembert Cheese is the perfect festive weekend bake! If you’re looking for showstopper party...
Dec 8, 2024


Young Ballymena woman selected to represent NI at upcoming U19 European netball event in Scotland
Ballymena Netball star Katie Allen has been selected to represent Northern Ireland at the upcoming U19 Europe Netball Event this incoming...
Dec 8, 2024


Police appeal for information following arson at block of flats in Ballymena
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of an arson incident at a block of flats in the Larne Road area...
Dec 8, 2024


Pupils scoop prize with winning ice cream design!
Eli Truesdale from Braidside Integrated Primary School with Christine Barnhill from Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and Karl Wilson...
Dec 8, 2024


Education Minister announces first step in major expansion of pre-school education provision
Education Minister Paul Givan pictured with Principal of Brooklands Primary School Nursery Unit, Jeremy Armstrong and some of the...
Dec 8, 2024


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena - Saturday 7 December 2024
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! This week’s Top 10...
Dec 7, 2024


MEA residents encouraged to donate to spectacle reuse scheme
( L-R) Martin Gribben (HRC Senior Site Attendant); Karen McCormick (Antrim Coast Lions Club), Denise Abram (President of the Antrim Coast...
Dec 6, 2024


Council agrees to accept more cash from asylum seeker dispersal funding
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed to accept a further £15,000 asylum seeker dispersal funding from The Northern Ireland...
Dec 6, 2024


MB Motors Ballymena delighted to scoop national award
Delighted Malcolm Beattie on stage at The Brewery with awards night compere Mike Brewer, right, and Gareth Jones, left, director at G3...
Dec 6, 2024


Mid and East Antrim Council announces park closures across borough due to Storm Darragh
With an amber weather warning in place this weekend, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has announced a number of park closures. Storm...
Dec 6, 2024


Man charged to court in connection with burglary and other offences in Ballymena
Police investigating a report of burglary at commercial premises in the Ballymena area and other related offences on Wednesday evening,...
Dec 6, 2024


New gazebo unveiled for community in Cullybackey!
(Front Row L-R) - Buick Primary School children, Mayor and Diamond Primary School children. (Back Row 2) - Georgina Peacock; Paul...
Dec 5, 2024


Production crews roll into Ballymena as filming begins on new TV crime drama series
Production crews have rolled into Ballymena once again as filming gets underway on a brand-new television crime drama series. The...
Dec 5, 2024


Man arrested following arson and spate of burglaries in Ballymena
Police in Ballymena have made an arrest in connection with an overnight arson and other related offences. Inspector Hewat said: “On...
Dec 5, 2024


Merry Christmas Ballymena: Festive Fun and reflection at Ballymena Elim Church
As the festive season approaches, Ballymena Elim Church is set to transform into a hub of holiday cheer and heartwarming experiences with...
Dec 4, 2024
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