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Two police officers assaulted in Ballymena
Two police officers were assaulted in Ballymena as they responded to a report of theft in the Richmond Park area yesterday...
Oct 18, 2024


Approval for Ballymena solar farm “the size of 93 football pitches” despite 72 objections
A planning application for a solar farm outside Ballymena was granted by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s Planning Committee at a...
Oct 17, 2024


Councillor Bréanainn Lyness leds tributes to residents who have recently died
Deputy Mayor, Ballymena Sinn Fein Councillor Bréanainn Lyness Mid and East Antrim councillors stood to observe a minute’s silence as a...
Oct 17, 2024


Mid and East Antrim ranked second closely behind Belfast for new business startups
A new study aimed to identify emerging business hubs across the UK, particularly outside busy cities with well-established corporate...
Oct 17, 2024


From toilet seats to office chairs - MEA Council plans reveal change of use for Wellington Court
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has submitted plans which will see the former Wellington Court toilets repurposed into space for...
Oct 16, 2024


Minister Muir visits Ballymena based businesses
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA pictured with NIFDA Executive Director Michael Bell and Cranswick Country Foods Technical Manager Kathryn...
Oct 16, 2024


Ballymena motorsport rising star ready for prototype debut in Ligier European Series
Brandon McCaughan. (Image: Jakob Ebrey Photography) Motorsport rising star Brandon McCaughan is set for an exciting return to racing this...
Oct 16, 2024


Paws up for Wags & Whiskers: Ballymena's newest pet paradise opens its doors
Owners of Wags & Whiskers Pet Retreat Ruairi and Sarah Walsh Ballymena's furry residents have something to wag their tails about today as...
Oct 15, 2024


Water makes the world go round - St Colmcille’s PS enjoy learning with visit from NI Water
Pupils at St Colmcille’s Primary School in Ballymena This is just one interesting fact pupils of St Colmcille’s Primary School,...
Oct 15, 2024


Council considers buying two street cleansing machines costing £200K to clean up after dogs
Mid and East Antrim councillors have backed a motion for the council to purchase two dog foul street cleansing machines. The motion was...
Oct 15, 2024


Wrightbus apprentice joins panel to discuss opportunities for women in the bus and coach industry
Apprentice Hannah Currie A female apprentice from zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus shared her insights into the opportunities and...
Oct 15, 2024


Have some frightful fun in Mid and East Antrim this October!
As the leaves fall and the nights grow darker, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is thrilled to announce a series of fang-tastic...
Oct 14, 2024


SALE AGREED: Plans appear to be progressing for new Lidl store in Ballymena
Site sale agreed. Inset: CGI of new build Lidl concept store under construction currently in Coleraine. Ballymena's retail scene...
Oct 14, 2024


Police investigate burglary at community pharmacy in Ballymena
Boots Pharmacy on Queen Street, Ballymena Police in Ballymena are investigating a burglary at the Boots pharmacy in the Queen Street area...
Oct 14, 2024


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘D’ is for Double Chocolate Muffins
These are so delicious and are so simple to make - you don't even need a mixer! What 'E' recipe should I make? Let me know! Pop over to...
Oct 13, 2024


Donnelly Group raises £3,194 for Macmillan Cancer Support
Pictured are (L-R): James Rab, James McKelvey, Paul Mullan, Carol Noble, Bryan Harding, and Ian Archer. Northern Ireland’s largest...
Oct 13, 2024


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena - Saturday 12 October 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...
Oct 12, 2024


Gaston praises Turning Point NI's vital work in Ballymena during Assembly Debate
North Antrim TUV MLA Timothy Gaston In a heartfelt address during an Assembly debate, North Antrim TUV MLA Timothy Gaston lauded the...
Oct 12, 2024


Trauma informed practice crucial for Councils says Donnelly
Larne Lough Alliance Councillor Maeve Donnelly Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has approved a motion to adopt a “trauma-informed...
Oct 12, 2024


Mid & East Antrim’s 2024/25 Science Summer School initiative launched
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Alderman Beth Adger MBE at the launch of Science Summer School 2024/25 with Lord Andrew Mawson OBE from The...
Oct 12, 2024
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