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Mid and East Antrim Farm watch Scheme hosts sign-up event at Ballymena Livestock Market
Mid and East Antrim PCSP’s (Policing and Community Safety Partnerships) Farm Watch Scheme is set to host a significant community event...
Aug 22, 2024


Motorfest NI returns to Ballymena with a revved-up fundraiser for Community Rescue Service
This Sunday, August 25, petrolheads and families alike are invited to Ballee Playing Fields for the much-anticipated return of Motorfest...
Aug 22, 2024


Gaston welcomes start to drainage works at Ballee Cemetery
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston has welcomed the beginning of drainage works by council at Ballee Cemetery in Ballymena. Families who...
Aug 22, 2024


Disappointment as DAERA refuses major salmon and trout hatchery initiative on Co Antrim river
The Kells, Connor and Glenwherry Angling Club have expressed serious disappointment at the refusal by DAERA of a major initiative aimed...
Aug 22, 2024


Police advise of traffic delays ahead of parade in Rasharkin
Police are advising road users to expect traffic delays in Rasharkin this Friday 23 August, due to a planned parade. Ballymaconnelly Sons...
Aug 22, 2024


Ballymena charity secures land to build retreat lodge for families impacted by Spina Bifida
Location of the proposed site for the retreat lodge Ballymena based charity LoveHope&Faith are excited after securing land in Ballymena...
Aug 21, 2024


Royal Black Institution set for six major parades across NI on ‘Last Saturday’
Royal Black Institution officers lead the 2023 ‘Last Saturday’ demonstration in Loughgall The Royal Black Institution has announced...
Aug 21, 2024


Galgorm Collection announces series of complimentary events to celebrate World Wellness Weekend
Galgorm Thermal Spa Village Galgorm Collection is set to celebrate World Wellness Weekend next month (September) with a series of...
Aug 21, 2024


Painting a picture of the power of the arts at Wilson House
George Parker displays his first place artwork. “Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would ever be able to paint.” George Parker is...
Aug 20, 2024


Carnlough’s sporting facilities refurbishment complete!
Eamon McMullan MEABC, Catherine Black MEABC, Patricia McConnell - Carnlough Community Association, Anthea Owens DAERA, Ald Gerardine...
Aug 20, 2024


Plans for Glenarm Castle to go solar
An application for listed building consent for the installation of solar panels at Glenarm Castle has been lodged with Mid and East...
Aug 20, 2024


Jill Bakes | One-pan Chorizo and Chicken Pasta
This is a really tasty pasta made in just over half an hour and only one pan to wash as the pasta is cooked in with the sauce! You just...
Aug 18, 2024


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena: Saturday 17 August 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...
Aug 17, 2024


Local school pays tribute to well liked and respected student
Pictured 18-year-old Andrew Logan The staff of Cambridge House Grammar School in Ballymena have shared their condolences and paid tribute...
Aug 17, 2024


Ballymena to host exciting new biodiversity workshop
Translink is bringing its commitment to enhancing biodiversity and promoting sustainability to Ballymena with a new educational and...
Aug 17, 2024


New Slemish Nursing Home unit named after Manager after 20 years of service
Dorothy McKeefry celebrates the opening of the new unit with the Slemish Nursing Home team. Slemish Nursing Home in Ballymena has opened...
Aug 16, 2024


St Killian’s continues to celebrate success!
A-Level Top Achievers at St Killian’s College St Killian’s College students have been celebrating examination success at A level. This...
Aug 16, 2024


Excellent results for St Patrick’s College, Ballymena A Level students
A2 students celebrating their results at St Patrick’s College, Ballymena St Patrick’s College, Ballymena’s Principal Paul Fitzpatrick...
Aug 16, 2024


Thousands expected to attend annual Co Antrim Royal Black Parade in Ballymena
Thousands of marching band enthusiasts are expected to attend the County Antrim Grand Black Chapter Annual Commemoration, being hosted...
Aug 15, 2024


Exciting News: Bernaghmore and Ballymena Family Practice are merging to become Mountview Surgery!
From Bernaghmore & Ballymena Family Practice We are delighted to share some exciting news with you. On the 5th of September 2024,...
Aug 15, 2024
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