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Co Antrim man named following fatal road collision
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has formally identified the man who died in a two-vehicle collision on the Windyhill Road between Limavady and Coleraine. The victim has been confirmed as 57-year-old David Elder, from the Ballymoney area. Mr Elder tragically died at the scene of Thursday’s crash, which occurred shortly after 9.45am and involved a lorry and a white Peugeot Partner van. The Windyhill Road remained closed for several hours on Thursday, 20 November,
Nov 21, 2025


Causeway Coast and Glens unveils magical Christmas events across four main towns
Santa arriving in Limavady. Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has announced a packed programme of festive celebrations set to bring Christmas magic to Ballymoney, Limavady, Ballycastle and Coleraine later this month. The Council says the events aim to “spread festive cheer this Christmas season” with a series of family-friendly activities, parades and Santa appearances designed to mark the start of the borough’s Christmas calendar. Four towns, four festive switch-ons
Nov 14, 2025


Danske Bank confirms opening date for new Ballymoney location
Danske Bank has confirmed that its new Ballymoney branch will officially open its doors at 12 High Street on Monday 24 November 2025 at 9.30am . The announcement marks the latest stage in the bank’s investment in modernising local banking services in the town. To enable the transition, the current branch—located only a few doors away—will close permanently at 12.30pm on Friday 21 November 2025. The new premises will deliver the enhanced services first announced in September,
Nov 14, 2025


Reception to honour Junior Drum Major World Champion Lydia Todd of McNeillstown Pipe Band, Portglenone
Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, has hosted a reception for local Junior Drum Major champion Lydia Todd. Included in the photo are members of the McNeillstown Pipe Band . The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, has hosted a special reception to honour local talent Lydia Todd, who recently claimed three major Drum Major titles on the international stage. The 14-year-old Dalriada School pupil secured the 2025 Scottish, E
Oct 25, 2025


“We’ve never worked harder”: Ballymoney Family Practice highlights pressure on GP services
Ballymoney Family Practice Ballymoney Family Practice has released detailed figures highlighting the immense workload handled by its team...
Oct 6, 2025


Translink partners with Ballymoney Men’s Shed to restore historic station signs
Translink has announced a new community partnership with Ballymoney Men’s Shed to restore and refurbish historic signage at Ballymoney...
Oct 4, 2025


Danske Bank confirms new Ballymoney branch opening this November
Danske Bank has announced a major investment in Ballymoney with plans to relocate its branch to a modern new site on High Street. The...
Sep 19, 2025


BEAM shines a light on World Suicide Prevention Week in Ballymoney
Community wellbeing initiative BEAM (Building Empowerment and Awareness to Mind) marked World Suicide Prevention Week by lighting up...
Sep 10, 2025


Moyle First Responders boosted by generous NFU Ballymoney donation to support life-saving work
James Mulholland, Tracey McAuley, and Julina Butler from Moyle Community First Responders accept a cheque for £7899.00 from David Lennox,...
Sep 7, 2025


TUV now NI’s third-largest party as Allister pledges no return to Stormont without Protocol removal
TUV Party Leader, Jim Allister MP TUV leader Jim Allister has said his party is ready for, and looking forward to, the challenge of the...
Aug 24, 2025


Traffic survey planned for Ballymoney’s Frosses Road & Kirk Road junction after safety concerns raised
North Antrim DUP MLA Paul Frew Concerns have been raised over the safety of a busy Ballymoney road junction, with the Department for...
Aug 22, 2025


BEAM in the Park to bring Ballymoney together for mental wellbeing picnic
BEAM in the Park, organised by (L-R) Katherine Murphy, Lee Kane, Hannah Graham, Zara Hutchinson and Clare Doherty. Following the success...
Aug 13, 2025


CAFRE celebrates Class of 2025 Master’s Graduates in Agri-Food and Rural Enterprise
Celebrating their Master’s Degree awards: David Moore (Ballymoney) , James Waugh (Portadown), Daniel Sproule (Killylea), Mairead McCrory...
Jul 19, 2025


Queen’s lecturer earns PhD after pioneering domestic abuse training for NI Nursing students
Dr Stephanie Craig A Queen’s University Belfast lecturer has been awarded a PhD from the School of Nursing and Midwifery after leading a...
Jul 9, 2025


Woman charged with murder of Patrick ‘Paddy’ Douglas following Co Antrim fire
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have charged a 34-year-old woman with murder in...
Jul 4, 2025


Murder investigation launched after death of Patrick ‘Paddy’ Douglas in Ballymoney fire
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have launched a murder investigation following the...
Jul 3, 2025


Man in his 50s dies following house fire in Ballymoney
Police have confirmed that a man in his 50s has died following a house fire in the Main Street area of Ballymoney on the morning of...
Jul 1, 2025


Ballymoney flat fire: One person taken to Royal Victoria Hospital following early morning blaze
The scene this morning in Ballymoney. Image: Mosside Educational RCS Emergency services rushed to the scene of a serious fire at a...
Jul 1, 2025


41 New firefighters graduate from NIFRS’ new £50m training college
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service celebrated its first graduation ceremony at its new Learning & Development College (LDC),...
Jun 20, 2025


County Antrim farmer fined for polluting river resulting in death of fish
A County Antrim farmer has been fined £1,500 following a serious pollution incident that resulted in the death of fish and contamination...
Jun 6, 2025
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