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Car fire linked to hate-motivated damage sparks police appeal in early hours incident
The scene in Bushmills where a car and property were attacked. (Images: McAuley Multimedia) A car fire in the early hours of Wednesday morning is being treated by police as a hate-motivated incident after further damage was discovered at a nearby property. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after midnight on Wednesday 10 June following reports of a vehicle on fire. Police officers attended alongside crews from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, who
Jun 10


Northern Trust launches new support programme for unpaid carers across community
Members of the carers walking group pictured in Antrim Castle Gardens with Claire Campbell and Louise Feeney from the Northern Trust’s Carer Hub. Unpaid carers across the Northern Trust area are being offered new support through a wide-ranging programme of wellbeing classes, peer support groups and activities designed to help them look after their own physical and mental health. The Northern Health and Social Care Trust has launched its latest Carer Support Programme during C
Jun 9


Northern Trust nurse says compassion is at heart of community care
Georgia Gamble is a Senior Community Nurse with the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, based between the Country Medical Centre in Armoy and Bushmills Health Centre as part of the Moyle Rural District Nursing Team. A Northern Trust community nurse has spoken about the importance of compassionate care, meaningful relationships and patient advocacy ahead of International Nurses Day next week. Georgia Gamble, a Senior Community Nurse with the Northern Health and Social Care
May 8


North Antrim dentistry crisis deepens as MLA warns of “slow collapse” of NHS care
Inset: North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston Mounting pressure on NHS dentistry in North Antrim has been laid bare in the Assembly, with warnings that the system is no longer sustainable and is being steadily replaced by private provision. Speaking during a debate this week, North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston said the current situation goes far beyond access issues, describing it as a structural failure that is already reshaping how dental care is delivered across communities includin
Apr 30


Woman taken to hospital after masked gang storm Bushmills home
A violent incident in Bushmills on Monday night left two occupants shaken and a woman injured after masked men armed with weapons forced their way into a home. The attackers ransacked the property before fleeing on foot. Detectives have launched an investigation following what police have described as an aggravated burglary in the Mount Pleasant area. Detective Inspector Hanbidge said: “Police received a report on Monday, 2nd March at approximately 9.30pm that a number of mas
Mar 3


Elderly man sadly dies after single-vehicle collision in County Antrim
A man in his eighties has sadly died following a single-vehicle road traffic collision in Bushmills, County Antrim, police have confirmed. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said the incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, 3 January, in the Carnbore Road area of the town. Chief Inspector Simpson, from the Collision Investigation Unit , said police received a report at approximately 2.35pm. “Police received a report at around 2.35pm on Saturday afternoon of a one-v
Jan 4


Gray’s Boutique Hotel & Brasserie welcomes new General Manager Andrew Orr
Gray’s Boutique Hotel & Brasserie in Bushmills Gray’s Boutique Hotel & Brasserie in Bushmills has announced the appointment of Andrew Orr as its new Hotel General Manager, marking an exciting new chapter for the elegant Causeway Coast destination. With more than three decades of experience in hospitality management, operations, and team leadership, Andrew joins Gray’s with a strong track record of success across the hotel and restaurant sectors. In his new role, he will over
Nov 9, 2025


Galgorm Resort leads County Antrim charge as finalists unveiled for 2025 Good Food Ireland® Awards
Dining at Galgorm Building on its recent triumph at the 2025 AA Hospitality Awards—where it secured AA 5-star status and its Gillies...
Oct 9, 2025


Police appeal after racially motivated hate crime attack on Co Antrim business
The scene on Monday morning after the takeaway shop was attacked in Bushmills, County Antrim (Images: Kevin McAuley/McAuley Multimedia)...
Sep 29, 2025


Creative Connections brings free arts & wellbeing workshops to over-60s across Causeway Coast
Older residents across the Causeway Coast are being invited to take part in a new Creative Connections Programme, offering a series of...
Sep 15, 2025


Bushmills gears up for Salmon & Whiskey Festival 2025!
Deputy Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Alderman Richard Stewart attended the launch of the 2025 Bushmills Salmon and Whiskey Festival,...
Sep 14, 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


Irish Guardsman Major Robert James Wilmont M.B.E. honoured in Bushmills
The scenes on Wednesday when a Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Major Robert James Wilmont M.B.E. was held at Dunluce Presbyterian...
Sep 3, 2025


Causeway Coast Mini Club revs up for weekend extravaganza of Mini madness in Portrush
The Causeway Coast Mini Club (CCMC) is gearing up for an action-packed weekend celebrating the iconic Mini, with Dash O’ The O’rish – a...
Aug 29, 2025


Tractor and Truck Drive-In Service to bring Gospel and community spirit to Antrim Coast
Dunseverick Baptist Church is extending a warm invitation to the public for a special Tractor and Truck Service Drive-In and Barbecue,...
Jul 18, 2025


Step back in time at the “Bushmills Through the Wars” exhibition
A beloved tradition in the North Coast calendar, the Bushmills Through the Wars Exhibition returns to the Dunluce Parish Centre this...
Jul 11, 2025


Detectives treating Bushmills burglary as racially motivated hate crime
Images: Kevin McAuley / McAuley Multimedia Police are appealing for information after a fast food restaurant in Bushmills was targeted in...
Jun 18, 2025


Woman charged with causing death by careless driving in Co Antrim collision
A woman has been charged in connection with a fatal road traffic collision in Bushmills, County Antrim, that tragically claimed the life...
Jun 12, 2025


Police confirm woman has sadly died following collision in County Antrim
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that a woman has sadly died following a one vehicle road traffic collision in the...
Jun 11, 2025


Police seize over 3.6kg of Cannabis and Cocaine in raids across Coleraine, Bushmills, and Ballymoney
In a significant operation targeting drug-related crime, police in the Causeway Coast and Glens area have seized over 3.6 kilograms of...
Jun 3, 2025
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