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Carnfunnock Country Park temporarily closes for £6.1m redevelopment project
Cutting the sod on the £6.1m refurbishment of Carnfunnock Park, the Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford is joined by...
Jul 10


Wheels in motion for Antrim skate park as Council backs plans
The development of an urban skate park in Antrim has taken a step forward after councillors agreed to place the project on the borough...
Jul 9


Health Minister launches “Reset Plan” to reshape Northern Ireland’s health and social care system
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Health and social care services in Northern Ireland are entering a ‘watershed’ year, with the Department of...
Jul 9


Budding entrepreneurs find confidence and careers through Go Succeed Tourism Academy in MEA
(From left) Kelli McRoberts Carrickfergus Enterprise; Simon White; Helen Kane; Elizabeth Skillen; Maggie Binnie; Fiona Lauder; Helen...
Jul 9


Barr welcomes new part-time 20mph scheme at local primary schools
Ulster Unionist Councillor Alan Barr (Braid) Ulster Unionist Councillor Alan Barr has welcomed the inclusion of two Braid area schools in...
Jul 9


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


‘Tone deaf’ care home plan for Stormont Hotel faces opposition from local residents
A planning application to transform the Stormont Hotel in East Belfast into a care home has been described as “tone deaf” and “the...
Jul 8


Co Antrim girls shine in celebrations at CAFRE equine graduation
The Erne Veterinary Group Cup was presented to Amy Murphy from Portglenone, Co Antrim (right) for best performance on the Work Placement...
Jul 8


Habitat ReStore and Dougies Goodies partner to create employment opportunities in Ballymena
Adam and Emily have now secured permanent employment in Dougies Ballymena premises (l-r) Isobel Kerr, ReStore Ballymena manager, Adam...
Jul 8


More NI families to qualify for free school meals and uniform grants as income threshold increased
Low-income families across Northern Ireland will receive enhanced support from the 2025/26 academic year, as Education Minister Paul...
Jul 8


Broughshane LOL 503 serves up a Bumper 11th July Food Special ahead of Twelfth Celebrations
In the build-up to this weekend’s Twelfth of July celebrations, Broughshane LOL 503 is set to host a vibrant Bumper 11th July Food...
Jul 8


Minister Kimmins announces expansion of 20mph school safety zones across Northern Ireland
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced the latest phase in a vital road safety initiative, confirming that 40 more schools...
Jul 7


Education Authority announces progress but warns SEN placement system ‘not sustainable’
The Education Authority (EA) has announced a major update on its ongoing efforts to address pressures in Special Educational Needs (SEN)...
Jul 7


Oil users encouraged to save money on heating bills by joining Oil Savings Network
Kathleen Breen from Lisnaskea, a long-time member of Oil Savings Network As fuel prices remain high, households across Northern Ireland...
Jul 7


Civic pride on display as volunteers tee off for The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush
(L-R): Volunteer Mervyn Best, Carolyn Boyd, Industry Development Manager at Tourism NI, Lindsay Armstrong, Community Projects Manager at...
Jul 7


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘N’ is for Nutella-Stuffed Cookies
‘N’ just had to be for Nutella and you don't get a much better bake than chocolate chip cookies filled with Nutella, in my opinion! Jill...
Jul 6


Celebrating two decades of success: Northern Trust’s Day Opportunities programme transforms lives
Garth Anderson with Day Opportunities service users in Coleraine who are taking part in a performing arts programme. As the Northern...
Jul 6


Farmers’ Choir NI wraps up season with heartfelt performances across Northern Ireland
Members of The Farmers’ Choir NI before a recent performance The Farmers’ Choir, Northern Ireland, has rounded off a busy and uplifting...
Jul 6


New Lough Neagh Rivers Trust launched to protect and restore catchment waterways
A new environmental body, the Lough Neagh Rivers Trust, has been officially launched to protect and enhance the rivers and streams that...
Jul 6


Support grows for new Baby Loss Certificate acknowledging loss before 24 weeks
More than 300 people have already responded to a new public consultation aiming to introduce a Baby Loss Certificate Scheme in Northern...
Jul 6
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