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Local artist Carly Wright completes masterpiece with help from pupils of Ballykeel Primary School
Carly (right) pictured presenting the final piece to P7 teacher Shirlie Gregg, Ballykeel Primary School Local artist Carly Wright...
Jul 19, 2023


Marine litter grant funds ‘2-Minute Beach Clean’ in MEA
(Back row L-R) Catherine Hunter, Education Officer for MEABC; Eco-Ranger Volunteers Alyson Kerr, Ann Morrow, Abe Agnew andChristine...
Jul 19, 2023


Mayor hails Camp DalFest as music spectacular draws thousands to Mid and East Antrim!
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, was delighted to attend the ever-popular Camp DalFest at the weekend and...
Jul 17, 2023


Causeway Aromatics celebrates new chapter in business
Gina Thomson - Owner, Causeway Aromatics; Ald Gerardine Mulvenna, Mayor; Adrian Morrow, Estate Manager at Glenarm Castle Estates;...
Jul 17, 2023


City Deal update for MEA but still “no mention of monies” for new leisure centre in Ballymena
A computer generated image of the proposed new visitor centre in Carrickfergus. A £42m Carrickfergus regeneration project has attracted...
Jul 16, 2023


Mid & East Antrim Food and Drink Network - passion for food, appetite for business!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council proudly hosted local businesses at Council’s stand at the prestigious Balmoral Show, Northern...
Jul 15, 2023


Concern as councils axed in cost saving measure from fuel poverty scheme
Antrim and Newtownabbey Alderman Paul Michael BEM has voiced concern over the transfer of the Affordable Warmth scheme to the Northern...
Jul 14, 2023


MEA Council drops out of electric vehicle FASTER scheme
Mid and East Antrim has pulled out of a proposed network of electric vehicle charging points amid concern over “financial loss”. The...
Jul 13, 2023


East Antrim DUP MP Sammy Wilson tables Parliamentary motion to celebrate Craigyhill bonfire
East Antrim MP Sammy Wilson has tabled a Parliamentary motion congratulating the people of Craigyhill in Larne for their efforts in...
Jul 10, 2023


Cafe proposal for Hazelbank Park as visitor numbers continue to soar
An application has been submitted to planners at Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for change of use of Hazelbank Pavilion. The...
Jul 10, 2023


MEA residents and visitors can experience a summer full of fun and adventure!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has unveiled a vibrant line-up of free and low-cost activities for all ages to enjoy this summer....
Jul 10, 2023


NEW | Fitness Suite fun for Junior Members
Testing out the new Junior Fitness Sessions are Livvi Doyle (13) and Toby McCabe (13). If you are aged between 12-15 years old and would...
Jul 10, 2023


Community get a Sneak Peek of Ulster Bar Corner in Antrim
Elected Members, Council Officers and Local Community Groups enjoy a sneak peak of Ulster Bar Corner Antrim’s community groups, schools,...
Jul 10, 2023


Mid and East Antrim Council to continue discussions over a “scaled-back MUGA” for Portglenone
Planning image showing the "scaled-back MUGA" Mid and East Antrim Borough Council will continue discussions over the size of a proposed...
Jul 10, 2023


Six Mile Festival 2023 returns delivering summer vibes across Antrim!
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper is joined by Chris Flynn, The Junction Leisure and Retail Park to launch the Six...
Jul 9, 2023


Blue-green algae identified at new swimming spot
Visitors to Antrim Loughshore have been asked to report any sightings of blue-green algae bloom at a new swimming spot. The council...
Jul 8, 2023


Green light for 34 new homes approved in the Glens
A planning application for 34 new social housing units in the Glens of Antrim has received the green light during a recent Planning...
Jul 8, 2023


Mid and East Antrim Borough Council launches recruitment drive for the next Transport Academy
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council have begun recruiting for the next Transport Academy. Those selected will have the option of working...
Jul 6, 2023


Eat, drink and walk through the history of Mid and East Antrim
Londonderry Arms Hotel: Laura Cowan, MEA Strategic Tourism and Regeneration Manager, Denise O’Neill, Londonderry Arms Hotel, Mayor...
Jul 5, 2023


Coronation Garden welcomes 50,000 visitors during first month
Fifty thousand visitors came to view Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Coronation Garden in Hazelbank Park, Shore Road, last...
Jul 5, 2023
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