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“Disgusted” - Cllr Christopher Jamieson condemns weekend’s vandalism in Broughshane
Braid Councillor Christopher Jamieson (TUV) said he is "disgusted" after a spate of wanton vandalism along the river path in Broughshane...
Jun 19, 2023


Bonfire management stays on the ‘back-burner’ in Mid and East Antrim
Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne. (Image: John Fitz Photography) Bonfire management was not on the agenda at this month’s meeting of Mid and...
Jun 18, 2023


Staff shortages leading to complaints on graveyard maintenance in MEA
Cemetery staff have been “prioritising burials” over grass cutting and overflowing bins, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has said,...
Jun 16, 2023


Plans approved will see return of “long-awaited” community facility at Waveney
Plans for a "long-awaited" new community centre in Ballymena were approved on Thursday morning (16 June) at a meeting of Mid and East...
Jun 15, 2023


Green light for north coast hotel to make way for £4m apartments investment
Plans to redevelop the York Hotel in Portstewart into apartments have been given the green light by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough...
Jun 15, 2023


Local companies working together on a pathway to net zero
The Mid and East Antrim Manufacturing Task Force has recently focused on supporting businesses in the Borough meet the challenges faced...
Jun 14, 2023


Champions’ Square unanimously approved after “historic success” of Larne FC
Image: Bill Guiller A motion for a ‘Champions’ Square’ in Larne town centre was unanimously approved at a meeting of Mid and East Antrim...
Jun 13, 2023


MEA Councillors observe minute’s silence at monthly meeting as tribute paid to Chloe Mitchell
The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim paid tribute to murdered Ballymena woman 21-year-old Chloe Mitchell at this month’s meeting of the...
Jun 13, 2023


Plans lodged for former car showroom in Broughshane and old Post Office in Newtowncrommelin
The former Walter Young car showroom in Broughshane. A planning application has been submitted to Mid and East Borough Council for a...
Jun 12, 2023


Duke of Edinburgh sculpture unveiled in Antrim Castle Gardens
A captivating life-sized bronze sculpture of the late Prince Philip has been unveiled at the majestic Antrim Castle Gardens by Lord...
Jun 12, 2023


Connection Matters | Mid and East Antrim welcomes another ‘Chatty Bench’
(L-R) Mayor Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna with Michael Clarke (Chairperson of Sunnylands and Woodburn Community Development Group) and...
Jun 12, 2023


Chloe Mitchell | Family’s pain ‘unimaginable and heartbreaking’ says Mayor
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna has shared her sympathies and thoughts with the family of Chloe Mitchell. The...
Jun 12, 2023


Allowances set for the year ahead for councillors in Mid & East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim councillors have been discussing their payments for the year ahead. An annual basic allowance of £16,394 plus travel...
Jun 10, 2023


Mayor’s praise for selfless citizens of Borough amid Volunteers’ Week 2023
The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, has commended all of those who give up their time to help...
Jun 7, 2023


Sole surviving Victorian public baths in Ireland set to reopen after £17million restoration
A new visitor centre and state-of-the-art leisure and spa facilities will open later this month at Templemore Baths following a £17...
Jun 7, 2023


Restoration of Dr James Lawson Drummond’s grave marked with ceremony at Ahoghill Old Graveyard
Councillor Beth Adger was delighted to be invited last week (Friday June 2nd) by Professor Alun Evans, President of the Belfast Natural...
Jun 5, 2023


New Mayor and Deputy Mayor announced for Mid and East Antrim
Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna is the new Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, while Alderman Stewart McDonald has been confirmed as the Borough’s...
Jun 5, 2023


Internationally-acclaimed hymn writers Keith & Kristyn Getty conferred with Freedom of the City
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council conferred the Freedom of the City of Lisburn & Castlereagh upon two internationally-acclaimed hymn...
Jun 4, 2023


Renovation works continue at Dogs Trust Ballymena with revised planning approval
A renovation plan at the Dogs Trust charity in Ballymena has been approved by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. The charity based at...
Jun 4, 2023


Dementia Action Week 2023 celebrated across Mid and East Antrim
Amanda Cotter (District Electoral Area Officer) with members from Ballymena faith groups who attended a Dementia Awareness training...
Jun 4, 2023
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