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Planning permission granted to keep visitor attraction at Antrim Castle Gardens
A retrospective planning application has been approved for a “clockwork garden” 12 months after it opened to visitors at Antrim Castle...
Apr 24, 2023


Get ready to delve into Royal history as the Coronation is celebrated across the Borough!
As the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort fast approaches, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is...
Apr 18, 2023


No ‘silo mindset’ here - plans for tourist accommodation in Randalstown countryside
One farmer's ingenuity and plans to diversify by offering tourist accommodation with a difference in Randalstown is set to be considered...
Apr 16, 2023


Controversial decision on raising Belfast Zoo prices pushed until after council elections
Proposals to hike the charges at Belfast Zoo are being held up by councillors at City Hall until after the council elections in May. The...
Apr 14, 2023


Work underway to design public realm scheme for Co Antrim town
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has announced the appointment of Hall, Black and Douglas as the Integrated Consultancy Team to...
Apr 14, 2023


NI amongst the worst and best for baby changing facilities in public toilets
Northern Ireland is amongst the best and worst for baby-changing facilities in the United Kingdom, a new study has shown. The study...
Apr 14, 2023


Get your garden Spring ready at the Spring Plant Fair!
Treat your garden to a facelift as Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council hosts its first Spring Plant Fair next weekend! This new event...
Apr 14, 2023


Toilet changes… local council agrees closure of toilets in Portrush
Changes to the provision of toilet facilities in Portrush have been accepted by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Environmental...
Apr 14, 2023


Belfast City sets aside £4 million in bid for UEFA Euro 2028
Belfast councillors have agreed to set aside £4 million from city coffers as part of a bid to host UEFA Euro 2028. In a private committee...
Apr 13, 2023


ANBCouncil’s ‘big five’ - Plans to tackle soaring energy costs that have more than doubled
Energy costs at Antrim and Newtownabbey’s five most prominent civic buildings have more than doubled, a report to councillors has stated....
Apr 12, 2023


Alliance announces full-slate of candidates for Ballymena area in May's local elections
The local Alliance party association has announced a team of three candidates, all in their early 30s to contest the upcoming Mid and...
Apr 12, 2023


MEA Council backs motion to mark 50th anniversary of UDR Greenfinches
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has supported a motion to mark the 50th anniversary of the recruitment of women into the Ulster...
Apr 12, 2023


Cllr Marc Collins back in chamber after suspension
DUP Councillor Marc Collins has returned to the council chamber after an eight-month suspension. The Knockagh representative was present...
Apr 9, 2023


New heritage trail explores Causeway Coast and Glens’ royal connections
As part of its programme to mark Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has...
Apr 7, 2023


Tributes paid to retiring councillors including Ald Tommy Nicholl who contested 11 elections
Mid and East Antrim’s longest serving councillor is retiring from local government after 42 years in the chamber. DUP Alderman Tommy...
Apr 7, 2023


Multi million pound investment in Co Antrim by Heron Bros Ltd gets planning approval
Plans for a new multi-million pound storage and distribution facility at Nutts Corner for award-winning construction and property...
Apr 5, 2023


Council support for “Tattoo style” massed band event at Carrickfergus Castle
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has supported a motion which could see a massed band “Tattoo style” event held at Carrickfergus...
Apr 5, 2023


Armed Forces Day 2023 celebrations coming to Larne!
Larne will come alive with music, entertainment, military displays and spectacular aviation demonstrations this June, as Mid and East...
Apr 4, 2023


Regeneration plans sees Council agree closure of Carnfunnock golf course
The closure of the nine-hole golf course at Carnfunnock Country Park outside Larne has been approved. The decision was made behind closed...
Apr 4, 2023


Beating Retreat event held to mark 50th Anniversary of The Ulster Defence Regiment
Marking the 50th Anniversary of The Ulster Defence Regiment, a Beating Retreat was held at the historic Mossley Mill performed by The...
Apr 3, 2023
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