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Glens of Antrim Potatoes launches £250k ‘Perfect For…’ range to simplify home cooking
Pictured launching the new ‘Perfect for…’ range of potatoes are (from l-r): chef, Stephen Ferris, Mary McKillop, Glens of Antrim Group, and potato grower, Stephen Christie who farms in Newtownards. Glens of Antrim Group has unveiled a major £250,000 investment in a new retail potato range designed to remove the confusion many shoppers face when choosing the right potato for their favourite dishes. The Cushendall and Ballymena-based agri-food group – which produces potatoes, c
Nov 19


Ballycastle & Cushendall beaches among Northern Ireland’s top-rated waters in 2025 DAERA results
North Antrim MLA Sian Mulholland has praised Ballycastle bathing waters as they have once again achieved the highest possible rating for water quality. Environment Minister Andrew Muir has announced the 2025 bathing water classification results, revealing that Ballycastle Beach has once again achieved the highest possible rating for water quality. The annual assessment, published by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), confirms that Ballycast
Nov 9


“Lir View” announced as name for new Cushendall social housing development
L-R Pupils Emilee Harris, Niamh McLaughlin, Ellie McLaughlin and Nicola Molloy join Tom Potter, Chair, Rural Housing, Communities...
Sep 12


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


RNLI Red Bay Lifeboat volunteer crew assists stricken yacht off Rathlin Island
On the tow: RNLI Redbay towing the stricken vessel to Ballycastle Harbour, on the Antrim coast. It was a busy weekend for the volunteer...
Aug 24


Cushendall bids fond farewell to firefighter Malachy Jamison after 37 years of dedicated service
Cushendall and the wider Glens of Antrim have come together to honour the remarkable career of firefighter and watch commander Malachy...
Aug 14


Two men released on bail after serious assault in Cushendall
Police are continuing to appeal for information following a serious assault in Cushendall in the early hours of Monday, 11th August. The...
Aug 12


Police appeal for witnesses following violent assault in Co Antrim
Police are appealing for information following a serious assault in Cushendall in the early hours of Monday, 11th August. Sergeant Moody ...
Aug 11


Motorcyclist, 25, killed in Cushendall crash – PSNI appeal for witnesses
A 25-year-old man from Belfast has died following a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Loughareema Road, outside Cushendall, on Sunday...
Aug 11


Glenann Primary School honoured as ‘Best Small School’ in Co Antrim by Families First NI Awards
Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, pictured alongside Councillor Margaret Anne McKillop, Padraig Shivers,...
Jul 2


Causeway Coast and Glens celebrates record beach and marina awards success
L-R: Mark Strong, Coast and Countryside Officer, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council; Eric Randall, CEO, Keep Northern Ireland...
May 9


Cushendall’s finest: Archie McKay reflects on 35 years of service
NIFRS Group Commander Archie McKay with his patrol car In the verdant Glens of Antrim, where the rolling farmlands of Cushendall and...
Apr 18


Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service honours 131 long-serving employees
Firefighter Elliot Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) has honoured and recognised 131 employees who have completed 20, 30 or...
Feb 21


£6.1million funding secured enabling 23 projects across Causeway Coast & Glens
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council and the Causeway Coast and Glens PEACEPLUS Partnership have launched the Borough’s Co-designed...
Feb 21


Minister sees benefits of new Innovation Centre in Glens of Antrim
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has visited the new Innovation Centre in Cushendall to hear how the facility is benefitting the local...
Feb 10


Detectives investigate after aggravated burglary by three masked men in Co Antrim
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following an aggravated burglary in Cushendall, County Antrim. Detective Sergeant...
Oct 26, 2024


UK Minister vows to work with devolved nations to deliver growth in first visit to Northern Ireland
The newly appointed Minister for Intergovernmental Relations, Pat McFadden, made his first visit to Northern Ireland today The visit...
Oct 3, 2024


Cushendall group uses Fibrus Community Funding to create a digital café
The Fibrus Community Fund, which was launched in 2021, has to date provided £175,000 worth of funding across Northern Ireland to support...
Oct 1, 2024


RNLI Redbay take part in nine hour call-out to rescue couple off Mull of Kintyre coast
RNLI Redbay and Campbeltown at sea with the casualty vessel off the Mull of Kintyre coast. Red Bay and Campbeltown RNLI rescue two people...
Aug 27, 2024


St Killian’s Pupils enjoy an excellent set of results
St Killian’s College GCSE top achievers St Killian’s College pupils have once again been celebrating examination success at GCSE...
Aug 23, 2024
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