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Like father, like son: M&S Ballymena celebrates father-son duo this Father’s Day
Ballymena father and son duo, John and Matthew Donnelly In a touching tribute to family ties and workplace camaraderie, Marks & Spencer...
Jun 15


Discover CAFRE during Open Farm Weekend 2025 at Greenmount Campus in Antrim
Colman Byrne and Judith McCord from Greenmount Campus are preparing to welcome visitors during Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend....
Jun 13


Wrightbus marks Father’s Day with 19 pairs of fathers and sons working side by side!
John and Nathan McLeister Leading zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus is giving a whole new meaning to the number 19 this Father’s...
Jun 10


826,000 UK families cut childcare costs with tax-free scheme offering up to £2,000 per child
Nearly 826,000 working families across the UK benefited from significant savings on childcare in the 2024 to 2025 tax year, according to...
Jun 7


Parents of teens reminded to extend Child Benefit claims online before deadline
Parents and guardians of teenagers aged 16 to 19 are being reminded by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to extend their Child Benefit claims...
May 31


Antrim Area Hospital Neonatal Unit receives BLISS Silver Award for family-centred care
(L-R): Suzie Forbes, Enhanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Kathie Dobbin, Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Jackie Quigg, Advanced...
May 31


Tax-Free Childcare Scheme Offers Up to £2,000 in Savings for Working Families
As hundreds of thousands of UK families prepare for their children to start primary school in September, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is...
May 26


New 3G Pitches Enhance Community Sports in Mid and East Antrim
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman William McCaughey officially opens the refurbished pitch facilities in Sunnylands along with...
May 22


From Ballymena to Buckingham Palace: County Antrim women honoured at Royal Garden Party
HRH the Princess of Wales speaks to guests, including Franci and Allison. Two remarkable women from County Antrim had the honour of...
May 21


PHA urges holidaymakers to take precautions for a healthy trip abroad
With the summer travel season approaching, the Public Health Agency (PHA) has issued timely guidance to help holidaymakers safeguard...
May 19


Rathlin Sound Festival 2025 returns to the Antrim Coast with 10-day cultural celebration!
Scenes from Rathlin Maritime Festival 2024 Photos: Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council The Causeway Coast and Glens Council’s Events...
May 14


Craigywarren Vintage Rally returns with classic vehicles, family fun, and entertainment!
The much-loved Craigywarren Vintage Rally and Family Fun Day is set to make its return on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th June, promising...
May 13


Ballymena councillor urges respect for parent and child parking spaces amid ongoing misuse concerns
Braid Ulster Unionist Councillor Alan Barr has called for greater respect and responsibility from drivers when using parent and child...
May 13


Fisherwick Play Park opens after 50-year wait!
Councillor Bréanainn Lyness, Deputy Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, pictured with Cillian, a young local resident who is...
May 10


Childline urges young people in Northern Ireland to seek help amid surge in exam stress
As exam season intensifies across the UK, Childline is encouraging young people in Northern Ireland to seek support amid a notable rise...
May 9


Get closer to nature at Bog Meadows with new self-guided walks from Ulster Wildlife
Visitors to Bog Meadows Nature Reserve can now enjoy a deeper connection with nature thanks to a new series of self-guided walks...
May 8


Public Health Agency urges families to prioritise hand hygiene on days out
Ahead of World Hand Hygiene Day (5 May), the Public Health Agency (PHA) is calling on families across Northern Ireland to take simple but...
May 4


Visit Armagh launches Family Explorer competition to showcase borough’s top attractions
L-R: Elaine Knipe, Micah Knipe, Paul Knipe, Ruth Knipe Visit Armagh has launched a nationwide search for one adventurous family to become...
Apr 30


RNLI lifeguards assist five children caught by offshore winds off Portrush
L-R: RNLI lifeguards Cameron Leighton & Ethan Hill Easter saw the return of the RNLI lifeguards on six beaches in Northern Ireland...
Apr 30


Asda Slashes Price of Kids Café Meals to 60p in Celebration of 60th Anniversary
Asda has announced a major price drop on its popular Kids Eat for £1 café meal deal, cutting the cost to just 60p throughout the month of...
Apr 29
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