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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


James and Grace the most popular Northern Ireland baby names registered in 2024
James and Grace were the most popular first names given to babies in Northern Ireland, for births registered in 2024. This is one of the...
Apr 17


Enjoy a cracking Easter day out with Translink
Passenger May joins Grandson Charlie (4) asTranslink announces details of its dedicated family trains to Portrush on Easter Monday and...
Apr 12


Enjoy April at Titanic Belfast!
TITANIC Belfast is set for a time of reflection and celebration this April with a selection of events and festivities for visitors to...
Apr 6


2025 Ballymoney Spring Fair brings carnival fun to the Borough this April
Ballymoney will come alive with carnival fun this April as the annual Spring Fair brings two days of free entertainment and lots of...
Apr 2


Child Benefit boost for millions of families
Families who claim Child Benefit will see an increase in their payment next week, says HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). From 7 April 2025,...
Apr 1


The sky’s the limit for armchair astronomers
A partial solar eclipse, as seen from space. Courtesy of the European Space Agency Amateur astronomers and stargazers are invited to the...
Mar 26


Ballymena parents invited to free baby massage sessions
Parents of infants from birth to one year old are warmly invited to participate in a series of free baby massage sessions this week at...
Mar 24
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