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Co Antrim High Sheriff volunteers in ReStore Ballymena marking Volunteers Week
High Sheriff of Co. Antrim Patricia Perry with ReStore staff, volunteers and customers Every year, the first week of June is designated...
Jun 4, 2024


Ballymena revealed as the second best place for stargazing in Northern Ireland
Ahead of the ‘Strawberry Moon’ on 22nd June, outdoor experts have revealed the best areas to stargaze in Northern Ireland. The study,...
Jun 3, 2024


Dogs Trust Ballymena calling on owners to have their say in the National Dog Survey!
What is the nation’s favourite breed? Where do you like to walk your dog? What dog welfare issues matter most to you? And does your dog...
Jun 2, 2024


NSPCC appeals for volunteers to help with Ballymena street collection
Friday 7th June 2024 is NSPCC Childhood Day, the charity’s UK-wide flagship fundraising event. In the lead up to the big day, NSPCC...
May 25, 2024


Co Antrim farm welcomes public to be part of BioBlitz Festival of Wildlife and Wellbeing!
Jubilee Farm welcomes the public to be part of BioBlitz 2024! As Northern Ireland’s first community owned farm, it promotes and conducts...
May 21, 2024


Queen’s academics recruiting NI parents for new pregnancy loss research to improve care and support
A new research project called the PRESENT Study (PREgnancy loss, Self-compassion aNd Trauma), led by Queen’s University Belfast, will...
May 16, 2024


Vibrant career opportunities in NI’s hospitality, tourism, and events sectors following NW200
With a shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent, Ulster University, Northern Regional College (NRC) and Northwest...
May 14, 2024


Cancer support volunteer roles now available at Causeway Hospital
Have you ever thought about volunteering? Opportunities are available now to join the volunteer team at the Macmillan Information and...
May 9, 2024


Will you abseil 80ft at Roe Valley this June to save lives for Air Ambulance NI?
Take to new heights with an 80ft abseil down the spectacular O’Cahan’s Rock in Roe Valley Country Park in Limavady on Saturday 8th June...
Apr 20, 2024


Ballymena Norstar Inline Hockey Club celebrates first ever Learn to Skate program
Ballymena Norstar Inline Hockey Club hosted a celebration night for the ending of their first ever Learn to Skate program. The children...
Apr 18, 2024


Ballymena duo champion mental health awareness with 'Giant Steps' for AWARE NI
Ballymena duo Amanda Smyth and Keith McKay As AWARE NI gears up for its annual fundraising Coastal Walk ‘Giant Steps’ on Saturday, 27...
Apr 14, 2024


Generations come together in Dunloy for a celebration of Irish culture and music
Colleen Tunney, Martin Crawley, Melissa Hayes, Lisa McGuckian Young and old came together in Dunloy for a celebration of Seachtain na...
Apr 13, 2024


Northern Trust appeal for Macmillan volunteer drivers
Elizabeth Gray and Eileen Black who have devoted over 25 years to volunteering between them are supporting the Northern Trust’s appeal...
Apr 13, 2024


Help dig deep into heritage this May in Mid and East Antrim!
The Community Archaeology Programme NI (CAPNI) are visiting Shaftesbury Park in Carrickfergus this May to undertake a community dig – and...
Apr 13, 2024


Community Rescue Service NW200 Truck Run: Celebrating truck enthusiasts & supporting a great cause
The highly anticipated NW200 race week will kick off with an exciting new addition to its lineup of events! The NW200 Truck Run, a...
Apr 2, 2024


Leading local charity Action Cancer receives £100,000 for Therapeutic Services
(L-R) Nina Barough CBE, Founder and Chief Executive of breast cancer charity Walk the Walk is pictured with Action Cancer Ambassador...
Apr 1, 2024


On your marks, get set, support Cancer Focus NI at this year’s Moy Park Belfast City Women’s 10k
Katharine Walker, previous Miss Northern Ireland, Cool FM presenter and paediatric nurse. Following the resounding success of the Belfast...
Apr 1, 2024


Getting ready for Portrush Raft Race 2024
The planning for Portrush Raft Race is ‘full steam ahead’ to be ready for 25th and 26th May! The event will take place on Saturday 25th...
Mar 28, 2024


Causeway Coast Ford Fair returns with ever-popular display of vehicles from across the decades
The ever-popular and fantastic annual Causeway Coast Ford Fair returns this year to Portrush on Sunday 2nd June. With 2024 marking the...
Mar 24, 2024


Ballymena Rock Choir brings the entertainment to town
Ballymena Rock Choir members singing in the Tower Centre in the town over the weekend. Rock Choir Leader, Rachel Coulter led her...
Mar 21, 2024
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