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Gracehill Scarecrow Festival returns this weekend!
Gracehill Moravian Church and the Gracehill Village Environmental Committee are delighted to announce that the Scarecrow Festival is...
Sep 21, 2023


Translink invites schools to enter Danni Simpson art masterclass draw
Pictured are street artist Danni Simpson with budding young artists James and Katie launching the Translink Life Better. Connected...
Sep 12, 2023


New season begins in a high note as Farmers Choir NI enjoy tea with mayor
Farmers Choir with Mayor Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna To start their new season the Farmers Choir were honoured to be invited to a...
Sep 10, 2023


“We can’t save lives without you” - Air Ambulance NI
Air Ambulance Week 2023 takes off across the UK from 4 – 10th September, to raise awareness of the lifesaving work of air ambulance...
Sep 6, 2023


Consultation launched on Relationships and Sexuality Education in Northern Ireland schools
The Department of Education has launched a consultation seeking views on changes to elements of Relationships and Sexuality Education....
Sep 1, 2023


Former Lioness Jill Scott joins with Starling Bank to boost young girls in football across UK
Nearly a third of girls who play football (30%) stop playing by the time they reach their late teens, new findings from Starling Bank...
Aug 29, 2023


Uncover natural benefits and beautiful landscapes with Sperrins Walking
Sperrins Walking guide Mairéad McCallion pictured with Louise McDermott, Sperrins Partnership, Derry City and Strabane District Council...
Aug 22, 2023


Over £26,000 so far as climb gets underway in memory of “Wee Scarlett”
Slemish from above as the climb gets underway on Sunday morning. (Image: Brian Millar) More than 80 climbers have taken to the slopes of...
Aug 20, 2023


Women’s Aid ABCLN takes up the baton for Antrim Coast Road Half Marathon
Women’s Aid ABCLN has been announced as one of Clearer Water Antrim Coast Half Marathon’s new charity partners for 2023. The Clearer...
Aug 13, 2023


Historic landmarks and hidden gems to be showcased during European Heritage Open Days 2023
Galgorm Cottage is a thatched property previously used as a police station in 1724. The Department for Communities is encouraging the...
Aug 13, 2023


Appeal for help after holiday that ‘turned into a nightmare’ for Ballymena man abroad
Chris in hospital in Portugal A fundraiser has been launched by the family of a Ballymena man whose holiday abroad 'turned into a...
Aug 11, 2023


Children learn all about their local environment at this year’s Biodiversity University
Chris Wood, Woodland Engagement Officer, Parks and Open Spaces Development Team, MEABC, and Johnny Topley, Regional Sustainability...
Aug 2, 2023


Post Office set to close in Antrim
The Post Office can confirm that, subject to consultation, it plans to close Antrim Directly Managed branch located inside Castle Mall in...
Aug 2, 2023


Tour guide training to boost tourism within Mid and East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has begun recruiting for its next tour guide training programme -to enable enthusiastic locals from...
Jul 30, 2023


Former Health Minister Robin Swann urges community to participate in life-saving cause
Former Minister of Health in Northern Ireland, Robin Swann MLA, proudly marks a significant milestone as he completes his 60th blood...
Jul 28, 2023


Carrickfergus fire fighters set to run 10k road race in full kit for local boy Ollie
(L-R) Fire fighters from Carrickfergus Fire Station Gary Scott, Jeanna Robb, Cheryl Brownlee, Andy Doey are set to run the popular...
Jul 25, 2023


Marine litter grant funds ‘2-Minute Beach Clean’ in MEA
(Back row L-R) Catherine Hunter, Education Officer for MEABC; Eco-Ranger Volunteers Alyson Kerr, Ann Morrow, Abe Agnew andChristine...
Jul 19, 2023


Ulster Wildlife and Hughes Insurance calling 5,000 homes to ‘Let Nature In’
Ulster Wildlife, in partnership with Hughes Insurance, has launched its 2023 ‘Let Nature In’ campaign and is calling on an ambitious...
Jul 18, 2023


Centra ‘Run Together’ back for 2023 aiming to raise £20k for Action Cancer
Bubba, local fitness trainer; Lucy McCusker, corporate fundraising manager for Action Cancer; Jennifer Morton, Centra brand manager and...
Jul 16, 2023


Mid & East Antrim Food and Drink Network - passion for food, appetite for business!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council proudly hosted local businesses at Council’s stand at the prestigious Balmoral Show, Northern...
Jul 15, 2023
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