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Reading for just five minutes can reduce stress by nearly 20%
Key findings revealed that just 5 minutes of reading can reduce stress by nearly 20%, improve concentration and focus by as much as 11%...
Apr 14, 2024


UTV’s Keeper of the Lough returns this week!
Katie Bell from Ulster Wildlife A new series of ‘Keepers of the Lough’ is coming to UTV. Set in and around the shores of Strangford...
Apr 14, 2024


Ulster Bank reaffirms support for farmers and reveals this year’s Ulster Fry Index!
While inflation may have eased in recent months, there are always ongoing issue impacting farm businesses. Currently the main issue is...
Apr 13, 2024


Stay safe - NI multi-agency partners meet ahead of Storm Kathleen
Multi-agency partners including the PSNI, NIE, the Department for Infrastructure and other emergency response and public sector...
Apr 5, 2024


Storm Kathleen to bring strong winds
Image: Bill Guiller Low pressure will bring windy conditions and continued showers, especially in the west, and above average temperature...
Apr 5, 2024


Get the best blooms in the Borough at the Spring Plant Fair
Spring has sprung and there is no better time to get your favourite flower fix – Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is pleased to...
Apr 4, 2024


Two new Redbay Stormforce RIBs set to boost trade, tourism & connections between NI and Scotland
Images: Steven McAuley, McAuley Multimedia Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly launched two new Redbay Stormforce 1150 RIBs on...
Apr 4, 2024


Storm Kathleen named and weather warnings issued
Weather warnings have been issued for unsettled weather this week. The UK forecast up to and including the weekend presents a Smorgasbord...
Apr 4, 2024


Rate bills due to issue by end of the week to homes and businesses across NI
Rate bills will start to arrive with homes and businesses as bills are issued on the 5 April 2024. The bill will set out the amount due...
Apr 3, 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


What the Child Benefit rate rise means for you
Millions of families who claim Child Benefit will automatically receive increased payments from 6 April 2024, HM Revenue and Customs...
Apr 2, 2024


Sheepdog Showdown captures all the action from the World Sheepdog Trials
Two hundred and forty competitors congregated in Northern Ireland last year for the triannual World Sheepdog Trials. Narrated by Clare...
Mar 31, 2024


Spring into eAudiobooks with Libraries NI
As the promise of brighter evenings approaches, Libraries NI is encouraging people to embark on an exciting journey into the wonderful...
Mar 30, 2024


Extra Hot Easter: Get even more of the good stuff with Nando’s Rewards
Customers who spend £20 or more from 28th March – 14th April will bank a bonus Orange Reward (a free ½ Chicken or single burger, pitta or...
Mar 30, 2024


Mid and East Antrim PCSP meeting hears of support available to victims of crime
Victims of crime and witnesses are entitled to support services, a public meeting of Mid and East Antrim Policing and Community Safety...
Mar 29, 2024


Have an egg-cellent Easter with Translink!
Abbie & Lacie pictured with their Mum at Antrim train station enjoying a family day out. This Easter, Translink is offering fantastic...
Mar 29, 2024


Police “reinvigorating approach” as crowds head to North Coast over Easter holiday
The Police Service of Northern Ireland in partnership with Translink and Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, are working together...
Mar 28, 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


Dog control in place from Ballintoy to White Park Bay helps all enjoy their visit
Council will introduce a new dog control order on lands between Ballintoy and Whitepark Bay from the 1st April 2024. Causeway Coast and...
Mar 27, 2024


Met Office issue yellow weather warning for further rainfall
Flooding at the Ecos Nature Park, Ballymena on Wednesday morning. (Image: Marie Reynolds) A second yellow weather warning has been issued...
Mar 27, 2024
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