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Date set for ‘Dáithí’s Law’ to come into effect
From 1 June 2023, all adults in Northern Ireland will be considered potential organ donors unless they choose to opt out or are in an...
Mar 1, 2023


New laws coming into effect offering greater protections for private tenants
New laws governing private tenancies in Northern Ireland will come into effect from 1 April 2023.
Mar 1, 2023


The Gallaher Trust partners with the Ulster Farmers’ Union to launch Scholarship Scheme
Ballymena farming community to benefit from £65,000 scholarship funding.
Mar 1, 2023


Prestigious Marines Band to perform free concert in Co Antrim
The Band of HM Royal Marines, Scotland are set to be welcomed to Civic Square, Mossley Mill for a performance on Friday 17 March at...
Feb 27, 2023


Join Women’s Aid ABCLN for the Europa Abseil Challenge!
Local charity Women’s Aid ABCLN is calling all adventure seekers to take part in the Europa Abseil Challenge this Spring. Women’s Aid...
Feb 26, 2023


Department for Infrastructure warns roads users ahead of staff taking industrial action
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has urged road users to be extra careful and to be prepared for potential delays in the event of...
Feb 26, 2023


TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1....
Feb 26, 2023


Kick off for McDonald’s Fun Football Centres across Northern Ireland
McDonald’s has launched its 2023 programme of Fun Football Centres across Northern Ireland, in partnership with the Irish Football...
Feb 25, 2023


Explore more of the great outdoors with The Causeway Coast and Glens Walking Festival
The Causeway Coast and Glens Walking Festival returns from March 31st to April 2nd with a range of inspiring guided walks through the area’s
Feb 25, 2023


Disruption expected on train lines with engineering works planned over next two weekends
Due to engineering works on the Derry ~ Londonderry and Larne train lines on Sunday 26th February and Sunday 5th March, bus substitutions...
Feb 24, 2023


“All aboard me hearties” – The Raft Race be forty!
Organisers for the much anticipated raft race event that takes place annually in Portrush, have announced details for this year's weekend...
Feb 24, 2023


More than 2,000 Ukrainians supported locally in Northern Ireland
More than 2,000 Ukrainian nationals have been offered support in NI in the year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, latest figures from the
Feb 24, 2023


Popular MEA eatery to offer “unique country chic weddings” after council go-ahead
Billy Andy’s Restaurant and Bar outside Larne has been approved by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council as a wedding venue. The...
Feb 23, 2023


Registrations now open for March’s ‘Mane’ Event - the Belfast Zoo 5k Run
On Sunday 26th March, the Monkstown Spartans are inviting those who are brave enough to take part in a unique 5k experience with some...
Feb 23, 2023


Three sweet Frenchies looking for their forever homes
Dogs Trust Ballymena are on the search for loving forever homes for Storm, Alva and Gatsby, three sweet French Bulldogs who are ready for...
Feb 22, 2023


O'Lynn pays tribute to colleagues, staff and constituents as she announces resignation
Alliance North Antrim MLA Patricia O’Lynn has announced she will be stepping down from the role next month. Ms O’Lynn will resign as an...
Feb 22, 2023


Police name pedestrian who died following collision in Antrim
Police can confirm that the pedestrian who sadly died following a collision in Antrim on Tuesday, February 14 was 42-year-old Daniel...
Feb 22, 2023


Plans to commemorate the 225th anniversary of the Battle of Antrim
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved proposals to commemorate the 225th anniversary of the Battle of Antrim. To mark the...
Feb 22, 2023


Limits introduced as supermarkets face issues with supply of some fruit and veg
Asda have announced limits on the purchase of some fresh produce in stores across the United Kingdom. The supermarket chain implemented...
Feb 21, 2023


PRIME time as KSI & Logan Paul drink arrives at Sainsbury’s in Ballymena and it’s only £2
It's the drink that has been taking the United Kingdom by storm and has recently been sold at inflated prices across Northern Ireland,...
Feb 21, 2023
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