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Mid & East Antrim Council back £250k funding bid for new 3G pitch
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed to support a £250k funding bid for a new 3G pitch at Wellington Rec Football Club in Larne....
Jul 25, 2023


Mayor congratulates Ballymena Showgrounds and other finalists of NI Hospitality Awards
The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, has congratulated this year’s finalists in the Northern Ireland...
Jul 22, 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


City Deal update for MEA but still “no mention of monies” for new leisure centre in Ballymena
A computer generated image of the proposed new visitor centre in Carrickfergus. A £42m Carrickfergus regeneration project has attracted...
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


MEA Council drops out of electric vehicle FASTER scheme
Mid and East Antrim has pulled out of a proposed network of electric vehicle charging points amid concern over “financial loss”. The...
Jul 13, 2023


Larne RNLI rescue kayaker in water near Portmuck Harbour
Larne RNLI were requested to launch on Friday evening (7 July) at 5.24pm to reports of a person in the water at Portmuck. Both of Larne’s...
Jul 10, 2023


East Antrim DUP MP Sammy Wilson tables Parliamentary motion to celebrate Craigyhill bonfire
East Antrim MP Sammy Wilson has tabled a Parliamentary motion congratulating the people of Craigyhill in Larne for their efforts in...
Jul 10, 2023


MEA residents and visitors can experience a summer full of fun and adventure!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has unveiled a vibrant line-up of free and low-cost activities for all ages to enjoy this summer....
Jul 10, 2023


Mid and East Antrim Borough Council launches recruitment drive for the next Transport Academy
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council have begun recruiting for the next Transport Academy. Those selected will have the option of working...
Jul 6, 2023


Larne pupils have ‘Brighter Futures’ thanks to grant for ICT suite
(L-R) Gemma McAuley, HR Team Lead at Kilwaughter Minerals, Ben Harvey, Principal at Olderfleet PS, Elaine Gilligan, Marketing Manager at...
Jul 3, 2023


Charging more for overweight coffins would ‘stigmatise’ and ‘penalise’ grieving families
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has said a supplementary charge for overweight coffins would “stigmatise” the...
Jul 3, 2023


Residents and businesses reminded of changes to car parking charges across Mid & East Antrim
Residents, visitors and businesses in Mid and East Antrim are reminded of changes to car parking charges in the Borough which come into...
Jun 30, 2023


Mid & East Antrim July waste management arrangements
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council would like you to note the below 12 and 13 July holiday arrangements for bin and box collections,...
Jun 30, 2023


Vacant unit gets welcome revamp thanks to Town Centre Property Repurposing Pilot Grant Scheme
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna with Natalie Jackson from Fairhill Shopping Centre. A vacant unit in Fairhill...
Jun 28, 2023


Latest Autism Information Roadshow taking place in MEA
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, in partnership with the Northern Health & Social Care Trust are hosting their third Autism...
Jun 27, 2023


Get ready, get set, go Gobbins!
One of Northern Ireland’s most exhilarating tourist attractions is getting ready for another busy summer season. Renowned as one of the...
Jun 26, 2023


Man taken to hospital following three vehicle collision in Co Antrim
All images: @whiskymad A man was taken to hospital following a road vehicle collision on Sunday afternoon, 25 June, on the Antrim Coast...
Jun 25, 2023


Council backs motion for review into sports pitch provision across Mid & East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim councillors have supported a motion for a review of sports pitches in the borough. The motion brought forward at a...
Jun 19, 2023


Larne benefits from significant Public Realm makeover
The Point Street area in Larne town centre has benefitted from an investment of over £400,000 on a high-quality Public Realm project. The...
Jun 19, 2023
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