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Co Antrim woman sentenced after pleading guilty to allowing her two dogs to suffer
Tarra Stewart aged 31, formerly of Gardenmore Place, Larne was sentenced at Ballymena Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 27 November, after...
Nov 29, 2024


Fourteen new homes proposed opposite Craigyhill bonfire site in Co Antrim
Site location plan and context of proposed new social housing in Larne’s Craigyhill estate. A planning application has been submitted to...
Nov 25, 2024


Council 'scoping exercise' will examine potential for new office accommodation in Ballymena
Cash-strapped Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is considering building new offices in Ballymena despite the recent financial pressure...
Nov 25, 2024


Larne Registration office and reception moves to new home in Larne Market Yard
Larne’s Registration office and reception are moving from Smiley Building to Larne Market Yard (Station Road, Larne) on 9 December 2024....
Nov 24, 2024


Carrickfergus set to welcome American college band!
The Boston Merrimack College Band will be taking to the streets of Carrickfergus to play a medley of musical hits when they rock into the...
Nov 22, 2024


Capture Christmas across Mid and East Antrim this weekend!
The festive fun continues across the Borough this weekend when Carrickfergus and Larne will come alive with sparkle, music and cheer at...
Nov 18, 2024


Develop your own business through the Enterprise Pathways Programme
Oran Dorman owner of Dorman’s Driving School, learner driver Matt and Sean Keenan, MEA Economic Development Officer. Mid and East Antrim...
Nov 16, 2024


MEA Council sees exodus of staff wanting to ‘jump ship’
Councillors have been given an update on Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s voluntary redundancy scheme. The proposed severance was...
Nov 13, 2024


Christmas light switch on events kick start the festive season across Mid and East Antrim!
As the festive season approaches, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is thrilled to announce its annual Christmas light switch on events...
Nov 11, 2024


Remembrance Services held throughout the Borough to commemorate the Fallen
Remembrance Services have taken place across Mid and East Antrim at the weekend to commemorate those who lost their lives in both World...
Nov 11, 2024


Successful apprenticeship E-Hub pilot expands opportunities for local talent
Smith’s Engineering Works – Darwin Smith (Owner) & apprentice Daniel Hill Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s innovative Apprenticeship...
Nov 8, 2024


Mid & East Antrim gears up for festive extravaganza with Christmas lights switch on!
Mid and East Antrim is set to sparkle as towns across the borough including Ballymena, Larne and Carrickfergus, prepare to bring families...
Nov 4, 2024


Evergreen investment makes for tree-mendous festive makeover for Mid and East Antrim
Pictured is Communities Minister, Gordon Lyons MLA with Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Beth Adger MBE. Mid and East Antrim is...
Nov 4, 2024


MEA Council’s Planning Department on the move to new home in Ardeevin
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s Planning Department is set to move from November 11 from its former base at Silverwood Business...
Nov 4, 2024


MEA Council fails in bid to get backing from Stormont to issue fines to local residents
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has failed in a bid to get backing from Stormont to issue fixed penalties for bins blocking streets....
Nov 1, 2024


Plans revealed for new dog park at Glenarm Castle Estate
A planning application has been submitted to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for a dog park at Glenarm Castle Estate. An accompanying...
Nov 1, 2024


Council: 2024 bonfire season characterised by “strong working relationships between all partners”
More than 1,000 tyres were removed from a bonfire site at Millbrook outside Larne, a report to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s...
Oct 31, 2024


Council launches pre-loved toys scheme for sixth year!
Mayor with Marita McAlister from MEA Council’s Waste Department. Give pre-loved toys a new home this festive season! From Monday 28...
Oct 29, 2024


MEA Councillors raise replacement of forgotten railings on east Antrim coast
Rusty seafront railings on the east Antrim coast have been brought to the attention of Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Roads...
Oct 28, 2024


MEA Roads Update: Frontline services prioritised but “limited service policy” for routine maintenance
Mid and East Antrim councillors were presented with Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Roads Northern Division’s annual report, at a...
Oct 28, 2024
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