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Planning application seeks demolition and apartment build in Ballymena
The current site entrance on Springwell Street, Ballymena. A planning application has been lodged with Mid and East Antrim Borough...
Jun 20, 2025
One in four council defibrillators inaccessible to public in Mid and East Antrim, report reveals
Just three-quarters of defibrillators owned by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council are publicly available, a report to councillors said....
Jun 19, 2025
Pride and Prejudice comes to life as Theatre in the Park Returns to Ballymena and Carrickfergus
A much-loved summer tradition is set to return this August as Theatre in the Park once again graces the green spaces of Ballymena and...
Jun 19, 2025
Plans lodged for new 12-lane bowling alley and amusement centre in Ballymena
Ballymena could soon welcome a major new family entertainment destination, as plans have been submitted to transform the town’s existing...
Jun 19, 2025
Calls for change slong Causeway Coastal Route as audit highlights congestion and poor facilities
Along the Causeway Coastal Route: Redbay Image: Six Mile Images Parking, congestion and a lack of facilities are among issues highlighted...
Jun 19, 2025
Mayor praises Mid and East Antrim’s honourees in King’s Birthday Awards
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, has warmly...
Jun 16, 2025
From Antrim to Ballymena: IFA explains decision behind location shift for National Training Centre
The Irish Football Association (IFA) has responded to a demand by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to “explain itself” after a...
Jun 12, 2025
Deputy Mayor condemns violence in Ballymena and Larne, urges calm and community unity
Deputy Mayor, DUP Councillor Tyler Hoey The Deputy Mayor of Mid and East Antrim has issued a firm condemnation following recent outbreaks...
Jun 12, 2025
Larne Leisure Centre attacked after use as Emergency Rest Centre for displaced Ballymena residents
There has been widespread political and community condemnation after Larne Leisure Centre was attacked by a group of youths on Wednesday...
Jun 11, 2025
Emergency Rest Centre activated in Larne to support families displaced by disorder in Ballymena
Larne Leisure Centre An Emergency Rest Centre was opened at Larne Leisure Centre on Tuesday evening, 10 June, by Mid and East Antrim...
Jun 11, 2025
Mid and East Antrim Council and UUP condemn Ballymena violence following nights of disorder
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has issued a strong condemnation of the violent disorder that has gripped the town of Ballymena over...
Jun 11, 2025
Mayor condemns “shocking” violence in Ballymena and appeals for calm
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, has strongly...
Jun 10, 2025
Council meeting postponed amid Ballymena sexual assault concerns
Ballymena Councillor Lawrie Philpott A full meeting of the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council which was due to take place on Monday...
Jun 9, 2025
IFA submits application for new multi-million pound national football centre in Ballymena
An application has been made to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council regarding a proposed new national football centre by the Irish...
Jun 6, 2025
Ahoghill Woodland Park: Community calls for urgent action amid neglect concerns
In the heart of the rural village, Ahoghill Woodland Park, once envisioned as a vibrant community hub, has fallen into a state of...
Jun 4, 2025
St Killian’s College secures approval for new sixth form centre in Carnlough
Design drawing of the proposed new suxth form centre at St Killian’s College in Carnlough, County Antrim Planning permission has been...
Jun 4, 2025
Ald McCaughey and Cllr Lyness bid farewell as Mid and East Antrim welcomes new civic leadership
Outgoing: Democratic Unionist Party Alderman William McCaughey and Sinn Féin Councillor Bréanainn Lyness Two poignant and deeply personal...
Jun 3, 2025
New Mayor and Deputy Mayor appointed for Mid and East Antrim
Newly appointed Mayor Councillor Jackson Minford, and Deputy Mayor Councillor Tyler Hoey for 2025/26 Mid and East Antrim Borough Council...
Jun 2, 2025
Bin there, missed that: Waste tops Council complaint list
Missed bin collections accounted for the highest number of complaints received by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council during the last...
May 31, 2025
DfI Roads plans safety upgrade outside Ballymena school
Frys Road, Ballymena Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s Neighbourhoods and Communities Committee has been told of proposed road safety...
May 30, 2025
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