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Phone kiosk proposal in Mid and East Antrim will be first for Northern Ireland
Proposed location for a new phone kiosk outside Ulster Bank on Wellington Street. Mid and East Antrim could ring in a new era for public...
Jan 4, 2024


‘Need to Talk?’ leaflet launched in Mid & East Antrim
A new ‘Need to Talk?’ leaflet detailing key helpline numbers available to all residents in the Borough has been launched. The leaflet is...
Jan 4, 2024


Scarlett Rossborough’s mum urges community to help save park under threat of closure by MEA Council
Larne schoolgirl Scarlett Rossborough who died in a tragic road traffic accident The mother of Larne schoolgirl Scarlett Rossborough who...
Jan 2, 2024


Green light for new £24M Innovation and CleanTech Centre in Ballymena
Plans for a new i4C Innovation and CleanTech Centre to support local business and industry to innovate and the transition to net zero...
Dec 21, 2023


High five for HTA as Hydrogen Training Academy wins five accolades!
Partners from the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council-led Hydrogen Training Academy (HTA) came together recently to recognise the...
Dec 20, 2023


Mid & East Antrim Council takes a stand over “disregard” for grave policy
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed that new segments opened in Ballymena cemeteries must be retained in lawn after “disregard...
Dec 18, 2023


Christmas message from Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna The Christmas season is upon us once again – a time to celebrate, rest, support...
Dec 17, 2023


Mid & East Antrim Council faces opposition to play park closures in Borough
Windsor Play Park Whitehead residents are seeking a meeting with elected representatives over a proposal to close two play parks in the...
Dec 17, 2023


MEA Council distributes over 900 free native trees to residents marking National Tree Week 2023
Mary O'Kane Mid and East Antrim Borough Council recently marked National Tree Week 2023 by distributing over 900 free native trees to...
Dec 17, 2023


Christmas bin collection dates reminder!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council would like to remind local residents of changes to bin collection days over the festive season!...
Dec 15, 2023


MEA Mayor’s Christmas card competition winner announced!
The winning design on the front of the Mayor's Christmas card A student from Ballycarry Primary School has created the Mayor's Christmas...
Dec 15, 2023


Booking system being considered to deal with “user tourism” at recycling centres in MEA
Mid and East Antrim’s household recycling centres could be restricted to use by local residents, it was suggested at a meeting of the...
Dec 15, 2023


New £430,000 play facilities planned for Portglenone
Work is due to commence soon on the construction of a new Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) in Portglenone. The MUGA will be located adjacent...
Dec 15, 2023


One of Mid & East Antrim’s key tourist attractions makes over half a million pounds
Revenue from one of Mid and East Antrim’s key tourist attractions amounted to £544,000 during the last financial year, councillors have...
Dec 11, 2023


‘Community dig’ in Carrickfergus could unearth potential remains of an early medieval settlement
A “community dig” planned for Shaftesbury Park in Carrickfergus to unearth potential remains of an early medieval settlement was approved...
Dec 10, 2023


Council initiative continues to provide support for pet owners across Mid & East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim Pet Food Bank continues to receive donations from local businesses and organisations who lend a helping hand to make...
Dec 9, 2023


Full pothole repairs being delayed or DfI budget would be blown by July
The divisional manager of Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Roads Northern Division has spoken of his “frustration” over budget...
Dec 7, 2023


Cracking Christmas events in Mid & East Antrim this December!
With just a few weeks to go before Santa arrives, it’s time to get into the festive mood and have some fun-filled days out at the...
Dec 6, 2023


Green light for new £5.5M Lidl supermarket and drive-through cafe in Mid & East Antrim
A new £5.5m supermarket and drive-through cafe approved by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s Planning Committee is expected to create...
Dec 3, 2023


Tree-mendous effort by all to mark the beginning of National Tree Week!
Volunteers from Larne Area Support Group, pupils from Roddensvale School with teacher and Cllr Donnelly, Gary Bissett, Inver Garden...
Dec 1, 2023
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