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Dec 2, 2024
Query over increased sewage output at Braid as plans passed for more offices & town centre toilets
A public toilet will be returned to Ballymena town centre after an application was approved at a meeting of Mid and East Antrim Borough...

Dec 2, 2024
Celebrate your team & customers, support local & spread festive cheer with the Ballymena Gift Card!
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate your team, clients, or contractors this festive season? The Ballymena Gift Card is the ultimate...

Nov 30, 2024
Cameron’s department store announces death of Mr John Cameron
Cameron’s department store in Ballymena have today announced the sad news of the passing of founder and owner Mr John Cameron. A pivotal...

Nov 27, 2024
Ballymena town centre is your destination for FREE festive fun every Saturday up to Christmas!
Experience the magic of Christmas in Ballymena town centre, where the festive spirit comes alive every Saturday from 30th November to...

Nov 26, 2024
Jingle All the Way Day returns to Ballymena town centre for festive fun and fundraising!
The festive season is set to sparkle as the Jingle All the Way Day makes its annual return to Ballymena town centre on Saturday, December...


Nov 20, 2024
Plans refused for former Royal British Legion building 'not in Ballyclare town centre'
Visualisation of proposed retail development at former Royal British Legion social club in Ballyclare A former Royal British Legion...


Nov 13, 2024
£1.45M ‘Living over shops’ scheme set to be rolled out in Randalstown and Ballyclare
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved the second phase of a £1.45m ‘Living over the Shops’ scheme which will be extended to...

Nov 2, 2024
Ballymena Trick or Treat Trail sees families descend on town centre for popping Halloween fun!
Families from near and far descended on Ballymena town centre this week as the inaugural Trick or Treat Trail, hosted by the talented...

Nov 2, 2024
Ballymena’s 2024 Discount Day – a shopping event not to be missed!
This Thursday, 7th November, from 9 AM to 9 PM, Ballymena will host its Annual Discount Day, organised by the Ballymena Business...


Oct 24, 2024
Doagh EUROSPAR expansion refused over concerns for Ballyclare town centre
A proposed extension to a EUROSPAR outlet in Doagh was refused by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee at a...


Oct 19, 2024
Join the fun this Halloween in Ballymena town centre with the Trick or Treat Trail!
The streets of Ballymena are set to come alive with little ghosts, witches, and all manner of spooky fancy dress creations this Halloween...


Oct 16, 2024
From toilet seats to office chairs - MEA Council plans reveal change of use for Wellington Court
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has submitted plans which will see the former Wellington Court toilets repurposed into space for...


Oct 14, 2024
Police urge retailers to report offences during national week of action targeting business crime
Retail NI Chief Executive Glynn Roberts and Superintendent Allister Hagan from the Police Service of Northern Ireland launch the national...


Oct 8, 2024
Ballymena BID hosts business breakfast as it continues commitment to support and drive growth
Thomas McKillen, owner of McKillens of Ballymena, Lesley McCaughan, owner of Follow Coffee, Stephen Reynolds Outgoing Chairperson and...

Oct 5, 2024
Green light for eight new apartments in Ballymena town centre
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has granted planning permission for new retail units and eight apartments in Ballymena town centre....

Oct 4, 2024
Alice K Beauty unveils luxurious new chapter on Church Street
Alice K Beauty - the new home, the new name - Church Street, Ballymena. Ballymena’s much-loved Alice’s Beauty Clinic has relocated! Over...

Sep 24, 2024
Second year in a row! Follow Coffee lifts Manager of the Year accolade at prestigious awards event
Follow Coffee owner, Lesley McCaughan, pictured with (left) Alana Wilson, manager, and Amy Hutchinson, assistant manager, attending the...


Sep 23, 2024
UK Minister visits Space Antrim ahead of official opening
UK Government Local Growth Minister Alex Norris signing the Space visitor book with Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cllr Neil Kelly...


Sep 16, 2024
Mid and East Antrim Council awarded funding to tackle sticky issue of chewing gum on MEA’s streets
Pictured is Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Beth Adger MBE with [L-R] Clayton Redpath, Gary Murtagh, Steven McGrugan from Larne...

Sep 6, 2024
Firetastic deals from Fireaway Ballymena!
Fireaway Pizza opened its doors on Church Street Ballymena just over two years ago and has become a firm favourite with pizza lovers in...
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