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Autism prevalence among school-aged children in NI reaches 5.9%, Department of Health reports
The Department of Health has today (Thursday 15th May) released its annual report, The Prevalence of Autism (including Aspergers...
May 15, 2025


ASCERT warns Northern Ireland teens against using alcohol and drugs to cope with exam stress
As exam season grips students across Northern Ireland, leading harm reduction charity ASCERT has issued a stark warning to young people...
May 15, 2025


Choice Housing and Rio Ferdinand Foundation launch youth empowerment programme in Ballymena
Darryl Forsythe and Sarah Millar from the Rio Ferdinand Foundation (RFF) pictured with participants Lilee-Grace Gourley (left) and...
May 15, 2025


Ribbon cut on exciting new inclusive play park at Fisherwick, Ballymena
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman William McCaughey, was joined by local elected members, Council officers, the play park designers,...
May 15, 2025


Children’s Commissioner Chris Quinn brings children’s rights exhibition to Ballymena
Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People (NICCY), Chris Quinn The Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young...
May 14, 2025


Mid & East Antrim Council endorses Cllr Maeve Donnelly’s call for improved post-19 SEN provision
Alliance Councillor Maeve Donnelly Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has passed a motion calling for significant improvements in...
May 13, 2025


Ballymena Rotary Club’s Technology Challenge sparks innovation among young engineers
The Cullybackey College team who finished first place in Ballymena Rotary Club’s annual technology challenge, hosted by Northern Regional...
May 12, 2025


Belfast City Airport’s IGNITE Programme returns to inspire next generation of young leaders
(L-R) Pete Snodden, Northern Irish radio presenter, Michelle Hatfield, Chief People and Marketing Officer at Belfast City Airport and...
May 10, 2025


Fisherwick Play Park opens after 50-year wait!
Councillor Bréanainn Lyness, Deputy Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, pictured with Cillian, a young local resident who is...
May 10, 2025


Childline urges young people in Northern Ireland to seek help amid surge in exam stress
As exam season intensifies across the UK, Childline is encouraging young people in Northern Ireland to seek support amid a notable rise...
May 9, 2025


Paul Givan: “Education is the foundation of everything we aspire to be”
Education Minister Paul Givan pictured with conference speakers, including: (l to r) Tim Oates, Nina Hood, Hardip Begol, Bradley Busch,...
May 8, 2025


Education Minister officially opens new £5.4m facility in Mid & East Antrim
(L-R): Chief Executive of the Education Authority, Richard Pengelly, Principal of Islandmagee Primary School, Arlene Cambridge, Education...
May 7, 2025


RNLI lifeguards assist five children caught by offshore winds off Portrush
L-R: RNLI lifeguards Cameron Leighton & Ethan Hill Easter saw the return of the RNLI lifeguards on six beaches in Northern Ireland...
Apr 30, 2025


DfI Minister promises review of school bus safety measures after Caitlin-Rose’s death
Inset: Caitlin-Rose McMullan (11) who sadly died in a collision Mid Ulster Councillor Denise Johnston has welcomed assurances from the...
Apr 29, 2025


Asda Slashes Price of Kids Café Meals to 60p in Celebration of 60th Anniversary
Asda has announced a major price drop on its popular Kids Eat for £1 café meal deal, cutting the cost to just 60p throughout the month of...
Apr 29, 2025


Givan unveils TransformED Delivery Plan to drive educational reform in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s Education Minister, Paul Givan, has today launched the Delivery Plan for the TransformED Strategy, marking a...
Apr 29, 2025


Larne High School students in running for prestigious Young Enterprise NI Award
Pictured (L-R) following a tough pitch battle to an esteemed panel of judges and in front of an audience at Invest NI’s offices are...
Apr 28, 2025


NSPCC Northern Ireland launches ‘The Full Story’ campaign to combat child sexual exploitation
NSPCC Northern Ireland launches campaign to help children at risk of sexual exploitation alongside partner agencies and other multiagency...
Apr 21, 2025


Protecting pupils in a digital age: Ulster Unionists champion 100% school uptake of Safer Schools App
In an era where smartphones and social media dominate young lives, the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) is intensifying its push for...
Apr 19, 2025


Sensory Space in Antrim offers vital support for families, thanks to Housing Executive funding
Pictured in the new multi-sensory room at the Muckamore Parish Development Association (left to right), Stephen Gamble , Housing...
Apr 17, 2025
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