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Nov 12, 2024
The Gallaher Trust and Ballymena Chamber set to host event to inspire future partnerships
James Perry, MBE a member of The Gallaher Trust’s Board of Trustees is pictured alongside delivery partner, Habitat for Humanity...

Nov 12, 2024
Simon Houston crowned Irish Hairdresser of the Year at prestigious awards ceremony in Dublin
Not a stranger to recognition and awards, Ballymena hairdresser Simon Houston was once again in the spotlight at the weekend when he was...


Nov 11, 2024
Halfway House raises over £100,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support
Pat Hamill (right), proprietor of Halfway House Bar & Restaurant, together with the help of staff and patrons, has raised over £100K in...


Nov 11, 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
Galgorm Collection acquires Galgorm Castle Estate and Roe Park Resort as part of £50M investment
Landmark acquisitions and investment plans represent a major uplift and confidence in Northern Ireland’s hospitality and tourism industry...


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 10, 2024
Minister for Health calls for community model of best practice for ageing to be rolled out across NI
(L-R) Jenny Marshall (Executive Director Community), Agewell Partnership, Maureen Morrow (Trustee, Agewell Partnership), Mike Nesbitt...

Nov 10, 2024
Two people taken to hospital following collision between car and tractor on A26
Police are appealing for information following a report of a two vehicle road traffic collision at the Lisnevenagh Road area of Ballymena...

Nov 9, 2024
TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena - Saturday 9 November 2024
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! This weeks Top 10...


Nov 8, 2024
Dragon pitches breathe life into schools project across Ballymena
Five schools from Ballymena have been learning about democracy and budgeting through a unique initiative. The 'Housing For All' funded...


Nov 7, 2024
Pedestrian taken to hospital following collision in Ballymena
The scene of the collision A pedestrian has been taken to hospital following a road traffic collision in the Cullybackey Road area of...

Nov 6, 2024
Santa Paws! Dogs Trust Ballymena launches appeal to find homes for dogs ahead of the festive season
With less than eight weeks until Christmas, Dogs Trust Ballymena is on a mission to find the dogs in its care the one Christmas gift they...


Nov 6, 2024
Co Antrim food to go businesses announced as finalists for NI Food to Go Awards
LtoR: Q Radio DJ and Awards Host Ibe Sesay, Junior Minister Pam Cameron, Chairperson of the NI Food to Go Association and Sales Director...


Nov 6, 2024
Police appeal for information on missing Ballymena man
Missing man Dillon Fullerton Police in Ballymena are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of Dillon Fullerton. It is believed...

Nov 6, 2024
Ballymena woman sentenced following six theft charges
A Ballymena woman was today, Wednesday 6th November, sentenced for six theft charges at Antrim Crown Court. Deirdre Anne McKeown, 57, was...

Nov 5, 2024
Much anticipated Christmas Fair returns this month in support of NI Hospice
Don't miss a great day out as the Ballymena NI Hospice Support Group hosts their much anticipated 36th Annual Christmas Fair in...


Nov 5, 2024
Wrightbus continues expansion as the Ballymena company acquires Midlands firm RGI
Ross Cleaver, founder and owner of RGI, and Jean-Marc Gales, Wrightbus CEO Zero-emission bus pioneer Wrightbus today (Tuesday 5 November)...


Nov 5, 2024
Mid and East Antrim Remembrance Services 2024
A number of events will take place this coming weekend across Mid and East Antrim as communities going together to mark Remembrance...

Nov 4, 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...
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