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Jun 18, 2022
TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstones Ballymena – 18 June 2022
Welcome to the weekly news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena. THIS WEEK’S TOP 10… 1....
Jun 17, 2022
Red door shuts for last time as popular Co Antrim cafe announces closure
The owners of The Red Door Tea Room has this afternoon announced “with heavy hearts” that it is to close. The perfect pit stop for many...
Jun 16, 2022
Exciting expansion plans announced at Iron’s Home Bakery
One of Ballymena’s favourite bakery shops has announced exciting expansion plans for its Harryville premises. Irons Home Bakery is...
Jun 16, 2022
Minister for Investment “delighted” as Wrightbus success continues with international deals
Minister for Investment Lord Grimstone has visited leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus just days after the Northern Ireland firm announced...
Jun 16, 2022
Boost Drinks teams up with Ireland’s largest waterpark in Kilrea to launch new flavour
As the summer swings into action, Boost Drinks, the owner of Northern Ireland’s best-selling soft drink within the local convenience...
Jun 15, 2022
New Ulster Bank £50 note goes into circulation
A new £50 bank went into circulation today (Wednesday 15th June 2022). Ulster Bank’s new polymer £50 note is the latest in a series of...
Jun 13, 2022
Three local beauty businesses pick up top awards at NI Hair and Beauty Awards 2022
Three local beauty businesses lifted top accolades at a prestigious awards ceremony hosted in the Europa Hotel, Belfast on Sunday night...
Jun 13, 2022
Wrightbus Chief Executive to retire at the end of the year
Executive of Wrightbus, today announced plans to retire at the end of the year. Mr Atwal said after “a great deal of consideration” he...
Jun 13, 2022
Thousands flock to Lough Neagh Artisans Market
The organisers of the first Lough Neagh Artisans Market have hailed the event a phenomenal success. Attracting almost 4,000 visitors,...
Jun 13, 2022
Ireland confirms €80.4M investment with 120 electric buses from Wrightbus
Ireland’s National Transport Authority (NTA) has today announced an order for 120 double-deck battery-electric buses from Wrightbus,...
Jun 13, 2022
Surf and lifestyle brand Animal makes waves at The Junction
The Junction Retail and Leisure Park has extended its outdoor and surf-wear offering with the relocation and expansion of long-time...
Jun 12, 2022
WIN with the ShopMEA discount app bringing you the best deals from across Mid & East Antrim
Shopping local and supporting the many wonderful Mid and East Antrim businesses has just got more exciting, with the must-have recently...
Jun 11, 2022
‘Moy Park shame’ as Unite reveals Randalstown workers paid ‘scandalous’ £5k a year less
Unite has determined that Moy Park is paying its workers at its’ Randalstown Plant £5,000 a year less than those at other company sites....
Jun 11, 2022
Ballymena Chamber of Commerce announces partnership with Voice For Locals
Voice For Locals, a consortium launched in Northern Ireland to support businesses who want to level up their services after the...
Jun 11, 2022
Galgorm celebrates World Gin Day with luxury summer cocktail recipe
To celebrate World Gin Day, taking place on Saturday, June 11 Galgorm has created a refreshing summer cocktail, adding an irresistible...
Jun 11, 2022
TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstones Ballymena
Welcome to the weekly news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! TOP 10 THIS WEEK… 1. The...
Jun 9, 2022
Valdez Gymnastics wins NI Club of the Year 2022!
Ballymena based Valdez Gymnastics has been awarded British Gymnastics - Northern Ireland Club of the Year 2022. It is the most recent...
Jun 8, 2022
O’Dowd visits Wrightbus to discuss journey towards zero-emission transport
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has visited Wrightbus where he had the opportunity to tour the factory and hear about the...
Jun 7, 2022
Co Antrim eco hotel to invest £3.5m in a new restaurant and a collection of ‘eco cottages’
One of Europe’s most sustainable hotels, The Salthouse in Ballycastle, is to expand with a £3.5m cash injection. The spend will see the...
Jun 7, 2022
Moy Park donates Chromebooks to local schools
Leading food company Moy Park has donated over 160 Chromebook computers to schools and colleges in Northern Ireland, providing much...
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