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Dec 14

Asda pledges £1M to combat loneliness as one in 10 over 60’s expect to be alone this Christmas

It’s called the most wonderful time of the year, – but thousands of over 60s across Northern Ireland are facing a completely Silent Night...

Dec 14

Translink plants 30,000 native trees to support urgent need for afforestation in Northern Ireland

Ian Morrow, Network Assurance & Safety Manager, Translink and Suzanne Sinclair, Translink’s Biodiversity Manager Celebrating National...

Dec 14

ANB Council warns of “challenging fiscal conditions” ahead of rate-setting process for borough

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has warned of “challenging fiscal conditions” as it considers its financial position ahead of...

Dec 14

Car destroyed in arson attack in Glenarm

Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a vehicle fire in Glenarm. Detective Sergeant McDowell said: “We...

Dec 14

“I now have the confidence to make healthier choices for my family” – the HENRY programme launches in NI

Attendees at the official launch of the HENRY programme at Stormont Hotel in Belfast The Public Health Agency (PHA) has officially...

Dec 14

'Superwoman' Reid wins 2024 BBC Sport NI's Unsung Hero award

Inspirational: Rachel Reid, head coach for The Lagan Dragons "This woman is superwoman, she can turn her hand to everything." For Lagan...

Dec 14

Police concerned for missing man Colin Hamilton

Pictured: Mr Colin Thomas Hamilton Police are currently concerned regarding the whereabouts of Mr Colin Thomas Hamilton, who has been...

Dec 13

Capture Christmas in town this weekend with the Ballymena Christmas Roadshow!

The streets of Ballymena town centre are set to glow with festive cheer as the Ballymena Christmas Roadshow kicks off tomorrow, Saturday...

Dec 13

Police appeal for information: Convicted killer once again on the run

55-year-old James Meehan Police are appealing for information to assist in locating 55-year-old James Meehan, who is currently unlawfully...

Dec 13

Two men sentenced after discovery of sophisticated cannabis farm in Ballymena

Two men have been sentenced in court today, Friday 13th December, for drugs-related offences following the discovery of a sophisticated...

Dec 13

Holiday park plans for rural Co Antrim

Site plan for holiday park situated outside Antrim. A planning application has been submitted to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council...

Dec 13

Translink announces Christmas timetables

Translink is advising passengers to plan their journeys in advance over the festive period, with holiday timetables in effect. NI...

Dec 13

Ballymena BID thanks local community for supporting the Digg Deep for Kids Christmas Campaign

The Ballymena BID team were delighted to deliver nearly 300 gifts in support of the Digg Deep for Kids Christmas campaign, helping to bright

Dec 13

BBC Radio Ulster welcomes back some familiar faces for five days of special programmes

Among those joining presenters this week are (L-R) Colin Murray, Seamus McKee and Wendy Austin, and broadcasting legend Gloria Hunniford....

Dec 13

Proactive police operation sees drugs worth £645,000 seized at Belfast International Airport

Some of the drugs seized a Belfast International Airport Detectives from the Police Service’s Organised Crime Branch, along with law...

Dec 12

Kells breeder comes out on top for Artnagullion: Best Flock in Beltex Competition

Flock Competition judges Alison and Wade McCrabbe are pictured with Libby and Sarah Wilson . The Irish Beltex Sheep Breeders Club held...

Dec 12

Ballymena Chamber celebrates another great Christmas Social!

Members of Ballymena Chamber of Commerce and Industry joined with local retailers for a great night together in the Adair Arms Hotel for...

Dec 12

Queen’s graduate creates first of kind resource on pressure ulcer prevention for people with learning disabilities

Aaron Smyth pictured on graduation day at Queen’s, with parents, Brian and Pamela Smyth. Aaron Smyth is graduating today having used his...

Dec 12

Ballymena man Alastair McIlroy still missing

Missing person Alastair McIlroy Police in Ballymena are growing increasingly concerned for the wellbeing of missing person, 63-year-old...

Dec 12

Exchanging home for CAFRE this Christmas!

Claire Gowell and Samantha Van Dort enjoy the festive colour in the Horticulture Centre at Greenmount Campus. As part of their studies at...

Dec 12

Almost 300 fixed penalty notices issued and 67 arrested during Road Safety Week in NI

Officers from Local & Neighbourhood Policing Teams, Roads Policing and Tactical Support Group issued almost 300 fixed penalty notices as...

Dec 12

Co Antrim man (56) jailed for sexual offences against underage girl

56-year-old Gary Thompson from Newtownabbey has been jailed today, Thursday 12th December for sexual offences against an underage girl at...

Dec 12

Jim Allister visits Ballymena Posties to show support in busy run-up to Christmas

North Antrim MP Jim Allister with staff at Royal Mail Delivery Office in Ballymena. Jim Allister MP visited postal workers at Ballymena...

Dec 12

Portglenone man Dr. Jason McKeown named Visiting Scholar at Stanford University

Dr. Jason McKeown, CEO of Neurovalens Dr. Jason McKeown, CEO of Neurovalens, has been appointed as a Visiting Scholar at the Department...

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