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Mayor congratulates Antrim Grammar School Rugby team on historic victory in their 50th Anniversary Year
The Mayor with (L-R) Director of Sports Mr Jamie Orr Captain Jack McNeilly Vice Captain Eoin Byrne and Principle Mr Martin Wilson Antrim...
4 days ago


Fastned expands Northern Ireland network with opening of Antrim ultra-rapid EV charging station
Fastned’s latest state-of-the-art charging hub at The Junction Retail & Leisure Park in Antrim. Fastned, voted the UK’s best rated...
4 days ago

New social housing approved in Antrim despite hundreds of objections
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee has approved an application for 38 new social housing apartments in Antrim...
5 days ago

An urgent plea from Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary: "A horrendous month, but we still have hope"
Lyn Friel, founder of Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, nestled in the heart of Northern Ireland, is...
Mar 18


Northern Trust preparing for hospital car parking charges to be scrapped
Preparations are taking place at Antrim Hospital and Causeway Hospital in Coleraine for a return to free car parking next year. Hospital...
Mar 18


Man (22) jailed after house set on fire in Antrim
A 22-year-old man has been handed a prison sentence after a house was set on fire in Antrim. Michael Ward from the Antrim area appeared...
Mar 13


Grow a career in horticulture at CAFRE Greenmount, Antrim
Reunited through the love of horticulture careers. Graduates of the Foundation Degree in Horticulture 2023; L-R Matthew Lee (Horatio’s...
Mar 10

New celebrity TV ambassador for Garden Show Ireland & proposed change of date for Enchanted Winter Garden
Celebrity TV gardener and renowned horticulturist David Dumoney Celebrity TV gardener and renowned horticulturist David Dumoney will be...
Mar 8


Antrim-based SAM Mouldings announces £20million landmark investment in its 35th year
SAM Mouldings, the UK and Ireland's leading manufacturer of MDF mouldings, has announced a £20 million investment in its 35th year of...
Mar 7

Two men jailed following ‘sinisiter’ incident when man was robbed and assaulted in Antrim
Antrim Crown Court Two men have been sentenced for a number of offences at Antrim Crown Court on Wednesday 5th March. Thirty-year-old...
Mar 5


ANB Council challenged on cuts to opening hours for household recycling centres
Airport Sinn Fein Councillor Annemarie Logue has challenged Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to provide a breakdown of staff...
Mar 4


Antrim-based Golden Popcorn marks a decade of Oscar-worthy partnership with Tesco NI
Tess Osborn, Head of Fresh Foods Sourcing NI at Tesco and Golden Popcorn Managing Director Sean McClinton celebrate the 10-year...
Mar 4


ANB Councillors set to approve proposal for new active travel projects
Walking routes to remote workplaces in Antrim and Newtownabbey are among proposed new “active travel” projects in the borough. The...
Mar 1


ANB | New crime prevention initiative launched aimed at protecting the vulnerable and isolated
Inspector Neil Patton pictured with security packs as part of new initiative. In Antrim and Newtownabbey, the local Crime Prevention...
Feb 28


Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Seachtain na Gaeilge 2025
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly launches Seachtain na Gaeilge with Dearbháil Uí Bhiataigh and Cassie Ní Chatháin...
Feb 28


Greggs announced plans to open at The Junction
Joining a strong roster of food and beverage tenants, food on-the-go retailer, Greggs, has announced plans to open a new shop at The...
Feb 27


Free gardening workshops at Dobbies’ Antrim and Lisburn stores this March
Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting two free workshops at its Antrim and Lisburn stores this March for gardeners of all ages; Prepare to...
Feb 26

Plans approved for £14M filling station and fuel distribution complex at The Junction
Planning permission has been approved for a new £14m filling station and fuel distribution complex at The Junction Retail and Leisure...
Feb 19


Two men have been charged to court in connection with drug-related offences
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch have charged two people to court in connection with...
Feb 16

ANB Council approves £30,000 programme to celebrate VE Day 80 in Co Antrim
Antrim Castle Gardens. Image: Whileonourtravels Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors approved a £30,000 programme of events to mark the...
Feb 15
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