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New street art in Ballymena celebrates local heritage with a splash of colour
Left to Right: Clare Moore, Business Engagement Officer at Ballymena BID; Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman William McCaughey; Eamon...
Apr 14


Slemish Players shine: Ballymena group scoops eight awards at drama festival
The Slemish Players taking on Conor McPherson’s The Night Alive The Slemish Players, an amateur dramatics group from Ballymena, were...
Mar 9


Mid and East Antrim young people to be inspired by innovative Cinemagic Film Lab opportunity
Individuals from the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area, aged 17-24, who are interested in the creative and screen industries are...
Mar 6


‘Music to their ears’ for Queen’s students to receive scholarships from Van Morrison
(L-R) Dr Van Morrison, and Queen’s University Belfast President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Ian Greer. World renowned artist Van...
Feb 6


Bellaghy Bawn to host new writers’ residency following £3.8 million cultural investment
Bellaghy Bawn Bellaghy Bawn is set to become a premier destination for writers following a £3.8million (€4.6million) investment agreement...
Dec 3, 2024


Parkhall Integrated College celebrates success at the 2024 Carson Awards
Student from Parkhall IC showing Geraldine Hughes their winning artwork. The Integrated Education Fund (IEF) is delighted that Northern...
Nov 5, 2024


Marilyn Monroe gets a sweet reimagining with Pop Tarts!
Renowned food artist Nathan Wyburn has reimagined the iconic Marilyn Monroe Pop Art artwork using Pop Tarts. The original was created...
Oct 27, 2024


Celebration event marks success of the Culturally Creative Communities programme in North Antrim
Members of the North Antrim community who attended the celebration event to mark the completion of the Culturally Creative Communities...
Oct 25, 2024


Ballymena photographer hosts inaugural exhibition with a vital message on mental heath awareness
Ballymena photographic artist David McKinney Ballymena man David McKinney is set to unveil his inaugural solo photographic exhibition ...
Oct 2, 2024


Belfast International Arts Festival returns with city-wide spectacle of arts and culture
Pictured at the launch of the 2024 Belfast International Arts Festival programme are musician Ciaran Lavery (left) and festival chief...
Sep 21, 2024


Warner Bros. Discovery announces open casting for new Harry Potter TV series!
Warner Bros. Discovery has officially kicked off the search for the next generation of wizards to lead its highly anticipated Harry...
Sep 19, 2024


Blue Lights actor visits Maghaberry prisoners’ drama group
Maghaberry Governor Tracy Megrath and ‘Blue Lights’ actor Neil Keery chat with prisoners from the Maghaberry ‘Off the Cuff’ Drama Society...
Sep 19, 2024


Warriors: Courage, Bravery and Honour - stunning new collection release by Ballymena artist
(Images: Phil, PM Drones) Ballymena artist Carly Wright is delighted to reveal her latest collection of paintings. Entitled ‘Warriors:...
Sep 16, 2024


A view reimagined: Recreating iconic Bushmills window scene
Barristers Fiona and David Bates iconic ground-floor panel was fitting for the former Petty Sessions Court, and recreating the famous...
Sep 15, 2024


‘Motorcycle Meet Up’ event launched to drive mental health AWARE-ness
Pictured at the launch of the event are Jarlath McCreanor, AWARE NI Volunteer; Terry Bradley; Alan Waring from Belfast Harley Davidson...
Aug 31, 2024


Midtown Makers unveils August Craft Month extravaganza: A celebration of creativity & connection
Midtown Makers, a hub for creative expression and community engagement, has announced a month-long celebration of all things crafty....
Jul 27, 2024


NI teen singing sensation set to perform for global audience on America’s Got Talent!
Northern Ireland teen singing sensation Sophie Lennon is set to showcase her stunning voice to a global audience when she takes to the...
Jul 22, 2024


Cre8 Theatre brings joy and nostalgia to Craigdun Care Home
Pictured is Callie Megaw from Craigdun along with the cast of ‘The Theatre In Your Front Room’ Craigdun Care Home (Cullybackey) was...
Jul 21, 2024


Amazing Street Art Festival coming to Larne this month!
Artists who took part in last Street Art Festival event in Larne. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is delivering an exciting new...
Jul 15, 2024


Titanic Belfast launches new Terry Bradley exhibition and immersive experience
Judith Owens MBE, Chief Executive of Titanic Belfast is joined by Terry Bradley at the launch of a free summer exhibition following the...
Jul 3, 2024
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