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May 31, 2023
Book of Condolence for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth goes on display in MEA
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council joined with the rest of the nation in mourning the passion of Her Late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on...

May 31, 2023
Jim Ervin announced as next manager of Sky Blues
Ballymena United have today (Wednesday 31 May) confirmed Jim Ervin as the next manager at the club. It comes after former boss David...


May 31, 2023
Gracehill World Heritage bid enters new phase with submission delivery to UNESCO
(R-L) Manus Deery, Assistant Director, Department for Communities Historic Environment Division with Dr David Johnston, Chair of...


May 31, 2023
Police and Fire Service in attendance at incident in Ballymena town centre
Police and Fire Service have been tasked to an incident on Wednesday morning, 31 May, in Ballymena town centre. Witnesses report five...

May 30, 2023
Ballymena-based home visits services expand to bring more healthcare at home across NI
A Home Visits healthcare team specialising in eye health and providing services across four Counties has expanded in recent months to...


May 29, 2023
Swann hosts launch of new model for maternity services in Northern Ireland
Pictured are Robin Swann MLA, Dr Dale Spence Midwifery Officer, and Maria McIlgorm Chief Nursing Officer Department of Health. Ulster...


May 29, 2023
Moy Park continues initiative to boost biodiversity to Ballymena
Leading food company Moy Park is supporting biodiversity in Ballymena through a range of tree and flower planting projects with local...

May 28, 2023
Police appeal for information after hit and run collision in Ballymena
Police in Ballymena are appealing for witnesses in relation to a report of a hit-and-run collision in the Larne Road area of the town...


May 28, 2023
New £6million road “key to unlocking regeneration potential” of St Pat’s nearing completion
All images: Padraig Merron The construction of a new £6million road in Ballymena, which began almost 12 months ago, is on schedule and...

May 27, 2023
Journalists share their stories to mark 25th anniversary of Good Friday Agreement
Some of Northern Ireland’s most esteemed journalists and photo-journalists have shared their stories as part of a recorded conversations...

May 27, 2023
TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
Welcome to this week’s news, reviews, and ‘all-things-books’ latest from the team at Waterstone’s Ballymena! THIS WEEK'S TOP 10... 1....


May 27, 2023
“Surge continues across North Antrim” – Alliance
The Alliance Party say they were proud to see a surge in support across North Antrim, following the election of John Hyland and Chelsea...

May 26, 2023
Bright future for PowerTower Amelie as local teen lifts prestigious award from Netball NI
Amelie pictured at the event with her award. The sporting talent and skill of a Ballymena teenager was recognised last weekend at the...


May 26, 2023
Ballymena couple “heartbroken” after fire devastates their business
A Ballymena couple says they are "heartbroken" after a fire tore through a storage unit at the their home with devastating impact to the...


May 26, 2023
Crawford thanks Ballymena voters for their support
Newly elected UUP Ballymena Councillor Colin Crawford pictured with North Antrim MLA Robin Swann Newly elected Ulster Unionist Party...


May 25, 2023
Spotlight on Conscious Content Creators – Daria Gapska
Local Influencer and creator from Ballymena, Daria Gapska. In today's digital age, influencer marketing has skyrocketed in popularity,...


May 25, 2023
MEA Council urge public to PAWS for thought after pups were seized at Port of Larne
A multi-agency PAWS for Thought Operation between Council’s Animal Welfare Officers, DAERA Portal Staff and PSNI at the Port of Larne...


May 24, 2023
PureGym opens doors to new 24hr fitness facility in Ballymena
PureGym, the UK’s largest gym operator, was delighted to be open its brand new gym in Ballymena last week – it’s first new gym in...


May 24, 2023
David puts his best foot forward to walk 500 miles for local charity
David pictured after completing the South Downs Way in September as a training exercise, walking 120 miles over 8 days. David Stranaghan...


May 23, 2023
Dogs Trust appeal for foster carers in Northern Ireland
Adam McGahan Dogs Trust foster dog. The team at Dogs Trust Ballymena is appealing to dog lovers in Northern Ireland to help care for more...
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