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Lidl plans Northern Ireland’s largest store yet in Ballymena!
Plans for what is set to become Northern Ireland’s largest Lidl store have moved forward, with the German discount supermarket chain...
1 day ago


Wrightbus hydrogen bus trial could lead to zero emissions travel for Sizewell C workers
Sizewell C workers could be taken to work by Wrightbus hydrogen buses for the entirety of the nuclear power station’s construction, if a...
1 day ago


Tourism industry reps introduced to a flavour of Causeway Coast and Glens
Representatives from across the NI tourism industry pictured at the new 5 star resort, Dunluce Lodge, Portrush during a familiarisation...
2 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...
3 days ago

Ash & Go Travel: holidays tailored by travellers, for travellers
Ballymena couple David and Ashley Warwick have launch their new business Ballymena’s own Ashley Warwick has taken her lifelong love for...
3 days ago


Ballycastle Co-op relaunches following million pound makeover!
Ballycastle Co-op relaunches following a million pound makeover to transform the store, increase its focus on locally sourced products...
3 days ago


Harryville Men’s Shed shares Tesco surplus to support Ballymena Community
Food stocked up at Harryville Men’s Shed Vulnerable people in Ballymena are receiving free food supplies from Tesco stores, thanks to the...
4 days ago


Pink up the world! Dougies Goodies creates 20 new jobs & welcomes Kirks Bakery to the family!
Ballymena-based Dougies Goodies, is rising to new heights with ambitious expansion plans for 2025 - including the creation of 20 new jobs...
4 days ago

Irish Sea Parcels Border delayed for third time as policy sparks outrage from MP Jim Allister
North Antrim MP Jim Allister has fiercely criticised the government’s continued support for the implementation of the Irish Sea parcels...
5 days ago

Ballymena founder of JAQ Group reveals plans for £11M manufacturing and distribution facility in town
CGI of proposed new JAQ Group production and distribution facility in Ballymena JAQ Group founder and managing director, Connor Martin...
5 days ago


The Dog’s Inn: A barking brilliant addition to Ballymena!
Dog lovers across Ballymena and beyond have a new reason to wag their tails with excitement as The Dog’s Inn, a one-of-a-kind indoor dog...
5 days ago

Santander confirms branch closures as it ‘transforms UK branch network’
Santander has today announced plans to update its UK branch network from June 2025, with seven branches set to be closed in Northern...
5 days ago

Local Secondary Schools invited to register for the Bank of Ireland Money Smarts Challenge 2025
Pictured is Elisha McNulty, Community Engagement Manager at Bank of Ireland UK. Teachers and students in secondary schools across...
Mar 17


Wrightbus leaders meet government officials at UK's first bus manufacturing panel
Local Transport MinisterSimon Lightwood MP with Jean-Marc Gales and Jo Bamford, during a visit to NewPower in Oxfordshire last month....
Mar 16

Ian Paisley reflects on Trump’s economic strategy and opportunities for Northern Ireland
BBC presenter Mark Carruthers talking with the former DUP MP for North Antrim Ian Paisley As Washington buzzed with activity ahead of St...
Mar 16


Ballymena businesswoman celebrated at 2025 Women in Business Awards
Pictured (L-R) are Lauren Burns from award sponsor Wilson Nesbitt, Mabel Higgins and The WiB Group Chair Nichola Robinson. Northern...
Mar 14

SAVED | Family Fun Zone at Carnfunnock Park set to reopen
The owners of Carnfunnock Family Fun Zone outside Larne have announced their planned return to the country park next month. Ian and...
Mar 14


Marine Hotel Ballycastle: Small hotel, with big plans for 2025
Following its prestigious AA four-star award received at the end of 2024, the Marine Hotel in Ballycastle, situated on the breathtaking...
Mar 14


Galgorm Collection unveils £20m investment and new Roe Valley Resort brand in major transformation plans
Galgorm Collection, Northern Ireland’s premier luxury hospitality group, has announced the start of a bold new era for one of its...
Mar 10


Primary school children get a taste for hospitality and tourism
Supporting primary school children to get a taste for hospitality and tourism through the ‘World of Work’ pilot are (l-r) Hilary Gibson,...
Mar 10
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