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Mar 9, 2023
Tributes paid following passing of dedicated former councillor Sam Hanna
Tributes have been paid following the death of former local councillor and DUP stalwart Sam Hanna, who passed away suddenly at home on...
Mar 9, 2023
Dedicated NI community gardeners celebrated at Translink Ulster in Bloom Awards
Community and council gardeners from across Northern Ireland were presented with awards for the sought-after Translink Ulster in Bloom...
Mar 8, 2023
Action Cancer urges women to be their own ‘Breast Friends’
To celebrate International Women’s Day, leading NI cancer charity Action Cancer is encouraging women to be their own ‘Breast Friends’ and...
Mar 8, 2023
Police make 239 arrests for domestic abuse and stalking crimes in last 6 months
At the end of September 2022, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) launched the first Tackling Violence against Women and Girls...
Mar 8, 2023
Waveney playing fields need urgent investment – McGuigan
Sinn Féin’s Philip McGuigan has written to Mid and East Antrim council requesting urgent investment to upgrade the Waveney playing fields...
Mar 8, 2023
Dementia friendly top tips for Causeway Coastal Route businesses
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council recently welcomed a host of tourism and hospitality businesses from along the beautiful Causeway...
Mar 8, 2023
A ‘postbox to Heaven’ set to be installed in cemeteries across Antrim & Newtownabbey borough
A “postbox to Heaven” is to be installed in Antrim and Newtownabbey’s cemeteries to help children grieve. The proposal was made by Deputy...
Mar 8, 2023
Supervalu and Centra raise phenomenal £200,000 for Action Cancer
SuperValu and Centra are celebrating after raising a staggering £200,000 for their long-term charity partner Action Cancer, following a...
Mar 7, 2023
MEA Council's packed Coronation programme 'fit for a King'!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is hosting a wide range of family friendly events and initiatives to celebrate the Coronation -...
Mar 7, 2023
Barr highlights speeding and car parking concerns at local primary school
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) candidate, Alan Barr, has highlighted the issue of speeding and lack of car parking facilities outside Clough...
Mar 7, 2023
The Gallaher Trust continues support of Women’s Aid Reconnect Project with £20k award
THE Gallaher Trust has announced additional funding for Women’s Aid ABCLN (Antrim, Ballymena, Carrickfergus, Larne and Newtownabbey)...
Mar 6, 2023
‘Good Morning Ballymena’ receives Tesco Community Grant
A Ballymena non-profit organisation was awarded a Tesco Community Grant to host an event for its 100 members. Good Morning Ballymena is a...
Mar 6, 2023
Long-awaited toilet upgrade coming to Larne Town Parks
Larne Town Parks toilet facilities are set for an upgrade with works getting underway this week. The new 45 Square Metre facility will...
Mar 6, 2023
Mid and East Antrim groups receive National Lottery funding
The National Lottery Community Fund has awarded funding to six community organisations in Mid and East Antrim area. The grants are part...
Mar 5, 2023
JILL BAKES | White Chocolate Smartie Cookies
These cookies are a perfect easy bake option! Enjoy when you need a treat, or these cookies also make a sweet surprise for any occasion....
Mar 5, 2023
Portrush RNLI crew members thanked by charity for their role in saving life of teen
Portrush RNLI held a special ceremony on Friday 3 March to celebrate its crew members who were recently recognised by the RNLI for their...
Mar 5, 2023
Specsavers Ballymena sponsor Big C Foundation wheelchair
Specsavers Ballymena has become one of the first sponsors of The Big C Foundation’s fundraising drive to have their wheelchair purchased...
Mar 4, 2023
Join hundreds of trekkers at Slemish this St Patrick’s Day!
Slemish Mountain will welcome hundreds of visitors this St Patrick’s Day as the popular celebrations return to the area for the annual...
Mar 3, 2023
Mayor meets inspirational fundraising teen Maggie McMillan
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Noel Williams, recently welcomed inspirational fundraising volunteer, Maggie McMillan, to his...
Mar 3, 2023
Council set to crackdown on dog fouling across borough
A two-year enforcement contract is to be awarded by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in a further crackdown on dog fouling, littering...
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