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Nov 20, 2024
Green light for new homes in conservation area in Antrim
Site location for new housing development Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee has given permission for the...
Nov 20, 2024
Plans refused for former Royal British Legion building 'not in Ballyclare town centre'
Visualisation of proposed retail development at former Royal British Legion social club in Ballyclare A former Royal British Legion...
Nov 20, 2024
New 81 room hotel approved beside Belfast International Airport
Artist impression drawings of the new Premier Inn hotel at Belfast International Airport Revised plans for a major hotel development...
Nov 19, 2024
Plans approved for new £5.5M Premier Inn hotel at Belfast International
Planning permission for a new £5.5m Premier Inn Hotel close to Belfast International Airport was granted by Antrim and Newtownabbey...
Nov 17, 2024
Sensory garden approval for playgroup in Antrim
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved a request for a sensory garden to be created at the rear of Muckamore Community Centre,...
Nov 15, 2024
“Disgusting” – traders rage after ANB council cancels Ballyclare Christmas market at short notice
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has defended a decision to cancel an outdoor market which was due to have been held in Ballyclare...
Nov 15, 2024
Emergency road closure set to continue due to structural concerns at former Antrim Arms Hotel
Ongoing concerns regarding the structural integrity of the former Antrim Arms building on Castle Street, Ballycastle have required...
Nov 13, 2024
£1.45M ‘Living over shops’ scheme set to be rolled out in Randalstown and Ballyclare
Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have approved the second phase of a £1.45m ‘Living over the Shops’ scheme which will be extended to...
Nov 13, 2024
SPACE officially opens in the heart of Antrim Town
Have you noticed all the recent buzz around Antrim Town? There has been plenty of excitement about the new 16,000 sq/ft flexible, modern...
Nov 13, 2024
MEA Council sees exodus of staff wanting to ‘jump ship’
Councillors have been given an update on Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s voluntary redundancy scheme. The proposed severance was...
Nov 12, 2024
Belfast City Council approves key developments to boost tourism, education and community growth
New five-storey extension to the east and a three-storey extension to the west of the ECIT Building at Queen's Island in the heart of...
Nov 12, 2024
Plans to repurpose historic RAF Training Dome in Northern Ireland into events and display space
The RAF Training Dome, near Limavady, and (right) the transformed event space. Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust has unveiled plans...
Nov 11, 2024
Fine and community service for owner of a dog that attacked a person and a dog
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has successfully brought charges under the Dogs (Northern Ireland) Order 1983 (as amended)...
Nov 8, 2024
Step into the season with magical Christmas light switch on events across Antrim & Newtownabbey
As the festive season approaches, the borough of Antrim & Newtownabbey is set to dazzle with its series of enchanting Christmas Light...
Nov 7, 2024
Christmas events to spread festive cheer across Causeway Coast and Glens
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is excited to bring a fantastic array of Christmas cheer to a town near you, commencing this...
Nov 6, 2024
Secretary of State visits Antrim to back Poppy Appeal and explore award-winning Castle Gardens
Secretary of State, The Rt Hon Hilary Benn MP touring Antrim Castle Gardens with (L-R) Chief Executive of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough...
Nov 5, 2024
Councillors warned of 'financial implications' of increased gritting
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has been asked for two local villages to be added to its gritting schedule. Speaking at a meeting...
Oct 28, 2024
MEA Councillors raise replacement of forgotten railings on east Antrim coast
Rusty seafront railings on the east Antrim coast have been brought to the attention of Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Roads...
Oct 27, 2024
Proposed redevelopment 'aims to ensure a fit for purpose campus' at Greenmount in Co Antrim
CGI views of proposed Central Hub at the new Greenmount Campus in County Antrim Planning permission for a the proposed redevelopment of...
Oct 24, 2024
Belfast councillors reverse decision to permit Botanic Ice event this winter after local pressure
A decision to approve a special “Christmas Ice Experience” at Botanic Gardens this winter has been reversed after pressure from local...
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