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“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 15, 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 13, 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 12, 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 11, 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 8, 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 7, 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 6, 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...
Nov 5, 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 28, 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 27, 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...
Oct 24, 2024


Doagh EUROSPAR expansion refused over concerns for Ballyclare town centre
A proposed extension to a EUROSPAR outlet in Doagh was refused by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee at a...
Oct 24, 2024


Hopes that thousands of visitors will be attracted as Armed Forces Day confirmed for Causeway Coast & Glens
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has confirmed that Armed Forces Day 2026 will take place in the Borough. At a Coronation...
Oct 23, 2024


No free use of council facilities in Mid and East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim councillors have agreed that there should be no free use of council facilities on the grounds of equality. They have...
Oct 22, 2024


Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween in Antrim and Newtownabbey!
Emily Audley and Ruby Doyle get a spooky sneak peek of Mossley Mill’s Pumpkin Patch, joined by the Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey,...
Oct 22, 2024

Plans submitted for new £14M Go fuel complex and LCC HQ in Co Antrim
A planning application has been submitted to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for a new £14m filling station complex at The...
Oct 19, 2024
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