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Council launches pre-loved toys scheme for sixth year!
Mayor with Marita McAlister from MEA Council’s Waste Department. Give pre-loved toys a new home this festive season! From Monday 28...
Oct 29, 2024


Tesco Stores in Northern Ireland rally for World Stroke Day
Tesco stores across Northern Ireland, including Ballymena, are set to play a pivotal role in raising awareness and funds for stroke...
Oct 28, 2024


New initiative boosts job prospects for Ballymena locals
THE Gallaher Trust and 12 local participants celebrated the completion of the inaugural Get into Hospitality Academy, a new intensive...
Oct 21, 2024


Consumer Fight Back With Holly Hamilton launches this week
Presenter Holly Hamilton A brand new show will launch this incoming week on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio Ulster. Airing weekly from October...
Oct 13, 2024

RTÉ seek applicants for Traitors Ireland!
RTÉ today announced that it has commissioned Traitors Ireland, the hit series which enthralled audiences across the world including...
Oct 11, 2024


Singing for Fun programme aims to connect rural women in Mid Ulster
A new singing programme aimed at rural women in Mid Ulster will begin on Tuesday 22 October in Moneymore Leisure Centre at 7.30pm. This...
Oct 6, 2024


Together we can find solutions to Lough Neagh – Muir
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir pictured with a range of stakeholders on the shores of Lough Neagh where...
Oct 4, 2024


AWARE NI launches ‘By Your Side’ campaign ahead of World Mental Health Day
AWARE NI peer-led support group comes together to share experiences and build resilience as part of the charity's vital mental health...
Oct 2, 2024


Stunning Sperrins: Perfect location for scenic guided walks
Ciara Toner (Sperrins Partnership), Joe Mahon, Mairead McCallion (walking guide). Sperrins Walking is back with a programme of walks...
Sep 22, 2024


Asda invites customers across Northern Ireland to donate pre-loved children’s books
Asda has launched a UK-wide partnership with literacy charity the Children’s Book Project , which will enable customers in NI to donate...
Sep 22, 2024

Jill Bakes the Alphabet | ‘A’ is for Apple Caramel Crumble
This week we will start a new series - Jill Bakes The Alphabet. Each week we will feature a new recipe starting with a particular letter!...
Sep 22, 2024


Embrace the joy of growing older with Positive Ageing Month
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey launches Positive Ageing Month with Age Friendly Officer, Kelly Doyle This October, join Antrim and...
Sep 20, 2024


Warner Bros. Discovery announces open casting for new Harry Potter TV series!
Warner Bros. Discovery has officially kicked off the search for the next generation of wizards to lead its highly anticipated Harry...
Sep 19, 2024


Education Committee launches inquiry into provision of RSE in schools
The Assembly Committee for Education has today launched an inquiry into the teaching and implementation of Relationships and Sexuality...
Sep 18, 2024

Dogs Trust is calling on children to take on the ‘PAW Patrol® on a Stroll’ fundraising challenge!
The UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, is partnering up again with PAW Patrol ® to raise important funds for the charity. ‘PAW...
Sep 17, 2024


Local food and drink producers join the ‘Let’s Go Visit’ Series
Judith Taylor - Polly & Archies; Graham Boyd - Black Arch Distillery Ltd; Mayor Ald Beth Adger MBE; Allastar McGarry, Business Client...
Sep 16, 2024


Stunning Sperrins – perfect location for scenic guided walks!
Launching this year’s Sperrins Walking were (L to R) Cllr Sean Clarke, Chair of the Sperrins Partnership; Mairead McCallion, Walking...
Sep 12, 2024


Three-quarters of dog owners fail to recognise early warning signs that could prevent dog bites
Casper the Staffie Cross during a training session. Students across Northern Ireland have returned to the classroom after the summer...
Sep 11, 2024


Translink launches ‘The GRAND Pianist’ Competition
Pictured left-right: Chris Conway, Translink Group Chief Executive; Matthew Owens, The GRAND Pianist Head Judge; Scarlett Hutchinson;...
Sep 5, 2024


Farmers’ Choir Northern Ireland resumes after summer break
The Farmers’ Choir Northern Ireland are resuming practices again after their summer break and are looking forward to welcoming old and...
Sep 1, 2024
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