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Jun 10, 2024
MND heroes and Lady Mary’s Trust raise the bar with launch of joint fundraiser
Front row: Debbie Marrs, Lady Mary Peters and Raymond Hill. Back row: Jane Allen from Magheramorne Estate with her daughter Sara – Head...
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Jun 5, 2024
Antrim Hospital Radio goes digital with launch of new app
Tommy McMeekin and Paula Marshall Antrim Hospital Radio is tuning in for an exciting new future as it enters the digital age for the...
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Jun 5, 2024
Embark on a journey back in time this week at the Glenravel International Furnace Festival
A newly launched festival taking place this week in the Glens of Antrim, is inviting you to embark on a journey back in time to an era...
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![Co Antrim High Sheriff volunteers in ReStore Ballymena marking Volunteers Week](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7986bd_fad68e25a98d48338b9dc5942123f878~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_305,h_229,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/7986bd_fad68e25a98d48338b9dc5942123f878~mv2.webp)
Jun 4, 2024
Co Antrim High Sheriff volunteers in ReStore Ballymena marking Volunteers Week
High Sheriff of Co. Antrim Patricia Perry with ReStore staff, volunteers and customers Every year, the first week of June is designated...
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Jun 3, 2024
Ballymena revealed as the second best place for stargazing in Northern Ireland
Ahead of the ‘Strawberry Moon’ on 22nd June, outdoor experts have revealed the best areas to stargaze in Northern Ireland. The study,...
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Jun 2, 2024
Dogs Trust Ballymena calling on owners to have their say in the National Dog Survey!
What is the nation’s favourite breed? Where do you like to walk your dog? What dog welfare issues matter most to you? And does your dog...
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May 25, 2024
NSPCC appeals for volunteers to help with Ballymena street collection
Friday 7th June 2024 is NSPCC Childhood Day, the charity’s UK-wide flagship fundraising event. In the lead up to the big day, NSPCC...
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May 21, 2024
Co Antrim farm welcomes public to be part of BioBlitz Festival of Wildlife and Wellbeing!
Jubilee Farm welcomes the public to be part of BioBlitz 2024! As Northern Ireland’s first community owned farm, it promotes and conducts...
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May 16, 2024
Queen’s academics recruiting NI parents for new pregnancy loss research to improve care and support
A new research project called the PRESENT Study (PREgnancy loss, Self-compassion aNd Trauma), led by Queen’s University Belfast, will...
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May 14, 2024
Vibrant career opportunities in NI’s hospitality, tourism, and events sectors following NW200
With a shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent, Ulster University, Northern Regional College (NRC) and Northwest...
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May 9, 2024
Cancer support volunteer roles now available at Causeway Hospital
Have you ever thought about volunteering? Opportunities are available now to join the volunteer team at the Macmillan Information and...
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Apr 20, 2024
Will you abseil 80ft at Roe Valley this June to save lives for Air Ambulance NI?
Take to new heights with an 80ft abseil down the spectacular O’Cahan’s Rock in Roe Valley Country Park in Limavady on Saturday 8th June...
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Apr 18, 2024
Ballymena Norstar Inline Hockey Club celebrates first ever Learn to Skate program
Ballymena Norstar Inline Hockey Club hosted a celebration night for the ending of their first ever Learn to Skate program. The children...
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Apr 14, 2024
Ballymena duo champion mental health awareness with 'Giant Steps' for AWARE NI
Ballymena duo Amanda Smyth and Keith McKay As AWARE NI gears up for its annual fundraising Coastal Walk ‘Giant Steps’ on Saturday, 27...
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Apr 13, 2024
Generations come together in Dunloy for a celebration of Irish culture and music
Colleen Tunney, Martin Crawley, Melissa Hayes, Lisa McGuckian Young and old came together in Dunloy for a celebration of Seachtain na...
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Apr 13, 2024
Northern Trust appeal for Macmillan volunteer drivers
Elizabeth Gray and Eileen Black who have devoted over 25 years to volunteering between them are supporting the Northern Trust’s appeal...
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Apr 13, 2024
Help dig deep into heritage this May in Mid and East Antrim!
The Community Archaeology Programme NI (CAPNI) are visiting Shaftesbury Park in Carrickfergus this May to undertake a community dig – and...
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Apr 2, 2024
Community Rescue Service NW200 Truck Run: Celebrating truck enthusiasts & supporting a great cause
The highly anticipated NW200 race week will kick off with an exciting new addition to its lineup of events! The NW200 Truck Run, a...
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Apr 1, 2024
Leading local charity Action Cancer receives £100,000 for Therapeutic Services
(L-R) Nina Barough CBE, Founder and Chief Executive of breast cancer charity Walk the Walk is pictured with Action Cancer Ambassador...
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Apr 1, 2024
On your marks, get set, support Cancer Focus NI at this year’s Moy Park Belfast City Women’s 10k
Katharine Walker, previous Miss Northern Ireland, Cool FM presenter and paediatric nurse. Following the resounding success of the Belfast...
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