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Dec 15

The NSPCC sees a surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse

THE NSPCC is dealing with an increase in contacts to its Helpline from adults across the UK with concerns about children who are...

Dec 14

Pension Credit & Fuel Payment: Advice NI warns of looming deadlines

A Winter Fuel Payment can help people over state retirement age with their heating bills. If eligible, a person could get either £200 or...

Dec 10

Paediatricians issue advice to parents as part of health service winter plans in NI

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has praised the excellent care being provided by regional paediatric units across Northern Ireland on a...

Dec 9

Flying home for Christmas? Belfast City Airport shares its top tips for travelling this festive season

Lauren Swift (soon to be Lauren Frodsham) and her friends arrive in Belfast Belfast City Airport has issued advice for passengers taking...

Dec 8

A safer Christmas starts at home: NIFRS urges the public to keep safety top of your list this holiday season

With the holiday season fast approaching, Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is calling on households across Northern Ireland...

Dec 8

NIE Networks update: Around 95,000 impacted by power cuts due to Storm Darragh

NIE Networks teams have been working non-stop over the last hours in difficult and dangerous weather conditions to restore electricity...

Dec 6

Public urged to stay safe as multi-agency partners meet ahead of Storm Darragh

Multi-agency partners have met and will continue to meet over the weekend as preparations continue ahead of Storm Darragh, which is...

Dec 4

The Consumer Council’s festive travel tips

With the countdown on to the festive season, the Consumer Council has issued some tips for those planning on travelling over Christmas. ...

Dec 3

Police launch the winter anti-drink and drug drive operation for 2024

Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson, Operational Support Department and Crimestoppers’ Director of Operations Mick Duthie This festive...

Dec 3

Fire Service reminds community of candle dangers following blaze in Ballymena

Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has urged the community to remember to use candles safely, reminding householders to...

Dec 3

Northern Ireland utility companies join together to keep communities connected this winter

Managing Director of NIE Networks, Derek Hynes; Group Chief Executive Officer of Phoenix Energy, Kailash Chada; Chief Executive of NI...

Dec 2

Celebrate your team & customers, support local & spread festive cheer with the Ballymena Gift Card!

Looking for the perfect way to celebrate your team, clients, or contractors this festive season? The Ballymena Gift Card is the ultimate...

Nov 28

Sore Throat Service rolled out across community pharmacies

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced the roll out of a ‘Pharmacy First for Sore Throat’ Service from community pharmacies across...

Nov 26

XL Bully owners urged to take action now to avoid their pet being seized

XL Bully owners have only five weeks left to apply for an exemption certificate to avoid their dog being seized and facing court action,...

Nov 24

Public urged to be vigilant as lethal 'Poisonous Parsnip’ washes up on Co Antrim beach

Images: Katie Burnside Dog walkers and families with young children are being urged to be vigilant after what is believed to be deadly...

Nov 24

Buy safe, be safe: Avoid E-bike and E-scooter fires

The Environmental Health Section at Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council are issuing an important warning to people who are purchasing...

Nov 24

Samaritans in NI celebrates volunteers answering calls of hope during the festive period

Local Samaritans volunteer, Norah from Ballymena This winter, Samaritans in Northern Ireland are shining a light on the incredible...

Nov 22

Avoid disappointment this Black Friday and Cyber Monday with top tips for shopping online

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday taking place on 29th November and 2nd December respectively, consumers in Northern Ireland will be...

Nov 18

Dogs Trust Ballymena issues winter alert warning of hidden danger of antifreeze poisoning for dogs

As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, Dogs Trust Ballymena is urging pet owners across the country to take extra care in...

Nov 18

Take simple steps to improve your wellbeing this winter

The Department of Health is highlighting the importance of taking steps to care for yourself this winter. Winter can affect people’s...

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