TOP 10 | All the latest news from Waterstone’s Ballymena
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NEWS
Feb 25, 2023
Kick off for McDonald’s Fun Football Centres across Northern Ireland
McDonald’s has launched its 2023 programme of Fun Football Centres across Northern Ireland, in partnership with the Irish Football...
Feb 25, 2023
Planners refuse proposal for 14 new homes in conservation area of Antrim town
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee has refused an application for 14 new homes in the conservation area of...
Feb 25, 2023
Ballymena girl rows onto the world stage in Toronto
Qualifying within the top 10 females in the world put a smile on young Ballymena local Charlotte Dixon back in November. Now, it’s time...
Feb 25, 2023
Dangerous jet ski use will result in prosecution this summer season
Dangerous jet ski use along the coast this summer will result in prosecution after the introduction of new legislation ahead of the...
Feb 24, 2023
Disruption expected on train lines with engineering works planned over next two weekends
Due to engineering works on the Derry ~ Londonderry and Larne train lines on Sunday 26th February and Sunday 5th March, bus substitutions...
Feb 24, 2023
“All aboard me hearties” – The Raft Race be forty!
Organisers for the much anticipated raft race event that takes place annually in Portrush, have announced details for this year's weekend...
Feb 24, 2023
‘UTV Life’ at the BAFTAs’ Special programme with crew from ‘An Irish Goodbye’
“From a farm in Templepatrick up to our knees in muck, to the dizzy heights of the Royal Festival Hall for the BAFTAs, we’re going to...
Feb 24, 2023
Police officer dragged on ground as car stolen in Cullybackey apprehended in Belfast
Police have arrested two men in the Antrim Road area of north Belfast in connection to a report of a stolen vehicle. A blue Saab was...
Feb 24, 2023
Housing Executive funding helps Cullybackey tackle isolation
Cullybackey’s older residents are learning new skills and forming friendships at a club designed to reduce the effects of isolation,...
Feb 24, 2023
More than 2,000 Ukrainians supported locally in Northern Ireland
More than 2,000 Ukrainian nationals have been offered support in NI in the year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, latest figures from the
Feb 23, 2023
Popular MEA eatery to offer “unique country chic weddings” after council go-ahead
Billy Andy’s Restaurant and Bar outside Larne has been approved by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council as a wedding venue. The...
Feb 23, 2023
“Cramped development” – Apartment complex proposal refused in Antrim town centre
A planning application for partial demolition of buildings and construction of apartments in Antrim town centre has been refused by...
Feb 23, 2023
Housing Executive calls for legislation to prevent homelessness
Housing Executive Chief Executive, Grainia Long, has called for a strategic shift towards prevention of homelessness across Northern...
Feb 23, 2023
Registrations now open for March’s ‘Mane’ Event - the Belfast Zoo 5k Run
On Sunday 26th March, the Monkstown Spartans are inviting those who are brave enough to take part in a unique 5k experience with some...
Feb 23, 2023
Attempted murder investigation underway as DCI John Caldwell fights for his life
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Major Investigation Team have launched an attempted murder investigation...
Feb 22, 2023
Stephens Catering Equipment clinches Silver at a Innovation Awards
Stephen’s Catering Equipment, Ireland’s largest and longest established catering and food service equipment company, based in Ballymena,...
Feb 22, 2023
Three sweet Frenchies looking for their forever homes
Dogs Trust Ballymena are on the search for loving forever homes for Storm, Alva and Gatsby, three sweet French Bulldogs who are ready for...
Feb 22, 2023
easyJet celebrates flying 70 million passengers from Belfast International
easyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, has today celebrated carrying 70million passengers to and from Belfast International...
Feb 22, 2023
O'Lynn pays tribute to colleagues, staff and constituents as she announces resignation
Alliance North Antrim MLA Patricia O’Lynn has announced she will be stepping down from the role next month. Ms O’Lynn will resign as an...
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