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Oct 3, 2024
Givan welcomes funding package for Bookstart Baby Programme
Kathryn Anderson, BookTrust’s Senior Partnerships Manager for Northern Ireland and Education Minister Paul Givan talking about Bookstart...


Oct 3, 2024
YoungTesco shopper selects Gracehill Primary School in Ballymena to receive a £5,000 donation
Gracehill Primary School in Ballymena is celebrating after being selected by a young Tesco customer to receive a £5,000 donation. On...


Oct 3, 2024
Shhh-wing sets and seesaws as Mid and East Antrim promotes quiet play!
Pictured (L-R) Councillor Bethany Ferris, Fiona Surgenor (DEA Officer) and Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Beth Adger MBE. Mid...


Oct 1, 2024
671,000 young people urged to cash in their government savings pot
More than 670,000 18-22 year olds yet to claim their Child Trust Fund are reminded to cash in their stash as HM Revenue and Customs...


Sep 30, 2024
Ministers launch Child Criminal Exploitation Action Plan
Education Minister Paul Givan, Justice Minister Naomi Long and Health Minister Mike Nesbitt today launched an action plan to address...


Sep 29, 2024
Dobbies reveals new Little Seedlings Club Ambassadors
Ella, Dobbies’ Little Seedlings Club Ambassador at the Antrim store A five-year-old girl who regularly attends Dobbies Garden Centre in...


Sep 28, 2024
Mid and East Antrim’s Biodiversity University a great success!
A foraging group enjoyed exploring the Ecos Nature Park as part of the Biodiversity University programme. Children across the Borough had...


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 18, 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 17, 2024
Short film to help children deal with loss is set to make its Cinemagic debut
A poignant animated short film, created and directed by a mother from Ballymena that delicately addresses themes of loss and healing for...

Sep 17, 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 10, 2024
Department of Education's £20M social need initiative to tackle educational disadvantage
A new £20m Department of Education programme to tackle educational disadvantage in communities was outlined to councillors at a meeting...

Sep 8, 2024
Northern Ireland Education Minister's £250k mobile phone pouch scheme faces criticism
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston (TUV) In a move that has sparked both support and criticism across Northern Ireland, Education Minister...

Sep 5, 2024
Education Minister’s £250k spend on ‘magnetic pouches’ is extremely concerning says Guy
Alliance Education spokesperson, Michelle Guy MLA Alliance Education spokesperson, Michelle Guy MLA, expresses concerns over the...


Sep 4, 2024
Student Safety campaign launched ahead of return to university
Pictured at the launch of the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Student Safety campaign are (from left) Caroline Young, Vice-President...


Sep 3, 2024
Education Minister issues guidance recommending schools should not allow use of mobile phones
Education Minister, Paul Givan chatting to pupils at St Columbanus College, Bangor. Education Minister Paul Givan has today issued new...


Sep 1, 2024
Tap to Travel pupil passes to take effect for new term
As pupils prepare to return to school for a new term, Translink and the Education Authority are reminding pupils, parents and schools...

Aug 28, 2024
Unaccompanied asylum-seeking and care-experienced children take part in football tournament
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt meeting young people taking part in the tournament. Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and...


Aug 27, 2024
Causeway Coast and Glens Destination Team highlight inclusive campaign
Lorcan McGonigle, pictured enjoying the outdoor play facilities at Ballycastle Seafront. Council’s Destination Team has highlighted a...


Aug 27, 2024
Ballygally school boy’s sweet idea becomes new product sold in SPAR stores across UK
Archie Barr helping Chris Todd, owner of SPAR Ballygally, stock up the store with Fizzy Fangs. Nine-year-old Archie Barr has become...
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