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Residents Encouraged To Donate To Spectacle Reuse Scheme

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has teamed up with Antrim and Carrickfergus Lions Clubs to launch a spectacle recycling scheme to help people in developing countries. Residents can bring their old spectacles – along with the case if available – to any of the Council’s five recycling centres across the Borough and put them in […]

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Mayor Welcomes Multi-Million Pound Investment In SPAR Mallusk

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Alderman Stephen Ross has visited the newly reopened SPAR in Mallusk following a major investment, which has seen the addition of the first-ever Barista Bar coffee drive-thru in Northern Ireland. The multi-million pound investment by local business Henderson Retail has seen the store undergo a complete renovation and extension, creating

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Mayor’s Reception Held For Commonwealth Games Representatives

A special reception has been held in Cloonavin to recognise representatives from Causeway Coast and Glens who played a part at this year’s Commonwealth Games. The event was hosted by the Mayor, Councillor Ivor Wallace, who welcomed those who had participated in various roles including para-triathlon guide, Anne Paul, lawn bowls competitor Ian McClure and lawn

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Grants Of £30K To Create Up To Eight Secure Cycle Storage Facilities Across Belfast

More and more people are choosing to get on their bikes for business and pleasure in Belfast, so the council is seeking expressions of interest to provide publicly accessible secure cycle storage facilities across the city. Belfast City Council successfully opened the city’s first ever secure cycle park last month in partnership with CastleCourt Shopping

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A Knockout Return For The 2023 Belfast Sports Awards

The bell has sounded to get your nominations in for the 2023 Belfast Sports Awards. Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Christina Black laced up her gloves at Ormeau Boxing Club today (Thursday 10 November) and stepped into the ring with two-time Commonwealth Games medallist and local boxing sensation Carly McNaul to officially open the nomination

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A Warm Welcome Awaits In Antrim And Newtownabbey

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has launched a new Warm Welcome programme which aims to bring local residents together in a warm, safe and welcoming environment during the winter months. Organised in partnership with local community and voluntary groups, this programme will host a range of activities for residents in a community setting with hot

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Businesses Invited To Hear About Causeway Coast & Glens Tourism Experience Development Programme

Do you have a tourism business based in Causeway Coast and Glens? Would you like guidance and support to develop a new experience for visitors to enjoy? Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Destination Team is now seeking suitable participants for its latest Tourism Experience Development Programme. The initiative is part of Council’s commitment to the ongoing

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Multi-Agency Approach Highlights ‘Safe Roads For All’ Message Ahead Of Road Safety Week 2022

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and the Policing and Community Partnership (PCSP) are working together with the Police Service of Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service to encourage everyone to take responsibility for road safety. The call comes ahead of Road Safety Week 2022 which kicks off on Monday 14 November

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Lord Mayor’s Charity Set To Benefit From Belfast Christmas Market Return

With over 1 million people expected to visit the Belfast Christmas Market this year, Lord Mayor Councillor Tina Black met with the Market Place Europe team putting the finishing touches in place for its opening on Saturday November 19 at 12noon. The Belfast Christmas Market attracts visitors from across Europe and the UK and has

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Residents Encouraged To Donate Pre-Loved Toys In Run-Up To Christmas

Belfast councillors have agreed to trial a pre-loved toys scheme in the run-up to Christmas to help ease the financial burden on families and cut down on the amount of quality toys that are sent to landfill. At this week’s meeting of Belfast City Council’s People and Community Committee, councillors approved the scheme which will

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