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Official naming of Norman McBurney OBE Stand at Ballymena Showgrounds
Friday 23 January 2026An official naming event for the Norman McBurney OBE Stand at Ballymena Showgrounds took place today (23 January 2026), marking a significant civic tribute to one of the Borough’s most prominent business figures.
Activate Your Curiosity Returns to Ballymena, Inspiring the Next Generation of STEAM Talent
Thursday 22 January 2026Over 400 young people from across Northern Ireland stepped inside the world of science, technology, engineering, arts and maths (STEAM) when the flagship Activate Your Curiosity (AYC) event returned to Ballymena, bringing industry, education and inspiration together under one roof.
£1 Million refurbishment underway at the Amphitheatre for a Spa-tacular upgrade
Wednesday 21 January 2026The Amphitheatre in Carrickfergus is set to benefit from a significant £1 million investment with the refurbishment of its Spa area, reinforcing the venue’s long-term commitment to providing high‑quality leisure and wellbeing facilities for the local community.
Four new Loneliness Champions recognised in Mid and East Antrim
Wednesday 21 January 2026Mid and East Antrim Loneliness Network has recognised four new members as Loneliness Champions.
News Archive
Local students set to discover new opportunities during Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week 2026
Tuesday 20 January 2026
MV Princess Victoria disaster to be remembered in cross-channel commemorations
Monday 19 January 2026
Mid and East Antrim Young Filmmakers Take Centre Stage at Special Short Film Screening
Friday 16 January 2026
Council seeks feedback on its Improvement Plan
Tuesday 13 January 2026
Council offers tasty opportunity to exhibit at Balmoral Show 2026
Monday 5 January 2026
Nominate your favourite sporting stars for the Mid and East Antrim Sports Awards 2026
Friday 19 December 2025
FutureMakers Academy: Fully funded skills course offers route to employment
Friday 19 December 2025
Christmas message from Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford
Friday 19 December 2025
Holiday Season Update for Bin Collections and Council Services
Friday 12 December 2025
Ballymena students connect with local entrepreneurs in Mid and East Antrim’s final Future Founders
Wednesday 10 December 2025
Spreading Christmas Cheer: Donations Boost Pre-Loved Toys Scheme
Friday 28 November 2025
President Arthur Homestead Interpretative Centre reopens after major refurbishment
Friday 28 November 2025