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Council asserts ‘the write to vote’ during Democracy Week

…civic artefacts planned for Carrickfergus Museum, a fun table quiz, a bus tour around historical sites with a political connection and a keynote address on a democratic theme. Further details on the events of Democracy Week can be provided by contacting: members.services@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

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Kindness Postbox exhibition held in local libraries for Positive Ageing month!

…in local libraries in Carrickfergus, Ballymena and Larne until the end of October. The exhibition is FREE and everyone is welcome to share the colourful connections made during normal library opening hours. The Kindness Postbox started in Enniskillen as a project to give residents of local care homes in lockdown…

Former Mayor presents cheque of over £20k to charities

…abuse across Antrim, Ballymena, Carrickfergus, Larne and Newtownabbey. They offer one to one support, practical assistance and group work for women in the community. They also provide specialised services and support for children and young people affected by domestic abuse. Alderman Mulvenna said: “I am absolutely overjoyed and overwhelmed by…

Council support for ‘Paw-some’ new product!

Entrepreneur and business owner, Simon Waring, established Soap Story Ltd in 2015, which specialises in the manufacture of a range of hygiene products, which includes bath bombs, hand cleansing gels, soap wedges, soap sponges and jelly soaps. To support the businesses’ growth, Council’s Business Escalator Plus Programme provided expert mentoring…

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Budding Entrepreneurs in Mid and East Antrim find out how to ‘Go Succeed’ in business

…academy was delivered by Carrickfergus Enterprise as part of the Go Succeed business support service, led by Northern Ireland’s 11 local councils and funded by the UK Government. The event was specially designed to appeal to those in the Mid and East Antrim area who wanted to develop skills and…

Celebration of Innovation in Mid and East Antrim

…included Innovate NI, LEDCOM, Carrickfergus Enterprise, Ballymena Business Centre, the Federation of Small Businesses, Northern Regional College, Ballymena BID, Ballymena Borough Chamber of Commerce, Michelin Development UK and Catalyst. The partnership supports local businesses to help them progress through a structured innovation process that follows the tried and tested NI…

Council launches new ‘Community RePaint’ Project!

…in Larne and Sullatober, Carrickfergus. The paint can then be re-used by residents, local schools and for community-based projects. The scheme stocks full and part-full containers of paint, which promotes reuse over recycling and offers a perfect paint option for those in the area looking to redecorate without breaking the…

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Residents encouraged to donate to spectacle reuse scheme

…Sullatober Household Recycling Centre, Carrickfergus Spectacles left for recycling will then be collected by members of Antrim Coast Lions Club and transported to Medico Lions Clubs de France in Le Havre for sorting and grading before shipping to third world countries. Every year, Medico Lions Club processes over 3 million…

Shhh-wing sets and seesaws as Mid and East Antrim promotes quiet play!

…Larne; and Marine Gardens, Carrickfergus. During these designated times, park users are kindly requested to respect the quiet period and Council will play their part by ensuring that staff refrain from using noisy equipment. This will support a more inclusive space for all visitors. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim…

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Mayor praises 83 residents of Mid and East Antrim on becoming ‘Dementia Friends’

…in Larne, Ballymena and Carrickfergus, with 83 people completing the training and becoming ‘Dementia Friends’. One participant commented, “This was a very informative training session, providing much-needed awareness in the community. The trainer delivered this with great enthusiasm and understanding. I feel confident to be engaged with people with Dementia…

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council launches ‘Dementia Friendly Borough’ campaign

…from 2.30pm – 4pm Carrickfergus Town Hall - Thursday 19 October 2023 from 10.30am – 12noon Online via Zoom - Tuesday 24 October 2023 from 6pm – 7.30pm (Open for residents, businesses or community organisations) A free online ‘Speedy Signposting’ event will also be held for family members and carers…

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Long-awaited toilet upgrade coming to Larne Town Parks

…Ballymena and at Tesco’s, Carrickfergus. Information on Changing Places facilities can be found using their interactive online map. Following extensive public consultation, which concluded in 2019, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has been working hard to deliver a number of environmental improvement projects in Larne Town Parks. In 2022,…

NI Charity works with Council to tackle cigarette litter

…Marine Car Park in Carrickfergus. The project, which is funded by the Department of Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs’ (DAERA), is to helping the Council deliver on its environmental policy and strategy. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Noel Williams comments “We are delighted to have secured new cigarette…

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…the Boroughs of Larne, Carrickfergus and Ballymena. Use and Protection Briefing Notes