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Suspended Sentence and Fine for Dog Owner Following Attack on Young Male

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has successfully prosecuted a Ballyclare man following a serious dog attack. Charges were brought under the Dogs (Northern Ireland) Order 1983 (as amended) against Mr Robert Dowie of Rashee Road, Ballyclare. He was found guilty at Laganside Magistrates’ Court and sentenced on 17 June 2025.

Date: 23/06/2025 View More

Enter The Best Kept Garden Competition!

Is your garden bursting with vibrant blooms? Now it’s your chance to showcase your garden by entering Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Best Kept Garden Competition.

Date: 17/06/2025 View More

Borough Shines a Light on Loneliness for Awareness Week

In support of Loneliness Awareness Week (10–16 June), the Antrim and Newtownabbey Loneliness Network is encouraging everyone to keep talking and stay connected.

Date: 12/06/2025 View More

Council named as Planning Authority of the Year at the Royal Town Planning Institute N.Ireland

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Team has been crowned Planning Authority of the Year at this year’s prestigious Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Northern Ireland Awards, for Planning Excellence 2025.

Date: 11/06/2025 View More

Launch of Business CCTV Grant to Protect Commercial Premises

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is providing grant funding assistance to eligible businesses across the Borough as part of its ongoing CCTV Grant Programme, originally launched in 2022.

Date: 09/06/2025 View More

Garden Show Ireland Blooms Again at Antrim Castle Gardens This Weekend!

The countdown is on! Garden Show Ireland returns this weekend for its 21st year, running from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 June 2025 at the stunning Antrim Castle Gardens.