News - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council

The Council Support Recruitment Drive for Dobbies Antrim

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is supporting a major recruitment drive by Dobbies Garden Centres

Date: 05/07/2023 View More

Plastic Free July: A Small Step for a Greener World!

The convenience offered by single use plastics comes at a heavy cost to our planet. However, by making simple changes to our daily routines, we can make a substantial impact. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is urging residents to take part in Plastic Free July and challenging them to eliminate one or more single use plastic items this month. The best way to reduce plastic pollution is to refuse, rethink and reduce single use plastics.

Date: 01/07/2023 View More

Grow Your Future with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

In partnership with CAFRE Greenmount, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is delighted to open their new Parks Apprenticeship Programme.

Date: 30/06/2023 View More

Six Mile Festival 2023

Get ready to experience the magic of the Six Mile Festival, where a world of entertainment and excitement awaits! From Friday 28 July to Sunday 30 July, join us for a weekend filled with captivating experiences that will leave you filled with the joys of summer including a Concert from Country Sensation, Nathan Carter.

Date: 30/06/2023 View More

Plans for new school get full marks from Planning Committee

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee has given approval for plans to build a new school and enhanced sporting facilities for Abbey Community College at the Threemilewater Playing Fields on the Doagh Road Newtownabbey.

Date: 30/06/2023 View More

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council Announces Chief Executive's Retirement

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has officially announced the forthcoming retirement of its esteemed Chief Executive Mrs Jacqui Dixon MBE who steps down at the end of October after a highly successful tenure, marking the end of an era for the local authority.

Date: 29/06/2023 View More