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Launch of £4.4M PEACEPLUS Programme in Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough

Launch of £4.4M PEACEPLUS Programme in Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough

The Antrim and Newtownabbey PEACEPLUS Programme, which is managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), is a unique initiative of the European Union designed to support peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland and the border region of Ireland.

Date: 30/01/2025 View More
Duke of Edinburgh Legacy Bursary Scheme continues to Inspire Young People in its Third Year

Duke of Edinburgh Legacy Bursary Scheme continues to Inspire Young People in its Third Year

The celebration event for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s third annual Duke of Edinburgh Legacy Bursary Scheme was held at Theatre at The Mill on Tuesday 28 January. Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim, Mr. David McCorkell KStJ, joined the Mayor to present certificates and £1,000 bursaries to each of the 19 participants who successfully completed the programme.

Date: 29/01/2025 View More
Council Hosts Empowering Evening for Female Walkers and Runners, featuring Olympic Athlete

Council Hosts Empowering Evening for Female Walkers and Runners, featuring Olympic Athlete

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council recently hosted a highly successful Winter Running Workshop at Mossley Mill, attracting over 150 participants from across the Borough and beyond.

Date: 27/01/2025 View More
Council Hosts Holocaust Memorial Event at Theatre at The Mill

Council Hosts Holocaust Memorial Event at Theatre at The Mill

As part of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s commitment to remembering the Holocaust, a special Holocaust Memorial Event was held at Theatre at The Mill, on Tuesday 21 January 2025. The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly opened the event which marked the 80th Anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

Date: 22/01/2025 View More
Safety concerns over disposal of batteries, vapes, and gas canisters

Safety concerns over disposal of batteries, vapes, and gas canisters

Residents urged to avoid putting dangerous items in to their waste and recycling bins.

Date: 22/01/2025 View More
Newly Appointed High Sheriff of County Antrim Honoured by Council

Newly Appointed High Sheriff of County Antrim Honoured by Council

The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly, recently held a reception at Mossley Mill to honour Mrs Jenny Lendrum and congratulate her on her appointment as the High Sheriff of County Antrim for 2025. The reception included the formal handover ceremony of the Badge of Office of the High Sheriff of County Antrim, from Mrs Patricia Perry, the High Sheriff for 2024.

Date: 16/01/2025 View More