News - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council

Change Fund Celebration Event Showcases Community Impact and Premieres Powerful New Short Film

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council welcomed partners, young people and community representatives to a highly successful Change Fund Celebration Event held on Thursday 26 March at the Movie House, Glengormley.

Date: 01/04/2026 View More

Easter Holiday Arrangements

Changes to Council Services over the Easter Holidays.

Date: 31/03/2026 View More

Grow Your Garden and Ideas at the Spring Plant Fair This April

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is inviting all avid gardeners to enjoy a blooming great day out at the Spring Plant Fair on Saturday 11 April 2026, from 10am – 5pm at Antrim Castle Gardens.

Date: 30/03/2026 View More

King’s Award Highlights Life-Changing Work of Sensory Kids

Sensory Kids has been honoured with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest recognition for volunteer-led organisations in the UK, in recognition of its support for individuals with disabilities and their families across the Borough. The award was presented by the Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim, David McCorkell KStJ, at a special ceremony hosted by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council on 26 March at The Old Courthouse, Antrim.

Date: 30/03/2026 View More

New Academy Launched to Boost Skills and Career Opportunities for People with Disabilities

A new five-day programme designed to build confidence, develop employability skills and provide hands-on vocational experience for people with disabilities will take place from 27 April to 1 May 2026, running daily from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Delivered by Antrim and Newtownabbey Labour Market Partnership, the ‘Enable Futures Academy’ aims to support participants in developing practical skills and exploring potential pathways into employment.

Date: 25/03/2026 View More

Get ready for the BIG Spring Clean 2026!

Residents across Antrim and Newtownabbey are being invited to roll up their sleeves and join Northern Ireland’s largest volunteer clean-up – The BIG Spring Clean, taking place from 1 March to 30 April.

Date: 13/03/2026 View More