• Waste Collections
  • Due to recent weather conditions, there have been severe disruptions to collections across the Borough. Crews will be attempting to collect all missed areas on Saturday 11th January.
  • Black/Blue Bins
  • If your blue or black bin has not been collected by late afternoon on Saturday 11th January, please leave your bins kerbside for 7am on Monday 13th January to facilitate collection.
  • Wheelie boxes
  • If your wheelie box has not been collected by late afternoon on Saturday 11th January it will be collected at the next scheduled date. Crews will take overflow bags, one material in each, no glass.
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Doagh’s Heritage Brought to Life in Vibrant New Community Space

A new chapter has begun for Doagh as the Environmental Improvement Scheme to regenerate Doagh Corner and Anderson Park has been completed and the community space officially opened at a ribbon cutting ceremony recently.

Date: 10/12/2024 View More

Swap your Old Electric Blanket at Antrim and Newtownabbey Council Exchange Events

Did you know that over 5,000 fires in UK homes each year are caused by electric blankets? To help tackle this safety concern, residents of Antrim and Newtownabbey are invited to take part in a vital initiative aimed at reducing the risks associated with old or damaged electric blankets.

Date: 03/12/2024 View More

Ballyearl Golf Course Grounds Goes Greener with Tree Planting

Ballyearl Golf Course has received an early Christmas present with the planting of Irish native tree species on its grounds, thanks to a collaborative effort by 20 volunteers from The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) and Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIEN).

Date: 03/12/2024 View More

Enchanted Winter Garden 2024 Sparkles into Life!

Northern Ireland’s most dazzling Christmas extravaganza, the Enchanted Winter Garden, has officially kicked off at Antrim Castle Gardens!

Date: 02/12/2024 View More

Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council calls for local shoppers to Embrace Your Town this Christmas

Shoppers young and old are urged to support local high streets this Christmas through the Embrace Your Town initiative.

Date: 28/11/2024 View More

XL Bully Owners to Take Action Now to Avoid their Pet being Seized

XL Bully owners have only five weeks left to apply for an exemption certificate to avoid their dog being seized and facing court action, which could lead to them losing their pet. The deadline to apply is 31 December and it only takes a matter of minutes to complete.

Date: 27/11/2024 View More