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Join The Olympic Torch Party at Dervock.
Join the Olympic Torch host party and family fun day at Dervock Riverside Park from 3 pm – 5.00 p.m. on Sunday 3rd June ahead of the arrival of the Olympic torch relay. Traffic is likely to be busier than usual so please allow more time for your journey. Follow the signs to the free car parking.
Twelfth plans for Independents
THE majority arrangements have been made for the Independent Orangemen’s Twelfth demonstration in Rasharkin.
Rathlin fundraiser
SINGER Frances Black brought along a stellar line-up to raise money for her addiction charity.
Cunningham welcomes Appalachian Trail plans
BALLYCASTLE councillor Dónal Cunningham (SDLP) has welcomed plans to include Ballycastle and Moyle to the International Appalachian Trail (IAT) - an extension of the world renowned and globally popular walking route, the Appalachian Trail.
TUV praise for the Queen
SPEAKING at a meeting of Moyle Council, Causeway TUV councillor Sharon McKillop raised the importance of maintaining the Queen’s Jubilee Monument and took the opportunity to praise Queen Elizabeth in this her Diamond Jubilee Year.
Welcome for senior doctor’s timely warning on Causeway
THE leader of the TUV and North Antrim MLA, Jim Allister, has said that the recent warning by senior doctor, Dr. Owen Finnegan, that the removal of acute services from the Causeway Hospital would pose ‘significant health risk’ to the local population, is a timely wake up call to Health Minister Edwin Poots.
Ballymoney fire ‘not arson’
Following a more detailed examination of the scene, police in Ballymoney now believe that a house fire in the Hamilton Park area of the town in the early hours of Saturday was not started deliberately.
Ballymoney gearing up for Diamond Jubilee
BALLYMONEY Council has been given details of the huge number of events which will be held in the area to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
Double glazing worry
SPEAKING after a Council meeting, Sinn Fein councillor Colum Thompson said: “I am glad that Moyle District Council agreed to my proposal that council write a letter to The Social Development Minister Nelson Mc Causland expressing our shock and concern at his decision to suspend the double glazing replacement scheme in housing executive properties and ask him to reconsider his decision.
No discrimination against Cloughmills - Roads chief
A ROADS Service official has rejected any suggestion that the Cloughmills area is not treated as fairly as other districts when it comes to re-surfacing roads.
The boy frae Lisnamore
WHENEVER the Titanic is mentioned people think of Thomas Andrews, the ship’s chief designer. He came from Comber and is much celebrated there.
‘Gran’ day out
‘GRAN Quilters’ are holding their exhibition of patchwork, crochet and craft on Friday May 25 and Saturday May 26 from 10am to 6pm.
Riverside park events
BALLYMONEY Council has agreed to events being held at Riverside Park in the town.
Swann pleased Minister took his advice
Robin Swann, the North Antrim Ulster Unionist Party Assemblyman, and member of the Stormont Agriculture Committee, has said he is pleased with the news that the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has “urgently addressed the issue of speeding up the process of single farm payments”.
Take a walk in the woods for a model cause
If you go down to the woods on Saturday 2nd June – you’re in for a big walk and a glamorous, family day out!
Stay trampoline safe this summer
GARDEN trampolines are great exercise and fun for all the family, but can lead to serious injuries if not used safely.
Route Battalion annual meeting
AT the Annual Meeting of the Route Battalion of the Boys Brigade held in Mosside Presbyterian Church Hall, the following officer bearers have been appointed for the 2012-13 session.
FINVOY YFC celebrate 70th anniversary
FINVOY YFC have come to the end of what has been a memorable 70th Anniversary year for the Club.
Rathlin sponges ... lots to take in
UNIQUE sponges near Rathlin Island need to be protected, Ulster Unionist councillor Joan Baird said.
Praise for ‘outstanding’ RIR parade
The whole community must continue to remember the families of the Fallen of the Royal Irish Regiment and other security forces units throughout the entire year and not just at commemorations marking Remembrance Sunday, Armistice Day, leading North Antrim Ulster Unionist MLA, Mr Robin Swann, has urged.
Did chip eating, heavy-smoking Olympic hero ‘take the pee’ to win gold?
AS the centenary of an Ulster-born Olympian’s gold medal winning exploits approaches it has emerged he may have taken the pee - quite literally - to secure his legendary status.
Race for peace thanks
BALLYCASTLE SDLP councillor Dónal Cunningham praised the 100 pupils from Cross and Passion College, Ballycastle, who took part in the international relay race – Run4Unity - at Stormont.
Ballymoney laces up to Join Together for cancer charity
FUNDRAISERS will take their marks and get set to raise money for Cancer Research at this Friday (25th) evening’s Join Together, writes Chris Kilpatrick.
REGIMENT HONOURED
THOUSANDS lined the streets of Ballymoney on Saturday to honour the Royal Irish Regiment which was bestowed the Freedom of the Borough.
‘Get transport vouchers’- McAllister
SINN Féin Glens councillor Noreen McAllister has said that community groups and voluntary organisations should apply for the “Rural Transport Voucher” when organiSing trips over the months of July, August and September.
Swann claims victory in farm payments row
Robin Swann, the North Antrim Ulster Unionist Party Assemblyman, and member of the Stormont Agriculture Committee, has said he “warmly welcomes” the decision by the Sinn Fein Farming Minister to refine the process speeding up the process of Single Farm Payment (SFP) claims.
Wilsy’s offers superb food at tasty prices
SINCE opening its doors earlier this year Wilsy’s Takeaway has netted a reputation as the ‘plaice’ to stop off for a scrumptious meal.
McAfee ‘proud’
BALLYMONEY Independent councillor Roma McAfee has paid tribute to the Royal Irish Regiment after it was conferred the Freedom of the Borough.
Stop before your op
Did you know if you are waiting for an operation then it’s very important that you stop smoking as soon as possible. Smoking greatly increases your risk of complications during and after surgery.
£45,000 regeneration boost for Ballymoney
Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland has announced £45,000 funding towards the production of a masterplan for the regeneration of Ballymoney town centre.
‘Slow down’ plea from self-confessed speeder Storey
NORTH Antrim MLA Mervyn Storey has called for speeders in the Ballymoney area to slow down before somebody is killed.
Official worried about safety at road-side horseshoe throwing games
A ROADS Service official has expressed concern about the danger posed by large numbers of people gathering close to the side of roads for horseshoe throwing competitions.
Ballytober LOL’s contribution to Portrush RNLI
MEMBERS of Ballytober LOL 1500 have made a valuable contribution to the work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
Lammas Fair horse trading ban stays
A NARROW majority of Moyle councillors last night (Mon May 14) voted to keep in place a controversial ban on horse trading at the Lammas Fair in Ballycastle.
Paisley running ‘vigorous campaign’ over hospital
The Health Minister Edwin Poots has praised Ian Paisley, the MP for North Antrim in Stormont for running a “vigorous campaign” concerning the Causeway hospital on the North Coast.
Bike fans race to Joey exhibition
A UNIQUE exhibition of memorabilia relating to the career of road race legend Joey Dunlop opened in Ballymoney on Monday.
Get free cash health check, urges Swann
Robin Swann, the North Antrim Ulster Unionist Party Assemblyman and member of the Stormont Culture, Arts and Leisure Committee, has called on constituents to have a free financial health check from the Money Advice Service.
Publication of Irish language survey welcomed
Ballymoney Sinn Féin Councillor Cathal McLaughlin has welcomed the publication of a new survey on attitudes towards the Irish language.
Welcome for trailer marking event
Sinn Féin Councillor Colum Thompson has welcomed the trailer-marking event held in Carey last Saturday.
Swann steps up boiler scheme pressure
Robin Swann, the North Antrim Ulster Unionist Party Assembly member, has challenged the Stormont Executive and especially the Social Development Minister to ensure the Boiler Replacement Scheme stays on course.
Freedom of Ballymoney for Royal Irish Regiment
THE Royal Irish Regiment have been given the Freedom of the Borough of Ballymoney.
Cunningham concerned about rescue provision
BALLYCASTLE SDLP councillor Dónal Cunningham has raised concerns about search and rescue provision and is calling for a search and rescue helicopter to be based permanently in the North.
Queen’s Jubilee Fun Day
BENDOORAGH Apprentice Boys Cultural Society is holding a free Family Fun Day at Megaw Park, Ballymoney, on Saturday June 16 to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
Travel safe to and from North West 200 - police
The police are urging motorcyclists travelling to and from the International North West 200 circuit at any time from Saturday May 12 to Sunday May 20 to use all their road craft to stay safe and stay alive on roads across the Province.
United and Everton back to business
Manchester United will get back to Milk Cup business this summer, attempting to win a fifth Premier title at Ulster’s world famous international youth tournament.
Storey rejects ‘Sinn Fein attack on primary schools’
Education committee chair and DUP education spokesman Mervyn Storey MLA has rejected the Education Minister’s plan to take action against primary schools that help children with transfer testing.
Councillor praises ‘Tidy Town’ efforts
BALLYCASTLE SDLP councillor Dónal Cunningham has commended the efforts of two local men who are organising a “Tidy our Town” day.
Police appeal over missing dog
Police in Moyle are appealing for information after a report of theft at the Kilnadore Park, Cushendall area (Wednesday, 2nd May).
Charlie retires after 33 years in fire service
A fire chief involved in two of the most heartbreaking emergency call-outs in north Antrim has retired after more than 30 years in the service.
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Tuesday 22 May 2012
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