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At tonight’s Annual Meeting, Councillor Henry Cushinan was appointed as the first Sinn Féin Mayor of Antrim and Newtowna...
01/06/2026

At tonight’s Annual Meeting, Councillor Henry Cushinan was appointed as the first Sinn Féin Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, with Councillor Alison Bennington from the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) appointed as Deputy Mayor.

We wish them both every success as they take up their new roles.

For more details, please see https://brnw.ch/21x30D0

One of the final duties of the current Mayor, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Julie Gilmour, be...
01/06/2026

One of the final duties of the current Mayor, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Julie Gilmour, before the new civic year begins was to attend the Tea Cup Tribute Afternoon Tea at Mossley Mill, recognising and thanking the incredible volunteers who make such a difference across our Borough ☕👏

Joined by the CEO of Volunteer Now, Denise Hayward, they were delighted to serve tea and show appreciation for the time, care and dedication volunteers give to our communities every day.

There will be another opportunity to celebrate volunteers in our community at the Spirit of Volunteering Awards! 🏆🦋
Nominations are now open - nominate someone who makes a difference: antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/spirit-of-volunteering

01/06/2026

On the last day of her term, the Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick, shares her sincere thanks and appreciation for all those involved during her time in office. 🤍

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐲, 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐡 𝐊𝐢𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤, 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦...
01/06/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐲, 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐡 𝐊𝐢𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤, 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:

⚓ The Mayor unveiled a memorial plaque and storyboard commemorating the Northern Ireland sailors involved in the Yangtze Incident. Family members attended the ceremony and shared personal stories and treasured memories of their loved ones.

🌉 The Mayor officially opened the new pedestrian bridge in Ballyclare, strengthening active travel links across the town.

🎉 The Mayor celebrated the end of her term at Party in the Parterre, raising funds for her chosen charities: ASD Teens, the British Deaf Association (Northern Ireland) and the Macmillan Cancer Unit, Antrim.

🛝 The Mayor joined pupils from Rathcoole Primary School to officially open the newly refurbished Hazelbank Play Park, creating an exciting new space for local children and families to enjoy.

🎅 The Mayor and Deputy Mayor presented Scott Wilson with a Santa of the Borough Medallion in recognition of his contribution to the community.

🏃 The Mayor and Deputy Mayor also hosted a reception for Ethan Carr, wishing him every success for the season ahead. Ethan is currently the fastest U17 400m runner in the UK and Ireland and hoping to be selected for the U18 European championships later on this year.

A memorable few days celebrating community, achievement and local pride across the borough.

Are you prepared for any type of summer weather? 🌦️From staying well in the heat to taking care of your family, neighbou...
31/05/2026

Are you prepared for any type of summer weather? 🌦️

From staying well in the heat to taking care of your family, neighbours & home, Met Office advice pages provide guidance on things we can do to be prepared this summer. 🌡️

Learn more here: https://brnw.ch/21x2YMu

𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 & 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐲’𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌿🌸Got a garden, green space or outdoor project you’re proud of? Now’...
31/05/2026

𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 & 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐲’𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌿🌸

Got a garden, green space or outdoor project you’re proud of? Now’s your chance to show it off! 🌷

🌻 Categories include:
• Best Front Garden
• Best Rear Garden
• Best Commercial Premises
• Young Gardener of the Year
• Best Allotment Plot
• Gardening for Wildlife Award
• Best Community Garden
• Best Communal Garden
• Volunteer(s) of the Year (Individual or Group)

Whether you’re a passionate gardener, part of a community project or simply love bringing colour and life to your space, this is your moment to shine! 💚

⏰ Closing date for applications: 17 July 2026

Apply now: https://brnw.ch/21x2YB4

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿? 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶...
31/05/2026

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿? 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺! 📣

This forum will create a shared space where community voices can be heard, partnerships can grow, and collaborative action can drive positive change across the sector. 🙌

We are inviting organisations to nominate a representative to attend the launch of the Community Forum. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

📆 Thursday 4 June 2026
📍 The Old Courthouse, Antrim, BT41 4AW
⏰ 6:00pm – 8:30pm

👉 Secure your space now: https://brnw.ch/21x2YvT

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠? 🤸🏻The MORE Active Kids programme offers a wide range...
31/05/2026

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠? 🤸🏻

The MORE Active Kids programme offers a wide range of activities for children of all ages, from dance and sports to play sessions, swimming lessons and skills classes. 🏊⚽

It’s a great way for kids to stay active, make friends and build confidence in a safe and supportive environment.🤩

With sessions available across all five leisure centres, there’s something for every child to enjoy!

Find out more and book online today 👇
https://brnw.ch/21x2YnM

𝐖𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞? 🚲Get on your bike and come down to the Antrim and Newtownabbey Reuse and...
30/05/2026

𝐖𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞? 🚲

Get on your bike and come down to the Antrim and Newtownabbey Reuse and Repair Fayre 2026! Got a bike that needs a little TLC? Bring it along and let our friendly bicycle mechanic take a look! We are working with East Belfast Mission (EBM) to provide simple repairs and check-ups so that your bike is ready for summer.

📅 Wednesday, 3 June 2026
🕛 12pm – 4pm
📍 Lilian Bland Pavilion, Glengormley
👉 https://brnw.ch/21x2XKW

No appointment needed, just drop in to enjoy free basic repairs, learn the essentials of bicycle maintenance and chat with our experts!

This event is part of Northern Ireland Reuse and Repair Week 2026!

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥!🍺 Get ready for a brew-tiful summer weekend at the very fir...
30/05/2026

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥!🍺

Get ready for a brew-tiful summer weekend at the very first Antrim Castle Gardens Beer Festival! 🎉

Join us on Friday 19 & Saturday 20 June for two days packed with:
✅ 40+ cask & keg beers
✅ Cocktails by The Stone Hound Bar
✅ Fine wines from The Vintage Wine Merchants
✅ Live music & delicious food
✅ Stunning garden surroundings 🌿

Hosted in partnership with CAMRA, this brand-new festival is the perfect day out for beer lovers, cocktail fans and anyone looking for great summer vibes! ☀️

📅 Friday 19 & Saturday 20 June 2026
⏰ 12PM – 10PM
📍 Antrim Castle Gardens
🚆 Less than 10 minutes from Antrim Train Station
🔞 Over 18s only – ID essential
🎟️ https://brnw.ch/21x2XEq

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Antrim Civic Centre, 50 Stiles Way
Antrim
BT412UB

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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