News
School-run car chaos must end says worried mother
A local parent has called for some sort of traffic calming measures outside Carniny Primary school after a near miss last week which almost resulted in two of her children being knocked down.
Tour medal
Ballymena TA reservist Corporal Jo Tam-Gregg of 204 Field Hospital received her Afghanistan service medal at Hillsborough Castle recently.
Daithi’s high rise challenge
Sinn Féin MLA Daithí McKay got ‘strung up’ at the Assembly last week for a 100ft high charity zipline organised by Action Mental Health.
Schoolbag snatched during break-in
A child’s school bag was among items taken during a suspected burglary of a house in at Dunclug in the early hours of Tuesday.
Phoenix extension receives approval
A retrospective application to retain an extension to the rear of the The Phoenix has been approved by local planners.
Letter to be sent to soldier’s family
A letter of condolence is to be sent from Ballymena Borough Council to the family of Drummer Lee Rigby who was murdered last month on the streets of Woolwich.
Sport
United youngsters enjoy Rangers trip
Ballymena United’s Under-10s, Under-11s and Under-14s – along with a large following of parents and friends – made the trip to Glasgow for their now annual visit to Rangers training ground at Murray Park for a tour and a number of games against the ‘Gers elite.
Park Seniors brave wet weather to maintain good run of form
Ballymena Senior Park continued their recent good form when they claimed a maximum seven points against Nortel last Saturday, after recording victory by 78 shots to 45.25.
Sports day focus on Ballee and St Louis
It’s that time of year where local school pupils show their talents at track and field.
Golf ace Hoey helps launch Ulster Bank backing for NI Open
Northern Ireland Open Challenge ‘ambassador’ Michael Hoey made a surprise visit to Galgorm Castle Golf Course this week, to chalk up some practice ahead of the International Final Qualifier for the Open at Sunningdale and the Irish Open.
Thomas Surge-s to front of field with excellent score at Raceview
The Saturday competition at Ballymena Golf Club was sponsored by James Henry Services and was won by Thomas Surgenor with a total of 42 stableford points.
Local Ju-Jitsu students among successful black belt graduates
Ballymena’s Martial Arts & Fitness Centre, The Dojo, played host recently to more than 60 students grading for their black belts.
Lifestyle
Gardeners’ Question Time comes to Glenarm Castle
BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time records a programme at The Walled Garden at Glenarm Castle, on Monday, June 17 (5.30pm).
What is stress?
Stress is the feeling we get when we have too much mental or emotional pressure. Pressure then turns into stress when you feel overwhelmed and unable to cope.
Local farm prepares for Open Farm weekend
Hillstown Farm and Shop, Glebe Road, Randalstown will be opening its doors to the public on Saturday as part of Open Farm Weekend.
The Meal brings an international flavour
From the financial crisis in Greece, to the uprising in Tahrir Square, some of the world’s most recent socio-political events are the inspiration behind an exciting new piece of dance theatre which will perform at the Braid Arts Centre in Ballymena on June 27 as part of a tour of Northern Ireland.
Power up your pedals for bike week
Transport Minister Danny Kennedy is calling on the Northern Ireland public to power up their pedals for Bike Week which this year runs from June 15 to 23.
Win tickets to see Garth Brooks tribute at Maldron Hotel
The Ballymena and Antrim Times have teamed up with the Maldron Hotel, at the International Airport,to offer two lucky winners a pair of tickets to see Ireland’s Garth Brooks on Saturday, June 22.
Community
After School boost for Harryville
New after school and community facilities have been launched at Harryville Primary.
Fete fun at Hydepark
A summer fete will be held at Hydepark Presbyterian Church on Friday, June 21, from 6.45pm.
Craft display at Gracehill Open Day
Local crafters Deirdre Nelson and May Gilmour Manson will be demonstrating at Gemini Crafts in Gracehill during the village’s Open Day on June 22.
Mencap ‘Beacon’ draws local learning disability groups to first learn and share event
Volunteers and people with a learning disability from Ballymena and District Senior Gateway Club joined other Mencap local groups and clubs from across Belfast and County Antrim to attend the first ‘Learn and Share’ event at the Northern Regional College in Newtownabbey on Saturday, April 20 organised by Northern Ireland’s only Gateway Beacon.
Kintullagh Nursing home Open Day
Kintullagh Nursing home are holding a special Open Day to the public on Friday, June 21.
Glarryford WI meeting
The Glarryford WI May meeting welcomed speaker on local produce Arlene Thompson and her assistant Sadie from Sainsburys.
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Weather for Ballymena
Wednesday 19 June 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 10 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 10 mph
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