News Archive
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31 January
Grow South Antrim- Funding Opportunity
Grow South Antrim is now open for applications for funding (for Basic Services for the Economy & Rural Population and Rural Heritage Schemes) Full story
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31 January
Titanic Honour and Glory Exhibition to Drop Anchor in Carrickfergus
2012 marks the 100th Anniversary of the sinking of the famous passenger ship the ‘Titanic’. Full story
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31 January
Have YOUR Say- Whitehead Recreation Grounds Public Consultation
Development plans are currently being prepared for the Recreation Grounds at Whitehead. The plans will identify a range of potential projects for improvement of the area. Full story
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19 January
Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile: 25th March 2012
Carrickfergus Borough Council invites you to take part in their Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile. Starting at the Amphitheatre Wellness Centre at 10.15am, the 1, 3 or 6 mile route will take runners through the green space along the Barnfield Sport Complex adjacent to Shaftsbury Park, this event will have something for all the family so sign up today! Full story
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10 January
WORK STARTING ON £2.5 MILLION CARRICKFERGUS TOWN CENTRE PUBLIC REALM SCHEME
Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland has visited Carrickfergus to see the plans for the new £2.5 million public realm scheme. Full story
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10 January
Be a Fit Kid in 2012
Fit Kids Juniors recommences on Tuesday 10th January (4-6 years) and Fit Kids recommences on Saturday 14th January (7-16 years). All classes are priced as £3.50 per session so why not come along Full story
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06 January
Public Consultation on Our Great Outdoors
A love for our natural environment, special landscapes, secret places, fantastic coastlines and the wildlife that inhabits them, is a strong part of the fabric and value of life in Northern Ireland. Full story
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05 January
New Class Timetable at Amphitheatre
Kick start your New Year fitness regime at Amphitheatre with the new class timetable. Full story
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05 January
Passport to Carrickfergus
The 2012 edition of the Passport to Carrickfergus is now available! Full story
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21 December
DCAL Fishing Licenses and Fishing Permits
Identification from Senior Citizens now needed to purchase DCAL fishing permits. Full story
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12 December
Helpful Advice on Weathering the Winter
The Consumer Council for NI has produced a handy leaflet called Weather the Winter with lots of helpful advice and contact numbers. Full story
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12 December
Amphitheatre Special Christmas Offers
Carrickfergus Borough Council is delighted to announce that on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve, swimming and Ludo sessions at Carrickfergus Amphitheatre will be free of charge from 9am-4pm. Full story
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08 December
Amphitheatre Update
Carrickfergus Amphitheatre will re-open on Thursday 8 December 2011 at 6.30am after a short temporary closure to facilitate a deep cleanse of the facility. Full story
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02 December
Give the gift of Fitness this Christmas
If you are stuck for ideas for that someone special this Christmas, call into Amphitheatre where a range of vouchers are now on sale! Full story
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02 December
Tree Planting at Eden
P6 pupils from Eden Primary School attended a Tree Planting event at Eden Allotments & Playing Fields this morning. Full story
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01 December
Want to know how to reduce your rubbish?
Arc21 has an ‘Education Bus’ full of games and fun activities to help you learn about why we need to recycle, and what you and your family can do. Full story
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29 November
Strike Action
Industrial action planned for Wednesday 30 November may have an impact on Carrickfergus Borough Council's services and facilities. We would like to apologise for any incovenience caused and make customers aware that services may be affected and any disruption is likely to vary from site to site. We would advise customers to contact Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre on Wednesday 30 November for further information and before embarking on any journey to a Council facility/venue - telephone 028 9335 8000. Full story
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25 November
Launch of Tree Week in Carrickfergus Borough
Today Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside & Amenities Sub-Committee will launch National Tree Week in Carrickfergus Borough. The launch at Silverstream Primary School will highlight our TREEmendous achievements since the year 2000, in which Carrickfergus Borough Council has planted 100,000 trees and by the end of this tree planting season we will have planted a further 60,000 trees at Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood. Full story
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23 November
Carrickfergus District Policing Partnership
PUBLIC MEETING @ 7.OOPM WEDNESDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2011, THE CIVIC MALL, CARRICKFERGUS MUSEUM & CIVIC CENTRE Full story
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22 November
Have your Dog Microchipped for FREE!
From 2nd April 2012, legislation surrounding dog ownership will change. As before, it will be an offence not to licence your dog. However, from 2nd April 2012, a dog cannot have a valid licence unless the dog is micro-chipped. The Fixed Penalty for failing to licence your dog could be up to £80. Full story
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22 November
Northern Ireland Takes Action to Reduce Waste
Around 250 organisations in Northern Ireland have signed up to the 2011 European Week for Waste Reduction. Full story
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17 November
Artist Exchange Danville, Kentucky
A fabulous opportunity is offered for a resident of the Borough to participate in an Artist Exchange programme with Danville, Kentucky during the months of March, August, September, or October 2012 Full story
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15 November
Carrickfergus Samples a Taste of Africa
Carrickfergus celebrated 2011 International Year for Peoples of African Descent this weekend with a charity exhibition and entertainment organised by Artist Rosetta Jallow. Full story
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10 November
Princess Anne visits Carrickfergus
Princess Anne attended the Northern Ireland Launch of the Jubilee Woods' Project at Oakfield Community Development Centre in Carrickfergus today. Full story
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07 November
Carrickfergus Will Help Light London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route
Carrickfergus has been announced as one of communities on the route of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay. This means that the Olympic Flame will visit during its 70 day/8,000 mile tour of the UK early next summer. Full story
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05 November
Children's Swimming Enrolment, Sat 12th November
Open enrolment for the next 10-week block of children's swimming lessons takes place on Saturday 12th November, from 8am. Full story
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04 November
Spotlight on CO Poisoning
The NI Safety Group is hosting a FREE event on Tuesday 22 November 2011 in Kings Hall, Belfast. Full story
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25 October
Fit Kids get Spook-tacular at Amphitheatre
Children from the age of 4 are invited to come along in fancy dress for FIT KIDS Halloween party, on Friday 28th October from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Full story
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24 October
Carrickfergus Regeneration Partnership
Carrickfergus Borough Council invites applications to sit on the Carrickfergus Regeneration Partnership. The posts do not attract remuneration. Full story
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21 October
'in Bloom winners honoured at prize-giving
Floral creativity has once again been recognised by the Carrickfergus in Bloom initiative organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Local competition winners and runners-up will receive their well earned certificates and prizes at a prize-giving lunch in Carrickfergus Town Hall today (Friday 21st October 2011) with over 100 people attending the event. Full story
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19 October
Energy Saving Week 2011
The Energy Saving Trust has organised Energy Saving Week from 24 to 28 October. Full story
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18 October
Do Not Get Your Fingers Burnt this Halloween!
A new campaign seeking to reduce the number of injuries caused by fireworks has been launched by Public Safety Minister Edwin Poots and Justice Minister David Ford. Full story
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13 October
Keep an Eye Out For Your Copy of Compass Magazine!
If you are a resident of Carrickfergus Borough keep an eye out for your copy of Compass Magazine coming through your door this week. Full story
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07 October
Big Wildlife Garden Competition – enter now!
The Big Wildlife Gardening competition is a commitment contained in the Government’s Natural Environment White Paper, and will be run by The Wildlife Trusts and The Royal Horticultural Society. Full story
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05 October
Forgot your bin day? It's just a click away!
Residents of the Borough can now check their bin collection day and what bin is being collected online, all they need to know is their street name! Full story
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04 October
Impact 2012 Awards Open for Entries
The Impact 2012 Awards celebrate the achievements of young people in helping to improve our economy, our society and our environment. Full story
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03 October
Painting & Poetry Competition Winners Announced
Today Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside and Amenities Sub-Committee announced the winners and runners-up (list enclosed) of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Children’s Painting & Poetry Competitions. Full story
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29 September
Diamond Jubilee Emblem Revealed
Buckingham Palace have released the emblem for the Queen's upcoming Diamond Jubilee in 2012. Full story
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22 September
Make a Difference to your Community!
We are inviting people who work with the community in the Carrickfergus area to come along and hear how they can learn about entitlements and services that the most vulnerable can avail of. Full story
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22 September
Virtual Flower Show Competition: Winners Announced
The winners of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Virtual Flower Show have been announced by the Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside & Amenities Sub-Committee, Alderman May Beattie. Full story
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21 September
Dog Pound closed to public on Saturday 24 September 2011
Due to unforeseen circumstances it has been necessary to close the dog pound to the public on Saturday 24 September 2011. Full story
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16 September
Council Volunteers Help Stem the Tide of Rubbish
Carrickfergus Borough Council staff and their families helped the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) fight marine litter by kick starting the Beachwatch Big Weekend on the Marine Highway Shoreline. Volunteers cleaned the beach of its litter and completed surveys, which will be sent back to the Marine Conservation Society allowing them to tackle marine litter at its source. Full story
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14 September
Carrickfergus in Bloom News
September News from Carrickfergus in Bloom Full story
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13 September
Changes to Dog Licensing Fees
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development through the Dogs (Amendment) Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 has increased Dog Licence Fees. Full story
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08 September
Pool Restrictions at Amphitheatre
In order to facilitate the Swimming Teachers Course which will be taking place in in September in both pools at Amphitheatre Wellness Centre, the following ONE OFF restrictions will be in place: Full story
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07 September
Tallest Sunflower Winners Announced
The winner and runners-up of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Tallest Sunflower Competition have been announced today. Full story
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06 September
Ulster in Bloom Success for Borough
Gardeners throughout Carrickfergus Borough are celebrating following the results announcement for the 2011 Translink Ulster in Bloom Competition. The horticultural talents of our Borough were recognised at a ceremony in Galgorm Manor, Ballymena today with awards for Carrickfergus Town and Whitehead Railway Station. Full story
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06 September
Pool Closed for Essential Maintenence
Please be advised that both pools will be closed on Wednesday 7th & Thursday 8th September for essential maintenance. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused. Normal pool operating times will resume from Friday 9th September. Full story
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02 September
Autumn at Amphitheartre
For all the latest on the new excting programe of actitivies taking place at Amphitheatre in the Autumn. Full story
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30 August
Local beach clean group win O2 grant!
Marine Conservation Society volunteers working in Carrickfergus, Larne and Newtownabbey have been awarded an O2 Think Big grant. Full story
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25 August
Carrickfergus in Bloom Garden Winners Announced
Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside and Amenities Sub-Committee has announced the Carrickfergus in Bloom Competition Winners and Runners-up this morning for the Borough-wide Best Kept Awards. Full story
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24 August
Residents and Visitors Walk in the Footsteps of History
The Jacobean Knot Garden was filled with characters from Carrickfergus' ancient past on Sunday as we celebrated Walled Towns Day 2011. Full story
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23 August
Voting Starts on Virtual Flower Show
Voting has started on the Carrickfergus in Bloom Virtual Flower Show. Full story
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17 August
Ready, Steady ... Charge to Carrickfergus for a Great Day Out!
Getting into medieval mood in time to celebrate Walled Towns Day in Carrickfergus this Sunday afternoon (August 21) are brothers Ethan (9) and Mackenzie (5) Beggs from Carrick. Full story
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12 August
Enter the Tallest Sunflower Competition
1st September is the last day applications will be accepted for the Carrickfergus in Bloom Tallest Sunflower Competition. Full story
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08 August
Mayor Jim McClurg gives his thoughts on the year past and that ahead
Alderman Jim McClurg was recently elected to his second term as Mayor of Carrickfergus. Mayor McClurg sets down some thoughts on the year past and that ahead. Full story
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05 August
New Diamond Jubilee Woodland in Whitehead
Diamonds are forever: Carrickfergus Borough Council and the Woodland Trust to create a living, lasting legacy in Whitehead Full story
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03 August
Playday in Carrickfergus
Residents of Windmill and Minorca Drive in Carrickfergus had a great time at Playday 2011. Playday is the national day for play, traditionally held on the first Wednesday in August. Playday 2011 was on 3rd August with an event in Windmill Play Area, Carrickfergus taking place from 11am to 1pm. Full story
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30 July
Carrickfergus, we have a beach litter problem!
The Marine Conservation Society Volunteers were horrified to find 51 wet wipes at their latest beach clean at the Marine Highway in Carrickfergus. Full story
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26 July
Book of Condolence
A book of condolence for the victims of the bombing and shootings in Norway has been opened at the Museum & Civic Centre. Full story
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25 July
Images of Ireland Exhibition to Launch in Carrickfergus
Carrickfergus Borough Council and Mid Antrim Museums Service are pleased to announce the launch of the exhibition, Images of Ireland: the Politics of Identity, 1867-1916, which will open in The Temporary Gallery, Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre on 8th August 2011 at 1.30pm. Full story
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25 July
Big Butterfly Count
Resident’s of Carrickfergus Borough joined the UK wide count for butterflies in their gardens, local parks and at an event in Eden Allotment Gardens and Bashfordsland Wood. Full story
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21 July
Have a Hearty Life!
The British Heart Foundation Roadshow will be visiting Castle Green, Carrickfergus from Thursday 21 to Saturday 23 July 2011. Full story
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18 July
Whitehead Group Take First Energy Saving Steps
Twenty families in Whitehead took their first steps into the year-long Big Energy Saving Challenge being organised by Transition Town Whitehead. Full story
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18 July
Marine Conservation Society Beach Clean
The Marine Conservation Society are having a beach clean on Saturday 30th July at the Marine Highway, meeting at 1pm at Fisherman's Quay and returning to Fisherman's Quay. Full story
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14 July
Carrickfergus Borough gets set to love parks
The people of Carrickfergus Borough and throughout the UK are showing how much they love their local parks by getting out and celebrating national Love Parks Week, which takes place between Saturday 23rd and Sunday 31st July 2011. Full story
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08 July
Legg Park Closes After Vandalism in Play Park
Mayor of Carrickfergus, Alderman Jim McClurg has condemned the spate of vandalism that has been carried out at Legg Park Play Area on the Belfast Road. This is the seventh occasion this year that has resulted in closure of one of Carrickfergus’s most popular play parks. Full story
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05 July
Amphitheatre News!!
For all the latest news on the summer activities taking place in Amphitheatre Wellness Centre for adults and kids alike please read below... Full story
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04 July
Exciting plans ahead for Whitehead
Following public consultation and months of hard work from local people and stakeholders, the Village Masterplans for Doagh, Toome and Whitehead have now been finalised. The Masterplans were commissioned by Carrickfergus Borough Council in partnership with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Councils and funded by GROW South Antrim under the NI Rural Development Programme. Full story
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04 July
Boiler Replacement Scheme Launched
A new boiler replacement scheme has been launched by the Department for Social Development and is being administered through the NI Housing Executive Grants Office. Full story
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02 July
Launch of Windmill Play Area extension
Residents of the Windmill & Minorca Drive area in Carrickfergus will be enjoying a new Play Area extension, regardless of ages or abilities. So says the Mayor of Carrickfergus, Alderman Jim McClurg who will officially open the new extension on Saturday 2nd July 2011. Full story
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01 July
Carrickfergus in Bloom Community Competitions
Today the Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside & Amenities Sub-Committee, Alderman May Beattie has asked the Borough’s keen gardeners to enter the Carrickfergus in Bloom Community Competitions. To encourage participation we are giving £1200 in prize money to the winners and runners-up, who will also be invited to a prize giving lunch in October." Full story
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01 July
Children's Swimming Enrolment & Summer Swimming
Open enrolment for the next session of children's swimming lessons commencing in September 2011 will take place on Saturday 2nd July 8am. Full story
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01 July
Community Centre Childrens Summer Programme
The Community Centre Summer Events for Children schedule has just been launched with an exciting variety of activities taking place for children aged 5- 10 years. Registration will take place from Monday 4th July at Oakfield Community Development Centre. Full story
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01 July
Popular Registrar Sally McDowell retires
After 27 years loyal service Sally McDowell retires from Council Full story
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29 June
Lagan Boat Company to Drop Anchor in Carrickfergus for Summer Sailings
Back by popular demand, the Lagan Boat Company and Carrickfergus Borough Council will once again be operating boat tours ferrying visitors to and from Carrickfergus from Belfast, every Thursday in July, August and September. Full story
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28 June
Thousands Celebrate Armed Forces Day in Carrickfergus
Thousands turned out to pay tribute to our Armed Forces on Saturday as Carrickfergus hosted the Official Armed Forces Day in Northern Ireland. Full story
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27 June
Time is running out to nominate someone inspirational to carry the Olympic Flame!
With less than one year to go until the Olympic Flame comes through Northern Ireland during its journey along the UK wide Olympic Torch Relay, the public have the opportunity to nominate inspirational members of their community to carry the Flame during its 70 day journey. Full story
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27 June
Oil Stamps Savings Scheme May Extend in the Borough
An evaluation is underway of the Oil Stamps Saving Scheme piloted in Whitehead. The scheme may be extended to all of the Borough. Full story
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23 June
Chelsea Pensioner's visit Carrickfergus
Old soldiers are going on the march again as a party of Chelsea Pensioner's and other 'old soldiers' join forces in commemorating those from Co Antrim and from across Ireland who fought in the bloody Battle of the Somme in 1916. Full story
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23 June
Carrickfergus Borough Council employees are the champs!
Carrickfergus Borough Council workers bring home the bacon in local 5 aside football tournament. Full story
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23 June
AFD Souvenir Programme Featuring a Foreword from Baron Carrickfergus now Available
In addition to the Carrickfergus Armed Forces Day Programmes there will also be special souvenir editions featuring a foreword from our very own Baron Carrickfergus available on the day. Full story
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16 June
New Orienteering Course in Carrickfergus
People in Carrickfergus Borough are being offered a new way to stretch their legs and their minds, with the launch of a new permanent orienteering course at Bashfordsland Wood and Oakfield Glen. Full story
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15 June
Children's Summer Activities 2011
It has come to that time of year again with summer fast approaching and parents dreading that all too familiar sound of children crying that they are bored and have nothing to do. Well fear no more, as Amphitheatre Wellness Centre have a full array of children’s summer activities including the annual Summer Scheme as well as an exciting offer of Children’s Sport Workshops which will take place in the Amphitheatre and throughout the Borough. Full story
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14 June
Download Your Copy of the 2011 Summer Events Guide
To help you make the most of the events planned in Carrickfergus, residents should have already received their copy of the 2011 Summer Events Guide in the post. Full story
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09 June
Win a Canon Digital Camera
Are you a keen photographer? If so then the Virtual Flower Show competition with a £450 prize fund is for you. Full story
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07 June
Food Safety Week 2011
With the major E.coli incident ongoing in Europe, the start of the annual Food Safety Week is a strong reminder of the importance of following good food hygiene. Full story
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06 June
Recognise the Signs of a Stroke - FAST!
The Public Health Agency recently launched the F.A.S.T campaign to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of stroke Full story
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20 May
Launch of Carrickfergus in Bloom 2011
The Mayor of Carrickfergus, Alderman Jim McClurg launched Carrickfergus in Bloom 2011 in the grounds of the Andrew Jackson Cottage. School children from throughout Carrickfergus Borough and Community representatives joined the Mayor. Full story
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16 May
Carrickfergus Borough Council Election Results
Full Election Results 2011 Full story
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15 May
Amphitheatre Pool Restrictions
The latest update on pool restrictions at Amphitheatre Wellness Centre Full story
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11 May
Free Healthcheck for your Dog!
On Thursday 19 and Friday 20 May 2011 the PDSA PetCheck Vehicle will be in the Borough offering dog owners FREE health checks for their pets. For safety, PDSA asks that only dogs be brought to the PetCheck Vehicle, no other types of pets can be seen. Full story
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09 May
Competition: Design a Love Parks Week t-shirt
The Love Parks Team want to produce a Love Parks Week t-shirt. Something that is sassy yet playful and projecting a strong green message - people love parks. Full story
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05 May
Amphitheatre new class timetable and latest news
For details on the Amphitheatre Bank Holiday opening times and the lastest programme in the Amphitheatre please see below. Full story
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03 May
Find Out How You Can Explore Your Family History
A new exhibition by Mid-Antrim Museums Service is opening at Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre from 10 May-30 July. 'Exploring Your Roots' looks at how museums can be a unique resource for those seeking to find out more about their family history. Full story
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03 May
Refurbished Boathouse opens in Whitehead
The newly refurbished boathouse at the County Antrim Yacht Club in Whitehead was officially opened today by Elaine Alexander. Full story
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19 April
Carrickfergus Summer Events Guide 2011
To help you make the most of the events planned in Carrickfergus this summer a copy of the Summer Events Guide 2011 has been posted to every household in the Borough. Full story
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19 April
Gardeners' Question Time in Carrickfergus
Around 150 attended the recording of Gardeners' Question Time in Carrickfergus Town Hall last night. The panel members were Bunny Guinness, Bob Flowerdew & Christine Walkden with Eric Robson chairing the panel. It was announced that the recording from Carrickfergus would be broadcasted on Friday 29th April, the day of the royal wedding. Full story
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18 April
Gardeners’ Question Time in Carrickfergus
Followers of The Archers (the world’s oldest soap opera) will know of the excitement that is surrounding the visit of Gardeners’ Question Time to the fictional town of Ambridge. In Carrickfergus, a similar excitement is brewing with the popular Radio 4 programme being recording at Carrickfergus Town Hall on Monday 18th April 2011, the same day as The Archers broadcast! Full story
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17 April
Swimming Lessons open for enrolment
Open enrolment for the next session of children's swimming lessons will take place on Saturday 16th April from 8am. Amphitheatre prides itself as providing the highest standard of children's swimming lessons following the ASA National Plan. Classes are booked as a 10 week session and are held throughout the week at various times operating through from level 1 to level 9. Each block of sessions are priced at £50 per child and include 10 free swimming sessions for the child to gain extra practice, valid for the duration of the swimming sessions. Full story
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16 April
Beach litter everywhere – it’s a shore thing!
This week volunteers from all over Northern Ireland have worked together to support Tidy Northern Ireland’s BIG SPRING CLEAN! The Marine Conservation Volunteers in Carrickfergus were amongst them. Full story
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13 April
Safe Cycle Challenge 2011 - the Winners!
The final of the 2011 Carrickfergus Safe Cycle Challenge took place on Friday 8th of April at Oakfield Community Centre. Full story
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11 April
Marine Conservation Volunteers Help the Big Spring Clean
Marine Conservation Volunteers have worked with council in the past to clean up the beach adjacent to the Castle. A beach clean is scheduled for this Saturday, 16 April. This is being completed in conjunction with Tidy NI. Full story
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04 April
Celebrate Local Wildlife
The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) and the Northern Ireland Biodiversity Officers Forum today announced details of a new photo competition which seeks to promote the discovery and enjoyment of Northern Ireland’s countryside and native wildlife. Full story
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25 March
London 2012 Olympic Games Tickets - Police Advice
Useful guidelines to follow when purchasing tickets for London 2012 Olympic Games. Full story
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21 March
Andrew Jackson Day goes off with a bang in Carrickfergus!
The 7th President of the United States birthday celebrations were in full swing in Carrickfergus on Tuesday 15 March... Full story
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16 March
New Fuel Poverty Strategy published
The new Fuel Poverty Strategy "Warmer Healthier Homes" was launched on 14 March 2011. Full story
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10 March
Happy Birthday Mr President!
Tuesday 15 March has been declared Andrew Jackson Day in Carrickfergus as the Borough prepares to step back in time to mark the birthday of the 7th President of the United States with a day of American and Ulster-Scots themed activities and entertainment. Full story
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09 March
Amphitheatre Membership Price Increase Notification
Amphitheatre Wellness Centre would like to advise all members that with effect from 1st April 2011, your membership rates for Amphitheatre Wellness Centre will increase accordingly. Full story
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03 March
No Smoking Day is 9 March 2011
Today one in five people in the UK smokes - 63% want to quit. No Smoking Day (Wednesday 9 March 2011) aims to help them as with the right NHS support people are four times more likely to succeed in quitting. Full story
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01 March
March is Prostate Cancer Charity month - are you aware?
March is Prostate Cancer Charity month. Be aware of symptoms and have them checked! Full story
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26 February
Fun Day at Bashfordsland Wood
A Family Fun Day held at Bashfordsland Wood on Saturday 26 February 2011 attracted hundreds of people from throughout Northern Ireland despite the hail, wind and rain. Full story
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22 February
Oakfield pupils planting apple trees at Bashfordsland Wood
Schoolchildren in Carrickfergus, one of Ulster’s most historic plantation towns, will help complete a modern ‘plantation’ next week. Full story
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21 February
Parents for Playgrounds
According to research released by polling company ICM, 82% of parents in Northern Ireland are worried that the tradition of outdoor play is disappearing in this country. Full story
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16 February
Design a Poster Competition
Help celebrate the planting of 100,000 trees in Carrickfergus Borough. This is the last week to enter the Design a Poster Competition. The deadline for entries is 25th February 2011. Full story
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14 February
Nest Box Challenge
Put up a bird box and join others in the Nest Box Challenge. We want to encourage everyone to put up nest boxes in their local area in order to promote and enhance biodiversity and conservation of our breeding birds and wildlife. All you have to do is put a nest box up at your home, school or workplace. Full story
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12 February
CHINESE NEW YEAR
family celebration event in the Civic Centre and Town Hall on Saturday 12th February 2011 at 2pm Full story
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10 February
Beginners Guide to Benefits
Find out useful information about the benefits system from the nidirect website. Full story
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03 February
Open enrolment for Children's Swimming Lessons
Open enrolment for the next session of children's swimming lessons will take place on Saturday 5th February 2011 from 8am. Places available will change on a daily basis. For further information on each level please click the levels below. Full story
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03 February
BIG Energy Saving Challenge - could you be a winner?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be in with a chance of getting your hands on some of the whopping £100,000 which can go towards energy saving measures in your homes or in a community building. Full story
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28 January
Tree Planting at Bashfordsland Wood
Carrickfergus pupils from Oakfield Primary School planted trees in support of the Conservation Volunteers Northern Ireland today. Full story
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24 January
Council hosts film for Holocaust Memorial Day
Carrickfergus Borough Council will host a Holocaust Memorial Day film ‘Life is Beautiful’ on 28th January 2011 at 7pm at Carrickfergus Borough Council Civic Centre (Antrim Street) for all residents. The event will mark the 66th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and will be attended by the Deputy Mayor of Carrickfergus Cllr Eric Ferguson . Full story
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13 January
Energy Efficient Ways to Keep your Home Warm
With the colder weather and rising fuel costs, now is the time to think about the most energy efficient ways to keep your home warm this winter. Full story
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04 January
Swine Flu
General information, useful links and advice on vaccination Full story
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01 January
Exercising Outside is Priceless
Exercising outside is priceless, even at this time of year when many of us just want to stay inside and hibernate. Exercising in one of our many parks can lead to an immediate improvement in mood and self esteem, as well as physical fitness. Full story
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29 December
NI Water Information
Information and advice for residents from NI Water. Full story
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21 December
Time the Turkey to perfection this Christmas
Make sure you have a safe, tasty and festive turkey this year by following this food safety advice Full story
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17 December
Adverse Weather Conditions disrupt Bin Collections
The refuse collection services in the Carrickfergus Borough Council area have been disrupted due to the adverse weather conditions. Full story
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17 December
Adverse weather conditions
Due to adverse weather conditions, it is advisable to contact Amphitheatre Wellness Centre in advance of any travel arrangements to ensure that classes, etc. are still operating. Full story
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10 December
Christmas at Amphitheatre
For the latest information on Christmas Opening times, a Christmas gift with a difference and exciting new classes such as Zumba, click on the links below… Full story
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04 December
The People's Choice
Your favourite Things Exhibition Opens in Carrickfergus Full story
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02 December
Tree Planting in Whitehead
The Mayor of Carrickfergus, Alderman Jim McClurg joined members of Brighter Whitehead today to plant 30 trees in celebration of Tree Week. Full story
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01 December
Security Tips for Christmas Shopping
As always December is a big month for going to shopping centres, buying presents and leaving them in your car or home. Sadly the criminal enjoys this time of year - but for other reasons. Full story
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25 November
Belfast Lough Sailability WIN Their People's Millions Grant!
Belfast Lough Sailability’s campaign to win The People’s Millions has been successful and the charity has been awarded a £50,000 grant. Full story
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22 November
Carrickfergus Borough Council endorses Race Equality Month 2010
Race Equality Month will take place during November 2010. It is a province-wide initiative that aims to encourage and support organisations Full story
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19 November
Tree Week Launch
Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside & Amenities Sub-Committee launched National Tree Week in Carrickfergus Borough at Oakfield Primary on Friday 19 November. The launch will also highlight our achievements since the year 2000, in which Carrickfergus Borough Council will have planted 100,000 trees by the end of this tree planting season. Full story
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15 November
Disability Focus Week, 15 - 22 November 2010
Co-op Travelcare branch in Sainsburys has been designated a Specialist travel branch with the shop being fully DDA compliant with clear access, portable hearing loops, visual alarms and with all staff trained. Next week they will be participating in a Disability Focus Week to promote their services but also offer various discounts and deals to clients traveling with the specialist operators they deal with. Full story
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12 November
Boots that can never be filled
Three larger than life size pairs of military boots cast in bronze by the internationally renowned sculptor John Sherlock have been placed in Carrickfergus and Whitehead as striking Armistice memorials. Full story
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27 October
Amphitheatre News!!
For the latest information on children’s swimming lessons, enrolment dates and the latest class timetable (commencing 1st November), Amphitheatre News will keep you up to date. For a quick glance at what is happening, see below or click the links. Full story
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25 October
Local businesses urged to carry out safe maintenance
European Safety Week begins on October 25th and will promote the theme of safe maintenance in workplaces in more than 30 countries. Full story
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22 October
Carrickfergus in Bloom winners honoured at prize-giving
Floral creativity has once again been recognised by the Carrickfergus in Bloom initiative organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Local competition winners and runners-up will receive their well earned certificates and prizes at a prize-giving lunch in Carrickfergus Town Hall today (Friday 22nd October 2010) with over 110 people attending the event. Full story
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19 October
Firework Safety Advice
Useful advice on firework and sparkler safety this Halloween and the law on sale and licensing of Fireworks. Full story
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15 October
Swimming Pool Restrictions at Amphitheatre
With the new season of swimming lessons and schools programmes at Amphitheatre, it can be a confusing time for members of the public who simply wish to swim. The latest restrictions on both the learner and main pools are detailed below. Full story
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08 October
Children’s Competition Winners Announced
Today Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside and Amenities Sub-Committee announced the winners and runners-up (list enclosed) of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Children’s Painting & Poetry Competitions. Full story
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05 October
2010 Virtual Flower Show Competition
The winners of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Virtual Flower Show have been announced by Chairperson of the Parks Committee, Alderman May Beattie. The Virtual Flower Show with a £450 prize fund is the only online competition for gardener and keen photographer to show off their skills. Judging was by popular vote from members of the public. Full story
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24 September
Tallest Sunflower Competition Winners Announced
The winner and runners-up of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Tallest Sunflower Competition have been announced today. Full story
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14 September
Best Kept Allotment Winners Announced
Carrickfergus Borough Council has announced the winners of the Best Kept Allotment sponsored by Sunnybank Garden Centre. Full story
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10 September
Beach Litter – It’s Rubbish!
Carrickfergus Borough Council staff volunteered to help the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) fight marine litter by taking part in a team building event on the Marine Highway Shoreline. Staff cleaned the beach of its litter and completed surveys, which will be sent back to the Marine Conservation Society allowing them to tackle marine litter at its source. Full story
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03 September
Autumn at Amphitheatre
With the kids starting back to school, so too begins a new term at Amphitheatre Wellness Centre. For a quick glance at what is happening, see below. For more in-depth information click on www.carrickfergus.org/leisure-and-culture/amphitheatre/ Full story
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03 September
Carrickfergus in Bloom Winners Announced
Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside and Amenities Sub-Committee has announced the Carrickfergus in Bloom Competition Winners and Runners-up this morning for the Borough-wide Best Kept Awards. Full story
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02 September
Results of Translink Ulster in Bloom 2010 Competition
Gardeners responsible for Northern Ireland’s best plant and floral displays celebrated today (Thursday 2nd September 2010) at the results ceremony for the 2010 Translink Ulster in Bloom Competition. Full story
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27 August
Amphitheatre Autumn Timetable Announced
The new jam packed timetable commencing on 6th September at Amphitheatre Wellness Centre is now available. Full story
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23 August
Virtual Flower Show Voting Starts
Voting has started on the Carrickfergus in Bloom Virtual Flower Show. Full story
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17 August
Tallest Sunflower Competition
1st September is the last day applications will be accepted for the Carrickfergus in Bloom Tallest Sunflower Competition. Full story
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13 August
Gas Appliances - Health & Safety Executive Advice
Following last week's tragedy in Castlerock, the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) has issued a public safety announcement. Full story
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09 August
National Allotment Week
To celebrate National Allotment Week (9th to 15th August 2010) a Scarecrow competition was held at Eden Allotment Gardens on Saturday 7th August. The competition was won by Holy & Becky Disley. Full story
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09 August
Children's Swimming Lessons - Open Enrolment
Open enrolment for the next session of children's swimming lessons will take place on Saturday 21st August from 8am. For places available on each level please click to view the news item. Full story
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09 August
Competition Winner
Maureen Kay from Whitehead was presented with her 8GB Apple iPod Nano by Alderman May Beattie. Full story
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23 July
Love Parks Week in Carrickfergus Borough
Love Parks Week 2010 will take place between Saturday 24th July and Sunday 1st August. We are asking as many people as possible to get into parks to join our campaign for continued investment and support for these valuable assets. Love Parks Week is an annual UK campaign, organised by parks charity GreenSpace. The campaign has been established as a major event that is celebrated in parks across the country. Full story
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21 July
Carrickfergus Borough is top allotment provider
Carrickfergus Borough Council is the top allotment provider in Northern Ireland according to the Minister of the Environment, Edwin Potts. Full story
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21 July
Postcards from the Park
As the weather warms up it’s the perfect time to get out and about in your local public park. Why not grab your camera and take a winning photo whilst you’re there? Full story
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21 July
A message from our new Mayor
New Mayor of Carrickfergus, Alderman Jim McClurg outlines his hopes for the Borough in the year ahead. Full story
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19 July
Big Butterfly Count
Britain’s best known naturalist Sir David Attenborough is urging residents of Carrickfergus Borough to get involved in Save our Butterflies Week and help build a picture of how butterflies are faring across Britain and Ireland. The charity Butterfly Conservation has teamed up with Marks & Spencer to launch the Big Butterfly Count - a new nationwide survey taking place between 24 July and 1 August. Full story
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08 July
Top Class Teams to Hit Carrickfergus for the Eighth International Ladies Football Festival
The 2010 Carrickfergus International Ladies Football Festival was launched with home grown talent and ex Northern Ireland International Michael Hughes announcing the draw. Full story
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07 July
Attwood launches Carrickfergus Town Centre Masterplan
Social Development Minister Alex Attwood today unveiled a new town centre masterplan for Carrickfergus. The masterplan provides a guide on the future regeneration and development potential of the town centre. The main aims of the plan include revitalising the town centre as a location for shops, offices, restaurants and community facilities; improving the quality of the built environment and building greater links between the historic town centre, the castle and the waterfront areas. Full story
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29 June
New Amphitheatre Summer Timetable
Summer is full swing and to keep the motivation levels high, Amphitheatre Wellness Centre are introducing a NEW excercise timetable starting on Monday 5th July. Full story
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24 June
Oakfield Summer Scheme
Calling all 3-6 year olds who want a fun and exciting summer! Full story
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23 June
Carrickfergus Summer Scheme
It has come to that time of year again with summer fast approaching and Carrickfergus Summer Scheme is now available for enrolment. The Summer Scheme which will be based at Ulidia Integrated College aims to provide four weeks of fun-filled activities for children aged 7-14 years encompassing arts and crafts, sports and structured play within a stimulating and safe environment. Full story
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23 June
Amphitheatre Courses
Are you looking for a change of career? Then look no further than Amphitheatre Wellness Centre where a range of exercise teacher courses and lifeguard training courses are being offered. Full story
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21 June
Here’s the Crack, to keep your head intact………
You probably believe that it is a good idea to buy a cycle helmet but can you be sure that it will give you some extra protection? A recent study conducted in Northern Ireland revealed that 77% of cycle helmets examined did not comply with requirements for safety. Full story
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11 June
Swan kill condemned
Carrickfergus Borough Council has condemned the killing of a swan at the Amphitheatre Wildlife Ponds in Carrickfergus. Full story
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07 June
Beat the Bug in Food Safety Week
66% of consumers have not heard of Northern Ireland’s most common form of food poisoning as a new survey highlights the importance of good food hygiene in the kitchen Full story
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02 June
Launch of Great War Book at Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre
The warm and balmy evening of Wednesday 2 June saw a capacity audience of invited guests join in the official launch of new book by author, historian and local resident, Philip Orr. The launch of Orr's new book `Carrickfergus, Whitehead and the Great War' held at Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre attracted over one hundred people. Full story
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28 May
Amphitheatre Student Summer Membership now available!
Now is the perfect time to shape up for summer, and with the introduction of the Amphitheatre Student Summer Membership*, you can also save ££££s. Full story
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28 May
Ludo crèche open for business!
Due to popular demand Amphitheatre is delighted to advise that Ludo Crèche is to remain open for an extended period to 30th June 2010 when it will be subject to review. Full story
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27 May
Best Kept Allotment Judging Date
The Eden Allotment Gardens Best Allotment Competition, sponsored by Sunnybank Garden Centre is to take place at the beginning of July this year. Stephen Daye, Parks & Countryside Development Officer with Carrickfergus Borough Council said “It’s part of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Competition. Each year the village enters Translink Ulster in Bloom (which is part of Britain in Bloom) along with the other Borough towns of Carrickfergus, Whitehead and Greenisland.” Full story
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27 May
Virtual Flower Show Competition
“Are you a keen photographer? If so then the Virtual Flower Show competition with a £450 prize fund is for you. Enter the Virtual Flower Show before 21st August and you will be automatically entered into a free prize draw to win a Olympus Digital Camera. Full story
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19 May
Foster Carers at Eden Allotments
Foster Care Fortnight got off to a sizzling start at Eden Allotment Gardens in Carrickfergus this week. A barbecue was hosted at Eden Allotments, where 10 foster families from the Borough grow their own vegetables. Guests were treated to a cookery demonstration using the produce harvested at the site. Full story
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14 May
Launch of Carrickfergus in Bloom 2010
The Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside and Amenities Sub-Committee, Alderman May Beattie, launched the Carrickfergus in Bloom 2010 campaign in the grounds of the historic Andrew Jackson Cottage. School children from throughout Carrickfergus Borough and Community representatives also joined in to the sounds of the APEX Jazz Band. Full story
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14 May
Mayor of Carrickfergus joins ‘One Pot Pledge’
The Mayor of Carrickfergus, Alderman Patricia McKinney unveiled her mini allotment in a pot and has taken up the ‘One Pot Pledge’. The Mayor will be growing vegetables, herbs and even strawberries at the Carrickfergus Civic Centre courtyard this summer. Full story
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07 May
Amphitheatre New Class Timetable
Amphitheatre have launched an exhilarating new jam packed class timetable! Full story
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07 May
Get ready for summer at BOOT CAMP
With the summer holidays drawing closer, Amphitheatre Wellness Centre is introducing a new BOOT CAMP to help everyone meet their aims of achieving that holiday body, commencing on Thursday 3rd June. Full story
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08 April
Gas Safe Register Replaces CORGI
From the 1st April 2010 anyone carrying out work on gas appliances must be on the Gas Safe Register Full story
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25 March
Winner of Creative Writing Competition
Local student Ronnie McQuillan wins 'Siege of Carrickfergus' creative writing competition. Full story
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23 March
Make the One Pot Pledge
Carrickfergus Borough Council is backing a nationwide campaign launched today by Garden Organic that will target a growing band of people that want to have a go at growing their own food for the first time. The campaign, the One Pot Pledge, aims to help gardening newcomers to grow an edible crop by using simple steps and clear advice to encourage and enthuse them. Full story
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01 March
Workplaces take action for No Smoking Day 2010
Hundreds of smokers in Northern Ireland are taking the opportunity of No Smoking Day – Wednesday 10 March – to quit smoking. Carrickfergus Borough Council and Gillian McAtackney, Workplace Smoking Cessation Specialist, are preparing to help smokers in the borough as they join millions of UK smokers to stop on No Smoking Day. This year’s theme, Break free, we can help, acknowledges that No Smoking Day is the time for smokers to break free from their smoking habit and escape their chains of addiction. The theme is a message of support and empowerment that has come from smokers themselves. Full story
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01 March
Adult Swimming Lessons now enroling
Amphitheatre Wellness Centre is pleased to announce that Adult Swimming Lessons are now available with enrolment commencing from 7th March. Full story
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15 February
Win an Ipod Nano
For the opportunity to win an 8GB Apple iPod Nano simply subscribe to the Council Email Newsletter at www.carrickfergus.org/newsletter. Full story
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12 February
Council Sets Rate for 2010 / 11
Council Sets Rate for 2010 / 11 - Domestic Rates to Rise by 2.77% Full story
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11 February
Ludo Crèche now open
Calling all busy parents! Amphitheatre have introduced a crèche facility which operates daily Monday to Friday from 9am - 1pm in Ludo soft play. Full story
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11 February
Amphitheatre Wins William Keown Trust Award
Carrickfergus Borough Council has again triumphed in The William Keown Trust Awards. Having won the award for the Civic Centre building, the Council has again scooped the accolade for Amphitheatre. Full story
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03 February
Wildcats Activ8 Clubs
The Wildcats Activ8 Club will be commencing again on February 22nd for 10 weeks Full story
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03 February
Cemetery charges frozen
Cemetery charges in the Borough are to remain unchanged for the coming financial year. Full story
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02 February
Children's Swimming Lessons at Amphitheatre
Open enrolment for the next session of children's swimming lessons will take place on Saturday 6th February from 8am. For places available on each level please click to view the news item. Full story
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28 January
Local Partnership Celebrates Green-Fingered Success
Representatives from Carrickfergus Borough Council, Conservation Volunteers and the local mental health charity, MindWise gathered at the charity’s housing service in the town recently to celebrate their joint success in recently winning a national environmental award. Full story
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30 December
Possible Non Collection of Wheeled Bins Due to Adverse Weather Conditions
Council's Cleansing Section is experiencing problems accessing some areas within the Borough Full story
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21 December
Make your Turkey Safe this Christmas
Advice on storage, preparation and cooking your turkey this Christmas Full story
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25 November
People’s Millions: Vote Today 0871 626 8102
We need your vote to secure a win for our community project 'Growing Communities in Carrickfergus' at Eden Allotment Gardens in the People's Millions. Please vote for us today on 0871 626 8102. Full story
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24 November
Are you looking for a Christmas gift with a difference?
Then why not treat someone to an 8 week course of Adult Swimming Lessons? Amphitheatre Wellness Centre is pleased to announce that the Adult Swimming Lessons will be enrolling from Monday 14th Decemberfor new classes commencing in January 2010 - in perfect time for that unusual Christmas gift. Due to popular demand the classes will now be divided into two levels: Full story
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20 November
Christmas Magic Sparkles in Carrickfergus
The Mayor accompanied by Richard Heaton, the Manager of the new Sainsbury's store in Carrickfergus, to launch the Christmas lights switch on in Carrickfergus on Friday 20 November which is taking place in assoication with Sainsbury's in advance of the new store opening on Wednesday 25 November. Full story
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20 November
Launch of Tree Week
Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside & Amenities Sub-Committee has launched National Tree Week in Carrickfergus Borough and announced Council plans during the tree planting season. Full story
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09 November
People’s Millions Vote
Eden Allotment Gardens is a finalist for this year's The People's Millions. Voting for the project will commence on 25 November. Full story
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23 October
'In Bloom' Winners Honoured
Floral creativity has once again been recognised by the Carrickfergus in Bloom initiative organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Full story
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07 October
Healthy Workplaces: Good for You, Good for Business
Healthy Workplaces is a two-year campaign which aims to promote a management approach to risk assessment. The campaign seeks to convey clearly that risk assessment is a step-by-step examination of all aspects of work undertaken. Full story
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05 October
Best Kept Allotment Winners Announced
Carrickfergus Borough Council has announced the winners of the Best Kept Allotment sponsored by Sunnybank Garden Centre, they are Full story
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05 October
Gardening is good for you
A report has found that 70 per cent of the population believes that spending time in gardens is more important for their quality of life than in front of the television or shopping. Full story
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05 October
Virtual Flower Show Winners Announced
The winners of the Virtual Flower Show have been announced by Chairperson of the Parks Committee, Alderman May Beattie. Full story
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05 October
Children’s Painting & Poetry Competition Winners Announced
Today Alderman May Beattie announced the winners and runners-up of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Children’s Painting & Poetry Competitions. Full story
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05 October
Is yours a Whopper? Enter the Giant Pumpkin Contest
Can you grow the heaviest pumpkin? That’s the question being posed to all children aged 15 and under who live in the Borough of Carrickfergus. Full story
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30 September
Adult swimming lessons now enrolling
Amphitheatre Wellness Centre is pleased to announce that Adult Swimming Lessons are now available and enrolment is ongoing. Full story
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24 September
Local Green Heroes Receive Award
An allotment project at Eden Allotment Gardens has won the title of “BTCV Project of the Year” in the Green Heroes Awards. Full story
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23 September
Latest Public Consultation and Notices
Consultation on Right of Way Downshire Drive to Larne Road, Carrickfergus. And Notice on By-Laws Full story
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17 September
GROW first for funding
GROW South Antrim celebrated becoming the first group to award funding for farm diversification and business creation and development under the Rural Development Programme (RDP) 2007-2013 with a visit from Minister Michelle Gildernew MP MLA. Full story
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16 September
Ulster in Bloom 2009 Winners Announced
The results of months of planting and pruning were recognised as the winners of the 31st Translink Ulster in Bloom competition were announced at the historic Magheramorne House near Larne. Full story
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16 September
Garden Competition Winners Announced
Alderman May Beattie, Chairperson of the Parks, Countryside and Amenities Sub-Committee has announced the Carrickfergus in Bloom Competition Winners and Runners-up. Full story
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16 September
Tallest Sunflower Competition Winners Announced
The winner and runners-up of the Carrickfergus in Bloom Tallest Sunflower Competition have been announced today. Full story
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11 September
Fish and Chip shops take Small Steps to Healthier Choices
Eight Carrickfergus fish and chip shops are involved in an initiative to provide customers with a range of healthy options alongside the traditional fast food. The aim was that the takeaways made small changes to their menus and foods that would positively affect the health of consumers. Full story
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02 September
Carrickfergus Castle gigs a success
The Live at the Castle open air rock concerts in Carrickfergus were a success. Full story
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24 August
Camera Club Photographic Exhibition
A new exhibition by the Carrick Camera Club will open on Tuesday 25th August. Full story
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17 August
Amphitheatre Wellness Centre
Amphitheatre Wellness Centre opened its doors on Monday 17 August 2009. Full story
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12 August
Fair Play to the Girls
7th Annual Carrickfergus International Ladies Football Festival a great success. Full story
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06 August
New Fitness Amphitheatre puts Carrickfergus Centrestage
Amphitheatre opens to the public on Monday 17th August... Full story
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29 July
Press Release - Top Lecturer to Talk on Schomberg
Leading academic Ruairi O'Baoill, Queens University, Belfast will deliver a lecture in Carrickfergus on the impact of the Siege of Carrickfergus in 1689 along with many other historical happenings in the Borough. Full story
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07 July
Ladies Football Festival matches announced!
Former Liverpool and Republic of Ireland striker, John Aldridge, was amongst kindred spirits at the launch of the Carrickfergus International Ladies Football Festival, to announce the draw for the matches which start on Tuesday 28th July at Carrick Rangers FC, Taylors Avenue Full story
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03 July
Laptop Prize for Best in Class
A state of the art laptop is up for grabs in the creative writing competition which was launched today as part of the 'Siege of Carrickfergus' heritage project. Full story
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26 June
Boundary Commissioner Report Issued
Review of Northern Ireland Local Government Boundaries Full story
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18 June
Postcards from the Park Competition
The third Postcards from the Park competition -- organised by GreenSpace, the Heritage Lottery Fund and BIG Lottery Fund -- launches on Saturday (20 June). Full story
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03 June
Model Pupils Celebrate School Grounds
Pupils from Model Primary School are celebrating National School Grounds Week (8th - 12th June 2009) claiming that their school vegetable garden is one of the best ways to get them more active. The Model pupils are embracing the Change4Life theme of ‘Eat Well, Move More & Live longer’. Full story
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02 June
Go Green for World Environment Day
Green gardeners have a carbon footprint a third smaller than regular gardeners, which is why Carrickfergus Borough Council is urging more of us to ‘go green’ in the garden for UN World Environment Day (Friday 5 June). Full story
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21 May
Junior girls 5 a side soccer open for registrations
Organisers of the Carrickfergus International Ladies Football Festival are now taking team registrations for the U12 and U14 girls 5 a side competitions and the Senior 5 a side competition which are being held on Saturday 1st August at Carrick Rangers FC, Tayors Avenue, Carrickfergus. Full story
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21 May
Soccer Coaching Clinic, July 2009
Carrickfergus International Ladies Football Festival is delighted to welcome the return of the ever popular Coaching Clinic for 2009 for boys and girls! The Coaching Clinic is ideal for all abilities and offers something for everyone, from fun activities, mini world cup, inflatable challenge, techniques and tactical awareness. Full story
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13 May
Allotment Spring Clean Weekend
Allotment Holders at Eden Allotment Gardens participated in the annual spring clean-up last weekend (9th & 10th May 2009). The Allotment Holders were encouraged to chip in by cleaning up their part of the community gardens. Full story
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08 May
60th Anniversary of the Borough
The Borough is celebrating its 60th Anniversary Full story
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08 May
Launch of Carrickfergus in Bloom 2009
Alderman May Beattie launched Carrickfergus in Bloom 2009 in the grounds of the historic Andrew Jackson Cottage. Full story
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07 May
FREE business advice for local companies
Planning ahead is crucial for companies to survive and thrive. However, we recognise that it is easy to get caught up in the day to day firefighting that comes with running a business and with that in mind Intertrade Ireland are here to help. Full story
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20 March
Live at the Castle 2009
CDC Leisure in association with Carrickfergus Borough Council are pleased to announce LIVE AT THE CASTLE at Carrickfergus Castle on Fri 28th and Sat 29th August. This two day event features the headliners JOOLS HOLLAND and STATUS QUO. Other acts included are Dave Edmunds, Ruby Turner, The Saw Doctors and Hayseed Dixie. Full story
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30 October
Call For More Trees
Urgent action called for to elevate Northern Ireland from bottom of European tree league. Full story
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24 October
Top Borough Gardeners Recognised
Carrickfergus in Bloom competition winners and runners-up will receive their well earned certificates and prizes at a prize-giving lunch in Carrickfergus Town Hall Full story
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10 October
Environment Minister Sammy Wilson visits Eden Allotment Gardens
Eden Allotment Gardens welcomes Environment Minister Sammy Wilson. Full story
