News - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council

Mayoral Visit to Elysium Cosmetics in Castle Mall

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Jim Montgomery recently visited Elysium Cosmetics in Castle Mall who recently won a competition for three months free retail space within the shopping centre.

Date: 17/11/2020 View More

Give the Gift of Antrim this Christmas

If you are looking for that special gift this Christmas, that offers plenty of choice then why not try the Antrim Town Gift Card? Launched this week by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council in conjunction with Antrim Town Team, the gift card aims to encourage people to spend more locally and in turn, help businesses recover from the recent pandemic. The card works the same as other shop gift card schemes and can be pre-loaded with any amount from £5 up to £500.

Date: 16/11/2020 View More

Ulster Scotch Leid Week 23-27 November

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council will support Ulster-Scotch Leid Week which runs from Monday 23 - Friday 27 November, with an online programme of events as well as Walking Tours

Date: 16/11/2020 View More

Council lights up to support World Prematurity Day

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council will light up Antrim Civic Centre, Ballyclare Town Hall and Mossley Mill purple in support of World Prematurity Day on Tuesday 17 November.

Date: 16/11/2020 View More

Shop Local this Christmas

With just six weeks to Christmas, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is urging residents to ‘Think Local’ when shopping for their special gifts this year. By shopping close to home, money is kept within the local economy, helping to boost businesses and as a result, retain jobs.

Date: 13/11/2020 View More

Council launches Funding for Businesses beyond Town Centres

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is offering businesses across the Borough that are located outside traditional town centres, the opportunity to apply for up to £1,000 grant funding. The financial assistance is in response to the challenges brought about by COVID-19 and is funded in conjunction with the Department for Communities (DfC) and the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).

Date: 13/11/2020 View More