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Heating systems upgrade welcomed

East Antrim MP Sammy Wilson has welcomed the news that Housing Executive properties in Carrickfergus will have their heating systems upgraded to gas or oil by the end of next year.

Annette Crawford. INCT 21-754-C0N

Annette challenges MLAs

A Carrick woman has told Stormont’s All Party Group on Learning Disability that older people with a learning disability need better support.

Pilot project for business push

A group of managers has successfully completed a pilot project designed to stimulate business development in Carrick.

Be aware of level 
crossings say NIR

The potential dangers associated with level crossings have been highlighted in Whitehead.

Nesbitt and Neeson star in ‘troubles’ film

Two of Northern Ireland’s leading actors feature on screen this evening (Thursday) as Carrick supports Community Relations Week.

Is it the high jump for horses on beaches?

Horses are to be prohibited from going onto Larne borough’s three award-winning beaches at certain times, it has emerged.

Sport rss

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Boss keen to keep Addis at Taylor’s Avenue, but McCloskey is off to USA

Michael Hughes says he’s keen to keep Jonny Addis at Taylor’s Avenue next season.

Cricket

Stirling in Ireland squad to face Pakistan

Carrick’s Paul Stirling has been named in Ireland squad to face Pakistan in Dublin this week.

Skipper Gary Haveron in action against Albert Foundry   INLT 52-405-RM

Awards hat-trick for Haveron

Skipper Gary Haveron walked away with at hat-trick of awards at Carrick Rangers’ annual prize night.

Golf update

Greenisland in the swing in early stages of East Antrim League

Greenisland Golf Club have taken advantage of their home matches to claim a strong lead in the Tom McAllister Section of the Isaac Agnew Mercedes-Benz East Antrim League.

Carrick rider Alastair Seeley is looking forward to the NW200. INLT 20-902-CON

Star Seeley sets sights on more success at NW 200

FOR East Antrim rider Alastair Seeley the North West 200 has been a happy hunting ground in recent years, with the Carrick man having no less than eight wins to his credit.

Carrick rider Alastair Seeley is looking forward to the NW200. INLT 20-902-CON

Carley wins Royal Oak Trophy

Aaron Carley carded 42 points to win the Royal Oak Trophy at Carrickfergus Golf Club on Saturday.

Lifestyle rss

Ballet Theatre UK will bring its stunning production of Alice in Wonderland to Theatre at The Mill on Friday, May 31. INNT 20-513CON

Tumble into Wonderland with Ballet Theatre UK

JOIN Alice on a magical adventure on Friday, May 31 at Theatre at The Mill, Newtownabbey as she tumbles into Wonderland in Ballet Theatre UK’s acclaimed production of ‘Alice in Wonderland’, with eclectic music and joyful dance to captivate all ages.

Chair and Vice-Chair of the Ballyclare May Fair Sub Committee, Councillor Pat McCudden and Michelle McGuigan, launch this years Ballyclare May Fair programme, the colourful cover of which was designed by Mossley Primary School pupil Kaitlin Browne. INNT 20-401RM

Gearing up for a fun-packed fair

BALLYCLARE is set to come alive with the annual May Fair’s action-packed programme for all the family to enjoy!

East Antrim Endeavourers impress at talent contest

THE finals of the Irish Christian Endeavour Union Talent Contest, held in Carnmoney Presbyterian Church, proved a great success.

Join Holmes and Watson in the grounds of Mossley Mill on July 4 for this years outdoor theatre production, Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles. INNT 18-509CON

Liverpool legends kick off theatre season

Theatre at The Mill’s summer season programme kicks off in June with a talk from Liverpool FC legends Ian Saint John and Ian Callaghan, live on stage with author and broadcaster John Keith in ‘The Saint & Cally’.

Community rss

Church group behind cycle aid

A Carrick church group is taking part in a bike project to help a Tanzanian community with day to day functions.

Broadcaster Claire McCollum presents a cheque for �315 to Lynn Boyce, Northern Ireland Hospice. Claire and her Mother Margaret raised the sponsorship money by completing the seven mile Hospice Walk around Carrick. INCT 20-791-CON.

Broadcaster’s charity boost

broadcaster Claire McCollum not only launched this year’s Carrick Hospice Walk but also went on to participate.

YMCA Chairman Robert Hunter displays a copy of the painting depicting the YMCA buildings by local artist Ronnie McClune that was presented to the Lord Leiutenant of County Antrim, Joan Christie when she officially opened the new premises. INCT 20-440-RM

Painting presented

THE Lord Lieutenant for County Antrim Joan Christie OBE has been presented with a pictorial history of Carrickfergus YMCA.

Beaver Scouts enjoy outdoor experience

The Beaver Scouts from 1st Carrickfergus were determined not to let the bad weather dampen their spirits during a recent tree planting session.

Lord Lieutenant of County Antrim Joan Christie presents YMCA Chair Robert Hunter with the Gold Order of the Red Triangle, the first to be presented in 20 years. INCT 20-418-RM

Red Triangle honour for YMCA stalwart

from tea and a sing-song around the piano to the high-tech world of twitter and the internet Carrickfergus YMCA chairman Robert Hunter has witnessed many changes over the course of his long association with the youth organisation.

PMS director agrees to disqualification

THE Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment has accepted a disqualification undertaking from a former First Carrickfergus clergyman in respect of his conduct as a director of The Presbyterian Mutual Society Limited.

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