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Well Done to Ballymena Commonwealth Winners

Posted by | Aug 8, 2014 |

BallymenaToday congratulates two local sports stars who won medals at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2014. Northern Ireland placed 15th overall at the games bringing home  2 Gold medals, 3 Silvers and 7 Bronzes. Ballymena lawn bowler Barbara Cameron won bronze with her teammate Mandy Cunningham beating the Jersey team last week. It was Barbara’s fifth time competing in the games and she was delighted to bring a medal home this year! Boxer Steven Donnelly is the other Ballymena talent who brought home a bronze medal after a closely fought match in the Welterweight semi final. Steven fought brilliantly and in the end lost out on points. A brilliant result from one of our most exciting and promising sportsmen. Congratulation to the whole Northern Ireland Team, especially Barbara and Steven, for providing great results at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in...

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Follow BallymenaToday on Instagram

Posted by | Aug 8, 2014 |

Here at Ballymena Today we love our town and to prove it we are always snapping pictures from our daily lives in Ballymena. Whether we are out shopping, playing tennis in the park, strolling by the river or enjoying a coffee at the Creamery Can we want to share all the great things about Ballymena. Click here to view the Ballymena Today Instagram account and follow us! If you are from Ballymena too, or have enjoyed a recent day out here, then add #Ballymenatoday to your photographs to keep us updated with what are enjoying in our town! We look forward to seeing your...

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Bark in the Park – Dogs Trust

Posted by | Aug 7, 2014 |

The Ballymena Bark in the Park Dogs Trust event is on Saturday 9th August. The Dog friendly event will be held at The Ecos Centre, Kernohan’s Lane, Broughshane Road in Ballymena running from 12 noon to 3.00pm. The Bark in the Park event is perfect for all sociable humans and dogs! Socialising you dog is a really important part of being a dog owner. Socialising your dog is the process through which your pet learns how to behave and relate around other animals and people. Many pet owners do this at puppy school, or through training classes where the dog can learn with others in a safe environment. The Dogs Trust can give you advice and help bringing up your dog to be happy and healthy. Advice will be on hand from dogs trust professionals and there will be lots of treats, and fun for all the family. So come along to Bark in the Park at the Ecos Centre in Ballymena if you are a dog owner or just an animal lover. There will be lots to see and do! Bark in the Park –...

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Wedding Inspiration – 3 Instagram accounts to follow

Posted by | Aug 6, 2014 |

Everyone loves weddings whether they are in Northern Ireland or beyond. We also love social media. When planning your wedding inspiration is available from lots of different places. We especially love these three instagram accounts which will give you some beautiful inspiration fro your wedding day. 1/ Jasmine Star – This professional photographer lets us see behind the scenes at weddings and has tips and hints for any bride and groom. Bonus: Jasmine also shares some great book recommendations fro any bookworms out there! Click here to visit her website. 2/ Wedding Paper Divas –  These ladies love invites and will give you a broad look at other people’s wedding invitations. Bonus:  Keep an eye out for ideas for wedding favours. Click here to see their website. 3/ BASH – This Irish based magazine offers something a little different – stylish but not twee. Bonus: Based in Dublin this instagram will feature local talent which could be used by a Northern Irish bride! Visit their website by clicking here. Share your favourite Instagram accounts with us in the comments. When you are planning your big day the more wedding inspiration you can gather up, the easier your decision making will be.  We hope you enjoy following our favourite wedding instagram accounts. Wedding – Northern...

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RIBA Stirling Prize Shortlist 2014

Posted by | Aug 5, 2014 |

Ballymena Building and Civil Engineering Contractors Wilson and Mawhinney are excited to see the latest buildings on the shortlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize this year. Last year the new visitor centre at the Giants Causeway was shortlisted and this year some equally special buildings have been selected. Here are the first three out of the six which have been nominated; The Everyman Theatre in Liverpool. The new theatre in Liverpool has made use of different materials, has character and is modern and cheerful.   The London Aquatics Centre. First seen at the London Olympics the clever architects, Zaha Hadid Architects, trimmed away the public stadium to produce a functional building clad in sleek waves.   Manchester School of Art. This public building feels more grown up and respectable than your usual student filled university building. An excellent space which houses a vast variety of things from study, to machinery and art.   Wilson and Mawhinney look forward to sharing the next three buildings which have been credited as having excellent design. If you have a project and need input and help from Wilson and Mawhinney, visit their website and get in touch, T: 02825649537. Stirling Prize...

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