Author: Cherry

Free Security Marking – Ballymena

In Ballymena the Farm Watch Scheme has organised a free security marking event. Farm Watch is a scheme developed and delivered by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) in conjunction with the PSNI. Free Security Marking – Ballymena Farm Watch aims to address concerns raised by the rural communities across the Borough providing them with an opportunity and support to help reduce the risk of the most vulnerable becoming a victim of Rural Crime. Farm Watch has been developed to support those living or working across all of the Borough’s rural communities. As a member you will receive up to...

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Education – back to school mature students

University is starting up soon and in Ballymena we know lots of mature students who have signed up for higher education. If you are living in Ballymena it is easy to travel to the University of Ulster Coleraine, or Jordanstown campus or to Queens University. Mature students could be returning to education full time, or day release from their workplace. You may be choosing to go to university for the first time or returning to further your studies. Either way it can be a exciting but stressful time. Here is some advice for anyone about to go back into...

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Cranberrylime Winter Market – 2017

Cranberrylime Winter Market is due to hit Ballymena at the end of this month. We are giving you plenty of warning to get this event in your diary. It is amazing how quickly Christmas will come around again. Cranberrylime Winter Market – 2017 The annual Winter Market is planned for Wednesday 1st November 2017 at Ballymena North, Cushendall Road, Ballymena. Cranberrylime are hosting and they report: We’ve 25 *amazing* sellers lined up to ensure a FAB night! Entrance will be £2 per adult with tea/coffee and nibbles for all ❤️ proceeds from this entrance fee is donated to Hope...

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A Man called Ove – Ballymena book club

The latest book being read by the Ballymena book club, in Waterstones Ballymena is A Man called Ove by Fredrik Backman. This Swedish novel is the latest to be picked by the group and it has been a word of mouth recommendation – which normally means that it is good! A Man called Ove – Ballymena book club This book was written and passed over by many publishers – in fact the story almost never made it to our shelves. However Backman persisted and his tale of a suicidal widower has now become a firm favourite and it keep appearing...

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Health Awareness Programme – Ballymena

A Health Awareness programme for men and women starting soon at Ballymena North Business and Recreation Centre. Being informed about health issues can give you confidence and alert you to any early signs of illness. Sessions will be open and friendly so you can come along with your cup of tea of coffee. Health Awareness Programme – Ballymena Starting on Tuesday 26th September 2017 there are 20 spaces available. Come along to find out more about the following: Gain understanding around Breast, Cervical, Bowel cancer screening Learn what to look for Protect yourself and your family by sharing info with your loved ones. Places are limited so book early! More information can be found at this facebook page. Ballymena North Business and Recreation Centre is located off the Cushendall Road in Ballymena. It has free parking on site and is home to many local businesses – from dance classes, to yoga the centre is kitted out for lots of activities. To find Ballymena North take a look at the map below. The Ballymena North Centre provides affordable childcare facilities, sport and recreational facilities as well as employment opportunities. 4 badminton courts sports hall day care facilities refreshment area and kitchen facilities meeting/training rooms reception and business units facilities for a range of advisory services Find out more...

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