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Painting presented

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:58:26 GMT

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

Three vehicle collision appeal

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:52:00 GMT

Police in Carrickfergus are appealing for witnesses to come forward in relation to a three vehicle collision in the town last week.

Red Triangle honour for YMCA stalwart

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:49:07 GMT

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.

Enhancing the hedgerow at Eden

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:47:06 GMT

A CELEBRATION of the heritage and wildlife of the hedgerow will be held at Eden allotment gardens on Wednesday 22 May (7.00pm).

Town’s Pregnancy Resource Centre plans for new decade

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:45:50 GMT

The Pregnancy Resource Centre in Carrick has hosted it’s official opening and 10th anniversary celebrations.

Artist showcased at Whitehead florists

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:44:12 GMT

A WHITEHEAD florist strengthened its connections with the local art community last week after raffling off a painting by artist Steve Diamond.

Billy steps into the ring for PIPS

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:38:58 GMT

A TRANSLINK employee from Whitehead has raised £2,200 in aid of Pips Suicide Prevention by participating in the White Collar Boxing event at Europa Hotel Belfast.

‘Win-win situation’ on childcare

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:23:11 GMT

A SOCIAL enterprise is currently recruiting in Carrickfergus for childcarers with at least one year’s experience.

Carrick College trip to Tayto Castle

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:23:10 GMT

YEAR 11 pupils at Carrickfergus College have enjoyed a trip to Tayto Castle as part of their Business Studies course.

Conference coup for Carrick

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:44 GMT

Hotels and guest accommodation will enjoy a spin-off next month when Carrick hosts for the first time the Methodist Church of Ireland’s annual conference.

Charity partner search

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:19:29 GMT

a Carrick store will be teaming up with a new local charity partner for 2013/14.

Beaver Scouts enjoy outdoor experience

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:15:15 GMT

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

Fear distorts our view of life

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:12:22 GMT

“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine.” Proverbs 17:22

£2.4m water mains work for Eden village

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:09:34 GMT

NI Water is continuing a £2.4 Million project to improve and upgrade the water supply infrastructure in the Carrickfergus borough area.

Rising in the business world after ‘boot camp’

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:08:42 GMT

a Carrick businessman is encouraging others to follow the ‘boot camp’ experience to success.

Choir takes a bow at Stormont

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:06:24 GMT

Downshire School choir had the honour of performing at the National PTA Gold Awards ceremony at Stormont earlier this month.

Pupils postcards will reveal their pride in Carrick

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:06:14 GMT

Carrick pupils will have the chance to show how proud they are of their local area in a national competition.

Woodlawn PS is ready for Eddie

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:03:47 GMT

WOODLAWN Primary School pupils will enjoy an insight tomorrow (Friday) into one of the summer’s top sport occasions.

Offenders ‘pay back for their crimes’ with church spruce up

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:02:32 GMT

Offenders on community service have put decorating and gardening skills to good use on a Greenisland Church.

Over 42% of births outside marriage

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:16:46 GMT

Just over 42 per cent of births in Carrick last year were outside of marriage.