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Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council supports safe toy shopping campaign

Press Releases Fri, December 04, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Environmental Health Department is supporting the Office of Product Safety and Standards Christmas campaign around safe online shopping for children’s toys.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Energy Efficiency Service here to help those affected by fuel poverty

Press Releases Fri, December 04, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council wants to reach out to residents affected by fuel poverty this winter.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council launches pre-loved toy collection

Press Releases Fri, December 04, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is calling on residents to give their pre-loved toys and games a new home this Christmas.

Audit Committee meeting

Press Releases Fri, December 04, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council's Audit Committee will be held in the Council Chamber and via Video Conference, on Wednesday 9th December at 7pm.

Environmental Services Committee meeting

Press Releases Fri, December 04, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Environmental Services Committee will be held remotely on Tuesday 8th October 2020 at 7pm.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council celebrates a significant increase in its household recycling rate.

Press Releases Thu, December 03, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is celebrating a significant increase in its household recycling rate.

Flowerfield Arts Centre & Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre launch Christmas card art competition

Press Releases Wed, December 02, 2020

Flowerfield Arts Centre and Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre have launched a Christmas card art competition for children aged 5 – 11

Causeway Coast and Glens Move More group helps Coffee Morning tally reach £10,000

Press Releases Tue, December 01, 2020

The Macmillan Move More group in the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area raised over £2000 during this year’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning.

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council celebrates Ulster Scots Week

Press Releases Tue, December 01, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has celebrated Ulster Scots Week in Coleraine and Ballymoney.

Grant Funding Programmes open

Press Releases Mon, November 30, 2020

Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council is inviting applications from eligible organisations/groups to its grant funding programmes for the period 2021/22

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council marks success of Garvagh Forest trails

Press Releases Mon, November 30, 2020

​The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has visited Garvagh Forest where new walking and cycling trails are encouraging more people to get active outdoors.

Full Council Meeting

Press Releases Thu, November 26, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Full Council Meeting will be held remotely on Tuesday 1st December 2020 at 7pm.

Temporary extension to Sunday trading hours during December

Press Releases Wed, November 25, 2020

Larger shops and supermarkets within Causeway Coast and Glens will be permitted to open two hours earlier than usual on Sundays during December 2020, in a temporary extension of trading hours.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council launch public consultation about Coleraine Bomb Memorial

Press Releases Wed, November 25, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has commissioned a consultation to gauge public opinion on the installation of a structural memorial to those who lost their lives in the 1973 Coleraine bomb.

Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council facilities update

Press Releases Wed, November 25, 2020

The following Council facilities will close from Friday 27th November for a two week period in line with restrictions agreed by the Northern Ireland Executive

Winter Citizens' Newsletter 2020

Newsletter Tue, November 24, 2020

Winter Citizens' Newsletter 2020

Presentation marks 50th anniversary of the formation of the Ulster Defence Regiment

Press Releases Fri, November 20, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has marked the 50th anniversary of the formation of the Ulster Defence Regiment with a special presentation.

Corporate Policy and Resources Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, November 19, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Corporate Policy and Resources Committee will be held remotely on Tuesday 24th November 2020 at 7pm.

Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council Celebrates Ulster Scots Language Week with free online event

Press Releases Thu, November 19, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is celebrating Ulster Scots Language Week with a concert by acclaimed musician Willie Drennan and storytelling from Janice Witherspoon.

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council warns of coronavirus complacency

Press Releases Thu, November 19, 2020

Coronavirus complacency must not creep in, the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has said.

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council congratulates Limavady firm on major PPE order

Press Releases Wed, November 18, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has congratulated Limavady firm Paragon Health after it secured a multi-million pound PPE order.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council launches innovative LiveSmart story map

Press Releases Wed, November 18, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is helping the public to LiveSmart with the launch of an innovative online story map.

Mayor visits Coleraine veteran to mark his 102nd birthday

Press Releases Tue, November 17, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has visited a Coleraine veteran on his 102nd birthday.

Christmas celebrations go virtual in Causeway Coast & Glens

Press Releases Tue, November 17, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Christmas celebrations are going virtual this year, with an array of online festive fun to look forward to.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council launches annual Christmas window competition

Press Releases Tue, November 17, 2020

The coveted title of 'Best Window Display' is up for grabs as Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s annual Christmas competition gets underway.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council brings prosecution following dog attack

Press Releases Fri, November 13, 2020

A prosecution case brought by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council against a dog owner whose dog attacked and injured a person was heard last week in Ballymena Magistrates Court

Northern Lights Sessions return with an evening of music and words

Press Releases Thu, November 12, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Northern Lights programme is set to deliver a stunning evening of music and words from author Bernie McGill and singer/songwriter Hannah McPhillimy.

Leisure and Development Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, November 12, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Leisure and Development Committee will be held in the Council Chamber and via Video Conference, on Tuesday 17th November 2020 at 7pm.

Planning Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, November 12, 2020

A meeting of the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Planning Committee will be held in the Council Chamber and via Video Conference, on Wednesday 25th November 2020 at 10.30am.

Mayor attends Portstewart War Memorial to mark Armistice Day

Press Releases Wed, November 11, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council takes part in two minute silence at Portstewart War Memorial to mark Armistice Day.

Energy cost cutting ‘Project Girona’ launches with support of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

Press Releases Tue, November 10, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is committed to bringing cost saving, flexible energy solutions to residents and businesses of the Borough.

A Better Future Together - View and comment on the draft Causeway Coast and Glens Community Plan

Press Releases Mon, November 09, 2020

The Causeway Coast and Glens Community Planning Draft Delivery Plan 2020 is now available for all to view and to comment on. ​

Poots announces £1.5m investment to boost rural tourism in County Antrim

Press Releases Mon, November 09, 2020

Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots MLA has today cut the first sod on a project that will form part of a wider £1.5million investment to boost rural tourism in County Antrim.

Atlantic Sessions Virtual Festival free to view this weekend

Press Releases Mon, November 09, 2020

This weekend Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council in association with Snow Water will be bringing the Atlantic Sessions Virtual Festival to your homes

Older residents encouraged to stay active and ‘Move With Mary’

Press Releases Mon, November 09, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Age Friendly programme, in partnership with the Public Health Agency, is encouraging older people to get active with a new online exercise programme.

Mayor attends annual Act of Remembrance at Portstewart War Memorial on Remembrance Sunday

Press Releases Mon, November 09, 2020

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council attended the annual Act of Remembrance at Portstewart War Memorial on Remembrance Sunday

A special day for the Borough as silver Poppies of Remembrance are presented to World War II veterans

Press Releases Fri, November 06, 2020

A series of bespoke silver Poppies of Remembrance have been presented to World War II veterans by the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.

Environmental Services Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, November 05, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Environmental Services Committee will be held in the Council Chamber and via Video Conference, on Tuesday 10 November 2020 at 7pm

Do things differently this Halloween and put safety first for all

Press Releases Fri, October 30, 2020

An appeal from the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

Full Council Meeting

Press Releases Thu, October 29, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Full Council will be held remotely on Tuesday 3rd November 2020 at 7pm

Antrim Coast & Glens AONB voted one of the best in the UK

Press Releases Thu, October 29, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has welcomed news that Antrim Coast & Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has been voted one of the best in the UK.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council supports World Stroke Day 2020

Press Releases Thu, October 29, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is taking part in a campaign to mark World Stroke Day 2020 today (Thursday 29th October 2020).

Fitness for all as Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council launches new online exercise classes

Press Releases Tue, October 27, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is encouraging people to stay fit and healthy with a new range of online exercise classes.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council joins campaign to tackle dangers posed by Zombie Batteries

Press Releases Mon, October 26, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is supporting the national Take Charge campaign, aimed at tackling the growing number of fires caused by carelessly discarded dead batteries.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council prosecutes irresponsible dog owners

Press Releases Mon, October 26, 2020

Two prosecution cases brought by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council against irresponsible dog owners were heard in Ballymena Magistrates Court on Wednesday 21st October 2020.

Mayor and Veterans' Champion voice support for the annual Poppy Appeal

Press Releases Mon, October 26, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is asking the public to reflect on the sacrifice made by service men and women as he supports the launch of the annual Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Corporate Policy and Resources Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, October 22, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Corporate Policy and Resources Committee, will be held remotely on Tuesday 27 October 2020 at 7pm.

Presentation of Coat of Arms marks civic milestone for Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

Press Releases Wed, October 21, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has received its Letters Patent from the Royal College of Arms in London, officially granting the Borough's Coat of Arms.

A message for business owners

Press Releases Tue, October 20, 2020

Business owners will soon receive a letter from Council's Environmental Health team which highlights key requirements that now apply to the operation of businesses following the introduction of new COVID-19 restrictions.

Council facilities update

Press Releases Tue, October 20, 2020

Following clarification of the most recent NI Executive Covid 19 restrictions, council can provide the following update, which has been developed in accordance with the relevant governing body guidance.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council reveals frightfully fun programme of online Halloween events

Press Releases Mon, October 19, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has revealed a frightfully fun programme of free virtual Halloween events, with ten days of ghostly goings-on for everyone to enjoy.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council supports launch of food waste initiative

Press Releases Fri, October 16, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is proud to support the launch of a new environmental initiative – Wasting Food: It’s Out of Date.

Final Peace IV publication captures story of Military Medal recipient Molly McGinnis from Ballykelly

Press Releases Thu, October 15, 2020

A new book is now available which tells the story of a Ballykelly-born nurse who received the Military Medal for her actions during World War One.

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council honours four teens after White Park Bay rescue

Press Releases Thu, October 15, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has formally honoured four teenagers who rescued a father and his two children from the sea at White Park Bay earlier this year.

Leisure and Development Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, October 15, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Leisure and Development Committee will be held remotely on Tuesday 20th October 2020 at 7pm.

Planning Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, October 15, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Planning Committee will be held remotely on Wednesday 28th October at 2pm.

Reconvened Planning Committee meeting

Press Releases Thu, October 15, 2020

The reconvened meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Planning Committee (from Wednesday 23rd September 2020) will be held remotely on Wednesday 28th October at 10.30am.

New town centre banners unveiled in Dungiven and Limavady

Press Releases Wed, October 14, 2020

Local artists have brought colourful creativity to Dungiven and Limavady with the installation of new town centre banners which tell the story of the area and promote the importance of ‘Shop Eat Enjoy Local’.

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council urges support for COVID-19 public health advice

Press Releases Tue, October 13, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is appealing to people to continue to do all they can to stop the spread of coronavirus.

Mayor sends Certificate of Appreciation to NI Scrubs Causeway Coast volunteers

Press Releases Mon, October 12, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has honoured local volunteers who made and delivered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers at the initial height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Council partners with Irish FA for Halloween Soccer Camp

Press Releases Fri, October 09, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Sport and Wellbeing team is partnering with the Irish FA to deliver a Halloween Soccer camp at Scroggy Road 3G Pitch in Limavady.

Environmental Services Committee meeting

Press Releases Fri, October 09, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Environmental Services Committee will be held remotely on Tuesday 13th October 2020 at 7pm

North Coast agencies complete student letter drop to support and protect local community

Press Releases Wed, October 07, 2020

Representatives from Ulster University and Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, in partnership with police hand delivered letters to all student houses in the BT55 area of Portstewart last week, to reinforce community safety and support messaging.

Council and Mae Murray Foundation to hold pilot session at Diversity Park

Press Releases Tue, October 06, 2020

The Diversity Park at Flowerfield in Portstewart will be closed to the general public on Saturday 10th October 2020 until 2pm.

Court case a reminder to all dog owners

Press Releases Tue, October 06, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is reminding all dog owners to be responsible following the successful prosecution of a dog owner last week in Ballymena Magistrates Court.

Finance Committee meeting

Press Releases Mon, October 05, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Finance Committee will be held remotely on Thursday 8th October 2020 at 7pm.

Flowerfield Arts Centre celebrates reopening with exhibition by artist Helen Merrigan Colfer

Press Releases Fri, October 02, 2020

Flowerfield Arts Centre is celebrating its reopening with a solo exhibition by award-winning artist and sculptor Helen Merrigan Colfer which can be viewed from tomorrow (October 3rd) to November 14th.

Full Council meeting

Press Releases Fri, October 02, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will be held remotely on Tuesday 6th October 2020 at 7pm.

Land and Property Sub Committee Meeting

Press Releases Fri, October 02, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Land and Property Sub Committee will be held remotely on Wednesday 7th October 2020 at 7pm.

Alzheimer’s Society selected as Alderman Mark Fielding’s official Mayor’s charity

Press Releases Wed, September 30, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has chosen Alzheimer's Society as his official charity for the year ahead.

Autumn Northern Lights series returns with virtual concert by local band Lore

Press Releases Wed, September 30, 2020

​Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre will live stream a special concert by local band Lore as part of its autumn Northern Lights series on Thursday 8th October from 8pm.

Cameras installed in Limavady as Causeway Coast and Glens PCSP address schools’ ongoing vandalism concerns

Press Releases Fri, September 25, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has stepped in to address anti-social behaviour in Limavady by installing new temporary cameras in an area of the town.

Glens Healthy Places Programme Shares the Success of Supporting Communities to Improve Their Health and Wellbeing

Press Releases Thu, September 24, 2020

A small group of people involved in the Glens Healthy Places Project, came together to share the success of the programme and to highlight the benefit of these approaches.

Your opinions matter to us

Press Releases Wed, September 23, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is calling on the public’s participation to enhance its decision-making processes and inform the services it offers.

Special meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council on Monday 28 September

Press Releases Wed, September 23, 2020

A Special meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will be held remotely on Monday 28 September 2020 at 7PM.

​Recycling levels increase across Causeway Coast and Glens

Press Releases Mon, September 21, 2020

Recycle Week starts today and Recycle Now along with Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council want to thank everyone for continuing to recycle despite all that has happened this year.

Council Celebrates Closure of Peace IV Action Plan with Special Finale Video

Press Releases Mon, September 21, 2020

To officially mark the end of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s £3.8m ‘Local Authority Action Plan’ a special ‘legacy video’ has been produced, capturing programme activities over the past two years and documenting participants’ stories.

Mayor pledges to ‘move 5k on the day’ for Macmillan Cancer Support

Press Releases Fri, September 18, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has joined forces with Macmillan’s Move More Co-Ordinator to encourage people to get involved in the cancer charity’s biggest annual fundraising event.

Corporate Policy and Resources Committee Meeting on Tuesday 22th September

Press Releases Thu, September 17, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Corporate Policy and Resources Committee will be held remotely on Tuesday 22th September 2020 at 7pm.

Inclusive cycling event at Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre

Press Releases Wed, September 16, 2020

An inclusive cycling event will be held at Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre on September 26.

Needle Felting Workshop at Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre

Press Releases Wed, September 16, 2020

Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre is thrilled to announce details of its bespoke programme of autumn workshops ahead of its reopening on Wednesday 30th September.

Arts Centres and Ballymoney Museum to reopen on September 30th

Press Releases Tue, September 15, 2020

Flowerfield Arts Centre, Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre and Ballymoney Museum will reopen on Wednesday 30th September following a revised decision by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council needs your help to celebrate the area’s famous sons and daughters.

Press Releases Tue, September 15, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council wants to celebrate the area’s most notable sons and daughters.

'Building a United Community Fund' remains open to applications

Press Releases Mon, September 14, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council's Good Relations team is reminding not-for-profit groups that funding is available for projects that promote positive relationships in communities across the area.

Cloonavin goes green for World Mitochondrial Disease Week

Press Releases Mon, September 14, 2020

Green light will shine at Cloonavin this week as Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council joins a global campaign to raise awareness about Mitochondrial Disease.

Mayor pays tribute to coastal clean-up crew

Press Releases Fri, September 11, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has paid tribute to volunteers who recently removed a significant amount of marine waste from the water beneath the iconic Dunluce Castle.

Book now for after-schools Multi Sport Camps for young people

Press Releases Fri, September 11, 2020

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Sport and Well Being team is holding a series of after-schools Multi Sports Camps around the Borough.

Reconvened Planning Committee meeting to be held on Thursday 17th September

Press Releases Fri, September 11, 2020

The reconvened meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Planning Committee (from Wednesday 26th August 2020) will be held remotely on Thursday 17th September 2020 at 10am.

Leisure and Development Committee meeting on Tuesday 15th September

Press Releases Thu, September 10, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Leisure and Development Committee will be held remotely on Tuesday 15th September 2020 at 7.00pm.

Planning Committee Meeting on Wednesday 23 September

Press Releases Thu, September 10, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Planning Committee will be held remotely on Wednesday 23 September 2020 at 2pm.

Wildflowers help nature bloom across the Borough

Press Releases Wed, September 09, 2020

Stunning wildflower displays which support our native pollinators are blooming across the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area, thanks to a new approach to planting and the Don’t Mow Let It Grow initiative.

Mayor issues message of thanks to mark Emergency Services Day

Press Releases Wed, September 09, 2020

To mark Emergency Services Day, the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has paid tribute to all those who work tirelessly to keep us safe and well.

Good Relations Week set to celebrate 30 years of peace building and cultural diversity

Press Releases Tue, September 08, 2020

Good Relations Week 2020 will celebrate 30 years of peace building and cultural diversity with local groups and organisations in the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area showcasing their good relations efforts as part of the virtual celebrations.

Finance Committee Meeting on Thursday 10th September

Press Releases Mon, September 07, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Finance Committee will be held remotely on Thursday 10th September 2020 at 7.00pm.

Mayor urges people to make a difference during Organ Donation Week

Press Releases Mon, September 07, 2020

The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is calling on people to make a difference and help save lives by speaking to their family members about organ donation.​

Virtual tour of Conflict Textiles exhibition to take place during Good Relations Week

Press Releases Fri, September 04, 2020

As part of Good Relations Week 2020, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Good Relations Programme is delighted to invite you to an innovative virtual tour of the "Conflict, Peace: Our Journey, Our Future exhibition

Audit Committee Meeting on Wednesday 9 September

Press Releases Fri, September 04, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Audit Committee will be held remotely on Wednesday 9 September 2020 at 7PM.

Environmental Services Committee Meeting on Tuesday, 8 September

Press Releases Wed, September 02, 2020

A meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Environmental Services Committee, will be held remotely on Tuesday 8 September 2020 at 7pm.

Virtual exhibition from Dungiven Regeneration Club online now

Press Releases Wed, September 02, 2020

A new virtual exhibition created by Dungiven Regeneration Club is now on display on the Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre website.

August Bank Holiday bin collection and Household Recycling Centre arrangements

Press Releases Thu, August 27, 2020

All bin collections will take place as normal across the Borough on Monday 31st August 2020