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MAYOR’S MESSAGE
BOWLED OVER
Welcome to the March issue of Borough life, our residents’ magazine, that keeps you updated on how the Council is working for you.
NEW £1 COIN DARKNESS INTO LIGHT 5
EASTER ACTIVITIES
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UP AND RUNNING
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ALLEN PARK GOLF
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LOVE FOOD HATE WASTE
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FEED YOUR BROWN BIN THE BIG SPRING CLEAN
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BIN CHECKER COMBI BINS RECYCLING TIPS
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TEA DANCES THE PICTURE HOUSE
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GARDEN SHOW IRELAND EASTER THEATRE WORKSHOPS
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BUSINESS SUPPORT GROW
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STAY CONNECTED IN ANTRIM ANTRIM TOWN FASHION SHOW
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YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR GO FOR IT
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WORKPLACE SAFETY QUIT SMOKING
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SPORTS AWARDS
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BEE-LICIOUS
We are hoping that you will help shape the future of your Borough. Currently we have two very important consultations underway. One is about the space we live in and what it will look like in the future and the other is about our quality of life and the things that matter to us. I would encourage you to take part in the online consultations on the Preferred Options Paper and Draft Community Plan. See page 21 for more information about these. I am also pleased to report that once again the Council has worked hard to ensure our residents and businesses are not affected by rising rate costs. This is fantastic news for everyone and you can read about it on page 23. As we head into spring we have some great events planned. The amazing Garden Show Ireland is coming back to our award winning Antrim Castle Gardens which is an event that can’t be missed! Don’t forget to like our new Facebook page to keep up to date with this and other events coming to our Borough. I wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable Easter. Councillor John Scott Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey
SCRAMBLERS 19
BEST KEPT GARDEN PARK WARDENS
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PRIDE OF PLACE AWARDS COUNCIL FACEBOOK
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LOVE LIVING HERE
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WHAT YOU TOLD US ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS
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COUNCIL STRIKES NEW RATES
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YOUR COUNCILLORS
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COUNCIL PERFORMANCE USEFUL NUMBERS
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CONTACT
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WASTE SURVEY
The magazine is available in alternative formats, please contact us for more information. The magazine is delivered to postal areas BT29, BT36, BT37, BT39, BT41 and our residents in BT38. If it is not delivered to any of your neighbours living in these areas, please let us know. Printed on FSC accredited material.
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