Newtownabbey31 Jan 2026Why is my postbox covered in black plastic?Seven "postboxes of the future" are in place in Northern Ireland, of 3,500 planned across the UK. 31 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Residents return to homes following security alertResidents can now return to their homes in Beechwood House at Woodland Drive.15 Jan 202614 Jan 2026Viable pipe bombs discovered during security alertPolice say several devices have been made safe following the alert in Newtownabbey.14 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Missed bin collections 'a complete and utter shambles'Residents say problems started when a new kerbside recycling system was introduced in December.13 Jan 202621 Dec 2025Royal Variety Performance a 'surreal' experience for NI singersThree Northern Irish singers are taking centre stage alongside West End stars at the Royal Variety Performance.21 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Weather warning lifted across all countiesA yellow warning had been issued for rain on Sunday, with periods of heavy and persistent rainfall.14 Dec 202512 Dec 2025Families question use of do-not-resuscitate orders Families of two women who died in hospital have questioned the use of "do-not-resuscitate orders".12 Dec 202511 Dec 2025Fee rise 'could make music preserve of the affluent'Fees for music tuition and instrument hire for schools and pupils will rise by 10-20% from January.11 Dec 20256 Nov 2025'Sinister attack' on Alliance headquarters 'tried to incite fear'It was reported on Wednesday that graffiti had been sprayed onto external windows, door shutters and a fence.6 Nov 2025...