Author: Ally Stewart

Fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support In Ballymena

Fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support In Ballymena

Posted by | Feb 11, 2016 |

Macmillan Cancer Support in Ballymena and throughout Northern Ireland has always had many people and organisations fundraising for them. For many, Macmillan Cancer Support professionals have become a great source of help and support for individuals and their families & friends dealing with this illness and as a result we regularly see people fundraising for them. One such person is Ballymena man Trevor Magee. Trevor is in the middle of training for a cycle ride which will take him across Florida USA – from one side to the other – a distance of 170 miles – in one day!...

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Ballymena School Of Music New Year Promotions

Ballymena School Of Music New Year Promotions

Posted by | Jan 15, 2016 |

Ballymena School Of Music New Year Promotions are well under way but they have also been reflecting on a busy 2015. They said, “We would like to thank all our students who came to music lessons and practised hard all year. We had 100% pass rates in exams during 2015 in all exam boards! Also thanks to the parents and guardians for their hard work in encouraging our students and bringing them to lessons.” They continued, “Now in 2016, Ballymena School Of Music on the Ballymoney Road can offer an even wider choice of music lessons in Ballymena ranging from piano,...

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Ballymena Charity Radio Station Says Thank You

Ballymena Charity Radio Station Says Thank You

Posted by | Jan 8, 2016 |

Ballymena charity radio station, Radio Cracker, would like to say thank you to the public and businesses in the greater Ballymena area who have supported them again during 2015. As the figure was read out at the Radio Cracker closing ceremony on Christmas Eve it was clear that the 2015 broadcast had been another fantastic success. The Radio Cracker board and committee would like to say thanks so much to all the advertisers, sponsors, groups and individuals who made this happen. Despite all the news about imminent job losses in the area, the public supported and donated to the Ballymena...

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Red Star Music Christmas Gift Guide

Posted by | Dec 18, 2015 |

Wondering what to get for the friend or family member who’s musical – here’s the Red Star Music Christmas gift guide which should help make that decision a bit easier. Look out for them in The Fairhill Centre too as their sister business, Ballymena School of Music, bring some festive music for Christmas in Ballymena as we do our shopping.   Red Star Music on John Street (close to the Tower Centre car park) has loads of instruments, music books and accessories for everyone – beginners to experienced musicians. Here’s a few of what’s on offer – For the beginner piano student – 2 x John Thompson music books, Theory is Fun book & a pencil all in a Red Star Music tote bag for £15 A Rock Box – for any guitarist – includes a capo, guitar tuner, pickwinder,  pick holder with a novelty plectrum, polish and polishing cloth, plectrums and slide. All the accessories any guitarist will need and prices start at £20 Accoustic guitar pack –  comes with the Red Star Music Rock Box essential kit and guitar lessons and prices start at £99 Electric guitar pack – this includes all you need to get started  – includes an amp, plectrum, guitar strap, guitar tuner, guitar bag and 3 guitar lessons – all for £159 To make it easier for the shopper, Red Star Music are open late from...

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The Outpost Business and Retreat Centre Christmas Party

Posted by | Dec 10, 2015 |

McMillan Interiors at The Outpost Business and Retreat Centre at 53 Loan Road, Cullybackey are planning a Christmas party with a difference. McMillan Interiors have only recently opened their new interior design studio at The Outpost and you are welcome to join them as they celebrate their opening, and Christmas, along with the other businesses at The Outpost Business and Retreat Centre. The main event will be held at McMillan Interiors Balcony Studio. Also involved is Fitness To Perfection – a new gym run by George Elliott, which will be open for viewing on the night, Christopher McMillan Plumbing Services, Maine Soft Drinks, Clarke Packaging, ABC Fire Extinguishers and Wilkinson Plaster Mouldings. Also catering by Mrs McFerrin. The evening will include some mini ‘Christmassy’ demos for fun and also The Christmas Story. The Outpost Business and Retreat Centre Christmas Party. This all happens on Thursday 17th December 2015 starting at 7.30pm at The Outpost Business and Retreat Centre, 53 Loan Rd, Cullybackey BT42 1PS There is no charge for this so why not come along and see the new McMillan Interiors design studio. Thinking of getting fitter as a new year resolution? – have a look round the new Fitness to Perfection gym while you’re there and see what’s available. All-in-all a great community night with Christmas fayre and entertainment. McMillan Interiors are on Facebook...

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