http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/ News and Events en-us Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:10:16 GMT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss PHP info@colerainebc.gov.uk (Coleraine Borough Council) info@colerainebc.gov.uk (Web) http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1434 ONE young lady who recognises the importance of the fantastic sports programmes offered by Coleraine Borough Council is rising local tennis champ, Eva Lennox. Eva, who recently met Olympian, Dame Mary Peters, is a former member of Council's Wildcats Activ8 Club which will again be part of Council's sports programme for 2012, the 'Sports Development and Recreation Activities Programme for Young People'. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1434 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1435 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1435 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1433 Mayor of Coleraine Borough Council Alderman Maurice Bradley has congratulated North Coast Integrated College on becoming a Fairtrade school Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1433 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1432 The North East PEACE III Sport for Peace Building Project was officially launched on Thursday 26th January 2012 in Coleraine Borough Council civic Headquarters Cloonavin, by Olympian Dame Mary Peters. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1432 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1430 First Minister, Rt. Hon. Peter Robinson MLA, along with Minster for Tourism Minister, Arlene Foster, and Deputy Mayor of Coleraine Borough Council, Councillor William King, joined some of the United Kingdom's top names in road racing for the launch of the 2012 Relentless International North West 200, to be held in Portstewart, home of the NW200. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1430 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1431 Pupils and Councillors of Coleraine Borough Council, lead by Mayor of Coleraine, Alderman Maurice Bradley, attended a visit to Stormont as part of their partnership programme to develop communication between the two groups through media. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1431 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1427 Coleraine Borough Council is delighted to announce the launch another of its 'Think Big' programmes?, this time entitled 'Think Manufacturing'. The programme is an excellent opportunity for ten manufacturing companies in the Coleraine Borough Council area to sustain, develop and grow their business by receiving specialised mentoring support. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1427 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1429 Coleraine Borough Council is finalising a Technical Feasibility Study for Portrush Harbour as a key element of the Sail West Project. Council is a partner in the Project which seeks to develop the marine leisure infrastructure, such as high quality harbours, along the North Coast of Ireland and the corresponding coastline of Scotland. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1429 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1428 Staff in Environmental Services, Coleraine Borough Council are pleased to announce the success of a 'School Health Fair' held in Ballysally Primary School on Friday 13th January, attracting many of the pupil's parents, along with residents from the local community. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1428 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1426 Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE), the network company, is inviting people in the Somerset, Greenhall Highway, Wheatsheaf Road and surrounding areas of Coleraine to get 'Smart' with energy this year. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1426 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1425 COLERAINE Borough Council reminds residents that blue recycling bins accept glass bottles and jars. Residents of the Borough are being asked to boost recycling efforts by putting empty and rinsed out glass bottles and jars in their blue bins. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1425 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1423 EUROPEAN TOUR: After an absence of almost 60 years, and following two hugely successful stagings of the championship at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, the Irish Open will return to Northern Ireland this summer when the classic links at Royal Portrush hosts the 2012 event from Thursday June 28 to Sunday July 1. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1423 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1424 The Northern Ireland Policing Board wish to appoint 237 Independent Members to the new Policing and Community Partnerships (PCSPs) which are being established across the 26 council areas. PCSPs aim to make a real difference to the local community, making people feel safer and ensuring that the voices of local people on policing and community safety are heard. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1424 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1422 Mayor of Coleraine, Alderman Maurice Bradley, congratulates the European Tour, Royal Portrush Golf Club and all those involved in achieving the decision to bring the Irish Open to Portrush in June this year Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1422 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1421 Coleraine Borough Council has been running a Trade Development Programme, with the aim of helping local businesses realise their full potential through selling overseas. The programme was delivered by Full Circle Management Solutions and has supported over seventeen companies during the previous eighteen months. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1421 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1420 Coleraine Borough Council is encouraging everyone to recycle more and make it a New Year resolution that sticks. Help is at hand with Council's 2012 blue bin calendar and leaflet, which will be delivered to homes in the Borough from 18th January. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1420 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1417 Mayor of Coleraine, Alderman Maurice Bradley visited Portrush Primary School just before Christmas to help primary seven pupils explore the Victorian Coleraine Learning Resource package. Funded by Coleraine Borough Council and the Heritage Lottery Fund, Causeway Museum Service commenced development of the Learning Resource Package in 2009 to mark the 150th Anniversary of Coleraine Town. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1417 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1418 Coleraine Borough Council launched its annual 'Get Home Safe' campaign at Kelly's Nightclub Portrush, on Tuesday 20th December 2011 supporting local residents, students and holidaymakers visiting the area. The campaign aims to provide practical advice on how to keep safe during the holiday season and throughout the year. Supporting the campaign and the 'Get Home Safe' message, Coleraine Community Safety Partnership is providing 'Countermeasures' training. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1418 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1419 Deputy Mayor of Coleraine Borough, Councillor William King presented St. Columba's Primary School, Garvagh, with the prestigious Eco-Schools Green Flag Award on Wednesday 21 December. Following careful inspection, Eco-Schools Inspectors decided to award St. Columba's the top award in recognition of various measures taken by pupils, teachers and parents to improve their school environment. Celebrating their achievement, Councillor King took the opportunity to inspect the hard work and thanked everyone involved for their efforts. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1419 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1415 Coleraine Borough Council recently delivered a six-week 'Cook-it' programme with residents, volunteers and visitors to Elim Church Killowen, aimed at raising awareness of healthy eating. The programme is based on the Food Standards Agency's 'Eat Well' plate guidelines. Outlining the five food groups: fruit and vegetables; starchy carbohydrates; milk and dairy products; meat; fish and other protein foods as well as foods containing fat and sugar, the guidelines explain the portions required to achieve a healthy and balanced diet. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1415 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1416 COLERAINE Christmas party-goers are being urged to 'get home safe' when they celebrate the festive season in the Borough this year. An initiative, launched by Coleraine Borough Council, is encouraging people to enjoy the nightlife in the area sensibly and is promoting a series of essential tips to a sociable safe Christmas. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1416 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1413 Coleraine Borough Deputy Mayor William King officially opened the 'Victorian Coleraine' Exhibition in Coleraine Town Hall on Monday 5th December. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1413 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1414 Encouraging children and their families to Rethink Waste at Christmas. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1414 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1411 OVER twenty small and micro enterprises gathered together in Coleraine Borough Council's Civic Headquarters Cloonavin for the official launch of 'thinkBIG:thinkINNOVATE' Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1411 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1412 APPEALING to all junior detectives interested in solving the mysteries in Biodiversity, Rachel Bain, Biodiversity officer has teamed up with CBBCs 'Live and Deadly' children's show for a fun filled afternoon. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1412 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1410 THE Mayor of Coleraine, Alderman Maurice Bradley pays tribute to the sporting excellence in the Borough in his Christmas message. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1410 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1408 Coleraine Museum runs new exhibition from 5th December 2011 until 5th January 2012. Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1408 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1409 ENVIRONMENTAL Services in Coleraine Council has been honoured with a 'No Smoking Day Award' for efforts to support people to quit smoking. Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1409 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1407 THE ELVES are hanging the lights and decorating the Christmas trees, whilst Santa prepares his Clydesdale horses ahead of the big switch-on events in Coleraine on Friday 25th November, and in Portstewart on Saturday, 26th November 2011. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1407 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1404 On Thursday 17th November the Mayor of Coleraine, Alderman Maurice Bradley launched the North East PEACEIII Cultural Fusions project 2011- 2013, which aims to encourage and support dialogue around cultural identity and shared histories. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1404 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1405 Residents and visitors to the North Coast recently enjoyed five days of melodic revelry and eclectic sounds as Coleraine Borough Council hosted Atlantic Sessions on the North Coast Music Festival from 9th-13th November 2011. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1405 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1406 Coleraine Borough Council extends congratulations to local anti-litter volunteers who have been recognised through the 2011 Coca-Cola Coast Care Awards. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1406 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1398 Environmental Services at Coleraine Borough Council, in partnership with the Public Health Agency, successfully delivered 'Suicide Talk' Level 1 training to community representatives, statutory support agencies and other interested individuals on Wednesday, 9th November 2011. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1398 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1399 COLERAINE Borough Council hosted a certificate presentation on 10th November 2011 at Council Headquarters Cloonavin for thirteen local restaurateurs and café employees. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1399 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1400 For the up and coming Victorian Coleraine Exhibition which takes place in Coleraine Town Hall from Monday 5th December 2011to Friday 6th January 2012, museum staff are currently arranging the display of objects from the collection Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1400 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1403 Times and dates for switching on this year's Christmas lights vary from town to town. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1403 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1401 On Wednesday, 9th November 2011, Coleraine Borough Council welcomed The Right Honourable Hugo Swire MP, Minister of State for Northern Ireland to Coleraine. Minister Swire MP visited the area to lend his support to the ongoing community cohesion, peace-building and good relations work that is being facilitated by Council. Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1401 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1397 Options for Commissioning Generalist Voluntary Advice Services Williamson Consulting has recently been commissioned by Coleraine Borough Council working on behalf of the NE Cluster of Councils (including Ballymoney Borough Council, Limavady Borough Council and Moyle District Council) to carry out a study to explore options for commissioning of generalist voluntary advice services at Local Government level. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1397 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1402 COLERAINE Borough Council's Good Relations Team is pleased to announce that Lewis Gregg from Gorran Primary School has won the recent poster competition, aimed at promoting Good Relations in the Borough of Coleraine. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1402 http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1394 Over a weekend in October, Coleraine Borough Council in partnership with Butterfly Conservation NI, conducted a survey of the winter moths in Castlerock. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.colerainebc.gov.uk/news/news_item.php?id=1394