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The Beach Boys of Ballygally Beach in 1969. Back: Adrian Rolston, Albert Falloon, George Blair, Alan McMurtry, Jackie Devlin, John Somerville and (front): Arthur Carson, Frank Downey and Fred McMurtry. Where are they now? INLT 07-906-CON

Who’s in this week’s Past (im)perfect?

THIS week we continue our new Larne Times feature by opening the archive once again and reproducing pictures form the past.

Tasha aims to brighten up your day – and your home

WITH the UK still reeling from the effects of the worst recession in a generation, it is easy to get disheartened by all the doom-mongering currently being bandied about.

Chris Johnson and Tom Hegarty from Warner Chilcott UK Ltd in Larne are pictured with Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry at a ceremony held at Hillsborough Castle. Warner Chilcott UK Ltd is one of 28 companies to be awarded with the prestigious Investors in People (IiP) accreditation. INLT

Millbrook firm celebrates Investors in People success

LARNE-BASED Warner Chilcott UK Ltd has received a prestigious accolade recognising its commitment and dedication to staff.

Larne rates to rise by up to 5pc for next two years

LARNE householders and property owners can expect district rate increases around 4.5 to five per cent in the next two years.

Mathews defends call for horse licensing scheme

Larne councillor John Mathews has answered critics of his proposal to introduce a licensing scheme for horse owners.

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New access sought for £6 million Gobbins project

LARNE Borough Council has moved to find an alternative access to its planned £6 million Gobbins Cliff Path project.

‘Better ways to save than close Larne courthouse’

LARNE Council has urged the Courts Service to “be more creative” in its attempts to save money, rather than forging ahead with plans to shut the local courthouse.

Brown’s Bay residents in septic tank dilemma

THE Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) is exploring the possibility that sewage from septic tanks is contaminating bathing water at Brown’s Bay, the Times can reveal.

‘We are not closing’, says Woodsides’ boss

A PROMINENT Larne businessman has urged local residents to stop spreading “unfounded and dangerous rumours” about the future of a number of town centre shops.

Norman Gray of Upper Waterloo Road sent in this photo of sunrise over Larne Lough. INLT 07-607-CON

Readers’ Picture Of The Week

The Larne Times is inviting readers to email their favourite pictures.

Speed humps to be created in Millbrook

TRAFFIC calming measures are set to be introduced at Millbrook after local residents cited concerns over road safety in the area.

Dualling will make A8 ‘fit for purpose’ says freight body

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has said Stormont’s release of £105m will “finally make the A8 fit for purpose”.

Appeal after cars damaged

Police in Larne are appealing for information following an incident at Laharna Retail Park last month when a number of parked cars were damaged on the evening of Monday, January 23.

Boundaries Commission is urged not to split Carnlough from Larne

THREE parties have lodged objections to a re-drawing of constituency boundaries which would see Carnlough split from the rest of the Larne borough to become part of a realigned North Antrim.

Minister praises Exploring Enterprise programme

East Antrim MP Sammy Wilson has welcomed courses being run by Ledcom which are aimed at helping the unemployed get back into work.

Men quizzed over 1.2m cigarette haul in Larne

TWO men have been arrested after more than 1.2 million smuggled cigarettes were seized at an industrial unit in Larne.

Titanic quarter chaplain set to address the Tuesday Group

a FORMER Larne clergyman who is now chaplain in the Titanic quarter of Belfast is to be the guest speaker at the next meeting of the Tuesday Group.

The St Anthony's Primary School 1976 football team of (back row, from left): D. O'Conner, K. Bergin, L. Larkin, T. McAllister, B. Haveron, J. Gillan and (front): S. McKeown, S. Mulvenna, R. Stephens, J. Robinosn, D. McAllister and L. Kemp. INLT 05-930-CON

Who’s in this week’s Past (im)perfect?

THIS week we continue our new Larne Times feature by opening the archive once again and reproducing pictures form the past.

The A8 leaving Larne. INLT 07-348-PR

Stormont funds £162 million East Antrim roads schemes

Stormont has allocated funding for two long-awaited East Antrim major roads schemes.

Britton Rosebowl could be headed for Inver Park

LARNE Council is once again set to host an after match civic reception and dinner to follow the annual Britton Rosebowl fixture.

Council’s £25k funding for Dalriada Festival Sub head: But councillor feels money should go elsewhere

INTERNATIONAL pop star Ronan Keating and X Factor contestant Janet Devlin will bring some star quality to the borough this summer when the Dalriada Festival returns to Glenarm.

Larne is preparing for a right royal celebration

COMMUNITY groups could be given a cash injection to help them celebrate the Queen’s upcoming Diamond Jubilee.

‘Make pool more family-friendly’ – urges councillor

A LOCAL councillor has called for the minor swimming pool at Larne Leisure Centre to be made more family-friendly.

Sara talks herself in to public speaking final

LARNE Grammar School pupil Sara Coulter is making plans to speak at Stormont as one of 14 Northern Ireland finalists in the Soroptomist International’s annual youth award public speaking competition.

Angela and David Surplus with a picture of their cat

Family devastated after poisoner targets pet cat

A LARNE family has been left heartbroken after one of their beloved cats died from anti-freeze poisoning.

170 caught without television licences

More than 170 people were caught watching television without a licence in Larne last year, new figures have revealed.

Shop worker stabbed in a ‘cowardly’ robbery bid

A MAN who stabbed a Larne shop worker during an attempted armed robbery at the weekend has been branded a “cowardly thug” by a local community representative.

Esther Dorman vice chairmam of East Antrim Boat Club and Stephen Craig chairman are pictured with writer and historian Ian Wilson who was the main speaker at the SOS day breakfast in the club. INLT 05-001-PSB

Larne RNLI volunteers save eight from danger at sea

EIGHT people were rescued by Larne RNLI volunteers during the past year, new figures have revealed.

Council split over bid to save Seacourt youth club

LARNE councillors are at odds over a dispute which could result in closure of Seacourt Youth Club and the permanent loss of two youth worker posts.

‘Being a Christian is not boring,’ says Bobby Ball

well-known comedian Bobby Ball is to share his faith at a special event taking place in Glenarm Presbyterian Church on Friday, February 17.

Larne Council strikes four per cent higher rate

THE district rate struck by Larne Borough Council will increase by four per cent in 2012-13.

Rev Dr Colin McClure, minister of First Larne Presbyterian Church; Rev. Ronnie Clements, Mrs. Margaret Clements and Mr. Kenneth McKinley, Clerk of Session. INLT 06-604-CON

First Larne says ‘thank you’ to Rev Clements

a SPECIAL presentation has been made to Rev Ronnie Clements and his wife Margaret to mark Rev Clements’ service as a pastoral colleague in First Larne Presbyterian Church over the past 10 years.

Jon Beadsley,Glassmedic. INLT 06-001-PSB

Jon provides first aid for Larne windscreens

BEING made redundant can be a traumatic experience and a huge blow to your confidence, leaving you demoralised and unsure about what the future holds.

Welcome for repairs to Princess Victorial memorial

WORK is being carried out to repair the memorial at Larne harbour in honour of those who perished on the MV Princess Victoria.

Dr Janet Little, assistant director of Service Development and Screening at the Public Health Agency shows off the life-saving bowel cancer screening test along with Larne bowel cancer patient Alaster Smyth at the PHA launch of its bowel cancer screening programme awareness campaign. INLT 06-612-CON

‘Bowel cancer screening test saved my life’ says Glynn man

A Glynn man has urged everyone invited to take part in bowel cancer screening to make sure they take up the offer.

Magheramorne Silver Band step out at the Broadisland Gathering in Ballycarry. INLT 06-603-CON

Magheramorne Silver band shuffles positions ahead of anniversary year

a NUMBER of new faces were elected to office at Magheramorne Silver Band’s annual meeting.

Janine steps out for addicts

A GLENO woman hopes to raise over £200 for Addiction NI by taking part in the charity’s 10K run on March 11.

New way to report illegal dumping in Larne

larne residents are being encouraged to report environmental crime, such as illegal dumping, to Crimestoppers, the charity that allows the reporting of crime anonymously.

Be a friend to older folk

A NEW befriending project with Age NI, supported by the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, is recruiting volunteers to help support socially isolated older people in the Larne area.

Annual Snowdrop Walk - a time to remember

The Pregnancy Loss and Paediatric Bereavement Team of the Northern Trust is inviting parents and relatives in Larne who have been affected by the death of a child to a special remembrance event.

Pictured in the December 8th 1972 edition of the Larne Times are Caroline Craig, Darlene McCormick and Amanda McAdorey of the Andrews School of Dancing, Larne, who competed successfully in the Nine Glens Music Festival in Carrickfergus. INLT 04-908-CON

Who’s in this week’s Past (im)perfect?

THIS week we continue our new Larne Times feature by opening the archive once again and reproducing pictures form the past.

Police issue appeal after Ballycarry burglary

Detectives in Larne are appealing for information after a report of an aggravated burglary at residential premises in the Hillhead Road area of Ballycarry on Monday past (February 6).

Don McQueen with one of his office chairs. INLT 04-333-PR

Don is in the chair and has no regrets

PEOPLE who take the decision to become self-employed sometimes look back and wonder if they made the right choice.

It is hoped new class 4000 trains will increase rail uage. INLT 05-614-CON

Larne people are urged to try new trains and save services

THE Use It Or Lose It rail campaign will step up a gear at a public meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 6.

Meeting to give public chance to air views on Glenarm station

A PUBLIC meeting will be held in Glenarm later this month to establish views of the community on a proposal that could see the closure of the village police station.

The Community Leadership Programme delegation inside Leinster House with Minister Brian Hayes TD. INLT 05-607-CON

Ballycarry’s Dublin visit opens up Orr opportunity

MEMBERS of Ballycarry Community Association have met with senior tourism and government figures in Dublin as part of a Community Leadership Programme.

Victor Haslett (centre) receives the runner up prize for Individual Community Involvement at the annual Orange Order Community Awards. Also pictured are (left) winner of the award, Samuel Courtney of Whitewater Temperance LOL 117, and Stewart Brooker, sponsor. INLT 05-615-CON

Victor wins a runner-up prize in Orange Order community awards

A LARNE man has narrowly missed out on a top accolade in the annual Orange Community Awards.

Sandy Bay scores poorly in marina facilities study

SANDY Bay, which is regarded by a majority on Larne Borough Council as the “only hope” for marine leisure facilities in Larne, was ranked bottom of a list of potential marina locations in the borough.

Members of the Larne Borough Council Parks Division who were the recipients of the 'Most Improved' title in the Translink Ulster in Bloom 2011 Competion, with Larne Mayor, Bobby McKee.  INLT 51-851-BM

So, what did those judges really think of our borough?

LARNE has been hailed as a “well-kept town with a great sense of public pride” by judges of the prestigious Ulster in Bloom competition.

Larne museum plans to dispose of some ‘irrelevant items’

LARNE Museum is set to dispose of dozens of old newspapers, maps and books in its collection unless a new home can be found for them.

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