Antrim and Newtownabbey District news on Saturday, October 24, 2026
In Antrim and Newtownabbey District on Saturday, October 24, 2026: Storm Boelo hits NI today with damaging winds ahead. Also: Multiple closures and event cancellations across Northern Ireland as Storm Boelo approaches the region; Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington officially opened a new kids' pool facility in Newtownabbey recently. Weather: Rainy and blustery today with winds up to 56 km/h and temperatures 7–12°C; stay alert for Storm Boelo.
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Headlines
- Storm Boelo is sweeping into Northern Ireland today with weather alerts issued for damaging gusts next week.Belfast Telegraph ·
News & local government
- Multiple closures and event cancellations across Northern Ireland as Storm Boelo approaches the region.Belfast Live ·
Safety & emergencies
- Police appeal for witnesses after an assault on a woman in Newtownabbey; investigation ongoing.4ni ·
Events & going out
- Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington officially opened a new kids' pool facility in Newtownabbey recently.Belfast Telegraph ·
Business & new openings
- A new £8 million Home Bargains store has been approved for Antrim town centre with 95 retail jobs.Belfast Live ·
Culture & arts
- Theatre production 'Christmas Eve Can Kill You' returns to The Mill in Newtownabbey this Christmas.Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council ·
Community & volunteering
- Antrim and Newtownabbey won triple gold at the RHS Britain in Bloom Awards final competition.Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council ·
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