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The aftermath of recent trouble in the Co Antrim town of Ballymena.placeholder image

Mother and daughter in court on charges linked to rioting in Ballymena

A mother and daughter appeared in court today facing charges arising from recent, serious public disorder in Ballymena.

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​​I grew up in the Ballymena area, and much of my family still lives there, so the violence that afflicted the town last week was particularly hard to watch. Th...

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Two men appear in court charged with rioting

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Your World

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Retro

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