Deputy Mayor: Record breaking crowds at Ballymoney switch on

STREET CRED. Mayor Cllr Michelle Knight-McQuillan and Santa with children from the Causeway Down Syndrome Group made their way to the stage on Thurs night.INBM48-15 022SC.

The UUP man said: “The repositioning of the stage, some additional festive lighting, along with a few other logistical changes made for a very entertaining and enjoyable family event.

“We are always striving for continual improvement and are already looking towards next year’s event. I would like to commend Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council staff for the fantastic work.

“The kids from the Causeway Downs syndrome support group were centre stage for the main event and in my opinion stole the show and outshone the beautiful lights which they helped to switch on.

SWEET KIDS. Children who got some sweets from Santa at his Grotto on Thurs night.INBM48-15 024SC.

“The influx of people into the town was welcomed by local traders, many businesses rely on a busy festive period .

“I would encourage people to continue to shop locally with a view to enhancing and expanding our retail capacity in the future.”