Calls for more police on the streets, less dog mess on paths and the removal of all flags from lampposts were also popular requests from the readership.
Here’s 15 suggestions that Newtownabbey folk believe would make the borough even better.
5. Grass cutting
There was a lot of feedback received by the Times about the state of Newtownabbey's verges and green spaces. Some people questioned why piles of grass remained after it was cut. Others said that weeds and moss were making paths unsightly and in some cases dangerous to walk on. Photo: Contributed
6. Loughshore pier
There was a suggestion for a pier at the Loughshore to create a unique visitor attraction. Photo: Google
7. Infrastructure concerns
A call was made for the building of new housing developments to cease until the infrastructure improved. Concerns were raised about an existing strain on health centres and roads. Photo: Newtownabbey Times archive
8. Ice rink
Some people felt that an ice rink in Newtownabbey, similar to the Dundonald Ice Bowl (pictured), would make the region a better place to live. Photo: Google