Ballyclare continues to come to the fore in respect of achieving local and national awards.
Newtownabbey Borough Council Business Awards
2004 Bert McCormick won Retail Business of the Year Award.
2005 Bert McCormick runner-up retail Business of the Year
Award.
2005 Clare Gallery won Small Business of the Year Award.
2005 Woodsides won Friendly to the Environment Award.
2005 Niall McConkey of Woodsides won Business Person of the
Year Award.
2005 Oregano Restaurant, on the outskirts of Ballyclare won
Best Hospitality Venue Award.
Tony Mudd Tip Top Guide Award
Clarence Fish and Chip Shop won 1st place in Northern Ireland, 5th in all UK.
Other Awards
Jenkins Butcher & Deli have won over 50 awards covering all aspects of their trade.