Hilary Benn makes his first visit to Northern Ireland in his new role as Shadow Secretary of State, to have discussions with the main political parties.
The selection of Alex Harbinson follows the resignation of Karen Douglas in August.
The vacancy on Mid & East Antrim Borough Council was created following the resignation of Cllr John Hyland in August.
The councillor for Bangor Central will step down next month.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson spoke to the News Letter following the latest comments by Northern Ireland Minister Steve Baker.
Sinn Fein saw the largest total income out of all parties in Northern Ireland.
A new poll shows that support for Sinn Fein, the DUP and Alliance has grown, whilst the other parties are seeing negative changes.
The now deleted tweet was sent by the official Alliance Party account on Thursday night.
The SDLP’s Martin Reilly has retained his seat in the Waterside DEA after a recount.
