12-year-old George Shields, who is autistic, loves shopping at Asda’s Downpatrick store with his mum Georgine and eight-year-old sister Anna, but it can be a little bit overwhelming at times. So, when Asda Downpatrick checkout colleague Brigeen Henderson saw that […]
Asda Checkout Colleague Brigeen Makes 12-Year-Old George’s Day Read Post »
New data has crowned South West England the best UK area for a blissful night’s sleep, with only 2.70 noise complaints per 1,000 people according to the latest CIEH Noise Survey. Bedroom furnishings experts Bed Kingdom gathered data from the
The Northern Ireland Regions In Uk’s Top Five Areas For A Peaceful Night’s Sleep Read Post »
A Ballymena-based manufacturing and design company has supercharged its growth plans after receiving support from the government-backed Go Succeed enterprise service. Demanu Manufacturing and Design plans to expand its operations, invest in cutting-edge technology, and enhance its product offerings following
Ballymena Business Has Designs On Growth Following Go Succeed Support Read Post »
The team at SPAR Lenadoon in West Belfast is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the community store. The store, which has been owned and operated by Damian and Patricia Morgan since 1999, began with just six employees, and now employs 18
West Belfast Community Store Celebrates 25 Successful Years Read Post »
Jet2holidays has today announced the launch of holidays to the Costa de la Luz from Belfast International Airport for Summer 25, as customers can now access the stunning region via Faro Airport from next year. Today’s exciting expansion, opening up a stunning and authentic slice of Spain,
Lidl Northern Ireland is excited to announce the launch of its school uniform range in stores from Monday 1st July, with prices starting at just £1.50. Combining exceptional quality with amazingly low prices, families across the region will bag more than a bargain
TITANIC Belfast has announced the return of a free summer exhibition in partnership with Terry Bradley Art following the huge success of last year’s inaugural event. Dockers & Dolls – The Art of Terry Bradley runs daily from Monday 1st July until
Titanic Belfast Launches New Terry Bradley Exhibition And Immersive Experience Read Post »
Jet2Villas has been named as a Which? Recommended Provider for the second year running, after once again finishing top of Which?’s Self-Catering Accommodation Abroad survey. Jet2Villas, the villa proposition from Jet2holidays, received the highest customer score in Which?’s survey of self-catering accommodation providers and was named as the ‘Best villa
Jet2Villas Recognised As Which? Recommended Provider Again Read Post »
Visit Belfast and ICC Belfast have hit the top spot in two major categories at this year’s micebook awards 2024, recognising their commitment to delivering world-class events with excellence, innovation and impact. Visit Belfast secured the ‘Best Convention Bureau’ title
Belfast Celebrates Double Win At Prestigious Micebook Awards Read Post »
Two teenagers from Northern Ireland are among a group of 15 young people from across the UK who will make up a new forum of young people to advise the NSPCC, politicians, regulators, parents and professionals about the best way to protect
The deadline for entries to the 2024 Social Enterprise Northern Ireland Awards has been extended until midnight on Wednesday, July 31. This extension gives social enterprises the opportunity to submit their entries for one of the 16 prestigious awards. These
Deadline For Applications Extended For NI Social Enterprise Awards 2024 Read Post »
The award-winning journalist who was at the forefront of reporting on the Post Office Horizon scandal is set to headline a major new event in Belfast this year, it is announced today. Nick Wallis – who presented, produced, and consulted
Lidl, one of the largest retailers, and WWF, one of the world’s largest independent conservation organisations, announced the start of a new five-year international and strategic partnership active in 31 countries. The long-term cooperation with WWF will focus on working along
Lidl And WWF Launch Ambitious International Partnership Read Post »
The well known SOMA Festival will be returning to Castlewellan, County Down later this month with a whole host of musical performances, exciting activities and holistic experiences. Running from July 19-21, the ever-popular SOMA Festival will feature a variety of
SOMA FEST 2024 Returns To Castlewellan This Month Read Post »
Translink will be running additional bus substitution services from early July when changes to train timetables come into effect to facilitate rail infrastructure works for the new Belfast Grand Central Station, on track for operational opening this autumn. Passengers are
Translink Announces Train Timetable Changes And Bus Substitutions During Works Read Post »
New research has discovered which countries outside of England and Wales have produced the most Premier League players, with Ireland ranking third. The Premier League is comprised of football teams from England and Wales, with players from all over the
BEEFSTEAK CLUB WINES has teamed up with award-winning chef Niall McKenna and his Waterman Restaurant in Belfast to host a special culinary experience for local wine enthusiasts and food lovers. Distributed in Northern Ireland by Craigavon-based United Wines, Beefsteak Club
Beefsteak Club And Waterman House Launch ‘wine To Dine For’ Event Read Post »
Bangor based bespoke joinery company, Aspire Create has secured two new contracts worth over £1million in Great Britain. Aspire Create provides specialist joinery and interior fit out services for the retail, commercial, and hospitality sectors throughout the UK and Ireland.
Aspire Create To Expand Its Team Following £1m Contract Wins In Great Britain Read Post »
Whether you’ve planned months ahead or are arranging a last-minute getaway, many Brits eagerly anticipate their summer holidays. However, the costs of travel, accommodation, and activities can quickly add up. Booking last-minute can be particularly expensive, so whether you’re still
10 Budget Friendly Holiday Secrets REVEALED Read Post »
Legacy Wealth Management has joined NI Chamber’s growing list of Patron organisations. The financial planning experts have partnered with the leading business membership organisation, in a demonstration of commitment to business and economic growth across Northern Ireland. Welcoming the partnership,
Legacy Wealth Management Is New NI Chamber Patron Read Post »
Translink has launched a significant update to its mLink mobile ticketing app and is calling on both current users and new passengers to download the new version today! With a striking new look, the new version will replace the current
Translink Calls On Passengers To Download The New Mlink App Read Post »
Danske Bank has been awarded the Gold Diversity Mark, becoming the first bank in Northern Ireland and only the second company to achieve the top accreditation for its commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Diversity Mark was founded
RunThrough, the UK’s largest and Europe’s fastest growing running events company, is pleased to preview the return of the Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Running Festival on Sunday, July 28th 2024. This highly anticipated event, set against the scenic backdrop of
A whole host of family fun activities is planned to take place at Belfast’s City Hall in conjunction with the annual parades to commemorate The Twelfth. Created to complement the July 12 parades, Orangefest 2024 will take place from 10am-4pm
Orangefest Celebrations Set For July 12 At Belfast City Hall Read Post »
With University graduates finishing off their degrees and eagerly awaiting the results of years of studying, come June, many graduates will be wondering where they might move to, to soak up the culture and experience of a different city. To
Belfast Is Ranked As One Of The Best Cities To Move To After University Read Post »
The recently retired Cookstown native will lead 66 teams from all four corners of the globe through the streets of Coleraine on Sunday 21st July, before officially declaring the 2024 tournament open at the Coleraine Showgrounds. Dallas shone at the
Karen Walsh stepped up to the style stakes at this year’s Younique Aesthetics Best Dressed Lady competition which took place on day two of the BoyleSports Summer Festival of Racing at Down Royal Racecourse. Racing fans and fashion fanatics headed
County Down Woman Is Crowned Younique Aesthetics Best Dressed On Ladies Day Read Post »
One of Ireland’s leading workspace providers, Glandore has officially opened its latest office space in Belfast, following a sustainable renovation, making it the occupier of the entire building at Arthur Place in the city centre. Arthur Place, which offers suites
Glandore Officially Open Belfast’s Newest Sustainable Shared Workspace Arthur Place Read Post »
Retailer recognised for local partnership helping support those with learning difficulties and autism into employment Marks & Spencer has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ at a recent graduation event held by The NOW Group – an organisation dedicated to
M&S Named Employer Of The Year By Now Group Read Post »
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre, is inviting families to roll out the picnic blanket and gather around this summer as it unveils its brand-new event at the Antrim and Lisburn stores, Teddy Bears’ Picnic, where children get to make
Dobbies’ Antrim And Lisburn Stores Hosts Brand-New Children’s Summer Event Read Post »
Telefónica Tech UK&I has reached a significant milestone in its delivery of a five-year IT managed services contract to support encompass, the health and social care programme that is creating a single digital care record for every citizen who receives health
Telefónica Tech Supports Encompass In The Roll-Out Of Digital Patient Records Read Post »
CRICKET clubs across Northern Ireland could be bowled over by a £1,000 cash prize this summer, thanks to a campaign by KP Snacks (NI) to support its partnership with blockbuster cricket competition The Hundred. Starting on Tuesday July 23, The Hundred is an action-packed televised 100-ball cricket
Kp Snacks Stumps Up £1,000 For Local Cricket Clubs Read Post »
Over 150 “Rockies” who make up some of the thousands of Rock Choir members in the UK hit the road on Friday 21st June, bringing their unique sounds on a tour across Northern Ireland. Celebrating World Music Day 2024, three
Rock Choir Hit The Road To Celebrate World Music Day 2024 Read Post »
