Get ready to dive into the pulsating heart of modern-day Belfast with Lucy McMullan’s long-anticipated debut novel, “Belles of Belfast,” hit the shelves this week. This empowering and steamy tale promises to captivate readers with its blend of humour, romance, […]
Ahead of the busy sports calendar this summer, Asda has relaunched it’s ‘Happy to Chat’ initiative, which offers its delivery drivers in NI the option to add a ‘Happy to Chat about the game’ badge to their uniform to let customers know
The Stena Line Belfast Giants are pleased to announce the signing of 26-year-old defenceman Bo Hanson for the 2024/25 season. From Boise, the Idaho native arrives in Belfast having spent the 2023/24 season with Aalborg Pirates, notching 34 total points
Hanson Joins Giants For 2024/25 Season Read Post »
Belfast International Arts Festival, the city’s longest-running international celebration of arts and culture, returns for its 62nd edition this autumn with a jam-packed programme of global artists converging across the city. The festival returns from 16th October – 20th November and ahead of its full
According to the Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID), 1 in 5 adults in Northern Ireland are either deaf or suffering from hearing loss and a further 1 in 8 are affected by tinnitus; meaning more than 300,000 people
Sun, Sand, and Sound – Hot Tips for Hearing on Holidays Read Post »
Run Together aims to raise £30K for Action Cancer Leading convenience retailer Centra is calling on runners and walkers to take part in its annual fundraising event, Run Together, which is back for 2024, and promises to be another fantastic
Centra Run Together Back In Ormeau Park For 2024 Read Post »
Free of charge business advice series open to all retailers Enterprise support service Go Succeed has launched a new series of masterclasses designed to help retailers supercharge their businesses in the digital age. The online events are open to business
Retailers Invited To Supercharge Their Businesses With Go Succeed Read Post »
Almost 30 local creative projects will take place across Belfast this summer and into the autumn, thanks to funding from Belfast City Council’s Belfast 2024 programme. 29 schemes will share £50,000 from ‘The Bank of Ideas’ – a innovative participatory
Summer Of Creativity Ahead As ‘bank Of Ideas’ Recipients Are Announced Read Post »
Advice NI has launched Living Wage NI, an initiative aimed at increasing the Real Living Wage amongst employers across Northern Ireland. As the official regional partner for the Living Wage movement, Advice NI will advocate for fair wages and support
1 In 5 Employees In NI Are Paid Below The Real Living Wage, The Highest Across The UK Read Post »
Blaney Group’s Quad-X and Blaney Agri, based in Ahoghill, Co Antrim, have built a reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality attachments for various types of vehicles. Quad-X specialises in attachments for ATVs and UTVs, while Blaney Agri focuses on tractor attachments.
Quad-X And Blaney Agri: Revolutionising The Industry With Customer-Centric Innovation Read Post »
Team members from Ulster Bank are participating in a UK-wide baton relay to raise funds for charity in the run up to Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Local charities including the NI Hospice, NI Children’s Hospice, Northern Ireland Pancreatic Cancer (NIPANC),
Northern Ireland’s weak skills system must change to ensure the local economy can be competitive and attractive into the future, a new report urges today. The Institute of Directors (IoD) NI Skills & Workplace Forum Action Report sets out a
TITANIC Belfast has announced the creation of a new initiative that has already seen £147,000 set aside to help make a lasting impact for people and communities across Belfast and beyond. In February 2023, the world-leading visitor attraction committed to
Leading Visitor Attraction Making A Titanic Impact On Local Communities Read Post »
The hospitality firm behind some of Belfast’s most successful operations including two hotels the Flint and The 1852 and bar restaurants Town Square and Southside Social, has embarked on a fresh investment plan to extend its reach across Belfast. Founded
Ringland Group Breathes New Life Into Belfast’s Hospitality Offer Read Post »
Ireland’s oldest ice cream producer, Morelli’s Ice Cream, has partnered with Devil’s Churn and North Coast Smokehouse to create a brand-new ice cream flavour to tickle the tastebuds of sweet – and salted – treat fans this summer. The limited
Morelli’s Ice Cream And Devil’s Churn Collaborate On New Fiery Flavour Read Post »
Translink has announced Metro timetable changes from 1st July, as well as some bus stop changes in Belfast City Centre. These changes are being introduced to ensure people can continue to move into and around Belfast as significant public realm
Metro Stop And Timetable Changes From 1st July Read Post »
After announcing a renewed supply agreement with Hastings Hotels and facilitating their new partnership with local coffee roasters S.D. Bell & Co., Henderson Foodservice joined together with the local brands and coffee specialists, Matthew Algie, to showcase Hastings Hotels’ coffee
Henderson Foodservice Renews 20-Year Supply Deal With Hastings Hotels Read Post »
Hospitality Exchange 2024 is delighted to announce that acclaimed chef Mark Birchall, Chef-patron of Moor Hall, will be headlining this year’s event. As the countdown begins to the most anticipated conference in the hospitality sector, set to take place on
Renowned Chef Mark Birchall to Headline Hospitality Exchange 2024 Read Post »
Cinemagic has launched its annual call for young film enthusiasts to take on the role of ‘film consultants’ this July, to participate in workshops and film screenings to help programme a series of films for the annual Cinemagic Festival that
Cinemagic Young Film Programmers’ Summer Scheme Launches for 2024 Read Post »
Women’s clothing retailer, Bonmarché, is set to open its doors at The Junction Retail and Leisure Park, Antrim on Thursday 27th July, bringing the 20-year-old scheme to 84% occupancy. Taking a 2,396 sq ft unit, Bonmarché will join the scheme’s
Bonmarché Set To Open Its Doors At The Junction This July Read Post »
Northern Ireland’s leading, local charity Action Cancer has hosted an International Skin Cancer Conference at the Belfast Harbour Commissioners’ Office. Non-melanoma skin cancer is Northern Ireland’s most prevalent type of cancer with melanoma continuing to increase UK wide. Action Cancer’s
Action Cancer Hosts International Skin Cancer Conference Read Post »
Aspiring board members are being invited to apply for Arts & Business NI’s Leaders on Arts Boards programme, a pioneering professional development and Board placement initiative, which is open to individuals of all ages, abilities and backgrounds who are interested
Callout For Future Leaders On Arts Boards 2024 Read Post »
Lidl Northern Ireland is set to give a ‘Kickstart’ to a new batch of 13 local producers from across the region who successfully earned a place on the retailer’s coveted Kickstart Supplier Development Programme – an initiative that the retailer
The Grand Opera House Trust’s Summer Youth Production returns on Thursday 18 July with an unmissable production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s award-winning masterpiece, Sunset Boulevard. One of the most powerful and memorable musicals, Sunset Boulevard marks the thirteenth Summer Youth Production by the
Young Stars Set To Light Up The Stage In Sunset Boulevard Read Post »
The Stena Line Belfast Giants are pleased to announce two upcoming fixtures against Carleton University and the University of Alberta as part of the club’s pre-season preparations. Having already been announced to be facing off against the Cardiff Devils and
Belfast Giants To Play Canadian Universities In Pre-Season Friendlies Read Post »
SuperCupNI, one of the world’s most renowned youth football tournaments, has announced the renewal of its partnership with BuyTicketApp, a Magherafelt-based ticketing platform, for the 2024 tournament. The deal marks the third consecutive year that the prestigious youth football tournament has collaborated with
SuperCupNI Partners With Magherafelt-Based BuyTicketApp For 2024 Tournament Read Post »
Children in Northern Ireland can identify unhealthy food brands before they can say their ABCs, says Safefood, as they launch a new public health campaign to tackle overweight and obesity and protect children’s health. Safefood – the public body responsible
Speaking about this issue, Kevin Higgins, Head of Policy, Advice NI said: “We understand that there were about 30,000 households in receipt of Tax Credits and none of the other legacy benefits, and so in scope to receive a Migration
Advice NI Calls On Tax Credit Claimants To Act ‘Before It’s Too Late’ Read Post »
The Stena Line Belfast Giants are pleased to announce the signing of 25-year-old forward Grant Mismash for the 2024/25 season. From Minnesota, Mismash arrives in Belfast having spent the 2023/24 season with Swedish side Österunds IK and Stjernen Hockey in
Belfast Giants Secure Signing Of Grant Mismash For 2024/25 Season Read Post »
Two beauty businesses in Coleraine have walked away with trophies from the prestigious NI Beauty Excellence Awards 2024. The two businesses in Coleraine to scoop up prizes were Romaya Hair Makeup and Brows for Hair Salon of the Year (Small)
Coleraine Beauty Businesses Celebrate Success At Prestigious Award Ceremony Read Post »
Christine Mackin, the founder of Radiance Beauty and Day Spa in south Belfast has been recognised for her contribution to the beauty industry at the 2024 NI Beauty Excellence Awards. The salon on Upper Lisburn Road has been operating since
Philanthropic Beauty Entrepreneur Wins Top Award At Prestigious Ceremony Read Post »
Danske Bank has today announced the renewal of its Ulster Rugby Schools’ sponsorship for another three years, reaffirming its commitment to helping young people to thrive through sport. The new sponsorship deal will see Danske Bank continue its partnership and
Danske Bank Extends Ulster Rugby Schools’ Sponsorship Read Post »
The Eco-Schools programme, a renowned global initiative led by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) that aims to create environmental awareness and action, is celebrating its 30th anniversary in Northern Ireland. The milestone is being marked by a celebration event
Eco-Schools Programme Celebrates 30 Years In Northern Ireland Read Post »
