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Belfast 247 On Air is our local community radio station playing all the greatest hits from the 60s to today. From The Beatles, Cher and Abba to Queen, Dolly Parton and Lady Gaga the station is full of anthemic tunes that shaped generations.
But we don’t just support the greats, we also feature new tunes by local music talent from across Northern Ireland.
Ulster Bank colleagues have kickstarted their 2024 fundraising campaign by sponsoring the NI Hospice’s Dragon Boat Race. The event took place on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th September and saw hundreds of people compete with their families, clubs and businesses, as they […]
Ulster Bank Races To Support NI Hospice Read Post »
Belfast Film Festival returns for its 24th edition from 31st October to 9th November, opening with a Halloween night screening of Irish language horror Fréwaka, written and directed by Aislinn Clarke. After receiving rave reviews at its world premiere in
As the summer draws to a close, Morelli’s Ice Cream, Ireland’s oldest ice cream producer, has revealed 2024’s most popular buying trends of Derry-Londonderry ice cream lovers. Morelli’s Ice Cream, which has 21 locations in County Derry-Londonderry including Morelli’s Ice
Derry-Londonderry’s Favourite Ice Cream Flavour Revealed By Morelli’s Ice Cream Read Post »
Queen’s University, Belfast is once again crowned the number one university in Northern Ireland, according to The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. It rises five places to hit the national top 30 ranking 26th. The university where the Irish
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have put their Summer programme on sale for 2026 earlier than ever before, with flights and holidays to 21 sun and leisure city destinations now available to book from Belfast International Airport. The leading leisure airline and UK’s largest tour operator have responded
Captain Mark Cooper led by example as his hat-trick helped the Stena Line Belfast Giants pick up the two points in their opening Elite League game of the season as they cruised to a 7-3 win over the Manchester Storm
Cooper Hat-Trick Helps Giants Storm To Opening League Win Read Post »
In a bid to improve physical and mental health, save money and reduce carbon emissions, more than 1,400 people across Northern Ireland swapped the car in favour of active journeys earlier this year. And the winners of the 2024 Active Travel Challenge
Active Travel Awards Highlight Cash & Carbon Savings Read Post »
BarCamp Belfast has cemented its plans to bring an unconventional open-environment conference for collaborative business development and casual networking to Northern Ireland’s capital in two weeks. The event on October 4 will move away from traditional conferences to bring an
BarCamp Belfast Tech ‘Un’conference’ Announced For Oh Yeah Music Centre Next Month Read Post »
Dobbies Garden Centres is embracing the autumn season with a series of free-to-attend events at its Antrim and Lisburn stores throughout October, including Grow How, Little Seedlings Club and Little Seedlings Holiday Club. These seasonal activities aim to inspire gardening
Autumn Adventures At Dobbies’ Antrim And Lisburn Stores Read Post »
WaterSafe, the UK national register of approved plumbers, is sharing top tips for residents looking to move home this autumn. These tips are designed to prevent problems with leaks, bursts or potential contamination later down the line. Find your internal
Moving Home? Follow WaterSafe’s Top Plumbing Tips Read Post »
Henderson Foodservice has collected a number of awards in the past week, ranging from online sales success to management and business strategy. The company, a division of Henderson Group and headquartered in Mallusk, took home a top Award at the
Henderson Foodservice Collects Number Of Awards In One Week Thanks To Sales Success Read Post »
Award-winning Northern Irish craft distillery, Copeland Distillery, has marked one year since it landed in the World Duty Free store at Belfast City Airport. Since its launch, Copeland Distillery has expanded its available range with passengers, regardless of their destination,
A Toast To Success: Copeland Distillery Celebrates One Year At Belfast City Airport Read Post »
Two great partnerships have been shared for the 2024 GNIMAG Award, which will be brought to Belfast in November. Danske Bank is the headline sponsor this year, for the first time, following previous years of winning the Financial Institution Award.
GNIMAG Award Partnerships Announced With Danske Bank Taking Headline Position Read Post »
Northern Irish ballet dancer and a First Soloist with the Royal Ballet, London, Melissa Hamilton returns to her home stage of Belfast’s Grand Opera House for three performances only of a special Ballet Gala. This extraordinary, once in a lifetime
CGI one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, has been selected by the Department of Justice, Northern Ireland Courts and Tribunals Service (NICTS) as the delivery partner for its flagship business transformation program,
A former nursing student with a cancer diagnosis has settled a disability discrimination case against Queen’s University Belfast for £25,000. The case was supported by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Natasha Bradshaw was diagnosed with cancer in 2019. The following year,
Former Nursing Student With A Cancer Diagnosis Settles Discrimination Case Against QUB Read Post »
As the weather is getting colder and wetter, households are being encouraged to tackle mould issues with homemade remedies instead of spending money on pricey store-bought solutions. Interior experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have revealed simple solutions for getting rid of black mould and
Homemade Remedies For Eliminating Black Mould Read Post »
In September 2004, Jet2.com welcomed its first customers onboard at Belfast International Airport, and today over five million happy holidaymakers later, the leading leisure airline is celebrating 20 years since its first day of flying from the airport. To mark
Jet2.Com Celebrates 20 Years Of Award-Winning Flights From Belfast International Airport Read Post »
SENI announced the launch of the long-awaited Social Enterprise Directory at their Meet the Procurer, Tuesday, 24th September, alongside Economy Minister Conor Murphy. The unique event bridged the gap between Social Enterprises and private and public sectors organisations, hosting a
The 4 Star Ebrington Hotel, the latest luxury addition to Derry~Londonderry’s thriving accommodation scene, has been honoured as AA Hotel of the Year for Northern Ireland at the prestigious 2024 AA Hospitality Awards in London. This accolade arrives just over a year after
EY Northern Ireland is proud to announce a new two-year charity partnership with Northern Ireland’s leading local cancer charity, Action Cancer. The funds raised over the next two years will enable the charity to purchase new dermatoscopes, vital tools for
Action Cancer and EY Northern Ireland Announce Two-Year Charity Partnership Read Post »
Luxury mattress experts at WinstonsBeds.com have shared five signs which indicate their mattress has reached the end of its life. Whilst visible signs of wear and tear can be a clear indication to change the mattress, there are some signs
Five Signs You Should Change Your Mattress Read Post »
This week over 200 social workers from across Northern Ireland are being recognised at the Professional in Practice Awards, for their contribution to the future of social work through learning and development. Now in its 19th year, the Northern Ireland
Over 200 Social Workers Celebrated For Learning and Development Excellence Read Post »
Mivan, a global leader in luxury fit-out and marine outfitting has been named as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies. The announcement was made at a prestigious awards ceremony in Dublin last night. Mivan was one of only two Northern
Best Managed Company in All Ireland Awards Programme Read Post »
The popular John O’Neill Folk and Traditional Music Festival returns to Donaghmore from 27 to 29 September. Bringing a blend of familiar faces and new talent to the Old Cross Arts Centre, the festival weekend is dedicated to honouring the
John O’Neill Folk And Traditional Music Festival Read Post »
By Nicola Morgan In today’s world, we are fortunate to have access to remarkable medical advancements. From the discovery of penicillin to the development of X-rays and MRIs, these innovations have transformed healthcare, saving countless lives. Hospitals and doctors are
Expectant Mums Urged to Reclaim Power Over Their Birth Experience Read Post »
Women in tech organisation TechFoundHer is set to host an Innovation Lunch & Learn in Belfast on Monday, 30th September, as part of Belfast Tech Week. The event will spotlight three women-led tech startups, Medicube Health, HedgeHog Financial Wellness and
Women Founders to Share Tech Innovations at Belfast Lunch & Learn Event Read Post »
THE Magherafelt-based Oakleaf Group has acquired the popular Hagan’s Bar in Dungannon for an undisclosed sum. A mainstay in the heart of Dungannon for more than half a century, the bar has been in the Hagan family since 1969 when it was purchased by
Oakleaf Leisure Group Acquires Hagan’s Bar In Dungannon Read Post »
Down Royal Racecourse has announced the launch of its first-ever dog show ‘Dog Royal’ with Naturo, the premium pet food brand from Mackle Petfoods, taking the lead as headline sponsor. This exciting event will take place on Saturday 12th October,
Over 50 grassroots sports clubs, 33 of which are based in Northern Ireland, have benefited this year from broadband provider Fibrus’ Play it Forward Fund, which aims to support children’s sports clubs in rural communities. The fund, which is now
Fibrus Allocates £100,000 To Grassroots Sports Clubs Through Play It Forward Fund Read Post »
Walking has become increasingly popular as the preferred exercise for many people. It is easy to do and doesn’t require any special equipment. The World Health Organization recommends adults aged 18-64 engage in moderate-intensity aerobic activities like brisk walking for 150-300 minutes
Look At How You Walk: Sports Physiotherapist Says Walking Is Not Always Beneficial Read Post »
One of the most anticipated new bars in Belfast, Amelia Hall on Belfast’s Howard Street opened to the public on Saturday 7th September. The beer hall, pizzeria, and terrace has undergone a series of trials to test kitchens, bars and
Amelia Hall Opens Following Series Of Exhaustive Trials And Tests Read Post »
More than 100 employers across Northern Ireland have now committed to paying the real Living Wage, a significant milestone that highlights the region’s growing dedication to fair pay. The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate independently calculated
Over 100 Employers In NI Now Accredited As Real Living Wage Employers Read Post »
