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“When I was serving fish and chips in my parents’ chip shop in Portrush I never thought someone one like me would get to serve on a board in the public and third sectors.” Reflecting back on when she was […]
Five Minutes With Eileen Mullan Read Post »
Belfast woman Mary Anne Farenden, 29, is set to appear in episode three of RTE’s popular horticulture show ‘Super Garden’ tonight Thursday May 5. The architect graduate, artist and singer joins four other budding designers from across Ireland who are
Belfast Woman Set To Star In RTE’s Super Garden Show Tonight Read Post »
Applications for this year’s Boardroom Apprentice programme are now open and available on the official Boardroom Apprentice website. Open to those aged 16 or over from all backgrounds and all abilities, this unique board learning and development programme is looking
Applications For Boardroom Apprentice 2022 Are Open Read Post »
The manager of the Cathedral Quarter Business Improvement District has called statutory agencies in the city to re-consider the impact of a thriving and growing Cathedral Quarter on baseline service provision. Damien Corr, CQ BID manager, said: “There is a
With top quality accommodation and a warm Ballygally welcome, Johnny and Dee Mulvenna have been further developing their bed and breakfast and self-catering facilities. BallyCairn House B & B, The Barn at BallyCairn and BallyCairn Studio offer a range of
Staycation Or Destination For International Visitors – BallyCairn Is The Place Read Post »
The Boardroom Apprentice programme is set to return this year as applications for this year’s apprentices are set to open on May 3. A UK first, the Boardroom Apprentice is a 12-month unique board learning, development and placement programme which
Boardroom Apprentice Programme Set To Return Next Month Read Post »
The world’s fastest growing water sport can be enjoyed all-year round in Carrickfergus with WaveRides Paddleboarding now offering a range of classes in the coastal town’s sheltered harbour. A mixture of punting, surfing and canoeing, paddleboarding is taught by Robbie
Paddleboarding Sensation In Carrickfergus Read Post »
Derry City & Strabane District Council has announced it is hosting a pilot careers inspiration event for over 700 Year 9 pupils called 4C UR Future LIVE in June 2022. Designed and delivered by local social enterprise, 4C UR Future,
Glenview Farm Equine Learning Centre provides a unique blend of pony parties, play dates and riding lessons for adults and children, complemented by specialist therapeutic horse riding, in the picturesque countryside between Slemish mountain and the coastal village of Glenarm.
Ponies, Fun, Learning And Therapy On Offer At Glenview Farm Read Post »
The demand for Slow Food in Northern Ireland has soared over the last decade, thanks to a change in consumer preference and attitude towards their food choices and following the launch of Slow Food Causeway by Taste Causeway in November
Slow Food Philosophies Positively Embraced By The People Of Northern Ireland Read Post »
Founder of the Northern Ireland based female only networking group, Sinead Norton, is encouraging women in business across the UK and beyond to join the movement and reap the benefits of being a part of a like minded community dedicated
Mums At Work Founder Encourages Female Entrepreneurs To Join The Growing Movement Read Post »
Paula McIntyre Since the age of 14, Aghadowey-born Paula McIntyre MBE, has had a passion for cooking and appreciating the local taste of her Causeway Coast and Glens surroundings which have paved the way to her successful professional career as
Cairndhu Golf Course’s unique position as the only headland course in Northern Ireland means golfers can face a unique challenge and relax afterwards with a tasty meal at the New Fairways Restaurant and Bar. As the host of the NI
Cairndhu Golf Club: Golfing, Dining And More Amidst Spectacular Views Read Post »
Slow Food Causeway might be coming to an end this month, but there are still plenty of amazing foodie experiences happening on the Causeway Coast. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly Easter day out or wanting to kick back and
7 Taste Causeway Experiences Happening This Month Read Post »
A local artisan drinks manufacturer is set to open a second location of its successful Gin School in the trendy Cathedral Quarter bar, The Thirsty Goat next month, after receiving support from Mallusk Enterprise Park to grow and diversify their
What started out as a hobby for Dawn Demain, owner of Carnlough-based Antrim Rain Natural Soap Co., has turned into a successful brand, gift shop and tourist experience. Initially making soap to pass the time and give them out as
Learn the Secrets of Soap Making in Ebb & Flow’s Workshops and Live Demonstrations Read Post »
A centuries old crofter’s cottage in Islandmagee has been given a new lease of life thanks to a loving restoration and sensitive modernisation, making it the perfect retreat and launching pad to explore the best of the Causeway Coastal Route.
Historic Cloghfin Cottage Receives New Lease of Life Read Post »
Northern Ireland’s business community is coming together to support the delivery of industry-led careers inspiration events across the province, engaging almost 7,500 Year 9 pupils in June 2022. 4C UR Future LIVE is an innovative and fast-paced event that uses
NI Businesses Play Their Part In Industry-Led Careers Inspiration Events By 4C UR Future Read Post »
Northern Ireland specialist recruitment company, Tyson Wilson Recruitment is the first recruitment agency to be awarded a gold level innovator award from Innovate NI, on behalf of the Department for the Economy.The government backed scheme helps businesses across Northern Ireland
Top Recruitment Agency Is The First To Win Gold Standard For Innovation Read Post »
Milliken Tours Ireland have taken the tour market to new heights with their bespoke experiences that take visitors to well known attractions, alongside lesser known sites and scenery. Husband and wife team, Seamus and Bridie Milliken, are both qualified tour
Touring Across Antrim’s Lesser Known Trails Read Post »
It was a pack of cards and an encounter with a famous comedian and magician that turned the young Steve Wilson from curious teenager into budding child magician. Little did he know then that these experiences would lead to a
From 80’s Punk Star To Magician, Welcome To The Oddly Unique And World Of Mr Wizzy Read Post »
The self-proclaimed Jack of all trades, Hillas Smith aka Mr H, is a popular circus and street performer for Circusful, formerly known as Belfast Community Circus School. As well as performing, Hillas plays an active role in leading outreach programmes
Belfast Circus Scene So Good Performer Hillas Made City His Home Read Post »
‘Carved at the Castle’ offers a variety of unique traditional craft courses, giving you the chance to learn how to create something distinctive in limestone that is 74 million years old. Run by The Rock Stone Masonry in the picturesque
Learning to Carve Into Ancient Limestone 74 Million Years Old Read Post »
Exclusive NI Tours new fleet of Range Rovers and XJ Jaguars is offering visitors tours and chauffeur services that transport them in the lap of luxury and deliver special bespoke experiences. Owner, Trevor Patterson believes that personal service and luxury
See The Sights of Northern Ireland In Unparalleled Luxury Read Post »
The Curran Court Hotel has been a major feature of Larne for more than fifty years. Speak to anyone in Larne and they’ll talk fondly of the Curran Court; such is its special place in the hearts of the local
The Hotel That’s At The Gateway To The Glens Read Post »
Where do you go to get your groceries? If your first thought was your local supermarket, you are not alone. Shopping in large grocery stores became the norm for many of us, and we rely on these outlets more than
Breaking The Industrial Cycle With Slow Food Read Post »
Since November 2021, the topic of Slow Food has been on everyone’s lips thanks to the Slow Food Causeway campaign which launched in November 2021. For the past four months, both producers and businesses alike have been busy putting on
6 Tips For Customers Who Want To Embrace Slow Food Read Post »
Major Industry recruitment campaign critical part of a strategy to address staffing issues and skills shortages Northern Ireland’s hospitality and tourism industry has been one of the economic success stories, but even before the pandemic skills shortages were hitting the
People With Passion Fit Perfectly In Hospitality And Tourism Sector Read Post »
Whether you are on a hunt for a job or looking for a career change, the hospitality and tourism industry has many opportunities for you. From front of house and housekeeping positions to customer services and management opportunities, you are
Drawing on the highs and lows of her tumultuous journey as a woman in the international performing industry, West Belfast born actor, broadcaster and singer, Pauline Carville, is finally ready to break her silence to inspire others to not make
Local social enterprise, 4C UR Future, have secured seed funding from The James Kane Foundation to develop and launch a first-generation Careers Portal to help involve, inform, and inspire young people from Northern Ireland to make more empowered education and
Social Enterprise, 4C UR Future, Secure Seed Funding From The James Kane Foundation Read Post »
Translink is marking International Women’s Day with a brand-new format for their monthly Novel Journeys Book Club. The online book club, in partnership with independent bookstore No Alibis has marked its anniversary with an expanded offering for its second year.
Local Author on board with Translink’s Novel Journeys for International Women’s Day Read Post »
As the industry begins to look forward after the impacts of the pandemic and Brexit before that, there are key roles that are waiting to be filled. We as consumers mostly experience customer-facing roles, but there is so much more
