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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.
Women in tech organisation TechFoundHer has opened applications for its highly anticipated Innovation Labs, a 8 week programme designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the tools and skills needed to innovate with technology. The forward-thinking initiative will empower women who […]
TechFoundHer Launches Groundbreaking Innovation Labs Programme Read Post »
The Dunadry Hotel & Gardens has enhanced its appeal to the visitor and corporate markets with the opening of The Cellar, a private venue to showcase and taste an extensive range of premium Irish whiskeys and fine wines. The new
High Spirits as Dunadry Hotel & Garden Unveils New Whiskey Experience Read Post »
A Northern Ireland disability rights campaigner has launched a new initiative that will allow wheelchair users to enjoy ‘all inclusive’ accessibility at local hospitality venues and hotels. Shelley Cowan, from Enniskillen, was confined to bed, tube fed and unable to
Tourists With Disabilities In NI Are Being Failed Says Campaigner Shelley Cowan Read Post »
Translink and key stakeholders who contributed to the design of accessibility features within Belfast Grand Central Station have launched a new Accessibility Guide available both to download and in audio. The guide to help passengers journey plan and navigate Belfast
Translink Launches Accessibility Guide for Users of Belfast Grand Central Station Read Post »
The SSE Arena, Belfast is pleased to announce the expansion of its concourse food and beverage offerings, with the introduction of a new fresh pizza unit, loaded fries’ stand, upgraded sweet treat station, and additions to its existing hot food
The SSE Arena, Belfast Introduces Enhanced Concourse Food and Beverage Offerings Read Post »
More than 500 people have taken on Air Ambulance NI’s Runway Run 5K at Belfast City Airport, raising in excess of £35,000 for the charity. The event, which is the first of its kind for Air Ambulance NI, saw businesses
Air Ambulance Runway Run at Belfast City Airport Raises £35,000 Read Post »
Co-Ownership, Northern Ireland’s only shared ownership housing provider, has announced the recipients of its 2024 Community Fund. £20,000 has been allocated to three local organisations —Housing Rights, Street Soccer NI and Tempo Community Association. The Community Fund reflects Co-Ownership’s ongoing commitment
Co-Ownership Awards Over £20,000 to Community Projects Read Post »
Science and technology hub Catalyst said today it will be seeking to appoint a new chairman of its Board after current chair Ellvena Graham announced her intention to step down from the role at the end of this year. Catalyst
Catalyst Launches Process to Appoint New Board Chair Read Post »
The Odyssey Trust has started the countdown to the 2024 Friendship Four U.S. college ice hockey tournament, with representatives from competing universities joining the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Micky Murray, at Belfast City Hall. With both individual game tickets
Belfast Lord Mayor Welcomes U.S. Ice Hockey Team for Countdown to Friendship Four Read Post »
Galvia AI, one of Ireland’s leading AI companies, has today announced the launch of the new Galvia AI Adoption Accelerator Programme designed to make artificial intelligence (AI) accessible to SMEs in all sectors across Ireland. Hosted at Galway’s innovation hub
Galvia AI launches new accelerator programme to simplify AI adoption for Irish SMEs Read Post »
September is a key month in any parents’ calendars, with the start of the academic year meaning a whole new experience for three and four year olds: nursery. Starting nursery school or creche is a huge milestone for any child
17-year-old fencer and Lisburn local Sean Chen is the latest athlete to be awarded £500 as part of the annual Mary Peters Trust and Hughes Insurance bursary programme, designed to support young athletes in reaching their full potential. Sean’s journey
En Garde: Lisburn Fencing Star Sean Secures £500 Bursary Read Post »
The application of VAT to school fees would make private school unaffordable for one in three (33%) of parents questioned while 36% say they would look for a cheaper alternative and 20% say asking family for financial help would be
Study Reveals Private School Parents Increasingly Worry About Affording Fees Read Post »
A Newry-based entrepreneur has realised her dream of returning from North America to set up her own physiotherapy and Pilates practice, after receiving help through the government backed Go Succeed service. Catherine Elliott, originally from the United States, moved with
New York To Newry – Local Woman Fulfils Business Dreams Read Post »
In a move that will reduce its annual carbon vehicle emissions by up to 90% compared with standard diesel, Belfast City Airport has introduced Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel across 100% of its fleet of airside vehicles and equipment. This
HVO Switch Reduces Belfast City Airport Vehicle Emissions Read Post »
Belfast City Airport’s Community Fund is now open for applications across Belfast, Ards and North Down until 30th September 2024. Belfast City Airport’s Community Fund, designed to provide funding to projects that have a positive impact in the local area, is
Belfast City Airport Helps Local Projects Take Flight Read Post »
This October, Action Cancer is calling on all types of businesses across Northern Ireland to get behind its annual Paint the Town Pink campaign, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and help raise vital funds for its life-saving breast screening service.
Paint The Town Pink This October Read Post »
TIGA, the trade association representing the UK’s video games industry, has revealed the shortlist for the TIGA UK Games Education Awards 2024. These awards recognise outstanding students, education providers and best practice. The winners of the 12 categories will be
TIGA Reveals Shortlist For UK Games Education Awards 2024 Read Post »
Magherafelt-based off-site construction firm, P McVey Building Systems, is investing £1.4 million in its business to scale into Great Britain, following significant growth in the Republic of Ireland market. P McVey specialises in the manufacture, sale, and hire of a
P McVey Building Systems Invests £1.4 Million To Expand Into Great Britain Read Post »
Getting caught up in a car accident can be a traumatic experience. It’s easy to panic and forget what you should do to ensure the accident is properly recorded and reported. Experienced personal injury attorneys John Foy & Associates reveal
How Can We Make Car Accidents Less Traumatic Experiences? Expert Reveals Vital Tips Read Post »
A comprehensive study of Instagram hashtag data has revealed the most picturesque proposal locations worldwide, with Paris topping almost 800 other scenic destinations. The study by online casino website Nieuwe Casino analysed the Instagram hashtags ‘#[location]engagement’, ‘#[location]proposal’, and ‘#[location]engaged’ combined
The Most Instagrammable Proposal Destinations In The World Read Post »
A sea of pink will sweep through Finnebrogue Estate when it hosts Action Cancer’s Breast Foot Forward fundraising walk on Sunday 29th September. The walk will take place just ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October and the charity is
Manufacturing firms in Northern Ireland must embrace resilience and innovation to thrive in today’s challenging economic landscape, according to Alan Lowry, Chair of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) NI Policy Board. Speaking ahead of the upcoming Manufacturing and Supply
A new study has revealed the top songs featured in summer playlists on Spotify, with Calvin Harris’s Summer coming out on top. The research, conducted by sweepstake casino, Vegas Gems, used the Spotify playlist tool, Playlist Miner to find all
The Top Ten Songs That Made Waves in Spotify Summer Playlists Read Post »
Outsource Group has partnered with California-based Palo Alto Networks – the world’s leading cyber security firm – in a new deal that sees the Antrim-headquartered company become the only Palo Alto Cortex Managed Security Service Provider Partner (MSSP) on the
Belfast City Airport has announced the incoming arrival of a new Northern Irish themed restaurant, Samson’s Kitchen & Bar, to its Departures Lounge. Creating 30 new jobs, Samson’s Kitchen & Bar will further enhance Belfast City Airport’s food and beverage
New Restaurant Scheduled For Landing At Belfast City Airport Read Post »
The Amgen Irish Open will return to Northern Ireland in 2024 with Royal County Down Golf Club hosting this year’s event from 11-15th September. Translink has worked with partner organisations including The European Tour, Tourism NI, Newry, Mourne & Down Council, PSNI and the
Translink Helps Fans Tee Off For Amgen Irish Open 2024 With Special Services Read Post »
The Amgen Irish Open 2024, Royal County Down Golf Club, County Down, 11 – 15 September. The 2024 Amgen Irish Open will take place at Royal County Down Golf Club, in Newcastle, Northern Ireland. World-class golf, live music, and the
10 Exciting Things to Do in Northern Ireland: September 9–15 Read Post »
The Northern Ireland Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition has revealed seven speakers who are set to appear on one of five stages during the September 12 event. Centring on logistics and sustainability, the day-long feat provides delegates with
Robotics, Automation & Digital Stage Speakers Announced For NI Manufacturing Expo Read Post »
Supermarkets are lining up to stock the UK’s first Fairtrade Fonio grain beer as shoppers increasingly switch to Fairtrade. Brewgooder Fairtrade Fonio Session IPA is now available at Co-op, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose, as well as on British Airways flights. It comes
Private equity firm Cordovan Capital Management is pleased to announce the acquisition of insulation and solar PV installation provider BlueBuild. This represents the ninth investment closed by its institutional fund vehicle, Cordovan Capital Partners II LP. Founded in 2011, BlueBuild
Cordovan Capital Management Announces Acquisition Of The BlueBuild Group Read Post »
As the cooler days of Autumn approach, Dobbies Garden Centres is inviting families and gardening enthusiasts to its Antrim and Lisburn stores to gear up for a colourful spring with its free monthly Grow How sessions this September. Grow How
Advice NI has warned that thousands of scam victims across Northern Ireland, including the Causeway area are going unreported and unsupported in debt recovery, as fraudulent schemes become increasingly sophisticated and difficult to detect. It advises the consequences of these
