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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.
Sundance Film Festival, Screen Ireland, TG4 and many others to attend Docs Ireland Marketplace in June Leading film industry decision makers from the UK, Ireland, Europe and the US are set to descend on Belfast this summer for a crucial […]
Sundance Film Festival Among Leading Film Industry Reps Set For Belfast Read Post »
Harland & Wolff welcomes the announcement by the Scottish Offshore Wind Energy Council (SOWEC) regarding the company’s plans to transform its Arnish and Methil facilities into leading hubs for renewable infrastructure. Proposals for Harland & Wolff’s Scottish sites have advanced
SuperValu and Centra stores across Northern Ireland have pulled out all the stops and raised a staggering £223,444 in 2023 for their long-term charity partner Action Cancer. This is the largest amount ever raised by the retail brands, which are
Supervalu & Centra Raise A Record-Breaking £223,000 For Action Cancer Read Post »
Calor, a leading all-Ireland supplier and distributor of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has unveiled important research that offers insights into the energy landscape of the manufacturing and production sectors across Northern Ireland. The survey, conducted on behalf of Calor Ireland, by
Jet2holidays is celebrating the grand opening of the brand-new Anda Barut Collectionin Turkey, which as well as providing customers with five-star luxury and dedicated zones for adults and families, is also offering active holidaymakers, or ‘hol-ympians’, the exclusive chance to train with
TUI, the leading global travel and leisure company, has today announced that from June next year, it will operate a new direct flight from Belfast International to Cancun in Mexico. The flights will take off weekly from 24 June 2025
TUI Announces New Direct Flights From Belfast International Airport To Mexico Read Post »
An innovative service providing support for people aged 65 and over who may be lonely and isolated has been making a positive impact since it was launched over 6 months ago. The first Shared Lives match was made in the
Innovative Age NI Shared Lives Service Making A Positive Impact For Older People Read Post »
Located in the heart of bustling Belfast, The Fitzwilliam Hotel has become a destination for those who enjoy luxurious surroundings, impeccable service, great food, unforgettable accommodation and of course, location, location, location. Cian Landers, General Manager, The Fitzwilliam Hotel, said:
Cocktails And Luxury At The Fitz This Spring Read Post »
Northern Ireland Opera has announced Principal Cast and Creatives in Tchaikovsky’s operatic masterpiece Eugene Onégin this September in Belfast. Based on Alexander Pushkin’s classic novel in verse, one of the most lyrical and beautiful pieces of literature adapted for opera,
Northern Ireland Opera Presents Eugene Onégin Read Post »
BWUH Ltd., the organisation responsible for ICC Belfast, Waterfront Hall and Ulster Hall, has announced the appointment of Stephanie Murray to Head of Marketing and Communications. Stephanie returns to the organisation after three years, having previously held the role of Business
A new series is coming to UTV. ‘The Kelly Years’ takes a look back at the most memorable moments of one of UTV’s most popular programmes, The Kelly Show, drawing on the broadcaster’s rich archive material, with behind the scenes
New UTV Archive Series Takes A Look Back At The Kelly Show Read Post »
An exciting milestone for Comber as an innovation showcasing local businesses, amenities, landmarks and attractions, goes live to a global audience with the launch of the Comber Chamber of Commerce Virtual Town Tour. Visitors can hover over the town’s rich
Take A Virtual Tour Around Comber Read Post »
Robin Mercer BEM has received his British Empire Medal from Lord Lieutenant Dame Fionnuala Jay-O’Boyle DBE, at a ceremony in Hillsborough Castle. Speaking about the occasion, Robin said: “It was an immensely special day to receive my British Empire Medal
Hillmount Owner Receives Honour At Hillsborough Castle Read Post »
Looking for inspiration for your family days out this spring? Well, why not explore some of Belfast’s most iconic venues and discover the newest activities and attractions that Belfast and the surrounding region has to offer. As the longer days
Discover All That Belfast Has To Offer This Spring Read Post »
Northern Ireland’s full fibre broadband provider, Fibrus, has today launched its 2024 Community Fund where £60,000 will be available for rural community groups. The company has allocated £115k to local groups in Northern Ireland since launching the fund in 2021
Ulster Bank has announced plans to extend its charity partnership with the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice and has committed to another year of fundraising for this service. The announcement came as a group of Ulster Bank colleagues were invited to
Ulster Bank Extends Charity Partnership With Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice Read Post »
Last month, in a landmark event symbolising the restoration of devolution in Northern Ireland, Harland & Wolff was pleased to welcome the largest cross-party delegation of Westminster politicians in the country’s history. The delegation, comprising members from all political spectrums,
Harland & Wolff Hosts Historic Cross-Party Delegation Read Post »
Irish haircare trailblazers Voduz are poised to revolutionise your tresses with their brand new, vegan, sugar-free vitamins: Hair Therapy. These juicy, orange-zest flavoured gummies will not only tantalise your taste buds, they’ll deliver essential nourishment to your mane. Formulated with ingredients
Say Hello To Voduz’ Hair Therapy – The Delicious Secret To Luscious Locks! Read Post »
The Royal Television Society in Northern Ireland (RTS NI) in partnership with BBC Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland Screen and Channel 4 has today (22 April) launched its 2024 Awards for the local creative industries with seven exciting new award categories
7 New TV Awards Announced For NI’s Screen Industries As RTS NI Calls For 2024 Entries Read Post »
Get ready for flawless brows with BPerfect Cosmetics’ Indestructi’brow Brow Fiber Gel Mascara. Already making waves following its exclusive release on TikTok, this cutting-edge brow gel mascara is the latest gem in BPerfect’s iconic Indestructi’brow lineup. Featuring advanced nylon fibers that effortlessly grip its groundbreaking formula onto your brows, giving them a boost of fullness and
The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF) is partnering with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) to launch a ‘Choice for Children’ initiative that highlights the importance of food choices for children. In March 2024, the FSA along with local councils published
TITANIC Belfast has been certified as a Great Place to Work following an independent employee survey as the world-leading visitor attraction announces that it has welcomed its eight millionth visitor. The certification, which is backed by validated and anonymous feedback
Titanic Belfast Named A Great Place To Work As It Welcomes 8 Millionth Visitor Read Post »
Centre of Learning, a new social enterprise providing bespoke programmes for professionals and business owners has launched offering tailored, peer learning aimed at empowering participants to excel in their careers and enhance their contribution to the NI economy. Part of The
New Social Enterprise Launches With Bespoke Business Offering Read Post »
Ballymena based soft drinks manufacturer, Norbev has increased its turnover by over 50 per cent following an investment of almost £300,000 in the upskilling of its staff. Founded in 1919, Norbev manufacturers beverages and soft drinks for customers including Aldi,
One of Ireland’s best known chicken brands, Moy Park, has secured a contract to list four core fresh coated chicken products into all Tesco stores across Northern Ireland. The Moy Park brand lines will help to strengthen the fresh coated
Moy Park Secures Listings For Four Core Coated Lines In Tesco Stores Across NI Read Post »
The Grand Opera House Trust has announced that Janette Jones has been appointed Chair of the organisation, assuming the role from Colin Loughran who had served for the last seven years. A former PwC tax partner in Belfast who also
Grand Opera House Trust Announces New Chair Read Post »
Asda Dundonald Community Champion, Sharon McBratney hosted the store’s annual 24-hour Charity sit-out on 5th-6th April, to raise funds for local charity Helping Hands. For ten years, Sharon McBratney, has lent a helping hand to the charity by organising the 24-hour sit out
A Decade Of Dedication: Asda Dundonald Hosts 24-hour Charity Sit-Out Read Post »
Following the successful release of his third solo album Lighthouse in October 2023, Duff McKagan is thrilled to announce a forthcoming headline UK and European tour in October 2024. Kicking off from Dublin, the series of shows will see the iconic musician play
Duff McKagan To Open European Tour In Dublin Read Post »
Jet2holidays has relaunched its enormously popular ‘Bid for a Break’ campaign due to popular demand, giving holidaymakers the chance to pay as little as just a few pence for a Summer 24 getaway. The UK’s largest tour operator has a total
Jet2holidays Announces Return Of Popular ‘Bid For A Break’ Campaign Read Post »
The Ulster Museum has announced a new exhibition sponsorship with EY, which will bridge the worlds of business and the arts and connect more people across the region to our local museum infrastructure and the benefits rich cultural experiences can
Ulster Museum And EY To Connect More People To The Arts Read Post »
Arguably one of Europe’s most successful techno acts, Scooter, announced today that they will be returning to the UK and Ireland later this year as part of their 30th-anniversary tour – the ‘Thirty, Rough and Dirty’ tour. Hitting venues including London’s OVO Arena
Techno Legends Scooter Announce Return With UK & Ireland Tour Read Post »
Armagh Planetarium has launched a screening of a digital film poem by Csilla Toldy, award-winning writer and video artist/experimental film-maker. Ec(h)o is supported by the National Lottery through the Arts Council of Northern Ireland with a Digital Artist Development Award. Speaking
Armagh Observatory & Planetarium to Screen Digital Film Poem Read Post »
Get ready for flawless brows with BPerfect Cosmetics’ Indestructi’brow Brow Fiber Gel Mascara. Already making waves following its exclusive release on TikTok, this cutting-edge brow gel mascara is the latest gem in BPerfect’s iconic Indestructi’brow lineup. Featuring advanced nylon fibers that effortlessly grip its groundbreaking formula onto your brows, giving them a boost of
