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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.
Sunshine breaks from £539 per person with Jet2holidays Jet2holidays is the UK’s leading tour operator to many leisure destinations across the Mediterranean and Canary Islands and provides great value package holidays you can trust to more than 600 resorts, all […]
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Just twelve months after being crowned Ireland’s Next Top Chef, Lauma Kilgas is urging aspiring chefs across the island of Ireland to take the same leap that helped transform her own career. With entries for Ireland’s Next Top Chef 2026
Ireland’s Next Top Chef Winner Urges Aspiring Chefs To Step Into The Spotlight Read Post »
Translink has revealed details of one of the largest fines ever handed down for level crossing misuse in the UK. At a recent High Court case, two men were fined a total of £15000 plus legal costs, for misuse at
High Court Imposes Fines For Level Crossing Misuse In Northern Ireland Read Post »
Colleagues from Marks & Spencer stores across Northern Ireland came together for a five-a-side football tournament in support of youth mental health charity YoungMinds. More than 80 colleagues from eleven M&S stores took part in the tournament, which was held
M&S Colleagues Take To The Pitch For Youngminds With Local Football Tournament Read Post »
Latest figures from the Labour Relations Agency show a marked increase in calls regarding concerns about job security, following a rise in redundancy-related calls in the early part of the year. The Agency, through its Workplace Information Service, observed the
Redundancy And Grievances Among Leading Workplace Enquiries In 2026, LRA Figures Show Read Post »
Major new developments set to launch this summer as part of multi-million-pound renovation programme Galgorm Collection has unveiled the latest phase of its ambitious £20m transformation programme for Roe Valley Resort in Limavady, announcing a series of new and
Galgorm Collection Advances £20m Roe Valley Resort Transformation Plan Read Post »
The O’Neills Foyle Cup will make history this summer after organisers confirmed that a record 1,013 teams will compete in the 2026 tournament, marking the first time the competition has surpassed the 1,000-team barrier in its 34-year history. The milestone
Duffy Launches Biggest-Ever Foyle Cup Read Post »
A new initiative from Belfast based WOMEN’STEC is offering women an opportunity to build practical AI skills for everyday life, work and future across six sessions. AI for Real Life: Practical Skills for Home, Work and Opportunity is a supportive,
Three women reshaping the tech landscape from across the island of Ireland have been recognised for their success in building technology enterprises. The founders, who were part of the inaugural cohort of the InterTradeIreland-led WeBuild programme, delivered by TechFoundHer, were
Women Tech Innovators Recognised At TechFoundHer Breakthrough Awards Read Post »
Women founders trailblazing with tech across Ireland are set to be recognised at the forthcoming TechFoundHer Summit later this month. Alongside a host of prestigious speakers championing the skills, talent and innovation of female entrepreneurs across the island, three women
Women Founders Trailblazing Tech To Be Recognised At TechFoundHer Summit Read Post »
The annual TechFoundHer Summit will return to Dublin’s Mansion House as a flagship event for Dublin Tech Week. Backed by Dublin City Council, the TechFoundHer Summit invites you to join the Tech Mnáosphere – a gathering of women tech entrepreneurs,
TechFoundHer Summit Returns As Flagship Women-Led Event During Dublin Tech Week Read Post »
A Co. Antrim hypnotherapist who helps people break through fear, anxiety and self-doubt has been confirmed as a speaker at Social Media Fest Belfast. Turan Mirza, from Feel Good Hypnosis, will take to the stage at the Clayton Hotel in
Co. Antrim Hypnotherapist Confirmed As Speaker At Social Media Fest Belfast Read Post »
A Rathfriland entrepreneur who has helped grow Social Media Fest into one of Ireland’s most talked-about events for creators, entrepreneurs and small business owners will take to the stage when the conference comes to Belfast for the first time. Esther
Rathfriland Entrepreneur To Take To The Stage At Social Media Fest Belfast Read Post »
A Lisburn digital marketing expert has been confirmed as a speaker at Social Media Fest Belfast. Ruth Young, founder of Ruthless Media, will take to the stage at the Clayton Hotel in Belfast on Wednesday, April 29, as part of
Lisburn Digital Marketing Expert Confirmed As Speaker At Social Media Fest Belfast Read Post »
The full line-up of local expert speakers has been announced for the first Social Media Fest taking place in Belfast this week. The conference, which has become one of the most talked-about events in Ireland, will see 11 speakers take
Social Media Fest Confirms Final Speaker Line-Up For Belfast Debut Read Post »
A social media conference that has become one of Ireland’s most talked-about events for creators, entrepreneurs and small business owners is coming to Belfast for the first time, with organisers promising an experience that stands apart from what is currently
Social Media Fest Set For Belfast Debut With Packed Line-Up Of Local Experts Read Post »
A former Glentoran director has revealed how the club came close to financial collapse, operated week to week and missed opportunities worth millions in a new insider account covering more than two decades at the heart of the East Belfast
Glentoran Insider Breaks Silence On 25 Years Of Turmoil In New Book Read Post »
With the Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair taking place tomorrow in Belfast, Charity Jobs NI has announced the final line-up of exhibitors set to offer more than 500 paid and voluntary opportunities across Northern Ireland’s third sector. Organised by
Belfast Man Releases Biography After Making History A man who was once told he would likely never walk has launched a memoir after becoming the first disabled pilot to land a plane solo at Belfast International Airport. Matthew Monaghan, from
They Said I Would Never Walk, I Took To The Skies Instead Read Post »
With less than a week to go until the Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair takes place in Belfast, Charity Jobs NI is encouraging jobseekers, career changers and prospective volunteers to come along and explore the wide range of over
Less Than A Week To Go Until Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair Returns To Belfast Read Post »
Jobseekers and volunteers across Northern Ireland are being encouraged to attend the Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair in Belfast later this month, as more organisations confirm they will be taking part. The Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair, organised
More organisations join line-Up as Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair nears Read Post »
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how tech startups are created, dramatically reducing build time and lowering traditional technical hurdles. As building a scalable digital product becomes faster, cheaper and less dependent on deep coding expertise and major funding, more women are
AI Reshaping Startup Landscape as WeBuild Reopens for Women Founders Across Island Read Post »
CCEA has today welcomed the announcement by Education Minister Paul Givan MLA of a new qualifications policy framework for Northern Ireland’s GCSE and A level qualifications, as part of the TransformED Strategy. CCEA is committed to working collaboratively with schools
CCEA Welcomes Minister’s Decision on Qualifications Reform Read Post »
As National Careers Week shines a spotlight on education, skills and career pathways across the UK, Charity Jobs NI is encouraging people in Northern Ireland to look beyond traditional industries and consider the wide range of professional opportunities available within
Charity Jobs NI Urges Inclusion Of Third Sector Careers During National Careers Week Read Post »
With significant funding changes due to come into effect from April, Charity Jobs NI has said its upcoming Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair will focus on strengthening workforce resilience across Northern Ireland’s voluntary and community sector. Sector leaders have
Charity Careers Fair Aims To Strengthen Workforce As Sector Faces Financial Pressure Read Post »
Northern Ireland’s only dedicated Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair is back this spring, with third sector organisations invited to take part. At a time when many charities and community organisations are navigating funding uncertainty and increased pressure around recruitment
Northern Ireland’s only dedicated Charity Careers and Volunteer Job Fair is set to return to Belfast this spring, marking its third year since launching in 2024. The Charity Careers and Volunteer Job Fair will take place on Tuesday, 24 March
Charity Careers and Volunteer Job Fair to Return to Belfast This Spring Read Post »
Passengers aboard a Translink Glider travelling across Belfast became part of a moving cultural experience as the 4 Corners Festival staged Come Glide With Me, a live journey across the city that combined music, spoken word and conversation. Beginning with
Come Glide With Me Brings Music and Meaning On Board Belfast’s Glider Read Post »
From Friday 30 January to Sunday 8 February 2026, the 4 Corners Festival returns to venues across Belfast with a rich and varied programme built around its latest theme, Journey. Now in its 14th year, the festival continues to invite
Journey Through Belfast As 4 Corners Festival 2026 Begins This Weekend Read Post »
Members of a Belfast based interfaith festival met Pope Leo XIV in Rome last week during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The 4 Corners Festival committee, board and wider community travelled to Italy ahead of the opening of
Belfast Festival Representatives Meet Pope During Rome Visit Read Post »
Young people from across Northern Ireland were invited to the prestigious Stormont Long Gallery this week to showcase their art and creativity to mark 15 years of the Arts Care Twilight Zone Project. The event saw eight young people between
IMRO award-winning playwright and broadcaster Nuala McKeever is set to facilitate a special event for sixth form pupils from across Belfast as part of the 4 Corners Festival 2026 programme. Beyond Boundaries takes place at Ulster University, York Street, on
Nuala McKeever To Lead 4 Corners Festival Workshop For Belfast Students Read Post »
IMRO award-winning playwright and broadcaster Nuala McKeever is set to facilitate a special event for sixth form pupils from across Belfast as part of the 4 Corners Festival 2026 programme. Beyond Boundaries takes place at Ulster University, York Street, on
Nuala McKeever To Lead 4 Corners Festival Workshop For Belfast Students Read Post »
