The return of Armagh Food and Cider Weekend has been marked with a significant and symbolic event this year – which saw direct relations of those who introduced the Bramley apple to Armagh, plant a descendant of the original tree. […]
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The Consumer Council have released the latest Northern Ireland Household Expenditure Tracker for Quarter 1 2024 (January to March), which tracks changes to income and expenditure for households in Northern Ireland across four income groups (quartiles). The Northern Ireland Household
House sales rose at the fastest rate since early 2021 according to the latest results of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Ulster Bank Residential Market Survey, as house prices continued to edge upwards. A net balance of
Over the last two years ERG Holding UK Ltd (ERG), a leading European renewable energy producer, has generated £200k in community benefit funds to support local projects close to the Evishagaran and Craiggore wind farms, located to the east of
ERG Generates £200,000 In Community Benefit Fund For Local Projects Read Post »
Cancer Focus NI’s 5k Pink Run returns to Titanic Slipways on 13 October, sponsored by Dale Farm Sukie. This flagship event encourages everyone, including families and pets, to participate and raise funds for breast cancer support services such as counselling,
Think Pink: Titanic Slipways to Turn Pink for 5k Run this October Read Post »
Participants in the 7 Peaks Challenge will conquer seven of the highest peaks in the Mourne Mountains on Saturday 14th September 2024, while helping those affected by cancer throughout Northern Ireland. Action Cancer Treks and Activities Executive, Kate McCormack, said:
Action Cancer Calls On Adventurers To Join The 7 Peaks Challenge Read Post »
Could you be a Viking for a day and raise vital funds to help protect children and young people from abuse? NSPCC Northern Ireland has issued a ‘call to oars’ to businesses, families and individuals to form teams of 10
Join The Viking ‘Invasion’ And Sign Up For River Lagan Boat Race In Aid Of NSPCC NI Read Post »
Northern Ireland’s largest community and civic pride campaign, Live Here Love Here, has announced that its Small Grants Scheme has returned for a tenth year. The scheme is run in partnership with nine local councils, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive
The Northern Ireland Social Care Council (the Social Care Council) has published a statement voicing its support for the social work and social care workforce in light of the recent racist, anti-immigrant, unlawful and violent scenes on our streets.The Social
No Place For Racism And Violence…Diversity In Health And Social Care Is Our Strength Read Post »
Hillsborough, Northern Ireland: RunThrough, the UK’s largest and Europe’s fastest-growing running events company, is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Running Festival, which took place on Sunday, July 28th, 2024. The event was sold
A Belfast food bank has received a donation of £12,000 from Amazon. Foodstock, based in west Belfast, is a community solidarity organisation offering support to those in need across the city. The charity offers a number of support services including
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The 18th Belfast Mela Festival, sponsored by Sensata Technologies, was launched today by the Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Micky Murray, at The Atrium, Ulster University, Belfast. Now recognised as one of Northern Ireland’s largest arts festivals, Belfast Mela brings
Belfast Mela Unveils Exciting Line-Up For Nine-Day Festival Read Post »
Belfast City Airport’s dedicated Community Fund has enabled the development of a new forest school space at Kings Road Nursery School. The funding provided has facilitated the creation of several key features within the space including a gathering circle, ‘bug
Derry Girls Creator and Writer comes on board as Patron of the charity’s Breast Screening Service Action Cancer, Northern Ireland’s leading, local cancer charity is absolutely delighted to announce that 43-year-old Irish Playwright and Screenwriter Lisa McGee has become Patron
Action Cancer Announces Lisa McGee As Patron Read Post »
Members of the NICCY Youth Panel have told the Health Minister their main goal is promote young people within the Health portfolio following a meeting at Parliament Buildings on Tuesday. During the introductory meeting with Mike Nesbitt, five members of
‘Shape The System Around Children And Young People’ ~ Youth Panel Tells Health Minister Read Post »
New research carried out by personal injury experts at Claims.co.uk have examined NHS data to determine the most common causes of all NHS staff absences from December 2023 – Psychiatric Illnesses proving the leading cause of employees missing work. Overall,
Mental Health Affecting 25.6% of Employee Absences in the NHS Read Post »
Belfast’s Maritime Mile is excited to announce the launch of its after-hours initiative, ‘Late Nights on the Maritime Mile’. This initiative is an invitation to locals and visitors to enjoy evenings on Belfast’s heritage waterfront through immersive experiences curated by
Get Ready To Go The Extra Mile This August With Over 40 Late Night Experiences Read Post »
PW Productions is delighted to announce the full cast for Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s AN INSPECTOR CALLS, playing at the Grand Opera House from Tuesday 15 October until Saturday 19 October 2024 as part
Full Cast Announced For An Inspector Calls Playing At The Grand Opera House In October Read Post »
In a landmark decision, Shona Boyle from Belfast, an employee of Caterpillar NI, has been awarded over £305,000 in compensation in what is believed to be the highest individual equal pay claim in Northern Ireland’s history. The significant ruling underlines
Historic Equal Pay Victory for Belfast Woman Read Post »
This September, the award-winning Food and Cider Weekend returns to Armagh, promising a vibrant celebration of the region’s world-famous produce. From Thursday, 5th to Sunday, 8th, this year’s festival features over 50 free events, each crafted to delight the senses
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Translink’s ‘Grand Connection’ Roadshow to highlight the benefit of the new Belfast Grand Central Station to passengers will stop at more than 30 bus and train stations, community, leisure and shopping centres all across Northern Ireland this summer. The next
The ‘Social Care – Making a Difference’ campaign invites people who want a career in care to learn more through stories from social care practitioners doing the job – about what it is like, why they do it, and showing
A new organisation set up to support neurodivergent families and individuals has announced their first Creative Fun Day will take place in Belfast this weekend. Saturday, 3 August will see SPARK, in partnership with Arts Care, open the doors of
SPARK Brings Free Neurodivergent Family Fun Day To Belfast This Weekend Read Post »
Could you be a Viking for a day and raise vital funds to help protect children and young people from abuse? NSPCC Northern Ireland has issued a ‘call to oars’ to businesses, families and individuals to form teams of 10
Join The Viking ‘Invasion’ And Sign Up For River Lagan Boat Race In Aid Of NSPCC NI Read Post »
The British Red Cross in Northern Ireland has received a significant contribution from Dr Terry Cross OBE, President of the Red Cross NI and Chairman of Biopax Limited. Dr Cross has generously donated £30,000 towards the acquisition of a new
Belfast Grand Central Station – a state-of-the-art integrated transport hub for trains, coaches and buses – will open its doors this autumn. The impressive building is there for all to see. Less visible is the work being done behind the
It’s All Systems Go Behind The Scenes At Belfast Grand Central Station Read Post »
A new planter on Queen’s Quay in Belfast has transformed a vacant area of land into an attractive green space with some of the best views of the city’s waterfront and the Maritime Mile. Featuring integrated seating, native plants and
A Green Makeover For Queen’s Quay On Belfast’s Waterfront Read Post »
Translink has announced key enhancements for services to the Giant’s Causeway, as well as additional zero emissions vehicles operating in the borough to provide even more sustainable, convenient and affordable travel options for days out along the north coast this
The renowned performer, Peter Corry MBE, is set to bring his highly anticipated live show, Peter Corry in Concert, to the picturesque Antrim Castle Gardens on Saturday 3 August, as part of the Six Mile Festival weekend. Peter Corry in Concert promises an
A new study has revealed the leading causes of DIY-related injuries, with ‘falls’ topping the list. The online steel supplier, Steel Products Direct, obtained data from the National Safety Council Injury Facts to determine the leading causes of DIY accidents,
Experts Reveal The Most Common Diy Accidents And How To Avoid Them Read Post »
The Vincent’s charity shop on Springfield Road, Belfast, has won the Team of the Year Award in the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) Northern Region and Vincent’s in Armagh has won the PEAKS Award (Achieving Excellence Through Services including promoting affordability,
Vincent’s Shops Win At National Retail Conference Read Post »
Ulster Folk Museum has announced the return of its annual Making Festival for a second year. Taking place on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 August, to coincide with August Craft Month, the festival is dedicated to celebrating traditional crafts and revitalising
Making Festival Returns To Honour Northern Ireland’s Heritage Skills Read Post »
The positive impact that social care can deliver has been recognised at the launch of the ‘Social Care – Making a Difference’ campaign at Stormont today. Attendees at the launch heard of the many benefits that a career in social
