Five opera singers from across the island of Ireland will be taking part in an exciting live opera competition in front of a live audience and jury panel in Glenarm this summer during Northern Ireland Opera’s 14th Glenarm Festival of […]
Belfast is the latest handpicked location to host one of The Ivy Collection’s iconic full-service brasseries, becoming only the second restaurant to open on the island of Ireland. Joining 39 other locations in The Ivy Restaurant portfolio, The Ivy Belfast
The Ivy Collection Set To Open 40th Restaurant In Belfast This September Read Post »
Motorists in Northern Ireland are facing significantly higher insurance premiums compared to their counterparts in the South, with costs driven by an array of alarming factors. Gary McClarty, Director of MCL InsureTech Limited, which operates the GetSetGo and its4women brands
ESO, a leading data and software company serving emergency medical services (EMS), hospitals and fire departments has announced the development of two new products designed to revolutionise the operations of first responders. The new iOS app for ESO’s Electronic Health Record
Get ready to embark on a journey through time and imagination as the Armagh Observatory & Planetarium proudly announces its upcoming “Robot Exhibition”, running from 2nd July to 31st August 2024. This summer, science-fiction enthusiasts and curious minds alike will
Robot Exhibition Arrives at Armagh Observatory & Planetarium Read Post »
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre retailer, is celebrating National Allotment Week (12-18 August) by inviting gardening enthusiasts along to its Antrim and Lisburn stores for a series of free Grow How workshops throughout the month, focusing on allotment gardening.
The Stena Line Belfast Giants are pleased to confirm the re-signings of Belfast-born forwards Mack Stewart and Carter Hamill on two-way contracts with National Ice Hockey League side Milton Keynes Lightning for the 2024/25 season. Son of legendary Giants defenceman
Giants Announce Two-Way Re-Signings of Mack Stewart and Carter Hamill Read Post »
The Lodge Hotel, the family-owned hotel in Coleraine, has been acquired by the Antrim-based McKeever Hotels for an undisclosed sum. The change of ownership coincides with the retirement of Ivor Boyd and Norma Wilkinson, who have successfully ran The Lodge
The Lodge Hotel Confirms New Ownership Read Post »
SOMA Festival kicks off today in Castlewellan, County Down, for three days of excellent musical performances, holistic activities, and intriguing workshops as part of this year’s stellar lineup. Running from July 19-21, SOMA Festival’s 2024 instalment promises to bring a
Translink will be operating enhanced and special bus services to the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series at the Causeway Coast later this month. There are a range of public transport options for passengers travelling to the event at Ballycastle
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend as the Six Mile Festival brings a wave of excitement to Antrim from Friday 2 to Sunday 4 August! Sponsored by The Junction Retail and Leisure Park, this three-day event promises an array of activities for all ages,
Summer Fun Returns To Antrim: Six Mile Festival From 2-4 August! Read Post »
This year’s SOMA Festival is set to return to Castlewellan, County Down for three days of excellent entertainment, spanning everything from music performances to spiritual gatherings. From July 19-21, attendees can experience a plethora of different activities outside of the
SOMA FEST 2024 Creates Peaceful Mind, Body & Soul Space In Castlewellan Read Post »
Belfast Grand Central Station, NI’s flagship infrastructure project, continues to progress at pace and is set to open to the public this autumn. Delivering a project of this scale includes delivering utility connections as well as significant investment in public realm
City Centre Road And Lane Closures For Essential Belfast Grand Central Station Works Read Post »
Community groups in NI to be awarded grants ranging from £10,000 to £25,000 The Asda Foundation has announced that substantial funding of over £1 million has been made available through its Investing in Spaces and Places grants, to enable groups
Asda Foundation Announces Over £1 Million In Funding to Transform Community Spaces Read Post »
This summer, immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of local bands and musicians as Summer Sunday Music returns to Antrim Castle Gardens, Sixmilewater Park in Ballyclare, and Jordanstown Loughshore Park. From 21 July to 25 August, every Sunday from 2pm-4pm, these parks will host
Enjoy Free Summer Sunday Music In The Borough’s Beautiful Parks Read Post »
SOMA Festival will return to Castlewellan, County Down this month for three days of excellent musical performances from artists right across the whole of Ireland. This year’s festival celebrates the rich heritage of Irish folk music and the vibrant local
SOMA FEST 2024 Brings A Celebration of Irish Folk Music To County Down Read Post »
Northern Ireland charity, Electrical Training Trust (ETT) is calling on all electrical workers and electrical apprentices to participate in a vital survey aimed at understanding the frequency, consequences, and reporting practices relating to electric shocks in the workplace. Electric shocks
Electrical Workers Urged to Share Experiences in Vital Electric Shock Survey Read Post »
Translink has performed well against Passenger’s Charter standards and customer satisfaction remains high at 90%, according to independent research. The figures were revealed in the most recent independent customer survey and performance review of bus and train services published as
Translink Achieves 90% Customer Satisfaction Rating Read Post »
SuperCupNI, one of the world’s most renowned international youth football tournaments, has announced a three-year broadcasting partnership with 247.tv. As the official broadcasting partner, 247.tv will deliver comprehensive live coverage of over 120 matches at the illustrious weeklong youth football
SuperCupNI Announces Three-Year Broadcasting Partnership With 247.tv Read Post »
Asda colleagues from Newtownards, Bangor, and Dundonald teamed up with local charity Four G, to host litter picks in the community. The litter picks were organised as part of Asda’s official partnership with the ‘Big Help Out’ initiative, which sees
Newtownards, Bangor And Dundonald Stores Unite With Four G As Part Of Big Help Out Read Post »
Sponsored challenge in aid of Leukaemia & Lymphoma NI includes seaside yoga and stand up paddle boarding A local charity funding medical research into blood cancer is inviting the public to take on the Warrior Workout Challenge to help raise
Translink has enhanced services to Belfast International Airport this summer, with Airport Express 300 services operating every 12 minutes during peak times, Monday to Friday to cater for extra holiday demand. Translink has also announced a special family ticket for
Translink Enhances Services To Belfast International Airport For Summer 2024 Read Post »
Tennis Ireland, on Tuesday 25 June, launched Court Bosses, a programme for young women between the ages of 16 and 18 that will give them the skills and confidence they need to remain in the sport as players and coaches.
Young Female Tennis Players Serve Up Court Bosses In Time For Wimbledon Read Post »
SuperCupNI has announced a new five-year partnership with leading German football brand, uhlsport GmbH. The new deal sees uhlsport continue as the official match ball and apparel partner for one of the world’s most renowned international youth football tournaments, following a hugely
SuperCupNI “On The Ball” With New Multi-Year Partnership With Uhlsport Read Post »
Asda colleagues from the Larne, Ballyclare, Downpatrick and Shore Road stores have taken part in a charity football match to help raise money for Cancer Fund for Children. Cancer Fund for Children is a Northern Ireland charity for children and
Goal Getters: Asda Colleagues Unite To Support NI Cancer Charity Read Post »
THE Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) North Coast has been named Northern Ireland’s ‘999 Hero’ at the Spirit of Northern Ireland Awards 2024. Sponsored by Irish-owned pizza chain Four Star Pizza, the prestigious ‘999 Hero’ award recognises members of the emergency services that have gone above and beyond
RNLI North Coast Receives Prestigious ‘999 Hero’ Accolade Read Post »
Translink is continuing to deliver it’s ‘Play It Safe’ campaign in partnership with the Irish FA and Ulster GAA to promote safe and responsible behaviour on and around public transport over the summer. The ‘Play it Safe’ campaign uses a
Passengers Urged To Play It Safe On Public Transport This Summer Read Post »
Over 750 young people, with a passion for innovation, took part in Catalyst’s free work experience programme, Generation Innovation, the highest number of participants since the programme was established in 2018. Running across three locations in Northern Ireland, the programme
Lidl Northern Ireland announces the launch of its biggest ever ‘Vitasia’ food range, this time bringing an authentic taste of Japan to Lidl Northern Ireland stores throughout the region available from Thursday 11th July while stocks last. As part of
Lidl Northern Ireland Launches Its Biggest Ever Japanese Food Range Read Post »
12-year-old George Shields, who is autistic, loves shopping at Asda’s Downpatrick store with his mum Georgine and eight-year-old sister Anna, but it can be a little bit overwhelming at times. So, when Asda Downpatrick checkout colleague Brigeen Henderson saw that
Asda Checkout Colleague Brigeen Makes 12-Year-Old George’s Day Read Post »
New data has crowned South West England the best UK area for a blissful night’s sleep, with only 2.70 noise complaints per 1,000 people according to the latest CIEH Noise Survey. Bedroom furnishings experts Bed Kingdom gathered data from the
The Northern Ireland Regions In Uk’s Top Five Areas For A Peaceful Night’s Sleep Read Post »
A Ballymena-based manufacturing and design company has supercharged its growth plans after receiving support from the government-backed Go Succeed enterprise service. Demanu Manufacturing and Design plans to expand its operations, invest in cutting-edge technology, and enhance its product offerings following
Ballymena Business Has Designs On Growth Following Go Succeed Support Read Post »
The team at SPAR Lenadoon in West Belfast is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the community store. The store, which has been owned and operated by Damian and Patricia Morgan since 1999, began with just six employees, and now employs 18
West Belfast Community Store Celebrates 25 Successful Years Read Post »
