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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.
Jobseekers and volunteers across Northern Ireland are being encouraged to explore meaningful careers and opportunities within the third sector at the upcoming Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday, November 5, at the Assembly Buildings Conference Centre, […]
Jobseekers Encouraged To Consider Third Sector Employment At Charity Job Fair Read Post »
KaizenPrint is celebrating one year since the launch of KaizenPrint.com, marking a defining milestone in the company’s continued evolution into one of the UK and Ireland’s most forward-thinking print providers. Built with speed, simplicity and scalability in mind, the redesigned
KaizenPrint Marks One Year of Digital Growth with New Online Platform Read Post »
North Belfast childcare specialists Wee Chicks are celebrating 10 years serving the local community by inviting the community together for a fun-packed afternoon at their Autumn Craft & Wellbeing Fair. The creche and afterschool care social enterprise and charity moved
North Belfast Childcare Charity Celebrates 10 Years With Family Fun Day Read Post »
The full cast have been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, including Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, BBC One; Chicago, UK Tour) as Tick/Mitzi, Nick Hayes (Groundhog Day, The Old Vic) as Felicia/Adam,
Priscilla Queen of the Desert At The Grand Opera House Belfast Read Post »
Amnesty welcomes repeal of unlawful amnesty and restoration of civil actions but warns Government still clinging to secrecy powers Amnesty International UK has welcomed the publication of the UK Government’s Remedial Order and new Legacy legislation, describing them as “a
Following the success of last year’s RE[act] Festival for a Sustainable Belfast, the event is set to return from Monday 10 to Friday 14 November 2025, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, academics, and community voices for a week of events
Women Shaping Belfast’s Sustainable Future As RE[act] Festival Returns This November Read Post »
The Odyssey Trust, founder of the Friendship Four ice hockey tournament, is proud to announce that Axial3D, a Belfast-based leader in AI-powered medical 3D modelling, has become a partner of the 2025 tournament. To mark the 10th anniversary of the
Abbeyfield & Wesley, the not-for-profit housing association providing sheltered and family-style living for older people across Northern Ireland, is celebrating Positive Ageing Month by hosting intergenerational activities and events throughout October. Across its network of houses in Northern Ireland, the organisation
Abbeyfield And Wesley Marks Positive Ageing Month 2025 With Celebration Of Older People Read Post »
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are unlocking the sunshine for Summer 2027 from 15th October after putting their Summer Sun programme on sale from Belfast International Airport, meaning customers and independent travel agents can book early. With flights and holidays to 21
NI Chamber has called for ‘radical action’ on skills development in Northern Ireland, citing the need to accelerate the creation of a responsive system which meets the needs of a rapidly changing business environment. Addressing more than 250 business leaders
Summit Hears Call For ‘Radical Action’ On Skills Read Post »
Stena Line’s newest vessel, Stena Connecta, was officially named at the CMI Shipyard in Weihai, China on October 16, and will soon begin her maiden voyage to her new home port on the Irish Sea. Alongside Stena Futura, which entered
New Stena Line Vessel Ready To Set Sail For Belfast Read Post »
The Odyssey Trust is pleased to announce that Air Ambulance Northern Ireland and Little Heroes have been selected as its two 2026 charity partners, marking the next phase of the organisation’s ongoing commitment to supporting local charities that make a positive and lasting difference
The Odyssey Trust Confirms 2026 Charity Partners Read Post »
Preparations are well underway to welcome up to 10,000 participants and spectators to Belfast later this month for Oireachtas na Samhna – Ireland’s oldest Irish language and arts gathering. The city is hosting the festival from 29 October to 2
Belfast Prepares To Say ‘Céad Mile Fáilte’ To Oireachtas Na Samhna Read Post »
“It’s no secret the odds are stacked against women starting tech companies. We’re tired waiting so we’re taking matters into our own hands”, that’s the message from Irish entrepreneur Máirín Murray who has developed a global platform to tackle the
New Global Platform For Women Entrepreneurs To Tackle Gender Gap In Tech Read Post »
A Lisburn-based video production company has plans to expand after receiving funding from the government backed business support service Go Succeed. Speed Motion Films is accelerating its growth ambitions with investment in its in-house studio and drone equipment using money
Speed Motion Films To Accelerate Growth Plans With Go Succeed Funding Read Post »
Channel 4 has been announced as a headline sponsor for Belfast Media Festival (BMF), joining Northern Ireland Screen and BBC Northern Ireland. The sponsorship announcement coincides with the opening of registrations for the much-celebrated television and film industry event which
Colleagues and customers at Asda Larne have raised more than £400 for Tickled Pink – Asda’s long running charity campaign which supports charity partners Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel! The fundraising efforts were boosted through a community tombola and a
This October, Action Renewables, a leading provider of renewable energy expertise in Northern Ireland, will proudly “go pink” in support of Action Cancer’s Paint the Town Pink fundraising campaign during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the month, Action Renewables will
The Belfast Giants are pleased to announce the renewal of their long-standing partnership with leading ferry company, Stena Line, marking the 14th consecutive season of title sponsorship. Since first coming on board in 2011, Stena Line has maintained an ongoing
Belfast Giants And Stena Line Renew Title Sponsorship For 14th Consecutive Season Read Post »
A new Belfast-based drinks company is set to play a leading role in the rapid growth of the alcohol-free and low-alcohol market in Ireland and the UK, which reflects a broader shift in consumer habits towards moderation, wellness, and choice.
After a wet and windy Storm Amy, people’s thoughts will soon be turning to sunnier climes as the countdown begins to Northern Ireland’s biggest and longest-running holiday fair. The 33rd annual Holiday World Show Belfast in association with Bookit by NI Travel
Countdown Is On To NI’s Biggest Holiday Fair Read Post »
The 33rd Northern Ireland Travel & Tourism Awards took place on Friday October 10 in a dazzling ceremony at the Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle where Holiday Hotspot Larne picked up the award for Travel Agent of the Year for the
Olivia’s Haven opens Ann Street Store in time for Christmas Northern Ireland-based home fragrance brand, Olivia’s Haven, has announced the opening of a store in Belfast City Centre, just in time for the festive period. Located on Belfast’s bustling Ann
Olivia’s Haven Brings a Fresh Scent to Belfast City Centre Read Post »
Marketers across Northern Ireland are preparing for a powerful day of inspiration as the Big Marketing Meet Up (BMMU) returns to ICC Belfast on Thursday, 6 November. The one-day event promises to be the room every marketer needs to be
Northern Ireland’s Big Marketing Meet Up Returns To ICC Belfast This November Read Post »
Scott Wylie, co-founder of EvermindAI, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Based in Ballyclare, Scott helps everyday businesses use artificial intelligence to
Ballyclare Entrepreneur Scott Wylie to Lead AI Roundtable at BarCamp Belfast 2025 Read Post »
Mary McKenna, co-founder of AwakenHub and AwakenAngels, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Now based in Derry/Londonderry, Mary is a long-time champion
Entrepreneur Mary McKenna to Demystify Angel Investment at BarCamp Belfast 2025 Read Post »
BarCamp Belfast 2025 has announced its complete line-up of speakers ahead of the event taking place this Friday, September 26, at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. The unconference will once again close out Belfast Tech Week with
Full Speaker Line-Up Revealed for BarCamp Belfast 2025 Read Post »
Charities, community organisations and social enterprises across Northern Ireland are being called on to take part in the only jobs fair of its kind this November in Belfast. The Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday November
Third Sector Encouraged To Join NI’s Only Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair Read Post »
An event celebrating careers, jobs and volunteering opportunities in the third sector is returning to Belfast for its second year. The Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday, November 5th, will bring hundreds of people together in
NI’s Only Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair To Return To Belfast This November Read Post »
It was back to the 80s as The Retro Room at Cityside pressed start on Belfast’s first retro arcade premises, with plenty more to come. The arcade has a lorry load of new games on the way, including a very
The Retro Room Launches Belfast’s First Retro Arcade Premises Read Post »
The Northern Ireland Creative Health Network has published its first year review and set out clear next steps to co-create a Northern Ireland Creative Health Strategy that can be embedded in policy. The plan is designed to address fragmented activity
Creative Health Network Sets Out Northern Ireland Strategy Plan In First Year Review Read Post »
BarCamp Belfast 2025 organisers have expanded the lineup for this year’s unconference taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Newly confirmed speakers will take to the stage to speak on everything from performance
BarCamp Belfast 2025 Expands Line-Up with Talks on Innovation, Education and Creativity Read Post »
175 of the Northern Ireland’s social workers have been recognised at the 2025 Professional in Practice (PiP) Awards ceremony this week at the Lisburn Civic Centre. The Northern Ireland Social Care Council’s (the Social Care Council’s) PiP award ceremony celebrates
Celebrating Social Work – 175 Social Workers Receive NI Award For Learning Read Post »
