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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.
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1 in 3 admit to judging colleagues based on their OOO tone, rising to 52% among managers The average OOO message now contains 2.7 personality markers, from humour to passive-aggressive phrasing “Thanks for your email” appears in 68% of messages,
The 5 Types Of Out-Of-Office People, And What Your Reply Says About Your Personality Read Post »
44% of patient-facing NHS staff say patients raise inaccurate or misleading nutrition or supplement information at least once a week People who rely on social media for news more likely to believe false or misleading claims about cancer and
31 students have graduated from Belfast City Airport’s IGNITE youth leadership programme, successfully completing Year Seven of the innovative scheme. Designed to support young people from all backgrounds, the programme helps participants build confidence, develop leadership skills, and gain valuable
Future Leaders Take Flight With Belfast City Airport’s Ignite Youth Leadership Programme Read Post »
Leading global insurance intermediary Brown & Brown has become the latest Patron of NI Chamber, strengthening its commitment to supporting business growth and economic development across the region. The global insurance broker provides insurance, risk management and advisory services to
Brown & Brown Announced As Newest NI Chamber Patron Read Post »
AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast welcomed celebrity chef Jean-Christophe Novelli back to the city this week for an exclusive summer showcase, highlighting the hotel’s refreshed food and beverage offering and continued investment in guest experience. Hosted on The Terrace, the
LISBURN-based Exchange Accountants is in ‘good health’ after expanding its operations with the acquisition of specialist medical accountancy practice MedFinancial. Retaining the MedFinancial name but now operating as a limited company, MedFinancial Accountants Ltd provides accountancy, taxation and business
Exchange In Good Health After Acquiring Medical Accountancy Practice Read Post »
Eight sunshine destinations now on sale from Belfast International Airport for Winter 27/28 Over 155,000 seats available from Belfast International Airport 11th June 2026: UK consumer champion Jet2 has today announced the launch of its Winter Sun programme from Belfast
The latest Ulster Bank Regional Growth Tracker signalled a renewed reduction in business activity in Northern Ireland’s private sector, following stability in April. New business also decreased amid geopolitical tensions and strong inflationary pressures, while companies expressed a pessimistic outlook.
Ulster Bank May Growth Tracker – Sharpest Fall In Output Since December 2022 Read Post »
As the world’s attention turns to the FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, the Budget Energy SuperCupNI can celebrate a remarkable achievement of its own. Twenty-six former tournament graduates will feature at this summer’s finals, having
Twenty-Six Budget Energy Supercupni Graduates Set To Feature At FIFA World Cup 2026 Read Post »
If your job description lists more responsibilities than a small government department, the candidate market is not the problem. I saw a job description last week for a Head of Supply Chain. It listed 47 separate responsibilities. I counted.
The Unicorn Job Spec: Why AI-Generated Role Descriptions Are Making Your Searches Harder Read Post »
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 »
Belfast City Airport has announced its first-ever Runway to Radiance event, a four-day celebration of beauty, wellness, and self-care designed to showcase the airport’s growing health and beauty offering. Taking place from 1st – 4th July 2026, Runway to Radiance
Bringing Glamour To The Gate: Belfast City Airport Launches ‘Runway To Radience’ Read Post »
Translink is advising passengers that summer bus timetables will come into effect from Wednesday, 1st July, coinciding with the school holidays. This affects Ulsterbus, Goldliner, Metro/Glider and Foyle Metro schedules, including Park and Ride. Passengers are advised to check their timetables
Translink Summer Timetables Start From 01 July Read Post »
As Northern Ireland’s population ages, two Bangor families are helping to address one of the biggest challenges facing older people today: loneliness. To mark Loneliness Awareness Week (15-21 June 2026), Abbeyfield & Wesley Housing Association, which has 150 very sheltered units
Three Generations In Co. Down Help Tackle Loneliness Among Older People 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 »
Leading UK commercial lighting manufacturer Whitecroft Lighting is beaming into Belfast on 9th June, with a mission to help shape the future of lighting. Hosted at Belfast’s Titanic Distillers, The Smart Projects Roadshow will bring together people working at the
Whitecroft Lighting Smart Projects Roadshow Beams Into Belfast Read Post »
Three spectacular species are neck and neck in Northern Ireland for the coveted title of Britain’s Favourite Butterfly and every vote could make the difference. Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is calling on the people of Northern Ireland to back their
Northern Ireland’s Battle Of The Butterflies! Read Post »
The Millennium Forum today announced two new corporate partnerships for its Act Your Age Drama Group performance of Last Orders. Apex Housing and Choice Housing will now sponsor the local production which performs on the Millennium Forum stage on Wed
Forum Announces New Partners For Last Orders Read Post »
Share Energy has reaffirmed its support for the farming sector through sponsorship of both this year’s Newry Agricultural Show and Ballymoney Show, among others, highlighting the vital role agricultural events play in sustaining rural life, economic activity and industry connections
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 »
