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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.
A Belfast-based event catering business has seen demand surge for its outdoor BBQ offering, with its Trailblazer trailer now a standout feature at weddings, private parties and corporate events across Northern Ireland. Table, run by local caterer Krystal Mohn, has […]
Northern Ireland Catering Company Table Turns BBQ Service into a Full Guest Experience Read Post »
Store partners from Specsavers stores across Northern Ireland recently came together with accommodation managers and partners at Simon Community to celebrate a successful first year of eye testing clinics for people experiencing homelessness in Northern Ireland. Since June 2024, thirteen
The Belfast Giants are pleased to confirm the re-signing of American defenceman Bo Hanson for the 2025/26 season. 27-year-old Hanson first joined the Giants ahead of the 2024/25 campaign and wasted no time making an impression on and off the
Bo Hanson Returns For Second Season With Giants Read Post »
A full day of entertainment, colour and celebration is set to take place at Belfast City Hall and Royal Avenue today (12th July) as Orangefest returns with a packed schedule of family-friendly activities and cultural tradition. Running from 10am to
Orangefest Brings Family Fun and Culture to Belfast City Hall Read Post »
A whole host of family fun activities is set to take place at Belfast’s City Hall on Saturday 12th July as part of this year’s Orangefest celebrations. Running from 10am to 3.30pm, Orangefest 2025 has been designed to complement the
Orangefest Celebrations Return To Belfast City Hall On July 12 Read Post »
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has confirmed funding to support the reigniting of the cultural organisation Orangefest. Belfast Orangefest, first established by the County Grand Lodge of Belfast in 2007, was originally designed to modernise the Twelfth of July celebrations to
Department For Communities Backs Return Of Orangefest Programme In Belfast Read Post »
Princess Mary’s Journey to Find True Love tells the heartfelt true story of one dog’s journey to find her forever home Author Patience Bradley has launched her debut children’s book, Princess Mary’s Journey to Find True Love. The book tells
Northern Ireland Author Patience Bradley Launches Debut Children’s Book Read Post »
One of the most iconic musicals of all time is making a spectacular return to Belfast — and the cast has just been revealed. Miss Saigon, the powerful love story set during the final days of the Vietnam War, will
Miss Saigon Returns To Belfast With Star-Studded Cast For 2026 Tour Read Post »
Jonathan Traynor’s post-apocalyptic Race The Undead out now Journalist turned author, Jonathan Traynor, has launched his third book, Race The Undead, with much of the post-apocalyptic tale centred in his home town of Ballymena. In the book, an epidemic has
From Newsroom To Nightmare – New Zombie Novel Races Into Print Read Post »
By Mark Johnston, Johnston Financial Solutions New research published by Manufacturing NI, confirms what many businesses are already feeling on the ground: Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector is under strain. Despite contributing more than £16 billion to the economy through direct,
Manufacturing Under Pressure As Finance Gaps Widen Across Northern Ireland Read Post »
Shelley Cowan knows all too well the challenges that come with trying to find accessible accommodation in Northern Ireland. After spending more than a decade as a wheelchair user due to severe ME and complex health needs, she experienced first-hand
Businesswoman Tackling Hotel Accessibility With Help From Explore Enterprise Read Post »
A Limavady-based entrepreneur has built a wellness business rooted in Mediterranean-inspired principles after receiving tailored support from the now-completed Northern Ireland Explore Enterprise Support Service, a government-funded initiative delivered by Enterprise NI in partnership with the Kings Trust. Natalie McGee,
Limavady Health Coach Launches Wellness Business with Explore Enterprise Support Read Post »
Northern Ireland women tech entrepreneurs have come out winning two out of three prizes at the recent TechFoundHer Summit 2025 Breakthrough Awards – sponsored by InterTradeIreland. The inaugural TechFoundHer Breakthrough awards recognised women founders who participated in the TechFoundHer Innovation
The recently published Northern Ireland SME Access to Finance Report 2025, developed by the British Business Bank in partnership with Enterprise Northern Ireland, offers a detailed picture of how small and medium-sized businesses are managing, seeking and accessing finance. With
Women in tech advocate and founder of TechFoundHer Máirín Murray has called on global leaders in the tech space to “redefine tech innovation”. Speaking at Women Innovators Rise at the recent TechFoundHer Summit 2025 at the Mansion House, Dublin she
“Let’s Redefine Tech Innovation” Says Women In Tech Group Founder At 2025 Summit Read Post »
Hope 4 ME & Fibro Northern Ireland hosted a World M.E. Day awareness event at Stormont this week (Tuesday 13 May) welcoming patients, carers, healthcare professionals and elected representatives for an afternoon focused on increasing understanding of the condition. The
Hope 4 ME & Fibro NI Welcomes Health Minister & MLAs To Stormont Information Day Read Post »
A Northern Ireland warehousing, logistics and shipping firm showcased how the introduction of emerging technologies into their operations has enabled them to “run shoulder to shoulder” with companies “three, four, five times the size” of theirs. SJ Henderson Fulfilment is
Northern Ireland Logistics Firm Levels Up With Cutting-Edge Tech Through DTFF Support Read Post »
InterTradeIreland has signed up as a lead sponsor of the TechFoundHer Summit 2025, powering the event’s inaugural Breakthrough Awards for women innovators at the upcoming all-island gathering. The announcement comes as final preparations are underway for the high-energy, purpose-driven event,
InterTradeIreland Join Sponsor Lineup For TechFoundHer Summit Read Post »
Carlingford Adventure Centre has officially launched a new Team Development Programme, offering a dynamic learning experience aimed at helping corporate teams, educators and professionals strengthen communication, boost collaboration and unlock leadership potential. Marking a significant milestone in its 35th year
Carlingford Adventure Centre Launches New Corporate Team Development Programme Read Post »
International investor and star of the critically acclaimed Show Her The Money documentary Wendy Ryan is set to take to the stage at the forthcoming TechFoundHer Summit 2025 in Dublin next month. Wendy, CEO of Kadabra based in Silicon Valley,
NI financial advisory firm continues to invest in its people as it makes series of promotions. Leading financial advisory firm HNH has announced four senior promotions within its Belfast office, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to growth and client service
HNH Strengthens Team With Four Key Promotions Read Post »
A partner in Lewis Silkin’s Belfast office has been announced as the new chair of diversity, equity and inclusion for the firm covering Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Ireland and Hong Kong. Paul Gillen is a partner in the Employment team
Belfast Lawyer Appointed Global DEI Chair Of Lewis Silkin Read Post »
Translink Easter holiday timetables to operate on Easter Monday and Tuesday, 21st and 22nd April. With a number of timetable changes to reflect the change in passenger demand, passengers are encouraged to download the journey planner app – Translink NI – this Easter and plan their
Translink Announces Easter timetables Read Post »
Translink is set to once again support the Moy Park Belfast City Marathon by operating a series of early morning train services on Sunday 4th May, helping participants and supporters get to the start line on time. Early trains will
Translink to Operate Early Train Services for Moy Park Belfast City Marathon Read Post »
Accessibility consultant Shelley Cowan has launched a new web app to help people with a disability find and book accommodation that meets their access needs. TravelEase is the latest initiative from Shelley Cowan, a tech founder and accessibility consultant whose
Ciaran Kelly to create ten jobs as he’s honoured at Las Vegas event Ciaran Kelly, founder of Pizza Crew, has realised a dream he’s been chasing for a decade as he was inducted as a member of the World Pizza
BELFAST MAN JOINS WORLD PIZZA CHAMPIONS Read Post »
Doors – 6.45pm / Tickets – £23.50+bf Starts 7.30pm With a voice that “could melt icebergs at 50 paces” (VOX), Briana Corrigan of The Beautiful South has returned to the stage after a 10-year hiatus with 2 hugely successful and largely sold-out tours throughout the UK and
Global female trailblazers in technology, innovation, and investment are set to take to the stage next month for the third annual TechFoundHer Summit. The event will take place on May 14 at the Mansion House in Dublin with a series
Global Women Tech Leaders To Take To Stage At TechFoundHer 2025 Summit Read Post »
Individuals from Newcomer Communities are being urged to take part in a Belfast City Council consultation, as the deadline to complete the survey has been extended and two additional in-person events will take place this week. The Mind Tribe UK,
‘Scale Up Your Street’ competition will see Jet2holidays help up to ten agency partners open a new retail shop, with support including a potential six-figure financial contribution in total 28th March 2025: Jet2holidays has announced details of a brand-new campaign called ‘Scale Up Your Street’, which will
Jet2holidays to help independent travel agents open a retail shop in latest campaign! Read Post »
Dublin, March 16, 2025 – Team Ireland has returned to a hero’s welcome at Aer Lingus Terminal 2, Dublin Airport, after an incredible campaign at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin. Crowds gathered at the Terminal 2 arrivals hall
Team Ireland Returns Home After Triumphant Special Olympics World Winter Games Read Post »
Belfast City Airport has been confirmed as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for the second year in a row, according to the latest data from the Civil Aviation Authority. The airport continues to lead the way with an exceptional on-time
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT FLIES HIGH AS UK’S MOST PUNCTUAL AIRPORT 2024 Read Post »
Air Ambulance NI has announced the return of its popular Belfast City Airport Runway Run is back for a second year, supported by Lagan Aviation & Infrastructure. Taking place on 11th June 2025, the race gives runners of all abilities the
LACE UP FOR A GREAT CAUSE – AIR AMBULANCE NI’S BELFAST CITY AIRPORT RUNWAY RUN IS BACK Read Post »
