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Hothouse Flowers Among Artists To Headline 3-Day Festival In Holywood

THE Holywood Harmony Festival has announced a three-day line-up that is set to boost the growing reputation of the volunteer-run spectacle. Hothouse Flowers, Ulaid & Duke Special and Gareth Dunlop will headline each day from Friday June 2 to Sunday June 4 respectively. Now in its third year the County Down festival is a family-friendly […]

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Community Hackathon to Combat Loneliness in Northern Ireland

Later this week, as part of the ‘Imagine: Festival of Ideas & Politics’ in Belfast, a community hackathon will be assembling emerging leaders and influencers to combat the issue of loneliness in Northern Ireland. Loneliness, which is strongly associated with poor mental health, has become more and more prevalent in our society. A 2014 health

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Multi Tony Award Winning Production Of Red Set For Lyric Stage

Nominated for 7 Olivier Awards and Winner of 6 Tony Awards including Best New Play buy glucophage online glucophage no prescription Red, a new co-production between Prime Cut Productions and the Lyric Theatre, captures the dynamic relationship between an artist and his creations. Set in New York in 1958 and based on real events, artist

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We Slim Together

Lifestyle Franchise Vows To Reduce Belfast Waistlines

Northern Ireland’s fastest growing lifestyle franchise is set to take Belfast by storm with the opening of its’ first group in the city. The launch of the fifteenth We Slim Together marks a significant milestone for founder Sonya McAllister, from Randalstown, who has built the franchise business from an online support group into a Northern

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Rent The Musical Star Billy Cullum Releases New Single

  Stage and screen star Billy Cullum has released a vibrant, marimba-infused pop single Lost In You produced by Alex Bakker (Sigma). Working full time as an actor, Billy has recently been achieving rave reviews performing as the lead Mark Cohen in the 20th Anniversary production of the musical Rent. Aside from music and acting,

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Top 7 Bathroom Turn-offs That Will Devalue Your Home

If your bathroom is avocado, has an artex ceiling or features over the top florals, you may have one of Northern Ireland’s nightmare bathrooms which is costing you dearly. With the 1970’s and 1980’s being voted the worst decades for bathroom design, carpeted floors and woodchip wallpaper run the risk of devaluing your house and

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Journey Of A Lifetime To Silicon Valley For Four Grosvenor Grammar Girls

Four pupils from Grosvenor Grammar in Belfast took off from Dublin Airport on an Aer Lingus flight direct to San Francisco recently on a journey that will inspire them for years to come. Year 11 pupils Olivia Millar, Louisa Millar, Lucy Milhench and Alicia Gallagher along with teacher Samuel Taggart, are headed to Silicon Valley

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Alison Moyet Set For Belfast Ulster Hall Date

Iconic singer Alison Moyet is to play Belfast’s Ulster Hall on Sunday October 29. The artist, whose distinctive voice defines an era of musical era, will also play the Cork Opera House on October 27 and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on October 28. On June 16 Moyet will release her latest album Other with Cooking Vinyl.

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The Spring Gathering Festival Is On TODAY!!

The Spring Gathering Festival, which is being co-ordinated by the South Belfast Partnership Board will enable families to celebrate St Patrick’s Day and the story of St Patrick as a refugee, highlighting the Holyland as one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse places in Northern Ireland. The Partnership has been working closely with local

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Have Your Say In the Development Of Belfast’s Bicycle Network

The Department for Infrastructure is currently running a number of public consultation events across the city to give people the opportunity to have their say in the development of the Belfast Bicycle Network. The draft network proposals outline the potential for around 130 kilometres of convenient and continuous bicycle routes for the city which will

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Celebrity Chefs Find Antrim Roots In Big Canadian Food Trip

Celebrity chefs Paul Rankin and Nick Nairn discover a Ballymena connection in Canada’s largest city – Toronto on the next episode of Paul and Nick’s Big Canadian Food Trip on UTV, Monday (13 March) at 8pm. online pharmacy buy lexapro no insurance with best prices today in the USA Thousands of Ulster-Scots crossed the Atlantic

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Restaurant Opens The Secret Door For Kids Art Classes

Ireland’s founding independent craft ale brewers, Hilden Brewing Co. and on on site restaurant The Tap Room, celebrates the launch of the new Sunday brunch menu by teaming up with local arts & crafts company The Secret Door, to provide FREE workshops for children of all abilities aged 5 –15 years between 2 & 4pm

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Celebrating 35 Years Of Integrated Education

From Ardnavally, Belfast, the home of the first integrated school in Northern Ireland to Stormont. Integrated Education Month 2017 launched on Friday with a Celebratory Walk marking 35 years of Integrated Education in Northern Ireland. The symbolic walk from Arnavally to Stormont included a small group of founding parents, pupils, staff, friends and supporters of

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Anthony Toner To Make Solo Debut At The Lyric Theatre

Anthony Toner makes his solo debut on the Lyric Theatre stage to celebrate the release of his seventh album. This new collection, Ink, finds the Belfast-based songwriter in top form on a series of stripped back, acoustic-based songs dealing with the big themes of love, loss and happiness. He’ll be joined by special guests Eilidh

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Local Audiences Have A Place In The Flash Harry Hearts

Flash Harry are probably Northern Ireland’s most famous tribute band. And with 25 years on the road as a tribute to the legendary Queen it’s no wonder the band have a special place in their heart’s for the local audiences. The band are currently on yet another tour of Northern Ireland which has had the

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Jewellery Store Uses Subtle Design Feature To Spread Positive Message to Women

ThingsEyeLove, a contemporary jewellery store specialising in elegant minimal pieces, is using its bestselling ‘Imprint Heart Ring’ to spread a positive message to all those who wear it. At first glance it is a simple, stunning, smooth 999 sterling silver band. But, thanks to a clever piece of design, a secret raised feature on the

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Meet The Artist: J. E. Lindsay, Belfast

Northern Ireland author J. E. Lindsay recently released her debut book Rhythms Of A Young Heart the book of poetry details her deepest feelings as a teenager during her first experiences with love and heartbreak. Written throughout her teens and released 10 years later, Rhythms Of My Young Heart charts the teenage emotional rollercoaster that most people can

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Top Guitarists Set For The Ards International Guitar Festival

With the world’s guitarists at your fingertips, Ards and North Down Borough Council is delighted to announce the line-up for this year’s Ards International Guitar Festival. The festival returns in April 2017 with an eclectic mix to suit every taste. Celebrating all that is brilliant locally with a clever mix of international artists. From the

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Meet The Artist: Aaron Hughes, Belfast

When it comes to being creative Belfast artist Aaron Hughes is almost famous on the local scene.  From music and sculpture to fine art there’s nothing he isn’t good at. In recent years the 29-year-old has begun concentrating on his portraiture work using pencil, pen and charcoal.  As a result he’s already accumulated quite an

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Comment: Dressing Up Discrimination Doesn’t Make It Any Less Despicable

In today’s society hearing, seeing or reading someone discriminate against another or a group of others is hard to witness.  It creates a vile taste in the mouth of most sensible-minded people who have not only accepted that all humans are equal but believe it to be true. Tonight a friend alerted me to a

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FASHIONWEEK: Spring/Summer Show Set To Focus On Romantic & Playful Looks

The first West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK of 2017 is set to offer up an eclectic mix of styles, trends and looks on the catwalk. And if the recent launch taster is anything to go by be prepared to see some beautiful bold statement pieces as well as girly gingham and some movie-inspired pinstripes. Running from March 23-26 at

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Lego Fans! BRICKLIVE Is Headed For Belfast

BRICKLIVE, the UK’s largest LEGO® event, is coming to Northern Ireland for the very first time. Taking place at Belfast’s Titanic Exhibition Centre from August 3-6, the event will include various ‘bricktastic’ features and more than one million bricks – making it the ultimate day out for families and LEGO® fans. online pharmacy actos no

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OPINION: As NI Descends Into Chaos Is The Age Of Austerity At The Forefront Of Our Minds?

In July last year I was asked to speak at an Anti-Austerity rally outside Belfast’s city hall. For days I poured over what I would say, consulted friends, family and trusted colleagues for their opinions on what I had written and finally put my message down in just over 2000 words. The day I was

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Parenting Website Welcomes Consultation Into Banning Smoking In Cars With Kids

A leading parenting website has welcomed a NI Executive consultation into smoking in private vehicles with children. Earlier this week Health Minister Michelle O’Neill announced an eight-week consultation on regulations to restrict smoking in cars with kids inside. The news was welcomed by mother of three Jill Harland, Northern Ireland editor of Netmums.com who said

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Celebrate Music Icons The Drifters In Belfast & Derry This Month

Fans of the 1950s black music movement and Motown can hear some of their favourite tunes of an era next week in Derry and Belfast. buy synthroid online synthroid no prescription Stand By Me, the phenomenal musical history of one of the biggest sell bands of all time, The Drifters, tells some of the stories

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Revolutionary Treatment For Pancreatic Cancer Could Be A Reality Say NI Scientists

A Northern Ireland university could be just years away from developing revolutionary treatment options for pancreatic cancer. Scientists at the Ulster University are among the top researchers in the world at the forefront of the global battle against pancreatic cancer. They hope that the latest piece of research could deliver improved treatment options for patients in

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5 Ways To Help You Connect With An Audience When You Speak

When giving a speech or presentation we are essentially tasked with communicating information. One of the best ways to do this is by building rapport; to make a connection with our audience so that they will be more open and receptive to accepting and retaining our message. If we fail to connect with our audience

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MEET THE ARTIST: Hayley Wylie, Lisburn

When you meet Hayley Wylie there’s one thing you won’t be able to help yourself but to do…and that’s smile! And this colourful vibrance is absolutely centric to a lot of Hayley’s artwork. Full of vitality and life just being in her company can be an inspirational experience. Hailing from Lisburn, 34-year-old Hayley is not

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COMMENT: Sinn Fein’s Recent Announcement Is “Insensitive” Says Troubles Victim Jayne Olorunda

Following Sinn Fein’s announcement of the appointment of “Colin activist” Órlaithí Flynn as MLA to replace Jennifer McCann in the Colin area of West Belfast, author Jayne Olorunda has spoken of the “insensitivity” of its timing. Jayne, 38, from Belfast was just two years old when her father, Nigerian born, Max Olorunda was killed by

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Tumble Circus

Review: 6 Reasons You HAVE To Go To See Tumble Circus In Belfast This Christmas

When it comes to the circus I’m slightly biased. At one stage both my parents toured with Fossetts all over Ireland and I suppose knowing that (and seeing the pictures) has given me an affinity with the circus meaning I will always have a special place in my heart for them. So, when I was

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American Country Star Kimmie Rhodes & Legendary NI Songwriter Paul Brady To Headline Belfast Festival

THE 13th Annual Belfast Nashville Songwriters Festival 2017 is set to feature top acts including American country star Kimmie Rhodes, the legendary Belfast Born songwriter Paul Brady and Irish performer Declan O’Rourke in a line-up that will see more than 100 artists take to the stage in March. Joining them will be top Nashville songwriter

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