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Pravha Takes The Reins At Down Royal Hospitality Suite

Pravha, a premium and lighter tasting pilsner, and part of the Molson Coors Beverage Company portfolio, has secured naming rights to Down Royal’s hospitality space located on the top floor of the hospitality pavilion in a new sponsorship deal. Described as the ‘best of both worlds’, Pravha is a premium 4%, lighter tasting pilsner, which …

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Almost Two-Thirds Of Local Food Businesses Concerned With Consequences Of Food Safety Breaches

safefood is encouraging small food businesses in Northern Ireland to benefit from its free food safety e-learning tool – safefood for business – as new research shows that nearly two-thirds (64%) of local food enterprises have extreme concerns with the consequences of food safety breaches. The research by safefood, the all-island body responsible for promoting …

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Jet2.Com And Jet2holidays Announce Another Huge Expansion For Summer 24

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced another major expansion for Summer 24, after putting more flights and holidays on sale in the late summer season to 24 sunshine favourites in Mainland Spain, the Canaries, the Balearics, Portugal, Turkey, Croatia, and Greece from across eight UK airports. In response to holidaymakers flocking to book some late summer …

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Winners Of The 2023 Belfast Telegraph IT Awards In Partnership With Telefónica Tech Announced

The winners of this year’s Belfast Telegraph IT Awards in partnership with Telefónica Tech UK & Ireland, which took place at the MAC Belfast, have been announced.   Terry Moore, CEO and founder of Outsource Group, took home the award for Outstanding Contribution to the IT Sector. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs won …

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United Wines Supports Safe Driving Over Festive Period

Craigavon-based United Wines, one of the biggest drinks distributors on the island of Ireland, has launched details of its festive safer driving campaign to help Northern Ireland revellers enjoy the party season and get home safe.  The Designated Driver campaign will help drivers enjoy their night out whilst getting friends and family home safely. Partygoers …

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Mission Christmas Aims To Help More Local Children Than Ever 

With financial hardship continuing to impact on family budgets, the team behind Cool FM/Downtown Radio’s Cash for Kids, is encouraging businesses, organisations, schools and individuals to help them ensure no child in Northern Ireland wakes up without a present this Christmas.   Sponsored by Harry Corry, the Mission Christmas campaign is a lifeline to struggling families …

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Gifted Entrepreneurs Raise £500k With Support From Ulster Bank

Two female entrepreneurs are working to reshape the approach to gift-giving through technology and psychology and have successfully raised over £500,000 to grow the platform. Needi, the online gift-matching marketplace, has received a significant boost from lead investor Techstart Ventures, and are now on track to scale to £10m before the end of 2024, thanks …

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Research Shows Sugar Shrinks The Brain And Messes Up Memory

In the 1980s sugar was thought to give you extra energy. Lucozade, a liquid form of glucose, was advertised as ‘energy for the human race.’ Yet, new studies are showing that too much glucose, and especially fructose, over time starves the brain of energy, leading to both memory loss and brain shrinkage. These two sugars …

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Frank Mitchell Launches Lidl Northern Ireland’s Annual Christmas Trolley Dash In Aid Of NSPCC

Lidl Northern Ireland has teamed up with renowned U105 broadcaster and former UTV presenter, Frank Mitchell, to launch the return of the retailer’s biggest and most loved fundraiser of the year – Trolley Dash. Now in its 10th year, Trolley Dash is Lidl Northern Ireland’s flagship fundraising event for its charity partner, NSPCC, offering customers …

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K Systems Projects Strike Gold At Prestigious INCA Awards

Kilwaughter Minerals brand K Systems has received two accolades at the prestigious Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) Awards. Recognised as the most sought-after awards in the UK External Wall Insulation (EWI) industry, the INCA Awards celebrate rapid innovation, technical excellence, and best practice within the construction sector. The renowned and respected EWI systems installer …

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Lisburn Based Mcquillan Companies Unveils 3-Year Partnership With Ulster University Gaelic Academy To Further Advance Education And Sport

Leading Construction and Waste Management business, McQuillan Companies, has announced a new 3-year sponsorship with Ulster University as part of its developing excellence in industry through education and sport. The sponsorship with Ulster running from 2023-2026 will see McQuillan Companies sponsor the Gaelic Academy which is this year celebrating 50 years, supporting its football, hurling, …

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Lidl Northern Ireland Puts Carryduff In Its Sights As Work Starts On New £6.5m Store

The first phase of a multimillion-pound regeneration of the former Carryduff Shopping Centre gets under way this month as Lidl Northern Ireland moves to begin construction of a new £6.5 million anchor supermarket which will open early next summer. The region’s fastest-growing supermarket confirmed today work will start within two weeks, injecting a new lease …

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14th Belfast Media Festival Unveils Impressive Line-Up For Next Week’s Two-Day Festival

More than 1500 people are expected to descend on The Mac Belfast next week for the opening of the 14th Belfast Media Festival (BMF) entitled A City in Motion which starts on Wednesday 15 November at 10am with host William Crawley and runs until Thursday 16 November. A jam-packed schedule of 36 sessions covering all …

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Top Tips On How To Cut Costs, Save Money And Keep Warm This Winter

With the darker nights drawing in and temperatures dropping across the UK, the temptation to flick on the heating and cosy up by the fire has arrived. Despite the new energy price cap leaving some bills to cost less than last year, there are still many ways you can reduce the costs and keep expenditure …

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10 Top Tips For Reducing Your Food Costs This Winter

With the high cost of food a concern for 95% of consumers in Northern Ireland, the Consumer Council has put together some tips to help save you money at each stage of your food shop. “We know from our consumer research that households in Northern Ireland are already changing their shopping, cooking and eating habits, …

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Four Months To Go Until IoD NI Women’s Leadership Conference

The Institute of Directors in Northern Ireland has joined forces once again with leading law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills, to launch the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference. Returning to Belfast’s Crowne Plaza Hotel on Friday 8th March, the conference is expected to be another sell-out event, attracting over 500 delegates and participants. The theme for the 2024 …

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Portadown Interiors Specialist, The Deluxe Group, Launches A New Mini Irish Pub In The Us

The Deluxe Group, a global leader in crafting bespoke interiors for the luxury hospitality, theme park and cruise line sectors, has delivered its first Pub Óg, a custom-built, prefabricated Irish pub, to a client in the United States.  The delivery follows on from the Secretary of State, Chris Heaton-Harris’ recent visit to The Deluxe Group’s …

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Mcaleer & Rushe Wins 420-Unit Student Accommodation Contract In Liverpool

McAleer & Rushe have been appointed by Fusion Group to deliver 420 new residences at a 7-storey purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in Liverpool, Fusion’s first student residence in the city. The scheme will transform the vacant Hondo supermarket site, located on Upper Duke Street in Liverpool’s ‘Knowledge Quarter’, and runs adjacent to the Ropewalks …

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Ulster Bank Supports Local Businesses To Track Their Carbon Emissions

Businesses are aiming to reduce their carbon footprint with the help of Ulster Bank Carbon Planner. The easy-to-use tool, created to help all businesses, not just Ulster Bank customers, gives recommendations on how to reduce carbon emissions and tackle rising fuel & energy bills. Launched in response to customer feedback which highlighted some businesses are unaware …

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Visit Belfast Kicks Off New Tourism Partnership With Irish Football Association

IFA and Visit Belfast tie up in major drive to promote sports tourism, women’s football and business events The Irish Football Association and Visit Belfast, the city region’s destination marketing and management organisation, have joined forces in a significant strategic partnership designed to maximise the opportunities for sports tourism. The three-year tie-up, which gets under …

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Are You A Good Neighbour? Here Are The Tell Tale Signs You Are!

New research has revealed as many as three quarters of people in the UK (70%) insist their community is closer than it ever has been before. In fact, four in ten (40%) think the cost-of-living crisis has helped bring their community together, while 70% say they have grown closer due to the challenges of the …

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Duran Duran Announced As Headliners For Latitude 2024 In UK Festival Exclusive

In a UK festival exclusive, the iconic British band Duran Duran has been unveiled as the headliners for the 2024 edition of the Latitude Festival. The announcement coincides with the release of the band’s critically acclaimed new gothic-themed album, Danse Macabre, which made its debut in the UK Top Five this week. The band is set to …

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NI Company To Deliver Leeds Bradford Airport’s New £100 million Terminal Regeneration

Northern Ireland construction company Farrans Construction has been appointed to deliver a new project with Leeds Bradford Airport. The airport has announced over a £100m investment into a vital regeneration of its terminal facilities which will dramatically improve the passenger experience and help unlock economic growth for the region. Approved by Leeds City Council, the …

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Jewson On The Hunt For Sustainability Champions In Belfast

Tradespeople, builders and installers across Belfast who are working towards a more sustainable future are being urged by national builders’ merchant Jewson to enter the inaugural Making Better Homes Awards. Jewson launched the free-to-enter awards to celebrate those in the industry who are working hard to create homes that are more energy efficient and comfortable. It comes …

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Ards Arts Centre Opens New Exhibitions For November

Ards Arts Centre in Newtownards is delighted to welcome two new art exhibitions this November: In Search for the Past, a joint exhibition by Maria and Anna Horvathova and Curious Carnival, a solo exhibition by Anna Donovan. Having graduated with an MFA from Belfast School of Art in 2023, Maria and Anna Horvathova have been developing their practices …

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Vertiv Invests In Manufacturing Facility In Northern Ireland To Support Growing Demand Driven By Ai And Digitalisation Trends

Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today announced that it is making a significant investment in a manufacturing facility in Campsie, Derry / Londonderry, creating approximately 200 skilled jobs and contributing to the Northern Ireland economy. Supported by Invest Northern Ireland, Vertiv’s investment will further strengthen Northern Ireland’s highly developed …

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Check Out These Luxury Celebrity Pads For Sale Including Elton John, Travis Kelce & Paul Anka

Ever wonder how the other half live? Check out these sprawling celebrity pads for sale at Top Real Estates: Elton John Is Selling His Huge Atlanta Condo Elton John has been performing in the United States since 1970 when he did his first American concert. Elton eventually became so busy with his music, television, films …

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Christmas Has Arrived At The Middle Aisle In Lidl Northern Ireland

That time of the year is fast approaching when we think about decorating our homes with twinkling lights, wrapping gifts to place under the tree and spending quality time with our families playing board games as Christmas carols play softly in the distance – it really is the most wonderful time of the year. At …

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Deluxe Festive Favourites Landing In Lidl Northern Ireland This Christmas

As the countdown to Christmas begins, excitement builds, and children count down the sleeps until Santa arrives, but for parents and adults alike, preparation is key. For those who like to host, wine and dine guests at this time of the year, Lidl Northern Ireland has a gift for you, as the retailer’s Christmas food …

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Epic Dental Brings World-Class Oral Care To Lisburn

A brand-new cosmetic dental practice, Epic Dental, has opened on Lisburn’s Bridge Street. Founded by Lisburn native, Dr. Louise McGuigan, the clinic launched on 28th October, following a £1M investment. It is currently NI’s largest provider of Invisalign Aligners and the only provider of the NiTime Clear Aligners system on the island of Ireland. The purpose-built, …

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James Cartlidge, Minister Of Defence Procurement, Visits Harland & Wolff

James Cartlidge, Minister for Defence Procurement, has visited Harland & Wolff’s Appledore shipyard as the company is set to deliver key naval programmes in line with the UK government’s National Shipbuilding Strategy Refresh. Representatives from the company briefed the Minister on the company’s business plan, comprising a five-market and six-service approach, which is being delivered …

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Northern Ireland’s Leading Motoring Businesses & Professionals Celebrated At First Ever Industry Awards

Over 480 motoring professionals representing more than 40 of Northern Ireland’s leading automotive businesses came together to celebrate their achievements at the Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards. Sponsored by Used Cars NI, The Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards took place on Friday 3rd November 2023 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Belfast to recognise the achievements, resilience, and dedication of our local automotive industry. …

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FSB Calls For Three-Stranded Approach To Flood Response

Following the inundation of businesses in Newry, Downpatrick and Portadown, as well as other individual businesses more locally, FSB has called for every layer of government to step up and respond as a matter of the highest priority – councils, Stormont Departments and the UK Government. Speaking about the type of response needed, FSB NI …

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Lidl Northern Ireland Launches Its Biggest Ever Ski Range

Despite being an idyllic season with snow-kissed mountain tops and crisp mornings, winter is a time to keep toasty and warm. Whether its adding extra layers for your daily morning commute, spectating a sports game or venturing overseas to the glorious winter ski-resorts, look no further than Lidl Northern Ireland as the retailer launches its …

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Linen Quarter BID Pledges To Fund Living Wage Foundation Accreditation For Hundreds Of Members

Thousands of employees across Linen Quarter could benefit from a wage increase as Linen Quarter Business Improvement District (LQ BID) encourages members to become Living Wage accredited ahead of Living Wage Week 2023, taking place November 6 to 12.  As an incentive to offer the Real Living Wage, the BID has pledged to fund first …

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Belfast Christmas Market Delighted To Support Lord Mayor’s Charity Kids Together Belfast

As plans are underway for the 18th Belfast Christmas Market, Market Place Europe (operators of the market) are excited to be working closely with the Lord Mayor of Belfast’s chosen charity, Kids Together Belfast, in order to raise awareness and support them in the work they do for children with moderate to severe disabilities. This …

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Slothrust Announce New EP

Slothrust — the duo composed of principal songwriter, guitar player, and unrepentant aesthete Leah Wellbaum and drummer Will Gorin — announce their forthcoming EP entitled I Promise, out October 20. “I love secrets hidden in plain sight,” says Slothrust guitarist, singer and songwriter Leah Wellbaum. Approaching a decade since their fiercely innovative debut, Wellbaum and drummer/percussionist Will Gorin search for the keys to secrets with Slothrust as they pick at …

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