Funeral Held for Acclaimed Belfast Poet Michael Longley
Acclaimed Belfast poet Michael Longley's funeral took place on Saturday in Belfast, attended by hundreds including Irish President Michael D. Higgins, following his death on January 22nd at age 85. The service celebrated his life and work, highlighting his love for music.
Funeral Held for Acclaimed Belfast Poet Michael Longley
Acclaimed Belfast poet Michael Longley's funeral took place on Saturday in Belfast, attended by hundreds including Irish President Michael D. Higgins, following his death on January 22nd at age 85. The service celebrated his life and work, highlighting his love for music.
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Death of Celebrated Irish Poet Michael Longley at 85
Acclaimed Belfast poet Michael Longley died at age 85 on Thursday; his poetry, ranging from nature to the Troubles, earned him numerous awards including the T.S. Eliot Prize and impacted Irish and global literature profoundly.
Death of Celebrated Irish Poet Michael Longley at 85
Acclaimed Belfast poet Michael Longley died at age 85 on Thursday; his poetry, ranging from nature to the Troubles, earned him numerous awards including the T.S. Eliot Prize and impacted Irish and global literature profoundly.
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Rory Gallagher Statue Unveiled in Belfast
A statue of Irish rock and blues legend Rory Gallagher will be unveiled outside Belfast's Ulster Hall on Saturday, celebrating his significant contribution to the city's music scene during the Troubles, and highlighting his enduring legacy.
Rory Gallagher Statue Unveiled in Belfast
A statue of Irish rock and blues legend Rory Gallagher will be unveiled outside Belfast's Ulster Hall on Saturday, celebrating his significant contribution to the city's music scene during the Troubles, and highlighting his enduring legacy.
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Belfast Cathedral Forms First All-Girls Choir
St. Peter's Cathedral in Belfast launched its first all-girls choir in June 2024, addressing a historical gap and adding a unique tonal quality to its music program; the choir will perform at the Christmas midnight Mass.
Belfast Cathedral Forms First All-Girls Choir
St. Peter's Cathedral in Belfast launched its first all-girls choir in June 2024, addressing a historical gap and adding a unique tonal quality to its music program; the choir will perform at the Christmas midnight Mass.
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DfI Meets Business Leaders to Tackle Belfast Traffic Congestion
The Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland is meeting with Belfast business leaders on Monday to discuss solutions to the city's traffic congestion, with potential measures including incentivizing park and rides, and improving public transport.
DfI Meets Business Leaders to Tackle Belfast Traffic Congestion
The Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland is meeting with Belfast business leaders on Monday to discuss solutions to the city's traffic congestion, with potential measures including incentivizing park and rides, and improving public transport.
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Translink Faces Criticism Amidst Service Disruptions and Funding Concerns in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's public transport system, Translink, faces criticism for service disruptions and underfunding, impacting commuters and city center traffic; Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd says he would provide more funding if possible, while other stakeholders emphasize the need for long-term ...
Translink Faces Criticism Amidst Service Disruptions and Funding Concerns in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's public transport system, Translink, faces criticism for service disruptions and underfunding, impacting commuters and city center traffic; Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd says he would provide more funding if possible, while other stakeholders emphasize the need for long-term ...
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Belfast's Rapid Rise in Sustainable Tourism
Belfast's tourism sector, once hindered by conflict, has rapidly embraced sustainability, improving its global ranking and implementing eco-friendly practices across museums, hotels, and the cruise industry, despite facing funding and traveler apathy challenges.
Belfast's Rapid Rise in Sustainable Tourism
Belfast's tourism sector, once hindered by conflict, has rapidly embraced sustainability, improving its global ranking and implementing eco-friendly practices across museums, hotels, and the cruise industry, despite facing funding and traveler apathy challenges.
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Belfast SSE Arena Adds £1 to First Drinks for Reusable Cups
The SSE Arena in Belfast will add a £1 non-refundable charge to the first drink purchased to cover costs associated with its new reusable cup scheme, differing from other participating venues, and sparking debate among patrons.
Belfast SSE Arena Adds £1 to First Drinks for Reusable Cups
The SSE Arena in Belfast will add a £1 non-refundable charge to the first drink purchased to cover costs associated with its new reusable cup scheme, differing from other participating venues, and sparking debate among patrons.
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Belfast Charity Secures Funding for New Premises
Belfast's Sólás charity, serving 1,500 children with additional needs, will begin building new £2.5m premises in 2025 after community fundraising, a £500,000 donation, and an £800,000 government grant overcame a prior funding cut from Belfast City Council.
Belfast Charity Secures Funding for New Premises
Belfast's Sólás charity, serving 1,500 children with additional needs, will begin building new £2.5m premises in 2025 after community fundraising, a £500,000 donation, and an £800,000 government grant overcame a prior funding cut from Belfast City Council.
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Belfast Opens Bus Lanes to Taxis, Sparking Safety Concerns
To ease Belfast's Christmas traffic congestion, the Department for Infrastructure temporarily allowed taxis in certain bus lanes starting December 13th, a move praised by some businesses but criticized by cycling advocates for jeopardizing cyclist safety.
Belfast Opens Bus Lanes to Taxis, Sparking Safety Concerns
To ease Belfast's Christmas traffic congestion, the Department for Infrastructure temporarily allowed taxis in certain bus lanes starting December 13th, a move praised by some businesses but criticized by cycling advocates for jeopardizing cyclist safety.
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Belfast Police Probe Anti-Irish Language Leaflets
On December 9th, 2024, anti-Irish language leaflets were distributed outside an Irish language class in Belfast, prompting a police investigation into a hate incident and raising concerns about intimidation and cultural tensions.
Belfast Police Probe Anti-Irish Language Leaflets
On December 9th, 2024, anti-Irish language leaflets were distributed outside an Irish language class in Belfast, prompting a police investigation into a hate incident and raising concerns about intimidation and cultural tensions.
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Belfast Urges Work From Home to Combat City Centre Traffic Congestion
Belfast's Department for Infrastructure (DfI) is urging residents to work from home one day a week to ease heavy traffic congestion across the city center, supplementing road engineering projects and public information campaigns.
Belfast Urges Work From Home to Combat City Centre Traffic Congestion
Belfast's Department for Infrastructure (DfI) is urging residents to work from home one day a week to ease heavy traffic congestion across the city center, supplementing road engineering projects and public information campaigns.
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