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Archive | February, 2012

‘Ghost Town’ road killed off by rates

South Belfast’s premier shopping district is rapidly becoming a ghost town due to exorbitant rates charges, according to the latest trader to shut up shop there.

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Hopeful straws in Council wind

They are just straws in the wind and it could be nothing more than Stockholm Syndrome after spending seven

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Roma musicians take centre stage during LMHR’s ‘unparalleled night of world music’

THE Lower Ormeau has hosted the first ever performance by migrant Roma musicians playing alongside Belfast artists at the inaugural Love Music Hate Racism event.

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Young leaders sought for global reconciliation programme

SOUTH Belfast-based reconciliation charity, the Corrymeela Community has launched an international youth leadership programme and is seeking local candidates.

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Effects of City’s closure shows in waiting times

THE closure of South Belfast’s only accident and emergency unit is continuing to make visitor numbers and waiting times skyrocket at the closest alternative for locals.

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Nursery kids ‘the lifeblood’ of remarkable school

IT is one of the most remarkable educational establishments in Ireland where pupils face daily hurdles infinitely more challenging than tough homework or playground politics.

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