Well-known Belfast photographer John Mallon has opened his home to a student from Gaza. Mustafa Afana, who is 25, is currently studying for a Masters Degree in Translation at Queen’s University. As well as being grateful to John for his generosity, Mustafa has been overwhelmed by the generosity of others, especially that of the Felons […]
Archive | November, 2015
From Gaza to Queen’s – Mustafa finds a warm welcome right across the city
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Housing bosses admit two Belfast multi-million regeneration schemes are in areas of “low to medium need”
The Department for Social Development has admitted that a regeneration pilot scheme in North Belfast is being carried out in areas of “low to medium need”. Two areas of North Belfast – Tigers Bay/Mountcollyer and Lower Oldpark – are to have millions of pounds pumped into them as part of a scheme targeting run-down areas. […]
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Impressive Elks ready to take a step up in class in hotly-contested weekend tournament
NATIONAL Shield U18 women’s basketball champions 2015, Ulster Elks, will host a first round of the U18 National Cup Competition this weekend at Ulster University’s Jordanstown campus. The event will see the Elks take on opposition from Tralee Imperials and Portlaoise Panthers in their pool games on Saturday at 12.45pm and 4.15pm. Portlaoise, with 6’3″ […]
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Police admit they aren’t investigating extortion demands that have halted work at building sites
The PSNI is not investigating extortion demands which have halted much-needed social housing builds in Belfast because no official complaints have been made by the victims. The admission from the police service comes after a well known criminal gang made threats to contractors working on the redevelopment of the Long Streets in North Belfast, bringing […]
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New era beckons for the Cluain Ard
Belfast’s Irish language cultural hub Cumann Chluain Ard has secured the last of its funding for its complete refurbishment. The committee said they are delighted with the support given by Belfast City Council through the Local Investment Fund (LIF). Caoimhín Ó Caitni, on behalf of the committee, said that the Chluain Ard’s longstanding commitment to […]
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50 jobs to go at Dunnes in West Belfast
WEST BELFAST MP Paul Maskey has expressed shock at the news that the Dunnes Stores food hall at the Park Centre is set to close with the loss of approximately 50 jobs. Staff were called to a meeting at the store yesterday afternoon and told the news. It is not yet clear when the shop […]
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