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Archive | March, 2020

Irvine forced to play the waiting game as Olympics are pushed back

IN the midst of the mayhem and uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic, there have been some good news stories and Brendan Irvine’s qualification for a second Olympic Games certainly ticks that box. While the Tokyo Games have now been pushed back to 2021 following discussions between the International Olympic Committee and the Japanese government this […]

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Lettuce continue to serve you says Fortwilliam greengrocer

It’s not exactly business as usual at Fortwilliam Greengrocers on the Antrim Road but owner Kelly O’Hare is pledging to turnip every day to serve her loyal customers. Fruit and veg shops were designated as essential retail businesses under the new Stormont Coronavirus restrictions — much to the relief of Kelly and sister-in-law Francine who […]

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OPINION: In a city oft-divided, unity against a common enemy

  We have been here before. Or at least, I have. Dread and despair.  A fear of imminent and overwhelming attack. Panic and hysteria. A feeling of abandonment. Questions in a torrent but answers in a trickle. It took a while before it hit me but my first ride on this rollercoaster was as a nine-year-old when […]

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August Féile will restore our spirits, vows West Fest Director

FÉILE an Phobail Director Kevin Gamble is pledging that this year’s August carnival will play a key role in rebuilding community spirit in the wake of the Coronavirus crisis. “When times get tough, the community of West Belfast and Féile an Phobail are never found wanting,” he said.  “If you think back to why Féile was […]

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LORAG launches Good morning phone call service

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From March 18, Lorag has been operating a daily “Good morning” phone call service to elderly, vulnerable and those socially isolating in the Lower Ormeau area. “This service has been in response to community need and the ongoing health crisis to ensure people receive a daily chat, check in and any support they may need,” […]

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GALLERY: The new normal in Belfast as Coronavirus storms in

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