A LOCAL schoolgirl has qualified for the World Championships in Lyrical Dance after being inspired by the art through a hit reality television show. 12-year-old Chloe Montgomery from Turf Lodge has been attending lyrical dance school since becoming fascinated with reality TV show Dance Moms. She explained: “I love this show called ‘Dance Moms’ and […]
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Smokers helped to quit for good in New Year
THE Public Health Agency is asking smokers to put plans in place to quit the habit as the New Year begins. They are encouraging smokers to use this opportunity to make a plan, think about what steps they are going to take to stay off tobacco for good, and seek practical support and advice from […]
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PIPS look to a busy New Year with confidence as they seek a more secure financial footing
The Chairman of PIPS says they’re moving towards working more strategically as efforts are made to put the charity on a more secure financial footing. Formed by Philip McTaggart in 2003 in the midst of a suicide crisis and named after his late son Phillip, the charity has been at the forefront of fighting back […]
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Turas tackling prejudice and discrimination head-on
A YOUTH project is doing its bit to address a range of social issues in North Belfast. Set up earlier this year, Turas youth project is based in New Lodge Youth Centre and was formed after a group of friends wanted to address stereotyping and overcoming prejudice and discrimination in North Belfast. Made up of […]
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Facing a first Christmas without a loved one
AS many homes prepare to celebrate the most magical time of year, for many families this could be their first Christmas without a loved one. Falls Road woman Sharon Mills is asking people to honour the memory of their loved ones by supporting the annual Hospice Christmas Lights Appeal throughout the month of December. Sharon’s […]
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Lagan past becomes part of Minnowburn’s future
WOOD that was once the decking of Belfast’s Lagan Weir footbridge has found a new lease of life thanks to some creative upcycling by conservation charity, the National Trust. Upcycling is a buzzword at the moment as people seek creative ways to turn unwanted goods into something new. The National Trust recently showed just how […]
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