BONFIRE builders who removed tyres from two sites in East Belfast on Monday have now said there is no need for Belfast City Council staff to take action. At a special meeting yesterday, Belfast City Council announced they would “remove materials” from both sites due to environmental concerns. Shortly after the announcement, those that built […]
Tyres removed from bonfires at Avoniel and Connswater sites
Young people getting ready for summer fun
SCHOOL’S out for summer – rejoice, celebrate and, of course, contemplate the familiar dilemma of what to do with your young ones during their long two months off. If you or a young person you know is faced with the habitual struggle to fill those days with excitement, then look no further than the New […]
Pic of the day, Monday July 8
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Avoniel Leisure Centre closes doors after staff ‘threatened’
AVONIEL Leisure Centre had to close its doors on Sunday afternoon after its main entrance was closed by men who were behaving in a “threatening” way to staff. In a note sent to councillors, Belfast City Council said the decision to close Avoniel Leisure Centre was taken “due to the potential threat” to workers. A […]
The Miami: dance hall days are back
SHOPPERS and workers on Great Victoria Street did a double take this week as the writing team and cast from the Miami Showband Story struck up a few classic numbers outside the Grand Opera House. Martin Lynch and Marie Jones along with showband man George Jones and West Belfast Miami member Des Lee entertained city […]
Pic of the Day, Wednesday, July 3
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