A NEW study which recommends the reinstallation of CCTV cameras back into South Belfast’s Holylands area has been welcomed by residents, elected representatives and community groups. The residential area, which is heavily populated with students attending the nearby Queen’s University and Ulster University, has been on the wrong end of anti-social behaviour over recent years, […]
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CCTV cameras to tackle anti-social behaviour
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Queen’s Uni supporting the SPAR Craic 10K
QUEEN’S University are the latest institution to show their support to the annual SPAR Craic 10K taking place on St Patrick’s Day throughout the city. Starting at the gates of City Hall, the route will take in the Gaeltacht Quarter as well as the prestigious university, Botanic Avenue and Gardens before the finish line at […]
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New book challenges perceptions of religion
WHAT if, in the city of Belfast, that is conflicted both emotionally and physically, a non-churchgoer artist decides to visit every church for a service, simply looking and listening to what is going on. Well, Bronagh Lawson decided to do just that and has written about her experiences in her new book, Belfast: City of […]
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Edmund Rice to host an Evening of Light
EDMUND Rice College in Glengormley are inviting the public to attend a special night to support mental health across the North Belfast community. The Evening of Light will take place at the school tonight Wednesday (February 5) at 7pm featuring music and reflection. Music will form a reflective and peaceful atmosphere for the evening, delivered […]
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Belfast councillors keep rates increase below 2% for sixth consecutive year
BELFAST City Council have agreed to keep the district rate increase below 2% for the sixth consecutive year. The district rate increase for 2020/21 will be 1.99%. In real terms, the district rate increase will mean domestic ratepayers in Belfast paying, on average, an extra 63 pence per month. The increase for businesses will be […]
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Martin rings the bell for the final time
THE beginning of February will mark the start of spring and change for one West Belfast primary school principal as he prepares to retire. Holy Child Primary School principal Martin Short, himself a past pupil of the Andersonstown school, will hear the bell ring for the last time this week as he calls an end […]
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