A NEW Easter 1916 mural on the International Wall on the Falls Road was unveiled yesterday (Wednesday). The mural, which was painted by well known artist Danny Devenny and a team of international muralists, depicts a Belfast narrative of the Rising. Tom Hartley, Chair of the 2016 Committee, said: “When we started to organise events […]
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1916 mural unveiled on Casement anniversary
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‘Wee Oscar’ golf event draws big sporting names
THE Ryder Cup won’t be the only big golf event taking place in September following the launch of the inaugural Oscar Knox Cup in memory of the much-loved Mallusk boy. Oscar Knox, or ‘Wee Oscar’ as he was affectionately known, captured the hearts of the nation during a two-and-a-half year battle with cancer and this […]
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Marie Curie gets ready to step out at Stormont
MARIE Curie Hospice, based on the Kensington Road, offer a wide range of information and support to those diagnosed with a terminal illness. Their dedicated team offers round-the-clock care and support in a very friendly and welcoming environment. Marie Morrissey, the Day Hospice Sister, said: “We have patients who come in for the day from […]
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Christine in Carl’s corner in New York
AS Carl ‘The Jackal’ Frampton prepares to go head-to-head with Leo Santa Cruz on Saturday night for the WBA World Featherweight title, his West Belfast wife is making last minute plans to join her husband in New York for what promises to be an epic battle. Former St Dominic’s pupil Christine Frampton is due to arrive […]
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Four provinces, four peaks in four days
SUICIDE is the biggest killer of young people in Ireland and an Omagh man and his partner are doing their bit to tackle the problem by raising funds for North Belfast-based suicide prevention charity. PIPS. Barry McColgan, from Omagh, together with his fiancée Catherine are climbing the highest peak in each province to raise much-needed […]
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The rich and colourful story of Alice Milligan
FRESH from its success at the recent McCracken Summer School. The story of the life and times of one of Ireland’s most extraordinary human rights campaigners is set to be performed at the August Féile. Aisling Ghéar Theatre Company will bring the story of Alice Milligan – A Girl of Genius to the Cultúrlann on August […]
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