Genesis Bakery Launched New “Afters” Cake Range

After a year in development, Genesis Bakery has proudly unveiled its most exciting own-brand innovation yet, nine uniquely flavoured "Afters" cakes. This luxurious new...

Looking Back: September 2015

    

Genosys EyeCell Kit: Professional-Grade Eye Care at Home

Say goodbye to dark circles, puffiness and fine lines. The Genosys EyeCell Kit is a professional grade, home-care eye treatment system that rejuvenates the delicate eye...

Autumn Fair 2025

Belfast’s Botanic Gardens will mark the turning of the seasons with the return of Autumn Fair on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September. Among the...

Magic & Mistletoe: Unique Christmas Trail Returns to Magheramorne Estate

Magheramorne Estate is set to sparkle once again this winter as it transforms into a festive wonderland for its much-loved Magic & Mistletoe Christmas...

Waterboys’ Fiddler Steve Wickham Joins Deirdre Kinahan at Seamus Heaney HomePlace

Celebrating theatre, music and storytelling, this special evening unites two of Ireland’s most celebrated artists for an unforgettable night of characters, rhythm and song. Seamus Heaney...

The LEGO Group has Officially Opened its 1st Store in Northern Ireland

The LEGO Group has officially opened the doors to its first Northern Ireland LEGO® Store in Belfast.  Located in the Victoria Square shopping centre, the new...

Downpatrick Racecourse Ladies’ Day

Style and glamour lit up Downpatrick Racecourse on August Bank Holiday Monday, as Ladies Day drew crowds to Ireland’s oldest racecourse. The event, famed...

Full Cast and Creatives Announced for NI Opera’s Spectacular Production of Follies

A host of Northern Irish and Irish talent were announced today, completing an epic thirty-two strong cast of Northern Ireland Opera’s historic revival of...

A Night of Sparkle, Song & Santa Magic

Cash for Kids Northern Ireland Announces Glamorous Christmas Nostalgia Gala Ball - In Aid of Mission Christmas 2025 – Ensuring No Child Wakes Up...

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Genesis Bakery Launched New “Afters” Cake Range

After a year in development, Genesis Bakery has proudly unveiled its most exciting own-brand innovation yet, nine uniquely flavoured "Afters" cakes. This luxurious new...

Looking Back: September 2015

    

Genosys EyeCell Kit: Professional-Grade Eye Care at Home

Say goodbye to dark circles, puffiness and fine lines. The Genosys EyeCell Kit is a professional grade, home-care eye treatment system that rejuvenates the delicate eye...

Autumn Fair 2025

Belfast’s Botanic Gardens will mark the turning of the seasons with the return of Autumn Fair on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September. Among the...

Magic & Mistletoe: Unique Christmas Trail Returns to Magheramorne Estate

Magheramorne Estate is set to sparkle once again this winter as it transforms into a festive wonderland for its much-loved Magic & Mistletoe Christmas...

Waterboys’ Fiddler Steve Wickham Joins Deirdre Kinahan at Seamus Heaney HomePlace

Celebrating theatre, music and storytelling, this special evening unites two of Ireland’s most celebrated artists for an unforgettable night of characters, rhythm and song. Seamus Heaney...

The LEGO Group has Officially Opened its 1st Store in Northern Ireland

The LEGO Group has officially opened the doors to its first Northern Ireland LEGO® Store in Belfast.  Located in the Victoria Square shopping centre, the new...

Downpatrick Racecourse Ladies’ Day

Style and glamour lit up Downpatrick Racecourse on August Bank Holiday Monday, as Ladies Day drew crowds to Ireland’s oldest racecourse. The event, famed...

Full Cast and Creatives Announced for NI Opera’s Spectacular Production of Follies

A host of Northern Irish and Irish talent were announced today, completing an epic thirty-two strong cast of Northern Ireland Opera’s historic revival of...

A Night of Sparkle, Song & Santa Magic

Cash for Kids Northern Ireland Announces Glamorous Christmas Nostalgia Gala Ball - In Aid of Mission Christmas 2025 – Ensuring No Child Wakes Up...

Miss NI 2025 Shortlisted for the Young Sarcoma Voice of the Year Award

Carly Wilson, Miss Northern Ireland 2025, has been shortlisted by Sarcoma UK for their Young Sarcoma Voice of the Year Award. The winner will be...

Perfectly Pink: Local Cancer Charity Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Run

Cancer Focus NI are set to paint Titanic Slipways pink on Sunday, 12th October 2025, with the return of the charity’s iconic breast cancer...

NIHF Launches Search for Rising Stars

As part of its longstanding partnership with Ulster Bank, the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF) has announced the return of the Rising Stars competition,...

Belfast Maritime Festival 2025

From Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th September, Belfast’s spectacular waterfront will be transformed into a vibrant celebration of sea, ships, stories and shared experiences as...

Michael Deane Announces New Burger Restaurant in East Belfast

Acclaimed chef and owner of Deanes at Queens, Deanes Meatlocker and mrDeanes, Michael Deane, recently announced via social media that he will be opening...

Looking Back: August 2015

   

PANI Summer Drinks

The Harp Bar in Belfast was the venue for PANI summer drinks. For more coverage, see our August issue.  

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2025

Following a huge SOLD-OUT weekend in 2024, EMERGE, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is set to return in 2025 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday weekend...

Joanne’s Fashion Pick Of The Week

All Things Sky Blue The fresh, clean shade of sky blue has taken over the catwalks and is quickly becoming the go-to colour in fashion....

John Hewitt Summer School

The John Hewitt International Summer School returned to Armagh recently. For more coverage, see our August issue.  

HOTHOUSE FLOWERS TO HEADLINE LIVE MUSIC GIG AT THE BELFAST MARITIME FESTIVAL

Belfast Maritime Festival returns on the 6th-7th September with a brand-new addition to its programme- an evening music gig. In an exciting first for the festival,...

Belfast Whiskey Week Awards

The 7th Belfast Whiskey Week, Ireland's largest whiskey festival, took place from 18th to 26th July. For more coverage, see our August issue.      

The 12th annual Open House Festival

The 12th annual Open House Festival is a month-long programme of music, comedy, literary, and food & drink events. The majority of the 125 events...

Looking Back August 1998

Looking Back August 1998    

Beyond the Crown 

We are delighted to have Miss NI Carly Wilson on board with a brand new diary starting this month! To say I did not expect...

Lauma Kilgas Turns Up the Heat to Be Crowned Ireland’s Next Top Chef 2025

Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa chef serves up perfection to win coveted title A rising star in Irish cuisine, Lauma Kilgas, Senior Sous Chef at...

Moira Speciality Food Fair

The 10th Moira Speciality Food Fair is returning to Moira Demesne from 16th to 17th August to showcase the rich food heritage and innovative producers...

Clandeboye Festival 2025: Aspects of Summer

Founded in 2001 by pianist Barry Douglas, the 24th annual Clandeboye Festival will take place from 16th to 23rd August 2025. This year’s festival -...

Grand Family Festival 2025

The highly anticipated 2025 Grand Family Festival officially opened this week and will run from Monday 11th to Friday 15th August 2025. This much-loved annual...

Inspiring Textiles Project Unveils Stunning Art Installation at WWT Castle Espie

Newtownards-based social enterprise Inspiring Yarns is celebrating the successful completion of its 18-month heritage project Inspiring Textiles at WWT Castle Espie, made possible by...

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