News archive December 2007

`Rock Around The Clock` 28 December 2007
The biggest New Year`s Eve party in Belfast takes place at the city`s Custom House Square on Monday 31 December.

Lord Mayor`s New Year`s Message 27 December 2007
The Lord Mayor has placed the continued – and improved – health and wellbeing of both the city and its people at the top of his agenda for 2008.

Kerbside box collections 20 December 2007
There are some changes to arrangements for the collection of kerbside recycling boxes over the Christmas holiday period.

Schools enjoy Carol Party 18 December 2007
Almost 2,500 primary school children from all corners of Belfast have come together to celebrate Christmas.

`Still in the stadium game` 18 December 2007
A real alternative for a potential sports stadium for Belfast, fully backed by a detailed business case, will be presented to Government early in the New Year.

Marathon `sale` nearing close 13 December 2007
The Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is offering a ten per cent discount on entry fees received before Monday 31 December.

`Give the planet a gift` 13 December 2007
Belfast residents are being urged to `give the planet a gift` this Christmas as the city council launches its latest recycling campaign.

Joe proves he is no mean citizen 13 December 2007
Joseph Kavanagh is the final addition to a photographic exhibition of Belfast`s most celebrated citizens.

Smoke-free Belfast – seven months on 13 December 2007
Seven months on from the introduction of the smoke-free legislation, the vast majority of businesses in the Belfast City Council area are complying with the law.

`Tree of Life` 12 December 2007
A very special Christmas tree is being put up in Belfast.

Brightest and best Christmas 11 December 2007
Christmas in Belfast is the brightest and best yet – and that`s official.

Talking European 10 December 2007
Northern Ireland citizens will be better informed about Europe following an agreement by influential European representatives.

Charity`s work recognised 10 December 2007
The work of a local charity, which has helped people with disabilities for six decades, is to be recognised.

`Litter, Camera, Action!` 7 December 2007
The winners of the council`s `Litter, Camera, Action!` advertising competition have been announced,

Festival goers `out to lunch` 7 December 2007
The Out to Lunch Arts Festival opens its doors once again from 4 - 27 January 2008 with a new and expanded `menu`.

Spirit of Christmas at Market 5 December 2007
Traders at Belfast`s Continental Market have made a substantial donation to the Northern Ireland Children`s Hospice.

Teenagers making an IMPACT 5 December 2007
A group of young people from across Belfast are hoping to make a real IMPACT on their peers, with the launch of a new magazine.

`Get Home Safe` this Christmas 4 December 2007
With the festive party season now in full swing, party-goers are being urged to “think when you drink”.

European award 4 December 2007
A Belfast event which attracted 6,000 schoolchildren throughout its two-day run has been congratulated for being “among the best initiatives of its type in Europe”.

Red Cross `on the run` 4 December 2007
The official charity for the 2008 Deep River Rock Belfast City Marathon is appealing to runners to help raise vital funds.

Christmas Fair at St. George`s Market 4 December 2007
Looking for that Christmas present that`s just a little bit different? Or something a little special for your festive menu?

Belfast to ring in New Year 3 December 2007
Belfast will `Rock Around The Clock` as it rings in the new year with a massive free concert.

Carols by lamplight 3 December 2007
The sound of carols sung by lamplight will be heard in Belfast city centre.

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