Gustav Wilhelm Wolff 1843-1913 one of the founders of the Belfast Shipbuilding Company Harland And Wolff last remaining part of history known as the Den at Station Road Belfast is under threat from the Developers stay with this story to...
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Gustav Wilhelm Wolff 1843-1913 one of the founders of the Belfast Shipbuilding Company Harland And Wolff last remaining part of history known as the Den at Station Road Belfast is under threat from the Developers stay with this story to see if the http://www palmerston- residents association.org can stop the Developers from destroying this part of Belfast Northern Ireland history read the comments from the Chairman of the Association on his daily work trying to save this part of everyones history as he works to change the opinions of local council and the planning department and to raise public support for such a worthwhile cause
BELFAST, Northern Ireland, Nov. 22 (UPI) --
Two men crashed a car carrying a 400-pound bomb through barriers at Belfast police headquarters but it only partially exploded, authorities said Sunday.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland said in a statement the men fled the vehicle after driving it through the barriers Saturday night but only a small explosion followed about 30 minutes later, CNN reported.
the statement said.
The statement did not mention any injuries in the incident... Read Full Story
Preconceived notions of college have always emphasized the campus and classroom environment. If you’re one of the lucky ones you stumble upon an opportunity to build on your knowledge and experiences beyond campus borders. I was lucky to learn about international studies and work abroad.
It was my sophomore year of college and I was moving into my new on-campus apartment for the semester. It was a two-bedroom apartment with a common area and shared kitchen. My roommate was new to the room... Read Full Story
One of the most reliable aortic aneurysm screening centres in Belfast is 3fivetwo.com They offer the best health care services in all their three clinics in Belfast, Northern Ireland ( EMAILWIRE.COM , October 27, 2009 ) Belfast , North Ireland - Aortic aneurysm can prove to be fatal and it should be screened regularly to chart its growth rate. Aortic aneurysm is condition where by the affected individual develops weakened bulging areas in the aorta. Aorta is one of the major blood... Read Full Story
This is what is left of the Den on Station Road Sydenham Belfast the last
remaining part of the history of the shipbuilding in Northern Ireland.The
cottages that once stood on this land were bulldozed at 7.15 am on the 19th
January 2009.The Residents Association fought long and hard to save the
buildings for future generations, however as we the people of Sydenham should
have by now realised our views are irrelevant,for to long people have done what
they want within our community... Read Full Story
This is what is left of the Den on Station Road Sydenham Belfast the last remaining part of the history of the shipbuilding in Northern Ireland.The cottages that once stood on this land were bulldozed at 7.15 am on the 19th January 2009.The Residents Association fought long and hard to save the buildings for future generations, however as we the people of Sydenham should have by now realised our views are irrelevant,for to long people have done what they want within our community without... Read Full Story
This is what is left of the Den on Station Road Sydenham Belfast the last remaining part of the history of the shipbuilding in Northern Ireland.The cottages that once stood on this land were bulldozed at 7.15 am on the 19th January 2009.The Residents Association fought long and hard to save the buildings for future generations, however as we the people of Sydenham should have by now realised our views are irrelevant,for to long people have done what they want within our community without... Read Full Story
Samson and Goliath – two of the best-known biblical figures – dominate the Belfast skyline.
They aren’t massive statues, not even duelling giants, instead the names refer to the gigantic, yellow shipbuilding gantry cranes that tower over the city’s Harland & Wolff shipyard.
The two cranes have cast long shadows over Belfast city centre since the early 70’s when Goliath was completed – five years after the slightly shorter Samson.
What couldn’t have been expected upon their completion... Read Full Story
The Albert Bridge is a bridge in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It spans the River Lagan and is one of eight bridges in the city. It was completed in 1890 by Belfast city surveyor J C Bretland after two arches of the previous bridge suddenly collapsed in 1886. It is located close to the city centre between East Bridge Street and the Albert Bridge Road. Read Full Story
It was with great regret that the residents association learnt of the demolition of the cottages at 2-4 Station Road.
The Residents Association successfully lobbied for a spot listing which expired on the 16th January 2009 and the cottages were demolished on the next working day.
The Community Telegraph covered the story in full when the spot listing was granted.
The Residents Association will be in contact with a number of elected representatives and media outlets in the coming days to... Read Full Story
97 Years Ago This Month, 12 April 1912... 8 Miles Today.... It was cool today, about 38 degrees but for walking Forrest had a very uneventful morning except for the young lady backing out of her driveway while talking on her cell phone. Forrest saw her but she never realize he was there. She could have made toothpicks out of Forrest if she had run over him. My journey would have ended in Belfast Ireland. My destiny is to write about Ireland, so that's my mission. Like today's song on my... Read Full Story
