Eamonn McGurk

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Eamonn McGurk

There's a saying in politics not to air your dirty laundry in public but one assembly member is making it her business to raise the issue of nappies - and more specifically, what to do about their disposal. DUP MLA Michelle McIlveen is bringing a proposal to the assembly on Monday to highlight the recycling of disposable nappies by local councils. She is also calling on Environment Minister Andrew Muir to promote the use of reusable nappy products.

Nov 14, 2024 | yahoo.com | Eamonn McGurk

It's a long way from rural County Fermanagh to walking the red carpet at one of the biggest film premieres in the world, but that's the journey one man from Ederney has travelled. On Wednesday photographer Aidan Monaghan rubbed shoulders with the stars of Sir Ridley Scott's epic blockbuster Gladiator 2. He took the official photographs on set which are adorning billboards across the world.

Nov 14, 2024 | yahoo.com | Eamonn McGurk

Cookstown lit up for Christmas 2023 [Mid Ulster Council]Generate Key TakeawaysWith the big day less than six weeks away it is time to think about turning on the twinkly lights. So when and where are public light switch-ons happening across Northern Ireland? The big switch-on in Belfast is at City Hall on Saturday when the lord mayor will lead the festivities alongside a host of local talent including choirs, musicians, artists and acrobats.

Oct 12, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Eamonn McGurk

Larne has recently tasted victory on the football pitch but that may not be the only sporting success for the County Antrim town. A new facility may just inspire a new generation of skateboarding talent. The newly opened skate park features interconnected ramps and has been designed to cater to all skill levels.