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Lough Neagh Artisan Market Promises to be Better Than Ever

After uncertainty over whether the popular Lough Neagh Artisan Market would return again, following a previous cancelled market due to the impact of the algal bloom crisis, organisers are excited to announce that the Lough Neagh Artisan Market will be even bigger with a more family-focused experience for visitors this summer. Taking place on Sunday…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 11 hours ago
Ann Marie Collins of Annie's Delights, Una Johnston of The Lock Keeper's Cottage, Noreen Van der Velde of Noreen's Nettles ,and Eimear Kearney of Lough Neagh Partnership, are all looking forward to the Lough Neagh Artisan Market on 7 June

The Little Lamb Who Won the Internet

With a cuteness quotient that shouldn’t be allowed, Norris the not-so-sheepish Valais Blacknose is a woolly wonder from Kilrea who’s setting the internet alight. Mandi Millar reports                                                     This isn’t any lamb. This is Norris, the Valais Blacknose lamb, and he’s taking the internet by storm. With a fan club that stretches from Aghadowey and Ahoghill to America…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 3 days ago

The Derry Mum Behind the Super Elixir

When exhaustion and aches left Theresa Killen feeling drained, the mum of three created her own natural health drink, and its growing popularity has taken even her by surprise.  Mandi Millar reports As Galliagh mum Theresa Killen (52) collapsed exhausted into her sofa after a day’s work, she thought, there’s got to be more to…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 6 days ago

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR MRANI AWARDS 2026

The Minorities Recognition Awards Northern Ireland (MRANI) are officially open for nominations for 2026, celebrating the outstanding contributions ethnic minority communities make to Northern Ireland’s economy, culture and business landscape. The awards recognise individuals and organisations across a wide range of sectors and are encouraging businesses throughout Northern Ireland to shine a spotlight on the…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago

White Gold Bridal

Bridal Can Be More Than Ivory From floral embroidery and soft colour to standout detail and modern romance, the team at White Gold say more brides are looking beyond traditional ivory and choosing gowns with real personality. For years, bridal fashion was built around a familiar palette. Ivory, cream and classic white remain timeless for…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago

Vaughan Chartered Accountants

Why Growing Businesses Need More Than DIY Accounting Stephanie Vaughan, founder of Vaughan Chartered Accountants, explains why good accountancy is about far more than year-end paperwork, and how the right financial support can give business owners the clarity and confidence to grow. What are the signs that a business has outgrown the DIY approach to…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago

Tanya Khan Aesthetics

Feeling Like You Again Aesthetic nurse prescriber Tanya Khan explains how perimenopause can change the face, and how one client’s words, “I felt truly heard, understood and seen”, reflect the kind of support women experience in her clinic. Perimenopause can arrive quietly, then suddenly feel almost impossible to ignore. For aesthetic nurse prescriber and clinic…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago

Starview NI

Bring Home the Benefits of a Sauna Spring may be here, but in Northern Ireland that still leaves plenty of cool, damp evenings, making a home sauna a surprisingly smart way to add comfort and year-round wellness to your outdoor space. When people think of saunas, they often picture snowy cabins, Scandinavian escapes or luxury…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago

Solasta Healthcare

Understanding HRT Dr Linda Kelly, GP and menopause specialist at Solasta Healthcare, explains how modern HRT differs from the treatment many women still feel unsure about, and why the right support can make a real difference during perimenopause and menopause. Hormone Replacement Therapy, or HRT, has come a long way over the past few decades.…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago

Sheena Noelle Design

Designing with Light in Mind Interior designer Sheena Noelle explains why roof window blinds have become an essential part of modern homes, and how new systems like KuroLok are changing the way we design brighter spaces. As contemporary homes embrace roof-lights, skylights and glazed extensions, interior design has had to evolve alongside them. These features…

  • By Local Women Editor
  • 2 weeks ago