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Archives for November 2009

The Bank Of ireland
On this day we bow down and kiss the feet of the banks and praise them for their great acumen... Apparently, they're closing the BOI head office in Belfast. But the head bucks aren't being hoofed out.. Currently, they're shipping them over from Belfast to London from Tuesday to Thursday. £200 for the return flight. £200 a…
Ford Mondeo Help
Help!! i would like to come across a parcel shelf (boot covering part) for a year 2000 ford mondeo, i think its a mark 2 mondeo, the rounder shape. as its coming up to the time of year when christmas presents may require storage in my boot whilst in shops i would like to have the parcel shelf so that no one can have a look…
Buy a Gift / Captain Cash promo
Did anyone else take advantage of the above promotion and get vouchers for hair cuts / mini beauty treatments etc? Mine arrived today and directed me to www.hairgroup.co.uk to see my nearest participating salon. Despite the original blurb stating salons were located throughout UK and Ireland I cannot find any Irish or N…
Hairdresser
Does anyone know of a hairdresser or a salon that is open on a sunday in Belfast or surrounding areas. Thank you.
Dry Cleaners in East Belfast required
Hi, I need to get two sets of full length curtains (with lining attached) cleaned. Can anyone recommend a dry cleaners that is okay on price and will do a good job. Somewhere in East Belfast please. Thanks, Willyk
Long shelving
Hi all, Does anyone know where I could get some long white melamine shelving? I need one thats about 190-200cm long and about 250 or 270mm deep. B&Q, screwfix, homebase and Ikea don't have any that are suitable so wondered if anyone can help with some information? I'm in the North Down area. Thanks as always! :beer:
Not Really Money Saving But..... just curious
OH & I were going into Victoria Centre on Saturday and saw they were Filming "Embarrassing Bodies"... Don't know why anyone would want to show the Nation their Fungal infections and the likes but just curious if anyone poped in for a Diagnosis??
Recession!!!! What Recession
OH & I were in Belfast at the weekend and it was Packed (Well I think so anyway) OH & I stayed in the a Hotel for the Night and it too was booked out according to the lady on reception..... LOADS of Southern Shoppers up.... Obviously up for the cheaper items for Christmas but seriously.. i thought there was a recession…
Cheap beauty treatments in Belfast?
Hi there, Was just wondering if anyone knows of somewhere in Belfast (City Centre) where I could get some cheap beauty treatments done? Maybe a training school or something similar? Thanks for your help
Banbridge Chronicle Archives
Does anyone know if it is possible to see old copies of The Banbridge Chronicle? I've tried looking at their website but there doesn't seem to be an archive section. I would be interested in the years around 1900 - do you have to pay to see them? Just had a thought - could they be on microfiche in Banbridge Library?
Red micra at Sprucefield today with MSE sticker, was it you?
Well was it? I was behind you in the silver focus up onto the motorway to Belfast. That was a dodgy manoeuvre at the Saintfield Road exit yea mad thing :D
Vets around North Down.
Hi I hope someone can help, I am asking if you could advise on Vets, North Down handier,but anywhere else is fine, I am needing to get a Lady dog "done" we have just got her,the Vets would need to take low income/benefits, I have been told to check with the PDSA,they might help. Anyone please help, Thanks (ps, sorry if…
Santa in narnia - downpatrick - has anyone been?
I was thinking of booking to take my 3 children here. Has anyone been as I would like to know how good it is before I go.
Don't buy your electrical appliances from the Kitchen company!
I recently had a new kitchen installed in my home and learnt much more than I expected from the whole experience! I'm sure it's something you've all realised before but Kitchen companies will bully you and try to rip you off when it comes to the electrical appliances! I had quotes from three seperate companies - one…
Silver Cuff Links
Hi! I'd like to get the OH a pair of double initial silver cufflinks, either engraved or (preferably) like this: http://www.wrappedandready.co.uk/shop/productimages/12040259246212JB%20clos.jpg Does anyone know of a jeweller in Northern Ireland that does this for a reasonable price? I've found them online for £69 but am…
3G Coverage in Newry with O2 or Orange?
Hi, I am thinking about getting my wife a Iphone for Christmas. But in the end it only makes real sense if the Area has a decent 3G reception. I don't wanna ask the shops yet, as I am sure they will say anything to just sell me the phone. Anyone has any 3G experience in Newry? Regards, dsab
female photographer for kids portrait ballymena area
Hi, Tryin to find out does anyone know any female photographer in the Ballymena area or somewhere not to far to travel. My sis is hoping to get photos done of my niece, she is very scared of men, probably because she associates them as being doctors. Would want someone who is good and prob quite modern Thanks
Teenage party venue ????
Can anyone suggest a party venue suitable for a 17th teenage birthday party ?? East/South Belfast. Not sure of numbers...probably between 20 and 50. We plan to order fish and chips for the party goers, and hire a DJ/karaoke.
Acupuncture recommendations - Belfast
Hi everyone, Thinking of trying acupuncture and was just wondering if anyone here had any recommendations for places in belfast and what they're experiences were. Also the actual process itself: did it help? What did you think of the whole thing? worth it? Thanks!:D
HM Forces 3 pack £14.98 in Tesco
I picked these up today in Tesco Ballygomartin. The SEL says they're reduced to £22.47 but they went through at £14.98.They're sold out online. http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.206-1596.aspx Hope this helps someone.

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