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Archives for April 2010

Polling cards - have you got yours yet?
We haven't received ours yet, usually they would be here by now and with a Bank Holiday weekend meaning no post on Monday, it's cutting it close. Anyone else still waiting?
Kitchen recommendation
Can anyone recommend a decent kitchen supplier in Belfast/North Down? Thanks
Monday to Friday Jobs.....
Hi All, My work is currently moving me quite a distance from home with no real extra money for doing so. So im going to use this as an opportunity to find a Monday to Friday job. Apart from the civil service, councils etc... what else is out there Monday to Friday?!? I work in the service sector currently.....Thanks.......
MOT & car tax
My car tax is due on 31st May, MOT certificate expires 14th June. Can I tax my car with an MOT certificate so near to expiring? I am about to book my MOT text but June is easy for me as May very busy but then I won't have tax. Anyone know if I can tax at end of May with current MOT certificate? Thanks
House Price Website
Hi All, I remember another MSE posting on a link to a website that allowed the user to input their postcode which in turn gave an approximate value of the property, does anyone know the name of the website? Thanks in advance.
Silvercliffs caravan park ballycastle
Hi we booked here for a long weekend in summer,liked the idea it has plenty on site to keep kids occupied and location is good for day trips etc. Have been told to avoid it and searching through the web most reviews seem to say the same. If anyone has been or knows of it could you please comment on what you thought of it?…
Spa days - northern ireland
Does anyone know of any special offers on for spa days. I want to take my daughter as a treat ( long story ). just a bit of relaxation maybe use the pool chill out and maybe a treatment (If not too expensive) lol I have checked out Galgorm....but too expensive...... I live in Belfast but can travel...... Does anyone know…
Rates discount for insulating?
Hi Folks, My latest Belfast City Council magazine "City Matters" has a small article (page 6) about how if I get either loft or cavity wall insulation installed then I can get a one off reduction in my rates and refers people to the Energy Saving Trust. Has anyone taken up this offer? I rang the EST today and they said…
Passed my test but can't find counterpart.
Just to clarify, can I send away only my practical certificate and provisional photo ID, or do I need to fill in a form given that I can't find my counterpart? Thanks
Internal Doors
I am looking to buy 2 Oak Venner internal doors in the Craigavon area. Anyone any recommendations?
Cheapest place for chipped bark?
Hi. I need to buy a good amount of chipped bark for the garden. I think we used 15/20 bags of the stuff last time but now needs re-covered. Where is best place to buy and should we just get bulk delivery rather than buying in bags?:beer:
where can i hire large tv or screen
Anyone out there know were we can hire a large tv or a projector for one day only. Must be in northern ireland.
Ferry to Scotland ??
Hi does anyone know of any deals on ferries to Scotland from either Larne or Belfast , the cheapest i can get is £260 for a 4 day return for 2 adults 2 kids and a car in july or august ? :beer:
Any good family days out over May weekend?
We would normally be away this weekend but this year we're home and wondered if there was anything on anywhere apart from the Marathon? Kids are older 12 & 17 so nothing involving facepainting and clowns lol Had thought of just surfing (them not us) on the Mon if surf decent but open to any ideas. Thanks :j
Belfast: Where to buy a cheap or 2nd hand bike?
I don't want to spend too much as I know I won't use it very much, just during the summer. Any places I should check out? (needs to be a women's bike,thanks :) )
Better Homes
Hi there, My dad is thinking of buying windows & a front door off a company called Better Homes. They just happened to call at the right time when dad was thinking of changing the windows. Now everything has moved kinda fast so I was wondering if anyone on here has heard of the company and can offer any feedback on them?…
Donegal:what area/hotel?
What area of Donegal do you reccomend?
Butchers- Where to get cheap quality meat!?
Hi all, Does anyone know where I can get good quality meat from near Belfast/Newtownabbey. I usually go upto Ballynure butchers but I usually have to end up spending £40+ a week. Anyone know any good places? :) Thanks, James.
Anyone have a contact in Passport Office in Dublin - desperate!!
Hi everyone, long shot I know, but does anyone here have a contact in the Passport Office in Dublin. They aren't answering emails or answering phone. I still haven't received my passport and I fly next week. Sent it in March, and yes I know I should have taken a note of the application number but I didn't. Eejit. I know.…
where can I hire an Ice Cream van from??
I need to hire an Ice cream van to basically serve approx 50 ice creams on a friday afternoon in the Newtownards area. I am wondering if anyone would know of anyone that you could suggest?

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