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Roofer
Does anyone know a reliable roofer around Newtownabbey area? Thanks.
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Large electrical brands
Can anyone tell me what are the highly regarded kitchen electrical appliances in terms of fridge freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble drier, microwave? Moving to a new house soon and need to kit out the kitchen, I want to put mid-range+ stuff in but I'm not sure what the 'best' brands are. Also - is there anywhere…
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Co ownership
Has anyone been through the co-ownership process that can offer a bit of advice? Thanks
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Plumber (Castlereagh)
Hi All, Does anyone know of any good and reputable plumbers that service the Castlereagh area? Obviously cost is a factor and they need to be competive. I checked a few people out online but would prefer to actually hear from someone who has actually used the said plumbers. Thanks.
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JTI Gallaher cigarette factory plant in Ballymena to close permanently by 2017
The JTI Gallaher cigarette factory plant in Ballymena is to close permanently by 2017 Not good news for the people who work there. This on top of all the pressures being put on the public finances which will no doubt mean more redundancies in Northern Ireland to come....... This is why we need a stronger Private sector in…
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Flights to Canaries from Belfast
Just in case anyone's interested,Thomas Cook are doing some great prices for flight only from Belfast to both Tenerife and Lanzarote over next few months. They're far cheaper than Jet2.Miriam
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Still looking 1930s doors
At my wits end now. Been looking for 6 months now for 1930s 4 panel doors (1 over 3) and still no luck. Most frustrating thing is, I have been to see a couple but they are the wrong measurements and while chatting to the sellers they only go on to tell me that other houses in their street have been renovated and 5-6 of the…
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Locator Tags - great for finding lost cats etc.
We lost our 13 1/2 year old cat for a good 6 hours one day before she toddled in as if nothing had happened. I decided to make sure it never happened again so I researched and bought this Loc8tor system. I've never actually seen these anywhere in a shop in Northern Ireland so maybe if anyone has you could let me know?…
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Man jailed for setting pet on fire
Isn't this just entirely shocking. It saddens me to no end knowing there are people within our society who are prepared to be so cruel to animals. The memsahib and I have watched all these cases on the news with incredible sadness. I'm glad the man in this story is being sent to jail. I just wish it was for longer. Will it…
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where to buy unglazed ceramic tile?
I've tried McCartneys in Randalstown and they don't sell them. I need it to be pourous. I only need one large one for project.
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Due to go on additional paternity leave, any advice?
Hi Folks, I`m due to go on 3 months additional paternity leave quite soon and my wife will be going back to work for the last 3 months of the 9. I will ask on the relevant board but was wondering if any local MSE followers had done this? If anyone has can you advise of what their is to do for dads and tots in the greater…
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high hedge
has anyone any experience of dealing with high hedge problems . I have spoken to my neighbour and they have refused to cut the hedge down as they are two story and it gives them privacy but it blocks my light .
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Working in South, living in North - what taxes?
Out of curiosity, what taxes apply if you have a job in the south but live in the north? Cheers
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Double glazing panels.....
any suggestions? need 2 panels approx 11" x 35" to replace single glazed front door panels....(obviously correct measurements would be taken...lol) not too sure whether to get them direct from a manufacturer or get a local glazing firm to sort....it's a wooden door btw. thanks
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St George's market
Thinking about going tomorrow. Don't know that area of the city too well so where's best ( and not a fortune ) to park? Don't mind a short walk Tia
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Christmas cancelled...
What hope do we have of a shared future when even putting up christmas lights results in attempts at political point scoring? :mad: http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/northern-ireland/union-flag-row-could-mean-christmas-is-cancelled-for-northern-ireland-town-30633893.html
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NIE Monthly Bill Reduction!
Hi, I note today that my monthly sub has gone down by 30% compared with last year! Is this a reflection of lower oil prices in recent months?
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Long Shot - Upholsters
Hi All, This is a very long shot but I have a sofa that's basically too big to transport and it needs to minor repairs done to it. Is there such a thing as an upholsters in Belfast who can do home repairs? Thanks in advance.
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Replacement VW wing mirror parts
My mother had an altercation with a gatepost and has damaged the electric wing mirror on her VW Polo. Rather than going to the main dealer and paying the price of a small car to get it fixed, can anyone point me to where I might be able to pick up up replacement mirror glass and indicator light. It's a 2005-2009 model and…
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Only 3% believe Northern Ireland will return to Troubles-era violence
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/northern-ireland/only-3-believe-northern-ireland-will-return-to-troublesera-violence-30628073.html Virtually nobody in Northern Ireland believes the country will return to violence – but there is little expectation of a more stable future.
