November 24 In the Press

Celebrations as Markethill High School to get £500,000 state of the art hockey pitch

The future is bright as Markethill High School students celebrate news that the SELB is awarding it a £500,000 hockey pitch.

The state-of-the art 2G synthetic hockey pitch will serve the High School pupils and the broader community for decades to come. The Under-16 boy’s team are Taylor Cup Champions and are celebrating being through to the semi-final of the prestigious Prior Shield. This pitch will be a huge push for school hockey.

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November 11 Newsfeed

Josette shines at IHCP gala night as she wins ‘Domiciliary Carer’ award

Homecare Independent Living is a national leader in providing care in the home by offering services to clients enabling them to live independently.

All Homecare employees have a duty of care to carry out their work with integrity, commitment, accountability, respect and enthusiasm. Josette Campbell has done just that and has been awarded by the Independent Health Care Providers at their awards ceremony at the Ramada Hotel.

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November 10 Case Study

Technology company recruits MGMPR to announce global cloud contract

Job creation, sun, sea and fibre connectivity are words we think about when we think of beautiful Cornwall.

We love the Westcountry so when Headforwards approached MGMPR Ltd to manage the announcement of its new cloud contract with a global telecoms giant we were delighted. We are delighted to assist businesses in the South West build on their profiles and brand awareness using our storytelling skills.

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November 10 Case Study

Emersons and MGMPR team up for PR therapy as £2million city investment rolls out

Our team at MGMPR Ltd know how to get people talking about brands and we know how to develop that conversation through storytelling.

Emerson’s supermarket in Northern Ireland is a 125-year-old household brand name which is currently investing £2million in the high street. We are delighted to tell the story of the investment which will bring shoppers back into the hub of the market square. Consumer PR matters. Tell Your Story!

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November 10 In the Press

Post Office announce opening date of new facility at Emersons supermarket

Earlier this year Post Office Ltd announced its decision to relocate to Emerson’s supermarket which is undergoing a £2million refurbishment.

The Post Office has today released a statement about the opening of the facility in Emerson’s supermarket. The modernisation is part of a major Government investment programme that is enabling Post Office Ltd to continue investing in the network and to map out a growth strategy.

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November 7 In the Press

Fighting for pink again as ‘AmberGreen Energy Tour of Ulster’ is announced

The Tour of Ulster is Ireland’s longest established cycling race and since it was established in 1957 its popularity has rocketed.

In 2015, cyclists from around Europe will travel to Northern Ireland to take part in the ‘AmberGreen Energy Tour of Ulster’ which will take riders from Stormont, to Newry, onto Armagh and finishing in Cookstown. The tour is embedded in the racing calendar and is a highlight of the racing year.

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November 7 In the Press

INTO says no to cuts as budgets are slashed yet again

1,000 solar jobs at risk if DETI shines green light on ROC reduction

The solar industry in Northern Ireland is booming with more and more households and businesses realising the benefits of generating energy.

This week, the Northern Ireland Solar Trade Association attended a Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment committee meeting to give evidence to the Minister as to why the proposals to reduce the Renewable Obligation Certificate should not be implemented. Here’s the full story.

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November 3 In the Press

Hats off to businesses who join ranks to support charitable catwalk fundraiser

Budgets are being slashed and organisations and events are being turned down for funding.

But there are some shining examples of businesses which are stepping up to the plate and funding events which would previously have been eligible for public funding. Socially minded companies, like Homecare Independent Living, are leading by example by supporting ‘Falling For Fashion’.

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October 29 The MGMPR Blogger

Renewable energy gives you the power – you just have to make use of it!

James O’Neill, a student on brand journalism placement with MGMPR Ltd, gives his view on creating a sustainable future.

James, who is a student at Royal School Armagh, has a passion for story telling. He believes that everyone who is in a position to embrace renewable energy solutions should do so. With government incentives in place, such as the Renewable Heat Incentive, James says his generation is calling for parents and grandparents to take action.

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October 27 In the Press

New Emersons store to get Australian twist as Uluru announce relocation

One of Northern Ireland’s most unique restaurants is to relocate as part of a £2million investment in the high street.

Uluru Bar & Grill, based in the centre of Armagh city, is to relocate to the new look Emerson’s store which is expected to open later this year. Chef Dean Coppard said sourcing local food from local suppliers, developing cooking techniques, enhancing menu offerings and improving on capacity will enhance the experience for all.

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October 27 In the Press The Richhill Apple Fayre

Chef Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall gives Armagh Bramley Apple the thumbs up

Here’s Dean Coppard of Uluru Bar & Grill cooking at the first ever Richhill Apple Harvest Fayre which was a celebration of the Armagh Bramley Apple.

NITB chairman and special guest Dr Howard Hastings OBE quoted celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall who is also a fan of cooking with the Armagh Bramley Apple. He said: “For golden compote, the Armagh Bramley is hard to beat – cooked with a tiny bit of orange zest, it’s delicious.”

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October 20 In the Press The Richhill Apple Fayre

NITB chief praises apple harvest fayre as an event which connects us to our land

This weekend the people of Armagh and beyond will celebrate the Bramley Apple at a brand new fayre in the heart of the orchard county.

We interviewed Dr Howard Hastings OBE, chairman of NITB, who has praised the organisers for making such an event happen. The fayre is being sponsored by Irwin’s Bakery, Gilfresh and Wilsons Country. The event features cookery demonstrations and much more.

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October 16 In the Press

Last leg of Celtic 7 brings runners to Cornish Alps at Eden Project challenge

THE marathon challenge, which Rick Stein’s Head Chef, Stephane Delourme, and Peter McGahan started last May will draw to a close this Sunday at Cornwall’s Eden Project.

The multi-terrain route on Sunday is challenging and will give runners a taste of the journey that the landscape itself has been through. Highlights include the man-made spoil heaps known as the ‘Cornish Alps’ and the former china clay pit that now entertains over a million visitors a year.

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October 15 In the Press

Principal calls for positive decision on Sixth Form provision to be made

The chief executive of the SELB is being called on again to make decisions regarding the future of education in the Armagh City and District area.

James Maxwell, principal of Markethill HIgh School, says he believes there is discrepancies between the Maintained and the Controlled sector. Mr Maxwell, supported by politicians, the community and stakeholders, is urging the SELB to do the right thing by Markethill HIgh School.

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October 10 In the Press

Homecare Independent Living team win Business Eye ‘Training in Healthcare’ Award

The UTV Business Eye ‘Training in Healthcare Award’ 2014 is awarded to Homecare Independent Living, a national leader in home care provision.

This award specifically sets out to recognise an organisation which has committed time and dedication to delivering exceptional standards of healthcare training via innovative training programmes, methods, equipment and outstanding customer service.

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