Belfast Telegraph

2024 - 4 - 24

Heartwarming Tales and Courageous Acts in Belfast: A Recap of Recent Events

Belfast Telegraph - Business - Cardiac Health - Community Support - Emergency Response - Northern Ireland

From award bagging business milestones to heart-stopping rescue missions, Belfast is alive with stories of resilience and heroism! ๐ŸŒŸ

In the vibrant city of Belfast, O'Reilly's Wholesale celebrated its 65th anniversary, led by the proud Derek O'Reilly, showcasing resilience in the face of challenges. Meanwhile, a man convicted of stirring hatred by mocking the tragic murder of Michaela McAreavey escaped jail time. In a tale of survival, former Ireland cricketer Chris Harte's life was saved by his quick-thinking son after a cardiac attack at Donaghadee Golf Club. Additionally, a heroic pedestrian accident victim was rushed to the Royal Victoria Hospital after a crash in Co Down.

Dame Joan Harbison's daughter recently praised her mum, a fierce force of compassion and kindness. Such heartwarming tales blend resilience and bravery in Belfast, making it a city of inspiring anecdotes and stirring heroism.

As a remembrance of courage, Chris Harte's life-saving incident stands as a symbol of quick actions and the value of preparedness in emergencies. Additionally, the story of the man convicted for hateful actions serves as a reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding in society.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Belfast Telegraph"

O'Reilly's Wholesale: marking 65 years as an award-winning business (Belfast Telegraph)

Derek O'Reilly, long-standing managing director, is very proud of what his business has achieved, especially when the hurdles of the last few years are ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Belfast Telegraph"

Man convicted over 'abusive and insulting' Michaela McAreavey ... (Belfast Telegraph)

A man convicted of stirring up hatred by taking part in singing a song which mocked the murder of Michaela McAreavey has avoided being sent to jail.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Belfast Telegraph"

Ex Ireland cricketer whose life was saved by quick-thinking son ... (Belfast Telegraph)

The collaboration between Donaghadee Golf Club and the charity came after its longest-serving patron Chris Harte survived a cardiac attack thanks to ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Belfast Telegraph"

Pedestrian taken to hospital following single vehicle crash in Co Down (Belfast Telegraph)

A pedestrian has been taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast after being struck by a vehicle in Co Down.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Belfast Telegraph"

Child taken to hospital after being struck by vehicle (Belfast Telegraph)

A pedestrian has been taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast after being struck by a vehicle in Co Down.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Belfast Telegraph"

Dame Joan Harbison's daughter hails mum as 'fierce force of ... (Belfast Telegraph)

The daughter of distinguished public servant Dame Joan Harbison has paid tribute to her mum who was both fierce and โ€œa force of compassion and kindnessโ€.

Explore the last week