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Groundworks Start on £3m Refurbishment of Glencoe Folk Museum

Groundworks have started on the £3m refurbishment of Glencoe Folk Museum, which houses 6,000 artefacts and will reopen next spring with new facilities including a climate-controlled gallery and gift shop.

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A group of people standing outside a building.

Amy Dowden Unveils Mini Statue in Caerphilly as Part of Park Regeneration

Strictly star Amy Dowden unveiled a miniature bronze statue of herself in Caerphilly's Dafydd Williams Park, part of a regeneration project featuring local heroes and new art installations.

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Boyesen stood next to Dowden, who is wearing a white dress with her blonde hair tied back. They are pulling back a green cover to unveil the intricate 3D map featuring figurines and various places in Caerphilly. There are people clapping in the background watching on.

Sun Shines on Twelfth of July Parades Across Northern Ireland

Bright sunshine accompanied the Twelfth of July parades across six counties in Northern Ireland, with thousands celebrating Protestant traditions and the Battle of the Boyne anniversary.

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Two women smiling, in red dresses. They are holding red, white and blue Union Jacks and wearing union jack hats

Ed Sheeran Drives Government-Backed Music Hubs in Libraries Across England

Ed Sheeran's charity inspired a government-backed initiative to transform English libraries into creative music hubs, backed by £12.5m funding. Additional support includes a £1m boost for grassroots venues via the LIVE Music Trust, aiding emerging artists and venues nationwide.

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Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy in a classroom full of children playing music

Scottish Music Legends Support Plan for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Glasgow

Scottish music legends including Midge Ure and Jim Kerr support plans to transform Glasgow's Centre for Contemporary Arts into a Scottish Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrating the nation's musical heritage and future.

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a bald man waring a black top is playing an electric guitar on a stage with a light show behind him

Exploring Endangered Lutes and Outdoor Joys: Top Podcasts This Week

Discover this week's top podcasts including Ruby Tandoh's portrait of the endangered lute, a true crime investigation, and a celebration of the outdoors with Caitlin Moran and Adam Frost.

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Ruby Tandoh presents the third issue of Signal Hill podcast.

Twelfth of July Parades and Eleventh Night Bonfires Mark Northern Ireland Tradition

Tens of thousands attend Twelfth of July parades across Northern Ireland, commemorating King William III's 1690 victory, alongside Eleventh Night bonfires, some causing controversy due to offensive symbols.

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A band wearing red tartan kilts and navy waistcoats. At the front a young girl is leading the band wearing Union flag sunglasses.

Pokémon Go Marks 10 Years with Millions Still Hunting Pokémon Worldwide

Pokémon Go celebrates 10 years with over a billion downloads and millions of active players worldwide, highlighting its community impact and enduring popularity.

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Two Pokémon Go fans wearing hats shaped like the yellow Pokémon character Pikachu are pointing and looking at a phone, in shock.

Disney’s Live-Action Moana Opens with Underwhelming $95M Global Box Office

Disney’s live-action Moana opened to $95M globally, underperforming against its $250M budget amid strong competition and mixed reviews.

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Catherine Laga'aia as Moana in traditional Polynesian clothing stands on a wooden raft holding a rope and paddle at sea

Potato Festivals and Community Efforts Revive Girvan’s Seaside Spirit

Local leaders in Girvan are working to revitalize the seaside town through community projects, historic preservation, and unique events like the Tattie Fest potato festival, aiming for sustainable growth despite ongoing challenges.

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Two women standing outside a shop on a street in Girvan. A large paper maiche costume of a large potato wearing sunglasses and a crown sits behind them in the shop window.

Alderney Prepares to Host Britain in Bloom Judges on July 29

Alderney will host Britain in Bloom judges on July 29, showcasing its horticulture, sustainability, and conservation efforts as it competes in the RHS awards.

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A view of a quaint street, showing rows of shops complete with hanging baskets and colorful bunting.

Northern Ireland's Oldest Camera Club Preserves Print Photography Legacy

Northern Ireland's oldest camera club, CPA, celebrates 120 years by preserving print photography through a photobook, highlighting the decline of print in the digital era and encouraging new members to learn traditional techniques.

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A man with grey hair and a grey beard, wearing a red and blue check shirt.

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