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20/04 Resident in mixed housing estate warned they will be ‘burnt out’ if union flags erected by masked men removed

An Alliance Party MLA has hit out against intimidation in a Co Down housing estate.

19/04 Residents told to keep doors and windows closed as firefighters tackle blaze in Co Tyrone

Local residents are being advised to keep their windows and doors closed as firefighters tackle a blaze at a mill in Co Tyrone.

17/04 ‘Easy targets’: More than 600 crimes recorded at churches in NI since 2022, new data reveals

More than 600 crimes have been recorded at churches and church properties across Northern Ireland since the start of 2022, according to new figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request.

15/04 Blue-green algae detected in Lough Neagh for the first time this year

Blue-green algae has been detected in Lough Neagh for the first time this year, according to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).

14/04 Family of GAA player who lost part of skull in savage home attack issue update on his condition

A GAA player whose skull was shattered during a brutal beating in his home is in “excellent spirits and chatting to his family” following what his family hope is his last major surgery in Belfast.

09/04 Co Antrim woman on viral video shocking her father in surprise return home from Canada

A Co Antrim woman has gone viral after capturing the heart-warming — and hilariously stunned — reaction of her father as she surprised him in a secret return home from Canada.

27/03 ‘She was full of compliments and kindness’: Tributes as NI’s oldest woman dies aged 109

The granddaughter of Northern Ireland’s oldest woman has paid tribute following her death at 109 years of age.

18/03 Major NI motorway to be closed overnight from Sunday as part of phased safety upgrades

The M1 will be closed overnight between the hours of 9pm and 6am from Sunday to carry out upgrades, the Infrastructure Minister has announced.

18/03 Pro-Palestinian protestors block rush-hour traffic in Belfast city centre

A group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked rush-hour traffic in Belfast this evening.

17/03 NI fashion designer Jonathan Anderson leaves Loewe amid speculation he’s set to take top job at Dior

Co Londonderry designer Jonathan Anderson has stepped down as creative director of Spanish fashion house Loewe after 11 years amid speculation he’s set to take on the same role at Dior.

17/03 If Tesla attacks are linked to Elon Musk’s politics, it’s more ‘reprehensible than mindless vandalism’, says TUV

If an attack on 20 Tesla cars in Belfast is linked to the company’s controversial boss – billionaire Elon Musk – then “its more reprehensible than mindless vandalism”, the deputy leader of the Traditional Unionist Voice has said.

08/03 Two men arrested after discovery of cannabis factory in Co Down

Two men have been arrested after police discovered a cannabis factory in Co Down.

06/02 PSNI officers acted to ‘keep everyone safe’ when removing teen with autism from shop, Chief Constable says

The PSNI has again defended its handling of an incident involving a non-verbal woman with autism who was physically removed from a shop in Co Down shortly after Christmas.

06/02 ‘I do not want the Presbyterian Church in Ireland to be a cold house for women’: Newly-elected moderator sets out stall

The incoming moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) has said he does not want the church to be a “cold house for women”, as he insisted he “fully” supports the religious institution’s stance on female leaders in the offices he holds.

01/02 Man (32) charged following string of armed robberies across Mid Ulster

A 32 year old man has been charged following a spate of armed robberies across the Mid-Ulster area.

31/01 Man and woman ‘extremely shaken’ after windows of home smashed with brick in north Belfast

A man and a woman have been left “extremely shaken” after a brick was used to smash five windows of their home in north Belfast.

31/01 ‘Extremely dangerous’: Police say road closure signage removed before school bus crash that injured three children

The removal of a road closure sign before a school bus crash that injured three children last night is part of the investigation by police.

30/01 Housing Executive confirm annual rent increase coming into force from April

The Housing Executive has confirmed its annual rent increase charges which are set to come into place from April.

27/01 Clean-up continues after Storm Éowyn as stranded family in rural Fermanagh saved

The clean-up from Storm Éowyn continued across Northern Ireland today, with many still left without water and electricity.

13/01 Met Office gives outlook for week ahead after Northern Ireland’s Arctic freeze

The Met Office has said this week will be mainly “dry and mild” after Northern Ireland experienced several weather warnings for snow and ice.

10/01 ‘It’s a day of sadness’: John George’s father vows not to return to Spain after arriving back in NI

The father of a Belfast man found dead in Spain has vowed he will never set foot in the country again, as he arrived back in Northern Ireland after spending four weeks looking for his son.

09/01 Pictured: Spanish investigators search for clues in area where John George’s body was found

Police investigators have been combing the remote spot where Belfast man John George’s body was dumped after he went missing during a Costa Blanca holiday.

08/01 John George’s grieving father: ‘I couldn’t face identifying my son’s remains and just want justice now’

The heartbroken father of west Belfast man John George, whose body is believed to have been found in Spain on Tuesday nearly 25 days after he went missing, has said he couldn’t face identifying his oldest son’s remains.

08/01 From a holiday in Spain to a sombre end: How the John George case unfolded

Twenty four days after west Belfast man John George was first reported missing, his family’s search appears to have ended in both tragedy and relief.

08/01 Family of John George believe arrest of man is ‘significant’ as formal identification of body begins

A solicitor representing the family of John George, whose body is believed to have been found in Spain yesterday, nearly 25 days after he went missing, says they are confident the man arrested by police is “significant” to the investigation.

08/01 From a holiday in Spain to a sombre end: How the John George case unfolded

Twenty four days after west Belfast man John George was first reported missing, his family’s search appears to have ended in both tragedy and relief.

06/01 Family left ‘very upset’ after discovering burglar in south Belfast home

A family have been left “upset” after they discovered a burglar in their home in Belfast during the early hours of the morning.

21/12 NI Endeavour Ireland winner hails entrepreneurship support scheme

The first Northern Ireland winner of the Endeavor Ireland Scale Up programme — which aims to boost the growth of high-potential entrepreneurs — has called the scheme a “game changer” as applications open for a new batch of candidates.

13/12 Met Office issue verdict on prospect of white Christmas in Northern Ireland

The Met Office has forecast a chance it may be a warmer Christmas than usual in Northern Ireland after the weather group said there is currently “no sign of prolonged and severe cold” during the festive season.

11/12 ‘Grief became my strength’: Queen’s graduate completes PhD after losing baby during studies

A Queen’s University graduate has shared how the loss of a baby during her studies became a driving force behind completing her PhD.

11/12 Anti-Irish language flyers found on cars outside Belfast conversation class won’t put me off, says student

An attendee of an Irish language class in Belfast has said she will not be put off by “low level intimidation” after anti-Irish posters were left on cars outside the venue.

10/12 Infrastructure Minister says he ‘will consider proposals’ put forward by taxi driver group including bus lane permission

The Minister for Infrastructure will consider proposals to help ease Belfast traffic congestion put forward by a group representing taxi drivers, including legislation which permits some to use bus lanes.

06/12 Belfast traffic grinds to a halt again as roads expert warns there is ‘no quick fix’ to gridlock issues

A road traffic expert has said that there is “no quick fix” to Belfast’s ongoing traffic congestion after yet another evening of severe gridlock at rush hour.

02/12 ‘I couldn’t be prouder:’ Derry man who survived Ukraine missile strike marks 300th aid delivery

A Derry man has told of how he’s “more than proud” to have organised his 300th load of humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

23/11 Peter Kay announces another date for Belfast due to ‘high demand’

Comedian Peter Kay has announced a further date in Belfast as part of his long-running tour.

23/11 Peter Kay announces further extra date for Belfast due to ‘high demand’

Comedian Peter Kay has announced a further extra date in Belfast as part of his long-running tour after high demand.

22/11 NI public advised not to visit forests, country parks or nature reserves ahead of Storm Bert

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has advised the public not to visit any country parks or forests due to weather warnings as a result of Storm Bert.

15/11 Prince William makes surprise appearance in Northern Ireland but avoids planned walkabout

The Prince of Wales made a surprise trip to Belfast where he met actor James Martin and hopped on a motorbike – but avoided a planned walkabout following a muted reception.

14/11 ‘Absolute madness’: West Belfast councillor hits out after 5G mast in area set on fire

A west Belfast councillor has said it is “absolute madness” after a 5G mast was set on fire in west Belfast on Wednesday evening.

12/11 Katie Simpson’s family failed by ‘flawed’ PSNI investigation: Police Ombudsman

The police investigation into the death of Katie Simpson was “flawed and failed her family”, a watchdog has concluded.

09/11 Deer-ly departed summer: Northern Ireland welcomes Autumn weather

Northern Ireland has officially welcomed autumn with images from Co Tyrone’s Parkanaur Forest Park showing a small herd of deer basking in the winter sun.

01/11 ‘It was hard to breathe’: NI man describes ‘very scary’ emergency on Ryanair flight

A Co Down man has described “not being able to breathe” during a Ryanair flight which had a pressurisation issue after taking off from Dublin.

31/10 Ruth Langsford reportedly ‘dreading’ first Christmas since Eamonn Holmes split

Ruth Langsford is reportedly dreading her first Christmas since her separation from broadcaster Eamonn Holmes, according to sources close to the Loose Women star.

31/10 ‘It was hard to breathe’: NI man describes ‘very scary’ emergency landing on Ryanair flight

A Co Down man has described “not being able to breathe” during a Ryanair flight which had to make an emergency landing back in Dublin due to a pressurisation issue.

20/10 Cyclist taken to hospital after being hit by car in Co Antrim

A cyclist has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Co Antrim.

20/10 Police appeal for information after second arson attack on hen house in Co Down

Police are appealing for information after a hen house was the subject of an arson attack in Co Down.

19/10 Sinn Fein demand apology from Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty after ‘traitors’ jibe

RTE has defended The Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty following criticism from Sinn Fein who called on the talk-show host to apologise after he made a joke about ‘Sinn Fein traitors’.

19/10 Two men arrested in separate incidents after failing new roadside ‘drug wipe’ tests

Two men have been arrested in separate incidents after they failed new drug wipe testing by police in Co Fermanagh and Co Londonderry on Friday.

19/10 ‘I’m still the same person’ – says 101-year-old Belfast man who may be one of the world’s oldest rotary presidents

A 101-year-old man has said he takes enormous pride in helping his rotary club raise £11,000 (€13,203) for the Alzheimer’s Society.

18/10 Care home raises thousands for air ambulance in memory of 15-year-old girl who died after crash

A Co Londonderry care home has raised over £3,000 for Air Ambulance NI in memory of a 15-year-old who died after after a car crash.

15/10 Belfast city centre, M2 and Westlink traffic gridlocked ahead of NI football match

Belfast city centre is currently gridlocked with traffic ahead of Northern Ireland’s Nations League fixture at Windsor Park.

15/10 Controversial awning which blocked famous Derry Girls mural removed

A controversial awning placed in front of the Derry Girls mural in Londonderry has been removed.

14/10 Belfast city centre to become ‘spook-tacular Halloween wonderland’ with giant rooftop creatures and pumpkin patch

Belfast is set to be transformed into a spooky special Halloween wonderland with giant creatures scaling rooftops and a patch featuring over 1,000 pumpkins.

14/10 Police renew appeal for missing teenager last seen one week ago in east Belfast

Police in east Belfast have renewed their appeal for information on a missing teenager last seen a week ago.

11/10 Battle for Boyne Bridge: Last ditch protest accuses DUP of ‘sellout’ as legal bid fails

Campaigners trying to save the Boyne Bridge in Sandy Row have accused the DUP of “selling them out” following a failed legal challenge to save it.

10/10 NI’s Florida residents describe ‘luck of the draw’ as they narrowly miss Hurricane Milton devastation

A teacher from Co Londonderry has said she feels lucky to have survived Hurricane Milton unscathed after evacuating her home in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday.

10/10 Hurricane Milton: Northern Ireland’s Florida residents describe ‘luck of the draw’ as they narrowly miss devastation

A teacher from Co Londonderry has said she feels lucky to have survived Hurricane Milton unscathed after evacuating her home in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday.

10/10 Belfast woman was bracing for Hurricane Milton in Florida ‘bomb shelter’ as first deaths confirmed

A north Belfast woman was last night bracing herself as she prepared to sit out Hurricane Milton in her Orlando home.

09/10 NI ex-pat bracing for Hurricane Milton in ‘bomb shelter’ in her Florida condo

A north Belfast woman is tonight bracing herself as she prepares to sit out Hurricane Milton in her Orlando home.

09/10 ‘When you’ve lived through the Troubles, you can face anything,’ says Northern Ireland woman bracing for Hurricane Milton in Florida

A north Belfast woman is tonight bracing herself as she prepares to sit out Hurricane Milton in her Orlando home.

08/10 Co Down bus crash: It could have been so much worse, but small rural area is still reeling

There was still a tinge of panic and worry in the air as emergency services continued to direct a heavy flow of traffic around the Ballyblack Road East in Carrowdore, near Newtownards.

04/10 Queen’s University staff and students ‘feel unsafe’ after race riots

Queen’s University staff and students have claimed they are still concerned with their safety following race riots which gripped Northern Ireland as they criticise university leaders for not doing enough to protect them.

01/10 Loyalist Communities Council told Education Minister east Belfast Irish language school is causing ‘volatility’

The chair of the Loyalist Communities Council (LCC) said plans for an Irish language school in east Belfast were "causing polarity and volatility in the community” during a meeting with the Education Minister Paul Givan.

01/10 PSNI warns against vigilante activity after attack on west Belfast house linked to earlier assault

The PSNI has said it will not tolerate vigilante activity after an attack on a house in west Belfast today was linked to an serious assault on a man in the area the day before.

30/09 PSNI warn against vigilante activity after attack on west Belfast house linked to earlier assault

The PSNI has said it will not tolerate vigilante activity after an attack on a house in west Belfast today was linked to an serious assault on a man in the area the day before.

30/09 Pictured: Man assaulted in Belfast after report of remarks that ‘made teenage girl uncomfortable’

A man has been taken to hospital by police after he was assaulted by a number of men in west Belfast.

27/09 NI health trust ‘abandoned’ train driver who suffered brain injury after near miss, says angry wife

A Co Down woman whose husband suffered a hypoxic brain injury after a person jumped in front of the train he was driving feels he has been abandoned by a health trust.

26/09 NI health trust ‘abandoned’ train driver who suffered brain bleed after near miss, says angry wife

A Co Down woman whose husband suffered a massive brain bleed after a person jumped in front of the train he was driving feels he has been abandoned by a health trust.

26/09 First Good Friday Agreement baby meets the man who ensured she was born into era of peace

The first child born here after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement has met the man who chaired the talks that led to the historic deal — expressing her gratitude she will soon be getting married in a time of peace.

24/09 First Pride parade on way to Mid and East Antrim next year

The Mid and East Antrim area is set to host its first Pride parade in an effort to celebrate “diversity, inclusion and cross-community unity”.

20/09 Queen’s ranked 26th best UK university in annual guide while Ulster drops to 45th

Queen’s has been ranked the 26th best university in the UK in the Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

14/09 Man dies following quad bike crash in Co Fermanagh

A man aged in his 50s has died following a single vehicle collision in Co Fermanagh.

11/09 Widow of Pat Finucane calls inquiry ‘watershed moment’ in legacy cases as unionists warn of victims hierarchy

The widow of Pat Finucane has said a public inquiry into her husband’s murder will be a “watershed moment” for legacy cases after saying her family had no confidence in the police investigation.

07/09 PSNI officer accused of paying for sex six times

A policeman accused of paying for sex six times and attempting to pay for it another four has appeared in court.

04/09 Inside new £340m Belfast Grand Central Station ahead of opening: ‘It’s bigger than Kings Cross’

Translink has pledged to revolutionise public transport in Northern Ireland ahead of the opening of a £340m station which is larger than London’s King Cross.

04/09 Fundraiser for Co Antrim church devastated by arson attack raises more than £6k within hours

A fundraiser for a Co Antrim church targeted in an arson attack has raised over £6,000 just hours after it was torched.

27/08 Why Oasis fans are sweating over Dublin tickets ahead of Saturday sale quirk

Oasis fans here are gearing up for a Ticketmaster showdown ahead of the band’s highly-anticipated comeback tour, with a ballot registration for tickets to the UK and Ireland gigs already open.

26/08 NI Oasis fans cautiously optimistic for reunion: ‘But you just never know with these two’

Oasis fans in Northern Ireland and across the globe were sent into a frenzy today when estranged brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher shared a cryptic social media post hinting at a potential reunion.

26/08 Meet the daring dogs who abseiled down one of Belfast’s tallest buildings

Meet the daring dogs who reached new heights by abseiling down one of Belfast’s tallest buildings.

23/08 Northern Ireland consultants set to receive highest pay in the UK following acceptance of new pay offer

Northern Ireland’s doctors have accepted a pay offer which will result in the highest consultant pay salary in the UK, putting an end to just one of three pay ongoing disputes

22/08 ‘I’ve lost everything’: Owner of NI bar and restaurant targeted in race hate attack had invested £80,000

The owner of a Newtownabbey restaurant and bar has said he is “devastated” at the loss of his business following a fire which is being treated as a racist hate crime.

21/08 ‘Why us? Why Robyn?’: Family appeal to give daughter ‘a better life’ after one-in-a-billion diagnosis

A mother living in Craigavon has said she and her partner are experiencing an “impossible situation” after their one-year-old daughter was diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening genetic condition.

21/08 Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder by police investigating INLA released on bail

A 50-year-old man who was today arrested on suspicion of attempted murder by police investigating the INLA has been released on bail pending further inquiries.

20/08 Mourners at mass of Archbishop Noel Treanor told cleric was ‘much-loved friend of many’

Mourners have heard how Archbishop Noel Treanor was “a family man and much-loved friend of many people” as the renowned cleric was laid to rest in west Belfast.

18/08 NI couple explain their secrets to a happy marriage as they celebrate 70th anniversary

A Northern Ireland couple have said the secret to a long and happy marriage is “doing as you’re told” as they prepare to celebrate 70 years together.

16/08 Syrian man fears he’ll be killed in bed after bricks thrown through window of Belfast home

A Syrian man living in Northern Ireland has said he fears for his life after bricks were thrown through his front window.

08/08 PSNI requests additional officers from across UK as it ‘significantly mobilises’ service in response to disorder

The PSNI has requested additional officers from across the UK to combat rising violence and disorder in Belfast.

07/08 Six men and boys charged after night of disorder across Belfast

Six people have been charged after Tuesday night's disorder in north Belfast.

04/08 NI’s Daniel Wiffen misses out on second gold medal in Paris but takes bronze in 1500m men’s freestyle

Daniel Wiffen has missed out on a second gold medal in Paris as he took bronze in the 1500m men’s freestyle.

01/08 Chief Constable admits PSNI ‘got things wrong’ on Katie Simpson case

It is "abundantly clear" that police got things wrong in the initial investigation into the death of showjumper Katie Simpson, the chief constable has said.

01/08 Controversial NI TikToker Kyle Thomas to be subject of new BBC documentary about his failed exotic zoo

Controversial TikToker Kyle Thomas is set to be the subject of a new documentary film which will follow his efforts to build a zoo for his exotic animals.

25/07 Co Down mum in ‘disbelief’ after video of her quick-thinking six-year old son saving her life goes viral

A Co Down woman has said she is still in “disbelief” after a video of her quick-thinking six-year-old asking for help from an Amazon delivery man after she collapsed went viral.

23/07 Stephen Nolan sees wages rises as report reveals he is BBC’s fifth highest paid presenter

Stephen Nolan is the BBC’s fifth highest paid presenter, the corporation has revealed.

16/07 Newry teenager becomes youngest person to swim the North Channel

A Newry teenager has become the youngest person to swim the North Channel after he made the gruelling crossing in just over 12 hours.

12/07 Petrol bombs thrown at home during arson attack in Lisburn

Two petrol bombs have been thrown at a home and a bin set on fire during an arson attack in Lisburn.

12/07 Two teens arrested after man in his 60s seriously assaulted in Derry

Two teenagers have been arrested after a man aged in his 60s was left with serious injuries following an assault in Londonderry.

12/07 Tigers Bay bonfire: Firefighters doused walls of properties with water near last minute pyre

The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service doused the walls of nearby homes to protect them from the flames of a last minute bonfire in north Belfast.

12/07 Police in attendance at security alert in Strabane

Police are currently at the scene of a security alert in Strabane.

11/07 The Twelfth 2024: Bin collection days and recycling centre closures in Northern Ireland

Thousands of people throughout Northern Ireland will be taking time off tomorrow to enjoy the annual Twelfth celebrations.

11/07 Twelfth of July must be celebrated ‘positively’, says DUP leader Gavin Robinson

The leader of the DUP has said the Twelfth of July is a day for “expressing our faith, our culture and our heritage” in a statement ahead of tomorrow’s festivities.

11/07 Belfast Zoo welcomes ‘dinosaurs’ as part of two new permanent exhibits

Belfast Zoo has installed two new dinosaur exhibits in a bid to help visitors learn about the prehistoric origins of various animals.

10/07 Met Office warns of ‘minor road flooding’ and poor travel conditions due to heavy rain

The Met Office has warned road users there could be “minor spots of road flooding” throughout Northern Ireland on Wednesday, as it predicts heavy rain.

08/07 Co Armagh bee nest successfully rehomed by local beekeeper

A large swarm of honey bees which had gathered close to a Co Armagh park have been successfully rehomed.

07/07 Eamonn Holmes says aim is ‘to walk again’ as he posts photo of himself standing unaided

Broadcaster Eamonn Holmes has said his aim is “to walk” again after battling several health issues over the past year.

07/07 Large bee nest spotted at Co Armagh park

Ulster Unionist MLA Robbie Butler has warned residents in Craigavon after he shared a video on social media appearing to show a large honey bee nest in the area.

05/07 Watchdog raps DfI and nine councils over response to planning fraud

NINE local councils failed to properly investigate planning fraud involving fake soil samples, a watchdog has reported.

04/07 Tyrone GAA star opens up about brother killed in A5 crash

A Tyrone GAA star has said the night he found out his brother was killed in a crash on the notorious A5 stretch of road was the “hardest moment of his life.”

04/07 Tyrone GAA star opens about brother killed in A5 crash

A Tyrone GAA star has said the night he found out his brother was killed in a crash on the notorious A5 stretch of road was the “hardest moment of his life.”

03/07 ‘Orangefest’ plans revealed for Twelfth of July events at Belfast City Hall

The plans for the annual ‘Orangefest’ event at Belfast City Hall on the Twelfth of July have been revealed.

01/07 Drink and drug-driving convictions up 20% since 2020, with nearly 2,500 convictions last year

Drink and drug-driving convictions have risen almost 20% in the past four years in Northern Ireland, with nearly 2,500 convicted of the offence last year.

25/06 Concern over plan to remove parking lines at Dark Hedges

A campaign group set up to preserve the Dark Hedges has expressed concern over Stormont plans to remove parking restrictions, claiming it will lead to further damage to the historical north Antrim nature site.

17/06 Mourners told teen who died in Co Fermanagh crash was ‘incredible person’

Mourners have heard how a teenager who died in a crash in Co Fermanagh was an “incredible person” as loyalist flute band and a GAA club formed a guard of honour at his funeral.

03/06 PSNI launch probe after ‘sinister’ images of Stephen Farry shared on social media

Police are investigating after photographs were taken of an Alliance Party election candidate without his knowledge and shared on social media.

03/06 Alliance contacts PSNI after ‘sinister’ images of Stephen Farry shared on social media

Alliance has condemned an incident where photographs were taken of an election candidate without his knowledge and shared on social media.

02/06 Child struck on leg after rock thrown through Glider window in west Belfast

Police are increasing patrols in west Belfast after an upsurge in criminal damage and anti-social behaviour.

01/06 Education Minister welcomes suspension of support staff strike ahead of further discussions

Education Minister Paul Givan has welcomed the suspension of industrial action planned for next week by support staff as further discussions are set to take place.

01/06 Police to increase patrols following incidents of anti-social behaviour in west Belfast

Police have said they are increasing patrols in west Belfast following recent reports of criminal damage and anti-social behaviour.

29/05 Body of missing west Belfast woman recovered from water in Co Donegal

The body of a west Belfast woman who went missing from a caravan park in the Republic of Ireland has been recovered from a lough in Co Donegal.

28/05 UUP’s Diana Armstrong endorsed as ‘unifying’ Fermanagh South Tyrone candidate

The Fermanagh and South Unionist Association has endorsed the Ulster Unionist Party’s Diana Armstrong as the candidate, days after the DUP hit back at the party for claiming united unionist representation “cannot work” in the area.

28/05 Police seize £125k in cash and £75k worth of drugs after south Belfast searches

Two men and a woman have been arrested as part of an investigation into suspected money laundering activities and the supply of controlled drugs in Belfast.

28/05 Fermanagh and South Unionist Association endorse UUP’s Diana Armstrong as ‘unifying’ Fermanagh South Tyrone candidate

The Fermanagh and South Unionist Association has endorsed the Ulster Unionist Party’s Diana Armstrong as the candidate, days after the DUP hit back at the party for claiming united unionist representation “cannot work” in the area.

27/05 NI Minister Steve Baker among Tory MPs accused of ‘lack of effort’ by Conservative HQ as he campaigns ‘from Greece’

Minister of State for Northern Ireland Steve Baker has been accused of a “lack of effort” after a leaked memo from Conservative Campaign Headquarters appeared to criticise his decision to continue his holiday in Greece during parliamentary recess.

24/05 Who is Jonathan Buckley? Young DUP MLA is farming advocate and pigeon fancier taking on Lagan Valley

The DUP has now confirmed Jonathan Buckley, the current DUP MLA for Upper Bann will be the party’s candidate in Lagan Valley.

24/05 Fire service at scene of two fires in west Belfast after tyres and timber set alight

The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service are currently at the scene of two fires in west Belfast.

24/05 Who is the Jonathan Buckley? Young DUP MLA is farming advocate and pigeon fancier taking on Lagan Valley

The DUP has now confirmed Jonathan Buckley, the current DUP MLA for Upper Bann will be the party’s candidate in Lagan Valley.

24/05 Disgraced former DUP councillor disqualified for five years after child sex offences

A former DUP councillor has been disqualified from serving in local government for five years after he was caught in a sting by a paedophile hunter group.

24/05 ‘It’s all overriding emotions’: NI postmaster who suffered mental break has conviction quashed

A Northern Ireland sub-postmaster who had a mental breakdown after he was wrongly accused of fraud has said he is filled with “overriding emotions” as his conviction has been formally overturned over a decade later.

23/05 Emergency services respond to tractor fire in Derry

The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene of a tractor on fire in Derry.

23/05 Man (29) charged for ‘provocative act’ following Sandy Row ‘disturbance’

A 29-year old man has been charged with “doing a provocative act” following a disturbance in south Belfast.

23/05 Colin McGrath to be SDLP candidate for South Down in Westminster election

The SDLP has announced Colin McGrath MLA will be the party’s candidate for South Down in July’s Westminster election.

23/05 ‘Hugely regrettable’: Robin Swann hits out at loss of Tobacco and Vapes Bill due to snap election

The Health Minister Robin Swann has said it is “deeply regrettable” the upcoming snap general election has caused the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to be stopped, claiming it will lead to more people becoming addicted to the substances.

23/05 New Covid variant ‘FLiRT’ confirmed in Northern Ireland

A new variant of Covid named ‘FLiRT’ has been confirmed in Northern Ireland, according to the Public Health Agency.

22/05 Sky News reporter from Co Fermanagh ‘forcibly removed’ from Conservative Party event

A Sky News reporter from Co Fermanagh has said he was “forcibly removed” from a Conservative Party event after being informed the broadcaster was not allowed to cover it.

22/05 Three people arrested on suspicion of arson following Sandy Row ‘disturbance’

Two men and a woman have been arrested after police officers witnessed items being set on fire in south Belfast.

21/05 Councillor left horrified by sewage leak in vulnerable man’s west Belfast home

A councillor has criticised the Housing Executive after a vulnerable man was “left feeling suffocated” in his west Belfast home due to a sewage leak.

10/05 Students who took part in pro-Palestine ‘sit in’ protest at Queen’s will face no repercussions

Pro-Palestinian students at Queen’s University who staged a ‘sit-in’ in protest against Israel, will not face any repercussions for their involvement, according to the university.

05/05 Environmental group gathers in Co Antrim to protest pollution in Lough Neagh

Environmental campaigners have gathered in Co Antrim in a bid to raise further awareness over the condition of Lough Neagh.

05/05 Masked man threatens shop worker in Co Armagh

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following an attempted robbery at commercial premises in Lurgan.

05/05 Derry makes history with new record for Rock the Boat dance

Londonderry made history on Saturday by setting a new world record for the largest number of people in one place performing the Rock the Boat dance.

04/05 Man in his 70s left ‘shaken’ after assault and attempted car hijacking in Co Down

A man in his 70s has been left shaken after he was assaulted and his car almost stolen during a hijacking in Co Down.

04/05 Woman threatened with knife during burglary in Co Armagh

A woman has been left distressed after she was threated with a knife during a burglary in Co Armagh.

04/05 Police appeal for information after arson attack at home in Magherafelt

Police are appealing for information an and witnesses following an arson attack which left a home with “significant damage” in Magherafelt.

04/05 ‘Perfect for beach girls’ Nadine Coyle launches first collection with fashion retailer New Look

Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle has unveiled the first look at her new collection with fashion retailer New Look as she gears up to be the face of the shop’s new summer campaign.

03/05 Transport expert claims junctions and access roads are to blame for A5’s high fatality rate

A roads expert has said the A5 is so dangerous because of the number of access roads and junctions.

02/05 ‘My heart just sank’: Priest who officiated at several A5 funerals speaks of devastation at latest deaths

A priest who led the funerals of two people killed on the A5 has told how his “heart sank” after he learned of the latest tragedies on the road.

30/04 Enniskillen car owned and driven by Queen Elizabeth II sold for £103,522

A car in Northern Ireland personally owned and driven by the late Queen has been sold at auction in England.

24/04 Ex Ireland cricketer whose life was saved by quick-thinking son backs Co Down golf club’s heart charity initiative

A former Ireland cricketer whose life was saved by his quick-thinking son has spoken about the importance of CPR, as his Co Down golf club teamed up with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) in a new initiative.

24/04 Co Down golf club teams up with British Heart Foundation after several members suffer cardiac arrests

A Co Down golf club has teamed up with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) after several of its members have suffered cardiac arrests, including its longest-serving patron, who recently required life-saving CPR.

19/04 NI presenter Annita McVeigh joins Martine Croxall in legal action against BBC after one-year job limbo

Northern Ireland broadcaster Annita McVeigh has commenced legal action against her employer, the BBC, after she was kept off-air for more than a year.

18/04 Co Down teacher living in Dubai describes ‘apocalyptic’ scenes as city hit by heaviest recorded rainfall

A Co Down woman living in Dubai as the city experienced the worst weather in 75 years has described the “apocalyptic” scenes she encountered as water pooled around her apartment and the “sky lit up like a firework show”.

17/04 Pamela Ballantine made MBE at Windsor Castle: ‘I was a wee bit shaky… but it’s an absolute honour’

UTV presenter Pamela Ballantine said she was “absolutely delighted” to collect her MBE at Windsor Castle.

13/04 Banbridge shooting: Victim ‘critical but stable' after being shot by masked man

A man is being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder after a shooting near Banbridge.

12/04 Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing in Co Antrim

A man aged in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was stabbed in Co Antrim.

11/04 Fresh warning issued to NI parents over ‘extremely dangerous’ drug Spice

The Public Health Agency (PHA) has issued a new warning urging parents and guardians to talk to young people about the dangers of vaping unknown substances, specifically the drug Spice “as it could make them seriously ill or even be fatal.”

19/03 Dancing With The Stars winner Jason Smyth: This shows the visually impaired can achieve big things

Dancing with the Stars winner Jason Smyth said he hopes he has shifted the perception of those with visual impairment during his journey to lifting the glitterball trophy.

18/03 NI broadcaster returns to BBC News Channel as chief presenter after ‘off-air limbo’

Northern Ireland broadcaster Annita McVeigh has returned to the BBC News Channel.

15/03 Alexander McCartney: A timeline of how one of the world’s biggest ‘catfish’ investigations unfolded

Early 2013 (or earlier): Alexander McCartney living in the Lissummon Road area in Newry begins creating fake online personas and targeting victims, primarily young and vulnerable individuals, on social media platforms.

12/03 NI public transport staff reject pay offer from Translink

Translink workers have rejected a pay offer from the company, with unions stating the proposed increase is still equivalent to a “real term pay cut”.

12/03 NI Secretary to highlight ‘thriving creative industries’ on St Patrick’s Day visit to US

Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris is set to visit the United States ahead of annual St Patrick’s Day celebrations.

12/03 Police make birthday appeal for missing Belfast man last seen 38 years ago

Police investigating the disappearance of a man last seen nearly 38 years ago have appealed for information on his 61st birthday.

11/03 Exclusion certs and two-year testing being explored in plans to tackle MOT backlog

The Infrastructure Minister has outlined a series of measures to deal with Northern Ireland’s massive MoT backlog, and asked officials to come forward with more options.

11/03 Sports equipment and cash stolen in two Co Antrim burglaries believed to be linked

Sports equipment and a sum of cash have been stolen during two burglaries believed to be linked in Co Antrim.

08/03 Police appeal for information after graffiti sprayed at theatre

Police in south Belfast are appealing for information and witnesses after graffiti was daubed on a theatre premises causing hundreds of pounds worth of damage.

08/03 Man bailed in Belfast murder investigation

A 35-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died in west Belfast has been released on bail.

08/03 Police granted extension to question man arrested on suspicion of murder after Belfast assault

Police questioning a 35-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died in west Belfast have been granted an extension.

08/03 Devenish dancers set to return to NI as next Pleasure Boys gig booked

Controversial adult dance performers the UK Pleasure Boys are set to return to Northern Ireland later this year.

07/03 Eyewitness ‘shock’ at ‘bar row gone wrong’ as man who died after Belfast assault named

A man who died following a serious assault in west Belfast has been named as Joseph Brennan, as eyewitnesses to the incident described their shock.

07/03 Eyewitness ‘shock’ at ‘row gone wrong’ as man who died after Belfast assault named

A man who died following a serious assault in west Belfast has been named as Joseph Brennan, as eyewitnesses to the incident described their shock.

07/03 Tyrone GAA co-manager appointed as NI’s new chief vet

The Tyrone GAA football team’s co-manager has been appointed Northern Ireland’s new chief vet.

07/03 Man arrested on suspicion of murder after man dies in west Belfast

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died in west Belfast.

07/03 Person taken to hospital following ‘serious assault’ in west Belfast

A person has been taken to hospital following a serious assault in west Belfast.

06/03 Man arrested after large quantity of suspected cannabis seized in Co Tyrone

A man has been arrested after police seized a large quantity of suspected herbal cannabis in Co Tyrone.

06/03 Brother of Tyrone GAA star killed in A5 crash

A 30-year-old man has died after a crash on the A5 road in Co Tyrone.

06/03 ‘Heartbreak’ as man dies after crash on A5 in Co Tyrone

A 30-year-old man has died after a crash on the A5 road in Co Tyrone.

06/03 Co Tyrone road remains closed after serious two-vehicle collision

A Co Tyrone road remains closed this morning after a serious two-vehicle crash.

05/03 Police currently at the scene of ‘serious two vehicle collision’ in Co Tyrone

Police are currently at the scene of a serious two vehicle collision in Co Tyrone.

04/03 Funding for Northern Ireland’s only free sexual abuse counselling service to be extended for one year

The funding for Northern Ireland’s only free sexual violence counselling series will be extended, the Health Minister has announced.

04/03 North coast restaurant burgled as tills ransacked and staff tips stolen

A substantial amount of money set aside for staff tips has been stolen and tills ransacked during a burglary of a licensed premises in Portstewart.

28/02 Blue Lights actor Richard Dormer’s mother dies

The mother of Portadown actor and Blue Lights star Richard Dormer has died.

27/02 UUP councillor says ‘vile’ threat over Casement Park comments made her question political career

An Ulster Unionist party councillor has said she was left questioning whether a career in politics was worth it after receiving a threat over social media.

25/02 Three-day public transport strike suspended after unions secure pay deal

Public transport unions have suspended an upcoming three-day strike after Translink bosses revised their original pay offer.

23/02 Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life team receive 21 nominations for local media awards

The Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life team have received 21 nominations as part of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) NI Media Awards.

21/02 Expert explains UFO sighting in Co Down skies

An object spotted shooting through the sky above Co Down on Tuesday evening was probably a meteor.

20/02 Q&A: NI has its first measles case – how worried should I be?

The first case of measles has been diagnosed in Northern Ireland for seven years.

18/02 Two cars stolen during burglary found burnt out and damaged in west Belfast

Police are appealing for information after two cars were stolen from one property in Carryduff with one vehicle later found burnt out and the other damaged.

18/02 NI to be spared heavy rain set to hit England, but an unsettled week ahead

Northern Ireland is expected to escape the worst of the bad weather hitting the UK, forecasters have said.

18/02 Two cars stolen during burglary found burnt out in west Belfast

Police are appealing for information after two cars were stolen from one property in Carryduff with one vehicle later found burnt out and the other damaged.

18/02 ‘It’s great to be back again’: Actor James Martin celebrates return to BAFTAs red carpet as Irish actors tipped for awards

Actor James Martin said it was “great to be back” at the Bafta Film Awards as he hit the red carpet tonight.

18/02 Pensioner left ‘extremely shaken’ after being threatened by masked men during burglary in Lisburn

A pensioner has been left “extremely shaken” after he was threatened by masked men during a burglary in Lisburn.

18/02 Two cars stolen during Hanoi burglary found burnt out in west Belfast

Police are appealing for information after two cars were stolen from one property in Carryduff with one vehicle later found burnt out and the other damaged.

18/02 Masked men armed with crowbar try to break into Newtownabbey home

Police are appealing for information and witnesses after a report that masked men armed with a crowbar tried to break into a home in Newtownabbey.

14/02 Q&A: What is measles and is it dangerous?

Recent news of a man in his 40s who died after infection with measles in Ireland has understandably sparked numerous questions about this once-common, now vaccine-preventable disease.

07/02 Sinn Fein says US visit will highlight ‘Palestinian freedom’ and ‘demand end to Israel’s war’

Sinn Fein has reiterated the party will use their annual Washington St Patrick’s Day trip to highlight solidarity with those living in Gaza.

07/02 Carl Frampton lends his support to NI school’s suicide awareness video

Former world champion boxer Carl Frampton has lent his support to a school’s mental health awareness event in Lisburn.

04/02 ‘What a guy’: Carl Frampton shares photos alongside Gerard Butler during night out in Belfast

World champion boxer Carl Frampton has taken to social media to share an encounter with Hollywood actor Gerard Butler during a night out in Belfast.

04/02 Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protestors march through Belfast city centre towards US Consulate

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protestors have marched through Belfast city centre from Queen’s University to the US Consulate buildings demanding a ceasefire, as the Israel-Gaza conflict continues.

04/02 Sherbrook Terrace: Stones thrown at north Belfast property in 'sectarian hate crime'

Police are treating reports of stones thrown at a property in north Belfast as a sectarian motivated hate crime.

04/02 Donegall Square West, Belfast: Man taken to hospital with head injury following city centre assault

A man aged in his 50s has been taken to hospital following an assault in Belfast city centre.

02/02 PSNI aware of posts suggesting entrances to Stormont ‘will be blocked’ in opposition to DUP deal

Police have said they are aware of social media posts suggesting roads leading to Stormont on Saturday will be blocked by marches protesting the return of the DUP to the Executive.

02/02 Belfast’s iconic Sunflower pub says goodbye to owner after over a decade behind the bar

Belfast pub the Sunflower has said thanks to its owner Pedro Donald after over 10 years of service.

02/02 Speaker Alex Maskey: ‘Saturday finally brings an end to my long goodbye’

Speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly Alex Maskey has said Saturday’s sitting of Stormont finally brings an end to his “long goodbye” as he prepares to depart the role.

01/02 Stormont return: Assembly to meet on Saturday to elect First and Deputy First Minister, says Jeffrey Donaldson

The Assembly will sit on Saturday after Sir Jeffrey Donaldson gave the green light for the DUP to return to government.

01/02 Police issue warning over scam calls after Co Antrim company suffers ‘significant losses’

Police have warned business owners to be cautious after a Co Antrim company suffered “significant losses” from a scam call purporting to be from a reputable company.

31/01 NI petrol station chain announces sale with over 20 stations slashing prices

Popular fuel provider Go has slashed prices as part of an ‘End of January Blues’ sale.

31/01 Armagh security alert: Residents returned to homes after ‘suspicious object’ found in Ballynahone Crescent

Residents at a housing estate in Armagh have raised concerns after a security alert forced them from their homes on Tuesday night.

31/01 NI petrol station chain announces ‘End of January Blues’ sale with over 20 stations slashing prices

Popular fuel provider Go has slashed prices as part of an ‘End of January Blues’ sale.

31/01 Armagh security alert: Residents returned to homes after ‘suspicious object’ found in Ballynahone Crescent

Residents have returned to their homes after a security alert in Armagh came to an end.

30/01 Co Fermanagh security alert ends as police carry out controlled explosion on device

A security alert which had been ongoing since Monday evening in Co Fermanagh has ended after officers carried out a controlled explosion on a device.

30/01 Man (59) extradited from Poland to Northern Ireland to stand trial for sexual offences against children

A 59-year old man has been extradited from Poland to Northern Ireland to stand trial for sexual offences against children.

30/01 Homes evacuated after ‘pipe bomb incident’ in Co Armagh

Police are currently at the scene of a security alert after the discovery of a suspicious object in Co Armagh.

30/01 DUP Stormont deal: Leaked audio reveals moment Sir Jeffrey Donaldson tried to block phone signal during crunch meeting

A leaked audio recording of the DUP’s crunch meeting has heard Sir Jeffrey Donaldson complaining about repeated leaks to the media.

29/01 Police investigating possible link between two burglaries in Newry

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following two possibly linked recent burglaries in Newry.

25/01 NIE say over 150 homes still without electric due to Ssrms to have power restored by Friday

Over 150 homes still without power after Storms Isha and Jocelyn will have their connections restored by midnight tonight, according to Northern Ireland Electricity Network (NIE).

24/01 Met Office gives good news to Northern Ireland after disruption of Storms Isha and Jocelyn

Northern Ireland will continue to experience windy weather for the rest of the week, but no further named storms are expected, the Met Office has said.

23/01 Public transport unions say Chris Heaton-Harris ‘solely responsible for strike action’ as new date confirmed

Northern Ireland’s three public transport unions have said the Secretary of State is “solely responsible for strike action” after confirming the first date of further industrial action next month.

22/01 ‘We will continue until a resolution is met’ – NI public transport unions reveal strike dates in February

Public transport workers are to stage a 48-hour stoppage as part of further strike action next month in an ongoing row over pay.

18/01 Police appeal for information after burglaries across east Belfast

Police have said they are appealing for information following reports of three burglaries across east Belfast on Tuesday evening.

18/01 Wayne Boylan: Police issue appeal on fifth anniversary of Co Down man’s murder

Police have issued an appeal for information on the fifth anniversary of man who was shot dead by masked attackers while at a friend’s house in Co Down.

15/01 Cameras roll again on live action remake of fantasy film How To Train Your Dragon in Belfast?????????????????????

Cameras have officially begun to roll on the live action remake of the children’s fantasy epic How to Train Your Dragon in Northern Ireland.

10/01 ‘It’s the least that should happen’: Wrongly convicted NI postmaster’s relief as ex-Post Office chief hands back CBE

A former Belfast postmaster who was wrongly accused of fraud has said former Post Office boss Paula Vennells was right to hand back her CBE, saying it “is the least that should happen”.

09/01 Charity calls for action after child sexual offence reports reach 16-year high in Northern Ireland

A leading children’s charity has said child sexual offences recorded by the PSNI are now at the highest they’ve been in their history.

03/01 Watch: Five people injured after van crashed into NI hotel following New Year’s Day brawl

Five people have been injured after a stolen van crashed into the front of a hotel following a brawl at the Co Down venue.

01/01 Police probe after car set on fire in north Belfast

Police are appealing for information after a car was set on fire in north Belfast.

29/12 Pedestrian who died in Co Down crash named locally

A man aged in his 40s who died following a road traffic crash in Co Down has been named locally.

29/12 ‘Lack of respect’: Belfast city councillor hits out after Irish language street sign vandalised

A Belfast city councillor has hit out at the vandalization of an Irish language street sign in south Belfast, saying the destruction is a “lack of respect”.

29/12 Pedestrian dies following crash in Co Down

A man aged in his 40s has died following a road traffic crash in Co Down.

29/12 Social media account belonging to Bushmills Whiskey ridiculed after Belfast Wheel post blunder

An American social media account belonging to Bushmills Whiskey has been ridiculed after it highlighted the Belfast Wheel as one of Northern Ireland’s most scenic locations – despite the structure not being present in Belfast for more than 10 years.

28/12 Former Bishop of Down and Connor Patrick Walsh dies aged 92

Former Bishop of Down and Connor Patrick Walsh has died at the age of 92, St Peter’s Cathedral Parish Belfast has announced.

28/12 Altnagelvin and South West Acute hospitals ‘extremely busy’ as trust warns of delayed discharges affecting services

The Western Health Trust has appealed to family members of those in hospital to work with their medical staff to speed up discharging patients as they say their Altnagelvin and South West Acute hospitals are “extremely busy”.

28/12 Young man (18) dies in hospital after Belfast crash involving car and motorcycle

An 18-year old man has died in hospital following a crash between a car and a motorcycle on the Antrim Road in north Belfast.

28/12 Man arrested for dangerous driving and drug possession following car chase on motorway

A man has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and possession of controlled drugs following a car chase from the Sydenham By-Pass to north Belfast.

17/12 ‘Like cowards’: DUP accuse TUV of ‘undermining unionist negotiating’ after ‘Stop DUP Sell Out’ posters appear

The leadership of the DUP has accused the TUV of “undermining unionist negotiating” after posters advocating the party do not “sell out” have appeared outside several of its constituency offices across Northern Ireland.

17/12 Woman aged in her 90s held in her bedroom while hooded men ransack home before cutting phone line

A woman aged in her 90s was held captive in her bedroom while three hooded men ransacked her home before they cut her phone wires so she couldn’t raise the alarm during a burglary in Londonderry.

11/12 Parents of Nora Quoirin ‘utterly shocked’ at Malaysian documentary that contained exclusive sensitive images

The parents of teenager who was found dead in rainforest after going missing during a family holiday to Malaysia have hit out at a documentary broadcast in the country which details her disappearance.

09/12 Christmas gift ideas: Ten of the best tech presents for under £100

For anyone thinking of giving the gift of technology this Christmas but are unsure what to choose, Kurtis Reid has a round up of budget friendly goodies for you.

08/12 Man charged with murder of Odhran Kelly named in court

A 31-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Odhran Kelly.

08/12 Pictured: One of two women accused of assisting Odhran Kelly's alleged murderer

Two women charged with assisting an offender in connection with the murder of Odhran Kelly in Lurgan have appeared in court.

08/12 Translink staff vow to keep striking until pay issues resolved: ‘We’re seeing it through’

Public transport union members have vowed to continue industrial action beyond December if their pay dispute with Translink does not end.

08/12 Pictured: One of two women charged in connection with Odhran Kelly murder

Two women charged with assisting an offender in connection with the murder of Odhran Kelly in Lurgan have appeared in court.

07/12 Two women charged in connection with Odhran Kelly murder appear in court

Two women charged with assisting an offender in connection with the murder of Odhran Kelly in Lurgan have appeared in court.

06/12 Gardaí join hunt for Belfast dad-of-two who went missing almost four weeks ago

An Garda Síochána is to take over the investigation into Belfast man Aaron McKinney (32) after his family say he was spotted boarding a train for Dublin on the day he went missing.

05/12 Ex-NI and Celtic star Paddy McCourt to allege police misconduct in appeal of sexual assault conviction

Former Northern Ireland footballer Paddy McCourt is set to appeal his sexual assault conviction tomorrow (Tuesday).

05/12 NI public transport to be disrupted again as unions plan three further strike days

Public transport across Northern Ireland is to be suspended during some of the busiest shopping days before Christmas.

04/12 Former NI footballer Paddy McCourt to begin appeal of sexual assault conviction

Former Northern Ireland footballer Paddy McCourt is set to appeal his sexual assault conviction tomorrow (Tuesday).

04/12 Lurgan murder investigation: Three remain in custody as victim still to be identified

A man murdered in Co Armagh has still yet to be identified as police confirm two people arrested remain in custody.

01/12 Killers used drug boss’s love for mother to track him before attack, claims wife

The people behind the murder of a Co Down criminal used his role as a carer for his elderly mother to target him, his family has said.

29/11 Belfast City Council passes motion to mark international day of solidarity for Palestinians

A motion put forward to Belfast City Council to mark to International Day of Solidarity for Palestinians and to support the expulsion of the Israeli ambassador in Ireland has been carried.

29/11 ‘It’s just spiralled’: Fans rush to take selfies at locations featured in Enniskillen pub’s viral Christmas advert

The owner of the Enniskillen pub behind a Christmas advert that has taken the internet by storm says people have even been taking selfies at locations seen in the video.

28/11 Translink denies threat of legal action to stop workers striking this Friday

Translink has denied that it is considering legal action to stop industrial action from workers coinciding with the first day of the festive shopping season, as unions say no further talks have taken place.

28/11 Translink deny threat of legal action to stop workers striking this Friday

Translink has denied they are considering legal action to stop industrial action from workers coinciding with the first day of the festive shopping season, as unions say no further talks have taken place.