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BelfastBelfast Live1d ago

Dungannon man with 99 previous convictions refused bail after new burglary charge

The court heard the accused aged 27 denied breaking in to house in South Belfast and taking a TV and other items

BelfastBelfast Telegraph1d ago

Historic Belfast city centre building with its own boxing ring on sale for offers over £2.4m

BelfastBelfast Telegraph1d ago

Belfast venues are taking a stand against AI-generated content... but can the tide really be turned back?

BelfastBelfast Telegraph1d ago

Leonard Cohen tribute show inspired by chance meeting with legend: ‘He was just so humble’

Rob Doyle recalls memorable run-in with Canadian singer-songwriter and poet ahead of Belfast performance next month

‘AI is expanding what technology can deliver’: Northern Ireland tech leader takes on global engineering role at Liberty Mutual

The Belfast-based technology leader will continue to head Liberty IT while taking on responsibility for engineering capability across the insurer’s 5,500-strong global engineering workforce

‘A major vote of confidence’: £40million Belfast boost as Harland & Wolff lands major cruise ship revamp

Margaritaville at Sea’s flagship Beachcomber will undergo a multi-million-pound transformation at the Belfast yard, supporting local jobs, contractors and the region’s maritime supply chain

Disabled mum faces 'hurtful' online abuse over calls for inclusive new Bangor seafront

She has spent years speaking up about the barriers disabled people face in accessing public spaces.

BangorBelfast Live1d ago

BelfastBelfast Live1d ago

Afghan nationals jailed for involvement in North Belfast cannabis factory worth £500,000

Large commercial premises were initially rented out to a company in London called 'Just Meet and Eat' but the site was turned into an industrial-scale cannabis factory

Ould Lammas Fair 2026 in Ballycastle drew on success of All-Ireland Fleadh in Belfast, say organisers

The Ould Lammas Fair has once again attracted thousands of visitors to Ballycastle - this year drawing on the success of the All-Ireland Fleadh in Belfast a few weeks earlier.

Mayor hosts Kingfishr during Derry visit for sold out gig

The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Grace Uí Niallais, said she was delighted to host members of Kingfishr to the Guildhall this week ahead of the first of four major music concerts

Co Antrim man apologises to judge for shouting he wanted him shot dead

A man accused of a violent sectarian tirade in a Belfast hospital has apologised to a judge for shouting he wanted him to be shot dead.

Jordan O’Keefe opens up about the struggles of fame ahead of Derry homecoming gig

Jordan O’Keefe is gearing up for one of his biggest shows since re‑entering the spotlight a 550‑capacity night at the Nerve Centre and the Derry singer admits his homecoming gig has his nerves wrecked

Newlyweds John and Sandra raise over £4,000 for Derry's Foyle Hospice

After 44 years together, Sandra and John Boyd thought they had already shared most of life’s big moments. But during John’s recent stay at Foyle Hospice, he decided there was still one important quest

PortadownLurgan Mail1d ago

Drumcree: Orangemen secure 'seismic' legal victory over Parades Commission ruling on Garvaghy Road parade

A ban on Portadown Orangeman making their return parade from a church service at Drumcree has been quashed, after a landmark legal victory against the Parades Commission.

32 great pictures as Kingfishr take Derry by storm at Ebrington open air gig

Pictured are Kingfishr and attendees at their outdoor concert at Ebrington Square in Derry on Monday night. Photos by Aodhán Roberts.

Police found straw commonly used for cocaine in car Derry court hears

A man has appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court charged with driving while unfit through drink or drugs and driving without insurance.

111 great pictures from parties and celebrations in Derry in August 2006

Check to see if you know anyone from these pictures of people marking birthdays and celebrations in Derry and the north west 20 years ago back in August 2006.

Ferguson urges Derry public to back new bill boosting homelessness support

Sinn Féin MLA Ciara Ferguson has urged people and organisations across Derry to take part in a consultation on new legislation that would extend homelessness, saying the proposed bill is a vital step

£5m investment enhancing historic centre of Derry completed

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has marked the completion of the £5 million Inner Walled City Public Realm Scheme, a major regeneration investment in the historic heart of Derry.

DerryDerry Journal2d ago

Car stolen in Derry city centre intercepted in Donegal following blue lights operation

A cross-border policing operation was mounted in Derry and Donegal over the weekend after joyriders who stole a car stolen in the city centre refused to stop with the evehicle later being intercepted

DerryDerry Journal2d ago

PortadownLurgan Mail2d ago

Making every drop count at Portadown summer scheme

NI Water’s education team has been out on the road visiting summer schemes across Northern Ireland, helping children learn about the vital role water plays in our everyday lives.

Lurgan dog deaths: PSNI warns 'social media comments may jeopardise court case'

Police have warned the public not to speculate on social media about the distressing death of two dogs in Lurgan which came to light last week.

LurganLurgan Mail2d ago

Funding announced to secure future of landmark building

Great news for our city centre! Funding has been announced to help secure the future of a familiar landmark, the former Danske Bank building. This historic spot, standing tall since the late 19th century, is set to get a new lease of life.

LondonderryBBC NI2d ago

LurganBelfast Telegraph3d ago

‘It has been unbearable’: Bogus TikTok account sparks online backlash against Lurgan store

BangorNews Letter (Belfast)3d ago

Lee Feeney maintains full Bangor belief after 'hard one to take' Dungannon Swifts defeat

Bangor manager Lee Feeney admits Saturday’s 2-0 Premiership defeat to Dungannon Swifts was a “hard one to take” for his side – but remains convinced the Seasiders will start to pick up points if they

BangorNews Letter (Belfast)3d ago

Rodney McAree counting down days to transfer window closure amid 'interest' in talisman

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree is counting down the days until this summer’s transfer window slams shut amid interest in talisman Sean McAllister – which will likely only continue to grow afte

PortadownLurgan Mail3d ago

In pictures: Family fun day brings out the crowds at Portadown People's Park

Fun was the order of the day on Saturday afternoon at Portadown People’s Park.

PortadownNews Letter (Belfast)3d ago

Declan Caddell feels Crusaders hat-trick hero had been 'knocking on the door'

Crusaders manager Declan Caddell feels hat-trick hero Adam Brooks has been “knocking on the door with that type of performance” after helping his side secure a 3-2 Premiership win at home to 10-man Po

PortadownLurgan Mail4d ago

17 of the best photos as Portadown College GCSE students celebrate excellent results

Portadown College is celebrating another year of very worthy GCSE success.

BangorNews Letter (Belfast)4d ago

'I'm still worried about losing him': Rodney McAree reveals transfer interest in Dungannon Swifts talisman

Dungannon Swifts secured their first home win of the new Premiership season as Sean McAllister’s thunderbolt and a late Andrew Mitchell penalty sealed a 2-0 triumph over Bangor.

BangorNews Letter (Belfast)4d ago

Lee Feeney feels Bangor 'different animal than last year' despite suffering consecutive Premiership defeats

Dungannon Swifts secured their first home win of the new Premiership season as Sean McAllister’s thunderbolt and a late Andrew Mitchell penalty sealed a 2-0 triumph over Bangor.

BangorBelfast Telegraph4d ago

‘If I hear the phone ring, I ignore it’: Dungannon boss fending off transfer interest in strike star after victory over Bangor

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BangorNews Letter (Belfast)4d ago

IRISH LEAGUE FULL-TIME VERDICT: Everything you need to know from Dungannon Swifts v Bangor

Dungannon Swifts secured their first home win of the new Premiership season as Sean McAllister’s thunderbolt and a late Andrew Mitchell penalty sealed a 2-0 triumph over Bangor.

Man taken to hospital as car ploughs into shopper at Bangor ASDA store

Police have appealed for witnesses to come forward

BangorBelfast Live4d ago

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Evening of Mediumship, Portadown

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PortadownSkiddle4d ago

PortadownNews Letter (Belfast)4d ago

'Whites of his eyes' conversation sealed 'X Factor' Ben Kennedy shock Portadown transfer for Irish League playmaker who 'divides opinion'

Manager David Jeffrey has total belief Ben Kennedy can go from Irish League maverick to Portadown’s magic man – having looked “in the whites of his eyes”.

BangorBelfast Telegraph5d ago

‘It was either walk the beach in Spain and have a nice swim or stand here!’ — Ex-Bangor boss joins Ebbsfleet United

LurganNews Letter (Belfast)5d ago

Lurgan dog deaths anger: Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon Borough council issues fresh statement

Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon Borough council has issued a fresh statement, as anger perists over the death of two pet dogs at a house in Lurgan.

LurganNews Letter (Belfast)5d ago

Armagh Banbridge Craigavon Borough Council refuses to answer three questions about two pet dogs which died at Lurgan house

Armagh Banbridge Craigavon Borough Council has declined to answer any questions in the midst of a major row over two dead dogs found at a home in Lurgan.

PortadownLurgan Mail5d ago

Police issue update following 'serious' Co Armagh collision

Police have confirmed the Portadown Road in Armagh has now fully reopened to traffic following a serious collision on Friday morning.

PortadownLurgan Mail5d ago

Kilvergan Holsteins to host Greenmount Association Autumn Farm Walk

An award-winning dairy farm in Portadown is to be the venue for the Greenmount Association’s annual Autumn Farm Walk in September.

PortadownLurgan Mail5d ago

Portadown man sentenced for 'racist, unprovoked attack' on victim who has lived and worked in Northern Ireland for 15 years

“It was clearly a racist, unprovoked attack which no doubt terrified your victim,” a Craigavon judge has told a Co Armagh man.

DunmurryBelfast Live6d ago

Sinn Féin fails to push through social housing on enviromentally protected land in West Belfast

A plan for a housing estate at Dunmurry Cricket Club faces opposition from locals, City Hall officials and a variety of political parties.

LurganNews Letter (Belfast)6d ago

Lurgan dogs death anger: PSNI and property management company Arbour Housing respond

Elected representatives are pressing authorties for answers after two pet dogs were found dead at a house in Lurgan.

LurganNews Letter (Belfast)6d ago

Irish League club chairman stepping back due to 'recent deterioration in my health'

Dr Stephen Best has confirmed he is stepping back from his role as Glenavon chairman due to “a recent deterioration in my health” – with the Lurgan Blues appointing their long-serving club stalwart as

Emergency meeting of Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council called after reports 2 dogs found dead in a property in Lurgan

A Co Armagh housing association has responded to criticism after two dogs were found dead at a residence they rent in Lurgan.

LurganLurgan Mail6d ago

HolywoodBelfast Live19 Aug

Holywood residents speak out after spate of racist graffiti and attacks

Racist graffiti has appeared at a number of locations in the town while two homes have been attacked

Lurgan man (25) is charged with 'carrying imitation firearm' in area of retail park

A 25-year-old man has appeared in court charged with carrying an imitation firearm at, according to the charge, the area of The Junction retail park, Antrim.

LurganLurgan Mail19 Aug

HolywoodBelfast Live19 Aug

'Rickety' Holywood restaurant closes its doors after five years

Owners have shared the news and urged the public's help for their next chapter

Work is due to start on the railway line at Lurgan with Translink saying it will keep disruption to traffic and passengers to a minimum

Translink is to begin work on the railway lines in Lurgan soon with some disruption expected as the schools return.

LurganLurgan Mail18 Aug

SWC apprenticeship leads to Lurgan student's Dentistry degree offer

South West College (SWC) apprentice Eimear Greene, from Lurgan, who missed out on a university place after completing her A-levels is now preparing to study Dentistry at Queen’s University Belfast aft

LurganLurgan Mail18 Aug

HolywoodBelfast Live17 Aug

'Absolutely disgusting display': Condemnation after more racist graffiti appears in Holywood

It's the latest incident in the town over recent weeks.

BangorNews Letter (Belfast)16 Aug

"A really professional performance": Jim Magilton pleased with Cliftonville's display as Reds make it two wins from two

Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton labelled his side’s win at Bangor as “a really professional performance” as they made it back-to-back victories to start the new campaign.

HolywoodNews Letter (Belfast)14 Aug

'Something we’re very proud of': Northern Ireland football captain gives Holywood baby brand a high-profile boost

Huddle’s 4-in-1 bedside crib has been designed to challenge the short lifespan of traditional nursery furniture, and has been chosen by NI football captain Simone Magill for her daughter Skye

DunmurryBelfast Telegraph14 Aug

Planners recommend social housing scheme at former cricket club be turned down

Concerns proposal for 37 homes in Dunmurry will lead to ‘significant loss of open space’

HolywoodBelfast Telegraph13 Aug

‘Evil and abhorrent’: Holywood community reps slam recent attacks on migrant homes in town

A number of MLAs and local MP Alex Easton have signed an open letter

Police appeal for calm after petrol bomb thrown at officers

There was a bit of a kerfuffle on Lecky Road yesterday, folks, as police dealt with an incident that saw the road closed for a while. Thankfully, things are back to normal now, but it’s a reminder of the challenges our officers face right here on our doorstep.

LondonderryBBC NI13 Aug