Belfast News Letter

More than 50 women-led ventures across the island of Ireland have been supported through WeBuild, an all-island programme helping founders turn ideas into technology-enabled businesses.

The investment marks the latest expansion for the Belfast-founded business, which now has 14 practices and more than 50 staff

Girls in Northern Ireland have settled the debate over the ultimate cinema treat, with pick ’n’ mix and sweet popcorn crowned girls’ favourite, beating salted and mixed popcorn, nachos, ice-cream and chocolate according to new research from Girlguiding and

South West College has hosted the GRASP Building Net Zero: High-Performance Buildings – Green Skills, Partnerships + Progress Symposium, bringing together representatives from education and industry to examine the future of sustainable construction and wo…

Award-winning theatre company Tinderbox is set to Tennessee William’s American classic The Glass Menagerie to Belfast, giving the play its first professional Northern Ireland production in more than 20 years.

A new initiative aimed at connecting, supporting and inspiring women across the Causeway Coast and Glens is preparing to launch.

With children now back at school, new uniforms are already being properly put through their paces.

The 2026 Northern Ireland Road Safety Awards are now open for nominations.

The comedian, writer and campaigner will look back on four decades of comedy and activism at The Black Box

Mr McGuire is calling for home care services to be brought back in-house as it is clear the private sector is unable to meet the needs of our most vulnerable service users.

Ms Meighan said a constituent from the Upper Springfield area sent me a photograph yesterday of security tags on baby formula in a west Belfast supermarket.

Eryce is understood to be interested in expanding the facility and taking over additional land at the 16-acre Atlantic Link Enterprise Campus

Michael O’Neill insists his Northern Ireland squad is “in great form” as they prepare to get their Nations League campaign underway on Friday – and also confirmed midfielder Jamie McDonnell is the only absentee from his 28-player panel due to injury.

Three quarters of parents admit they put their health on hold, as they are too busy looking after their children’s wellbeing – leading many to go on to develop serious conditions.

A man accused of a knife attack which sparked rioting in Northern Ireland has had his case sent to the crown court.

Lorraine Kelly is on a mission to save classic bakes at risk of extinction – by creating the ultimate recipe book preserving them.

Campbell’s EUROSPAR has grown from 28 to 68 employees since opening in 2001, with the family-run store continuing to invest in its local community

Political parties are set to meet with the Parades Commission as it considers arguments for and against the Orange Order completing its Drumcree march after almost 30 years.

Ballymoney’s Forge Female Fitness has been shortlisted as a finalist in three categories at the National Fitness Awards 2026.

Global manufacturer Powerscreen celebrated its 60th anniversary with employees, retirees, families, local residents, schools and community groups who came together for a special weekend of events, recognising the people behind one of Northern Ireland's be…

Permission has been granted by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee for a £10m warehouse building at Ballyearl Business Park, Newtownabbey.

Two restaurants in Glengormley and Abbey Centre are undergoing major refurbishments as part of a £2m investment by local franchisee Des Lamph

Free events in Belfast to help SMEs navigate the evolving trade landscape, identify new opportunities and build connections for growth

Why I’m swapping my normal matte base makeup for this e.l.f Soft Glam Satin Foundation.

The producer of the Belfast International Tattoo says it has had all funding cut off by Tourism NI and Belfast City Council - despite attracting over 9,000 people to their performances every year.

A former UUP councillor has confirmed they will run to be an SDLP MLA at the next assembly election.

Relations between the US and the UK are “more up” now that Andy Burnham is Prime Minister than when Sir Keir Starmer held the role, Donald Trump has claimed.

Northern Ireland defender Ciaron Brown has played down concerns over the busy schedule for this expanded international window but admitted it will be a new experience for most of his team-mates.

Residents have called on the ruling body for marches in Northern Ireland not to “re-awaken and sustain old animosities and divisions” by allowing the Orange Order to march on Garvaghy Road this weekend.

Most travellers buy mobile data for the days they’re away.

The affordable base has 36 shades and a finish that sits between matte and dewy.

A letter from Edward Ferrin:

The first-ever report into a Troubles murder by the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR) has been published.

Anne Frances O’Kelly, Rory O’Kelly’s only daughter, has issued a statement alongside the ICRIR’s report into his death today.

The Loyalist Communities Council and SDLP both met with the Parades Commission today to press home their arguments on why Orangemen should - or should not - be allowed to parade down the Garvaghy Road in Portadown.

Blocking social media may feel like a good start.

Double Ulster champion Christian Elkin couldn’t have hoped for better year after joining Bell Bikesport/B&W Racing for 2026 and winning the Supersport and Supertwin titles.

Two care home workers have received a five months jail term for neglect after a court was told they were chatting and using mobile phones while a vulnerable patient self-harmed.

The future of GP services in Northern Ireland is “at risk without immediate investment and reform”, a paper has warned.

News Letter editorial for Wednesday, September 23, 2026:

Concerns about the leadership of Northern Ireland’s water body have “intensified” due to “insufficient assurance” ahead of an audit, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has said.

Northern Ireland’s AI economy has doubled in a year, according to a new report.

The collapse of a major potato distribution company in Co Antrim has left most of its 95 employees redundant - and is a substantial blow to the many farmers who depended on it, the local MP has said.

Some 65 e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized by police in Belfast during a crackdown over the weekend.

For most people, a birthday card from the King would be a once-in-a-lifetime occasion – but for one lady in particular, it is becoming something of a tradition.

A County Antrim builder who left a couple’s home resembling “a shell” in a £32,000 extension fraud has avoided being sent to prison.

Portadown’s Mark Hewitt only began racing in 2024 but already he has finished on the podium in the Ulster Superbike Championship, achieved his dream of racing at the North West 200 and is now preparing to make his debut at the famous Macau Grand Prix in N…

A 42-year-old nurse convicted of sexually assaulting a hospital colleague has been sentenced.

The partnership enables Workday customers to manage India payroll through a unified Workday experience.

A DUP MLA has said that it should be mandatory for serious offenders to have a prison escort when on temporary release.