Belfast News Letter

Three games in as many days this weekend will determine if Northern Ireland goal shooter Lisa Bowman can finally achieve a World Cup dream held for over 15 years.

A man whose father and sister were killed in a case of mistaken identity during the Troubles has said their legacy “will forever live on” on the 50th anniversary of their death.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has confirmed his 23-player squad for Friday’s Nations League opener against Georgia.

The price of diesel is now at its highest level in Northern Ireland since the Iran war, and now stands at 199.9p per litre in parts of Northern Ireland.

A major eel fishery in Lough Neagh is to close for three years to promote the recovery and long-term sustainability of endangered eel stocks.

A Newtownards father has told how a Christmas dinner at Ronald McDonald House in Dublin gave his family a rare moment of comfort while their baby son was fighting for his life nearby.

Desertmartin Accordion Band: From the Road to the Arena

Solmatix has completed a significant solar PV and battery storage installation at Donegall Pass Community Centre in Belfast, supporting the transition towards more sustainable and energy-efficient public buildings.

Seven in 10 (70%) students take their washing home from university for their parent to wash, and nearly two-thirds (62%) have bought new clothes to dodge laundry day altogether.

Funded by the Department for Communities through Northern Ireland Screen, and Belfast City Council, Cinemagic offers unmissable opportunities for movie enthusiasts and emerging filmmakers.

A timetable has been confirmed for the submission of further environmental information relating to arc21’s planning application for residual waste treatment facilities at Hightown Quarry, Mallusk.

Mr Robert Carmichael, the East Londonderry Ulster Unionist Party Association Chairman, has called on the Stormont Justice Minister to use the remaining Assembly mandate to implement tougher sentences for those found guilty of home heating fuel thefts.

Their new home energy storage system promises to evolve with household energy needs.

The Ulike Scientific Innovation Forum explored PMOS with GPs and patient advocates.

The UK Government has made an offer to the devolved powersharing Executive to assist with budget pressures

Euhomy won nine awards at IFA 2026 across three of its models.

The orange roses and white freesias are exactly what I want in my home this autumn

Leading child psychologist Professor Sam Wass has revealed seven top tips for helping children stay calm during potentially daunting health appointments.

Former Belfast councillor Jolene Bunting has won a new legal battle over the decision to impose a three-year ban on her seeking re-election.

He said: ‘I think now it’s time for the political leaders in Northern Ireland to go ‘all right, we’ve got to live within our means’.’

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News Letter editorial on Friday September 25 2026

A man has been charged with the murder of a man in north Belfast in 2020.

Ten new social homes have been officially opened on Rathlin Island, marking the completion of the island’s first social housing development in more than a decade.

A woman has died following a three-vehicle crash in Lisburn that saw four adults and a child injured.

Hundreds of thousands of pounds of cash has been seized by police from a van coming through Belfast Harbour.

Health Minister Robbie Butler has said UUP party leader Jon Burrows has set him “no red lines” over how he runs his department.

For parents wondering which Yoto to buy first, the Mini Starter Bundle ticks all the boxes for a hassle-free, child-friendly audio experience.

Garvaghy Road residents have said they will “mobilise” and “come together” if an Orange Order parade is allowed to march through their community.

A letter from Joseph Lee du Toit:

This plush bubble fleece heated throw has nine heat settings and a programmable timer, making it an autumn home buy I’m eyeing

Michael O’Neill has warned against putting too much pressure or expectation on his Northern Ireland team as they go into a new Nations League campaign with an eye on next year’s Euro 2028 qualifiers.

The MP for North Antrim has appealed for anyone with information about the sudden death of a man after an assault to come forward to police.

James Penrice covets international recognition with Scotland but is meantime focusing on Rangers.

News Letter columnist Gordon Lucy has been described as “a very able historian with a phenomenal intellect and depth of knowledge” after his death today.

Northern Ireland are back in the second tier of the Nations League and kick off their campaign away to Georgia in Tbilisi on Friday.

Belfast Giants’ forward Scott Conway is back and ready to torment every EIHL this season and already this Giants are enjoying success.

A judge has said he was surprised police had offered a fixed penalty notice to a motorist caught doing 94mph.

Families looking for an affordable escape may want to check these autumn dates before dismissing the idea.

Rushmere Shopping Centre is celebrating 50 years since it first opened in Craigavon with a super 70s style party!

Families of two murdered women whose remains have never been found have called for tougher initial sentences in “no-body” murder cases.

An extraordinary Coleraine woman, who opened up her home following a family tragedy that left her niece parentless, has been presented with this year’s Power NI-sponsored Caring Spirit Award.

Roe Valley Resort in Limavady has been named Family-Friendly Hotel of the Year 2026 at the Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards.

Old photos of Rushmere Shopping Centre may bring back some great memories as the iconic building celebrates its 50th anniversary

Initial work to begin the rejuvenation of one of the great houses of Belfast has been approved.

Georgia star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia said he was proud to be compared with the great George Best ahead of Friday’s Nations League clash with Northern Ireland in Tbilisi.

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant has told Stormont party leaders there will be no improvement on the current financial offer to assist with setting a budget.

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins insists “it's important that we don't tar everyone with the same brush” after the Bannsiders were fined by the Irish FA following an incident during their Premiership clash against rivals Ballymena United earlier this mo…

A nationalist-driven move to hold large-scale commemorations of the Irish Famine in Belfast next year must not be used as an excuse for ‘Brit-bashing’, the TUV has said.

Parading is part of the fabric of cultural life in Northern Ireland, but the Drumcree dispute is an “old battle” which the majority of people don’t want to be dragged back to, the Alliance Party’s deputy leader has said.