Belfast News Letter

Goals may prove the most precious commodity in football but Annagh United boss Ciaran McGurgan is clear striker Henry Cromack’s value to the team must extend beyond the scoreboard.

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern said the decision to allow the Drumcree parade to take place was “choreographed far too tight, far too dangerous”, and that the stand-off that followed was inevitable.

County Armagh-headquartered Derry Group Ireland has become B Corp Certified, joining businesses working towards a more inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy

MLAs have passed the second stage of proposals to jail anyone who practises ‘conversion therapy’ – which critics argue includes clerical counselling and prayer, as well as ‘ordinary parenting’.

A fully restored factory Honda RC173 raced by motorcycle legend Mike Hailwood in the 1960s is set to go under the hammer in the UK, with experts predicting it could become a £1million machine.

The Hagan Homes founder and chairman has delivered more than 5,000 homes across Northern Ireland while supporting jobs, communities and dozens of charitable causes

The professional services group has grown its Belfast office to a 35-strong team supporting businesses, investors and developers across Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland extended their unbeaten start to the Nations League campaign in Monday’s 0-0 draw with Hungary, but the main test of this new-look extended international window is just beginning.

Cornwall’s Crantock Beach and Holywell Bay feature among the £99 finds, with selected caravan stays sleeping up to six and lasting four nights

A DUP MLA has hit back at the suggestion that Jamie Bryson has shown himself to be the real leader of the party.

Despite an ongoing stand-off between Garvaghy Road residents, police and Orangemen in Portadown, both sides of the dispute have so far reverted to family-fun-day type camps – rather than violence.

The republican rap trio Kneecap have offered their support to the opponents of the Garvaghy Road Orange march.

TAG Honda has confirmed Scott Swann will stay with the team for the final two rounds of the 2026 British Superbike Championship after an encouraging debut at Assen.

Peter Hutton’s midweek plans to face Annagh United and final thoughts on the long Saturday journey to Portadown all came undone with just over one minute on the clock in weekend Championship woe.

It comes amid tension in Northern Ireland over a contentious parade planned by the Orange Order.

Urgent action needed if Executive is to deliver on commitment to protect 30% of land and sea for nature

The mother of a young boy from Newry who has faced three open-heart surgeries and years of treatment for a complex congenital heart condition insists her son is an inspiration.

South Yard Square has opened in Titanic Quarter along Belfast's Maritime Mile, creating a new community space where people can play, relax and spend quality time together.

Tourism Northern Ireland has launched Tourism & Hospitality Week 2026.

As coffee lovers mark National Coffee Day, new research has revealed which UK cities offer the strongest café scenes for anyone looking to celebrate with a quality cup.

Students choosing Belfast could spend more than £12,500 less each year than those studying in London, according to a new analysis of university locations across the UK.

Northern Ireland’s toughest National Trust walks have been revealed in a new ranking of 694 routes across Britain and Northern Ireland.

Little Heroes NI has been awarded £15,000 through the fifth annual AIB Community €1 Million Fund.

According to a recent report by The Mirror, UK residents are being urged to begin emergency preparations for adverse weather conditions during the winter months thanks to El Niño.

Derry-born actor Ayvianna Snow is celebrating a major new chapter in her career, with news of her latest film and the launch of her own production company.

With the annual Labour Party conference now in full swing, there’s a lot of muttering on the political jungle drums about a UK reset with the EU.

John Nellis has gained the most followers of the celebrity contestants on Instagram since Strictly returned to our screens on 19 September, but new Strictly pro Maddie Ingoldsby beat him for overall follower gain.

A childhood photograph and a lifetime of memories have inspired Northern Ireland entrepreneur Alastair Gourley to create Tales of the North, a new candle collection bringing together fragrance, personal storytelling and original artwork.

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant has called for all sides to “double down on compromise” to find a resolution to the Drumcree parading stalemate.

Plans for the £60m redevelop of a former British army base in Co Armagh are set for approval despite objections over “historic vandalism” from nearby residents.

The Sovereign Infrastructure Index would record who can build each asset, who can restore it, how quickly, and under which jurisdiction.

Botanic Gardens in Belfast is to host a day of plant-themed film favourites at an outdoor cinema event this weekend.

Research has found that a person saving alone in London could face a 21-year wait to build a 10% house deposit.

Staff from Terex Finlay’s international operations clocked up more than 1,800 kilometres before completing a 14km hike up Knocklayde

The CIMA Awards & Gala Dinner returns to the Titanic Hotel on October 2 after selling out earlier than ever before

The first sales events showcases three residences in Phuket, Thailand.

The Irish Department of Justice has confirmed that neither the media nor the public may attend Dublin court hearings about the Omagh Bombing – and it will not publish any transcript of what is said.

Team CATALYST have expertise in modelling and simulation.

Orange Order members remain at Drumcree Church in Portadown.

Nearly nine in 10 Gen Zs have friends they now communicate with exclusively through online memes - and rarely or never see them in real life.

Northern Ireland wellness brand Perfectly Pure is celebrating 10 years with the launch of a new range of supplements.

A monthly delivery could help you keep on top of flea treatment, but carpets, sofas and pet bedding need attention too

News Letter Morning View on Tuesday September 29 2026

As someone with combination skin, finding a foundation that gets the finish right isn’t easy, but this one surprised me.

A mum of an eight-year-old Bluey fan says the new Yoto release is a perfect way to keep children entertained without a screen.

Ruairi McConville says Northern Ireland can take the positives out of their goalless draw against Hungary – but knows there’s room for improvement for the last two games of this international window.

Michael O’Neill was left disappointed his Northern Ireland side could not find a goal in Monday’s 0-0 draw at home to Hungary but is clear they are off to a “great start” in their Nations League campaign.

Player ratings from Northern Ireland’s 0-0 home draw against Hungary across the UEFA Nations League:

Northern Ireland and Hungary failed to be separated in 90 minutes as both teams had to settle for a share of the spoils in an entertaining clash at Windsor Park.

A pro-life rally passed off in a jubilant mood tonight, as Belfast City Hall wasn’t lit up in support of an abortion campaign as planned.