Belfast News Letter

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has revealed seven successful applications are set to undergo due diligence checks after sealing progression in the Northern Ireland Football Fund Grassroots Facilities Programme.

Shoppers looking to upgrade their bedroom can save up to 30% on Simba mattresses and sleep essentials in the brand’s latest payday sale.

Northern Ireland women’s manager Michael McArdle has called up five new players for their World Cup play-off against Portugal next month.

Whitespace Global is investing in its Belfast operation with roles paying an average £78,500 as it expands its sovereign AI technology for Defence and National Security

British drivers are now paying an average of £713 for their car insurance, according to industry data.

The event raised awareness of the mental health challenges young people face.

From the dance floors of Ibiza to London Fashion Week, Von Dutch continues to make its mark across Europe

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant hosted the Orange Order and Garvaghy Road residents at Hillsborough Castle on Tuesday.

Three quarters of people aim to keep their 'future self' happy - but say it's not always easy to think beyond the day-to-day.

It’s finally here.

Developed with Mumsnet parents, SafetyMode combines free Android controls with guidance to help families navigate life with a first phone

News Letter Morning View on Wednesday September 30 2026

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Northern Ireland’s performance in Monday’s 0-0 draw with Hungary had pretty much everything except a goal but Trai Hume is taking encouragement from the positions they are getting themselves into.

It was a weekend of mixed fortunes for Northern Ireland riders at the final round of the Motul MXGB around Blackhall.

The North West 200 has secured ongoing title sponsorship from Briggs Equipment through to the event’s centenary year in 2029.

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy’s bid for a positive response in Glasgow this weekend to defeat last Friday has been bolstered with five returning players.

Police raids in three parts of north Belfast have netted drugs with a street value of £5,000 as well as a quantity of fireworks.

Irish president Catherine Connolly visited what’s hailed as a “living testament to the peace process” on its silver anniversary.

Garvaghy Road residents have launched a new legal bid to block the first Orange parade through the area in almost 30 years.

First Minister Michelle O’Neill has said police have not contacted her about her controversial attendance at an unlawful protest against Sunday’s Drumcree parade.

A move is being made to oust Sinn Fein ministers from office over their attendence at the Drumcree standoff in recent days.

Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18 by an independent commission, the league has said.

Today marks World Heart Day, and with coronary heart disease the biggest single cause of premature death in people under 75 in Northern Ireland - and 75,974 people here living with a diagnosis, with many more undiagnosed - local health charity Northern Ir…

Maria Costello has issued a video update on social media as she talked directly to her supporters for the first time since she suffered a life-changing accident at this year’s Isle of Man TT.

Londonderry was said to be living in fear today, after a second night of violence saw a mob attack police with petrol bombs.

Owner has thanked loyal customers for their support as The Dock of the Bay prepares to close, with hopes it can reopen in the future

A defence barrister instructed on behalf of DUP MP Jim Shannon, who is facing assault charges, has received the prosecution papers and is making representations, a court heard on Tuesday.

Hit cop show Blue Lights is back tonight - including the surprise return of a popular character who was killed off in a shock move during its first series.

Paul Jordan believes the Isle of Man TT’s move away from Supertwin machinery will help “level the playing field” as the event prepares for a full switch to Sportbike regulations in 2027.

Two of the men who helped push David Bowie to glam rock stardom hit Belfast tonight, with a show paying tribute to the late ‘Starman’.

A letter from Jamie Clough:

Neeyamo's Compass turns regulatory change into payroll-ready configuration, cross-checked by a council of AI models.

Thanking ‘the people and the communities around us’, Henry Brothers is marking its anniversary with a new Edinburgh office and plans for a flagship headquarters in its home town

The platform will give enterprises actionable insights on future conditions that could impact their company

Households on a budget can enjoy high-quality food and drink without breaking the bank thanks to Sainsbury's limited-time 25% discount deal on its Taste the Difference range, but shoppers must sign up for a virtual Nectar card to get the best bargains.

The Orange Order’s Portadown district has said that it has reported Sinn Fein’s two most senior figures to the PSNI over their part in the Drumcree stand-off.

Sandwich platters remain a firm staple in office meetings and family gatherings.

A driver who hit a speed of 104mph in a vehicle with two young children sitting on laps of passengers in the back said he was rushing to hospital.

DUP members have rejected a claim from Sinn Féin MLA Pat Sheehan that the current leader of unionism was loyalist activist Jamie Bryson.

Jon Burrows has said he knows from personal experience the kind of pressure that police officers face to “turn a blind eye” to crimes.

Four cruise ships made six calls to Warrenpoint Port this year, welcoming tourists from across North America and Europe

Freight Island is planning further venues after opening its latest site in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, which will create 300 jobs

Tom Atcheson revelled in his first Northern Ireland match at Windsor Park as he helped Michael O’Neill’s men keep another clean sheet in Monday night’s 0-0 draw with Hungary.

The story of my life can perhaps be told through the number of cups of coffee I have failed to finish.

Extradition proceedings against a Co Tyrone pensioner accused of raping a woman in the Republic of Ireland have been ended, it was confirmed today.

Northern Ireland head coach Sheonah Forbes celebrated securing a spot in next year’s netball World Cup as “our destiny” following a dramatic final Sunday step to Australia.

Both Sinn Fein and the SDLP have been shoulder-to-shoulder with dissident republicans in their opposition to the legally-permitted Garvaghy Road parade, MLAs have been told today.