Belfast News Letter

Sir Chris Bryant has thanked everyone who served in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, whether military, police, public services or civilians – saying it is something “we don’t say enough” in the United Kingdom.

Seaview Developments has marked the start of construction on the new NIFRS facility, which will include upgraded welfare and energy-efficient facilities

Former Northern Ireland international George McCartney insists goal expectations can’t just be placed on Isaac Price’s shoulders, declaring “everybody in the team needs to chip in”.

Revenue rose to £4.12bn in FY2025 as the group invested £108.6m across its operations, with its Northern Ireland poultry arm warning planning delays are holding back £155m of potential farm investment

Retailer increased its spending with more than 300 Northern Ireland businesses by 12%, with £456m of local produce exported to Great Britain and Europe

While energy and water costs have climbed, broadband deals have become cheaper and faster, but millions of customers may be missing out on savings

The new chairman of the Policing Board has allowed Deirdre Hargey to participate in proceedings today, over the objections of unionists.

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee has approved planning permission for a new ice cream parlour at Clotworthy House at Antrim Castle Gardens.

Northern Ireland continues to be way out in the lead in terms of house price growth across the UK.

Friday’s Nations League clash against Ukraine will undoubtedly spark memories from one of Northern Ireland’s most famous victories.

Paint brushes, pencils, crayons at the ready as Armagh Observatory and Planetarium sets budding young artists a festive Christmas card mission inspired by science and space.

‘GA FEST’ underlines why construction firm was named one of UK’s best places to work

Cookery demonstrations, tasting sessions and independent traders will feature in Coleraine town centre on Saturday 10 October as Causeway Speciality Market hosts its Giant Taste celebration.

Women under 40 diagnosed with breast cancer have described “living life to the fullest” and the unique difficulties that come with being a younger cancer survivor.

DUP leader Gavin Robinson said they were ‘goading him’ to collapse the Assembly to ‘hide their own incompetence’.

Jamie Bryson has said that if the “ordinary, decent” people of the Garvaghy Road could meet Orangemen for themselves, there might be a resolution to the current impasse.

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant is to return to the region for further talks on the Drumcree parading dispute.

P McVey Building Systems has appointed James Scullion as commercial and finance director as the 40-year-old family business expands amid growing demand across the UK and Ireland

Five students from Southern Regional College have achieved an exceptional medal haul at the ‘Skills Olympics’ in China, after years of intensive training and preparation.

It includes the introduction of a six-month mandatory minimum learning period.

Plumbridge native Oonagh O’Hagan founded Meaghers Pharmacy in her 20s and is now group CEO, as the business unveils new leadership and plans for its next phase of growth

Eight in 10 Brits believe the lessons learnt in the 'university of life' are more important than anything they were taught in school or college.

Talks involving the Orange Order and the Garvaghy Road Residents Coalition are expected to continue.

Brits are feeling more confident with their money than they were two years ago, despite ongoing economic pressures.

The Belfast-based programme by Simple Scaling has seen 84 leaders graduate since 2021, with alumni businesses recording average annual turnover growth of 29%

Energy prices go up today – and households who are disorganised with their bills reckon it costs them £801 a year, according to research.

Ciaran O’Neill, who operates the Bishop’s Gate Hotel, is taking over the 1982-established hotel with plans for a long-term investment and modernisation programme

The annual Live Here Love Here Community Awards are set to return 4 February 2027.

From Blue Lights to How to Train Your Dragon, Northern Ireland’s screen industry will take the stage as NI Screen offers a behind-the-scenes look at the sustainability initiatives helping productions across the industry go green.

Mr Robert Carmichael, the East Londonderry Ulster Unionist Party Association Chairman, has said farming show committees in the constituency should consider organising indoor winter farm shows to promote the sector

Judi Love’s 20p hack could save motorists thousands of pounds - and even help them dodge a driving ban.

The brand won 14 awards for 11 different products.

Almost half of UK drivers say they would consider giving up car ownership if borrowing a vehicle was easier.

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) “does not have a position” on the debate around gender ideology and biological sex, a senior executive has told a tribunal.

New data shows AI assistants are citing a different web than Google ranks, with genuine brand reputation, not ranking tactics, deciding who gets recommended.

Carson McDowell and Tughans have the highest number of practice area rankings, while three firms make their first appearance in the 2027 edition

Bunches has launched a 15% discount on eligible autumn flower orders, with seasonal bouquets including roses, freesias and letterbox options available for October birthdays.

Experts at the event stressed the enduring power of press releases as a trusted source of truth for traditional media and modern AI algorithms.

M&S has revealed its 2026 Beauty Advent Calendar, with 25 beauty treats worth around £400 for £75.

Changes in how your dog moves deserve attention, while YuMOVE’s joint-support range offers an introductory subscription saving and a six-week money-back guarantee

There will be be “no sell out” on any deal over the Drumcree stand-off, Jamie Bryson told a large crowd tonight – stating Portadown Orangemen must walk Garvaghy Road, no matter how much money is on the table.

A proposed deal to resolve the Drumcree parading dispute is “not acceptable”, a DUP MP has said.

Gavin Robinson warned that ‘all options’ remain open to his party in its response to Sinn Féin members attending an unlawful protest in Portadown.

Another day of meetings to resolve the contentious parading dispute have taken place.

On March 18, 1890 the News Letter examined the development of the Ormeau district of Belfast.

Isle of Man TT star Michael Dunlop is an early entry for the Garda Síochána Motor Club Germaine’s Hotel Mini Stages Rally in Wicklow in November.

My increasing distaste for my native country - the Republic of Ireland - has reached such a pitch that I'm finally going to change my citizenship.

There was a whole world of reasons to love school milk at Whiteabbey Primary School this week as pupils celebrated World School Milk Day.

Global leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services, SOCOTEC, is today announcing an acceleration of its investment in the Irish market with a commitment to doubling its workforce over the next four years, as well as the launch of a dedi…

People across Belfast are squinting at screens, holding things at arm’s length and even using their phone cameras as makeshift magnifying glasses as they struggle with changes to their eyesight, new research reveals.