Belfast News Letter

A bid to stop NI Water’s protection from environmental penalties has been on the Stormont Executive table for months, MLAs have heard.

Stormont minister Andrew Muir has defended walking out of a no confidence debate in him, accusing the DUP of populism and trying to sow division.

Meaghan Lyons, who has played with bands across Northern Ireland and Canada, is to lead the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association

Queen’s University is set to go stargazing, with a “game-changer” new telescope that’s to be the largest ever built in Europe.

Strapping motors to your hips sounds like science fiction, but Hypershell’s wearable walking tech is already on sale.

A Portrush tourist attraction has had a record-breaking year, more people visiting the seaside centre than ever before.

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant could have taken “no other decision” than halting the Drumcree march in Portadown, Co Armagh, the High Court in Belfast has heard.

Soft2Bet has been recognised for its achievements in technology, operations and customer experience after taking home three accolades at the European Global Business Awards 2026.

The head of the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch has backed calls from MLAs for an outright ban on "pimping websites" in Northern Ireland.

The Omagh bombing could have been prevented if it was not for a “catastrophic failure of intelligence sharing” on the part of the Irish state, according to the legal team calling for a public inquiry.

A man and woman charged in relation to an arson attack which claimed the lives of a mother, father and their two children have been further remanded in custody.

The affordable e.l.f. gift sets are worth adding to your Christmas shopping list.

The same destination and the same holiday length, but a very different data bill.

e.l.f. is giving beauty fans a new way to experiment with their style online from virtual makeovers to digital fashion.

One in five workers are putting parenthood plans on hold, as concerns about workplace parental leave entitlements add to fears over the cost of living and childcare fees.

A Sainsbury’s Nectar offer is giving families a Halloween decorating project for pocket change.

One in 10 Brits admit they'd buy the house next door so they could choose their neighbours if they won the lottery.

There’s no denying that electric vehicles on Britain’s roads are becoming an increasingly common sight - the SMMT’s latest figures show that new battery electric vehicle (BEV) registrations are up 28.6% so far in 2026 compared with the same period in 2025.

Pig Awful, original Belfast punk band from 1980s, are to perform a comeback gig for charity.

Households and businesses across Northern Ireland are being urged to check their phone and broadband services, as the UK’s old analogue telephone network approaches its retirement.

Small Plates, BIG Flavours will bring together chefs, restaurant owners and hospitality businesses to explore what children want to eat and how the sector can bring more flavour, variety and imagination to children’s dining

The North of Ireland Family History Society (NIFHS) is a strong advocate of DNA testing to enhance the study of family history across Ulster.

FIAT has launched a colour-matching service that reveals which car shade best complements your features.

A&O Shearman raised £66,090 for the Northern Ireland Hospice and Children's Hospice following a successful two-year partnership, surpassing its original fundraising target by almost 50%.

Nine giant monsters are due to appear above Belfast's city-centre streets this half-term, giving families a free Halloween adventure without the cost of admission.

The Utility Regulator has published the findings of its research into the lived experiences of small businesses facing energy stress, with participants describing the significant impact that rising energy costs are having on their finances, wellbeing and…

Angie’s New Haven APizza has been nominated as Northern Ireland’s Favourite Local Business 2026.

More than 270 representatives from across Northern Ireland's food and drink industry gathered in Belfast last night to celebrate the sector's achievements and discuss its future role in driving economic growth, sustainability and food security.

A convicted sex offender whose case was described by police as “by far one of the worst ever seen” has been jailed for his latest offending.

MPs have raised concerns that there will not be enough time to debate legislation on the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles, as the government insisted the Bill was the “last chance to get it right”.

The cost of policing the Drumcree dispute is now at £5.5 million, MLAs have heard.

The 21-year-old was beaten to death in a farm shed in Co Monaghan 19 years ago.

Bunches bouquets are a lovely way to add a touch of seasonal colour to your home.

The dark grey version costs several pounds less than the other colours, with the sofa-sized fleece throw reduced by more than half.

Duncan Ferguson finished his first training session as Glentoran boss joking about “I’ve only got the one player being sick...normally it’s two or three” but the smiles got serious when highlighting his Irish League ambitions.

Duncan Ferguson has vowed to “give the club everything” in pursuit of bringing trophy success back to Glentoran.

Duncan Ferguson has declared a shock move to become Glentoran boss as "a great opportunity” with his ambition clear that “I want to win trophies here”.

There is “no compelling case” to expand a scheme to remove foreign national prisoners from Northern Ireland, Stormont’s Justice Minister has said.

Victims of sexual violence during the Troubles should not be left behind by the UK’s proposed legacy legislation, the Commons has heard.

Forwards coach Clarke Dermody is bracing the Ulster pack to face the best scrummaging nation in the world as they travel to South Africa to tackle the Bulls and Stormers over the next two weeks.

Labour former defence minister Al Carns has said he is “deeply concerned” about the government’s draft legislation on the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles.

A crash between a lorry, a van and two cars in Newry this morning has resulted in the death of one of the drivers, the PSNI has confirmed.

Two men are due in court tomorrow after a spate of car thefts in Londonderry.

Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill and Sinn Féin president Mary-Lou McDonald are to be interviewed by police in relation to their attendance at a protest that blocked the first Drumcree Orange Order march in almost 30 years.

Police have appealed for information after three cars were set alight in north Belfast in the early hours of this morning.

A banned driver who was behind the wheel of a lorry when he led police on a pursuit along country roads was refused bail yesterday.

Fear swept over parents across Northern Ireland today after an email threatening terrorist bomb attacks was sent to 300 schools.

The following is the email which was sent to some 300 schools across Northern Ireland today.

From homemade Christmas gifts and weekend market stalls to baking and pet sitting, these seven side hustles could help boost your festive budget, with a clever way to get paid using just your phone.

One holidaymaker says this LOVEVOOK cabin backpack looked better than other bags at the airport.