Belfast News Letter

Role models in today’s world often come from the ranks of television celebrities and sports stars.

Bunches isn’t just about flowers.

A reference to “IRA lawyers” has been blasted by Northern Ireland’s First Minister as “shameful”.

Angry scenes at Stormont between the DUP and Sinn Féin are a “distraction from the real scandal”, the SDLP has stated – that civil servants won’t get a pay rise before Christmas.

An Assembly committee appearance by Stormont’s leaders ended in acrimony as First Minister Michelle O’Neill walked out during heated exchanges.

Imagine being refused a service because you are considered too old, despite being perfectly capable of using it.

Mental health charities have offered supportive advice to men who may identify with snooker champion Mark Allen's frank admissions over his mental health battle.

The DUP has stated the party “never received any report or complaint” about new allegations reportedly made against Jeffrey Donaldson.

Sinn Féin leaders Mary Lou McDonald and Michelle O’Neill have attended police interviews over their actions on the Garvaghy Road, with the former saying that standing in opposition to an Orange parade had been both the “right thing to do” and “the only th…

Northern Ireland looks set to be hit by heavy rain as Storm Austen strikes – though it’s not expected to be severe enough to spark any weather warnings.

The Financial Services Union has called for fresh consultation and enhanced redundancy payments, raising concerns over proposals affecting 95 jobs in Belfast and 19 in Londonderry

More than 9,000 shoppers have bought the electric heated throw in the past month, with its price now reduced to £25.49.

Listeria monocytogenes has been found in a number of SuperValu and Centra salmon and prawn cocktail products.

Centra and SuperValu have issued urgent recalls of some of their popular seafood products after harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness was found.

An investigation has been launched following alleged “destruction” at a protected Ice Age site which experts say would be "impossible to restore" if damaged.

A Co Down father-of-four has complained to Translink that their school bus is late – by ten years.

A new initiative will connect early talent with employers seeking AI-ready software skills across Northern Ireland

The Orange district master for Portadown has said that the expects the number of participants in an upcoming protest parade in the town to keep growing.

Sinn Fein leaders Mary Lou McDonald and Michelle O’Neill have arrived at a police station in Belfast for interview by officers investigating their participation in an allegedly unlawful protest in Portadown last month.

Ulster pair Jamie Benson and James McNabney have earned maiden Ireland call-ups after being named in Andy Farrell’s squad for next month’s Nations Championship fixtures.

An activist has said that loyalists feel they have been taken for “mugs” by the PSNI because of the way its top brass have reacted to the Drumcree standoff.

A “delighted” Rodney McAree said Dungannon Swifts were determined to seal their passage into the second round of the BetMcLean Cup “by hook or by crook”.

Police are investigating an allegation that former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson raped a woman in the Houses of Parliament, it is understood.

A stone mason accused of storing guns and ammunition at his north Belfast home is to be released from custody, the High Court today.

A Troubles legacy body has launched a probe into the IRA murder of RUC man John Eagleson in 1982.

The partner of Laura Marshall has denied that he “killed her in a rage” as he faced questions about whether he was a “woman beater”.

Their largest funding round to date will accelerate product innovation, transparent AI decisioning, and global expansion for commerce networks.

Co Tyrone teenagers will experience a field trip onto Lough Neagh this week to explore its environmental collapse - and what can be done about it.

A teenage boy has been chased by a group of youths who then punched him and hit him with metal pipes in Londonderry.

The adapted song has become a global phenomenon, with its success attributed to a combination of cultural exchange and innovative music production.

The 27-strong Global Security team at Aflac Northern Ireland were recognised at the National Cyber Awards after impressing judges with its technical expertise, shared leadership and data-driven approach

Portadown boss David Jeffrey was left to rue missed chances after Cliftonville dumped his side out of the BetMcLean Cup at Shamrock Park on Tuesday.

Belfast City Council has agreed to develop a programme of commemoration to mark the Irish Famine anniversary next year.

As the clocks go back this week, NICEIC, the UK's leading certification body for the electrical industry, is urging homeowners to use the seasonal change as a reminder to take a few minutes to test important safety devices in their homes, including their…

Local school pupils have been given the opportunity to experience construction first-hand as part of a new partnership between Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council Labour Market Partnership and the Construction Industry Training Board NI (CITB NI).

On the 23rd of October, 1641 the Irish Rebellion would commence.

The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF) has celebrated 14 outstanding young professionals making their mark on Northern Ireland's hotel industry at its 2026 Rising Star Awards.

Mystery keys, forgotten instruction booklets and even failing relationships are among the things Brits hang onto long after they should.

Kraken Fish & Chips in Killyleagh launched its Feed the Fleet initiative in September with free meals for children and will offer complimentary fish suppers to over-65s this Wednesday as a thank you to the local community

Irish prison officer Brian Stack was “badly failed” by the investigation into his murder in the 1980s, the Taoiseach has said as he delivered a State apology to his family.

Bob & Bert reports record revenues of £24.3m and 73% growth in underlying trading earnings following investment in technology, menu innovation and customer experience

Ulster Unionist MP Robin Swann has tabled a motion in Parliament calling on BBC Northern Ireland to reconsider decision to cancel long-running comedy programmes ‘Give My Head Peace’ and ‘The Blame Game.

Northern Trust Healthcare Assistant Eleanor Coulter has marked an extraordinary career milestone after five decades in the health service.

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Planning Committee has approved an application to extend opening hours of a vacant restaurant unit at The Junction Retail and Leisure Park, Antrim.

Two roads running along the north coast of Northern Ireland have been closed due to flooding, the police have stated.

A Co Armagh man allegedly carried out “opportunistic” sexual assaults on two young girls in a leisure centre’s showers, the High Court heard today.

Planning permission has been granted for a proposed new £8m Home Bargains store on the site of a former car showroom in Antrim.

A Dunloy farmer has wowed judges at the local Causeway Coast and Glens Ultimate Pitch heat, securing a place in the regional final.

Antrim and Newtownabbey councillors have been given an update on the planned installation of a new sauna and steam room at Sixmile Leisure Centre, Ballyclare.

Ríoga Banjos co-founders Paul Conlon and John McClenaghan have been named the British Business Bank’s 2026 Start Up Loans Ambassadors for Northern Ireland