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'Neighbours acted quickly to protect homes', as flooding clean-up continues

'Neighbours acted quickly to protect homes', as flooding clean-up continues

October 20, 2025

Diggers and lorries are clearing debris after flooding hit some County Down streets following two days of heavy rainfall.

Trial postponed due to Lady Donaldson's continuing ill-health

Trial postponed due to Lady Donaldson's continuing ill-health

October 20, 2025

No new trial date has been fixed.

I knew how to make petrol bombs at 11, says James McClean

I knew how to make petrol bombs at 11, says James McClean

October 20, 2025

The Wrexham footballer spoke about his younger life in a programme broadcast on Sunday night.

Incapacitant spray used after officers assaulted responding to knife attack report

Incapacitant spray used after officers assaulted responding to knife attack report

October 20, 2025

Police intercepted a man believed to be involved in the altercation as he attempted to leave the area.

PSNI needs 'urgent bail-out' from UK government - officer federation

PSNI needs 'urgent bail-out' from UK government - officer federation

October 20, 2025

The body that represents NI police officers calls for "direct intervention" as Stormont does not appear to have enough funds to help.

'Londonderry' and 'Northern Ireland' road signs damaged dozens of times

'Londonderry' and 'Northern Ireland' road signs damaged dozens of times

October 20, 2025

The place names have long been a point of contention across the political divide between some unionists and Irish nationalists.

Bus and train passengers urged to get on board for book week

Bus and train passengers urged to get on board for book week

October 20, 2025

Translink passengers are being encouraged to read or listen to more books on their journeys in Northern Ireland.

Troubles journalist and Secret History of the IRA author Ed Moloney dies

Troubles journalist and Secret History of the IRA author Ed Moloney dies

October 20, 2025

He was a former northern editor for both The Irish Times and Sunday Tribune, and his book A Secret History of the IRA became a bestseller.

No end in sight for disruption after bridge collapse

No end in sight for disruption after bridge collapse

October 19, 2025

The stretch of the Maydown Road across the River Blackwater collapsed during heavy rain the day before Storm Amy.

Man in life-threatening condition after altercation with door staff

Man in life-threatening condition after altercation with door staff

October 19, 2025

It happened at about 01:00 BST in the William Street area on Sunday.

From tries to pies: How baking is 'safe space' for ex-rugby player

From tries to pies: How baking is 'safe space' for ex-rugby player

October 19, 2025

Rugby professional Jonny Murphy was forced to retire early on medical grounds at just 30 years old.

What effect could the Asian hornet have in Northern Ireland?

What effect could the Asian hornet have in Northern Ireland?

October 19, 2025

A nest was destroyed near the first reported sighting of the species in NI - but while they pose no threat to humans, it could be bad news for bees.

St John's edge Loughgiel in Antrim hurling thriller

St John's edge Loughgiel in Antrim hurling thriller

October 19, 2025

St John's ended 52 years of hurt as they claimed their first Antrim senior hurling title since 1973 with a a 2-16 to 1-18 win over Loughgiel at a wet and windy Ballycastle.

'Not the end we dreamed of' - crash ruins Rea finale

'Not the end we dreamed of' - crash ruins Rea finale

October 19, 2025

Jonathan Rea's World Superbike career ends earlier than planned through injury after he crashes out of the Superpole race at Jerez.

When Kevin Met Sadie: The books that 'opened the way for a generation'

When Kevin Met Sadie: The books that 'opened the way for a generation'

October 19, 2025

Joan Lingard's five-book series published during the 1970s captured the idea that young people could overcome conflict in Northern Ireland.

Belfast actress returns home to direct 'incredible' play

Belfast actress returns home to direct 'incredible' play

October 18, 2025

Geraldine Hughes says she wants to bring "important stories" to Belfast - stories she is "proud to tell".

The Belfast artists bringing murals to Thailand

The Belfast artists bringing murals to Thailand

October 18, 2025

A popular NI street art festival is launching a sister event in the south-east Asian nation.

'I make people laugh but I couldn't make myself smile'

'I make people laugh but I couldn't make myself smile'

October 16, 2025

Comedian Serena Terry is ready to return to the stage after struggling with depression and ADHD.

'We were protecting our son' - Convicted over SEN child missing school

'We were protecting our son' - Convicted over SEN child missing school

October 16, 2025

The couple spent £30,000 in legal costs after being taken to court by the Education Authority.

BBC Newsline signed summary

BBC Newsline signed summary

October 17, 2025

A signed summary of BBC Newsline.

Newbridge beat Magherafelt to retain Derry title

Newbridge beat Magherafelt to retain Derry title

October 19, 2025

Newbridge retain the Derry Senior Club Football Championship title with a narrow 1-17 to 1-15 win over Magherafelt at Celtic Park.

Villagers 'tormented' by return of mosquitoes

Villagers 'tormented' by return of mosquitoes

October 18, 2025

Researchers says several species of mosquitoes are likely behind a rise in reported bites in Ballykelly.

Brothers of Bloody Sunday victim say death threat is 'sickening'

Brothers of Bloody Sunday victim say death threat is 'sickening'

October 17, 2025

The brother of one of the Bloody Sunday victims says his family has received a death threat during the trial of Soldier F.

Council broke own equality rules in flags row

Council broke own equality rules in flags row

October 17, 2025

Derry and Strabane Council banned the sale of Parachute Regiment flags at an Apprentice Boys' parade in 2023.

Investigation after hundreds of dead fish found in river

Investigation after hundreds of dead fish found in river

October 17, 2025

A total of 422 dead fish were recorded, mainly trout, along with several salmon and flounder.

Man jailed for threatening to kill his family

Man jailed for threatening to kill his family

October 17, 2025

James Doherty, 30, of Capall Court in Derry, was charged with making threats to kill and criminal damage.

Man arrested after cocaine worth €14.2m seized

Man arrested after cocaine worth €14.2m seized

October 19, 2025

Approximately 202.5kg of suspected cocaine was seized by revenue officers at Rosslare Europort in County Wexford.

Teenager charged with murder of Ukrainian 17-year-old in Dublin

Teenager charged with murder of Ukrainian 17-year-old in Dublin

October 18, 2025

Vadym Davydenko died on Wednesday after being stabbed during an altercation at an emergency accommodation centre.

Irish presidential candidate Humphreys being sued by politician

Irish presidential candidate Humphreys being sued by politician

October 16, 2025

The People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy has begun defamation proceedings against Heather Humphreys.

Betting firm Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Ireland

Betting firm Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Ireland

October 16, 2025

Its parent company said affected staff would be "offered redeployment opportunities where possible".

Oscar Wilde's library card reissued 130 years after being revoked over gay conviction

Oscar Wilde's library card reissued 130 years after being revoked over gay conviction

October 16, 2025

The celebrated Irish writer had his pass revoked in 1895 after being imprisoned for a gay relationship.

Country star Luke Combs to play two nights at Slane Castle

Country star Luke Combs to play two nights at Slane Castle

October 17, 2025

The 35-year-old will play a second consecutive night at Slane Castle "due to overwhelming demand".

Teenage boy dies following incident at Dublin apartment

Teenage boy dies following incident at Dublin apartment

October 15, 2025

It happened in the Grattan Wood apartment complex in Donaghmede.