

North Belfast arrest after 'altercation involving knives' as motorbike allegedly 'driven into PSNI car'
October 20, 2025
Police say they had to 'deploy an incapacitant spray in order to calm the situation'

Everything we know so far about one-year pilot for late-night transport in Belfast
October 19, 2025
The scheme has been praised as a step forward for supporting a "safe, thriving and diverse night-time economy" in the city

The former North Belfast shop that's been transformed into a community gym
October 18, 2025
Owner Chris said the gym takes a holistic approach towards health and fitness

West Belfast family's appeal to get treatment for young son’s rare genetic condition
October 18, 2025
His parents said he is a "bright, kind soul who deserves every chance at a fuller, more independent life."

Man found with screwdriver and knife arrested after report of 'suspicious behaviour' in Dunmurry
October 18, 2025
Police received a report that a man was attempting to enter vehicles

Belfast prepares to say "céad mile fáilte" to Oireachtas na Samhna
October 17, 2025
The festival was last in Belfast in 1997

Plan for social housing in upmarket part of North Belfast to go ahead despite opposition
October 17, 2025
Site is close to Fortwilliam Golf Club

Noah Donohoe's mum questions timing of CCTV release five years after son's death
October 17, 2025
New CCTV footage from the night before the 14-year-old's disappearance in 2020 has been released

£130,000 refurbishment of North Belfast leisure centre completed
October 17, 2025
The gym and reception area at Ballysillan Leisure Centre have been transformed

'Incorrigible fraudster' who swindled more than £100,000 from clients jailed
October 17, 2025
One of Smyth’s victims who lost her family home after being defrauded, said she was pleased to see the sentence handed down, but did not believe it was long enough

Man denies manslaughter of Co Antrim pensioner
October 17, 2025
He is charged with the unlawful killing of Anthony Miskimmon in Antrim on November 6, 2024

Murderer sentenced for botched armed robbery while on bail
October 17, 2025
Judge Patricia Smyth imposed an extended custodial sentence for the attempted robbery consisting of 11 years in custody followed by an extended period of five years on licence

Noah Donohoe: Coroner appeal as CCTV shows teen leaving home night before he went missing
October 17, 2025
The Coroner is appealing for anyone with information on Noah's whereabouts to get in touch

Belfast 5* Fitzwilliam hotel submits plans for 11-storey extension including spa and pool
October 17, 2025
"Intended to enhance the existing hotel facilities and to provide a better range of facilities for hotel patrons"

Man flags down police in North Belfast after two men 'assault him and force entry to home'
October 17, 2025
Two men were arrested at the scene

Soldier F trial judge will deliver his verdict next week
October 17, 2025
Following a five-week hearing at Belfast Crown Court, the non-jury trial concluded on Thursday

AD FEATURE: Why Belfast city centre's new 'grab and go' hotel is a game-changer for locals and visitors
October 17, 2025
Moxy Belfast City is now open, just seconds from City Hall

Gender-neutral language in hospital leaflet breached Trust equality scheme
October 16, 2025
The complainant believed the leaflet’s reference to ‘Important information for all patients with a uterus (womb) aged 11-55’ to be insulting to her as a woman

"I’m an ex doorman and I’d have let him in"- Belfast bar's dress code leaves readers divided
October 16, 2025
The Dirty Onion has issued a statement after an electrician was refused entry to the premises due to wearing workwear

South Belfast primary school affected by hepatitis A case
October 16, 2025
A vaccination has been offered to some pupils "as a precautionary measure"

Derek Lammey faces jail for part in 'show of strength' intimidation in Pitt Park
October 16, 2025
Judge Kerr said: "One view I have no doubt about is that no matter what I decide this is a case for an immediate custodial sentence."

Key elements of NI's Winter health plan unveiled
October 16, 2025
It focuses on five key themes: prevention, the role of pharmacy and general practice, hospital care, local planning and preparations, and whole system flow improvement for the elderly and frail

Plans for former Lidl in East Belfast approved
October 16, 2025
Rep says builders merchant will double its workforce in new premises

New George Best art exhibition marks 20 years since NI football legend’s passing
October 16, 2025
The exhibition will tour Belfast, Manchester and London,

Botanic Belfast assault sees student 'bottled in leg' in 'unprovoked racist attack'
October 16, 2025
Police have issued a description of the alleged attacker