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Lyra McKee: Judge refuses application to dismiss charges in murder case
The 29-year old died after being struck by a bullet fired at police during a riot in 2019
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I'm A Celebrity All Stars '2026 line-up' as ITV airs new trailer
ITV has released a new trailer for I'm A Celebrity All Stars, with the show set to return in May 2026
Belfast man jailed for "mean and nasty theft'' of Christmas presents from car
It was discovered the rear passenger window had been smashed and the owner discovered Christmas presents containing gifts, clothing and cosmetics had been stolen
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New dog park in Belfast opens using upcycled playground equipment
The new Ormeau Park facility is part of the council's 'Take the lead' campaign
'I'm still capable of incredible things despite living with MS'
“Running from one end of Ireland to the other is tough, but it’s nothing compared to the daily uncertainty many people with MS face.”
Alliance questions DUP proposal for "fair" access to funding for faith-based groups in Belfast
Alliance Councillor warns faith based groups "might exclude some people"
Secretary of State confirms Hillsborough Castle visit records disposed of as questions remain over Epstein's visits to NI
The Secretary of State confirmed that visit records were disposed of after three to six years
West Belfast road closure in place next week for filming of Blue Lights series 4
"We will ensure that residents and visitors still have access to their properties"
Andrew Murphy: Man found on Co Down beach died soon after last CCTV sighting, inquest hears
The 47-year-old's body was found by a dog walker
Brandon Rainey admits to killing Chloe Mitchell, court told
"That document reflects the change in instructions we received yesterday and there is now a general acceptance on behalf of Mr Rainey that he killed Ms Mitchell. I use that term as opposed to murdering Ms Mitchell."
Police issue Belfast traffic warning for Saturday ahead of planned parade
Members of the public are advised of potential disruption in parts of the city
The 19 venues hosting 2026 Twelfth parades released
"Our Twelfth of July celebrations are an annual highlight for our members and the wider Orange family"
SSE Airtricity confirms gas price reduction in Northern Ireland from April
The annual gas bill of a typical household will reduce by about £80 per year
Police dog finds cash locked in metal boxes under floorboards in Lisburn searches
The amount of cash seized during the searches totalled around £90,000
New prisoners at jail Ian Huntley was attacked in see same terrifying three-word sign
Ian Huntley was attacked inside HMP Frankland and left in a pool of blood, and a former inmate who spent time in the same 'Monster Mansion' has shared insights about what it's like inside the prison
Police issue appeal over north Belfast altercation 'involving a number of men'
A silver Audi vehicle was reported to be in the area at the time
Mum in stitches after nursery's solution for telling identical twins apart
A mum couldn't stop laughing when her identical twin daughters came home from their first day at nursery
Late Late Show guests to spill behind the scenes secrets from film everyone's talking about
This week's line up includes Hollywood actors spilling movie secrets and a sporting legend reflecting on his career
Man charged to court after alleged kidnapping in Derry
The man is alleged to have committed a number of offences in Derry
Belfast GAA club to get major extension despite local objections
Objectors said there was no community consultation