Two men stabbed in Omagh after van forced into car park by armed attackers
Two men have been seriously injured in an Omagh stabbing after three armed attackers targeted a van on Old Mountfield Road during the early hours of Thursday.
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Author: The Belfast Desk
Storm Boelo: Northern Ireland warned of 75mph winds as weekend weather alert issued
Storm Boelo is expected to bring winds of up to 75mph to Northern Ireland this weekend, with a yellow weather warning covering all six counties.
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Two arrested in west Belfast after suspected stolen motorcycle recovered
Two people aged 17 and 20 have been released on police bail following arrests in west Belfast after a suspected stolen motorcycle was recovered near Whiterock Road.
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John Blair selected as Alliance candidate for South Antrim in 2027 Assembly election
John Blair MLA has been selected as Alliance’s South Antrim candidate for the 2027 Assembly election, with healthcare, living costs and environmental protection among his priorities.
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Holiday World Belfast 2027 dates confirmed as Irish Ferries announced as new headline sponsor
Holiday World Belfast returns to the Waterfront Hall from 8–10 January 2027, with Irish Ferries announced as headline sponsor and more than 10,000 visitors expected.
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Halloween fireworks warning as Naomi Long urges consideration for people and pets
Justice Minister Naomi Long urges quieter Halloween fireworks across Northern Ireland to protect vulnerable people, pets and livestock, as one council commits to low-noise displays.
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34 more Northern Ireland schools to receive part-time 20mph speed limits
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced part-time 20mph speed limits at 34 more Northern Ireland schools, bringing the programme total to 307.
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NI Water’s £4.2m Foyle Street project wins national infrastructure award
NI Water’s £4.2m Foyle Street upgrade in Derry has won a national infrastructure award after modernising century-old water and wastewater systems.
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Belfast food innovators among Northern Ireland winners at BBC Food and Farming Awards
Belfast food innovators Sean McDermott and Rory Blight were among Northern Ireland winners at the BBC Food and Farming Awards 2026, held at Titanic Belfast.
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RTÉ geo-blocking in Northern Ireland must end, Economy Minister says
Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald has called for an end to RTÉ geo-blocking in Northern Ireland after an Ofcom analysis identified increased risks for streaming viewers.
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