Northern Ireland adoption figures reveal 90 children adopted from care in 2025/26
New Northern Ireland adoption figures show 90 children were adopted from care during 2025/26, with average waiting times falling by five months.
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Author: The Belfast Desk
Phorest jobs: 25 remote roles planned for Northern Ireland
Phorest plans 25 remote jobs in Northern Ireland over three years, supported by £162,500 from Invest NI.
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Orionid meteor shower: Belfast could get clear spells tonight
The Orionid meteor shower could be visible from Belfast tonight, with clear spells forecast but moonlight and possible fog affecting views.
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NI Water urges households to sign up for free winter support services
NI Water is encouraging households to register for free water supply alerts and additional support services ahead of winter.
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Jewellery of sentimental value stolen in Carrickfergus burglary
Detectives are appealing for witnesses after jewellery of significant sentimental value was stolen during a burglary in Carrickfergus.
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Northern Ireland ministers launch consultation on future of renewable gas
Northern Ireland ministers have launched a consultation on developing renewable gas from agricultural waste, with potential benefits for jobs, energy and the environment.
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Portrush Coastal Zone welcomes record 61,315 visitors in 2026
Portrush Coastal Zone welcomed a record 61,315 visitors during 2026, with new marine wildlife exhibits and educational activities attracting families and schools.
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Translink deploys ‘leaf-busting’ trains to keep Northern Ireland railways moving
Translink is deploying specialist leaf-busting trains and track-cleaning equipment to keep Northern Ireland’s railway network operating safely this autumn.
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Titanic Belfast announces free family activities and autumn food market
Titanic Belfast has announced free family activities for October half-term, including a food and craft market, chocolate apple decorating and live music.
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Man seriously injured in suspected machete attack in west Belfast
A man in his 40s has sustained serious injuries following a suspected machete attack at the junction of Albert Street and Servia Street in west Belfast.
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