Conor McParland

Conor McParland joined Belfast Media in the summer of 2014 working as a freelance journalist at the sportsdesk and later the Andersonstown News as a reporter. Since May 2016, he works as a news journalist for the North Belfast News and contributes weekly to both the Andersonstown News and South Belfast News.

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Portraits of bereaved mothers from the Troubles on show at Roddy's this weekend

PORTRAITS of 16 bereaved mothers who lost a child during the Troubles to highlight the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement will arrive at the Roddy McCorley Heritage Centre this weekend.

FÉILE 26: Falls Park gearing up for first concert this weekend

WORK is continuing at pace and excitement is building as the Falls Park gets set to host the first of seven major concerts as part of Féile an Phobail.

Murder investigation launched after man dies after serious assault in New Lodge

POLICE have launched a murder investigation after a man died following a serious assault in North Belfast.

Tributes paid to Una, who celebrated her 100th birthday in March

TRIBUTES have been paid to a West Belfast woman who celebrated her 100th birthday earlier this year.

Exhibition exploring conflict and LGBTQ+ launches at Áras Uí Chonghaile

A GROUNDBREAKING new exhibition examining the relationship between Irish republicanism and the LGBTQ+ community has opened at Áras Uí Chonghaile on the Falls Road this week, offering visitors a fresh perspective on a little-known aspect of Ireland’s social and political history.

Women's Rights Network Féile event cancelled after Transgender rights claim

A WOMEN'S Rights Network Northern Ireland event set to be part of the Féile an Phobail programme has been cancelled after organisers became aware it would "promote campaigns against rights for the Transgender community".

North Belfast youth club 'devastated' after minibus vandalised

A NORTH Belfast youth club have been "devastated" after their minibus was vandalised at the weekend.

After a lifetime on the front-lines, Gerry Kelly brings curtain down on political career

NORTH Belfast MLA Gerry Kelly thanked the people of North Belfast, as well as his constituents, family, friends and colleagues, for their support throughout his years in elected office.

West Belfast rallies in support of Colin community after weekend mayhem

COMMUNITY groups and representatives from across West Belfast came together on Wednesday afternoon in an act of solidarity to the Colin community following last weekend's disorder.

THROWBACK: Kevin Keegan encounters H-Block demo during leisure centre visit

THE late Kevin Keegan was a visitor to Andersonstown Leisure Centre in 1981 amid a H-Block demonstration at the same time.

Concerns raised over proposed new cycle lanes in North Belfast

CONCERNS have been raised over a proposed new cycle lanes in North Belfast.

PSNI launch crime portal following widespread weekend disorder

THE PSNI have launched a Major Incident Public Portal following weekend disorder on the Stewartstown Road in West Belfast.

Kinship project expands to support more families across Greater Falls

FAMILIES across the Greater Falls area are set to benefit from the expansion of the Kinship Community Partnership, with Blackie River Community Centre becoming the second community organisation in Belfast to deliver the Kinship Foster Carer Connection initiative.

Dáithí : 'The longest wait of any child in the world for a heart transplant is over'

WEST Belfast boy Dáithí Mac Gabhann has received a heart transplant after eight years on the transplant waiting list.

Man charged over Stewartstown Road disorder

POLICE in west Belfast continuing to investigate disorder and reckless riding of scramblers in the area on Saturday night have charged a man to court.

Foireann ag Laochra Loch Lao sa Chorn Domhanda Frithchiníochais

Gaelic Games: St John's thrash local rivals St Paul's in quarter-final clash

MATCHDAY LIVE: Moneyglass lead Tír na nÓg in relegation play-off as final ten minutes unfold

BREAKING: Antrim announce McShane as new Antrim senior hurling manager

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: Hillsborough parade a right royal poser

JUDE COLLINS: Time to shame Martin and Harris into action

TRÓCAIRE: Belfast donations have changed lives in Zimbabwe with UK government support

ANDRÉE MURPHY: The gods of fair play were AWOL on Sunday in Croker

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