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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West Belfast MLA's motion on on-site festival drug testing passed at Stormont

A MOTION by a West Belfast MLA calling for the introduction of onsite drug testing at festivals and concerts has been passed by the Assembly.

MLA calls for end to 'extortionate' Housing Executive maintenance fees

WEST Belfast MLA Gerry Carroll has handed a letter into the Housing Executive offices over what he claims are 'extortionate' maintenance fees for tenants.

STORM AMY: Cliftonville v Glentoran called off

CLIFTONVILLE Sports Direct Premiership clash with Glentoran on Friday evening has been called off due to the adverse weather conditions.

MOVIES: Laughter and mayhem as Belfast comedy The Unholylands hits cinemas

"WE want people to have a laugh" is the message from those behind the critically acclaimed 'The Unholylands', which hits cinemas across Ireland and the UK today.

Young people armed with sticks and poles at North Belfast interface

POLICE say they will deploy resources and have urged parents to be aware after reports of young people fighting at a North Belfast interface.

Noah Donohoe inquest postponed until next year

An inquest into the death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe has been postponed until 2026.

Schools closing at midday as Storm Amy prepares to hit

SOME schools in Belfast have begun informing parents that they will be closing early on Friday "in the interests of safety" due to Storm Amy.

Independent Panel of Inquiry into Falls Curfew to begin on Friday

AN Independent Panel of Inquiry which has been established to investigate the circumstances of the Falls Curfew in July 1970 will convene on Friday.

Unionists fail in council to extend the timeframe to respond to dual-language street sign requests

A ROW has erupted in Belfast City Council over a decision on whether to extend the timeframe for residents to respond to dual language street sign requests from 21 days to 28 days.

Celtic fans facing travel nightmare to Europa League game as boat is delayed

CELTIC fans heading to Scotland today for the club's first home game in the UEFA Europa League have been left in limbo after being told their sailing has been delayed.

15 Irish citizens detained by Israeli navy after flotilla vessels intercepted

FIFTEEN Irish citizens who were on board Global Sumud Flotilla vessels trying to reach Gaza have been detained by the Israeli navy.

Aisling embarks on week-long fast to raise money for Palestine Aid charity

AN Armagh woman has begun a seven-day hunger strike to raise money for Palestine Aid charity.

‘Life changing moment’ for Palestinian students studying at Queen’s

QUEEN'S University Belfast have welcomed two Palestinian students who have arrived to further their education.

Approval of first Belfast City Council Irish language policy 'a historic milestone'

THE first ever Irish language policy approved by Belfast City Council has been hailed "a historic milestone for the Irish language in the city".

Over £195,000 raised in days to support cancer treatment for Bláthnaid (4)

THE family of a four-year old West Belfast girl say there is "hope" after over £195,000 was raised in a matter of days to support potentially life-saving cancer treatment for her.

Senior Championship Round-Up: Johnnies, Rossa and Lámh's with important wins but St Gall's falter late on

Soccer: Cliftonville kickstart their season with victory over Glenavon

Gaelic Games: Pearse's survive spirited Éire Óg rally to clinch top spot

Gaelic Games: Antrim announce new GAA Operations Manager

Sectarian chanting by Dublin fans prompts three BBCNI on-air apologies

WE SAY: An English lesson in symbols

SQUINTER: Flag fever takes hold in Blighty

JUDE COLLINS: Testing times for our education system

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