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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Motion calling for action to allow mobile maternity units into Gaza passes at Council despite Unionist opposition

A MOTION at Belfast City Council calling for urgent action to secure the entry of three purpose-built mobile maternity units into Gaza has been passed at Belfast City Council despite Unionist opposition.

Security fencing removed 25 years after Holy Cross school dispute

SECURITY fencing erected at Holy Cross Church during the Troubles is being removed this week.

Council approves plans to light up City Hall for International Safe Abortion Day

BELFAST City Council will be lit up to mark International Safe Abortion Day later this month after it was approved despite major division amongst councillors.

Deirdre marks 30 years of service at Whiterock Children's Centre

THERE were scenes of celebration at Whiterock Children's Centre on Tuesday afternoon as staff and service users came together to celebrate 30 years of service of Centre Director Deirdre Walsh.

Man charged after car mounts Stewartstown Road roundabout

A MAN has been charged with failing to provide specimen when driving with excess alcohol in breath after a car mounted the Michael Ferguson roundabout in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

West Belfast man appeals to public to help find missing peregrine falcon

A WEST Belfast man has appealed to the public for help in finding his peregrine falcon bird.

Neighbours praised for bravery after New Lodge fire

RESIDENTS in the New Lodge have been praised for alerting neighbours following a house fire on Monday.

Victims’ charity launches Interactive Memorial Map marking nearly 4,500 lives lost in conflict

A VICTIMS' charity has launched an interactive digital resource which aims to commemorate every life lost as a result of the conflict in the North since 1966.

Man in 40s shot in leg in Falls alleyway

A MAN in his 40s was taken to hospital for his injuries after he was shot in the leg in West Belfast.

Uisce Bhéal Feirste whiskey club preparing to mark three years at Madden's Bar

A WHISKEY club in Maddens Bar in Belfast city centre continues to go from strength to strength and is soon to celebrate its third anniversary.

Concerns raised over one-way system around Cavendish Street

CONCERNS have been raised about road safety around the one-way system in Cavendish Street in the Beechmount area of West Belfast.

Debut novel by West Belfast writer takes place 'entirely between Riverdale and Glen Road'

A DEBUT novel by a West Belfast man has been selected as one of the 12 winners of the prestigious Irish Writers Centre International Debut Novel Competition 2026.

Ardoyne young people boost fitness and wellbeing through summer programme

YOUNG people in North Belfast are getting fit and active as part of a new summer programme based in Ardoyne’s newly opened ABC Hub.

24 candle lighters stolen in past week from St Peter’s Cathedral

ST Peter’s Cathedral in West Belfast say they have said to replace 24 candle lights in the last week after they were stolen.

Latest phase of landmark Lagmore development celebrated

RADIUS Housing has celebrated the completion of the latest phase of its flagship Lagmore development, marking another significant milestone in a long-term investment that has delivered high-quality social housing for families across West Belfast.

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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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