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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Death of Ann Ferris – first woman to win Irish Grand National

A GLENGORMLEY woman who became the first female jockey to win the Irish Grand National has passed away.

Bone Commemoration: 'We're standing on the shoulders of giants'

HUNDREDS of people braved the weather for the annual Bone Commemoration which took place on Sunday.

Belvoir tower blocks demolition approved

THE demolition of two tower blocks in South Belfast has been approved by the Department for Communities.

Hazelwood Integrated College named best school in UK

AN integrated school in North Belfast has been named best secondary school in the UK.

Police appeal for information after motorbike stolen in Duncairn Gardens

POLICE in North Belfast are appealing for information and witnesses following the theft of a motorbike.

Adam Street bonfire site public consultation

A PUBLIC consultation is to be held on the future of a bonfire site at a North Belfast interface which became the focus of political and community tensions last summer.

Councillor to meet with developer after woodland cleared in Ligoniel

SINN Féin councillor Ryan Murphy says he will meet with a developer after concerns were raised by the Ligoniel community when a woodland site was cleared unexpectedly.

Heartbroken sister says Joshua was her 'best friend'

THE sister of a North Belfast man whose body was recovered at the weekend after he had been reported missing has described him as her “best friend”.

Double book launch at the Cultúrlann this Saturday

TWO new books that challenge established views of Irish society are to be launched at the Cultúrlann this Saturday.

GALLERY: Sacred Heart Boys PS end of year school show

SACRED Heart Boys Primary School hold their end-of-year school show, Oliver Twist.

South Belfast libraries open new chapter - summer opening hours announced

SUMMER opening hours have been announced for libraries across South Belfast.

Second anniversary of Noah's disappearance marked

AN event has taken place in Liverpool to mark the second anniversary of the disappearance of tragic teenager Noah Donohoe.

Dublin Road market vendors announced

AN exciting new list of vendors has been announced for a new outdoor retail and food market in the city centre.

Michelle O'Neill meets cross-community groups to discuss cost of living

SINN Féin Vice-President Michelle O'Neill visited North Belfast this week to hear the concerns of a local community organisation about the rising cost of living.

Tributes paid to Sheila Burns (59)

TRIBUTES have been paid to a North Belfast woman who passed away following a battle with cancer.

Gaelic Games: Post-split begins in the top divisions of Antrim football

Gaelic Games: Ardoyne introduce hurling to Belfast’s new arrivals

Swimming: Síomha hoping to make a splash at the Commonwealth Games

Boxing: Conlan believes Marriaga victory can help secure another title shot

EYE ON THE PAST: June 1980 – Attempted eviction, electric meter wars, dogs stolen

GRÁINNE NÍ GHILÍN: Ní chuirfidh duairceas na dTiarnaí DUP stop leis an fhorbairt

IRISH MUSIC SCENE: Top Irish talent Barcelona-bound as the summer festivals approach

THE MOTOR MAN – GERRY FALOONA: Electric Astra will make you think again

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