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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Overgrown and strewn with rubbish, major clean-up to to begin on Stockman's Lane roundabout

A MAJOR clean-up operation is set to begin at Stockmans Lane roundabout following sustained concerns from local residents over rubbish, overgrown weeds and shrubbery at what has been described as an “eyesore”.

'The needles are everywhere. One month I found about 30'

A NORTH Belfast man is urging people to be aware after finding needles and other drugs paraphernalia in the Waterworks.

Damp and mould issues plague mum-of-two’s Beechmount property

A WEST Belfast mother-of-two has been issued with a notice to leave her rented property in Beechmount due to ongoing mould and damp issues.

Community hub supporting West Belfast women for more than 30 years celebrated

A WEST Belfast charity that has supported women, children and families in its community for decades is being celebrated as part of a landmark campaign between The National Lottery and Co-op.

Weekend of events to mark 50th anniversary of Kieran Nugent who began the blanket protest

A SERIES of events will be held this weekend to mark the 50th anniversary of West Belfast Kieran Nugent beginning the Blanket Protest.

Daughter of first blanket man 'so proud' of his legacy 50 years on from prison protest

THE daughter of a West Belfast man who became the first 'blanketman' says she is "proud" that his legacy lives on.

Emergency services seal off entrance at Belfast City Hospital in ongoing incident

EMERGENCY services are attending an ongoing incident at Belfast City Hospital on Friday afternoon.

For positive mental health get physically and socially active coming into the winter months

SUICIDE Awareness and Support Group in West Belfast have launched a new campaign focused on positive mental health coming into the winter months.

Springfield Road residents call for action to protect historic Fort Bar

RESIDENTS and traders on the Springfield Road have called for action to protect the historic Fort Bar amid growing concern over the deteriorating condition of one of West Belfast’s best-known buildings.

Countdown is on for 2027 SPAR Craic 10k

THE countdown to St Patrick's Day 2027 is well and truly on with the launch of the annual SPAR Craic10k.

New post created by Spórtlann na hÉireann will preserve Irish Language Archive

Spórtlann na hÉireann is set to appoint an Archive Project Officer to shine new light on the history Irish language community in Belfast through its GaelStair project.

Monument is erected in City Cemetery to recognise unmarked Muslim graves

A MONUMENT to recognise unmarked Muslim graves has been erected in Belfast City Cemetery.

'2027 will be our biggest ever': Féile an Phobail hits back at criticism from DUP Communities Minister

Féile an Phobail say they will deliver their biggest ever festival next year in response to criticism from DUP Communities Minister Gordon Lyons.

Aontú to hold public meeting in North Belfast

A PUBLIC meeting will take place in North Belfast on Thursday focusing on the future of the pro-life movement in Ireland.

Male attacked with hammer during attempted robbery of West Belfast tanning salon

A MALE has been left with head injuries after he was attacked with a hammer during an attempted robbery in West Belfast.

Soccer: Cliftonville progress to quarter-finals after thrashing Knockbreda

CELTIC STORIES: Transfer deadline looms as Celtic lick their wounds

Antrim Intermediate Hurling Round-Up: St Gall's and St Paul's clinch major wins and Cushendun look to pave the way

Antrim Senior Championship Round-Up: The Johnnies earn a huge win whilst Loughgiel and Cushendall avoid major scares

EYE ON THE PAST: August 1985 – Church to sell land for 100 homes on Shaws Road

PLATING UP: Stuffed calamari tubes with curried orzo rice

HEALTHWISE: Take steps to reduce the cancer risk in your food

ANDRÉE MURPHY: Mike Nesbitt was never rewarded for his decency

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