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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Story of murdered West Belfast schoolgirl Martha features in new book, as told by her brother

THE heartbreaking account of the killing of a West Belfast schoolgirl during the Troubles features in a new book on trauma, as told by her brother.

Walk to raise money for potentially life-changing treatment for former boxer Stephen

A FUNDRAISING walk will take place on Sunday to raise much-needed funds for potentially life-changing stem cell treatment for a former North Belfast boxer.

Cathy pens book of poetry to help others through their cancer journey

A NORTH Belfast woman has penned a book of poems about her cancer journey in a bid to raise funds for some of the organisations that have supported her through her illness.

New health framework for West Belfast highlights inequalities

A NEW health framework to improve the quality of life for people in West Belfast and tackle health inequalities in the constituency has been launched.

Sexual assault is 'stark reminder of ongoing challenges facing women'

A WEST Belfast women's group have said that the sexual assault on a female jogger is a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges women face.

Specsavers set sights on Best of the West as we enter final week for nominations

WE are now entering the final week of nominations for Best of the West 2025 and Specsavers Park Centre have their sights set on next week's deadline.

'Local homes for local people' posters in Belvoir slammed as 'vile'

POSTERS erected in Belvoir estate in South Belfast demanding "local homes for local people" have been branded "vile".

GALLERY: Gaels Against Genocide fundraising walk in West Belfast

HUNDREDS of Gaels turned out for a walk in West Belfast to raise funds for the purchase of a mobile maternity unit for Gaza.

Poor phone signal in West Belfast debated in Assembly following survey results

PEOPLE in West Belfast feel 'left behind' in what is supposed to be a 'digital age' the Assembly has heard in a debate over mobile phone signal black spots in the constituency.

West Belfast woman sentenced to 12 years in prison for murder of her partner

A WEST Belfast woman will serve a minimum of 12 years in prison for the murder of her partner.

Stewartstown Road garage robbed in the early hours of the morning

POLICE are appealing for information after a burglary at Eurospar garage on the Stewartstown Road.

'Muslims out' graffiti in North Belfast condemned

RACIST graffiti in the White City area of North Belfast has been condemned.

SDLP's Paul Doherty to become Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast

WEST Belfast councillor Paul Doherty is set to become the next Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast.

Two West Belfast mums create new podcast focusing on raising twins

TWO West Belfast mums of twins have come together to create a new video podcast celebrating the ups and downs of family life for parents of ‘multiples’.

Lagmore playpark in line for major refurbishment

A PLAYPARK in Lagmore has been approved for a major refurbishment.

NIFL Premiership: Reds boost playoff hopes with comeback win at Carrick

NIFL Premiership: Magilton excited for Cup final build-up as Reds return to league action

Gaelic Games: Rossa fend off Ballycastle rally to claim opening win

Gaelic Games: Carryduff win cross-city clash at Sarsfield's

TUV want Casement renamed after a British royal – and Andytown doesn't rule it out

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: David Trimble’s Catholic problem was well hidden

SQUINTER: Loyalist Human Resources departments thrive

WE SAY: Irish language signage victory was inevitable

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