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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Crumlin anglers hail Lough Neagh river clean-up day a huge success

The 2026 Annual River clean up of rivers feeding into Lough Neagh has been deemed a huge success with the Crumlin and District Angling Association joining an ever-growing number taking part.

People in North and South Belfast should have 'confidence' in Glider delivery

INFRASTRUCTURE Minister Liz Kimmins says people in North and South Belfast should have "confidence" over a Glider extension in their area.

Baker introduces Assembly Bill to tackle child hunger during school holidays

WEST Belfast MLA Danny Baker has introduced a Bill to the Assembly which aims to financially support 90,000 children across the North in receipt of free school meals during school holidays.

Renewed efforts to improve safety at Milltown roundabout

LONG regarded as one of the most complex and high-risk junctions in West Belfast, the Milltown roundabout is now the focus of renewed efforts to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians alike.

Council passes motion calling for financial support for local artists

WEST Belfast councillor Paul Doherty has called for the NI Executive to Introduce a Basic Income for Artists Scheme.

Bereaved families to gather at Belfast City Hall for Covid-19 Day of Reflection

FAMILIES bereaved during the pandemic will come together from across the North will gather at Belfast City Hall as part of the Covid 19 National Day of Reflection.

Belfast Castle set for new Sunday Market

THE first of a number of Sunday markets is coming to Belfast Castle in North Belfast this weekend.

Two hospitalised after three-vehicle collision in North Belfast

TWO people have been taken to hospital after a three-vehicle collision in North Belfast.

Thousands set to attend International Women’s Day rally on Saturday

THOUSANDS of women are expected to gather in Belfast this Saturday to mark International Women’s Day with a major rally calling for solidarity to end human rights abuses against women and girls.

St Dominic's pupil Catherine (13) to star in unique operatic show at Clonard Monastery

A ST Dominic's pupil is to star in an operatic adaptation of Aesop's Fables as part of Belfast Children's Festival.

Council delays decision over GAA pitch for Botanic after community garden concerns

BELFAST City Council has delayed a decision on whether a GAA pitch should be installed in a South Belfast green space.

St Teresa’s GAC welcome green light for major club development on Glen Road

WEST Belfast GAA club St Teresa’s have received the green light for a major extension and facelift despite objections from some residents.

Chloe's legacy lives on in South Africa thanks to her brother and R-City

A NEW home for a South African family has been rebuilt in memory of a West Belfast woman thanks to fundraising efforts by her brother.

Councillor hits out after scramblers tear up Falls Park

WEST Belfast councillor Paul Doherty says more must be done to tackle scramblers in the city's parks and green spaces.

West Belfast primary school principal warning to parents after child groomed by adult on Snapchat

A WEST Belfast primary school principal has issued a warning to parents about the dangers of social media after a pupil at the school was groomed by an adult posing as a peer.

Soccer: Cliftonville earn huge win over title chasing Linfield

Gaelic Games: Antrim suffer heavy defeat to Dublin at Corrigan

Gaelic Games: Antrim clinch convincing win over Wicklow

Soccer: Glens prove too strong for hapless Cliftonville in second-half rout

EYE ON THE PAST: FEBRUARY 1985 – Keep Catholics out claim

PLATING UP: Chicken tikka pizza with coriander and mint yoghurt

SQUINTER: Paddy’s Day White House invites spread confusion

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: Savile and Trump cases bear some resemblance

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