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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'Paul's life was rich, meaningful and full', mourners told

WEST Belfast boxer Paul McCullagh lived a short yet rich, meaningful and full life, mourners were told at his funeral on Tuesday morning.

Events space and memorial to those who died during the Blitz as city centre transformation gets underway

WORK has started on a £5 million development of an events space in Belfast city centre.

Yellow ice warning set to end but some schools remain closed

WINTRY weather is continuing to impact on Tuesday with a number of schools still closed and disruption to public transport.

'Hands Off Venezuela' rally to take place at International Wall on Monday evening

A PROTEST rally will take place at the International Wall on the Falls Road on Monday evening in the wake of the US attack on Venezuela.

Several schools closed due to wintry conditions

A NUMBER of schools in Belfast have been forced to close on Monday morning due to snow and ice.

Beechmount man pens collection of poems in memory of late wife

A WEST Belfast man has penned a collection of poems in memory of his late wife.

Michael challenges himself to visit every country in the world

A WEST Belfast man has challenged himself to visit every country in the world.

Junior Minister Reilly praises work of West Belfast addiction service

JUNIOR Minister Aisling Reilly paid a visit to Tús Úr – Fresh Beginnings – praising the project for the crucial support it provides to people and families dealing with drug and alcohol misuse in West Belfast.

End of an era as John decides to close Kennedy Centre stall

A POPULAR West Belfast lensman says it is the "end of an era" after deciding to close his stall in the Kennedy Centre.

13-year-old boy attacked outside Glengormley shop

A 13-YEAR-OLD boy was attacked and left unconscious outside a shop in Glengormley.

Sponsored walk from Windsor Park to Solitude in memory of Michael Newberry

Appeal for information on 20th anniversary of Martin Kelly’s disappearance

A RENEWED appeal for information has been made by police into the disappearance of Martin Kelly 20 years ago.

Man arrested and drugs seized after vehicle pursuit at Broadway roundabout

A MAN has been arrested and a quantity of drugs seized after a vehicle pursuit which started in South Belfast.

Funeral to take place of North Belfast teacher Colm Hackett

A NORTH Belfast school has paid tribute to a colleague and friend following his passing.

West Belfast pastor's tribute to wife after passing on Christmas Day

A WEST Belfast pastor has paid tribute to his wife who died on Christmas Day.

Fruithill hosts successful speed chess tournament

Soccer: Cliftonville boss believes the Reds 'owe it' to their support to bounce back from derby defeat

Gaelic Games: Cushendall round off the year in style with Ulster Championship glory

Soccer: Crusaders claim Christmas derby bragging rights over Reds

PLATING UP: Sirloin steak with baby boiled potatoes and mange tout

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: The 2025 Top Moments Awards (PART II)

SQUINTER: Review of the year

HEALTHWISE: Beware of pseudoscience at this time of year

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