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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Alternative message calls for different approach to mental health crisis

A GRASSROOTS mental health group has unveiled a new strategy, calling for a different, more rights-based response to the mental health crisis.

Pupils create new eye-catching characters to promote mental health message

YOUNG people from Blessed Trinity College in North Belfast have helped reimagine an important mental health message to others using eye-catching characters.

Helping children and families stay connected across the Greater Falls

A NEW Kinship Connector and Family Link worker has been appointed at Blackie River Community Group.

Public consultation held at St Comgall's on Belfast City Airport expansion plans

PLANS for the expansion of Belfast City Airport were showcased to the public at a consultation event in West Belfast.

North Belfast woman selected as finalist for Miss Diamond Ireland 2027

A YOUNG North Belfast woman has been selected as a finalist for Miss Diamond Ireland 2027.

Belfast primary school trad music boost thanks to Glengormley School of Traditional Music

PUPILS in primary schools across Belfast are to benefit from Irish traditional music tuition thanks to support from Glengormley School of Traditional Music.

Over 12,000 mental health-related calls a year to the Ambulance Service

OVER 12,000 mental health-related calls and 2,682 overdose-related calls were made to the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service over a one-year period, latest figures reveal.

US Senator believes 'peace and progress' will prevail after 'inspiring' Garvaghy Road visit

A US Senator who visited Garvaghy Road this week believes people on the side of peace and progress will prevail.

Clare Sands mural unveiled at Maddens ahead of new album launch

A NEW mural has been unveiled at Madden's Bar in Belfast of renowned Irish singer and musician Clare Sands.

World's 'largest floating book fair' docks in Belfast for first time in 17 years

An internationally-crewed ship renowned for world's "largest floating book fair" has docked in Belfast for the first time in 17 years.

Search is on for 2026 Aisling Irish Language Award nominees

FORAS na Gaeilge has once again teamed up with the annual Aisling Awards extravaganza to find the Irish language group or individual activist most deserving of the coveted accolade in 2026.

Principal says pupils 'should always come first' amid EA's energy cost-saving advice

A WEST Belfast primary school principal says communication from the Education Authority calling for schools to reduce heating and ask children to wear more clothes goes against the "basic rights we expect for children".

WATCH: Holy Child Primary School unveil new handball wall

HOLY Child Primary School in Andersonstown is celebrating after unveiling their new handball wall.

WATCH: After cancer diagnosis Orlagh benefits with unique fitness programme at Better Gyms

GLL, operating under the brand Better, is a social enterprise organisation which runs sport and leisure facilities, on behalf of local authorities across the UK.

St Kieran's Nursery in Poleglass celebrate 40th anniversary

ST Kieran’s Nursery School in Poleglass celebrated their 40th anniversary with a special Mass and refreshments back at the school.

CHAMPIONSHIP LIVE: Rossa cause huge shock to defeat Cargin in semi-final

Gaelic Games: SFC – St Brigid's shock Dunloy as champions exit football championship

Gaelic Games: SFC – Sarsfield's condemned to relegation after derby defeat to St Paul's

Antrim Camogie announce new streaming platform ahead of Championship semi-finals

PLATING UP: Piri piri beef with aubergine and buckwheat

HEALTHWISE: Beware those lying labels when you’re shopping

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: I wish I could say I’d regret Stormont’s end

ANDRÉE MURPHY: We shall overcome – just as we did in the past

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