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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16 arson attacks on 5G masts in West Belfast since last June

THERE have been 16 arson attacks on 5G masts in West Belfast since June 2023, following the latest incident at the weekend.

Underspend at Council sees £1.9m agreed to support first ever Irish language strategy

FUNDING of £1.9 million has been set aside to support Belfast City Council’s first-ever Irish language strategy.

Call for solution as Short Strand homes fenced in by metal gates during Battle of Somme parade

A SHORT Strand political rep has called for the Orange Order to engage directly with local residents on parades in the area.

Sinn Féin ask DUP Mayor to explain what happened to portrait of President Higgins

SINN Féin have asked the new DUP Mayor of Belfast to explain what happened to the portrait of President Michael D Higgins in the Lord Mayor's Parlour.

'This is about the genocide in Palestine': Helen live streams Kneecap gig to millions

THE woman who live-streamed the entire Kneecap set at Glastonbury on Saturday says she did it to highlight the ongoing genocide in Gaza.

Met Police drop investigation into alleged Kneecap 'Kill your local MP' comments

THE Metropolitan Police have dropped their investigation into rappers Kneecap over alleged comments to "Kill your local MP".

Renewed calls for pedestrian crossing at accident blackspot

CONCERNS are growing around road safety at the top of the Springfield Road near its junction with the Whiterock with calls for the urgent need for improved infrastructure to protect both pedestrians and motorists.

Willowbank Football Club tackling issues that matter to young people

A WEST Belfast football club is hoping to make young people more aware of issues they face in the local community thanks to a new programme that's being rolled out.

Carrick Hill sites approved for housing could see 128 new homes built

AROUND 128 new homes are earmarked for three sites in the Carrick Hill area of inner-city North Belfast.

Belfast Palestine activists recall dramatic events after being forced to abandon Global March to Gaza

TWO Palestine activists from Belfast say they are proud of their act of solidarity with the besieged people, despite being forced to return home early from the Global March to Gaza.

WATCH: Clonard Novena concludes with procession through surrounding streets

THE annual Clonard Novena has concluded with a precession around the streets in the vicinity of Clonard Monastery.

Belfast Islamic Centre thanks the community for support following attack

BELFAST Islamic Centre has thanked the public for their support following last week's attack on their building.

Naomh Gall Hens' Shed launch new book of stories and memories

A GROUP of women from Naomh Gall Hens' Shed have penned their own book of personal stories and experiences.

WATCH: Kneecap co-produce video highlighting ongoing genocide in Gaza

IRISH language rap trio Kneecap have co-produced a short video highlighting the ongoing genocide in Gaza.

WATCH: Westlink bonfire asbestos is secured with scrap wood and sandbags

A HUGE pile of asbestos next to a Westlink bonfire has been secured by a plastic sheet held down by bits of scrap wood and sandbags, the Andersonstown News can reveal.

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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