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NI couple open Ballyclare cafe after 'wake up call' from family tragedy
"We felt life was too short and we wanted to do something we both loved"
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NI family's lucky escape after car crashes into back garden as children play
Poleglass
A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink or drugs and remains in police custody.
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Co Antrim wrestling fan meets his hero thanks to Belfast Live appeal
Co Antrim
"Ollie was just overwhelmed and didn't know what to do"
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Why we think Belfast is a brilliant city for your next night out
Belfast Food and Drink Scene
A new study ranked the NI capital in the top three worst cities in the UK for a night out - this is why we disagree...
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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing
Co Antrim
Police received a report of a stabbing shortly before 10am on Friday.
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Four PSNI officers attacked and urinated on while responding to call-out
Portadown
During the arrest, the man assaulted four police officers including spitting, kicking, urinating and attempting to bite them.
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Belfast social photos as friends enjoy payday weekend in the city
Music & Nightlife
It's not beer garden weather just yet but that won't stop us enjoying a drink!
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Live-event
Armagh vs Down as it happened in the Ulster SFC semi-final clash
GAA
The Orchard County won last year's meeting by 10 points and were impressive winners over Fermanagh last time out while the Mournemen need to reach the Ulster final to avoid the Tailteann Cup
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Video Nasty: New BBC 80s comedy drama series to film in Northern Ireland
BBC Northern Ireland
The series is a deadly, deadpan comedy with a raucous, racy, retro flavour
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How to book an urgent MOT test in Northern Ireland when your tax expires
Motoring
If you do not have a valid MOT, you are currently unable to tax your vehicle which could lead to costly fines.
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Northern Ireland photos from the 1950s that will transport you back in time
Northern Ireland
These photos give a glimpse of Northern Ireland life in the 1950s
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Another weekend, another chance of winning a share of £250,000 in bet365’s free-to-play 6 Scores Challenge!
Merseyside derby
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Moira teenager on his growing success with bakery business as he plans recipe book launch
Moira
Ollie Anderson has been blown away with the success of his business Ollie's Patisserie - which he started at just 14 years old
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Belfast couple hosting second health and fitness retreat after sell-out debut
Fitness and wellbeing
Participants will embark on 'a holistic wellness experience' curated by Cory and Sara, featuring a diverse range of activities 'designed to nourish the mind, body, and soul'
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Picture This say new album is their 'most vulnerable yet' as they tease exciting collaboration
Belsonic
Parked Car Conversations is out now and the band have already lined up an exciting new collaboration with a 'worldwide' star
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Watch as Gordon Ramsay critiques NI food influencer Only Slaggin's TikTok video
TikTok
"Hold on a minute, it looks like the ultimate steak sandwich…this man is serious"
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Events happening across Belfast this weekend, April 26-28
Things to do Belfast
Lots of things to see and do across the city
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TUI late deals from Belfast International on holidays to Greece, Cyprus, Turkey and Florida
Travel
Here is a round-up of trips currently on offer
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Wowcher summer garden mystery deal from £9.99 could get you a swimming pool, five-seater sofa set or lawnmower
Interiors
The popular deals website has launched a new mystery deal for garden items - products include a hot tub, 8ft trampoline, pizza oven, and more
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Belfast Food and Drink Scene
Three Chinese restaurants named best in Northern Ireland ahead of the Golden Chopsticks Awards 2024
The awards were founded by TV personality Gok Wan
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NI teen's impressive stats lead to first pro deal with Liverpool
Liverpool FC
The 17-year-old Northern Ireland youth international has scored 13 goals and provided seven assists this season
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Mourne Mountains: Restoration work continues three years on from devastating fire
The Mournes
The blaze wreaked destruction in April 2021 and took firefighters several days to extinguish.
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Effortlessly stylish cream River Island jacket is a spring essential
Shopping
The jacket is great to throw on on chillier days
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Derry Girls star warned 'you won't work in Hollywood' over social media posts
TV
Nicola Coughlan warned that her comments on Palestine could affect the acting roles she's offered
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Shoppers praise spring/summer M&S floaty dress with puffy sleeves
Shopping
The midi green dress has a flattering tie around the waist
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Mount Charles boss Trevor Annon: 'Covid-19 nearly killed our business but, somehow, we came back stronger'
Business news
“It was a fight for survival. We lost 65% of our business within four or five days.”
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Virgin Media is handing out £200 or free Nintendo Switch in deal that ends this week
Home
Virgin Media is giving away a free Nintendo Switch console worth more than £250 to anyone who buys one of its streaming bundles - but you'll need to be quick as the deal ends soon
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New Look's £20 'non-iron' trousers in four colours are 'ideal for travelling'
Style
One customer said: "These are a great fabric! No need to iron so ideal for travelling. Light and airy with a good hang."
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NI pensioner set to run 740th marathon for mental health charity
Belfast City Marathon
Oggie Winters took up marathon running in 2012
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Condemnation after graves targeted in 'disgusting attack' at NI cemetery
Derry city centre
Police say they have identified a male suspect and are following a definitive line of enquiry in relation to the incident.
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WIN! A meal for two at South Belfast's Shu Restaurant with Live at Botanic Gardens
Belfast Restaurants
You could win a meal worth up to £100 at the iconic restaurant
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Brian O'Driscoll hailed as 'brilliant' after Late Late Show appearance
Patrick Kielty
Brian O'Driscoll and Michaela Morley appeared on the Late Late Show on Friday night
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City centre nursery welcomes new train station and regeneration of area
Belfast City Centre
Puddleducks Day Nursery is the city centre's only nursery provider and operates on Glengall Street
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Blue Lights
Blue Lights 2 review: The Belfast cops are back with a bang as first episode sets us up for explosive series
I don't think the writers have to worry about 'second album syndrome' going off that first episode
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Beauty fans say Boots 'game changer' £20 serum helps 'firm' skin and 'feels high end'
Boots UK
mirror.co.uk
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Female pedestrian taken to hospital after crash in NI town
Ballymena
Emergency services were called to the scene of the one vehicle road traffic collision on Friday night.
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Antrim mum's heartache after son dies suddenly while watching TV
Antrim
"We were going from celebrating the birth of a new baby to be plunged into grief"
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Figures on number of illegal vapes confiscated in Belfast in one year
Belfast City Council
The vaping industry is now calling for stronger clampdowns to stop the black market
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Why people accused of murder are granted bail as two suspects die ahead of trial in just over a year
Crime
Two men accused of the murder of two women have died before a court case could be completed since March 2023
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The Late Late Show: Leo Varadkar says he almost ‘chickened out’ of quitting as Irish Taoiseach
The Late Late Show
Varadkar appeared alongside Patrick Kielty on the Late Late Show
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Shooting victim remains 'critical' two weeks on as PSNI searches continue
PSNI
The 47-year-old man remains in hospital after being shot in the abdomen by a masked man
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Stanley unveil 'sleek' water bottle and it's available in Molly-Mae Hague's stylish Quencher colour
Shopping Picks
mirror.co.uk
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Belfast actor reflects on long career as he is widely praised for his latest role
Daniel Craig
Lalor Roddy was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the IFTA Awards for his role in That They May Face The Rising Sun
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Strictly judge says he thought Patrick Kielty would 'never amount to anything'
Northern Ireland
The Strictly Come Dancing judge was brutally honest on the Late Late Show as they reminisced on working together in the past - with Craig saying he never thought Patrick would go anywhere
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NI city to be twinned with town of Jesus' birth in sign of Palestine solidarity
Co Derry
The Mayor of Bethlehem said twinning cities reflects 'historical, unshakeable reaction between the Palestinian and the Irish people'
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M&S fans praise summer sandals that are 'comfortable', 'stylish' and 'light on your feet'
Shopping
The sandals come in two different colours and are perfect for the summer, beach days and holidays
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Tours to relaunch at iconic Tayto Castle for first time since pandemic
Tayto
"People will go a long way for Tayto crisps"
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Join the Community Mental Health Team in Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Northern Ireland
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 21st May 2024
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Ban 'toxic' mercury tooth fillings in Northern Ireland, MLAs urged
NHS
Northern Ireland is expected to phase out dental amalgam under post Brexit arrangements but the BDA called for a 'Stormont brake'
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Belfast production company win Best Film at IFTA Awards
The Oscars
Cyprus Avenue Films co-produced the award winning film 'That They May Face The Rising Sun' which releases this week
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Submit your Belfast Marathon story for a chance to win a £200 voucher
Belfast City Marathon
Share your #MyMarathon story with us for a chance to win!
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UK perfume retailer to open first NI store
Belfast City Centre
The shop will open on Friday 26 April
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Boots selling MAC beauty set that has customers buying ‘multiple’ times
Shopping
Boots shoppers can save a massive £73 on a limited MAC beauty box, which 'does not disappoint'
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New direct flight route announced from Belfast to Mexico
Belfast International Airport
"It will open up an exciting range of hotels and unique holiday experiences for Northern Ireland’s holidaymakers"
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First look at Belfast International Airport's new security scanners arriving soon
Travel
The 3D images produced by the new scanners will allow passengers to leave liquids and large electronics in their carry-on baggage as they pass through security
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Blue Lights
In pictures: Pub at centre of Blue Lights series 2 up for sale in Belfast
Oscar-winning actor Seamus O'Hara behind the bar not included
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Staff member suspended at NI school as video shows assistant swearing at student
West Belfast
The video has been shared widely on social media
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Paris Saint-Germain Féminine vs Olympique Lyonnais: A High-Stakes UEFA Women's Champions League Showdown
Champions League
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Translink encourages NI to leave the car at home ahead of the annual Active Travel Challenge
Translink
By signing up to the Active Travel Challenge, you could be in with a chance to win a range of prizes
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Luke Evans adopts Northern Irish lingo as he bids farewell to his 'epic' time in Belfast
Celebrity
"Gonna miss you all. Thank you for everything"
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NI woman who was 'overweight all her life' shares three simple changes that helped her lose six stone
News
Catherine has shared the three changes she made to her mindset and lifestyle to achieve her fantastic six stone weight loss - she has never felt better
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Derry Girls star joins the cast of new series of NI police drama
BBC Northern Ireland
Filming has started in Co Down for the fourth series
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Shoppers stock up on teeth whitening solution that removes 'years of stains' in 3 for 2 offer
Shopping
The dentist-approved teeth whitening range includes a powder, strips, pen and serum with shoppers insisting it leaves them with sparkling smiles
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Ex-Irish League star makes winning return to action at age of 80
Match Online
Former Crusaders goalkeeper Terry Nicholson played 80 minutes for Donacloney Reserves at the weekend
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How the prices at NI supermarkets compare as inflation levels drop
Asda
Consumers have said that high prices in the shop are one of their biggest concerns
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Widespread shock and sadness after sudden death of popular Belfast DJ Emro
Belfast Food and Drink Scene
"A person of warmth and wit, with endless energy for everyone she met."
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Belfast man who struck partner with Budweiser bottle jailed
Crime
Court told a "witness said there was so much blood that he couldn’t see her face"
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Cat Deeley's £40 M&S jumper that shoppers say is 'perfect'
Style
One customer said: "Perfect cosy cable jumper for cooler days. Very good value for money."
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Michelle O'Neill to speak at Palestine Solidarity rally in London
Michelle O'Neill
The First Minister for Northern Ireland received criticism for meeting with US President Joe Biden while Gaza is under attack
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Limelight
We went to Belfast's first 30+ club night and it was everything we expected and more
The 30+ Club nights are running across a series of dates at The Limelight and in Newry over the coming months and I urge you to check it out, you won't regret it!
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King Charles cancer update as Buckingham Palace confirms when HRH will return to public duties
King Charles III
It was announced in February that the King had been found to have cancer
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Belfast city centre traffic disruption expected due to parade, PSNI warn
Belfast City Centre
Traffic disruption is likely to be expected around the Belfast City Hall area on Saturday
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Families of UVF victims outraged as Secretary of State blocks inquest finding
The Troubles
"We say that material involves state agents working for, employed by, and assisted by the state in these murders and the murders of many other people in the mid-Ulster area in the 1990s"
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Belfast to commemorate D-day landings anniversay over two days
Belfast City Council
Programme will involve reimagining of pre-war Belfast and will shine search lights from CIty Hall
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What's On
Belfast Food and Drink Scene
Why we think Belfast is a brilliant city for your next night out
A new study ranked the NI capital in the top three worst cities in the UK for a night out - this is why we disagree...
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Belfast couple hosting second health and fitness retreat after sell-out debut
Fitness and wellbeing
Participants will embark on 'a holistic wellness experience' curated by Cory and Sara, featuring a diverse range of activities 'designed to nourish the mind, body, and soul'
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NI couple open Ballyclare cafe after 'wake up call' from family tragedy
Food And Drink
"We felt life was too short and we wanted to do something we both loved"
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Tech review round-up: ButterFly MagSafe charger and Trust gaming accessories
Shopping
A cool travelling companion and a double from Trust
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Cat Deeley's £40 M&S jumper that shoppers say is 'perfect'
Style
One customer said: "Perfect cosy cable jumper for cooler days. Very good value for money."
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Sport
Larne FC
Raymond Crangle delivers 'outstanding' answer to Stephen Craigan over red card dispute
Raymond Crangle sent off Coleraine defender Darren Cole at Inver Park in what was the referee's final game before retiring
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Paul Leeman hails title winner who has 'taken game to next level'
Larne FC
"You can see that hunger and desire. He wants to be a professional footballer and get better every day."
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Larne owner Kenny Bruce hits back at doubters with 'eat your words' title blast
Larne FC
Larne celebrated their second successive Premiership title success on Saturday evening
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Larne FC chairman shares Facebook memory that highlights club's incredible rise
Larne FC
Larne picked up their second successive Premiership title on Saturday, but it wasn't always like this
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Liverpool FC teen Kieran Morrison's impressive stats lead to first pro deal
Liverpool FC
The 17-year-old Northern Ireland youth international has scored 13 goals and provided seven assists this season
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History
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland photos from the 1950s that will transport you back in time
These photos give a glimpse of Northern Ireland life in the 1950s
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TV host Gerry Kelly looks back on chats with young Rory McIlroy and Jamie Dornan
Celebrity
It takes a look back at ‘the most memorable moments of 'The Kelly Show’
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In pictures: Life in Belfast's Docks during the 1960s
Belfast Docks
These photos show Belfast back when horse power was key
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In pictures: Belfast's CastleCourt when it first opened 34 years ago
CastleCourt Shopping Centre
This weekend marks 34 years since CastleCourt first opened it's doors
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History of Northern Ireland's only Egyptian style pyramid hidden in Co Derry forest
Co Derry
Garvagh Forest is a far cry from the Egyptian desert!
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UK & World News
UK & World News
Mum's heartbreaking sacrifice as she's forced to reuse sanitary towels and brush teeth with water
Caroline Gandy-Brown, 54, spiralled into debt after a divorce and found herself having to sacrifice her own hygiene for the sake of the children
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Michelle O'Neill to speak at Palestine Solidarity rally in London
Michelle O'Neill
The First Minister for Northern Ireland received criticism for meeting with US President Joe Biden while Gaza is under attack
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UK drivers have forked out £10bn on unexpected repairs in the last 12 months
UK & World News
Some of the most common pricey fixes include damaged or cracked windscreens, and warning lights flashing up on the dashboard
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'Unscrupulous tattooists' warning as number of parlours explodes
UK & World News
Concerns have been raised about the trend of recent years
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Nearly half of UK pets have their own room to relax in, study finds
UK & World News
It comes as over half of dog and cat owners want their furry friend to have a space to 'chill out', while one in three want them to enjoy maximum comfort
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Co Antrim wrestling fan meets his hero thanks to Belfast Live appeal
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Moira
Ollie Anderson has been blown away with the success of his business Ollie's Patisserie - which he started at just 14 years old
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Police say they have identified a male suspect and are following a definitive line of enquiry in relation to the incident.
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Recap as Armagh snatch injury-time winner to deny down and seal Ulster final berth
Jason Duffy landed a stoppage-time winner as the Orchard County booked their place in the Ulster final for the second successive season
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Food And Drink
"We felt life was too short and we wanted to do something we both loved"
Family's lucky escape after car crashes into Poleglass back garden as children play
Poleglass
A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink or drugs and remains in police custody.
Portadown: Four PSNI officers attacked and urinated on while responding to overnight call-out
Portadown
During the arrest, the man assaulted four police officers including spitting, kicking, urinating and attempting to bite them.
MOT Northern Ireland: How to book an urgent test if your tax expires
Motoring
If you do not have a valid MOT, you are currently unable to tax your vehicle which could lead to costly fines.
Larne FC
Larne champions again: The key games and players which secured back-to-back titles
Inverman regain the Irish Premiership title with final day victory
Why we think Belfast is a brilliant city for your next night out
Belfast Food and Drink Scene
A new study ranked the NI capital in the top three worst cities in the UK for a night out - this is why we disagree...
Raymond Crangle delivers 'outstanding' answer to Stephen Craigan over red card dispute
Larne FC
Raymond Crangle sent off Coleraine defender Darren Cole at Inver Park in what was the referee's final game before retiring
Belfast couple hosting second health and fitness retreat after sell-out debut
Fitness and wellbeing
Participants will embark on 'a holistic wellness experience' curated by Cory and Sara, featuring a diverse range of activities 'designed to nourish the mind, body, and soul'
Co Antrim wrestling fan meets his hero thanks to Belfast Live appeal
Co Antrim
"Ollie was just overwhelmed and didn't know what to do"