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At Belfast Crown Court today, a panel of six men and six women were selected to hear the case. Mr Justice Kinney said the trial was expected to last around five weeks.
Jury selected and sworn in for trial of man accused of murdering Natalie McNally
A jury has been selected and sworn in the trial of a man accused of murdering Natalie McNally.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:58 PM
At Belfast Crown Court today, a panel of six men and six women were selected to hear the case. Mr Justice Kinney said the trial was expected to last around five weeks.
The brother of a 10-year-old boy killed in one of Northern Ireland’s most notorious unsolved murder cases has said evidence destroyed in an IRA bomb could have provided the DNA proof necessary to put the killer behind bars.
‘An IRA bomb destroyed key evidence which could have brought my brother’s killer to justice’
Brother of schoolboy murdered and dismembered in case that shocked NI doesn’t believe culprit will ever be caught
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February 16, 2026 at 1:22 PM
The brother of a 10-year-old boy killed in one of Northern Ireland’s most notorious unsolved murder cases has said evidence destroyed in an IRA bomb could have provided the DNA proof necessary to put the killer behind bars.
The Mourne Observer newspaper has announced that it will be publishing a Down Recorder edition each week - just two months after the publication closed its doors.
‘People still value their local newspaper’: New edition of Down Recorder to hit shelves two months after it closed
The Mourne Observer newspaper based in Newcastle in Co Down has announced that it will be publishing a Down Recorder edition each week - just two months after the publication closed its doors.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:39 PM
The Mourne Observer newspaper has announced that it will be publishing a Down Recorder edition each week - just two months after the publication closed its doors.
The inquest into the death of 14-year-old schoolboy Noah Donohoe is continuing today.
Follow our live blog for updates.
Follow our live blog for updates.
Noah Donohoe inquest hears from witness who saw teenager cycling naked: ‘I initially thought it was a prank’
The inquest into the death of 14-year-old schoolboy Noah Donohoe will continue today.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:52 AM
The inquest into the death of 14-year-old schoolboy Noah Donohoe is continuing today.
Follow our live blog for updates.
Follow our live blog for updates.
The Belfast man begged a tribunal for a “big favour”, namely, to be allowed to work again as a health care assistant even though he’s been placed on the sex offenders’ register.
Belfast man who admitted making indecent images fails in desperate plea to save his career
‘Limited evidence of remorse’ presented by care worker, rules fitness to practice committee
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February 16, 2026 at 10:58 AM
The Belfast man begged a tribunal for a “big favour”, namely, to be allowed to work again as a health care assistant even though he’s been placed on the sex offenders’ register.
It’s one of the biggest bugbears for commuters, whether behind the wheel or on public transport.
But historic under-investment in the network and tight budgets at Stormont mean the route ahead isn’t going to get any smoother for the foreseeable future...
But historic under-investment in the network and tight budgets at Stormont mean the route ahead isn’t going to get any smoother for the foreseeable future...
NI’s pothole pandemic like Groundhog Day: Roads damaged, patchwork repairs made, drivers compensated... and repeat
It’s one of the biggest bugbears for commuters, whether behind the wheel or on public transport, but historic under-investment in the network and tight budgets at Stormont mean the route ahead isn’t g...
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February 16, 2026 at 10:26 AM
It’s one of the biggest bugbears for commuters, whether behind the wheel or on public transport.
But historic under-investment in the network and tight budgets at Stormont mean the route ahead isn’t going to get any smoother for the foreseeable future...
But historic under-investment in the network and tight budgets at Stormont mean the route ahead isn’t going to get any smoother for the foreseeable future...
A security expert with over two decades of service with the PSNI has been called in to help Irish casinos caught up elaborate blackmail scams.
Former PSNI officer brought in by casinos to stop criminals who are betting big on blackmail
Crooks posing as problem gamblers are demanding compensation and refunds from casino owners
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February 16, 2026 at 10:11 AM
A security expert with over two decades of service with the PSNI has been called in to help Irish casinos caught up elaborate blackmail scams.
The sister of a woman killed by the IRA has slammed the “lack of empathy” after a tourism official in Londonderry said she “wasn’t murdered”.
Sister of IRA murder victim hits out after Derry tourism official’s claim Provos ‘didn’t deliberately set out to kill her’
Ann Travers’ sibling Mary was gunned down in 1984 during an attempt on the life of their father, Catholic magistrate Tom Travers, after family left Sunday Mass
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February 16, 2026 at 8:26 AM
The sister of a woman killed by the IRA has slammed the “lack of empathy” after a tourism official in Londonderry said she “wasn’t murdered”.
Exclusive | The PSNI has refused to apologise to the victim of a serial stalker after she was held in a cell for four hours over fabricated allegations.
‘I was crying, but knew I hadn’t done anything wrong’: Woman recalls arrest ordeal over fake allegations by her stalker
PSNI refusing to apologise to victim of predator Ezra Garfield, who moved back to NI and changed his name after being banned from attending university in England due to repeated complaints that he was...
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February 16, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Exclusive | The PSNI has refused to apologise to the victim of a serial stalker after she was held in a cell for four hours over fabricated allegations.
A student nurse killed in an accident near the international airport yesterday has been described as a wonderful, kind and warm-hearted person who was following her dream "to help others" tinyurl.com/msy8z9dw
February 15, 2026 at 4:34 PM
A student nurse killed in an accident near the international airport yesterday has been described as a wonderful, kind and warm-hearted person who was following her dream "to help others" tinyurl.com/msy8z9dw
Ulster and Ireland star Tommy Bowe has been discussing his TV career, what happens when things go wrong and life after rugby tinyurl.com/335fkanv
February 15, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Ulster and Ireland star Tommy Bowe has been discussing his TV career, what happens when things go wrong and life after rugby tinyurl.com/335fkanv
"It’s doubtful that anyone can now argue against Ireland being anywhere other than a side in decline and with no obvious way out..." tinyurl.com/3k8k843d
February 14, 2026 at 9:43 PM
"It’s doubtful that anyone can now argue against Ireland being anywhere other than a side in decline and with no obvious way out..." tinyurl.com/3k8k843d
The judge said: "Some might call the Love Actually cards a misguided romantic gesture, but the reality is this caused her to be in fear in her own home"
‘Love Actually’ pest given restraining order for harassing his ex-girlfriend
A man who harassed his ex and turned up to her house with homemade Love Actually-style cue cards has avoided prison.
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February 14, 2026 at 7:18 PM
The judge said: "Some might call the Love Actually cards a misguided romantic gesture, but the reality is this caused her to be in fear in her own home"
"He was a joker, the life and soul of a party who was always more concerned with making sure his friends were alright than with himself."
New short film pays hidden tribute to Belfast suicide victim: ‘He was the life and soul’
A new short movie by the award-winning Cinemagic charity has included a hidden tribute to a west Belfast suicide victim that even the cast weren’t aware of.
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February 14, 2026 at 6:20 PM
"He was a joker, the life and soul of a party who was always more concerned with making sure his friends were alright than with himself."
"This is absolutely disgraceful behaviour and it cannot and will not be tolerated in our community"
Car burnt out on village main street as DUP councillor slams ‘disgraceful’ act in ‘tight-knit’ community
The torching of a car in Co Down has been branded “absolutely disgraceful” by a local politician.
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February 14, 2026 at 6:08 PM
"This is absolutely disgraceful behaviour and it cannot and will not be tolerated in our community"
Who was your man of the match?
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#IREvsITA
Here are Michael Sadlier's match ratings 👉 tinyurl.com/2xjcxvc6
#IREvsITA
February 14, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Who was your man of the match?
Here are Michael Sadlier's match ratings 👉 tinyurl.com/2xjcxvc6
#IREvsITA
Here are Michael Sadlier's match ratings 👉 tinyurl.com/2xjcxvc6
#IREvsITA
Former UUP councillor Linzi McLaren has said she is “disillusioned” with unionism tinyurl.com/yc7hkkc6
🗣️ "I am looking to the future for my children... I do not want them growing up in a Britain led by Nigel Farage and a far-right party."
🗣️ "I am looking to the future for my children... I do not want them growing up in a Britain led by Nigel Farage and a far-right party."
February 14, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Former UUP councillor Linzi McLaren has said she is “disillusioned” with unionism tinyurl.com/yc7hkkc6
🗣️ "I am looking to the future for my children... I do not want them growing up in a Britain led by Nigel Farage and a far-right party."
🗣️ "I am looking to the future for my children... I do not want them growing up in a Britain led by Nigel Farage and a far-right party."
LATEST | A woman has died after her car collided with a bus on the road leading to Belfast International Airport tinyurl.com/r4kcpzd8
February 14, 2026 at 5:06 PM
LATEST | A woman has died after her car collided with a bus on the road leading to Belfast International Airport tinyurl.com/r4kcpzd8
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Michael O’Neill says he believes taking on the Blackburn Rovers job can help Northern Ireland’s bid to qualify for the World Cup after confirmation that he will assume the manager’s position at Ewood Park until the end of the season.
Michael O’Neill on why taking on Blackburn job can be ‘positive step’ for NI’s World Cup hopes as double role confirmed
Michael O’Neill is set to become Blackburn Rovers manager while continuing as Northern Ireland boss. How will this dual role impact their World Cup Play-Off journey? Find out more.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Michael O’Neill says he believes taking on the Blackburn Rovers job can help Northern Ireland’s bid to qualify for the World Cup after confirmation that he will assume the manager’s position at Ewood Park until the end of the season.
A Valentine’s dinner class at Waterman House Cookery School helped Joris Minne learn the secrets of making a romantic meal
Review: Don’t fancy dining out on Valentine’s Day? This Belfast cookery class can make a decent chef of any of us
A Valentine’s dinner class at Waterman House Cookery School helped love-struck grubbers learn the secrets of making a romantic meal
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February 13, 2026 at 12:15 PM
A Valentine’s dinner class at Waterman House Cookery School helped Joris Minne learn the secrets of making a romantic meal
Northern Ireland has lost more than 500 pubs in the past three decades, industry statistics reveal.
More than 500 NI pubs have shut in last three decades
Number of off-licences has doubled as hospitality sector’s struggles laid bare
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February 13, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Northern Ireland has lost more than 500 pubs in the past three decades, industry statistics reveal.
Keir Starmer vows to help bereaved parents of young NI man who died after balcony fall get answers
Keir Starmer vows to help bereaved parents of young NI man who died after balcony fall get answers
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged support to the family of Joshua Robbins, who tragically died after a railing collapse in London.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Keir Starmer vows to help bereaved parents of young NI man who died after balcony fall get answers
A man accused of storing explosives in his south Belfast home is not ideologically driven or linked to terrorism, the High Court heard today.
Belfast man accused of storing explosives suffers from paranoid schizophrenia, court hears
Explosives found in Radoslaw Kuc's Belfast home sparked a major security alert, with residents evacuated for hours.
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February 12, 2026 at 7:34 PM
A man accused of storing explosives in his south Belfast home is not ideologically driven or linked to terrorism, the High Court heard today.
The three stars of Lisa McGee’s highly anticipated new series have told how they immediately knew they wanted to get on board once they heard her name was attached to the project.
‘Like Derry Girls… but edgier’: Stars of new Lisa McGee comedy caper thrilled to work with acclaimed writer
Shoot was ‘bonkers’ say three leads who hail on-set chemistry of cast
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February 12, 2026 at 7:33 PM
The three stars of Lisa McGee’s highly anticipated new series have told how they immediately knew they wanted to get on board once they heard her name was attached to the project.