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• Data hack at South Eastern Regional College could affect staff's information - reports

  29-06-2018 23:57 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A data hack at South Eastern Regional College (SERC) has compromised staff's personal information, it has been reported.
  
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• Jamie Dornan takes break from 'Fifty Sheds of Hay' to drop by Co Down eatery

  29-06-2018 21:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Hollywood actor Jamie Dornan has dropped by a Co Down restaurant and had his picture taken with staff.
  
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• Controversial Belfast councillor set to be banned from running in elections

  29-06-2018 20:17 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Controversial Belfast Councillor Jolene Bunting will be disqualified from standing in next year’s local elections, multiple City Hall sources have said.
  
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• Northern Ireland's sunny weather sees sailing event cancelled

  29-06-2018 20:02 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Competition at a sailing event due to take place on Friday in Northern Ireland has been cancelled due to the calm weather.
  
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• Fire Service continues to battle Glenshane blaze as farmers warned payments could go up in smoke

  29-06-2018 18:31 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Firefighters in County Londonderry are continuing to battle a blaze in the Glenshane Pass area.
  
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• Leo Varadkar rejects 'goods only' Brexit deal

  29-06-2018 18:30 via bbc.co.uk
  The said the UK remaining in the EU's single market is "unrealistic".
  
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• Owners who lock pets in cars 'risk death', police warn as temperatures soar

  29-06-2018 18:21 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The PSNI has warned pet owners against the potentially tragic risk of locking pets in hot cars.
  
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• Hosepipe ban is now in effect across Northern Ireland

  29-06-2018 16:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The first hosepipe ban has begun in Northern Ireland, with plenty more sunshine forecast for the coming days.
  
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• Hosepipe ban in effect across Northern Ireland from 6pm

  29-06-2018 16:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The first hosepipe ban will begin in Northern Ireland from 6pm on Friday, with plenty more sunshine forecast for the coming days.
  
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• 15 abortions performed in Ireland in 2017

  29-06-2018 16:37 via bbc.co.uk
  Abortion is currently only permitted if a woman's life is at risk, or there is a permanent or serious risk to her mental or physical health.
  
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• Co Down pensioner rescued from burning home following arson attack

  29-06-2018 16:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A woman in her 70s was rescued from her home on Thursday night after it was set alight in an arson attack.
  
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• Anglers to challenge River Faughan apartment plans

  29-06-2018 15:28 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  An environmental campaigner has won High Court permission to challenge plans to build a new fishing tourism facility near Derry.
  
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• Drink driving councillor Thomas Hogg under investigation by local government watchdog

  29-06-2018 14:43 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Local government Standards Commissioner is investigating an Antrim & Newtownabbey councillor who was convicted of drink driving.
  
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• Apprentice Boys petrol bomb attack part of attempt to 'draw police out to target them'

  29-06-2018 14:42 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The petrol bombing of an Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall and Londonderry family homes was an attempt to draw police out for attack, the PSNI and a councillor have said.
  
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• £45k damages for mother who lost daughter months after liver surgery at Belfast hospital

  29-06-2018 14:33 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A grieving mother whose two-year-old daughter died within months of undergoing liver tumour surgery at the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children is to receive £45,000 damages.
  
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• Southern Trust Chief admits 'opportunities were missed' after family claim failings contributed to murder of pensioners

  29-06-2018 14:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Southern Health and Social Care Trust Chief Executive Shane Devlin has admitted the Trust missed opportunities to intervene following the conviction of Thomas McEntee for the murder of two Co Armagh pensioners.
  
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• No family members claim serial killer Robert Black

  29-06-2018 14:19 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  No family members of serial killer Robert Black have come forward to claim him, despite the Coroner Service searching for more than six months.
  
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• Love Island’s Josh admits his head has been turned by bombshell Kazimir

  29-06-2018 14:13 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A confused Josh Denzel appears to be cracking on with new girl Kazimir Crossley, with the pair sharing a bed together during his first night in Love Island’s Casa Amor.
  
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• Seven months jail for bus driver who killed mum-of-four Linda Stewart

  29-06-2018 14:08 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A man whose runaway bus killed a mother-of-four has been sentenced to 15 months - to serve half in jail - after appearing at Craigavon Crown Court.
  
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• Lord Mayor celebrates 70 years of the National Health Service

  29-06-2018 13:48 via youtube.com
  
  
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• Pictures: Northern Ireland Press Photographer of the Year Awards 2018

  29-06-2018 13:30 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  These are the stunning images which were recognised at the Northern Ireland Press Photographer of the Year Awards.
  
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• Northern Ireland bonfire lit early a 'bid to stoke tensions'

  29-06-2018 13:28 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The early lighting of a Co Armagh bonfire was said to be a bid to heighten tensions.
  
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• Watch: Crimewatch Lisa Dorrian murder appeal as police carry out fresh searches

  29-06-2018 13:17 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Police investigating the murder and disappearance of Lisa Dorrian 13 years ago have carried out fresh searches.
  
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• Man arrested for trying to remove Tyrone tribute to Glenanne Gang killer

  29-06-2018 13:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A man was arrested on Thursday for trying to remove a tribute banner to Glenanne Gang killer Wesley Sommerville.
  
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• Moana, Maui and friends embark on Belfast debut with Disney On Ice presents Dream Big

  29-06-2018 12:56 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Children's favourites Moana, Maui and friends will make their debut in Belfast later this year with Disney On Ice presents Dream Big.
  
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• Hosepipe ban introduced amid heatwave

  29-06-2018 12:49 via bbc.co.uk
  The hot weather has seen an increase in the demand for water in Northern Ireland.
  
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• Coffee chain Tim Hortons to open second Northern Ireland store

  29-06-2018 12:44 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Multinational Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is opening its second restaurant in Belfast, following a successful launch of its first restaurant in the city in May.
  
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• Brexit: Barnier warns 'huge' differences remain in talks

  29-06-2018 12:29 via bbc.co.uk
  Michel Barnier invites UK negotiators back to Brussels on Monday, warning: "The time is very short."
  
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• British-Irish conference to take place in July

  29-06-2018 12:12 via bbc.co.uk
  Nationalists had called for the conference's return because of the current impasse over at Stormont.
  
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• Queen's University Graduations June 29 2018 - Full list of results

  29-06-2018 12:03 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Results and pictures from Queen's University summer graduation ceremony.
  
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• 'Huge and serious divergence' remains over Irish issues: Barnier

  29-06-2018 11:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Europe’s leaders demanded clarity from Theresa May on her plans for a post-Brexit trade deal as their impatience over the Prime Minister’s divided Cabinet became clear.
  
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• EU leaders demand clarity and realistic proposals from May on Brexit

  29-06-2018 11:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Europe’s leaders demanded clarity from Theresa May on her plans for a post-Brexit trade deal as their impatience over the Prime Minister’s divided Cabinet became clear.
  
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• Man, 30, murdered in north Belfast

  29-06-2018 11:12 via bbc.co.uk
  Police arrest a 21-year-old man after the victim was found seriously injured in Parkmount Street.
  
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• David Duckenfield to face 95 manslaughter charges over Hillsborough fans’ deaths

  29-06-2018 11:07 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Hillsborough match commander David Duckenfield is to face trial for the manslaughter by gross negligence of 95 Liverpool supporters after a judge lifted a stay on his prosecution.
  
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• Irish Premiership: Champions Crusaders face Ards in season opener

  29-06-2018 11:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Crusaders will kick off their defence of the Irish Premiership crown at home against Ards on Saturday 4 August as the 2018-2019 fixtures are announced.
  
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• World Cup: From Russia with love... Expats living in Northern Ireland say their country is playing a good game

  29-06-2018 10:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Seeing their nation roll out the red carpet to welcome football fans from around the globe has delighted Northern Ireland's Russian community. Stephanie Bell chats with two of them.
  
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• Belfast murder investigation: Police arrest man (21) after Parkmount Street incident

  29-06-2018 09:52 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 30-year-old man in Belfast.
  
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• Belfast murder investigation: Man (30) attacked in Parkmount Street alleyway

  29-06-2018 09:52 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 30-year-old man in Belfast.
  
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• Ulster fries

  29-06-2018 09:30 via bbc.co.uk
  This was no summer love-in but DUP leader's words to LGBT community are 'an ice breaker'.
  
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• NI Newspaper Review: Ulster fries and Arlene turns pink

  29-06-2018 09:30 via bbc.co.uk
  This was no summer love-in but DUP leader's words to LGBT community are 'an ice breaker'.
  
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• All-Ireland SFC qualifiers: Cavan duo cleared to face unchanged Tyrone

  29-06-2018 08:57 via bbc.co.uk
  Cavan captain Dara McVeety and defender Conor Moynagh are available for Saturday's All-Ireland third round qualifier against Tyrone who are unchanged.
  
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• Northern Ireland traffic and travel: Roads reopen following Derry security alert

  29-06-2018 08:24 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Follow our feed for the latest traffic updates from across Northern Ireland.
  
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• Northern Ireland traffic and travel: Roads closed due to Derry 'incident'

  29-06-2018 08:24 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Follow our feed for the latest traffic updates from across Northern Ireland.
  
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• Monaghan looks back at RAF WWII Spitfire crash

  29-06-2018 08:05 via bbc.co.uk
  An exhibition looking back at Monaghan's part in WWII has opened in the town.
  
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• Significant step for DUP as Arlene Foster breaks ice with Northern Ireland gay community

  29-06-2018 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  It stopped short of hugs and kisses as Arlene Foster followed up her GAA groundbreaker at the weekend by going to a gay event in Belfast last night - but the DUP leader's embracing of the LGBT community was still hailed as a hugely significant stride away from her party's past.
  
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• RHI: Document changed in bid to protect DUP's Arlene Foster, civil servant tells inquiry

  29-06-2018 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The desire to protect former First Minister Arlene Foster was the motivation behind changes made to an official document on the Renewable Heat Incentive, a public inquiry into the botched green energy scheme has heard.
  
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• Revival of British-Irish peace forum sparks new row between Northern Ireland parties

  29-06-2018 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A peace process body for UK and Irish government consultation has been revived amid efforts to restore power-sharing in Northern Ireland.
  
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• Mum's anger as car is damaged in 'mystery' Holywood incident

  29-06-2018 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A Belfast mother says that her children could easily have been killed after her car suffered extensive damage in an unexplained incident in Holywood on Wednesday.
  
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• Death of pregnant terrier left in car at game fair sparks Northern Ireland council probe

  29-06-2018 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  An investigation is under way after the death of a pregnant dog which had been left in a car at last Sunday's Irish Game Fair at Shane's Castle in Antrim.
  
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• Cawdery family's anguish at length of prison term for killer who butchered elderly couple

  29-06-2018 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The family of an elderly Portadown couple brutally killed by a paranoid schizophrenic have blasted his "totally inadequate" jail sentence and demanded answers from the health trust that treated him.
  
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