Belfast news

• Atheist Jamie Dornan refused to pick sides during sectarian Troubles

  26-11-2018 15:48 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Jamie Dornan refused to pick sides growing up in the shadow of the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
  
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• Unionists who cheered Trump for shooting from the hip at targets they despised have now learned a hard truth

  20-09-2026 09:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Many politicians here who adored the US president now argue that his words don’t matter
  
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• The disgraced ex-RUC officer who tipped off suspect in sectarian mob killing of innocent dad

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Former policemen shook his head and closed door when approached by Sunday Life
  
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• Tesco shopper cleared of sexual assault after being accused of ‘belly bumping’ female member of staff

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Harassment charge withdrawn after supermarket regular accepts police caution
  
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• Shamed ex-PSNI officer jailed for importing drugs worked with convicted dealers at repeat offender unit

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Neil McDonald previously disciplined for climbing through window of Simon Community hostel to drink vodka with residents
  
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• Pictured: The new leaders in charge of jailed ‘mafia don’s’ north coast cocaine empire

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Crime boss’s son and man caught in undercover police sting now ‘the biggest drug dealers in Coleraine’ after taking over money-spinning racket
  
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• NI social media star outraged as Facebook page suspended: ‘You couldn’t make it up’

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Carrick woman Cheryl Bakes had more than 450,000 followers before page was taken down
  
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• Janet Devlin and Blur star set to share insights at free music business event in Belfast

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Janet Devlin and Blur drummer Dave Rowntree among stars to share experiences and give advice to up-and-coming local talent
  
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• Father of Co Down boy abused by paedophile teacher appalled by church’s handling of case: ‘It hasn’t even tried’

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Angry parents claim officials only addressed concerns about William Maher after PSNI launched investigation — and they still have no answers
  
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• Donald Trump was never in unionism’s corner... and it would appear he doesn’t even see them as British

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Many politicians here who adored the US president now argue that his words don’t matter
  
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• Blue Lights creator: ‘In early childhood, I realised what those noises were and wondered if my parents were coming home that night’

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  As the hit cop drama returns for a new series, creator Declan Lawn reflects on his childhood during The Troubles and what life in NI feels like now, what motivated him to become a ‘post-conflict’ journalist and the Bill Clinton speech that instigated his leap into screenwriting
  
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• After head-hunting and then ditching an opponent of IRA violence, Sinn Fein stands at a crossroads

  20-09-2026 08:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  New book from former aide to Mary Lou an insight into the opposing forces within the party
  
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• Ruaidhri Higgins less than impressed with ‘well under-par’ Coleraine despite extending Premiership winning run to six

  19-09-2026 22:41 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Coleraine 1 Limavady United 0
  
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• Clann Eireann knock off defending champions Madden to claim place in Armagh SFC last four

  19-09-2026 22:15 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Clann Eireann 1-13 Madden Raparees 0-11
  
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• Larne stay in touching distance before big break

  19-09-2026 21:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC Sport NI looks at champions Larne's impressive start to the season and how they will cope with their upcoming fixture pile-up.
  
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• ‘There are boys strapped up on the bench’: Lee Feeney hails Bangor for playing through pain barrier to secure first win

  19-09-2026 21:15 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Bangor 3 Portadown 1
  
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• ‘I’ve never seen a referee move so quickly’: David Healy gives verdict on veteran’s red card as he hails match-winner’s belief

  19-09-2026 21:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Linfield 1 Crusaders 0
  
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• Joel Cooper goal edges north-west derby as Coleraine down Limavady United to secure sixth successive Premiership win

  19-09-2026 20:54 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Coleraine 1 Limavady United 0
  
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• ‘Our centre-halves didn’t want to head it’: Cliftonville chief fumes with defensive display in home loss to Glentoran

  19-09-2026 20:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Cliftonville 1 Glentoran 2
  
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• ‘We’ve got enough trust that I can have a go at him’: Larne boss reveals he pulled no punches during thrilling success

  19-09-2026 20:30 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Carrick Rangers 2 Larne 5
  
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• ‘Those things make it really hard to understand’: Oran Kearney hits out at red card as Ballymena frustrate Dungannon Swifts

  19-09-2026 20:17 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Dungannon Swifts 1 Ballymena United 1
  
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• Eagle leaves McIlroy two off Wentworth lead

  19-09-2026 19:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rory McIlroy stands two strokes behind the third-round leaders heading into the final day after a three-under 72 at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.
  
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• Nikita Hand: ‘You see Conor McGregor being given such a huge platform still – it’s devastating for me’

  19-09-2026 19:36 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  As she publishes her memoir, Nikita Hand reflects on her civil sexual assault case victory against MMA fighter Conor McGregor, the long road to recovery and the hard-won peace she has found with her new partner and growing family
  
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• Moygashel bonfire stunt accused is suspended from volunteer role at historic National Trust property

  19-09-2026 19:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Conservation charity has suspended worker after he appeared in court charged with stirring up hate
  
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• Richness of Japanese culture in Northern Ireland celebrated

  19-09-2026 18:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Japan Society in Northern Ireland marked its 30th anniversary.
  
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• When it comes to Northern Ireland, Trump doesn’t know his arse from his Kneecap

  19-09-2026 18:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  So to help bring Mr President up to speed, here is a brief A to Z of the problems a united Ireland could pose
  
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• Killer dentist Colin Howell’s daughter says yes to fiance’s proposal on emotional return to ‘epicentre of her loss’

  19-09-2026 16:43 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Lauren Bradford-Clarke tells podcast that she avoided north coast for a decade before 2025 visit
  
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• Man ‘swindled mum and grandad (90) out of over £2,000 with forged cheques and fraudulent back transfers’

  19-09-2026 15:46 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Accused also alleged to have threatened his mother
  
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• DUP will 'not be found wanting' when it comes to unionist co-operation, says Robinson

  19-09-2026 15:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Gavin Robinson was speaking at his annual conference ahead of highly anticipated assembly and council elections next May.
  
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• ‘I was bullied’ into keeping cocaine: Craigavon man charged with having £58,000 of the drug

  19-09-2026 14:03 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Adam Neill was freed on bail after a special court sitting
  
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