Belfast News

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Belfast Airport issues warning to passengers ahead of M3 Lagan Bridge weekend closures

Belfast Airport issues warning to passengers ahead of M3 Lagan Bridge weekend closures

August 12, 2026

Major works on the M3 Lagan Bridge will take place over three weekends in August

'Profound sadness' as Belfast restaurant City Picnic announces death of owner

'Profound sadness' as Belfast restaurant City Picnic announces death of owner

August 12, 2026

"Arthur was a much-loved husband, devoted father to seven wonderful children, and a cherished son, brother, family member and friend to so many."

In photos: Northern Ireland stargazers watch 'best solar eclipse in decades'

In photos: Northern Ireland stargazers watch 'best solar eclipse in decades'

August 12, 2026

It was the first total solar eclipse visible over mainland Europe since 1999

Shankill Councillor says weeds policy from Stormont making streets look neglected

Shankill Councillor says weeds policy from Stormont making streets look neglected

August 12, 2026

"They go from turning green to turning yellow, and they stay an absolute eyesore throughout our communities"

Belfast Council to review controversial dual language street signs policy

Belfast Council to review controversial dual language street signs policy

August 12, 2026

Sinn Féin are proposing that results should be calculated as a percentage only from those that have returned a survey, rather than all occupiers of the street.

Belfast's Fleadh impact: Business owners reveal highs and lows of record event

Belfast's Fleadh impact: Business owners reveal highs and lows of record event

August 12, 2026

We spoke to local businesses about their experiences of the event and what lessons they feel could be learned for next year to make it even better

Meet the Belfast duo helping local businesses navigate the new digital world

Meet the Belfast duo helping local businesses navigate the new digital world

August 12, 2026

“We’re a Belfast business, through and through. Our careers have been built on relationships. When local businesses succeed, the whole community feels it.”

Shankill Road flute band 'overwhelmed' at response to Fleadh Cheoil performance

Shankill Road flute band 'overwhelmed' at response to Fleadh Cheoil performance

August 12, 2026

"Thank you to every one of you for engaging with us in a positive manner. An unforgettable experience. We had a blast!"

Belfast Night Czar eyes Fleadh-style transformation for Christmas Market and Culture Night

Belfast Night Czar eyes Fleadh-style transformation for Christmas Market and Culture Night

August 12, 2026

Michael Stewart hailed a "mind blowing week" for Belfast but has warned people not to get sucked in "Fleadh hysteria"

AD FEATURE: Find your next step with Belfast Met this Clearing season

AD FEATURE: Find your next step with Belfast Met this Clearing season

August 12, 2026

There is more than one route to success.

Belfast Trust pledges to work to end violence against women and girls

Belfast Trust pledges to work to end violence against women and girls

August 12, 2026

One in three women in NI have experienced sexual harassment at work, and 30 have been murdered here since 2020.

Belfast city centre house caught acting as short-term let without permission

Belfast city centre house caught acting as short-term let without permission

August 11, 2026

Commissioner says a "lack of consideration for neighbours" could "give rise to potential for unacceptable noise and disturbance as a direct consequence of the short-term let use."

'I was so fond of him': Heartbroken friend of Donegal GAA legend James McHugh pays emotional tribute

'I was so fond of him': Heartbroken friend of Donegal GAA legend James McHugh pays emotional tribute

August 11, 2026

James McHugh (62) was driving the car and fatally injured in the collision, involving a car and a van

How the tiniest drops of his mum’s breast milk provided baby Rowan with vital support

How the tiniest drops of his mum’s breast milk provided baby Rowan with vital support

August 11, 2026

'The staff laughed with us, cried with us and celebrated every milestone. We will always be grateful for everything they did for our family'

Five arrested after £1million drugs seizure in Belfast

Five arrested after £1million drugs seizure in Belfast

August 11, 2026

They were arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including possession of Class A and B controlled drugs with intent to supply.

Infrastructure Minister plans Belfast pedestrianisation consultation after Fleadh

Infrastructure Minister plans Belfast pedestrianisation consultation after Fleadh

August 11, 2026

Liz Kimmins said the week-long festival "clearly demonstrated the benefits of pedestrianisation".

Belfast barber shop handed three year ban for 'selling tobacco products to children'

Belfast barber shop handed three year ban for 'selling tobacco products to children'

August 11, 2026

The shop was also not registered to sell these products.

Belfast Council backs 'quiet zone'- but fears airport expansion could ruin the peace

Belfast Council backs 'quiet zone'- but fears airport expansion could ruin the peace

August 10, 2026

“A Quiet Area is not one that is silent, but rather one that is undisturbed by unwanted or harmful outdoor sound created by human activities from any source"

Belfast Council to spend up to £100K on boat race

Belfast Council to spend up to £100K on boat race

August 10, 2026

A decsion was made in a secret session away from the public

NI weather latest as Met Office forecasts highs of 28 degrees this week

NI weather latest as Met Office forecasts highs of 28 degrees this week

August 10, 2026

Another heatwave is set to hit Northern Ireland for a number of days this week

First Fleadh in Belfast hailed as 'unforgettable week' for the city

First Fleadh in Belfast hailed as 'unforgettable week' for the city

August 10, 2026

"We’ve brought every single community together – and everybody has absolutely loved it"

Police officer injured after being hit by car in Belfast

Police officer injured after being hit by car in Belfast

August 10, 2026

Police on patrol during Féile an Phobail say they noticed a vehicle swerving on the road and almost hitting pedestrians

Daily mistake of 'a few minutes' increases cancer risk 15 per cent

Daily mistake of 'a few minutes' increases cancer risk 15 per cent

August 10, 2026

Even two to three minutes can make a difference

Has the Fleadh become the tipping point for more pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre?

Has the Fleadh become the tipping point for more pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre?

August 10, 2026

A councillor says the Fleadh would not have achieved its success without pedestrianisation, and is calling for more

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