Maureen Coleman
Belfast Telegraph
United Kingdom
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Michael Condron: Coronation Street actor’s shocking storyline ‘will get even darker and nastier’
A Belfast actor involved in a hard-hitting storyline of teen radicalisation in Coronation Street has said he hopes the soap drives home the message that opinions have consequences, and that people should be mindful when expressing strong views. → Read More
Northern Ireland celebs share their favourite memories of the World Cup ahead of Qatar 2022
The countdown to kick-off in Qatar is almost complete. → Read More
Two minute silence held as hundreds gathered at Belfast City Hall for Remembrance Day event
Hundreds of people have gathered at Belfast City Hall on Sunday as the city joins the rest of the UK in hosting the annual Remembrance Day ceremony. → Read More
Ballywalter review: Patrick Kielty shines in touching tribute to the power of friendships
If months of lockdown taught us anything, it’s the importance of human connection — a friendly face at the window, a phone call, the touch of a hand. → Read More
Hundreds of strangers attend ‘moving’ funeral of former soldier in Co Antrim after social media appeal
Hundreds of mourners turned out for the funeral of a retired serviceman, who had no known family in Northern Ireland, thanks to an appeal on social media. → Read More
Queen’s University ghosted by spooky study but paranormal podcast host declares it the most haunted in the world
The host of a thrilling paranormal podcast, who exposed eerie goings-on at a former students’ accommodation block in Belfast, has claimed that Queen’s University is possibly the most haunted educational establishment in the world. → Read More
Matt Forde was right to call out parents for bringing baby to his show, say Northern Ireland comedians
Comedians here have jumped to the defence of Matt Forde after he was criticised for saying parents should not bring babies to his show. → Read More
Paddy Morris: Tyrone carpenter who died in Carlow river tragedy will live on ‘through all the memories’, funeral told
A Co Tyrone man who died after getting into difficulty in a river brought “life and light” into the lives of those who loved him, a priest at his funeral has said. → Read More
It’s super Sunday for Linfield as Blues play on Sabbath day for the first time
Linfield and Portadown fans have broadly welcomed their clubs making history by playing their first ever league game on a Sunday. → Read More
Belfast men take the longest time to get ready for a night out, poll of UK males finds
Belfast men spend longer getting ready to go out than their counterparts across the UK, a new survey into summertime experiences has revealed. → Read More
Eurovision super-fan Padraic on a mission to bring Song Contest to Belfast
A Eurovision Song Contest super-fan who is championing a campaign to bring the competition to Northern Ireland believes Belfast would be the perfect city to host next year’s event. → Read More
Catch yourselves on! Derry Girls accents hard to understand for US viewers, new survey finds
Derry Girls is among the top three television shows which American audiences find difficult to follow because of the accent, according to a recent survey. → Read More
Tributes paid from colleagues as Derry filmmaker Tom Collins passes away from cancer
The Undertones’ bassist has led the tributes to Derry filmmaker Tom Collins who has died from cancer, saying it was an honour to be featured in one of his best-known documentaries. → Read More
Donna Traynor: BBC loses bid to keep press out of part of employment hearing
The BBC has failed in its bid to prevent journalists from attending part of the hearing of Donna Traynor’s employment case. → Read More
One giant adventure as ‘lumenators’ shine light on Northern Ireland’s unique landscape
Hundreds of people from across Northern Ireland took part in a dusk adventure at the Giant’s Causeway at the weekend to create a large-scale artwork, celebrate nature and conjure up magical moments outdoors. → Read More
Appearing in Derry Girls made me think about peace in NI, says Chelsea Clinton
Chelsea Clinton has revealed that she sobbed watching the Derry Girls’ Good Friday Agreement episode in which she made a surprise cameo appearance because it was an emotional reminder of how peace here was hard won. → Read More
The Crack In Everything: MPs to hear stories of families who lost children in the Troubles in adapted play
A former play based on the testimonies of six Northern Irish families who experienced the killing of a child during the Troubles is to be adapted for a special presentation at Westminster. → Read More
Rower saved from ‘terrifying’ storm off Northern Ireland coast tells of huge waves breaking over boat
A rower who was part of a crew rescued by the RNLI off the coast of Cushendall after getting into difficulty has described her terrifying ordeal and the dramatic mission to get them to safety. → Read More
Ethan McCourt: Toome boy (6) passes away following car crash near Magherafelt last week, while father remains in hospital
A six-year-old boy from Toomebridge passed away on Saturday following a car crash that happened near Magherafelt last Monday. → Read More
Maureen Coleman: Cop on! Reporting a comic to the police is no joke but Joe Lycett will have the last laugh
It comes as little surprise that Belfast was the city where one outraged gig-goer reported comic Joe Lycett to the police for a crime against decency. → Read More