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Police seize £400k of drugs ‘hidden in wardrobe’ in van at Belfast harbour
The cannabis has a street value of around £400,000 according to police → Read More
Killyleagh: Two women rushed to hospital after being injured in hit-and-run
Two pedestrians have been hospitalised with serious injuries after a hit-and-run in Co Down. The two women were struck by a small black car on the Crossgar Road in Killyleagh at around 8.30am on Sunday morning. Police are appealing for witnesses and a spokesman confirmed that ‘both have been taken to hospital for treatment to injuries that whilst not believed to be life threatening, are… → Read More
Molly White: Tributes paid to Belfast woman who 'lit up every room'
Tributes have been paid to a young Belfast woman who ‘lit up any room’ after her sudden death. Molly White was a highly-regarded footballer with St James’ Swifts Ladies team. The club announced her passing, paying tribute to someone who has been there ‘through the good and bad times’. A club spokesman said: “It is with great sadness and a sense of immense loss that we announce the passing of our… → Read More
PSNI attend scene of sudden death in Belfast city centre
Forensics teams attended the scene on Sunday morning → Read More
Man armed with large kitchen knife robs Belfast shop
A man armed with a large kitchen knife stole cash and cigarettes from a shop on Saturday afternoon. The armed robbery occurred on the Belmont Road after 5pm. No arrests have been made. Detective Sergeant McVeagh said: “Police received a report just after 5pm that a man had entered a shop holding a large kitchen knife in his right hand. "The suspect then proceeded to take cash from two tills. The… → Read More
Belfast traffic warning ahead of two parades
Police have warned Belfast motorists of potential traffic delays due to two parades taking place on Saturday. Both are taking place in East Belfast, with the first leaving My Lady's Road at 6pm. The second leaves the Newtownards Road at 7pm. A PSNI spokesman said: "A number of roads will be closed for a time including; Newtownards Road, Ravenscroft Avenue, Beersbridge Road, Clara Street,… → Read More
Man suffers suspected fractured skull after being attacked by group in Belfast
A man in his 30s is in a serious condition in hospital after an attack involving a group of men in South Belfast. The man suffered severe head injuries and a suspected fractured skull after being assault by four men on Botanic Avenue after 2.55am on Sunday morning. Detective Sergeant Lorraine Dougherty said: “It was reported that one of the males punched the man who fell to the ground, while the… → Read More
Belfast City Marathon 2022: LIVE updates as thousands take part in 40th anniversary race
The runners will set off from Stormont Estate at 9am → Read More
Babel Belfast fire LIVE: Bullitt Hotel bar in flames as Victoria Street in city centre closed
Emergency services are at the scene of Babel, part of the Bullitt Hotel complex on Church Lane in Belfast → Read More
Belfast city centre traffic and road closures as firefighters tackle Babel fire
Police have warned drivers that parts of Belfast city centre will be closed for several hours while they help deal with a major fire at a popular hotel. The blaze broke out at Babel rooftop part, part of the Bullitt hotel complex, on Ann Street before 5pm. Victoria Street is closed while firefighters and police attend the incident. The operation is expected to last well into Tuesday night and… → Read More
Woman arrested by police investigating Belfast hijacking and bomb hoax
A woman has been arrested by police investigating a hijacking and bomb hoax in Belfast on Friday. Irish Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney was among those evacuated from the Houben Centre in North Belfast after a van was hijacked and left in the car park of the venue. The attack has been linked to the UVF. Police said on Sunday that a 38-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of… → Read More
Upper Newtownard Road crash causing delays in East Belfast
Police have advised drivers to seek an alternative route after a crash in East Belfast on Saturday afternoon. The crash occurred on the Upper Newtownards Road. One lane of the road is closed, and a police spokesman said: "Motorists are advised to take another route if possible as traffic is building up." For the latest news straight to your inbox, sign up to our newsletter here. → Read More
Down man left fighting for his life thousands of miles from home as family issue urgent plea
'He is the most kind, loyal and happy person, loved by everyone who knows him. He means everything to us and we will do all we can to save his life' → Read More
Co Down man fighting for his life thousands of miles from home
"He means everything to us and we will do all we can to save his life." → Read More
Man who brought knife into Lavery's Bar jailed for two months
A prosecution lawyer said: “When cautioned by police he said that he had the knife for self-defence purposes.” → Read More
Belfast Live is hiring a What's On reporter
You'll be joining a team covering the length and breadth of Northern Ireland → Read More
Belfast Live has turned seven and we’re giving away a £100 voucher to celebrate
We're in celebration mode, and all you have to do is answer our simple question for your chance to win! → Read More
Storm Franklin warning as NI weather forecast predicts rain and high winds
Northern Ireland is braced for more miserable weather with the arrival of Storm Franklin. The latest weather warning comes in the wake of Storm Dudley and Eunice last week. The Met Office has issued another warning for wind in the early hours of Monday. Follow our live blog for updates here. The strongest winds in the UK are set to hit Northern Ireland. An amber warning is in place from midnight… → Read More
Police ‘growing concerned’ over Elizabeth Marks last seen almost a week ago
Police are ‘growing concerned’ over a woman missing since Monday. Elizabeth Marks, 36, was last seen on January 24 at around 7.30pm. She is described as 5’5”, with ginger/blonde coloured hair, brown eyes, and possibly wearing navy pajamas with cartoon characters and navy slippers. A PSNI spokesman said: “Elizabeth’s last known location is not known however she is from the Banbridge area. “If you… → Read More
Man dies after being struck by car in Castlewellan
A man has died after being struck by a car in Co Down in the early hours of Sunday morning. Emergency services attended the scene on the Newcastle Road in Castlewellan at around 1.30am. The man was treated at the scene and taken to hospital where he later died. A PSNI spokesman said: "Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have dash-cam footage is asked to contact police on 101… → Read More