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Lower Lough Erne is one of the most dramatic natural landscapes in Northern Ireland. Formed by a deep glacial trough with extensive open waters, offshore islands and the bold escarpment of the Magho Cliffs to the south, it stretches for 20 miles from Enniskillen to Rosscor.

‘An appalling state of affairs through ruined crops and flooded homes’

Loyalist parade prohibited from marching lower Ormeau Road

Stormont finance minister John O’Dowd

O’Dowd wants £100 support payments to reach householders in NI

Morning View

Editorial: Disturbing attack on hotel workers amid Halloween festivities

The Fratellis, on their way to Belfast.

Indie rockers on their way to the capital

Portrush surfer Martin Kelly will mount a serious challenge for the national crown this weekend

Surfers chase glory on Causeway Coast

Area Commander of Derry City and Strabane, Chief Superintendent Gillian Kearney.

‘Viable postal device’ delivered to Londonderry hotel, police say

Scott Dragsness, Andrew Graham and Ben Stanex

Fan attack was ‘mindless sectarian thuggery’: court

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey delivering his budget in the House of Commons, Westminster.

Northern Ireland to miss out on further funding if budget not agreed – Bryant

Traffic and Travel

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Traffic & Travel: Newry road closed following collision

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Traffic & Travel: A1 closed near Banbridge southbound

Stormont Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins (left), along with Belfast Lord Mayor Rois-Maire Donnelly speaking to members of the media at the launch of the draft Eastern Transport Plan 2035 at 2 Royal Avenue in Belfast.

Transport plan proposes new pedestrianisation across Belfast city centre

Traffic & Travel: Co Antrim road closed following collision

Newry Leisure Centre.

New parking powers could see on-the-spot fines at leisure centres in Newry. Mour...

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Traffic & Travel: A1 northbound currently closed following collision

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BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt

BBC presenter quits after 35 years for new career

Why can't we just agree on a direction for plugs to point in, and then stick to it?

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Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Crime

Police tape at the scene of the shooting in the Bell Steel Manor area of Dunmurry, west Belfast

Man to appear in court over attempted murder

General view off the Garvaghy Road in Portadown. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye

Woman arrested walking the Garvaghy Road wearing Union flag headscarf

A police spokesperson said a hooded male, dressed all in black, was seen running from the scene.

Police probe shot fired at house in north Belfast

The High Court has refused a legal challenge to the Secretary of State's ban on the Orange parade on the Garvagh Road. Pictured are posters on the Garvaghy Road in Portadown, Co Armagh earlier this month.

Reaction: High Court refuses challenge of Bryant's ban on Orange parade

An explosive device has been found in Londonderry hotel

Viable explosive device sent to Londonderry hotel, police say

Ryan Gray and Max the dog

Court told of attack on search and rescue volunteer and his dog by gang of teens

Weather

However, full restoration of all properties remains 6pm on Tuesday.

Storm Boelo: Thousands without power and flights and ferries cancelled in NI

A warning for high winds is in place this weekend as Storm Boelo lands

Dublin Marathon participants face windy run - weather warning extended

Business

Ulster Farmers' Union president John McLenaghan said farming families have been plunged into severe stress by inheritance tax changes and rising costs that should have been tackled in today's budget.

Farmers: Budget hasn't touched taxes strangling our family businesses

Budget ‘crucial and critical’ to Stormont finances, says minister

Ghouls and witches are causing interference on the line at Downpatrick and County Down Railway this Halloween

Heritage railway full steam ahead for Halloween spook show

Politics

Taoiseach Micheal Martin

Taoiseach says initiative needed for defining debate on Irish unity

Peers have accepted an update to railways law in Northern Ireland

Rail law update prompts fresh debate on NI-GB ‘divergence’ post-Brexit

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has been the most vocal voice within the DUP calling on the leadership to withdraw deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly from the Stormont Executive

DUP party officers to meet amid ongoing fall-out over Drumcree dispute

Suspected drugs paraphernalia was found in Parliament Buildings, Stormont, during the summer. Pic: Google.

No tests carried out on suspected Stormont drugs bags - PSNI

UK Trending

Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Farming

Food and Farm minister Andrew Muir pictured with Bronagh O’Kane of Drumard Farm, Cookstown, the local winner in the BBC Food and Farming Awards

NI farmer and former aerospace engineer wins BBC Farming for the Future Award

Ulster Farmers' Union president John McLenaghan said farming families have been plunged into severe stress by inheritance tax changes and rising costs.

Farmers plead for Westminster to end tax stress in tomorrow's budget

People

The Cohannon Inn in Co Tyrone closed on Sunday night

Staff in shock at sudden closure of Cohannon Inn
A popular Co Tyrone hotel and restaurant has ceased to trade with staff told by email they no longer have jobs.
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Spooky kids on the prowl in 'Ferntickle Weechil', one of four Ulster-Scots horror short films under the 'Haleve' banner. Photo: Josh Strang/Beyond Visible Films/BBC

Hamely tongue takes a spooky turn for Halloween with Ulster-Scots horror movies

Sue Warner won a bronze medal at the Invictus Games in 2016

Charity helps Sue ‘live well’ after nursing service in war zones

Mark Allen has drawn widespread support since opening up about his health Picture: Richard Sellers/PA

Snooker star Mark Allen hints at return after mental health difficulties

Vincent Price stars in 1959's 'House On Haunted Hill', a favourite of Rue Morgue Film Club organiser Victoria Brown.

How a horror movie club scares the pants off Ulster for charity

Education

Jay Basra highlighted that the Order of Service for the QUB Remembrance Sunday service on 8 November stated that Orange collarettes were not to be worn.

Royal British Legion distances itself from QUB Orange collarette row

Lyric Theatre Belfast Creative Learning Department has completed a five-week tour of primary schools in 11 council areas across Northern Ireland of their production ‘Waste Busters the Eco-Musical’.

Eco musical completes five week tour of primary schools across NI

The hoax email threat was sent to 300 schools across Northern Ireland on Monday morning.

Terror expert rejects 'Islamist' claim of school bomb threats

The incident, involving uniformed Bangor Academy pupils, took place outside of school hours in a car park a short distance from its grounds.

Delete footage of attack on teenage girl, say police and school

Students at an OSG school

New Plymouth Brethren school planned

Mick Hagan from the west shore of Lough Neagh has taken photos of fish and eels dying due to the pollution in Lough Neagh.

Pupils' field trip into heart of Lough Neagh crisis

Health

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College says Daisy Hill maternity crisis reflected across UK

Hospital admissions for Covid in Northern Ireland have surged by over 50% since the Start of September – with ‘American Covid’ being blamed.

'American' Covid behind surge in Northern Ireland hospital admissions

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This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

Opinion

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Editorial: Pressures on our farm businesses need addressed

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