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Ryan Gray and Max the dog

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

National Lottery operators Allwyn are seeking the owner of a £1m Lotto ticket that has yet to be claimed. Photo: Yui Mok/PA Wire

Mystery £1m lottery winner sought

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

Laganside court complex. Image: Google

Personal trainer accused over bid to stab man to death

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

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

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

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

Road Closed

Traffic & Travel: A1 closed near Banbridge southbound

The case was heard at Antrim Magistrates Court, sitting in Ballymena.

Convicted sex offender drove off from police car at speed of 120mph

Traffic and Travel

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...

A1 closed northbound

Traffic & Travel: A1 northbound currently closed following collision

New car parking machines planned

Newry’s new parking machines will stop ‘Good Samaritan’ ticket sharing

New weather warnings have been announced for parts of Ireland, as the island deals with two named storms in quick succession

New weather warnings issued for parts of Ireland

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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?

The Gadget Agenda: Awkward plugs are driving me up the wall Gareth Butterfield

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

On Tuesday police released footage of a person they said they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.

Footage released of man police want to trace in attempted murder probe

Man struck with iron bars and shot in leg by masked attackers in house

Officers discovered more than £170,000 in cash hidden inside a vehicle in Belfast.

PSNI, HMRC and NCA lifts £200k in illicit cash

Lord Dodds, left, says Carla Lockhart should not be disrespected in any way over her stance on Drumcree.

Dodds: Lockhart must not be disrespected in any way

Laganside court complex. Image: Google

Man stabbed eight times in alleged retaliation for slapping incident in pub

Police can be contacted on 101.

Masked men steal cash and jewellery during raid on house

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

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Ulster Unionist deputy leader Diana Armstrong called for farm planning laws in Northern Ireland to be relaxed to match those in England. Photo: Presseye/Stephen Hamilton

Red tape shutting NI farmers out of valuable tourism market: UUP

Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber; Tanya Anderson, head of business deposits, Bank of Ireland UK and Kevin O'Hara, head of procurement, Navantia UK - Harland & Wolff, highlight the forthcoming NI Chamber 2026 Meet the Buyer event

300 local firms to pitch for new contracts at NI Chamber’s Meet the Buyer

Politics

Some RTE programmes have been blocked in Northern Ireland because of broadcast rights issues. Pic: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

Sinn Féin commissioned report blames rights issues for geo-blocking of RTÉ shows

Lord Empey.

Adams comments show blocking Garvaghy Rd has 'boomeranged' republican aims - UUP

Soldiers from the Queens Royal Hussars on parade. Photo: Cpl James Williams RLC

Last-ditch attempt to stop Armed Forces Covenant helping veterans defeated

DUP MLA Diane Forsythe (left) has backed colleague Carla Lockhart's call for Michelle O'Neill to be removed from office.

Forsythe backs call for O'Neill to go - and for DUP to block official events

UK Trending

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

Jenny Ryan put teams through their paces as part of a special celebration for Skipton Building Society members

Quiz star Jenny Ryan stuns punters with surprise pub appearance

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Farming

UFU president John McLenaghan said farming families have been plunged into severe stress by inheritance tax changes.

End tax stress crisis on farming families, says union

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

People

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
Northern Ireland snooker star Mark Allen has hinted that he might compete in next month's UK Championships.
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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

Mrs Pauline Downing.

Tributes to woman who died in Aghagallon collision

Mackenzie Louise Porter

Co Down model in the running for Miss England title

Captain the Honourable Viscount Northland, of the Coldstream Guards, who was killed by sniper fire during the Great War in 1915

Festival salutes those who served and sacrificed

Education

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

The Campbell College Pipe Band perform as guests arrive at the OC Ball held at Campbell College, organised by the Old Campbellian Society. re: Michael Cooper

Old Campbellian Ball held in historic college

An artist's impression of the telescope, which is to be built on the Canary Islands. Image: QUB

Queen's University joins £250m project to build Europe's largest telescope

Health

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

Eddie Curtis from SOS Daisy Hill speaks to crowds in Newry on Sunday about the closure of maternity services. NM264370

Trust still moving maternity services - mothers face two hour drive

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

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

Anyone guilty of trying to change or suppress someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity could be jailed under Eóin Tennyson's proposals.

Questions raised on conversion therapy legal advice given to MLAs in private

Opinion

News Letter

Remembrance is asked for but it is not demanded

Morning View

Editorial: NI punches above its weight in sport

Morning View

Parking Ulster’s community spirit for a small profit

As parents, we try to offer advice to our children to stop them getting hurt, but it’s mostly useless

Jackie McGregor: The book that brought my mother's voice back

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The Cricut machine is so much more than a crafting gadget

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