People in Kilrea welcome the reopening of a bridge into the village but say they fear it will not last.

Dundalk Chamber of Commerce said most cross border shopping is now for a day out rather than the expectation of making large savings.

A 33-year-old comedian from Londonderry is preparing for his third Christmas substance-free.

A scheme from the council is turning abandoned buildings into vibrant hubs in the Belfast city boundary.

It is the second shooting in as many days to take place in the area, as police link attacks.