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Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:19:38 GMTOrangemen and residents both back in court over Drumcree dispute
It follows a decision on Friday by the Secretary of State, Sir Chris Bryant, to ban the march, after receiving police advice.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:09:00 GMTCampaigners claim minister attempting to undermine 'Holiday Hunger Bill'
The education minister has warned it would immediately cost his department £20m a year at a time when it is already struggling to balance its budget.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:35:45 GMTSinn Féin ministers facing no-confidence vote after Drumcree dispute
The motion against Michelle O'Neill and three other Sinn Féin ministers will be debated after receiving the backing of unionist parties last week.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:33:24 GMTStormont 'failing to plan' for ageing population
Politicians are urged to prepare as over-65s are projected to outnumber children in NI by next year.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:26:03 GMTGenetic testing aims to breed healthier cows and cut farming emissions
The £16.6m scheme is designed to analyse the genetic make-up of every cow in Northern Ireland.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 10:43:17 GMTIt's within DUP's gift to remove O'Neill as first minister, says Lockhart
Carla Lockhart says unionist voters are angry at Michelle O'Neill over her role in the Garvaghy Road protests.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:29:34 GMTMasked men throw petrol bombs at police car
The officers were patrolling the Ballycolman Estate in Strabane shortly after 17:00 BST when the attack happened.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:43:12 GMT'It shows you there is hope': Football coach on anorexia recovery journey
Jordan Caldwell, who once struggled to see a future beyond anorexia, says bodybuilding gave him a new purpose in life.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:17:17 GMTFour key takeaways from the Drumcree dispute so far
BBC News NI's Political Editor Enda McClafferty assesses the fallout from the Drumcree dispute so far.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:16:13 GMTJudge says legal appeal on Drumcree parade ban not an 'emergency' case
The Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant banned the contentious Orange Order parade at Drumcree saying the decision "was in the best interests of peace".
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:59:41 GMT'Don't stop swinging' - Clonduff end 26-year wait for Down title
Clonduff end a 26-year wait for the Down SFC title with a 1-14 to 1-10 victory over Burren at Pairc Esler.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:21:28 GMTDrumcree parade ban was in 'best interests of peace', says Bryant
The decision followed a warning from the chief constable that allowing the procession to go ahead could lead to serious injury, disorder and wider unrest across Northern Ireland.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:49:05 GMTNI secretary intervenes to ban Drumcree parade
The parade has led to a stand-off between Orangemen and nationalist residents of the Garvaghy Road in Portadown lasting almost two weeks.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:30:59 GMTPolice chief asks secretary of state to review Drumcree determination
It is the 13th day of deadlock between residents of the mainly nationalist Garvaghy Road and the local district lodge of the Orange Order.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:00:54 GMTDrumcree dispute could lead to issues with other marches, say residents
There have been 11 days of deadlock between Garvaghy Road residents and the local Orange Order over the proposed march in Portadown, County Armagh.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:49:27 GMTFirst minister to face no-confidence vote over Drumcree row
The motion comes amid a major political row over a planned Orange Order march in Portadown.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:28:28 GMTO'Neill rejects DUP call to resign over protest
Facing questions in the Stormont assembly, O'Neill said she was "proud" to stand with the residents and "will continue to stand with them".
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:21:10 GMTAppeal court reserves judgement on parade row
The deadlock over the Orange Order march in Portadown - opposed by residents of the Garvaghy Road - has lasted since last Sunday morning.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:58:56 GMTWhat is the Garvaghy Road dispute all about?
Why is Drumcree making the headlines again nearly three decades on from the start of the dispute?
Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:25:44 GMTKneecap visit Garvaghy Road to support residents
Protesters have remained on the Garvaghy Road since last Sunday as the fallout over the proposed Portadown District Orange Lodge march continues.
Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:24:09 GMTAn uneasy peace: How the parade row unfolded
Sometimes in Northern Ireland, the definition of success is "nobody got hurt," writes BBC News NI's community correspondent.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:53:20 GMTMarching row goes to heart of divisions in NI
The dispute over the controversial parade is a reminder that the peace process is not over.
Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:45:58 GMTPolicing operation has cost £3m so far, says Boutcher
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher warns of the consequences and cost "if they get it wrong".
Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:15:50 GMTHuge crowds turn out in support of Garvaghy Road residents
The Police Service of Northern Ireland said anyone found to have blocked the Garvaghy Road will be treated as participating in an "illegal protest".
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:15:22 GMTParading, policing and power sharing collide in Drumcree row
Divisions that had been dormant over Drumcree have flowed angrily again between Stormont parties.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:47:03 GMTA-grade on the asphalt: World champion racer, 12, drives circles around rivals
Standing on the podium in Spain, non-alcoholic champagne fizzing everywhere, Millar said he felt one step closer to achieving his dream of becoming a professional driver.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:48:42 GMTThe Armagh apples connecting a rural community
Macha's Orchard is a social enterprise producing apple juice and a unique powder supplement.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:40:41 GMTSupermodel Coco Rocha has 'full circle moment' at Ireland Fashion Week
The Canadian model was first discovered at an Irish dancing competition as a teenager.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:34:01 GMTLucy's Law: A real bite on NI's illegal puppy trade or a toothless attack?
If introduced as planned, the legislation would put Northern Ireland on par the rest of the UK by making third-party puppy and kitten sales illegal.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:41:27 GMTBBC Newsline signed summary
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Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:28:55 GMTSilverware trumps Europe for Derry City's Duffy
Derry City captain Michael Duffy says winning a trophy takes priority over qualification for Europe as he scores both goals in the Candystripes' FAI Cup semi-final win over Galway United.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:35:25 GMTSchool forced to close due to 38 water leaks in roof
The school, which is expected to re-open on Monday, says ongoing roof work left many areas exposed.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:20:37 GMTDerry firm becomes one of UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP
The Martin Group has become one of the UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP out of administration.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:39:33 GMTDerry Halloween festival goers snap up 40th anniversary tickets
For the first time in the 40 years of the Halloween festival in Derry, a ticket will be needed for part of the city centre.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:53:53 GMTTrust 'committed to improving facilities' with £2.5m investment in Altnagelvin ED
The trust said it continued to work towards a longer-term goal of securing a new purpose-built Emergency Department.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:31:10 GMTKimmins orders officials to 'get on with job' of A5 upgrade after court ruling
Appeal court judges overturn a decision that blocked work starting on one of NI's biggest road projects.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:57:08 GMTPlans for derelict leisure centre site could create 100 jobs
The former Lisnagelvin leisure centre in Derry, which opened in the 1980s, has been vacant since it closed in 2015.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:09:59 GMT'I will decide when I retire' - McClean hits out at Derry treatment
Derry City player James McClean hits out at his treatment by Derry City amid an ongoing contract dispute with the club.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:42:35 GMTPriest pleads guilty to 109 sex offences
Edward Gallagher will be sentenced in December after pleading guilty to 109 sex offences.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:03:45 GMTOmagh bombing forensic investigation was 'efficient', inquiry hears
Twenty-nine people, including a woman pregnant with twins, died when the bomb tore through Omagh town centre.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:00:06 GMTChildren escape injury in two separate shootings
Two separate shootings in Coleraine are being treated as attempted murder by the PSNI.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:33:53 GMTMichael Flatley says 'heart is broken' after death of wife, Niamh O'Brien
She was a renowned Irish dancer who performed the lead role of Saoirse in the Lord of the Dance.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:30:06 GMTIrish budget tackles childcare and energy costs
The threshold at which people start paying the higher income tax rate is also expected to increase.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:42:17 GMTUefa investigating Republic of Ireland-Israel row after spitting accusation
Uefa has confirms it is investigating the half-time incident during Sunday's Nations League game between Republic of Ireland and Israel following an accusation of spitting.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:24:41 GMTBelfast solicitor to represent suspected mob boss Daniel Kinahan
During the first court appearance last August, Kinahan did not have any legal representation.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:27:32 GMTTeachers in Republic of Ireland begin industrial action
The teaching unions began work-to-rule action on Monday and there will be a full one-day strike on 14 October.
Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:58:59 GMTMore infant remains uncovered at former mother-and-baby home
Experts who are carrying out the dig at Tuam in County Galway have published their latest regular update.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe View
Mark Carruthers provides comment and expert analysis on the week's political news
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMTIn Case You Missed It
Northern Ireland is the first part of the UK to introduce graduated driver licensing.