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Amcomri Street, west Belfast. Credit: Google Maps

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Man had to drop to floor after shot fired in west Belfast

A man had to drop to the floor after a man fired a shot in a west Belfast street.

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Merkel fears ROI border stance giving Brexiteers ammunition

Merkel expressed concerns during a phone call with the Taoiseach last month.

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Adams denies he ordered IRA killing of Co Louth farmer

Adams denied he ordered the killing of farmer Tom Oliver by the IRA in 1991.

DUP Deputy Leader Nigel Dodds pictured at the Annual Spring conference held at the Silverbirch Hotel in Omagh .
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No Brexit deal is better than bad deal, Dodds tells conference

No Brexit deal is better than a bad deal, a leading Democratic Unionist MP has said.

The incident happened on the Ormeau Road in south Belfast. Credit: Google Maps

Prescription drugs stolen during Ormeau Road pharmacy burglary

A SDLP representative said he witnessed the burglary while out canvassing in south Belfast.

The damage at Glendale Service Station, Killyclogher Road, outside Omagh, where an ATM was stolen in the early hours of Friday

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Police recover stolen cash machine in Co Tyrone

A cash machine that was stolen by thieves using a digger has been recovered by police.

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Wells bars DUP pair from his social media sites over LGBT vote

Jim Wells has blocked two DUP party colleagues on social media.

Ligoniel Road in north Belfast. Credit: Google Maps

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Masked men assault two people during aggravated burglary

A man has been arrested for aggravated burglar after the incident in north Belfast.

Paul Oldham suffered from various mental health issues

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Tributes paid to Banbridge man who took own life

His father said he has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

It’s a knockout: Ballymena United ace James Knowles and Linfield skipper Jamie Mulgrew hope to get their hands on the BetMcLean League Cup tonight

Live League Cup final LIVE: Team news and updates as Linfield face Ballymena United at Windsor Park

Linfield and Ballymena United go head to head this evening in the Bet McLean League Cup final. We'll keep you up to date right here on our live blog.

Ruby Murray’s son and daughter Tim and Julie Burgess at the unveiling of the blue plaque

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Ruby Murray honoured with a blue plaque in Belfast

The singer was honoured by a prestigious Ulster History Circle Blue Plaque.

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Board seeks report on PSNI's failure on Sean Graham killings

The Policing Board has asked the Chief Constable for a full report.

Peacefield in Portadown was once gifted to a French officer by William of Orange

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NI mansion once gifted by William of Orange on sale

A mansion gifted to a French officer by William of Orange has been listed for sale.

Bill Wolsey, the owner of The Merchant Hotel, Bullitt Hotel and pizza chain Little Wing, announced last year that he would open a £4m, 50-bed hotel in Lisburn Square this summer

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Developer sought for second hotel planned for heart of Lisburn

Council seeking investor to open new hotel on a former car park.

In Focus: Brexit

Alex Kane: Unionists don't need to panic about the border... however, they do need to be prepared

A poll on Irish unity is not inevitable and the chances of it happening will recede in the event of a soft Brexit - but it is now more likely than not, writes Alex Kane

A discussion panel at the Beyond Brexit: The Future of Ireland conference at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast on January 26

Alban Maginness: Corbyn's five-point plan is Trojan horse to cause fatal split in Tories

It's a long shot, but we have to hope goodwill prevails in final analysis

Eilis O'Hanlon: Britsplaining: (noun) belief that any London-based commentator automatically knows more about Northern Ireland than someone who actually lives here ever could

Ruth Dudley Edwards: Lord Trimble's challenge will hopefully throw a legal spanner in the works of backstop plan

Opinion: Eilis O'Hanlon: Going to Hell in a handcart - inflammatory rhetoric an unforgivable lapse

Arlene Foster: Now is the time for cool heads and pragmatism ... then we can reach a deal

Michelle O'Neill: It is not the backstop that May needs to ditch, it is the wreckers of the DUP

Suzanne Breen: All that unites our political leaders is that none have much faith in Mrs May

Opinion: Ed Curran: Still time to save island of Ireland from utter madness of no-deal Brexit

New Year New You? To completely up your lifestyle goals you need to work your mind,...

Physical and mental wellbeing are paramount to a healthy and happy lifestyle but did you know you can boost your #bestlife game by getting your financial matters in check too?

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Activists with the Time For Truth campaign canvassed the Ormeau Road in south Belfast for mechanisms to deal with Northern Ireland’s troubled past (PA)

Demonstrations across Belfast call for Troubles legacy to be addressed

Campaigners calling for funding to help families bereaved in Northern Ireland’s troubled past to get the truth have taken to the streets of Belfast.

Northern Ireland traffic alerts: Live updates

Follow the latest updates from our travel feed below.

Shelby’s is still finding its feet but is already impressive

Shelby's: This Holywood nod to US street food has star quality

Holywood is a charming seaside town cut off from the sea by a four-lane bypass and the railway line.

Dad gave BBC's Stephen Watson in need of kidney

Stephen Watson received organ donation from dad almost 30 years ago.

Ulster Rugby Round Up podcast S2E26

The Ulster Rugby Round Up has provincial and international duty to consider this week.

Mortgage prep for beginners: 5 things to bring to your first mortgage meeting

So, you’ve finally taken the leap and decided to purchase your first home. You may even have had an offer accepted on a house – congratulations!

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Peter Corry laments 'arrogant, selfish and petulant' politicians

Belfast singer Peter Corry has slammed "arrogant, selfish and petulant" politicians amid the stalemate at Stormont and the chaos surrounding the Brexit negotiations.