Conor McParland

Conor McParland joined Belfast Media in the summer of 2014 working as a freelance journalist at the sportsdesk and later the Andersonstown News as a reporter. Since May 2016, he works as a news journalist for the North Belfast News and contributes weekly to both the Andersonstown News and South Belfast News.

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History beckons as new Kneecap album set to top the UK charts

IRISH language rappers Kneecap could be set to make history with the first ever Irish language album to top the UK Album Charts.

Mixed reaction from Celtic fans as club reveal new home shirt

CELTIC fans have voiced mixed reaction after the club unveiled their home shirt for next season.

Annual Darkness into Light Hannahstown to take place on Saturday morning

THE annual Darkness into Light at Hannahstown will take place on Saturday, starting at 4.15am.

'The lowest point in my time as a politician': MLA hits out at PSNI over Stewartstown Road scenes

WEST Belfast MLA Danny Baker has described scenes in the Colin area on Monday night as the "lowest point" in his time as a political representative.

Colin community angry and frustrated following 'disgraceful' scenes on Stewartstown Road

Sinn Féin MLA Danny Baker has hit out at those who travelled to the Colin area of west Belfast on Monday night and caused ‘chaos’.

Lenadoon meeting focuses on making more use of Colin Glen

REPRESENTATIVES of Lenadoon Community Forum and Glen Community Parent / Youth Group held a very positive meeting with the new Operations Manager at Colin Glen Trust, Jamie Fee.

Athlete turned journalist, John sets out his personal journey in new book

A TALENTED athlete who became a sports journalist and broadcaster is set to launch his eighth book in the Culturlann next month.

Unique programme enhances West Belfast's green spaces

THERE was a combination of joy and sadness in the Falls Park last Wednesday following the end of a special Peace Plus Community Empowerment Programme.

Ladybrook native Mark helping to build connections between Canada and Ireland

A LADYBROOK native who now heads up connections between Ireland and Canada believes links between the two countries are as important as ever.

St Anne's PS to mark 70th anniversary with 70 runners entered for Belfast Marathon

ST Anne's Primary School are marking their 70th anniversary this year with a huge 70 runners set to take part in Sunday's Belfast Marathon.

LISTEN: Brendy Quinn releases new song based on well-known Bible passage on love

A NORTH Belfast singer-songwriter has released a new single based on a famous chapter in the bible.

Springhill/Westrock massacre families' relief and emotion after Thursday's ruling

FAMILIES of those killed in the Springhill/Westrock massacre have spoke of their emotion and relief after a judge ruled yesterday that their loved ones were innocent.

WATCH: Protest held in support of evicted West Belfast family – 'This was our family home'

A COMMUNITY protest has taken place outside the home of a West Belfast family evicted from it three days ago.

Chief Constable visits St Colm’s High School in Twinbrook

THE Chief Constable of the PSNI visited St Colm’s High School in West Belfast recently to speak to pupils about its new health and wellbeing project which is being supported by the proceeds of crime fund.

St Gerard's Special School set for marathon effort

ST Gerard's Special School on Blacks Road is preparing for a marathon effort this Sunday with 55 members of the school community taking part in the annual 26.2 mile event.

Soccer: Reds enjoy back-to-back wins after victory at Ports

Gaelic Games: Lámh Dhearg host Senior Awards night at Beechlawns

CELTIC STORIES: German pints and derby drama in what may be a season-defining week for the Hoops

Soccer: Cliftonville earn huge win over title chasing Linfield

Trócaire condemns acts of war in the Middle East

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: DUP: Why the hell didn’t the Chucks come with us?

SQUINTER: I'm back in Dougie’s good books

DÚLRA: Five-star peregrines look down on us from above

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