Lifestyle

CarMoney NI is run by husband-and-wife team Lyndsey and Richard Kerr, who have 45 years of motor trade experience between them

Belfast couple launches motor finance business to support NI dealers

11 Strandview Drive, Portstewart, BT55 7LN, is on the market for offers over £595,000 with Armstrong Gordon.

Property of the week: bungalow in one of north coast's most sought after areas

John Keane and Sandy Keane of the Ardmore Group, Rosie Pierce and Julian Vogel of Modus

NI PR group expands into London with major agency acquisition

Owners and managers of almost 180 reservoirs across Northern Ireland could face criminal prosecution, including prison sentences, under legislation being considered at Stormont today.

Reservoir owners could face jail if they breach new regulations

Pay-as-you-go 'superloos' like this one on Belfast's Custom House Square are out of order across the city, council reports state. Photo: Iain Gray/News Letter

Belfast toilet trouble: Spending a penny to cost £100k

Boots has completed a major refresh of its Londonderry Foyleside store, introducing an enhanced beauty, wellness and healthcare offering

Boots unveils major beauty and wellness revamp at NI shopping centre

Dobbies Garden Centre in Lisburn has unveiled a new-look restaurant and coffee shop in time for Christmas, following a refurbishment designed to bring the garden indoors

Dobbies gives NI restaurant and coffee shop a new look following Antrim closure

Leading professional tour guiding body Tour Guides NI (TGNI) is celebrating its 10th birthday this month with the announcement of Declan Lawn, co-creator of BBC TV drama Blue Lights, as its first Honorary President. Welcoming Declan to the organisation is Tour Guides NI chairman Donal Kelly and TGNI secretary Christine Donnelly

'Essential role': Blue Lights star shines light on NI tour guiding milestone

Northern Ireland construction company Gilbert-Ash has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to sustainability after winning the Environmental Impact Award at the prestigious Building Awards 2026

NI construction firm wins top UK award for environmental commitment

Homes & Gardens

Mrs Hinch uses this clothes airer to help dry her laundry indoors.

This is the clothes airer Mrs Hinch told fans she 'fell in love with'
This clothes airer that has become a firm favourite in Mrs Hinch’s home, and it will prove useful now laundry must be dried inside.
Rochelle Barrand

Stacey Solomon has described the Shark PowerDetect Transformer PowerTrio System as her “vacuum of dreams” – and now shoppers can save big on the same model in the Black Friday sale.

Stacey Solomon's favourite Shark vacuum is £150 cheaper plus free gift

Sam Sayers of S & DS Construction and Cathal Brannigan of Alskea, regional winners at the 2026 NHBC Pride in the Job Awards, which recognise excellence in house building

NI’s best site managers win ‘Oscars’ for high quality house building

Pagazzi's Bixby pendant light combines amber ribbed glass with brushed bronze detailing for an elegant finishing touch.

I transformed my hallway with Pagazzi lighting, now 15% off

6 Heathmount Hall, Heathmount, Portstewart, BT55 7RA, is on the market for offers around £1,250,000 with Norman Devlin Estate Agents.

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK: Luxury penthouse Portstewart apartment with the WOW factor

John Minnis, founder of John Minnis, Stephen McClean, director and Emma McNeill, director

'We’re ambitious about the future': NI estate agent to open sixth office

This stunning property is on the market priced at offers around £650,000

Modern family living and timeless elegance combine in this gorgeous Lisburn home

Pets

Knowing when to look into providing supplements is crucial - and they're cheaper than you might think

The small changes that could explain why your dog is slowing down
Hesitating on stairs or taking longer to get up can be worth a vet conversation, while YuMOVE’s introductory offer halves the cost of starting a subscription
Gareth Butterfield

YuMove's special offers make it more affordable to support your furry friend

Pet joint support: 50% off your first two subscription months

Knowing when to look into providing supplements is crucial - and they're cheaper than you might think

The small changes in your dog’s routine worth a closer look

Mars is expanding its 2026 Global Adoption Weekend to over 30 countries

Ad Feature Study reveals uncertainty about pets' backgrounds deters adopters

Pet’s roaming antics haven’t gone unnoticed by their owners

Cambridge named the UK's 'cheating cat' capital for feline wanderers

Food & Drink

Long Meadow family, left Pat McKeever, Alana, Catherine and Peter

NI artisans aiming for all-Ireland glory in influential food awards
Local artisans, hotels, restaurants and hospitality businesses have been shortlisted for the influential Good Food Ireland Awards 2026, which celebrate their 20th anniversary this year
Sam Butler

Tommy Doherty, business manager, Bank of Ireland with Colin and Louise Johnston, Benedicts and Gavin North, senior business manager, Bank of Ireland

'Retaining all that makes it special': NI hotel and restaurant sold for £5.25m

Pizza chain Papa Johns is creating 20 jobs with the opening of a new restaurant in Bangor as it continues to expand its presence across Northern Ireland

'It's an exciting time': Pizza chain expands in NI with new Co Down restaurant

Tempting Christmas gift collections from Cartwright & Butler and Prestige Hampers, packed with festive treats, sweet indulgences and savoury favourites.

Luxury Christmas hampers packed with festive surprises

Donal MacLynn is the innovator behind Mara, the new Sparkling Sea Moss Tea: Mara brings a healthy and delicious taste to the drinks sector

Newry innovator brews up a new idea with sea moss drink

The team behind the new UK deals for Two Stacks in Newry are Shane McCarthy, Liam Brogan and Donal McLynn, now also the innovator behind the recently launched Mara Sea Moss beverage

NI whiskey maker takes ‘Dram in a Can’ nationwide across Tesco GB

Leading food-to-go businesses from across Northern Ireland have been shortlisted for the 2026 Northern Ireland Food to Go Awards, recognising the talent, quality and innovation shaping the industry across the region

NI’s top food-to-go businesses shortlisted for 2026 awards

Travel & Staycation

Belfast man Adam Bushby, left, embraces his father Karl at a special reception in Hull last week.

Belfast man: ‘My hero dad took 28 years to walk back home from Chile’

Ryanair passengers are being warned about a new airport rule coming into force on November 10.

Ryanair passengers warned as new airport rule starts tomorrow

Disney World is a dream holiday destination for families

Mum saves £500 on Orlando attractions tickets with Black Friday deal

Retro

The Heritage Room at the Harbour Office, Belfast Harbour

Harbour looks to the future while marking its past after significant investment

A solemn salute at Sunday's Remembrance service in the grounds of Belfast City Hall. Photo: Pacemaker Belfast

'One of the biggest crowds in years' as Belfast solemnly pays tribute to fallen

The News Letter reports the death of Czar Nicholas of Russia at the start of March 1855. Picture: News Letter archives

‘The Disastrous Campaign in Crimea’ and sudden death of the Czar (January 1855)

Cars and Motoring

Family-run Shelbourne Motors was among the standout winners at the Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards 2026, taking home the Dealer Group and EV Dealer titles, while founder Fred Ward received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award

NI family-run motor group leads awards as founder receives lifetime honour

Our Fiat 600 Petrol La Prima has arrived for a three-month test, priced at £28,045 in rather fetching Sky Blue Bi-Colour

Fiat 600 Petrol Manual Long-term test: Report 1 , first impressions Gareth Butterfield

One vehicle previously seized by police. The PSNI has seized over 2,200 uninsured vehicles from Northern Ireland roads this year.

PSNI seize 2,200 uninsured vehicles – many innocently uninsured

The Geely EX5 starts at £31,990, with generous equipment and plenty of room for the family

Geely EX5 review: A lavish electric family SUV at a keen price

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Nurosym can help you get a better night's sleep

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OPI's Funny Bunny nail polish is a celebrity-loved shade associated with Hailey Bieber's signature milky-white manicure, and now it’s on sale for Black Friday.

Hailey Bieber's go-to OPI nail polish gets a Black Friday discount

Stewart Holden at Bob Stewart's

Countdown Champion Stewart Holden Celebrates Ten Years As Quizmaster

The Euromillions draws tonight, and it’s incredibly cheap to have 500 goes

EuroMillions £118m rollover jackpot - how to get 500 entries for £9

More Lifestyle

Fusion Antibodies secures a £45,000-plus antibody engineering project, using its proprietary RAMP technology for an established pharmaceutical client. Credit Fusion Antibodies

Belfast biotech firm secures £45,000 project with global pharmaceutical company

Dr Richard Morrison, owner of Morrison Dental and Fifteen Dental and Maura O’Leary, senior bank manager at Danske Bank

NI dentist strengthens his bite in County Down with second practice acquisition

Pictured following the announcement of the acquisition of Haworth McCall by AM Consulting Engineers are Aidan McCarthy, MD of AM Consulting Engineers, Chris Chapman, technical director, Geotech, AMCE, Des McCall, partner and MD of Haworth McCall, Paul McGreevy, director, Structures, AMCE and Sarah McCarthy, director, operations, AMCE

NI engineering firm contiunes UK expansion with second acquisition in under year

Irish family-owned skincare brand unveils festive gift sets for sensitive skin

Northern Ireland transport and logistics firm Crossland has been acquired by specialist event logistics provider KB Event in its first deal since securing investment from H2 Equity Partners

NI transport firm snapped up in first acquisition by event logistics group

London precision engineering and manufacturing business Corvero has acquired a Northern Ireland-based aerospace specialist Datum Design, whose partners include Airbus, Boeing and GKN. The Belfast firm was founded 30 years ago by Michael Maguire and John Getty

'Exciting next step': NI engineering firm snapped up in latest UK aerospace deal

Founded by Ulster University alumnus and CEO Dr Alan Kennedy, PulseAI's proprietary deep learning technology for advanced ECG analysis was developed in collaboration with research expertise from within the University

NI AI firm secures US approval for life-saving heart-monitoring technology

As COP31 gets underway in Turkey, Belfast’s RE[act] Festival is bringing the global conversation closer to home, inviting people across the city to explore what a more sustainable Belfast could look like. Pictured is Chris McCracken, LQ BID, Heather Henry-Wilson, SONI and Gavin Kelly, NI Screen

Belfast festival brings global COP31 climate debate closer to home

Mini Ville, an imaginative role-play village designed to encourage children to learn through play, opened three years ago and has since expanded its offering to include private hire, birthday parties, tutoring and a nursery

Carrickfergus play centre celebrates three years of growth

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