🚨 PSNI statement “Motorists are advised that Storm Boelo has led to road closures throughout Northern Ireland due to fallen trees. We would particularly draw your attention to closures on the Ballyrobin Road - both lanes currently impassable just after the junction with Seven Mile Straight– which may affect journeys to Belfast International Airport; and on the Glenshane Road, around half a mile from Castledawson roundabout, Derry bound. Please continue to exercise caution while driving. If travel is essential, leave extra time for your journey and increase your stopping distance from the car in front.”

Coleraine hit five at Crusaders and Annagh United beat Queen’s 5–1 ⚽ Linfield, Larne and Cliftonville also won away in the Premiership. All the weekend’s scores from the Premiership and Championship: belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #NIFL #IrishLeague #Belfast

Four tries, but defeat for Ulster in Pretoria. Chay Mullins scored twice as Ulster fought back against the Bulls, before a late penalty sealed a 34–26 home win and denied the visitors a second bonus point. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #UlsterRugby #URC

🚨 Motorists are advised that a fallen tree is blocking a lane of the M1 on-slip at Blacks Road. Delays are to be expected in the area until the tree has been removed. Please drive carefully.

🚗 A1 BANBRIDGE TRAFFIC UPDATE Police reported the A1 northbound closed at Banbridge following a collision this afternoon. Traffic was being diverted via Dromore Road. Check TrafficWatchNI for the latest position before travelling. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #Banbridge #A1 #TrafficNI #NorthernIreland

🚨 WOMAN DIES FOLLOWING AGHAGALLON COLLISION A woman in her sixties has died following a collision involving a pedestrian and a car on Lurgan Road. Police have arrested a 34-year-old man and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. The incident occurred at approximately 2.50pm on Friday. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #Aghagallon #NorthernIreland #PSNI #RoadSafety

🚪 BEWARE OF BOGUS CALLERS NI Water is urging householders to stay alert as the evenings get darker. Always check identification before allowing unexpected utility callers into your home. ☎️ Use the police Quick Check service on 101 if you're unsure. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #NorthernIreland #NIWater #HomeSafety

🏙️ £900,000 FOR TOWN-CENTRE IMPROVEMENTS Bangor, Newtownards, Holywood, Comber and Donaghadee are set to benefit from new investment in public spaces. Plans include paving, lighting, street furniture, planting and CCTV improvements. Work is expected to finish in 2028. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #NorthDown #Bangor #Holywood #NorthernIreland

🚨 POLICE VEHICLES DAMAGED IN DERRY Two PSNI vehicles were damaged after officers came under attack during public disorder in Creevagh Heights on Friday evening. Police reported stones and bottles being thrown, with some youths allegedly carrying weapons and fireworks. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #Derry #PSNI #NorthernIreland

💳 5,000 BELFAST WORKERS SIGN UP! The Linen Quarter's Linen Live Reward Scheme has reached 5,000 members just four months after launching. With 40 offers now available, the free scheme is helping workers save money while supporting local businesses. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #Belfast #LinenQuarter #BelfastBusiness

🚨 WEST BELFAST POLICE SEARCH A 3D printer and other items have been seized during a PSNI Paramilitary Crime Task Force operation in west Belfast. The items will undergo forensic examination as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Read more 👇 belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #WestBelfast #PSNI #Belfast

Northern Ireland is planning a new employment right providing 10 days of paid Safe Leave annually for victims and survivors of domestic abuse. The entitlement would apply from day one of employment, cover eligible part-time workers and protect privacy. Expected April 2027, subject to legislation. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #NorthernIreland #EmploymentRights #DomesticAbuse

🚨 RECORD £10M COCAINE SEIZURE An Armagh man has been sentenced to six years following the PSNI's largest-ever cocaine seizure. Ciaran McBride, 41, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply after drugs were discovered concealed inside a lorry in Jonesborough. Full story 👇 belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #Armagh #PSNI #NorthernIreland #Crime #Cocaine #Drugs

🚨 DUNMURRY BURGLARY APPEAL Police are appealing for witnesses after a home in Corrina Park was ransacked and cash stolen on Thursday evening. A man wearing dark clothing was reportedly seen in connection with the incident. Anyone with information should contact the PSNI on 101, quoting 1675 of 22/10/26. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #Dunmurry #Belfast #PSNI

Friday’s Northern Ireland Open results and Saturday’s semi-final preview, with Wilson facing Craigie and Williams meeting Jones. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #NIOpen #Snooker #Belfast

⚠️ STORM BOELO: MAJOR DISRUPTION ACROSS NI 🚢 Multiple Belfast–Cairnryan and Liverpool ferry sailings cancelled ⚽ Glentoran v Cliftonville Women's Challenge Cup Final postponed until Tuesday ❌ Institute v Dundela also postponed 🎃 Halloween events cancelled or rearranged 🌬️ Amber wind warning in place overnight, now ending at 10am Sunday Full details 👇 belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/24… #StormBoelo #Belfast #NorthernIreland #StenaLine #NIFL

⚽ A busy football weekend ahead: Premiership and Championship action, plus Glentoran Women v Cliftonville Ladies at Windsor Park. Storm Boelo could affect the programme — check club updates before travelling. belfastdesk.co.uk/2026/10/23… #NIFL #IrishLeague #WomensFootball