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With a backdrop of stunning views over counties Antrim and Down, a simple wooden cross draped in a traditional purple Lenten sheet tells parishioners of St Joseph's Hannahstown that ashes will be delivered via 'drive thru' on Ash Wednesday.

SINN Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald says she will not attend St Patrick’s Day events at the White House this year.

AS I write this column the future of Keir Starmer as British Prime Minister is a topic of conversation because of his mishandling of the Peter Mandelson affair. I know nothing about the ongoing scandal around Jeffrey Epstein other than what I read or see in the media. But the evidence of his serial abuse of young women going back many years is plain to see. My heart goes out to the victims and survivors of this despicable cabal.

DÚLRA has no doubt which Belfast area is tops for nature. It’s got to be Poleglass – and this week he got further proof of it.

WHITE bread is not inherently bad or toxic, despite the fact that increasing numbers of consumers view it with suspicion and doubt.

THE Belfast Trust is investigating the death of a man who died two months after he was given incorrect blood.

DETECTIVES are investigating the sudden death of a man in the Cromwell Road area of South Belfast on Wednesday.

THE annual 4 Corners Festival concluded its vibrant run across the city with events that captured hearts and stirred minds, all under this year’s unifying theme of 'Journey'.

THE Governing Body of Belfast Metropolitan College has appointed Damian Duffy as its new Principal and Chief Executive.

A NEW approach by the PSNI in tackling public displays of paramilitary flags and emblems has been welcomed.

THE price of petrol at forecourt fuel pumps in the North reached its lowest level since May 2021 this week.

WEST Belfast MLA Danny Baker has said social media companies must step up and protect young people online.

A NEW special commemorative programme has been launched at Áras Uí Chonghaile, the James Connolly Visitor Centre on the Falls Road, to mark the 110th anniversary of the Easter Rising.

THE countdown to the annual SPAR Craic 10k on St Patrick's Day is well and truly on and we are delighted to have Queen's University Belfast on board as sponsor once again.

CATHERINE Connolly is undoubtedly a breath of fresh air to the Irish Presidency. Her daily lessons in how quiet respect can be more lasting, effective and powerful in a world dominated by the exact opposite qualities is something we can all be very proud of.