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Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @jamesgould23 @garethmccull @northernireland @hannahpattj @moneillsf @sinnfeinireland @littlepengelly @duponline @uuponline @taragriff @ulsterrugby @allianceparty @chelsiekealey @mcilroyrory @naomilong @sdlplive @gordonlyons1 @grobinsondup @maryloumcdonald @tuvonline
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"Tesco says it'll hand back 585million to the government. The supermarket giant says it doesn't need the money it saved from a business rates holiday designed to help struggling retailers"
X Link 2020-12-02T21:07Z 15.5K followers, [--] engagements
"⛳ @tommckibbin8 makes his way off the 1st tee at @GalgormGolf for his opening round at the @World_Inv_Golf Hes out with defending champion Ewen Ferguson and Victor Perez"
X Link 2023-08-17T12:13Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Party to gather for crunch meeting on Monday read more here 👇 https://planetradio.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dup-executive-to-meet-sir-jeffrey-donaldson-on-monday/ https://planetradio.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dup-executive-to-meet-sir-jeffrey-donaldson-on-monday/ https://planetradio.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dup-executive-to-meet-sir-jeffrey-donaldson-on-monday/ https://planetradio.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dup-executive-to-meet-sir-jeffrey-donaldson-on-monday/"
X Link 2024-01-27T10:13Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣🚨NEW: @TUVonline Leader @JimAllister speaks to our Political Reporter @jamesgould23 ahead of the General Election on 4th July. - Party meeting around candidates tonight list expected early next week - How does partnership with @reformparty_uk look like now - Election timing"
X Link 2024-05-24T16:46Z 15K followers, 11.9K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: Mick Lynch addreses pro-immigration rally in Belfast. The Union leader is cheered and applauded. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 is there"
X Link 2024-08-03T11:44Z 15.5K followers, 121.8K engagements
"🗣Between the sales and the waste weve lost over [-----]. 💨Were hearing challenges remain a week on from #StormEowyn. 📍Convenience store owner in Darragh Cross spoke to our reporter @hannahpattJ after power was restored to her shop. ⚡Caroline Smyth says its been tough"
X Link 2025-01-31T14:40Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣Everyones been putting in serious hours this week to make sure we do the best for people in NI. ⚡💨Weve been hearing the latest from @NIElectricity a week on since #StormEowyn hit the country. 🎙Future Networks Director Ronan McKeown spoke to our reporter @hannahpattJ :"
X Link 2025-01-31T15:02Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣Weve seen a community effort that we havent seen since Covid. ⚡💨Were hearing communities are still feeling the punch of #Stormowyn especially in rural areas. 🎙Our reporter @hannahpattJ spoke to Kate Clifford from @RuralCommNet :"
X Link 2025-01-31T15:22Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"💔🥊Death of boxing star John Cooney: "Complete devastation. He died following his passion." 🟢Irish boxer John Cooney died a week after his Celtic super-featherweight title fight at the Ulster Hall in Belfast. ❗Cooney [--] was stopped in the ninth round of his fight against Welshman Nathan Howells on February [--] and was taken to hospital. ❗He underwent surgery on a brain bleed and was admitted to intensive care. 🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 spoke to friend and promoter @MARKHDUNLOP from MHD Promotions. 🗣He says it's important everyone remembers John's family over the next while. 📍A book of"
X Link 2025-02-10T14:26Z 15K followers, [----] engagements
"❗🗣'Unpaid carers need more than a clap and a thank you.' 📝@pb4p MLA @GerryCarrollPBP brings forward a Motion calling on greater support for unpaid carers and to introduce a carers allowance supplement scheme. 📻He tells Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that carers feel "left behind.""
X Link 2025-02-10T15:29Z 15K followers, [----] engagements
"🏟🚨NEW: GAA President says Casement Park can be built for "around [---] million." 🎤📻Speaking to Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 GAA President Jarlath Burns says it is important he gets "consensus on the importance" of building Casement Park. He is asked about his relationship with Communities Minister Gordon Lyons. 🗣Mr Burns says we should "all be disappointed the EUROs didn't come to Belfast saying he "loves soccer" and is an Arsenal fan. ❗He says he has the backing of @sinnfeinireland the @SDLPlive and @allianceparty and urges more from the "parties that are more reluctant.""
X Link 2025-02-11T15:50Z 14.9K followers, 40.3K engagements
"🎥 Its worth the [----] price tag. 🥃 Belfast bar launches new cocktail menu including [----] drink 🗣 General Manager Aaron Dugan spoke to our reporter @TaraGriff"
X Link 2025-02-12T14:16Z 15K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'The price of peace was terrorists being let out of prison. Terrorists elected to government but veterans are scrutinised in a way terrorists weren't. 🎥🎤@niveteranscomm sits down with Chief Reporter @jamesgould23. 🔵Discussing the Clonoe SAS soldier inquest ruling - says it "defies belief. The IRA set out to murder." Asked about how some may feel when he stands with soldiers in court. ❗Makes clear when soldiers break rules of engagement "they should be held accountable." ✅Also on how Labour Government can help with dealing with the past going forward and relationship with Secretary"
X Link 2025-02-12T17:08Z 14.9K followers, 12.3K engagements
"On-air and online: a man has been jailed for life in India for the murder of Donegal backpacker Danielle McLaughlin And you can read more here: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-jailed-for-life-for-murder-of-irish-backpacker-danielle-mclaughlin/ https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-jailed-for-life-for-murder-of-irish-backpacker-danielle-mclaughlin/ https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-jailed-for-life-for-murder-of-irish-backpacker-danielle-mclaughlin/"
X Link 2025-02-17T09:10Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨NEW: Soldier F Bloody Sunday murders trial likely to be listed in September. 🔴Soldier F who cannot be identified is accused of murdering James Wray and William McKinney - that's when members of the Parachute Regiment shot dead [--] civil rights protesters on the streets of Londonderry in January [----]. 🔴He is also charged with five attempted murders and has pleaded not guilty to each of the seven counts. 📍Relatives and friends were in court this morning. The case is next set to be mentioned on March [--]. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 was there for us"
X Link 2025-02-18T11:13Z 15K followers, [--] engagements
"🚨BREAKING: Sinn Fein will boycott St Patrick's Day White House events. 🚨Announcement made by President Mary Lou McDonald and First Minister Michelle O'Neill. First Minister statement: "As First Minister Ive decided not to attend the White House events this year. "The US Presidents comments on forced expulsion of the Palestinian people of Gaza cannot be ignored. "I will continue to engage with senior figures in the US for peace and economic growth. "In the future when our children and grandchildren ask us what we did while the Palestinian people endured unimaginable suffering I will say I"
X Link 2025-02-21T10:13Z 15K followers, [----] engagements
"On air this AM👋 🚨Hamas has started to hand over six more Israeli hostages to the Red Cross. 😨Women in Coleraine are being urged to report any concerns about safety to the police. ❤🩹There's been the briefest of updates on the Pope's condition. 🎙With @hannahpattJ"
X Link 2025-02-22T08:54Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"❗US visit: "I'm going because I want to promote Northern Ireland. I think Sinn Fein has taken the wrong decision. It's ironic." 🎥🎤Communities Minister @gordonlyons1 sits down with Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 as he details why he is going to America as part of the St Patrick's Day events. ⛔He says the boycott from Sinn Fein will have "no impact." 👥Mr Lyons says he will be making a series of announcements while he's over there and will be promoting NI along with deputy First Minister @little_pengelly in the States"
X Link 2025-02-24T14:07Z 15K followers, 15.3K engagements
"🗣❗NEW: 'Paramilitaries still have support in their communities'.'They are not needed. That rational no longer exists.' ✅The UK and Irish governments will explore formal engagement with paramilitary groups to bring about their disbandment. ✍The proposal was suggested by the Independent Reporting Commission. 🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 spoke to one of the top negotiators during the GFA Dr. Tim O' Connor and peace activist and former MLA Monica McWilliams"
X Link 2025-02-25T16:20Z 15K followers, [----] engagements
"'25 CHANCE Almost a dream moment for Kascie Weir on her full debut. She latches onto Simone Magill's ball through after a mistake in the visitors' defence. But her shot is excellently saved by Hodzic Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 0"
X Link 2025-02-25T19:26Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'29 CHANCE Kascie Weir goes close again as she connects with a Lauren Wade cutback from the left. But the young Glentoran forward steers her effort just wide Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 0"
X Link 2025-02-25T19:30Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'38 CHANCE Kascie Weir is certainly in the mood tonight as she goes close once again. This time she lines up a low shot from [--] yards that sees Hodzic get down low to her right to push out Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 0"
X Link 2025-02-25T19:40Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"HALF-TIME Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina [--] Northern Ireland lead through Brenna McPartlan's early header and they're unlucky not to be further ahead. Some excellent football from Tanya Oxtoby's side who have dominated the match as half has worn on"
X Link 2025-02-25T19:47Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"SECOND HALF Two changes for Northern Ireland at the break ON: Emily Wilson and Megan Bell OFF: Danielle Maxwell and Joely Andrews Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 0"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:02Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'46 GOAL And the visitors have levelled less than a minute after the restart Emina Ekic was allowed to run all of [--] yards before slotting home from inside the box Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 1"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:04Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'49 GOAL And the visitors have turned this around and now lead. A stunning strike from Marija Milinkovic from [--] yards crashes in off the post A nightmare start to the second half for Northern Ireland Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 2"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:06Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'62 CHANCE A superb turn and pass across the box by Emily Wilson is missed by Simone Magill but Ellie Mason comes racing in from the left to get a shot in. However Hodzic is equal to the effort and palms it out for a corner Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 2"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:19Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'70 SUB Northern Ireland ON: Louise McDaniel OFF: Kascie Weir Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 2"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:26Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'89 GOALLLL And Northern Ireland have levelled Simone Magill gets on the end of a diagonal ball from Ellie Mason to glance a header past the onrushing Hodzic. Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 2"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:46Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"'90+1 GOALLL Amazingly Northern Ireland look like they've won it. It's Magill again who nips in to slot home Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina 2"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:48Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"FULL-TIME Northern Ireland [--] Bosnia and Herzegovina [--] A frantic finish with two late late goals from captain Simone Magill sees Northern Ireland take all three Nations League points Match report to follow"
X Link 2025-02-25T20:52Z 15K followers, [---] engagements
"🟢⚪ @NorthernIrelands two-goal hero @SimoneMagill speaks to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull after tonights Nations League win over Bosnia and Herzegovina 🔥The @BCFCWomen striker scored in the 89th and 91st minutes to give Tanya Oxtobys side a 3-2 victory at Inver Park"
X Link 2025-02-25T21:51Z 15K followers, [----] engagements
"📍🎥Thousands line the streets of Bellaghy demanding a public inquiry into the murder of Sean Brown. Its an emotional evening in the village as Sean Browns elderly widow Bridie leads the Walk for Truth from the front travelling by car. She is followed by her family and thousands of supporters from across Ireland including members of the @officialgaa. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 is there. Mr Brown was murdered by the Loyalist Volunteer Force while locking the gates of the local GAA club in [----]. Tonights aim is to amplify calls for a public inquiry. Secretary of State Hilary Benn has said he"
X Link 2025-05-16T18:25Z 15.5K followers, 130.4K engagements
"🚒Firefighters are still at the scene of an ongoing fire in Ballycastle. Four fire appliances and one water tanker remain in the Dunamallaght Road area. The PSNI says the blaze started in an industrial yard late last night"
X Link 2025-07-31T09:51Z 15.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Police say an investigation is underway after a Shih Tzu dog was stolen during a burglary in Belfast https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dog-stolen-belfast-burglary-police https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dog-stolen-belfast-burglary-police https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dog-stolen-belfast-burglary-police https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/dog-stolen-belfast-burglary-police"
X Link 2025-08-08T11:07Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣 It was my Madison Square Gardenthats my home now 🥊 Newly-crowned World Welterweight Champion @lewiscrocker1 tells our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull he wants a return to Windsor Park to defend his title 🐊 The Sandy Row man was at Belfast City Hall at a reception hosted by @belfastcc Lord Mayor Tracey Kelly following Saturdays historic win over Paddy Donovan"
X Link 2025-09-16T12:54Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The little pup was one of six rescued by Dogs Trust Ballymena read more here 👇 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/puppy-tom-mckibbin-golf-open https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/puppy-tom-mckibbin-golf-open https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/puppy-tom-mckibbin-golf-open https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/puppy-tom-mckibbin-golf-open"
X Link 2025-09-25T11:08Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨🗣BREAKING Gaza: Israel and Hamas agreement hailed as a 'moment of profound significance.' 🎥Foreign Secretary @YvetteCooperMP talking about the deal that has been reached on the first stage of President Donald Trumps peace plan for Gaza. Speaking in Northern Ireland today at the Western Balkans Summit she said the ceasefire will allow humanitarian aid to flow and secure the release of hostages. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 is there for us. The development comes just two days after the second anniversary of October [--]. US President Trump announced late on Wednesday that both sides have"
X Link 2025-10-09T08:21Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"On-air in SPORT ⚽ we hear from Paddy McNair after @NorthernIreland lost 1-0 to #Germany in #WorldCupQualifying last night ⚽ preview of must-win game for @IrelandFootball 🏌♂ @McIlroyRory preparing for return after #RyderCup victory"
X Link 2025-10-14T05:14Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"👑🔥The Prince and Princess of Wales swap royal roles for firefighters in Northern Ireland 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 joined Their Royal Highnesses on their first stop of the day the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Services new Learning and Development College outside Cookstown County Tyrone. ✅The royal couple spent the morning stepping into firefighters boots tackling a range of simulated incidents and drills at the state-of-the-art facility. They watched a dramatic flood-rescue demonstration as crews practised saving a casualty from a fast-flowing river. Their transport of choice"
X Link 2025-10-14T13:07Z 15.5K followers, 132.4K engagements
"👑🙌NEW: 'A gift for George Charlotte and Louis. you could see the chemistry between the Prince and Princess.' 🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Irene and Joanne. 🎥The pair met the Prince and Princess of Wales today at the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Services Learning and Development College near Cookstown. They shared what they presented to the royals and reflected on what was a very different kind of day at the facility. @NIFRSOFFICIAL @KensingtonRoyal 👑🔥The Prince and Princess of Wales swap royal roles for firefighters in Northern Ireland 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23"
X Link 2025-10-14T14:47Z 15.5K followers, 91.2K engagements
"On-air in SPORT 🏌♂ we hear from @McIlroyRory who's playing #DPWIC - his first tournament since #RyderCup ⚽ Rohl out of race to become #RangersFC boss 🏉 @UlsterRugby player update ahead of SA double header"
X Link 2025-10-16T05:35Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣NEW: 'Some parties thrive on chaos and dysfunction. its not a battle a day. We are working together.' 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to First Minister @moneillsf and deputy First Minister @little_pengelly. It follows comments from Minister Andrew Muir who described the Executive as sometimes being 'a battle a day.' Michelle ONeill says todays funding announcements show the Executive is the opposite of chaos and proof that challenges can always be worked through. Emma Little-Pengelly says there will always be disagreements but insists that doesnt stop delivery"
X Link 2025-10-16T14:52Z 15.5K followers, 25K engagements
"🚨Good morning. Our Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 is in Dublin for the North South Ministerial Council meeting. 🤝Taoiseach @MichealMartinTD and Tnaiste @SimonHarrisTD will later hold a press conference alongside First Minister @moneillsf and deputy First Minister @little_pengelly. 👥Its being described as a 'packed agenda' with legacy issues and digital ID among the other topics set for discussion"
X Link 2025-10-17T08:08Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"BREAKING: - New CCTV footage has been released as a coroner appeals for information over the night before Noah Donohoe went missing. - It shows the schoolboy leaving his house in South Belfast in the early hours of the morning wearing flip flops and carrying headphones (03:34am) and returning barefoot without his headphones (04.08am). - The [--] year old was found dead in a storm drain in North Belfast in June [----] - six days after he went missing. 🎥This is the footage from when he returns home:"
X Link 2025-10-17T11:25Z 15.5K followers, 116.6K engagements
"🚨🗣WATCH: 'Victims of terrorism have not had justice. The inter-state case should be dropped immediately.' 🎥Deputy First Minister @little_pengelly says: Its not and should never have been up to the Irish Government to hold the feet of the British Government to the fire under the threat of a continuing inter-state case. She was outlining unionist concerns over the issue of legacy. Tnaiste Simon Harris said earlier that it would be almost disrespectful to unionists to drop the case before new legislation passes through Westminster. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 was in Dublin for the North"
X Link 2025-10-17T17:41Z 15.5K followers, 22.6K engagements
"Police have issued a reminder to drive with extra caution due to heavy rainfall which has hit Northern Ireland - read more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/flooding-hits-parts-of-northern-ireland-as-police-make-appeal https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/flooding-hits-parts-of-northern-ireland-as-police-make-appeal"
X Link 2025-10-19T13:46Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨BREAKING: Trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife Lady Donaldson is to be delayed. The judge said it looked like trial would take place in 2026"
X Link 2025-10-20T10:05Z 15.5K followers, 75.2K engagements
"🚨🗳NEW: 'This must be the last Irish presidential election where Northern citizens cannot vote.' 🎥First Minister @moneillsf and @sinnfeinireland President @MaryLouMcDonald speaking at Stormont in the last few minutes. 🎤Michelle ONeill told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that Irish citizens in Northern Ireland must be given the right to vote for President. Mary Lou McDonald described it as ironic that people here can run for the office but cannot cast a ballot. They were speaking ahead of Fridays vote and highlighting the campaign of @catherinegalway"
X Link 2025-10-20T11:23Z 15.5K followers, 18K engagements
"A PSNI officer has been given a final written warning after a USB memory stick containing the contents of a missing person's laptop was found during a search of his house by Police Ombudsman investigators - read more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/final-warning-for-police-officer-who-copied-contents-of-missing-person-laptop https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/final-warning-for-police-officer-who-copied-contents-of-missing-person-laptop"
X Link 2025-10-20T16:09Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"⚠♻NEW: NI 'falling far behind' on energy targets but still working towards net zero by [----] ❗Progress with Northern Ireland's energy strategy is "lagging considerably" according to a new Audit Office report. Economy Minister @CArchibald_SF has been speaking to Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 about the findings. Auditor General Dorinnia Carville said progress against key targets is "lagging considerably" despite around [---] million being spent since [----]. The Minister acknowledged the report and stressed she remains committed to meeting climate targets and said it will require coordinated"
X Link 2025-10-21T11:45Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Global tech company NTT DATA is to establish a centre of excellence in Londonderry. The multibillion-pound business has acquired Alchemy Technology Services based in Derry. 🎙Founder & CEO John Harkin spoke with our NW Reporter @ChelsieKealey"
X Link 2025-10-21T12:34Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"NIs @Economy_NI Minister says the acquisition of a LDerry-based tech firm by a major Japanese company is big vote of confidence in the North West Alchemy Technology Services is being bought by NTT DATA. 🎤 @CArchibald_SF told @ChelsieKealey its great news for the region"
X Link 2025-10-21T13:08Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣🏘NEW: Around [---] HMOs are providing accommodation for asylum seekers in NI the Minister has told MLAs. 🔵Communities Minister @gordonlyons1 raised concerns over the low number of prosecutions for unlicensed HMOs saying he will contact all councils across the region to remind them of their obligations and powers. Speaking at Stormont today he confirmed he has also contacted Westminster about extending to Northern Ireland a scheme that requires landlords and letting agents to check tenants legal right to live in the UK before renting a property. Some MLAs voiced concerns about his remarks"
X Link 2025-10-21T14:11Z 15.5K followers, 12.8K engagements
"On-air and online: arrests made after trouble outside Dublin hotel which was housing asylum seekers And you can read more here: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/six-arrests-after-trouble-outside-hotel-housing-asylum-seekers-in-dublin https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/six-arrests-after-trouble-outside-hotel-housing-asylum-seekers-in-dublin https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/six-arrests-after-trouble-outside-hotel-housing-asylum-seekers-in-dublin https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/six-arrests-after-trouble-outside-hotel-housing-asylum-seekers-in-dublin"
X Link 2025-10-22T07:09Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🎥 He couldve done more for the local community. 👑 We speak to locals in County Down village after Prince Andrew announced hes giving up his royal titles including Baron Killyleagh 🗣 Our reporter @TaraGriff speaks to bar manager Mark Quigley"
X Link 2025-10-22T08:16Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"⚠🚨NEW: For the first time ever these are the posters directly calling out paramilitaries and criminal gangs. A new series of posters has been launched as part of the Executive Programme on Paramilitarism and Organised Crimes ongoing Ending the Harm campaign. Justice Minister @naomi_long said: Paramilitary groups and criminal gangs exploit intimidate and harm our communities. They are not defenders or protectors they are criminals. The new posters make it clear that whatever name they use their actions are unacceptable and must end. However the work delivered by the Executive Programme on"
X Link 2025-10-22T08:21Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🗣NEW: Minister 'highly optimistic' health workers pay will be resolved 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Health Minister @mikenesbittni. He said discussions are still ongoing so public comment may not be helpful but outlined his strong level of optimism. Last week the Executive announced [---] million towards ending the pay dispute with the Minister expected to secure the remainder. This comes as strike action looms though it is understood talks are now focusing on the finer details"
X Link 2025-10-22T12:48Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨👥NEW: 'It's not nice when it comes to your door. this is the lived experience of many people from ethnic minority backgrounds.' 🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Justice Minister and @allianceparty Leader @naomi_long. 👥She was reflecting after a 'mob' turned up outside her and her husband @CllrMichaelLongs home earlier this month. She says for many people from ethnic minority backgrounds this is their lived experience. She added that it will not stop her doing her job and will certainly not influence any decision-making"
X Link 2025-10-22T14:20Z 15.5K followers, 12K engagements
"On-air and online: there's been a second night of disorder in Dublin And you can read more here: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/trouble-flares-for-second-night-in-dublin https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/trouble-flares-for-second-night-in-dublin https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/trouble-flares-for-second-night-in-dublin https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/trouble-flares-for-second-night-in-dublin"
X Link 2025-10-23T05:32Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨BREAKING: Soldier F found NOT GUILTY of Bloody Sunday murder charges"
X Link 2025-10-23T11:46Z 15.5K followers, 18.3K engagements
"🚨BREAKING Lurgan: Man dies after fall during an altercation in Lurgan at the weekend. Police can confirm that a [--] year old man named as Robert Paczkowski has died in hospital from his injuries. Police were called to the William Street area shortly before 1am on Sunday [--] October following reports a man who had had been attempting to re-enter a bar had been pushed back by door staff and had subsequently fallen striking his head on the pavement. Two men have been interviewed by police as part of what is now a manslaughter investigation and a file of evidence will be prepared for the Public"
X Link 2025-10-23T16:11Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"⚽🗣 We know theres a huge jump to League A. This is a chance to test ourselves 🟢⚪ @NorthernIrelands Nadene Caldwell speaks to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull ahead of their Nations League Play-Off with Iceland 🏟 The sides meet in Ballymena in the first leg tomorrow"
X Link 2025-10-23T17:18Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"On-air in SPORT 🎱 all-Antrim affair at #NIOpen as @pistol147 @jordyb147 play each other for semis place ⚽ we hear from @toxtoby as her @NorthernIreland side prepare for #UWNL p/o with Iceland tonight 🏉 @UlsterRugby set for @thelions clash"
X Link 2025-10-24T05:19Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"The @NorthernIreland side to face Iceland in the first leg of their Nations League promotion play-off tonight Our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull will provide live updates from Ballymena Showgrounds Kick-off is at 7pm 🙌 Starting XI to face Iceland at Ballymena Showgrounds this evening #GAWA https://t.co/K1LPAysrWS 🙌 Starting XI to face Iceland at Ballymena Showgrounds this evening #GAWA https://t.co/K1LPAysrWS"
X Link 2025-10-24T17:35Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"KICK-OFF We're underway here at a blustery Ballymena Showgrounds between @NorthernIreland and Iceland in the Women's Nations League Play-Off first leg Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 0"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:00Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'6 CHANCE The visitors hit the woodwork as Sveinds Jnsdttir's attempted low cross from the right comes off the base of the post Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 0"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:08Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'11 CHANCE The away side go close again as Sandra Jessen glances her header from [--] yards over the bar after a cross from the left Iceland very much on the front foot here as expected Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 0"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:12Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'16 CHANCE Nadene Caldwell clears off the line from Jessen after Northern Ireland keeper Jackie Burns completely miskicked just outside her own box and found herself stranded Big let off for the hosts Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 0"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:17Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'25 CHANCE Iceland go close once again and for the third time Jessen can't find the target. This time she steers the ball wide from a low centre by Hln Eirksdttir Northern Ireland struggling to get out of their own half Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 0"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:27Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'31 GOAL Iceland eventually break the deadlock and it's no more than they deserve. Captain Glds Viggsdttir is left completely unmarked from a free-kick on the left and glances her header into the bottom corner Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:32Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'32 SAVE Jackie Burns gets down well to her left to keep out a Hln Eirksdttir header Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:34Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"HALF-TIME Northern Ireland go in at the break just a goal behind quite remarkable given the Icelandic dominance It'll be a tough second [--] minutes for Tanya Oxtoby's side but anything can happen Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:47Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'44 WOODWORK Just a minute before the break Sveinds Jnsdttir sees her thunderbolt from [--] yards hit the crossbar following what looked like a fingertip save from Burns Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T18:47Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"SECOND HALF Back underway here in Ballymena as Northern Ireland try to find a way back into the game Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:02Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'61 SUBS Triple change for Northern Ireland as Sarah McFadden makes her return while Mia Moore makes her debut and Kerry Beattie comes on up front Off go Abi Sweetlove Louise McDaniel and Kascie Weir Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:19Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'72 CHANCE Northern Ireland almost level it with what I think is their first effort on goal. Emily Wilson cuts in from the left and curls a fine effort just wide of the post Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 1"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:29Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'75 GOAL And Iceland get their second. It's another set piece and another header as Ingibjrg Sigurdardttir nods home from a corner Northern Ireland [--] Iceland 2"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:33Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"FULL-TIME Northern Ireland lose against Iceland in the first leg of their Nations League play-off at the Ballymena Showgrounds Northern Ireland [--] Iceland [--] Match report to follow"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:52Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"The hosts battled hard but Iceland were just too good ✍ @Gareth_McCull reports from Ballymena Showgrounds Read More: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/nations-league-northern-ireland-fall-to-iceland-in-play-off-first-leg https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/nations-league-northern-ireland-fall-to-iceland-in-play-off-first-leg"
X Link 2025-10-24T19:57Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"⚽ 🗣 They can take a lot of heart from the discipline they showed tonight 🟢⚪ @NorthernIreland Manager Tanya Oxtoby speaks to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull after tonights 2-0 Nations League Play-Off first leg defeat to Iceland The sides meet again in Reykjavik on Tuesday"
X Link 2025-10-24T22:43Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🎥🚨NEW: Justice Minister @naomi_long has announced that news outlets will be able to broadcast judges sentencing remarks. Under the plans proceedings that may be broadcast include: - The handing down of judgments in the Court of Appeal including submissions by legal representatives and exchanges with the court - Judges delivering sentencing remarks in the Crown Court Only broadcasters with written permission from the Department of Justice will be allowed to record specified proceedings"
X Link 2025-10-27T15:02Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Court sentencing remarks in Northern Ireland set to be broadcast. Read more here- https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/court-sentencing-remarks-in-northern-ireland-set-to-be-broadcast https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/court-sentencing-remarks-in-northern-ireland-set-to-be-broadcast"
X Link 2025-10-27T17:08Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"⚠🤳NEW: Calls for tougher social media regulation to 'protect young people' and 'save lives.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @allianceparty MP @SorchaEastwood. She is hosting an online safety event tomorrow at Westminster. It follows the death of Molly Russell a 14-year-old who took her own life in [----] after being exposed to harmful online content that glorified self-harm and suicide. Her case was the first in the UK to link a childs death directly to social media use. The MP says she regularly hears from parents in Lagan Valley who feel helpless and fear what content their"
X Link 2025-10-27T20:24Z 15.5K followers, 13.5K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'My wife worries about it all the time. Ive three young children. There are serious questions for all councillors security.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @sinnfeinireland Councillor @EamonnMcLaughSF. He says he has serious concerns about the safety of councillors after what he describes as a 'hostile' and 'intimidatory mob' verbally abused him as he returned to his car following a council meeting in Mossley last night. He stressed that all elected representatives are open to challenge but said with recent events including outside the home of Justice Minister"
X Link 2025-10-28T10:53Z 15.5K followers, 12.5K engagements
"🗣 I thought his time was up. But that doesnt absolve the board of their failings ☘ In the shadow of the statue of Willie Maley - @CelticFCs first AND most successful manager - in his birthplace of Newry supporters Brian Hyland and Liam McDonald react to Brendan Rodgers resignation ⚽ They speak to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull on who should get the job and the scathing statement from majority shareholder Dermot Desmond"
X Link 2025-10-28T13:01Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Former world champion boxer Carl Frampton has hailed those behind a new education and empowerment centre for struggling families as the "real heroes" of his home city of Belfast - read & watch more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/carl-frampton-takes-up-fight-for-struggling-families-in-belfast https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/carl-frampton-takes-up-fight-for-struggling-families-in-belfast"
X Link 2025-10-28T13:40Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"❗🗣NEW: 'An Israeli child and a Palestinian child have equal value. Anyone reducing that to politics shouldnt get air-time.' 🎥🎤@uuponline Deputy Leader @RobbieButlerMLA speaking to Chief Reporter @jamesgould23. 🚫He explains why he turned down an invitation to visit Israel adding that elected representatives who did go were invited individually. Commenting on Education Minister Paul Givans visit. He said he would have asked specific questions stressing that no one can turn a blind eye to the devastation. He says significant questions must be asked and lessons must be learned. Says he takes"
X Link 2025-10-30T13:23Z 15.5K followers, 41.9K engagements
"🚨BREAKING: A vote of no confidence in the Department for Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs has been unanimously passed by the @UFUHQ"
X Link 2025-10-30T16:01Z 15.5K followers, 21K engagements
"🚨NEW: @duponline say Prince Andrew Way in Carrickfergus should be RENAMED. 👇Full statement: "The Carrickfergus DUP team believe that the continued association of our town with Prince Andrew through the naming of Prince Andrew Way is no longer appropriate. Recent events have brought significant disgrace upon Andrew and by extension have cast a shadow over the Royal Household. His actions and the circumstances surrounding them have caused deep embarrassment for the Royal Family. Carrickfergus has a proud history and strong community values. It is vital that the names of our streets reflect"
X Link 2025-10-31T14:36Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🏴☠German foreign exchange students Paula and Lara are enjoying Europes biggest Halloween festival. 🌎Tourists from around the world are in the city for the 39th instalment of the famous event. 🎙Our North West Repoter @ChelsieKealey is in the city"
X Link 2025-10-31T16:04Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣Rally underway calling stormont education minister to step down over his recent trip to Israel DUP Leader Gavin Robinson defended the decision saying he had every entitlement to go. Our reporter @RhiannonXMuise is there"
X Link 2025-11-01T12:56Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🗣❗People gathered outside Belfast City Hall in protest against Stormont Education Minister Paul Givans trip to Israel. DUP Leader Gavin Robinson defended the decision saying he had every entitlement to go. Our reporter @RhiannonXMuise is at the Rally 🎤"
X Link 2025-11-01T15:28Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: "Unionists will not be bullied. The DUP has no interest in what Sinn Fein has to say about who should or shouldnt serve in our Ministerial team." 👇Comments from Deputy First Minister @little_pengelly tonight"
X Link 2025-11-01T18:39Z 15.5K followers, 12.3K engagements
"❗🗣NEW: 'Personal statement' from Education Minister @paulgivan in the last few minutes. "Over the past week I have been vilified by those who have sought to call into question my character and my commitment to the people of orthern Ireland. The verv same people among whom today in Belfast were shouting the antisemitic chant "From the river to the sea." @duponline"
X Link 2025-11-01T19:51Z 15.5K followers, 12K engagements
"The first test cases in an action against the Police Service of Northern Ireland following a major data breach are to get under way at Belfast High Court - read more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/first-test-cases-against-psni-over-data-breach-to-get-under-way https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/first-test-cases-against-psni-over-data-breach-to-get-under-way"
X Link 2025-11-03T06:23Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨NEW: Rally at Stormont calling for Education Minister Paul Givan to resign. 👥Speakers are addressing a crowd gathered to demand Mr Givan step down following his recent trip to Israel during which he visited a school and asked his department to publicise it on official social media channels. The rally comes after confirmation that @sinnfeinireland and @SDLPlive will back a motion of no confidence brought forward by @GerryCarrollPBP of @pb4p. Two people also here with an Israel flag. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 is there. In a statement posted to Facebook on Saturday Mr Givan said: Over the"
X Link 2025-11-03T11:17Z 15.6K followers, 18.4K engagements
"🚨BREAKING: @allianceparty says Education Minister Paul Givan should resign. 🚫Deputy Leader @EoinTennyson confirms the party WILL back the motion of no confidence in Mr Givan. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 is there for us"
X Link 2025-11-03T12:00Z 15.5K followers, 46.9K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'At the heart of this. they are struggling to hide their antisemitism and sectarianism. Its nonsense.' 🎥🎤@duponline Leader @GRobinsonDUP standing alongside Education Minister @paulgivan also joined by deputy First Minister @little_pengelly. It follows confirmation that the SDLP Sinn Fin and Alliance Party will back a motion of no confidence in Mr Givan brought forward by People Before Profit. The DUP minister has faced criticism over his recent trip to Israel during which he visited a school and asked his department to publicise it on social media. Speaking to Chief Reporter"
X Link 2025-11-03T12:14Z 15.5K followers, 241K engagements
"❗🗣NEW: 'Paul Givan should absolutely resign its always about whats in the DUPs best interests.' 🎥🎤@allianceparty Deputy Leader @EoinTennyson tells Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that Education Minister Paul Givan should resign. He admits its unlikely to happen but says it absolutely should. The Alliance Party will back the motion of no confidence alongside the SDLP Sinn Fin and People Before Profit. 🚨BREAKING: @allianceparty says Education Minister Paul Givan should resign. 🚫Deputy Leader @EoinTennyson confirms the party WILL back the motion of no confidence in Mr Givan. Chief Reporter"
X Link 2025-11-03T12:24Z 15.5K followers, 17.4K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'I wont be apologising I wont be bullied I wont be collapsing Stormont.' 🎥🎤Education Minister @paulgivan speaking to Chief Reporter @jamesgould23. The DUP minister has come under fire and faces a motion of no confidence following his recent visit to Israel during which he visited a school and asked his department to publicise it on their social media channels. Asked if he regrets his actions or intends to apologise. Mr Givan said he questioned the Israeli Governments response to the October 7th attacks and was shown how some of the operations were carried out. He added that the"
X Link 2025-11-03T14:58Z 15.5K followers, 66.9K engagements
"❗🗣WATCH: 'Paul Givan needs to resign This is going to damage relationships up here.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @SDLPlive MLA @CaraHunterMLA. The DUP Education Minister has faced criticism over his recent trip to Israel during which he visited a school and asked his department to publicise it on social media. The MLA says he should resign not because of a green and orange issue. Mr Givan says he will not be apologising will not be stepping away and says there was nothing political about the statement"
X Link 2025-11-03T16:33Z 15.5K followers, 47.2K engagements
"A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/psni-launch-co-down-murder-investigation https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/psni-launch-co-down-murder-investigation https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/psni-launch-co-down-murder-investigation https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/psni-launch-co-down-murder-investigation"
X Link 2025-11-03T17:11Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"On-air in SPORT ⚽ @NorthernIreland squad set to be named with Shea Charles an injury doubt ⚽ we hear from @Glentoran boss Declan Devine ahead of #BetMcLeanCup game with @CrusadersFC 🏍 Ulster Grand Prix 🏉 @IrishRugby"
X Link 2025-11-04T06:21Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🤝 NEW: 'Northern Irelands role in American independence and in life today must be celebrated.' 👥The @America250 delegation is in Northern Ireland to formally mark NIs special status in next years semiquincentennial celebrations. 🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Commissioner @JoeCrowleyNY and Executive Vice President Jen Condon. They will join Communities Minister @gordonlyons1 for the signing of a 'historic' Memorandum of Understanding during the two-day visit. Both spoke about the 'deep' relationship between the United States and Northern Ireland. James McHenry born in Ballymena"
X Link 2025-11-04T11:01Z 15.6K followers, 275.3K engagements
"🗣WATCH: 'I want to strengthen the relationship between Northern Ireland and the US. Putting NI on the map.' ✅Communities Minister @gordonlyons1 welcomes the visit by the @America250 Commission. Here to formally mark Northern Irelands special status in next years semiquincentennial celebrations. He says Northern Ireland stands to benefit from stronger transatlantic ties highlighting opportunities for economic growth and tourism. A Memorandum of Understanding will be signed during the two-day visit. Speaking to Chief Reporter @jamesgould23. 🤝 NEW: 'Northern Irelands role in American"
X Link 2025-11-04T11:28Z 15.5K followers, 10.6K engagements
"❗⚠NEW: 'Theyre living under a rock if people dont understand the challenges facing our environment Im engaging with the UFU today.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Minister for Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs @AndrewMuirNI. It follows the first-ever vote of no confidence in DAERA from the @UFUHQ last week. Mr Muir confirmed he will meet with the Ulster Farmers Union again today. He made clear he must ensure Northern Ireland has both a thriving agriculture sector and that efforts continue to repair the damage to the environment. Saying he cant do one without the other."
X Link 2025-11-04T12:11Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"On-air in SPORT ⚽ @NewryCityAFC into #BetMcLeanCup quarters after win over @Glenavon_FC ⚽ Conor Bradley is @LFC star man in defeat of #RealMadrid ⚽ we hear from Michael O'Neill ahead of @NorthernIreland #WorldCup qualifier 🏉 @IrishRugby 🏌♂ @McIlroyRory"
X Link 2025-11-05T06:23Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨⚠EXCLUSIVE: PSNI officers spending entire shifts in A&E as figures reveal extreme pressure on 'stretched' police service. 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @allianceparty MLA and Policing Board member @NualaMcAllister. ❗We have PSNI data to show the service is fast becoming the agency of first resort when a person is experiencing a mental health crisis particularly outside of standard working hours. 👥The PSNI warned: When this happens core areas of policing may not be prioritised. With current financial pressures policing resources are stretched to manage this. MLA Nuala"
X Link 2025-11-05T10:01Z 15.5K followers, 23K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: The prospect of a border poll is 'way off in the distance. Nobody is arguing that there is an appetite for constitutional change.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Secretary of State @hilarybennmp. He says we would all 'be better concentrating on the issues of the moment.' Adding that his focus is on improving the lives of people in Northern Ireland"
X Link 2025-11-05T15:45Z 15.5K followers, 244K engagements
"🚨First Minister @moneillsf will again attend the Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Belfast. She will lay a wreath at the Cenotaph. Michelle ONeill took part in the event last year and Sinn Fin has confirmed she will attend again. A Sinn Fin spokesperson said: Michelles acceptance of the invitation is an expression of her continued commitment and determination to represent all sections of our society as a First Minister for all"
X Link 2025-11-06T08:49Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"On-air and online: a man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Jordan Webb in Portavogie And you can read more here: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-charged-over-jordan-webb-murder-in-portavogie https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-charged-over-jordan-webb-murder-in-portavogie https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-charged-over-jordan-webb-murder-in-portavogie https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-charged-over-jordan-webb-murder-in-portavogie"
X Link 2025-11-06T11:42Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨NEW: Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 understands First Minister @moneillsf and deputy First Minister @little_pengelly have been invited to attend the inauguration of Catherine Connolly as the tenth President of Ireland next Tuesday. ✅Michelle ONeill has confirmed she will attend. Theres been no confirmation yet on whether Emma Little-Pengelly will"
X Link 2025-11-06T13:50Z 15.5K followers, 42.7K engagements
"It's a significant moment for one @UlsterRugby player this weekend in Dublin Read More: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/rugby-ulster-duo-named-to-start-for-ireland-against-japan https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/rugby-ulster-duo-named-to-start-for-ireland-against-japan"
X Link 2025-11-06T14:33Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Mike Nesbitt says it'll be backdated to April read more here 👇 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/pay-parity-health-mike-nesbitt https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/pay-parity-health-mike-nesbitt https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/pay-parity-health-mike-nesbitt https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/pay-parity-health-mike-nesbitt"
X Link 2025-11-06T17:10Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🏆 It's been a strong start to the season for Feeney and his @bangorfc side Read More: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/football-bangor-boss-feeney-wins-nifwa-manager-of-the-month-award https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/football-bangor-boss-feeney-wins-nifwa-manager-of-the-month-award"
X Link 2025-11-07T10:23Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣 Thousands of Hand-Stitched Poppies Transform Co. Armagh Church for Remembrance Sunday St Matthews in Richhill has brought people together from across the community to honour those who served Our reporter @RhiannonXMuise is there 🎤"
X Link 2025-11-07T18:20Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🕊 Annual Remembrance Sunday ceremony is taking place at Belfast City Hall this morning Preparations are ongoing with people already starting to gather. Attendees such as the Lord Mayor of Belfast Tracy Kelly are expected and will be laying a wreath at the Cenotaph in the Garden of Remembrance at City Hall Our reporter @RhiannonXMuise is there 🎤"
X Link 2025-11-09T09:50Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"BBC chairman Samir Shah is expected to apologise for the way a speech by Donald Trump was edited for Panorama. It follows several days of pressure on the broadcaster prompting the resignation of director-general Tim Davie. https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/uk/news/bbc-chairman-expected-to-apologise-for-trump-speech-edit-after-davie-resignation https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/uk/news/bbc-chairman-expected-to-apologise-for-trump-speech-edit-after-davie-resignation https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/uk/news/bbc-chairman-expected-to-apologise-for-trump-speech-edit-after-davie-resignation"
X Link 2025-11-10T07:58Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨NEW: Education Minister faces vote of no confidence as protest due to held at Stormont 👥A motion of no confidence in Minister Paul Givan has been brought forward by @pb4p MLA @GerryCarrollPBP. Its being supported today by Sinn Fin the Alliance Party and the SDLP. They argue that Mr Givans visit to a school in Israel should not have been promoted on the Department of Educations social media channels. The DUP has dismissed the motion as 'political theatre' while the UUP and TUV have also confirmed they wont back it. A Mothers Against Genocide protest is taking place at Stormont this morning."
X Link 2025-11-10T09:04Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'Ive spoken to teachers who dont want Paul Givan at their school The issue isnt finished today.' 🎥🎤@pb4p MLA @GerryCarrollPBP speaking ahead of a motion of no confidence in Education Minister Paul Givan. It follows Mr Givans recent trip to Israel during which he instructed his department to publicise a visit to a school there on social media. Mr Carroll told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that teachers have been 'disgusted' by the Ministers actions and would not welcome him to their school. Mr Givan denies any wrongdoing and says he will continue working for people across Northern"
X Link 2025-11-10T11:52Z 15.6K followers, 47.2K engagements
"❗🗣NEW: 'I hope privately and in quiet moments Paul Givan reflects on what he has done. This is not about point scoring.' 🎥🎤@SDLPlive Leader @ClaireHanna has joined Stormont Opposition Leader @MatthewOToole2 and other MLAs ahead of a motion of no confidence in Education Minister Paul Givan. It follows Mr Givans recent trip to Israel during which he instructed his department to publicise a visit to a school there on social media. Claire Hanna told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 she hopes Mr Givan will be reflecting on his actions. Mr Givan denies any wrongdoing and says he will continue"
X Link 2025-11-10T12:23Z 15.6K followers, 46.3K engagements
"🚨🗣WATCH: 'Sadly the Assembly will go through this performative function. I look forward to getting back to issues that matter.' 🎥🎤@duponline Leader @GRobinsonDUP was joined by deputy First Minister @little_pengelly and Education Minister @paulgivan. Mr Robinson said he looks forward to the end of todays proceedings and to focusing again on issues that matter to the people of Northern Ireland. A motion of no confidence in Mr Givan is being debated following his recent trip to Israel during which he instructed his department to publicise a visit to a school there on social media. Mr"
X Link 2025-11-10T12:41Z 15.6K followers, 27.2K engagements
"🚨BREAKING: Person removed from Assembly chamber after shouts during no-confidence debate in Paul Givan. Speaker Edwin Poots ordered the removal of an individual after shouting was heard during the motion of no confidence in Education Minister Paul Givan. It happened moments after the Minister finished speaking. Its not yet clear who the individual was but they appeared to be in the public gallery. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 understands police accompanied the person off the premises"
X Link 2025-11-10T13:52Z 15.6K followers, 18.9K engagements
"❗🗣NEW: 'Theres no snub in this. Theres a clash with Remembrance Day. I graciously acknowledged my invitation.' 🎥🎤@duponline Leader @GRobinsonDUP says he cannot attend the inauguration of Irelands new President Catherine Connolly tomorrow due to Remembrance Day commitments. When asked by Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 if he would have attended on a different date he said he doesnt see why there are any difficulties with these issues. He added that he was invited by the Taoiseach and believes his response was graciously accepted"
X Link 2025-11-10T14:28Z 15.5K followers, 17K engagements
"🚨🗣Act of Remembrance at Stormont: 'Its so important for our younger generation to remember those who gave their lives.' 📍The Speaker of the Assembly @edwinpootsmla is hosting an Act of Remembrance service in the Senate Chamber this morning. Services like this are taking place across Northern Ireland and beyond today to mark Armistice Day. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @duponline Leader @GRobinsonDUP"
X Link 2025-11-11T10:09Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨WATCH: Act of Remembrance at Stormont 📍Speaker @edwinpootsmla has hosted an Act of Remembrance service in the Senate Chamber to mark Armistice Day. It was attended by deputy First Minister @little_pengelly along with leaders and representatives from @duponline @allianceparty @SDLPlive @uuponline and @TUVonline. Following the service wreaths were laid at the War Memorial in the Great Hall. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 was there"
X Link 2025-11-11T11:31Z 15.5K followers, 21K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: The idea of a 'Brit Card is being laughed out of the water. Its totally ridiculous. 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @sinnfeinireland MLA @GildernewColm. It comes ahead of a motion at Stormont examining the British Governments proposal to introduce a mandatory digital ID for people here. Mr Gildernew says there has been absolutely no account taken of people in here particularly those who work across the border. He adds that regardless of its name or stated purpose he believes there is no need for such a scheme to be introduced"
X Link 2025-11-11T13:31Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🗣Stormont atmosphere: 'Theres a nasty streak going through the Assembly. Theres a tension in the corridors.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Justice Minister and @allianceparty Leader @naomi_long. She says there is a level of tension around Stormont that wasnt there before and that some of the behaviour in the Chamber would never be tolerated at Westminster. The Minister says the temperature in politics needs to be dialled down. Her remarks follow similar comments made recently by deputy leader @EoinTennyson and Minister @AndrewMuirNI"
X Link 2025-11-11T14:07Z 15.5K followers, 29.8K engagements
"🗣🚫Digital ID scheme: 'This is peoples freedom privacy and liberty. the proposal is ridiculous.' 🎥🎤Deputy Leader of the @uuponline @RobbieButlerMLA has outlined why his party opposes the Governments proposed Digital ID scheme. It comes as motion in Stormont examines the proposal. He told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that the plan would exclude people not include them. Mr Butler added that even at this late stage he hopes the Government will reconsider. He said MP @RobinSwann_MP will continue to challenge the proposal at Westminster. The Government said the scheme will help combat illegal"
X Link 2025-11-11T15:31Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"🥊🗣NEW: 'Religion or community background should not determine how far someone goes in sport.' 🎥🎤Communities Minister @gordonlyons1 has welcomed a report by the Equality Commission following its review of governance practices and procedures at the Ulster Boxing Council. The Minister told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that in [----] no one should face discrimination. He confirmed he will establish an oversight panel to monitor progress over the next [--] months to ensure the necessary changes are delivered"
X Link 2025-11-11T17:29Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨✅NEW: US tech firm to create [---] new jobs with average salaries of [-----] in Belfast 📍💻Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has announced that US technology company Biller Genie is establishing a new office in Belfast and will create [---] high-quality jobs over the next three years. The roles will offer hybrid working allowing people from across Northern Ireland to take part. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 has been speaking to the Minister to Scott Wallace Senior Vice President of Engineering at the company and Elaine Curran Director of Trade and Investment at @InvestNI"
X Link 2025-11-12T12:53Z 15.5K followers, 21.9K engagements
"🚨BREAKING: People were harmed after 'serious and significant failings' in the safeguarding functions of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. 🚨Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland Dr Trevor Gribben will stand down from office at the end of this month. This would be first time that this has ever happened in the history of the church. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 will have more for us shortly"
X Link 2025-11-12T16:00Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"💐A new Infinity Room has opened at Causeway Hospital inspired by the memory of two-year-old Noah McAleese. The toddler lost his life in a farming accident in November [----]. The new room takes its name from Toy Story one of Noahs favourites. 🎙His mum Corrina spoke with our Reporter @ChelsieKealey"
X Link 2025-11-12T16:07Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨❗BREAKING: People harmed within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland after serious and significant failings. Moderator steps down. 🔴There have been serious and significant failings in the central safeguarding functions of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland between [----] and [----]. As a result individuals were placed at risk. The Moderator Rev Dr Trevor Gribben will step down from his role at the end of this month. You can listen to his full statement at start. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 has been speaking to Acting Clerk of the General Assembly David Allen. He asked him to explained how those"
X Link 2025-11-12T17:02Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The head of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland is to step down after an internal review found "serious and significant" failures in safeguarding - read & watch more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/head-of-presbyterian-church-in-ireland-to-step-down-over-afeguarding-failures https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/head-of-presbyterian-church-in-ireland-to-step-down-over-afeguarding-failures"
X Link 2025-11-12T17:11Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"While there won't be any @UEFAEURO [----] matches here there is something for Northern Ireland Read More: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/euro-2028-belfast-to-host-qualifying-draw https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/euro-2028-belfast-to-host-qualifying-draw"
X Link 2025-11-13T00:04Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🤝NEW: Economy Minister travelling to the USA to sell and promote the north west. 🟢Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF is travelling to the United States to seek investment and new opportunities for the north west. 🎤She told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that her visit this week will take her to Boston for a packed agenda over the next few days. With the aim of attracting further tourism and economic links. The Minister says this forms part of ongoing work to tackle regional imbalance and provided an update on the progress being made"
X Link 2025-11-13T08:36Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"🗣 We could of had a tragedy says @rory_farrell after two viable pipe bomb type devices were discovered in Londonderry. Almost two dozen homes were evacuated in the Glenabbey Close area of Derry because of the overnight secuirty alert. 🎙Our North West Reporter @ChelsieKealey spoke with the SDLP Cllr"
X Link 2025-11-13T13:50Z 15.6K followers, [---] engagements
"🗣🔵 New DigiBete App Launches to Support Young People Living With Type [--] Diabetes Co-founder @MaddieJulian launched the new DigiBete app in Northern Ireland today to mark World Diabetes Day after having her own struggles dealing with the information she was given Health Minister Nesbitt attended the event and highlighted the thousands of people living with Type [--] and Type [--] diabetes across Northern Ireland praising the app as an important tool for families and young people managing the condition Our reporter @RhiannonXMuise attended 🎤 #News #CoolFM #WorldDiabetesDay"
X Link 2025-11-14T17:00Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"⚽🗣 We want to go out on a good note. We owe it to the fans 🟢⚪ Isaac Price and Michael ONeill speak to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull ahead of @NorthernIrelands final World Cup qualifier at home to Luxembourg 🏆 Theyve already a secured a play-off after winning their Nations League group"
X Link 2025-11-16T18:30Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"On-air in SPORT ⚽ @IrelandFootball join @NorthernIreland in #WorldCup play-offs after 96th winner over #Hungary - Michael O'Neill's side host #Luxembourg later 🏌♂ we hear from @McIlroyRory after winning his 7th Race to Dubai title #UlsterClub2025"
X Link 2025-11-17T06:20Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"On-air and online: hosting the Open golf spectacle in Portrush during the summer generated more than 280m for the NI economy And you can read more here: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/the-open-golf-event-in-portrush-generates-pound280m-for-ni-economy https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/the-open-golf-event-in-portrush-generates-pound280m-for-ni-economy https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/the-open-golf-event-in-portrush-generates-pound280m-for-ni-economy https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/the-open-golf-event-in-portrush-generates-pound280m-for-ni-economy"
X Link 2025-11-17T14:48Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Michael O'Neill makes SIX changes to his starting line-up to face Luxembourg In: Conor Hazard Ciaron Brown Jamal Lewis Jamie Donley Ethan Galbraith Jamie McDonnell Our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull will provide live updates from Windsor Park Our starting XI for the final time this year 💚🤍 #GAWA #BuiltOnLegacy https://t.co/qH3EVYpORs Our starting XI for the final time this year 💚🤍 #GAWA #BuiltOnLegacy https://t.co/qH3EVYpORs"
X Link 2025-11-17T19:35Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"KICK-OFF We're underway here at Windsor Park with Northern Ireland defending the Kop end in the first half Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T19:46Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'6 CHANCE Conor Bradley screws his effort high and wide from just inside the box after a corner Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T19:52Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'9 CHANCE Isaac Price latches onto a quick throw in from the left and tries his luck from [--] yards but the visiting keeper holds it Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T19:55Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'10 CHANCE A sweeping move is started by Jamie Donley. He finds Ethan Galbraith on the right who switches play to Price. His backheel tees up Jamal Lewis who fired wildly over Excellent move as the hosts are beginning to find their rhythm Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T19:57Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'15 GOAL DISALLOWED Jamie Donley has the ball in the back of the net after Galbraith squared it to him in the box following Paddy McNair's raking diagonal ball However there was deemed to have been an offside in the build up Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:05Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'24 CHANCE The visitors have the clearest chance of the match so far. Daniel Sinani's powerful run leads to him sliding the ball through to Christopher Martins but Conor Hazard comes out of his goal quickly to make the block Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:11Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"27' CLOSE Luxembourg are inches away from going in front as Mathias Olesen curls his first-time effort just wide from [--] yards Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:13Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'40 CHANCE Isaac Price volleys just over from [--] yards. As the half draws to a close Northern Ireland look pretty flat it has to be said. The visitors look the more dangerous going forward Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:26Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'44 GOAL Jamie Donley slots home from the spot for his Senior international goal Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:30Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"HALF-TIME Northern Ireland lead at the break thanks to Jamie Donley's penalty late in the half It hasn't been great from a much-changed home side but they lead Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:33Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"SECOND HALF Back underway here with Northern Ireland leading 1-0. Terry Devlin has come on at the break for Conor Bradley with Paddy McNair taking the captain's armband Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T20:50Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Updates have been somewhat sparse this half as there hasn't been anything of great interest to write about Former Coleraine midfielder Patrick Kelly is on for his debut however Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg 0"
X Link 2025-11-17T21:30Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"FULL-TIME Northern Ireland round the campaign off with a win. Now it's onto March's play-off Northern Ireland [--] Luxembourg [--] Match report to follow"
X Link 2025-11-17T21:40Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"It was a positive end to the World Cup qualifying campaign for @NorthernIreland - with the play-offs still to come @Gareth_McCull reports from Windsor Park Read More: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/world-cup-qualifiers-northern-ireland-finish-with-a-win https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/sport/news/world-cup-qualifiers-northern-ireland-finish-with-a-win"
X Link 2025-11-17T21:44Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"⚽🗣 To do it with my friends and family here made it even more special 🟢⚪ @NorthernIreland midfielder Patrick Kelly speaks to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull after making his Senior debut in tonights 1-0 win at home to Luxembourg ✅ The current @BarnsleyFC and former @ColeraineFC man says its another box ticked in his career"
X Link 2025-11-17T22:52Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"⚽🗣 Weve got nothing to loselets try and get to a World Cup 🟢⚪ @NorthernIreland forward Jamie Donley speaks to our Sports Reporter @Gareth_McCull after scoring his first Senior goal in the 1-0 home win over Luxembourg 🤝 Northern Ireland find out on Thursday who theyll play in next Marchs World Cup play-off"
X Link 2025-11-18T00:25Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"On-air in SPORT ⚽ we hear from goal-scorer Jamie Donnelly after @NorthernIreland beat #Luxembourg in their final #WorldCupQualifiers before the play-offs 🏉 Stuart McCloskey is out of @IrishRugby squad with groin injury"
X Link 2025-11-18T06:06Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"On-air in SPORT ⚽ Italy and Denmark are among sides @NorthernIreland could face away in #WorldCup2026 play-off - draw tomorrow ⚽ @CarrickRangers into Co Antrim Shield final 🥊 we hear from Aidan Walsh 🎱 @pistol147 #RiyadhSeason"
X Link 2025-11-19T06:18Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🎥 That guidance needs to be clear and prompt. ⛪ Transferor Representatives Council calling on Department of Education to issue swift guidance after Supreme Court ruling 🗣 Catherine Simpson speaks to our reporter @TaraGriff"
X Link 2025-11-20T11:46Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'Its not inappropriate to have collective Christian worship in schools last weeks judgement didnt end that.' 🎤🎥@duponline Leader @GRobinsonDUP tells Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 he believes collective Christian worship in schools is appropriate. He was speaking after the UK Supreme Court ruled last week that Religious Education in Northern Ireland schools does not comply with human rights standards and is unlawful. Mr Robinson said the Department of Education alongside his party colleague Minister @paulgivan will set out how it will continue over the coming weeks and months"
X Link 2025-11-24T11:51Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🚫BREAKING: The PPS will NOT prosecute a person investigated over damage caused to a portrait of a former DUP Lord Mayor at Belfast City Hall. 🚨A Sinn Fin employee at Stormont was suspended and later resigned following the incident last year. In an update today the PPS says there is no reasonable prospect of conviction for any criminal offence based on the evidence available. Saying key gaps in the case include the absence of CCTV footage and a lack of witnesses. Full statement:"
X Link 2025-11-24T12:00Z 15.5K followers, 11.3K engagements
"🚨EXCLUSIVE: Deputy First Minister speaks out after a 'man' told her to 'take cancer and die.' 🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Deputy First Minister @little_pengelly. It follows another incident of serious online abuse towards an elected representative behaviour she says has once again crossed a line. She told James Gould she never imagined someone could say something so vile using a disease that affects so many families. She says politicians are always up for challenge and scrutiny but something needs to change and this must stop. She welcomes the support she has received across"
X Link 2025-11-24T15:36Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'This Prime Minister & Government need to get a grip on key issues like the economy in this Budget and on immigration.' 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Deputy First Minister @little_pengelly. It comes ahead of Wednesdays Budget. She says she wants farmers business owners and families protected in whatever is announced. Outlines how Northern Ireland is under severe financial pressure and touches on the question of revenue raising. Believes there is no prospect of securing agreement on revenue raising measures but sets out steps she believes can still be taken"
X Link 2025-11-24T20:13Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The first two shows have been announced for new festival The Summer Series coming to Belfast next year: The Beach Boys Sunday 21st June [----] The Kooks Saturday 4th July [----] https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/gigs-nightlife/the-kooks-beach-boys-summer-series-2026 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/gigs-nightlife/the-kooks-beach-boys-summer-series-2026 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/gigs-nightlife/the-kooks-beach-boys-summer-series-2026 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/gigs-nightlife/the-kooks-beach-boys-summer-series-2026"
X Link 2025-11-25T10:14Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨UPDATE: @allianceparty statement following Executive meeting. 🗣This type of performative procedural wrangling is a waste of the Executives time and does nothing to address the day-to-day challenges facing ordinary families across Northern Ireland." Full statement below. 🚨BREAKING: Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 understands the DUP call-in petition against the Economy Minister's decision on Israel trade has failed. 👥The split was 6/4. Alliance in favour of @CArchibald_SF decision along with Sinn Fein. ✅Minister Archibalds decision remains. https://t.co/93r4E31QSm 🚨BREAKING: Chief Reporter"
X Link 2025-11-25T11:11Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨NEW: Portrait of former Speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly @AlexMaskeySF has been unveiled at Stormont. Current Speaker @edwinpootsmla shared some memories during a speech at the event. Painted in oil on canvas by local artist Tony Bell the portrait will join those of previous Speakers: Lord Alderdice Eileen Bell Lord Hay of Ballyore Mitchel McLaughlin and Robin Newton. All on public display in the Great Hall. The unveiling was attended by Stormont Ministers family members and current and former MLAs. Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 was there for us"
X Link 2025-11-25T14:07Z 15.5K followers, 20.3K engagements
"🗣NEW: 'Israel today what next Our Economy Minister cant set down politically-motivated trade policy.' 🎤🎥Deputy First Minister @little_pengelly speaking after an Executive meeting on Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibalds move to block trade talks with Israel. The DUP was unable to overturn the Sinn Fin ministers policy. Emma Little-Pengelly accused Ms Archibald of making politically-motivated trade policy and said the issue should return to the Executive for approval before being implemented. She told Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 that these are controversial issues"
X Link 2025-11-25T14:38Z 15.5K followers, 76K engagements
"❗🗣NEW: 'Every woman every girl has the right to use the internet and to feel safeI welcome this from Ofcom.' 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @SDLPlive MLA @CaraHunterMLA. ✅She welcomes new guidelines from media regulator @Ofcom aimed at making the internet safer for women and girls saying they will make it 'absolutely clear to the public' which platforms are failing to comply. The regulator is urging platforms to introduce time-outs for repeat offenders and to limit comments during mass pile-ons. Cara Hunter herself a victim of deepfakes and trolling says the move is a step in"
X Link 2025-11-25T15:33Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
"💰🚗UPDATE: From April [----] electric and hybrid drivers will face NEW charges. 🔋Electric vehicles will be at 3p per mile. 🔋Plug-in Hybrids will pay 1.5p per mile. ✅These charges will apply on top of standard road tax. 🚨✅NEW Budget: Chancellor @RachelReevesMP announces an additional [---] million for the Northern Ireland Executive. 📻More updates to follow as they come in. 🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 will hear from Finance Minister @JohnODowdSF later. https://t.co/PLeT7C1ljG 🚨✅NEW Budget: Chancellor @RachelReevesMP announces an additional [---] million for the Northern Ireland Executive."
X Link 2025-11-26T13:39Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"💰🚨BREAKING: Chancellor @RachelReevesMP will fund "Northern Ireland Executive to remove the two-child benefit cap increase pensions and slash energy bills if they choose to do so." 💰Northern Ireland look: 🔴370 million budget boost for public services following largest Spending Review settlement for Northern Ireland Executive in the history of devolution 🔴Pledge to help Northern Ireland Executive address cost-of-living for working families 🔴16.6 million UK Internal Market package to boost trade between Northern Ireland and Great Britain and back innovation sectors 🔴Raising the National"
X Link 2025-11-26T13:48Z 15.5K followers, 104.8K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'When are men going to hold other men responsible for how they treat women After the abuse Ive suffered I want to help.' 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 sitting down with MMA star @leahmccourtmma. She was at Stormont for an event hosted by Speaker @edwinpootsmla outlining her experiences with @WomensAidNI and the work the organisation is doing. Leah detailed what she has gone through over recent years and says she now wants to support women in similar situations. She says there is a real issue in Northern Ireland and something needs to change. Her message: 'No matter what situation"
X Link 2025-11-26T14:07Z 15.5K followers, 56.6K engagements
"The Chancellor's Budget "doesn't go far enough" in investing in public services and boosting growth Stormont's Finance Minister John O'Dowd has said - read & watch more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/finance-minister-budget-does-not-go-far-enough-in-public-service-investment https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/finance-minister-budget-does-not-go-far-enough-in-public-service-investment"
X Link 2025-11-26T18:28Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨NEW: Statement from @KRWLaw on behalf of Naoise Cuilin. Son of @sinnfeinireland MLA @CaralNiChuilin. "It has been alleged particularly on social media that our client was involved in the damage to the portrait of DUP peer Lord Wallace Browne at Belfast City Hall. This allegation is entirely false baseless and malicious. For absolute clarity and on our clients behalf I state unequivocally that our client did not cause any damage whatsoever to the portrait of Lord Wallace Browne. Any suggestion to the contrary is wholly unfounded" Full statement below"
X Link 2025-11-26T19:38Z 15.5K followers, 24.8K engagements
"🚨BREAKING: PSNI officer stabbed in attempted murder in Londonderry 🔴A police officer required stitches to his leg after he was stabbed while responding to a call in the Collon Lane area of Derry last night. 🔴Police say the suspect refused to show his hands before producing a knife and attempting to stab an officer in the torso. 🗣Deputy Chief Constable Bobby Singleton said the officer would have been killed if not for his protective body armour. A second officer was spat at and a custody detention officer was also assaulted. A search of the property uncovered a quantity of Class A B and C"
X Link 2025-11-27T14:03Z 15.5K followers, 13.9K engagements
"🚨NEW: First Minister @moneillsf says: 🗣"The stabbing and attempted murder of police officers in Derry is completely and utterly reprehensible." 🚨BREAKING: PSNI officer stabbed in attempted murder in Londonderry 🔴A police officer required stitches to his leg after he was stabbed while responding to a call in the Collon Lane area of Derry last night. 🔴Police say the suspect refused to show his hands before producing a https://t.co/VTy92Ta934 🚨BREAKING: PSNI officer stabbed in attempted murder in Londonderry 🔴A police officer required stitches to his leg after he was stabbed while"
X Link 2025-11-27T14:11Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: Attempted murder of PSNI officer disgusting and completely unacceptable. 🎤🎥Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to Deputy First Minister @little_pengelly after officers were attacked in Londonderry. 🔴A police officer required stitches to his leg after being stabbed while responding to a call in the Collon Lane area of Derry last night. Police say the suspect refused to show his hands before producing a knife and attempting to stab an officer in the torso. Deputy Chief Constable Bobby Singleton said the officer would have been killed if not for his protective body armour. Other"
X Link 2025-11-27T16:02Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"A man has been arrested by police investigating a "drugs menu" which was circulated online - read more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-arrested-in-probe-into-drugs-menu-circulated-online https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/man-arrested-in-probe-into-drugs-menu-circulated-online"
X Link 2025-11-27T18:31Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"⚠🗣NEW: 'Stormonts structures are broken. The Government must go back and look at the GFA. There are modest changes that can be made.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 sitting down with Justice Minister and @allianceparty Leader @naomi_long. 🚫She says the structures of Stormont are broken and incentivise division. Calling for reform of the institutions she urges the Government to look at the Good Friday Agreement where she believes 'modest and positive changes' can be made. Makes clear it would not be the first time this has happened. She says there will be another crisis before the end of"
X Link 2025-11-28T14:43Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"It's after an incident in Londonderry on Thursday read more here 👇 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/attempted-murder-police-londonderry-derry https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/attempted-murder-police-londonderry-derry https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/attempted-murder-police-londonderry-derry https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/attempted-murder-police-londonderry-derry"
X Link 2025-11-29T13:39Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Reclaim the Night activists march for an end to gender-based violence. Click here to read more 👇 https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/night-rally-belfast https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/night-rally-belfast"
X Link 2025-11-30T11:22Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🦠Bluetongue: 'Im concerned about how farmers are receiving biosecurity messages There could be serious financial consequences.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @uuponline Deputy Leader @RobbieButlerMLA. It comes as farming leaders in Northern Ireland continue talks today with Department of Agriculture officials as testing is ramped up after a suspected Bluetongue case in Co Down. Two cows were culled after the alarm was raised at an abattoir near Bangor. Mr Butler says he wants total assurances that farmers have been receiving biosecurity messages properly so the right measures"
X Link 2025-12-01T11:59Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🐄🗣 Growing concern over Blue Tongue Virus impacting livestock Its been confirmed the Blue Tongue Virus doesnt affect public health or food Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir said today if blue tongue virus animals are culled farmers will receive 50% of market value but are doing their upmost to eradicate the blue tongue virus The first two cows affected were found in Co. Down 🎤 Our reporter @RhiannonXMuise speaks with Glenn Cuddy Deputy President of the Ulster Farmers Union"
X Link 2025-12-01T18:01Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚨UPDATE: @TUVonline say unionists will take Belfast City Council to High Court over Palestinian flag. 👇Statement: 🚨NEW: Belfast City Council has voted [--] to [--] to fly the Palestinian flag. ✅The vote was taken at a meeting tonight. 📍@sinnfeinireland who proposed it say the flag will be flown tomorrow at Belfast City Hall. https://t.co/yc4hiFcgjc 🚨NEW: Belfast City Council has voted [--] to [--] to fly the Palestinian flag. ✅The vote was taken at a meeting tonight. 📍@sinnfeinireland who proposed it say the flag will be flown tomorrow at Belfast City Hall. https://t.co/yc4hiFcgjc"
X Link 2025-12-01T20:22Z 15.5K followers, 65.1K engagements
"🚨BREAKING: @sinnfeinireland MP @DaireHughesSF statement after 'sinister' online video showing men in masks with weapons. 🚨A video shared online shows masked men with guns reading a statement in which politicians are described as legitimate targets. The Newry and Armagh MP said: "The sinister threats issued by faceless thugs against elected members of Newry Mourne and Down are an attack on democracy and on the mandate each of us as elected members receives from the public.""
X Link 2025-12-01T21:31Z 15.5K followers, 13.8K engagements
"On-air and online: Palestinian flag put up at Belfast City Hall after council vote And you can read more here: https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/palestine-flag-erected-at-belfast-city-hall-after-council-vote https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/palestine-flag-erected-at-belfast-city-hall-after-council-vote https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/palestine-flag-erected-at-belfast-city-hall-after-council-vote https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/palestine-flag-erected-at-belfast-city-hall-after-council-vote"
X Link 2025-12-02T07:04Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨NEW: Palestinian flag flying at Belfast City Hall this morning as unionist legal challenge to be heard 🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 reports from Belfast. 🟢The Palestinian flag was raised above Belfast City Hall late last night after a @sinnfeinireland motion passed by [--] votes to [--]. As the Christmas Markets open there is a small police presence in the streets nearby. Sinn Fin say the move shows solidarity with the people of Gaza but the @duponline have described the process as scandalous. An @allianceparty amendment that proposed illuminating the City Hall in the colours of Palestine in"
X Link 2025-12-02T09:54Z 15.5K followers, 162K engagements
"🎥 Its beyond vile and reprehensible. 🗣 Alliance Deputy Leader Ein Tennyson condemns threats made against politicians in the Newry Mourne and Down area 🎤 He speaks to our reporter @TaraGriff"
X Link 2025-12-02T11:40Z 15.5K followers, [----] engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'A depressing attempt at culture wars particularly from hard-line unionism.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @SDLPlive councillor @SeamasBelfast. It comes after the Palestinian flag was raised above Belfast City Hall. It was flown after midnight on Tuesday following a vote at Monday evenings council meeting. A Sinn Fin motion to raise the flag on the next available day was passed by [--] votes to [--]. Samas de Faoite also spoke about the protest at the back of City Hall last night. He says things were said that he cant repeat on camera. 🚨NEW: Palestinian flag flying at"
X Link 2025-12-02T13:57Z 15.5K followers, 42.3K engagements
"🚨🗣NEW: 'People in Belfast are going about their normal business this is a humanitarian issue not unionist and nationalist.' 🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 speaking to @sinnfeinireland Councillor @CllrRyanMurphy. In the last hour a judge has rejected a legal bid to remove the Palestinian flag that has been erected on Belfast City Hall. A case was brought forward by unionists after what they said were issues with the Palestinian flag and the process at Belfast City Council. Councillor Murphy said that showing solidarity with the Palestinian people should be a priority. He says he disagrees"
X Link 2025-12-02T16:50Z 15.5K followers, 29.4K engagements
"🚫NEW: Belfast County Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland say "Belfast City Council is a cold house for Protestants/Unionists." 👇Statement from @OrangeOrder. 🚨NEW: Palestinian flag flying at Belfast City Hall this morning as unionist legal challenge to be heard 🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 reports from Belfast. 🟢The Palestinian flag was raised above Belfast City Hall late last night after a @sinnfeinireland motion passed by [--] https://t.co/GZKG7yTmnF 🚨NEW: Palestinian flag flying at Belfast City Hall this morning as unionist legal challenge to be heard 🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 reports"
X Link 2025-12-02T17:13Z 15.5K followers, 18.4K engagements
"On-air in SPORT 🏌♂we hear from @McIlroyRory who finished his opening round of the #AusOpenGolf overnight 🏊♂ NI pair @WiffenDaniel and Jack McMillan go for glory at the Euro Swim Champs in Poland"
X Link 2025-12-04T06:20Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🚫🗣NEW: 'We wont take lectures from the British Government No London Gov has ever acted in our best interests and never will.' 🎥🎤First Minister @moneillsf sitting down with Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 ahead of the British-Irish Council where she will meet Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. She says she will communicate the anger here following the Budget describing it as a missed opportunity." She claims there has been spin around the Budget but argues it still leaves Stormonts finances in a poor state. Michelle ONeill says many people have had enough of disappointment and want something"
X Link 2025-12-04T17:02Z 15.6K followers, 27.9K engagements
"'35 TRY ULSTER Ulster take the lead for the first time as Rob Herring barrels his way over after a maul Murphy converts again Ulster [--] Racing [--] 7"
X Link 2025-12-05T20:40Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"'74 TRY ULSTER The home side are running riot as they get their fifth try of the half and seventh overall as Zac Ward goes over in the corner Murphy produces an excellent conversion from way out on the left Ulster [--] Racing [--] 7"
X Link 2025-12-05T21:41Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"🏉🗣 We were a bit patchy at the start @UlsterRugby Head Coach Richie Murphy soak after tonights 61-7 victory at home to Racing [--] in their Challenge Cup opener They scored [--] second half tries after going behind early on"
X Link 2025-12-05T22:49Z 15.5K followers, [---] engagements
"American Pizza chain Papa Johns has announced plans to open [--] new stores across Northern Ireland over the next decade https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/papa-johns-to-open-20-stores-across-northern-ireland https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/papa-johns-to-open-20-stores-across-northern-ireland https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/papa-johns-to-open-20-stores-across-northern-ireland https://hellorayo.co.uk/cool-fm/local/news/papa-johns-to-open-20-stores-across-northern-ireland"
X Link 2025-12-08T09:40Z 15.6K followers, [----] engagements
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