Sara O’Kane @sara_utv Twitter profile

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Sara O’Kane

@sara_utv

4 years

A shout out to the ladies @ONeills1918 as work begins making scrubs for our #NHS staff. This clothing will protect & save lives. As the orders come in it's hoped those who lost their jobs last week will all be back to work soon. #COVID19 #UTV

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2 years

The 'brave' son of James O'Flaherty who was killed in the Creeslough petrol station explosion on Friday had this to say at his father's funeral. 12 year old Hamish O'Flaherty told mourners 'be grateful for your families ... because they won't be there forever'. #UTV

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7 years

Uniformed officers from @PoliceServiceNI & @GardaTraffic clapped as they take part in #Belfastpride for the first time.

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6 years

Representatives from local @UlsterGAA club Bredagh GAC visit Ballynafeigh Orange Hall on the Ormeau Road. A first for Belfast.

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2 years

His name is Billy. Billy lives on the streets & lives with a heroin addiction. Billy told me 'I'm a 37 yo man with no teeth & no dignity'. He also watched his friend die in front of him from a drugs overdose. Take a walk in someone else's shoes. More on #UTV at 6pm.

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5 years

Back to work tomorrow 🎥 after being off for a month to do this 👇🏼 I’m now an O’Kane but will always be a Moore at heart. #newname #newtwitterhandle

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Sara O’Kane

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4 years

I've played hockey, football, rugby and more but for the 1st time at 38 yo I tried Gaelic football. It wasn't a sport I had the opportunity to play growing up & I love it. Even though I can't solo & it still takes me a while to figure out the score! #Sportis4All #MothersANDOthers

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4 years

Depressing and disgusting. Always watch GAA now thinking it’s the one sport I’d loved to have played but didn’t have any exposure to as a teenager. We need to stop politicising sport, in every way.

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2 years

The Chief Commissioner for NI Human Rights has told the NI Affairs Committee that @BrandonLewis bill on legacy is 'clearly' in breach of the Human Rights Act & there 'is a very substantial interference with the rule of law'. It's 'troubling' & has a 'cavalier disregard'. #UTV

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6 years

They are history makers. @IreWomenHockey team arrive home heros after their #WorldCupHockey success. More on #UTVlive at 6.

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1 month

The Princess Royal has arrived @swccollege in Enniskillen as part of her visit to Northern Ireland. Princess Anne carried out an earlier engagement in the North West. #UTV

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5 years

Having played hockey 🏑 all my life & a bit of football & other sports - for the first time tonight I tried Gaelic. Loved it! It’s a pity I was never given the opportunity at school! But who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks!! 💪🏾 #MondayMotivation #bettergetpracticing

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4 years

This is 90 year old Kathleen McCain from Omagh. She is on her way home after beating #COVID19 👏 More on her remarkable recovery on #UTVlive tonight at 6pm 🌈

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6 years

Paddy Jackson has been found not guilty of rape & sexual assault. Stuart Olding has been found not guilty of rape. Two other men charged have been found not guilty. The jury of 8 men & 3 women reached a unanimous decision after 3 hrs 45 mins.

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8 months

The funeral of 9 year old Ronan Wilson who was killed in a hit & run in Co Donegal at the weekend is underway in Dunamore in Co Tyrone. #UTV

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2 years

So many of you have been reacting to Billy. We chatted about so much. Billy comes from a loving family. Here's what he told me when I asked him about life not turning out the way he had hoped or dreamed. Billy wanted to be a paramedic! @RobinSwannMoH @moneillsf @J_Donaldson_MP

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3 years

Six members of Jennifer Jordan's family were killed during the Troubles. Six. Including her father. Shot dead in the back near his Co Armagh home. Jennifer heard the shots & ran to her dying father. In that moment she says she felt god's peace with her. #legacy

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2 years

Sinn Fein's @jemma_dolan is elected at the first count for #FermanaghSouthTyrone she topped the poll with 9067 votes. #AE22 #UTVVote22

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5 years

The couple who scooped £115m on #Euromillions are Frances & Patrick Connolly from Moria. They plan to share the cash with 50 special people in their lives

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2 years

Some famous faces in Clogher Co Tyrone last night for the start of the #Twelfth celebrations. @FMTDistOrange #UTV

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7 years

Fans honour their hero @derrycityfc Captain Ryan McBride.

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3 years

Tonight the sisters of Charlotte Murray & Lisa Dorian tell me they feel hopeful there could be a change in the law here stopping killers who refuse to give up their victim's body from getting parole. The pair met with @naomi_long & the Parole board for the first time this week.

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@sara_utv

6 years

My thoughts & prayers are with the family of Robert Holmes. Tonight police confirmed his body was recovered from the Three Mile Water area of Newtownabbey earlier. He was loved very much. Robert went missing a week ago today.

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@sara_utv

5 years

Hello Hollywood ✈️

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Sara O’Kane

@sara_utv

9 years

This is how to celebrate. @OfficialIrishFA http://t.co/WWqJJF38XY

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@sara_utv

3 years

Meet the amazing @IslaMcgonigle who lost all her hair during lockdown. The Tyrone teenager has bravely opened up about her @AlopeciaUK & is hoping to inspire others & remove the stigma. She is a class act & could teach us all a few things or two! Tonight on #UTV at 6pm. ✨

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@sara_utv

6 years

The families of those murdered in Loughinisland in 1994 gather outside Heights bar to show support for two journalists arrested over alleged stolen documents linked to a programme made about the loyalist killings

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6 years

Well that was emotional. Good-bye Havelock house over the years it has felt like home mainly because I spend so much time here 😂 #newbeginnings

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@sara_utv

5 years

Feel so refreshed after getting soaked at Gaelic training tonight. Good for head, heart & soul. Think I managed to squeeze in some footie, netball & prob hockey 🤣 as I still try to master the game 🙈 oh & when do you stop counting 4 steps out loud or is that just me? #newsport

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Sara O’Kane

@sara_utv

5 years

Going to miss the weekly craic in the Belfast newsroom. Thank you all! So it’s official from February I will be based in the south west as a district reporter. Get in touch if you have a story for me. #newbeginnings

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@sara_utv

8 years

One NI fan boarding plane says "I've been here for 16 days. I told the wife I was only going out for a pint of milk". 😳 #gawa #

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@sara_utv

5 years

Maybe those who planted the bomb near the Fermanagh border should read this. The reality of what it’s like when someone you love is taken away from you. #heartbreaking

Adam Clark

@adamclarkitv

5 years

Pc Andrew Harper’s wife Lissie has this evening issued this statement following the death of her husband.

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2 years

Many vigils are happening across this island right now to remember #AshlingMurphy . A minute silence was held & music played here in Belfast to pay tribute to the 23 yo teacher murdered while out running. #UTV

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@sara_utv

3 years

Tonight I had the pleasure of catching up again with 83yo Kathleen McGarrity from Omagh who has decided to shield during lockdown once again to protect herself. Kathleen lives alone & it's tough. She is an inspiring lady with great strength. Definitely worth a watch at 6pm. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

Taoiseach @LeoVaradkar is taking part in this year’s Pride #UTV

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@sara_utv

3 years

Just another UK business not delivering to NI. @DUPleader @moneillsf #Brexit

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@sara_utv

7 years

Prince Harry arrives in Ballymena for his first ever visit to NI. He's meeting with Ambulances at the town's HQ. Screaming girls here too.

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5 years

Victims of clerical & institutional abuse are protesting outside Castle Coole where the SoS Karen Bradley is holding a garden party. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

Toughest run I’ve done!!! But the views 🏔 were out of this world. I hope the lady we pushed up the hill who was walking the full marathon made it. 💪🏾 #CausewayHalfMarathon #iwillbesoretomorrow

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@sara_utv

5 years

Meet the new man on the block ⁦- Kyle Black⁩ has been elected for the ⁦ @duponline ⁩ Kyle’s father David Black a prison officer was murdered by dissident republicans in 2012. #UTV ⁦ @MidUlster_DC ⁩

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@sara_utv

6 years

Buen Camino ... 70 kilometres in 3 days. Northern Spain you are beautiful. Thank you #CaminodeSantiago

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@sara_utv

3 years

A sweaty park run selfie on a Saturday. Good to be back! I can't believe it I smashed my PB. Running the roads during lockdown definitely paid off. Thanks to all the volunteers @Carrickparkrun #thesmallthingsmeansomuch 🏃🏻‍♀️

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5 years

One of the most gut-wrenching interviews I’ve watched. Disgusting to think other human beings could be so cruel. Only admiration for Kevin Lunney. His grace shines through. @BBCSpotlightNI

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@sara_utv

4 years

Workers at Linden Foods in Dungannon have walked out over social distancing concerns. Around 100 employees refused to start their shift. #COVID19 #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

Out walking in Whitehead. I love this place but my thoughts are very much in County Tyrone. God bless all the families & friends hurting tonight. RIP 💕

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Sara O’Kane

@sara_utv

4 years

Proud of this man @prunchy8 😊 #okane

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Sara O’Kane

@sara_utv

6 years

This is a lovely tribute. My heart is with Robert’s family. I pray they find light in the darkness. 🙏

Snow Patrol

@snowpatrol

6 years

This is our friend Robert Holmes singing the last song he ever wrote. Last week Robert took his own life. The song is (heartbreakingly) called Push Back The Darkness One More Day.

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4 years

A special moment outside the Emergency Department at the #SWAH in Enniskillen. Those on the frontline what to thank the community for all they are doing to protect the #NHS . A minute silence was also held for those who have passed away #COVID19 #UTV

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2 years

The families of 8 men murdered in the 1992 Teebane IRA bombing gathered to remember their loved ones today. Harry King survived the attack & spoke for the first time in 30yrs. But when asked what he remembers about that day he broke down. It's still to painful. More on #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge have arrived at Extern’s Roscor Youth Village in Co. Fermanagh. The royal couple are meeting some of the young people supported by the charity . #UTV

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@sara_utv

1 year

A big turnout at @TyroneGAALive launch of the 'Enough is Enough' campaign calling for an upgrade to the A5. Since it was given the go ahead by the Assembly in 2007 44 people have died. Families who have lost loved ones on the road are here along with local representatives. #UTV

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@sara_utv

3 months

Tonight we speak to a Tyrone landowner set to lose up to 5O acres if the A5 upgrade goes ahead but Stephen Kee has already lost so much more to the road. He believes the Dual carriageway is desperately needed. It comes as the Irish Gov has pledged €600m for the WTC project. #UTV

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Sara O’Kane

@sara_utv

4 years

Just thinking of those who have been social distance dating during lockdown. If you are heading out for the first time together tonight for a meal or drink in your bubble. I hope you have a brilliant time. #loveinlockdown ❤️

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@sara_utv

3 years

Thanks to @PSNIFermOmagh for the use a phone to call my mum to get my husband's number after I locked myself out of my car at the bomb alert in Omagh. Thanks to the photographer who took the number down & the walker who offered to let me use his house phone. #ThatisKindness

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@sara_utv

7 years

When your friend in Glasgow sends a video asking “what is this?” ... this is when comms fails you & you can’t hear the gallery so as a reporter at the scene you simply just keep talking! #livetv

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@sara_utv

2 years

The reality of reporting on your own in this weather 🤣. Our cameraman Gary was out first thing on the Glenshane Pass. Our @barbara_utv was out & about in the Dungannon / Cookstown area & I've been all over parts of Fermanagh/Tyrone. More on the weather coming up. @UTVNews

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@sara_utv

2 years

The Milk bank at the SWAH is URGENTLY appealling to new mums to donate breast milk. Stocks are low after a busy Christmas & NY. From Jan to Dec 2021 the bank's helped 558 babies, including 92 sets of twins, 11 sets of triplets and 1 set of quads across the island. 🍼 @UTVNews

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@sara_utv

3 years

Loughmacrory you are fast becoming one of my favourite spots. Beautiful morning for a run & of course a dip! 🧜🏽‍♀️🥶🤩 #justgetin

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@sara_utv

4 years

Tell you what. Instead of hiding behind some cartoon version of what you clearly wished you looked like on Twitter show your own face before commenting on others. Glad you enjoy watching us & the great job we do though! Thanks #ifyouhavenothingkindtosaybequiet

Gee_McK

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@MichaelAodhan @JudeHill_utv Just concerned about a swollen face, looks painful

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3 years

BEST. NEWS. EVER.

Claire Graham

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3 years

The seal spotted in Belfast Harbour with a can of red bull attached to its mouth has been rescued in Scotland. Exploris seal rescue team says it has had the can removed.

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3 years

@RobinSwannMoH says he has been sent the clip of @vanmorrison & he is 'disappointed'. He believes last night's comments by the singer appear to be both a 'political & personal attack' but RS says it won't distract him from doing his job. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

Thanks to all the volunteers at the #laganside10k today. I can only apologise for the projectile vomit 🤢 at the finishing line! Poor hedge 🌳 it was worth it though for the PB 🤣 #ifeltgreatafter

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@sara_utv

3 years

This is what self - shooting, editing & sending a late court report looks like. 🤯😂 Hands up who is happy it is Friday? 👐🤩 #chaosinmycar

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@sara_utv

8 years

Northern Ireland has made history. The @NorthernIreland team thanked fans & the #gawa thanked them.

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@sara_utv

5 years

The @duponline Ian McCrea former MLA & the son of former DUP MP William McCrea has been eliminated❌ . He only managed 899 votes. The lowest in first preference. #LE19 #UTV

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@sara_utv

8 years

Heros to fans in Belfast @NorthernIreland

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@sara_utv

5 years

I’ve been to St Michael’s College in Enniskillen where celebrations are continuing after the school lifted the All-Ireland schools title at the weekend. We’ll have more from the Hogan Cup Heroes in sport at 6pm. #UTV @FermanaghGAA

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@sara_utv

5 years

Great way to start Christmas Day. @parkrunUK

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@sara_utv

3 years

A big thank you to @GALBALLY_RUNNERS for my first organised road race in I can't remember how long. My goodness that hill at mile 4 & the last push 🥵. Loved it now it's over!😅. Thanks for the grub after. #Galbally5mile #NIYouAreHot ☀️

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@sara_utv

4 years

St Scire's PS in Trillick in County Tyrone has decided to close on Monday due to the concerns over #COVID19 & will review the ongoing situation. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

The funeral of 17 yo Morgan Barnard is underway at St Patrick’s in Dungannon. Morgan died along with 17 yo Lauren Bullock & Connor Currie who was 16 in a crushing incident at Greenvale Hotel in Cookstown. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

The Duchess got stuck in & helped pitch a tent. Extern’s Roscor Youth Village helps over 2000 young people from both sides of the border each a year. Those supported here face some of the most difficult challenges in life including mental health, abuse & addiction. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

The last Gaelic training session before Saturday’s Mothers & Others tournament at @TrillickGAC It’s been so much fun trying out a new sport 💪🏾 #stillcantsolo #sportisforall

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@sara_utv

6 years

I made the race!!! Thanks to @MalluskHarriers & all the volunteers. Tough route but well worth it. 🏃🏻‍♀️💨 #keeponrunning

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5 years

Deputy leader of ⁦ @sinnfeinireland ⁩ ⁦ @moneillsf ⁩ reacts to the murder of journalist Lyra McKee in L/Derry last night by dissident republicans. #UTV

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@sara_utv

5 years

Ready to sleigh the Stormont 5k #JingleAllTheWay5k

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@sara_utv

2 years

A special run will held on Sunday in Enniskillen as a tribute to #AshlingMurphy . Running clubs across Fermanagh are coming together. The 23 yo teacher was murdered while out jogging in Co Offaly. The running community want to pay their respects. #UTV

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@sara_utv

8 years

A new boxing statue unveiled in Woodvale park in the Greater Shankill area celebrating local boxing heros. @RealCFrampton @paddyb_ireland

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@sara_utv

3 years

An Anti-Protocol parade & rally is underway in Enniskillen. #UTV

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@sara_utv

4 years

Nurses are back on the picket-line at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen. #HealthStrike #UTV

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@sara_utv

7 years

Prince William arrives at mental health charity #Inspire in Belfast.

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@sara_utv

6 years

Bring it on @marathonbcm 🏋🏻‍♀️

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@sara_utv

4 years

When will @parkrun be back? Competitive sport allowed. Spectators allowed. So what about our Saturday 5ks? Easy to social distance when you can't keep up 😜 #parkrun

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6 years

Lovely after work run through London. How’s the training back in Belfast for @marathonbcm @JudeHill_utv @Paul_UTV & @sharon_utv 🤔💪🏽🏋🏻‍♀️🏋🏻‍♂️

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@sara_utv

4 years

Could whoever removed the sign from the end of my road please put it back? 😉

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@sara_utv

6 months

When Ards comes to Trillick @Paul_UTV 🏆

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@sara_utv

6 years

I’ve said it before & I’m going to say it again @DIYSOS is one of the best shows on TV. Brilliant people doing a brilliant job in changing lives. @MrNickKnowles

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@sara_utv

3 years

Tonight we have a special report from inside the Covid Ward at the #SWAH . During our time there this happened 👇. It was a privilege to chat to staff & patients. My thoughts & prayers are with those in ICU fighting for their lives. More on #UTV at 6pm.

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@sara_utv

2 years

Hold on to your camera🎥 it's definitely windy on the North Coast as #StormDudley is set to hit. An amber warning ⚠️is in place for this part of the country. Stay safe. #UTV

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@sara_utv

4 years

Police are treating an attack on the Ballygawley bus bombing memorial as a sectarian hate crime. It's believed the damage was caused overnight. @SEFFLisnaskea #UTV

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5 years

Coming up on #UTVlive at 6pm I’ve been to a special training session with ⁦ @UlsterGAA ⁩ Wheelchair Hurlers & finding out how this project is helping with physical & mental health. And ⁦ @Kellygallagher ⁩ puts down her skis 🎿 & shows off her hurling skills #UTV

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4 years

Tonight I've been to Loughmacrory in Tyrone where the craze for cold water dipping is catching on. More on #UTV at 6pm. #yesitwasfreezingbutrefreshing

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@sara_utv

4 years

That’s that ⁦ @gildernewm ⁩ has kept her seat in #FermanaghSouthTyrone by 57 votes 🗳 There are now more nationalist MP’s than Unionist for the first time. #UTV

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@sara_utv

7 years

I have so much respect for our emergency services. All the crews involved in today's Mourne mountain rescue were brilliant. Thank you.

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@sara_utv

4 years

At first I thought it was fake but Father Jimmy has told me it was a joke in good faith & he's received praise for giving people a laugh including a number of Lodges. Did you know it was a joke? More from Lisnaskea later on #UTV

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@sara_utv

2 years

What a beautiful morning for a swim 🌞. Be safe & explore. #HiddenNI

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@sara_utv

4 years

Beautiful morning run around Blackhead path. It's reopened after being closed for nearly 2 years due to saftey issues . Not much has changed along the path 🤔. But the views will always be my favourite. #Home