Headlines From Belfast Newsletter Fri 31st Oct 2014

Belfast Newsletter News Life for killer of Ballymoney soldier A soldier found guilty of murdering his comrade in a vicious attack at their barracks has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 15 years. Read more... US envoy Hart: I'm happy to admit that I'm walking a fine line New US envoy Gary Hart has admitted that he is walking a “fine line” over his involvement in local political controversies. Read more... Agriculture centre stage at Farming Life/Danske Bank awards Body warmers and wellie boots were replaced by dress suits and bow ties on Thursday night as the Northern Ireland agriculture industry took its place in the spotlight with the Farming Life and Danske Bank Awards. Read more... Gary Hart: delicately candid realist who spoke with humility There was an air of much-needed realism to Gary Hart when he spoke to reporters over lunch yesterday at the US Consulate in south Belfast, writes political correspondent Sam McBride. Read more... Politicians' dismay at health unit closures Nigel Dodds has said a decision to close the minor injury unit at Whiteabbey Hospital has come as “a bolt from the blue”. Read more...   Sport Ulster's Stuart Olding in line to face Newport Gwent Dragons Ulster centre Stuart Olding is understood to have passed the concussion protocols and will face Newport Gwent Dragons in the Guinness PRO12 on Saturday evening in Kingspan Stadium, Belfast (7.35pm). Read more... Declan Fitzpatrick reamins in a positive frame of mind Declan Fitzpatrick has won seven Ireland caps and is closing in on a century for Ulster but how many would the tight head prop have won if he had of stayed fit? Read more... Nathan White the latest to add to Ireland's injury woes Connacht prop Nathan White will miss Ireland’s autumn Test series after rupturing a tendon in his upper arm in training with Joe Schmidt’s squad. Read more... Liverpool boss Rodgers believes Balotelli does not require protection Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers insists he has “no concern” about Mario Balotelli and that the controversial Reds striker does not need any kind of protection from provocation. Read more... Rangers chairman David Somers confirms no chief executive role for Derek Llambias Rangers interim executive chairman David Somers has hinted Derek Llambias may not end up being the club’s new chief executive. Read more...   Please do not respond directly to this email as this mailbox is not monitored. To contact Belfast Newsletter direct go to http://www.newsletter.co.uk/ and click on Contact Us Johnston Press are the publishers of Belfast Newsletter. You have received this email as you have subscribed to this newsletter on our website. Edit or Unsubscribe Preferences | Edit Your Profile Company Name: Johnston Press plc | Registered in Scotland no: SCO15382 | Registered Office: 108 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS

Headlines From Belfast Newsletter Thu 30th Oct 2014

Belfast Newsletter News Yet another night of violence in east Belfast: PSNI Trouble flared in east Belfast on Wednesday night for the fourth consecutive time. Read more... VIDEO: East Belfast trouble 'will only stop when someone is killed' The latest outbreaks of trouble in east Belfast are just a small part of what interface residents have had to endure for years. Read more... Finance minister confident of budget breakthrough A draft budget for Northern Ireland could finally be agreed this afternoon (Thursday) after a week of significant progress, the Finance Minister has said. Read more... Jean McConville: new arrest An arrest has been made by police looking into the notorious Jean McConville murder. Read more... Jury in soldier murder trial sent home A jury deliberating in the case of a soldier accused of murdering his comrade in barracks was yesterday sent home for the day. Read more...   Sport Rob Herring backs Ulster to do the job against Dragons With Rory Best away on international duty Rob Herring has the job of steadying the Ulster lineout. Read more... Dean Harrison set for Mar-Train move as Dan Kneen in Millsport Racing link Hot on the heels of Michael Dunlop’s unexpected departure from BMW Motorrad, there was more sensational news on Wednesday night concerning Manxman Dan Kneen and Bradford racer Dean Harrison. Read more... Guidetti grabs hat-trick as Celtic hammer six past Partick Thistle John Guidetti helped himself to a hat-trick as Celtic cruised into the Scottish League Cup semi-finals with a 6-0 pummelling of Partick Thistle who were made to pay the price for playing the second-half with 10 men. Read more... Dean Harrison in 'amicable' split from RC Express Racing Bradford’s Dean Harrison has parted company from RC Express Racing, paving the way for one of road racing’s most exciting young talents to join Northern Ireland team Mar-Train Racing. Read more... Simon Easterby finding positives with Ireland Ireland must turn their lengthy injury list into the chance to build greater depth for Rugby World Cup 2015, according to forwards coach Simon Easterby. Read more...   Please do not respond directly to this email as this mailbox is not monitored. To contact Belfast Newsletter direct go to http://www.newsletter.co.uk/ and click on Contact Us Johnston Press are the publishers of Belfast Newsletter. You have received this email as you have subscribed to this newsletter on our website. Edit or Unsubscribe Preferences | Edit Your Profile Company Name: Johnston Press plc | Registered in Scotland no: SCO15382 | Registered Office: 108 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS

Headlines From Belfast Newsletter Wed 29th Oct 2014

Belfast Newsletter News New US envoy clarifies 'one nation' comment about Ireland The new US envoy to Northern Ireland last night clarified pro-nationalist comments from 30 years ago and said that he “fully supports” the majority wish for the Province to remain part of the UK. Read more... VIDEO: Abortion campaigners bring pill protest north Dozens of women travelled to Northern Ireland from the Republic to obtain abortion pills on Tuesday, in a defiant stance against current laws on terminations. Read more... Road crash: four-vehicle accident in Co Armagh A Co Armagh village road has been shut in both directions after a four-vehicle crash. Read more... Road crash: Holywood The PSNI advised motorists that delays can be expected after a two-vehicle crash in the Holywood area. Read more... Elderly woman treated for shock after east Belfast disturbance Two houses have had their windows damaged during a third night of disturbances at an east Belfast interface on Tuesday night. Read more...   Sport Phillip McCallen backs Michael Dunlop over shock departure from BMW Ulster road racing great Phillip McCallen says Michael Dunlop’s shock departure from BMW Motorrad will only strengthen his resolve to prove once again that it’s the man, not the bike, that wins races at the Isle of Man TT. Read more... Stephen Robinson rejects Watford deal to remain at Northern Ireland Stephen Robinson has firmly nailed his colours to the mast by rejecting a big-money coaching offer from Watford and sticking with Northern Ireland. Read more... GOLF:Forgotten hero Caldwell looking to make up for lost time Egypt Northern Ireland’s forgotten hero Jonny Caldwell sets out today (Wednesday) on the next stage of a long and difficult road to win a place on the European PGA Tour. Read more... McCoist desperate to avoid Celtic in League Cup semi-finals Rangers boss Ally McCoist admits he is desperate to avoid a draw against Celtic after his side scraped into the League Cup semi-finals. Read more... Blues blow two goal lead as Crusaders win at Windsor Warren Feeney’s Linfield blew a two goal lead as they surrendered the Toals County Antrim Shield in a dramatic quarter final tie at Windsor Park. Read more...   Please do not respond directly to this email as this mailbox is not monitored. To contact Belfast Newsletter direct go to http://www.newsletter.co.uk/ and click on Contact Us Johnston Press are the publishers of Belfast Newsletter. You have received this email as you have subscribed to this newsletter on our website. Edit or Unsubscribe Preferences | Edit Your Profile Company Name: Johnston Press plc | Registered in Scotland no: SCO15382 | Registered Office: 108 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS

Headlines From Belfast Newsletter Tue 28th Oct 2014

Belfast Newsletter News VIDEO: Vote for neutrality at Queen's student union welcomed Pro-neutrality students at Queen’s University Belfast have spoken of their happiness after a poll overwhelmingly endorsed a move to prevent the Students’ Union (SU) taking sides on the constitutional position of Northern Ireland. Read more... Sinn Fein hails 'victory for democratic process' at Queen's as motion defeated A Sinn Fein pro-united Ireland campaigner has said she is proud of the response students had shown to Monday’s border poll, while her student group pledged to revisit the issue in future. Read more... Two injured in East Belfast trouble A PSNI officer and a teenager have been injured and one man arrested after police dealt with “pockets of disorder” in parts of east Belfast on Monday night. Read more... Man charged with making threats to kill A 30-year-old man is expected to appear in court this morning charged with making threats to kill and disorderly behaviour. Read more... Gregory Campbell: Council's new name 'own goal' by nationalists Nationalists who over-ruled a compromise name for a new supercouncil have “scored a major own goal”, said an MP. Read more...   Sport Manchester United back new U13 event at Dale Farm Milk Cup Manchester United have given the thumbs up to a new competition for young players at next summer’s Dale Farm Milk Cup Read more... Rangers manager Ally McCoist's job 'not at risk' Ally McCoist insists he has been told his job as Rangers manager is safe. Read more... Lurgan Golf Club embracing opportunity to grow the game Progressive Lurgan Golf Club is bucking the trend and embracing junior golfers in a bid to secure the long-term future of the club. Read more... Darren Clarke to speak at Dublin's K Club To celebrate the first anniversary of Educogym at The K Club, 2011 Open Champion golfer and Ryder Cup hero, Darren Clarke will be the guest of honour at an engaging and interactive evening, ‘An Audience with Darren Clarke’. Read more... Jonny McMullan finishes second in final of Formula Ford Festival Jonny McMullan finished second at Brands Hatch in the annual Formula Ford Festival Final. Read more...   Please do not respond directly to this email as this mailbox is not monitored. To contact Belfast Newsletter direct go to http://www.newsletter.co.uk/ and click on Contact Us Johnston Press are the publishers of Belfast Newsletter. You have received this email as you have subscribed to this newsletter on our website. Edit or Unsubscribe Preferences | Edit Your Profile Company Name: Johnston Press plc | Registered in Scotland no: SCO15382 | Registered Office: 108 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS