Headlines From Belfast Newsletter Thu 15th May 2014

Belfast Newsletter News Fresh Maze fears for victims A victims umbrella group has renewed its call for a peace centre to be taken “permanently off the table” for the Maze while there is a chance it may incorporate prison buildings revered by republicans. Read more... Royal seal of approval as Balmoral Show gets under way at Maze site The first day of the 146th Balmoral Show was given the Royal seal of approval yesterday as Princess Anne toured the stalls and sampled some of the delights of the annual event which brings the countryside to the city. Read more... No room at the inn for thirsty Nigel Farage There was no room at the inn for Nigel Farage yesterday as the UKIP leader was turned away by Belfast’s famous Crown Liquor Saloon, leaving the anti-EU politician to cross the road for a pint in the Europa Hotel. Read more... A perfect start for the 2014 Balmoral Show The 2014 Balmoral Show got off to a dream start yesterday as thousands of visitors and competitors streamed into the Maze site to see the best of Ulster agriculture. Read more... Pair are jailed for manslaughter of man who died two years after attack Two men were yesterday jailed for the part they played in the manslaughter of Armagh man Lee Smyth, who died two years after receiving “catastrophic” head injuries in an early morning assault. Read more...   Sport Portadown issue statement of intent with Michael Gault and Mark McAllister deals Portadown issued a significant statement of intent on Wednesday with the signings of released Linfield duo Michael Gault and Mark McAllister. Read more... Stephen Robinson hoping Under 15 side can test Belgium Northern Ireland Under 15 manager Stephen Robinson has named an 18-player squad for next week’s invitation internationals against Belgium. Read more... Kevin Bradley and Jordan Hughes are released by Glentoran Glentoran have released defender Kevin Bradley and versatile forward Jordan Hughes. Read more... Matt Tipton admits Ballymena United deal was an 'easy decision' Matt Tipton admits it was a “simple decision” to join Ballymena United after meeting with manager Glenn Ferguson. Read more... Eddie Patterson airs delight at David Howland contract extension Eddie Patterson believes midfielder David Howland will be a pivotal part of Glentoran’s Premiership fortunes next season. 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