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Gaelic Games: St Gall’s and St Brigid’s host ‘Hurling for Hunger’

https://belfastmedia.com/gaelic-games-st-gall-s-and-st-brigid-s-host-hurling-for-hunger-with-charity-the-major-winner

Published: October 17, 2024 14:14

COMMUNITY is central to the ethos of the GAA and that spirit will be epitomised this Saturday during the second ‘Hurling for Hunger’ charity tournament that is co-hosted by St Gall’s and St Brigid’s.

Soccer: Cumann Spoirt an Phobail’s Corr scoops Football for All Award

https://belfastmedia.com/soccer-cumann-spoirt-an-phobail-s-corr-scoops-football-for-all-award

Published: October 17, 2024 14:13

CUMANN Spoirt An Phobail's (CSP) Michael Core has picked up the regional Football for All Award at the recent McDonald’s Irish FA Grassroots Football Awards.

Portrait of former Lord Mayor Niall Ó Donnghaile to be removed from City Hall

https://belfastmedia.com/portrait-of-former-lord-mayor-niall-o-donnghaile-to-be-removed-from-city-hall

Published: October 17, 2024 13:50

A PORTRAIT of former Lord Mayor Niall Ó Donnghaile is to be removed from Belfast City Hall.

North Belfast recycling centre to close for three weeks for safety repairs

https://belfastmedia.com/north-belfast-recycling-centre-to-close-for-three-weeks-for-safety-repairs

Published: October 17, 2024 13:00

A NORTH Belfast recycling centre is to be closed to the public for three weeks for safety repairs.

Martin's walking challenge to raise money for vital cancer services

https://belfastmedia.com/martin-s-walking-challenge-to-raise-money-for-local-cancer-charity

Published: October 17, 2024 09:19

A WEST Belfast man is taking part in a 5k for 55 days challenge to raise money for a local cancer charity.

Man arrested after Falls Road house fire

https://belfastmedia.com/man-arrested-after-west-belfast-house-fire

Published: October 17, 2024 09:04

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a house fire in West Belfast.

Man suffers 'life-threatening' injuries after serious assault in West Belfast

https://belfastmedia.com/man-suffers-life-threatening-injuries-after-serious-assault-in-townsend-street

Published: October 17, 2024 09:02

A MAN has been taken to hospital for treatment to life-threatening injuries after a serious assault in West Belfast.

WE SAY: Yes, we can say two things at once

https://belfastmedia.com/we-say-yes-we-can-say-two-things-at-once

Published: October 17, 2024 08:31

IT is entirely possible to point out that Sinn Féin need to learn lessons about recent controversies involving party reps and employees and at the same time point out – in week three – that the party is held to a standard so much more rigorous than other…

OBITUARY: Eileen Loughran's impact will last forever

https://belfastmedia.com/obituary-eileen-loughran-much-more-than-a-matriarch

Published: October 17, 2024 08:18

THE Oxford English Dictionary defines a matriarch as "a woman who is the head of a family or tribe". For those who knew Eileen Loughran, she was that and so much more.

Colin Valley Golf Club wins Ulster Four-Ball Championship for the first time in club history

https://belfastmedia.com/colin-valley-golf-club-wins-ulster-four-ball-championship-for-the-first-time-in-club-history

Published: October 16, 2024 16:19

COLIN Valley Golf Club is delighted to announce that its Men's Ulster Four-Ball Team has won the prestigious Ulster Four-Ball Golf Ireland Interclub Championship for the first time in the club’s history.

Packed programme of events for Féile na Carraige

https://belfastmedia.com/feile-na-carraige-launch

Published: October 16, 2024 12:21

GAEL-Ionad Mhic Goill was packed for the launch of the annual Féile na Carraige.

Belfast and Birmingham join forces at AIabama AI Roundtable

https://belfastmedia.com/belfast-and-birmingham-join-forces-at-aiabama-ai-roundtable

Published: October 16, 2024 11:20

Belfast and Birmingham, Alabama strengthened business, academic, and tech links last week at a groundbreaking transatlantic AI Roundtable in the US.

Just days remaining to nominate for Aisling Arts and Culture Award

https://belfastmedia.com/days-remaining-to-nominate-for-aisling-arts-and-culture-award

Published: October 16, 2024 07:19

TG4 is back as a sponsor for next month’s Aisling Arts and Culture Award.

Muay Thai: McGreevy claims world title in impressive fashion

https://belfastmedia.com/muay-thai-mcgreevy-claims-world-title-in-impressive-fashion

Published: October 15, 2024 19:37

IT was a night to remember for Niall McGreevy in Verona, Italy on Saturday as the Lenadoon man claimed the WBC welterweight Muay Thai title with a dominant victory over Thailand's Detchrit Sitsonpeenong.

Binding fortunes of Belfast and Birmingham is a case of being where puck is going to be

https://belfastmedia.com/binding-the-fortunes-of-belfast-and-birmingham-is-a-case-of-being-where-the-puck-is-going-to-be

Published: October 15, 2024 19:28

In Birmingham, Alabama last week for the inaugural Irish Roundtable in the Magic City hosted by Aisling Events, I thought back 16 years to the initial New York-New Belfast annual conference.  At that time, Belfast's links to the powerful American diaspora…

Niall Ó Donnghaile reveals he sent inappropriate messages

https://belfastmedia.com/niall

Published: October 15, 2024 15:57

FORMER Senator Niall Ó Donnghaile has revealed he is the Sinn Féin member who stepped down after sending inappropriate messages.

Under-fire DUP Minister for Education meets Irish language group at Stormont

https://belfastmedia.com/dup-minister-for-education-meets-irish-language-group-at-stormont

Published: October 15, 2024 14:42

DUP Education Minister Paul Givan has met with an Irish language organisation at Stormont to discuss Irish medium youth services.

Man rescued from house fire on Springfield Road

https://belfastmedia.com/man-rescued-from-house-fire-on-springfield-road

Published: October 15, 2024 14:08

A MAN has been rescued after becoming trapped during a fire at a house on the Springfield Road on Tuesday morning.

WATCH: Hundreds queue to see Saint Bernadette relics in Belfast for the first time

https://belfastmedia.com/hundreds-queue-to-see-saint-bernadette-relics-in-belfast-for-the-first-time

Published: October 15, 2024 13:33

HUNDREDS of people are queuing outside St Mary's Church in Chapel Lane to see the relics of Saint Bernadette, which are on tour in Ireland for the first time.

Education Minister criticised for meeting LCC but declining meetings with 205 other groups

https://belfastmedia.com/education-minister-criticised-for-meeting-lcc-but-declining-meetings-with-205-other-groups

Published: October 15, 2024 11:06

EDUCATION Minister Paul Givan has declined 205 meetings with groups or organisations since he took up office, it has emerged.

Belfast City Centre to come alive this Halloween with Spooky Spectacles for all ages

https://belfastmedia.com/belfast-city-centre-to-come-alive-this-halloween-with-spooky-spectacles-for-all-ages

Published: October 15, 2024 09:24

BELFAST city centre is set to be transformed into a Halloween wonderland, with thrilling events and eye-catching spectacles courtesy of Belfast ONE and Belfast City Council.

Finbarr (12) left 'scared' and 'traumatised' after being struck with a firework

https://belfastmedia.com/finbarr-12-left-scared-and-traumatised-after-being-struck-with-a-firework

Published: October 15, 2024 09:19

A WEST Belfast mother says her son has been left "scared" and "traumatised" after being injured by a firework at the weekend.

Gaelic Games: Lámh Dhearg claim camogie Development Cup

https://belfastmedia.com/gaelic-games-lamh-dhearg-claim-camogie-development-cup

Published: October 15, 2024 08:37

Lámh Dhearg won the Antrim Camogie Development Cup on Sunday in a keenly contested match against Loch Mór Dál gCais - a magnificent achievement considering this was only the second year the club has fielded a senior team after a 30+ year hiatus.

Gaelic Games: Film on Gort na Móna to premiere

https://belfastmedia.com/gaelic-games-film-on-gort-na-mona-to-premiere

Published: October 15, 2024 08:17

A new film about West Belfast GAA club Gort na Móna is to be screened at their clubhouse this Friday (October 18).

Sinister sign threatening workers at Boyne Bridge removed by PSNI

https://belfastmedia.com/sinister-sign-at-boyne-bridge-removed-by-psni

Published: October 14, 2024 15:40

A SIGN containing sinister graffiti targeting workers at the Boyne Bridge near Sandy Row has been removed by police

Tributes paid to renowned Irish folk musician Francis McPeake III

https://belfastmedia.com/tributes-paid-to-renown-irish-folk-musician-francis-mcpeake-iii

Published: October 14, 2024 15:06

TRIBUTES have been paid to renowned folk musician Francis McPeake III, who will be remembered as a "mentor, tutor and friend" to many.

Gaelic Games: Cargin edge Portglenone in extra-time to retain title

https://belfastmedia.com/gaelic-games-cargin-edge-portglenone-in-extra-time-to-retain-title

Published: October 14, 2024 10:04

CARGIN completed a three-in-a-row in Antrim football as they edged home in extra-time against Portglenone at Corrigan Park on Sunday.

Basketball: Star still seeking opening win after defeat at Neptune

https://belfastmedia.com/basketball-star-still-seeking-opening-win-after-defeat-at-neptune

Published: October 14, 2024 09:57

Belfast Star will be hoping to break their duck when they host Demons at the New Forge Complex on Saturday night following back-to-back defeats in the All Ireland SuperLeague.

Award winning screenwriter inspires students at Malone Integrated College

https://belfastmedia.com/award-winning-screenwriter-inspires-students-at-malone-integrated-college

Published: October 14, 2024 08:53

BELFAST born screenwriter Christine Murphy has delivered a workshop on careers in film-making and focusing on script writing to students at Malone Integrated College.

Almost half a million funding for Corpus Christi Youth Centre

https://belfastmedia.com/almost-half-a-million-funding-for-corpus-christi-youth-centre

Published: October 14, 2024 08:52

CORPUS Christi Youth Centre in Ballymurphy is to benefit from almost half a million pounds worth of National Lottery Community funding.

Councillor says Colin residents should be able to access Cutts recycling centre

https://belfastmedia.com/councillors-says-colin-residents-should-be-able-to-access-cutts-recycling-centre

Published: October 14, 2024 08:51

COLIN residents should be able to use a nearby recycling centre despite it being in a different council area, a West Belfast councillor has said.

Gaelic Games: Ballymena power past St Teresa's to land Intermediate honours

https://belfastmedia.com/gaelic-games-ballymena-power-past-st-teresa-s-to-land-intermediate-honours

Published: October 13, 2024 12:49

THE trend in Antrim Intermediate football continued in Toome on Saturday as All Saints made up for disappointment in the previous year's final to take the ultimate step.

Gaelic Games: St Comgall's edge Aggies to land Junior football title

https://belfastmedia.com/gaelic-games-st-comgall-s-edge-aggies-to-land-junior-football-title

Published: October 13, 2024 10:22

ST COMGALL'S dealt with the elements better and survived a late scare to the lift the Antrim Junior Football Championship, defeating St Agnes on a wintry Saturday afternoon in Hightown.

New Irish language anime has strong Belfast connections

https://belfastmedia.com/new-irish-language-anime-has-strong-belfast-connections

Published: October 12, 2024 08:37

THERE is a strong Belfast connection with a new Irish language anime series that’s set to be broadcast next week.

Fire, kidnap, escape: Events surrounding the burning of Long Kesh to be recalled 50 years on

https://belfastmedia.com/burning-of-long-kesh-to-be-remembered-50-years-on

Published: October 12, 2024 08:37

NEXT Tuesday an event will take place to commemorate the dramatic events which took place 50 years ago during and following the burning of Long Kesh on 15 October 1974.

Boxing duo McCarthy and McKenna hope their BBC comedy pilot packs a punch

https://belfastmedia.com/boxing-duo-mccarthy-and-mckenna-hope-their-comedy-pilot-packs-a-punch

Published: October 12, 2024 08:36

THEY may be better known for their exploits in the boxing ring, but Tommy McCarthy and Tyrone McKenna have been branching out recently and now they have written and starred in a comedy short they hope will pack a punch.

CRASH Services is now open on Boucher Road

https://belfastmedia.com/crash-services-is-now-open-on-boucher-road

Published: October 12, 2024 08:36

CRASH Services, Northern Ireland’s largest independent accident management company, have announced their investment in a new premises, located in the busy Boucher Road area of Belfast.

HEALTHWISE: It’s really important to hit that fibre target

https://belfastmedia.com/healthwise-it-s-really-important-to-hit-that-fibre-target

Published: October 12, 2024 08:36

FIBRE is essential for the healthy functioning of our bodies in order to keep us healthy.  Recommendations are 30 grams per day which can be achieved through three good portions of starch (bread, rice, pasta, noodles, couscous, oats, potatoes, shredded…

JUDE COLLINS: Morality police wave their blackthorn sticks again

https://belfastmedia.com/jude-collins-column-e09bd657-ef4f-41f7-852c-d8549dc46e9a

Published: October 12, 2024 08:36

DO you remember when the parish priest  would patrol  country roads in search of immorality? Or when the parish would have a  week-long mission and the visiting missioner would often thunder damnation for sins which his terrified congregation had never…

SQUINTER: The smoke clears after the Battle of Blame

https://belfastmedia.com/squinter-the-smoke-clears-after-the-battle-of-blame

Published: October 12, 2024 08:35

WEDNESDAY A.M.

DÚLRA: Nature reclaims its own from the demise of a once-great Belfast home

https://belfastmedia.com/dulra-nature-reclaims-its-own-as-the-years-go-by

Published: October 12, 2024 08:35

NATURE always has the final say, the last laugh.

GERRY ADAMS: Leo’s words reflect our changing times

https://belfastmedia.com/gerry-adams-leo-s-words-reflect-our-changing-times

Published: October 12, 2024 08:35

IRISH Unity is the big idea that will positively transform society on this island. Its popularity is growing and the economic, political and social arguments in support of it are advancing each day. The recent interventions by former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar…

THE WEEK IN VIEW: UDA/UVF classroom commandants set the curriculum – again

https://belfastmedia.com/the-week-in-view-uda-uvf-classroom-commandants-set-the-curriculum-again

Published: October 11, 2024 15:11

YOU ask yourself why it was that DUP Minister for Communities Gordon Lyons met with the LCC after Education Minister Paul Givan came under fire just a few days earlier and the answer comes back: Why wouldn’t he?

Family's lucky escape after house targeted in racist arson attack

https://belfastmedia.com/family-lucky-escape-after-house-targeted-in-racist-arson-attack

Published: October 11, 2024 13:40

AN arson attack on a house in South Belfast is being treated as a racially-motivated hate crime.

Antrim IFC: St Teresa’s hoping to buck the trend against All Saints

https://belfastmedia.com/antrim-ifc-st-teresa-s-hoping-to-buck-the-trend-against-all-saints

Published: October 11, 2024 11:49

OVER the past few years, there has been a trend in the Antrim Intermediate Football Championship where a beaten finalist goes onto claim the title in the following season, so Ballymena will be hoping to keep that going while St Teresa’s aim to buck the…

Rugby: Ulster back on home turf against Connacht

https://belfastmedia.com/rugby-ulster-back-on-home-turf-against-connacht

Published: October 11, 2024 11:47

AFTER two defeats on their travels in South Africa, it's back to home comforts for Ulster on Saturday, but the task doesn't get any easier with the first inter-pro game of the season against Connacht (8pm, live on BBC 2).

More taxis to use bus lanes to ease traffic congestion in Belfast city centre

https://belfastmedia.com/more-taxis-to-use-bus-lanes-to-ease-traffic-congestion-in-belfast-city-centre

Published: October 11, 2024 11:43

MORE taxis will be able to use the bus lanes in Belfast city centre to help ease traffic congestion while road works associated with Grand Central Station are carried out.

Man appears in Dublin court charged with the murder of Mary Ward

https://belfastmedia.com/man-appears-in-dublin-court-charged-with-the-murder-of-mary-ward

Published: October 11, 2024 11:12

A MAN has appeared in court charged with the murder of Mary Ward whose body was found in her South Belfast home last week.

EYE ON THE PAST: Demand grows for third-level college for West Belfast

https://belfastmedia.com/eye-on-the-past

Published: October 11, 2024 10:04

We look back at the stories that were making the headlines this week in 1983

MOVIES: Transformers transformed in thrilling reboot

https://belfastmedia.com/movies-transformers-transformed-in-thrilling-reboot

Published: October 11, 2024 09:44

Transformers OneYou have to go back to 1986 to find the last (some would consider definitive) great Transformers animation, and I’m old enough to remember repeat visits to the local video shop to rent Nelson Shin’s The Transformers: The Movie.

Antrim JFC: Aggies and St Comgall’s meet to decide Junior final

https://belfastmedia.com/antrim-jfc-aggies-and-st-comgall-s-meet-to-decide-junior-final

Published: October 11, 2024 09:38

THE two form teams in the Antrim Junior Football Championship will meet to decide the destination of the title as St Agnes’ and St Comgall’s meet at Hightown on Saturday afternoon.

Antrim SFC: Portglenone eye history as Cargin target a three-peat

https://belfastmedia.com/antrim-sfc-portglenone-eye-history-as-cargin-target-a-three-peat

Published: October 11, 2024 09:38

WILL it be another three in-a-row and 13th title over all for Cargin at Corrigan Park on Sunday, or will Portglenone claim a first Antrim Senior Football Championship title in the club’s history?

Soccer: Glendowan FC scores big with Irish FA and McDonald’s Junior Club of the Year for Belfast

https://belfastmedia.com/soccer-glendowan-fc-scores-big-with-irish-fa-and-mcdonald-s-junior-club-of-the-year-for-belfast

Published: October 11, 2024 09:35

Glendowan FC is proud to announce that it has been named the Irish FA and McDonald’s Grassroots Junior Club of the Year for Belfast, a prestigious accolade that recognises the club’s dedication to grassroots football and community involvement.

Belfast Hills urge public to pick up dog waste to prevent deadly disease

https://belfastmedia.com/belfast-hills-urge-public-to-pick-up-dog-waste-to-prevent-deadly-disease

Published: October 11, 2024 09:35

WALKERS are being advised to pick up their dog's waste while on the Black Mountain to help prevent the spread of a deadly and fatal disease.

ARTS: Lorna's literally turning her dreams into art

https://belfastmedia.com/arts-7-oct

Published: October 11, 2024 09:32

CAN every artist remember the very moment they decided they wanted to dedicate themselves to being an artist? Lorna Corrigan, currently exhibiting 'Dreamland' at the Cultúrlann, certainly can.

ANDRÉE MURPHY: Óglaigh na hÉireann give the world a moral lesson

https://belfastmedia.com/oglaigh-na-heireann-s-moral-stance

Published: October 11, 2024 08:35

THE term genocide is becoming devoid of meaning.

Police investigating sudden death of a child in West Belfast

https://belfastmedia.com/police-investigating-sudden-death-of-a-child-in-west-belfast

Published: October 11, 2024 08:16

POLICE have confirmed they are investigating the tragic death of a toddler in West Belfast.

Colin Glen's Fear Forest: From Landfill to Halloween attraction

https://belfastmedia.com/colin-glen-s-fear-forest-from-landfill-to-halloween-attraction

Published: October 11, 2024 08:14

Ghost Coaster: Ride through the darkness on this heart-pounding Alpine Coaster, surrounded by the eerie atmosphere of the haunted forest.

Book tickets for Rapture Teenage Disco at Girdwood Community Hub

https://belfastmedia.com/book-tickets-for-rapture-teenage-disco-at-girdwood-community-hub

Published: October 11, 2024 08:14

A UNIQUE teenage disco experience is coming to North Belfast next month in what promises to be a memorable night.