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07/01/2010
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Hospital Attack Man Bailed
A man who has appeared in court charged in connection with alleged violent outbursts against staff at Belfast City Hospital has been freed on bail - but only following confirmation from his partner that she was prepared to allow him back into her home and with a complete alcohol ban and a night-time curfew. Martin Rock, 39 and from Pretoria Street, is accused of lashing out and trying to head-butt police officers as trouble flared on Monday. Defending barrister Richard McConkey told the court the accused had gone to the hospital suffering from the effects of heavy drinking following a family tragedy.
'Freezing' Boy Probed
An investigation has begun after an eight-year-old boy was found sitting on the road side in sub-zero temperatures in Londonderry on Wednesday morning. He was discovered in the snow by a taxi driver at about 6.30am outside a shop in Ballymagroarty. The driver wrapped the boy in a blanket until an ambulance took him to hospital. His condition has not been disclosed. Social Services have started an investigation.
Derry Academy Goes European
Londonderry-based North West Academy of English has been assisted by Invest Northern Ireland to win its first business in Romania. The Academy, which is based at Northland Road and has received marketing support from Invest NI, has linked up with a leading college in Bucharest, which will see the first students from Romania come to Londonderry this year to study English over a period of three months. It has also won new business in France. The company recently announced a £330,000 investment in sales and marketing activities to attract more students from Europe and other markets to participate in its English courses. Invest NI is providing assistance of £69,927 to an expansion project which is expected to create four new jobs including the appointment of a new sales and marketing professional.
Ardoyne Woman Takes SDLP Nomination
The SDLP have named Nichola Mallon as a replacement for Alban Maginness on Belfast City Council. Mr Maginness, who is also a member of the Northern Ireland Assembly, is standing down as part of an SDLP move to end 'double jobbing'. Miss Mallon, who joined the SDLP in 1998, works as a political assistant to SDLP Deputy Leader, Alasdair McDonnell. Like the Irish President, Mary McAlleese, the politics graduate is from the Ardoyne area of north Belfast.
Town Resurfacing Underway
It has been confirmed this week that work to upgrade the road and footpath at Main Street, Ballyclare will run from the first week of January until the end of March. The Department for Regional Development said the substantial contract follows on from the £670,000 town centre improvement programme around The Square which was unveiled by NI Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie back in September. Drivers are being warned to expect delays for a period of around 12 weeks while a one-way system is in place, with traffic being diverted through the Ollardale estate.
Dairy – Your Secret Weapon In The Battle Of The Bulge?
Anyone starting the New Year with good intentions about healthy eating and shedding those few extra pounds should consider increasing their consumption of low fat dairy products, according to research from the University of Copenhagen. Professor Arne Astrup’s research there shows that the calcium in dairy is linked to a reduced fat absorption by the body. Dr Mike Johnston, Chief Executive of the Dairy Council for Northern Ireland explains: "There is a growing body of research which suggests that including low fat dairy in our diets can help regulate our weight. This is in addition to the other important nutrients in milk and dairy products which can contribute to overall health and wellbeing. Many people still perceive dairy products as being high in fat. "However, semi-skimmed milk contains only 1.7% fat and skimmed milk is only 0.3% fat. Lower fat options for other dairy foods such as yogurt and cheese are also readily available, and are excellent choices for anyone who wants to enjoy the benefits of dairy and reduce their fat intake."
(BMcC/GK)
A man who has appeared in court charged in connection with alleged violent outbursts against staff at Belfast City Hospital has been freed on bail - but only following confirmation from his partner that she was prepared to allow him back into her home and with a complete alcohol ban and a night-time curfew. Martin Rock, 39 and from Pretoria Street, is accused of lashing out and trying to head-butt police officers as trouble flared on Monday. Defending barrister Richard McConkey told the court the accused had gone to the hospital suffering from the effects of heavy drinking following a family tragedy.
'Freezing' Boy Probed
An investigation has begun after an eight-year-old boy was found sitting on the road side in sub-zero temperatures in Londonderry on Wednesday morning. He was discovered in the snow by a taxi driver at about 6.30am outside a shop in Ballymagroarty. The driver wrapped the boy in a blanket until an ambulance took him to hospital. His condition has not been disclosed. Social Services have started an investigation.
Derry Academy Goes European
Londonderry-based North West Academy of English has been assisted by Invest Northern Ireland to win its first business in Romania. The Academy, which is based at Northland Road and has received marketing support from Invest NI, has linked up with a leading college in Bucharest, which will see the first students from Romania come to Londonderry this year to study English over a period of three months. It has also won new business in France. The company recently announced a £330,000 investment in sales and marketing activities to attract more students from Europe and other markets to participate in its English courses. Invest NI is providing assistance of £69,927 to an expansion project which is expected to create four new jobs including the appointment of a new sales and marketing professional.
Ardoyne Woman Takes SDLP Nomination
The SDLP have named Nichola Mallon as a replacement for Alban Maginness on Belfast City Council. Mr Maginness, who is also a member of the Northern Ireland Assembly, is standing down as part of an SDLP move to end 'double jobbing'. Miss Mallon, who joined the SDLP in 1998, works as a political assistant to SDLP Deputy Leader, Alasdair McDonnell. Like the Irish President, Mary McAlleese, the politics graduate is from the Ardoyne area of north Belfast.
Town Resurfacing Underway
It has been confirmed this week that work to upgrade the road and footpath at Main Street, Ballyclare will run from the first week of January until the end of March. The Department for Regional Development said the substantial contract follows on from the £670,000 town centre improvement programme around The Square which was unveiled by NI Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie back in September. Drivers are being warned to expect delays for a period of around 12 weeks while a one-way system is in place, with traffic being diverted through the Ollardale estate.
Dairy – Your Secret Weapon In The Battle Of The Bulge?
Anyone starting the New Year with good intentions about healthy eating and shedding those few extra pounds should consider increasing their consumption of low fat dairy products, according to research from the University of Copenhagen. Professor Arne Astrup’s research there shows that the calcium in dairy is linked to a reduced fat absorption by the body. Dr Mike Johnston, Chief Executive of the Dairy Council for Northern Ireland explains: "There is a growing body of research which suggests that including low fat dairy in our diets can help regulate our weight. This is in addition to the other important nutrients in milk and dairy products which can contribute to overall health and wellbeing. Many people still perceive dairy products as being high in fat. "However, semi-skimmed milk contains only 1.7% fat and skimmed milk is only 0.3% fat. Lower fat options for other dairy foods such as yogurt and cheese are also readily available, and are excellent choices for anyone who wants to enjoy the benefits of dairy and reduce their fat intake."
(BMcC/GK)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A chilly start with a widespread frost and some freezing fog, any freezing fog slow to clear. Otherwise bright with sunny spells and coastal showers. Light winds. Maximum temperature 6 °C.Tonight:Coastal showers dying out with a widespread frost developing along with freezing fog, which could become extensive. Winds remaining light. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
