18/08/2014 BBC Newsline

you might stay dry. The temperatures will still be in the

The stark warning after a man dies in a fall from this beauty spot.

Be very, very cautious when you are dealing with this see in particular

during storms. It doesn't have much mercy.

The good news continues on the jobs front with almost 100

A community turns out to support staff at a local centre

He's getting used to holding trophies, but will Rory's fashion

In local football, Ballymena United still top thetable thanks to

We'll have all the action from the Ulster Grand Prix

There's plenty of dry and bright weather

in the forecast for Tuesday, but some chilly nights are on the way.

I'll have the weather details shortly.

John McCourt from Antrim did what a lot of amateur photographers do

in bad weather - he searched out a dramatic landscape

Instead, his trip to Fanad Head in Donegal ended in tragedy

Tributes were paid to him today from fellow camera club members.

He'd belonged to the club for the past five years.

Our reporter Teresa Craig has been to Donegal.

Fanad Head, a place famed for its natural beauty. Yesterday, John

McCourt fell from rocks after he lost his footing taking photographs.

He became trapped in a gully at the bottom of the cliffs. An emergency

call was put into the Coast Guard. Weather conditions yesterday were

stormy, making it difficult for those involved. I climbed over the

rock is. It was like a washing machine in there. Big swells coming

in. It was difficult to spot the casualty because of the foam. He was

going under the water and bobbed back up again. Attempts were made to

going under the water and bobbed revive the 59-year-old when he was

pulled out of the sea, but he died after being airlifted to Letterkenny

General Hospital. Those who knew him were paying tribute today.

Absolutely shocked. I could not believe that this had happened to

one of our club members. You hear these accidents do happen, but to

happen so close to home... Not my experience. So far this year, the

lifeboat has dealt with 22 call-outs, and there is clear advice

for visitors. When they are going out to get these dramatic shots of

bad weather at the head lamps, look after yourself. Be very, very

cautious when you're dealing with this see in particular during storms

because it does not have much mercy. As people are advised to be aware of

their surroundings when visiting the area, some say the beauty of its

their surroundings when visiting the rugged coastline is at odds with

this recent tragedy. The funeral has taken place

of the rally driver who was killed in a crash while taking part

in the Ulster Rally in 20-year-old Timothy Cathcart,

from Enniskillen, died after his car left the road

and crashed near Fivemiletown. The Irish Government says it will be

monitoring its new abortion laws amidst

accusations they are deeply flawed. It follows confirmation that

a vulnerable young foreign woman, reportedly a rape victim,

had a request for an abortion The woman subsequently had her

baby by caesarean section. The director of the Family Planning

Association in Northern Ireland described the situation

as unbelievable and barbaric. Audrey Simspon says it highlights

the consequences of poor legislation and that the Department of Justice

here needs to take heed. We don't want the same situation to

be repeated in the North of Ireland. If we are going to have

legislation, we needed to be well thought through, that will meet the

needs of the woman and we can make prompt decisions and don't have to

wait for 16 weeks, the way this woman seems to have to have had

weight. But pro-life campaigners say the

case is a chilling and disturbing reminder of the cruel and inhumane

reality of legalised abortion. Our Dublin correspondent

Shane Harrison joins us now. Shane, what more can you tell us

about the case in the Republic? The immigrant women presented

herself saying she was a bit of rape was suicidal and wanted an abortion.

Under the new laws in the Republic, the credible threat of suicide is

grounds for termination, but not a case of rape, incest or if there is

at the toll in -- fatal abnormality. They ruled she could not have an

abortion, but the Caesarean section because the baby was viable. When

she was told this she immediately went on hunger and thirst strike.

The authorities had to go to court to get an order to give her fluids.

She then decided she would have a Caesarean section at 25 weeks. She

could not go to Britain to get an abortion because of her legal status

in Ireland. The baby is in hospital, where it will probably be for

several more months, then it will be placed in care. What reaction has

been to this question mark the woman first asked for an abortion at

around eight weeks. At this stage, and are reporting restrictions, it

is unclear at what time the medical panel got involved and if there was

an undue delay in getting from eight weeks to the Caesarean section

happening at 25 weeks. Campaigners say this is another example --

pro-choice campaigners say this is another example of a vulnerable

woman having her rights trampled on. On the other hand, pro-life

campaigners say they are delighted that the mother and baby survived.

They opposed the abortion legislation saying that the

termination is never a treatment for suicidal feelings. They say the

mother and the unborn have equal rights to life.

A war memorial in Glenavy in County Antrim has been daubed with

It's the latest in a series of sectarian attacks

on war memorials and Catholic churches carried out in the area,

and in nearby Stoneyford, just outside Lisburn, over the weekend.

Both Unionist and Nationalist politicians have criticised those

behind what appeared to be tit-for-tat incidents.

They've said they would work to diffuse tensions in the area.

A US company is creating almost 100 new jobs in Belfast,

with the major expansion of a local business it bought a year ago.

Proofpoint specialises in security for company computer systems.

The new jobs will pay wages above the Northern Ireland average.

Here's our business correspondent Julian O'Neill.

Proofpoint is a global company and its operation in Belfast will expand

significantly with the addition of 94 jobs. It works in computer

technology, providing information storage and security for our long

list of giant companies. Proofpoint is a company listed on the US stock

exchange with its headquarters in California. It has had a presence

here in Belfast for just over a year when it acquired a locally owned

technology company. The new jobs will be created over a period of two

years and is part of its growth its offices are switching from the

science Park in East Belfast here to read first court boost to the city

centre. The company attended the International investment conference

here last Robert. By then it had bought a local start-up firm

specialising in e-mail security. The next step was getting it to increase

its work force. It was relatively easy and that they had acquired this

local company so had knowledge of the capability in Northern Ireland.

It was difficult and that's it was hard to get them to commit to almost

100 people being recruited and employed here. Information

technology is a specialist field and a new recruits can expect their pay

packet well above the local average. Our average salary is ?30,000. We

are looking for people with technical degrees, tactical

experience. We are confident we can find the talent here. This is an

expansion project worth ?6 million. One tenth of it is being funded by

invest NI vetoed the enlarged presence of Proofpoint could help

attract more of this kind of inward investment.

Police say they are investigating a suspicious approach to a child that

happened suspicious approach to a child that

players yesterday. -- Donegall Street has yesterday.

The sound of success - how it feels to be crowned the best

For the past four months, a community centre has come under

Today, residents held a rally in support of staff

from the Dunanney Community Centre and called for the attacks to end.

Part of the centre was damaged in a fire

and last week it was petrol-bombed and daubed in graffiti.

More than a month after a petrol bomb destroyed part of this centre,

the windows are still boarded up, the walls are still caked in thick

black suit. This is CT -- CCTV footage of an arson attack back in

April. Later, paramilitary flags were put on the centre and last week

sectarian graffiti. It is the impact it has on morale that is harder to

quantify. People still come and do their day's work, but it is very

difficult. You don't have to look very hard on the Rathcoole Estate

define the paramilitary flags but local people say these attacks are

not being carried out by any recognised organisation, but by a

small group of people who want to create a climate of fear. Today,

more than 100 people from the estate came here to say there were not

afraid. This was an idea by the people. They asked us to run

something like this so dated stand with us. One of the people speaking

at the rally said that Irish language lessons were being given at

the centre. language lessons were being given at

the attacks question mark there are all sorts of rumours. None of them

are true. An Irish language classes and being run at the centre. This is

a centre for the whole community. Police investigations are ongoing.

A West Belfast man who faces a range of charges,

including being in the IRA, having a gun and false imprisonment, has been

The court heard that Mark Gerard Heaney, of Lagmore Glen

in Dunmurry, was secretly recorded with other alleged dissident

republicans interrogating a man they suspected of being a drug dealer.

The accused, who is the full-time carer for his mother, was granted

A new tourism project has been unveiled on the River Lagan

The centrepiece is an old barge, The Industry, which was once

an important part of the industrial heritage of the Lagan.

As Kevin Sharkey reports, the vessel was missing

for years before being found on the River Shannon in the Republic.

Returning to familiar waters, have vessels steeped in history, dating

back to the late 1800s when the textile trade was strong here. This

barge, The Industry, used to do the heavy lifting. When its working life

came to an end it went across the border. It spent its years along the

River Shannon. When it was discovered the barge was in a bad

state and needed an make over. Then it was destined to come home to the

River Lagan. The barge was once involved in the thriving linen

industry in Belfast. It will soon be involved in another industry,

tourism. The vessel was tracked down by this man. It would have brought

the linen product from Belfast. It is an integral part of our waterway

heritage. Stormont and Castlereagh Council will invest ?800,000 in the

project will. We hope that this will be opened up, and people can get on

the boat in Belfast and travel all the way to the River Shannon. It is

hoped the first tourist will board the barge before the end of this

year. We'll be checking out the verdict

on Rory's new look. As far as champions go, the Field

Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band from Lisburn are the best in the world -

and are probably the most successful As Claire Savage explains,

they have now picked up World champions for 2014, Field

Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band. On top of the world. Well, you would be if

he had been crowned the best night and in the world ever. Ten times

world pipe and champions. The Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band has

once again defended its title for the fourth year in a row. I think

the competition is getting closer and closer every year. The bands

today were tremendous. The standard at the moment is very high and to

win it for years in a row is a great feat. So, just how do you become

world champions ten times question mark a lot of people think it is

easy to lift the setup pipes or a drum and compete. It is not like

that. You have to pack this really hard at home and tea and good

standard. At 17, Scott is the youngest band member. My dad was a

piper. When I was old enough he taught me the basics. I started

going to the band with him and it went from there. The drum majors

also dominated this year's championships, claiming 15 of the

teen available prizes. The culture minister is among those who have

congratulated the band on another successful win. I have a feeling it

is unlikely to be their last. It's normally Rory McIlroy's golf

which hits the headlines, but The Holywood golfer wore

a three-piece checked suit as he paraded his Open trophy

at Old Trafford. BBC Newsline's Mark Simpson

has been sampling opinion. A striking new look, or our fashion

golden goal question mark at the weekends the BBC commented to give

his verdict. Rory McIlroy has proper Claret Jug with him to Old Trafford

today, as well as the suitable -- formally warned by Ted Rovers in

Heidi hi. Rory McIlroy was not even born when this was on TV. He is a

modern-day sporting superstar and wanting to dress to impress his par

for the course. His latest outfit impressed this local Belfast Taylor.

It is best oak. His measurements have been taken, he has picked the

cloth and either a factory or somebody personally has made it for

him. The jacket was right, the way it was cuffed around the waist, it

was right. It didn't suit him. He obviously love it. What does he care

what anybody else thinks question mark there is no harm in asking what

other people think. I like it. It makes them stand by it, but not in a

good way. I wouldn't want my boyfriend wearing that. Whatever

floats his boat. It is different. I like it. These visitors are from

Manchester, where his new suit a complete with red Sox need as

appearance. UDC some strange people in Manchester. He looks silly. Yes,

he does. With the red Sox on! He is a local hero, you can say that! I

don't know who he is. Never heard of him! When it comes to fame and

fashion, you can't please everyone, but you can try. With the suits,

well, I think they are catching on. He's the greatest golfer - not

too sure about the suit, though! Thomas Niblock is here with

the sport. No, but this man would probably

look pretty good in it! But Ulster supporters will have to

wait a while before seeing The South African won't be back

in Belfast until 5th October. That means he'll miss

the opening five Pro 12 games. The good news is, he's in pretty

decent form at the minute. The Springboks defeated Argentina

over the weekend in the Rugby Championship, with Pienaar scoring

a try in the very first minute. It was a disappointing end to

the most successful World Cup ever Ireland finished the tournament

in fourth place after losing to The defeat in Paris was a cruel end

to the tournament for the Irish, who Motorcycling

and Bruce Anesty won twice at the Ulster grand Prix over the weekend,

but the sport is counting the cost. Although stabalized, French rider

Pierre Favre remains in a critical condition having sustained spinal

injuries on Thursday. Michael Sweeney is out of hospital,

and it's hoped Dany Webb, Dean Harrison,

Dan Knee and Keith Amor will all be Niki Gregg reports on

a day dominated by the conditions. The fine margins of this board were

laid there. Red flags and recurring image of the day.

laid there. Red flags and recurring conditions meant the world fastest

boat race would not reach top speeds. Parts of the course were

dry, other parts wet with pure visibility. Two of the seven races

were cancelled. In those that did go ahead, the milieu names shared the

spoils with newcomers. The super sport Grace was developing into a

fantastic race between Bruce Anesty and William Dunlop. The New

Zealander Tim Muffett three. Bruce Anesty edged past by Maarten -- Gary

Martin in the superbikes. A really good race. Up the inside, just

managed to hold on. Some made it onto the top of the podium for the

first time. -- Dan Knee one for the first time. Ivan Linton took the

super Twins before racing was abandoned.

There were goals galore on the second weekend of the Irish League.

Ballymena United maintained their impressive start to

the campaign and now sit top of the Danske Bank Premiership,

while champions Cliftonville left it very, very late against Institute.

Stephen Garrett has a knack of scoring important goals for

Cliftonville. Just when it looked like his side would have to make do

with a draw, he popped up in injury time to seize back three with a

composed finish. Ballymena were also 3-2 winners, defeating Portadown at

home. They are annoyed top of the table. Playing against Portadown who

have invested the summer as much as Glenn Aven, so we knew it was going

to be a test. Thankfully, we were able to match them. If we had lost

the game it would have been an injustice. Well two moments of

Matthew -- magic from Matthew Clark give victory...

Curtis Allen also grabbed two goals for Glentoran as they defeated

Warrenpoint. Crusaders remain unbeaten. This was the pick of their

three goals. Dungannon got their first win of the campaign.

Finally, in the Airtricity League tonight, Derry City travel to

Drogheda United- hoping to get back to winning ways.

The game is live on BBC Radio Foyle from 7.30pm.

Time for the weather. Here is a mild he could certainly carry off a

cheque here is a mild he could certainly carry off a cheque if I

had one, I would certainly be a cheque here is a mild he could

certainly carry off a cheque here is a mild he could certainly carry off

a cheque if I had one, I would certainly be wearing it. I really

like that suits! Well, there is a touch of winter

coming here in the next few days. Tonight will definitely be a night

for some heating. There will be some showers tonight, but they should die

away by tomorrow. Tomorrow will not be a bad day at all with decent

amount of sunshine. It stays breezy and there will be a handful of

showers, but they will be very well spaced out. Some of us will avoid

them altogether. Towards the north coast, fresh with the northerly

winds. Further south, 15 degrees or maybe 16 degrees. The temperatures

across the board below average for the time of year. If you are

travelling tomorrow, not a bad picture across Britain and Ireland.

Strong winds from northern and eastern Scotland, but plenty of good

spells of sunshine. For Northern Ireland, into the second part of the

afternoon there will be a fair amount of showers piling in,

especially for the West. Eastern areas will be better. Tomorrow

night, it will turn cold again. Temperatures in towns and cities

around 9 degrees, down to three or 4 degrees in the country. Plenty of

dry weather on offer are part of the odd shower. Look at the

temperatures, though. Down to 13 degrees, worried should we 17 eight

teen at this time of year. Today, tomorrow and Wednesday, scattered

showers. For Thursday, we are expecting more showers and spells of

rain and it will be quite as unsettled for Friday. We will keep

you updated. Tributes have been paid to John

McCourt, an amateur photographer, who died after falling off cliffs

and County Donegal. Proofpoint, which specialises in

security for company computer systems, is creating almost 100 new

jobs with a major expansion close to Belfast city centre.

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