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Malahide March Hare The Jack and Jill Foundation ran a fund-raising campaign last month called; ‘Hares On The March’. For this initiative, they commissioned selected artists to design a 3 ft tall hare each. There were 110 hares completed and the finished pieces were then auctioned off with all proceeds going to the foundation. One of the artists commissioned to paint one of these beautiful pieces was local Malahide artist, Francis Leavey.

By Aoife Read Speaking to the County Leader about the endeavour Francis said; “Last year I did another piece for the foundation for an initiative called ‘Pigs on Parade’, it was the same idea but with a pig instead of a hare. I got an email from the foundation asking me to send in a design, and there was a panel of judges. Hundreds of artists applied and mine was one of the ones chosen which I was delighted with. It was the same format this year.” He went on to say: “Last year I picked a theme that would appeal to children rather than adults and I went with the 3 little pigs. This year, I wanted to choose something child friendly again, so I chose the artistic style of the movie Watership Down. I had read that book and watched the movie myself as a child and I love the animation in it, so that was why I went with that.” Leavey concluded by saying: “The design being split into two separate sides came from the Irish phrase, and the pieces title; ‘O Dhubh go Dubh’, which means from light to dark. So one side is black and greys and the other side is colour to show this. I also tried to draw from the mythology of hares and their connection with after world and reflect that in the piece. I was delighted to do it and it was a project I really enjoyed doing. This year I was told that my design was one of only four that was unanimously decided on, which was really nice to hear.”

Dave Southern, project manager of the ‘Hares on the March’ initiative with the Jack and Jill Foundation said; “It was a public art initiative and it is something The Jack and Jill Foundation have been involved with for many years. We did the ‘Cow Parade’ in 2003, the ‘Big Eggs’ in 2013, pigs last year and hares this year. Really it is a creative way to generate income for the 71 desperately sick children we have under our wing at the moment.” He went on to say; “The idea is to reacquaint the public with art in a way that doesn’t require them to go to a gallery. It makes art more accessible for people and that’s why there is always such a big interest in it. The hares were displayed in 53 different locations around Dublin, so people were able to see them when they were just out and about.” Leavey’s hare raised €800 and the campaign has so far raised in excess of €150,000 for the foundation. Dave said; “We had a live auction in the Royal College of Physicians in Kildare Street Dublin on 15th March which raised €63,000 and then we had an online auction which raised over €85,000. The final sum raised is still being calculated. There were coin slots on all of the plinths where the hares were mounted, so we had over 100 of them, each one was full to the brim, so we are still counting that. That is bound to bring us to a total well in excess of €150,000 which makes this the most successful initiative to date.” If you would like to donate to the Jack and Jill Foundation or find out more about what they do, visit their Malahide artist Francis Leavey with his Hare that he did for the Jack and website on Jill Foundations fundraising initiative 'Hares on the March'. Francis' jackandjill.ie hare raised €800 for the children’s charity.

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Burglaries Down Yet Families Still At Risk According to figures released by the CSO last week, burglary and related crime levels have decreased from 12,208 to 11,593 across the Dublin Metropolitan Region. In spite of this burglary remains unacceptably high with family homes in Fingal and across Dublin are under threat from ruthless opportunistic burglars. Speaking to the County Leader about the decrease in burglary, Malahide Labour Party Councillor Brian McDonagh said “I welcome the latest Cllr. Brian McDonagh reduction in burglaries by 5 per cent nationally, however the figures show again that Dublin is where the burglary problem is worst. My own apartment block recently suffered from a break in, where thieves were disturbed by a neighbour in the middle of the night and every month I hear of a friend or family being burgled. This problem gets less attention because individual burglaries in suburban areas are not news worthy. At the moment there is huge political focus on the demands of rural TD’s to pour resources into remote locations. While this is understandable it is not necessarily evidence driven”. Cllr McDonagh continued, “I am worried that North County Dublin and particularly suburbs like Malahide, Portmarnock, Kinsealy and Balgriffin will be further starved of Garda resources to satisfy the demands of rural independents as the price of cobbling together a Government”. The CSO report showed that 2170 burglaries had been recorded in the Dublin Metropolitan Region, Northern Division which includes Fingal, in the 12 months leading up to the end of December 2015. Cllr McDonagh continued: “Sources within the Gardai tell us that suburban stations like Malahide have an operational capacity well below their paper capacity. The burglary problem on the Northern suburbs from Balgriffin, Bayside and Kinsealy to Baldoyle, Portmarnock and Swords is still very serious. While mobile Garda burglary squads are to be welcomed and targeting gangs with dedicated operations is bearing fruit, there is also need for the next Government and the Garda commissioner to make sure that suburban stations like Malahide don’t lose out due to political deals and have sufficient capacity to meet normal operational requirements.” He concluded by saying; “The next government will also need to make sure we have a strong enough economy to provide resources to hire more Gardai and at decent rates of pay”.

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Successful Weekend For Malahide RFC On Good Friday Malahide RFC 2nd’s travelled to Ballycorus in the Dublin Mountains to take on Lansdowne in the semi-final of the Moran Cup. It was a cool and blustery night on this mountain side venue which proved difficulty for kicking. Playing with the wind in the first half, Malahide got off to a slow start and conceded a penalty in the first ten minutes right under their posts, which was easily converted by Lansdowne. From the restart, Malahide gathered the ball and made their way deep into the Lansdowne half where, the home team conceded a penalty. A little out of the range of the Malahide No. 10, they opted for a line out which they duly won and after several phases of play Malahide went over for a try in the corner, the strong breeze made the

conversion almost impossible, but Malahide came away with the five points. From the restart Malahide again confidently gathered the ball and a resulting ruck just inside their own half gave them a good platform to move forward. A well positioned box kick from the no. 9 put Lansdowne back inside their 22 and when Malahide stole the line out they went over for another try underneath the Lansdowne posts which was converted. For all their possession in the first half Malahide found it difficult to breakdown a well organised Lansdowne defence and the half time score was Lansdowne 3 - 12 Malahide. The second half started at a high pace, and with the wind at their backs Lansdowne made all the early running putting constant pressure on

the Malahide defence which resulted in a couple of penalties in front of the Malahide posts which were well dispatched between the uprights to leave the game with only a three point difference. Despite continued pressure and an ever strengthening wind, Malahide dug deep and kept the ball in hand to slowly make their way into the Lansdowne half. They managed to cross the Lansdowne line, but a fierce defence by Lansdowne managed to hold the ball up and it was back for a 5 metre scrum. Again, great defence by Lansdowne held Malahide at bay until a fast recycle from a ruck had Malahide across the line under the posts for their third try which was well converted into the strong wind. Final Score Lansdowne 9 - 19 Malahide. Malahide now progress to the final against Monkstown, venue and date TBC. Meanwhile, Malahide RFC’s 3rd team took on Clondalkin in their penultimate league game last Saturday at Estuary

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tions, Retaining the ball efficiently throughout the second half scoring a number of further tries and only conceding with less than 5 minutes remaining to give a fulltime score of 35-5. Captain Brophy’s men have now secured 4th position in their Metro League and can look to build towards their Madden Cup Semi-final date.

Moore Street campaign to achieve this.” “I met with the relatives of the 1916 Rising, including James Connolly Heron and Patrick Cooney, with the view to determining the best way Local TD, Darragh O’Brien (FF) who is forward in light of the High Court the party’s spokesman for Dublin ruling. It was agreed that under no should the says the Government must respect circumstances the recent High Court ruling which has Government appeal this important designated the 1916 Moore Street ruling. Minister for Arts, Heather Humphreys should accept the battlefield site as a national ruling in its entirety in order to monument. O’Brien says the allow preservation efforts to get Government should now focus underway,” he said. on rejuvenating Moore Street “We intend to re-table our legisand surrounding areas. He lation in the Dáil in order to give said, “The High Court ruling vindicates those of us who O’Brien TD legislative approval to the High Court ruling. This will allow the have been fighting to preserve the 1916 battlefield site on Moore campaign to move to the next stage. Street. Fianna Fáil has long main- I’m calling on all parties in the Dáil to tained that the battlefield site should work with us so that we can give be a national monument, and we have Moore Street the recognition it worked closely with the Save 16 deserves,” concluded O’Brien.

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Malahide were to strike twice more in the half with Lee Byrne and Paul Donegan also crossing the whitewash. With a half-time score of 15-0 there was much speculation on the sideline as to whether the lead was sufficient given the wind. As is often the case for teams in these conditions Malahide played far better into the challenging condi-

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Request For Outdoor Gym Equipment For Malahide Councillor Daire Ní Laoi (SF) has asked Fingal County Council to consider installing Outdoor Gym Equipment on the sea front in Malahide and Portmarnock.

By Aoife Read Speaking to the County Leader, Cllr Ni Laoi said; “Outdoor gym equipment has already been installed in many parks around the country, and our neighbours in Dublin City Council have been particularly proactive in providing these exercise machines in many locations, including along Clontarf Promenade and

in St. Anne’s Park. The machines are contained in the Fingal Age Friendly purpose-built outdoor gym equipment County Strategy. and are less intense than the equipment Cllr Ni Laoi acknowledged that there is found in a regular gym. They’re very safe definitely a will there to provide this equipment, but would like the and simple to use, and are areas of Malahide and proving extremely popular, Portmarnock to be considered particular with older people.” as possible locations. The equipment is aimed at “Malahide and Portmarnock encouraging everyone to work have an ageing population, and out and improve their general studies have shown that exerfitness. The idea is that people, cise provides many health benewhile out for a walk, will stop fits, with older adults in particand do a little more intense ular gaining a lot by staying exercise for a short period. Fingal County Council has physically active,” she said. installed adult fitness equip- Daire Ní Laoi She concluded by saying; “Cost ment in some areas, and in its and accessibility are often current draft Open Space Strategy, barriers for people wanting to exercise, where it sets out a vision for the plan- but by installing these machines along ning, development and sustainable the sea front, where people are strolling management of public open space in anyway, the Council can remove these Fingal, there is a commitment to build on barriers, and promote a healthier initiatives such as the provision of this lifestyle, encouraging people to do a outdoor gym equipment, an action also little more to get fitter.”

Malahide Lions Charity Coffee Morning Malahide Lions Club will be hosting a charity coffee morning this month. The event takes place on 8th April between 10am and 1.30pm and is in aid of upcoming senior citizens events. The coffee morning will be held in the Tennis Club an all are welcome to join. Malahide Lions Club is one of the most active local charities and are encouraging all to come along to this event, where you can enjoy a coffee, tea and treats with family, friends and neighbours, all while overlooking the beautiful estuary. There will be a raffle held on the day and they have received excellent raffle prizes which have

Ladies Dance Classes If you are interested in Dance or want to improve your dance skills, every Tuesday in the Gaffney Hall, St Sylvesters Parish Centre, Malahide from 7.30-8.30pm there is a Dance Fusion ladies exercise class, all ages and experience levels are welcome. Contact Karen at 087-6736678

kindly been donated by local shops. Some of the prizes include an original painting by a local artist and restaurant vouchers plus lots more. As always, all local support is greatly appreciated. Once more their aim is to raise funds to cover the cost of the senior citizens Christmas party which they plan to celebrate in the Grand Hotel on 3rd December. Last year was a huge success and a really happy occasion. It was enhanced by a varied mixture of local business, tennis enthusiasts clad in white and Lions volunteers who excelled at baking, amidst much chat and laughter. They raised enough funds last year to fund the event in the Grand Hotel and everyone in attendance truly had a ball. This is a very worthy cause and it is hoped that there is an even better turn out this year. All are welcome to come along and join in the fun and get stuck in helping and donating again this year.

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Spring Cookery Camp For Kids KitchenKids in Malahide has been encouraging kids to be confident, independent and have fun in the kitchen since 2011. No matter what kids want to be when they grow up, they will all need to know how to cook. They offer group cooking and baking lessons in a home setting for kids aged between 4 and 14 as well as offering

special holiday classes, camps and birthday parties. Their weekly classes are on Monday and Fridays for ages 8 up and a monthly class is held for younger chefs between the ages of 4 and 8 on Thursdays. There are also specialist classes for teens and young adults looking to learn how to cook for themselves. These classes include nutrition infor-

Removal Of Trees From Biscayne Malahide

mation. As well as all of this they also have an upcoming camp, Kitchen Kids Cooking camp which will run from 23rd to 25th of April. The idea is to celebrate spring and children will learn how to cook where they’ll mix up a cup of sunshine with a twist of fun. For more information on the camp or the classes contack Kitchenkids@hotmail.com

were removed they would not be replaced with more suitable plant life or trees within the area. Cllr O’Brien raised the issue in the most recent Howth/Malahide Area Committee meeting and the County Council’s response is as follows: Councillor Eoghan O’Brien (FF) has called on the “The trees in Biscayne have been examined in Local Authority to establish a policy for the line with best practice, and the County Council’s removal and replacement fo unsuitable trees in Tree Policy. Some tree works have already the Biscayne Estate Malahide. This comes taken place in Biscayne and this will continue in following assurances that had been given previthe Winter Works 2016/2017. Where trees have ously to residents by the Council that been removed, we will endeavour to something would be done. replace them at suitable locations and Local residents had been concerned with appropriate trees for that site.” that certain trees, having been planted It went on to state that; “The two trees a number of years ago were now no in Biscayne are both Norway Maple longer suitable as street lining trees. Trees. Upon detailed examination one Many of their roots were causing of these trees was found to be in good hazardous breaks in pathways and condition with no evidence of die back branches and leaves had become low Cllr. O’Brien or fungal activity. Therefore, it is not hanging and were causing light to be proposed to remove this tree. The blocked out. second tree outside was found to be in poor Another issue local residents were reporting to condition and will be listed for removal in the Cllr O’Brien was that many of the trees were 2016/2017 Winter Works Programme.” dying, with branches beginning to rot. There has been no word as yet as to what the However, not simply wanting them to be Council proposes to replace any trees removed removed, locals were concerned that if the trees with if anything.

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Calling Local Groups To Arms! Fingal County Council is calling asked to reflect the themes of on local Malahide groups to join R e m e m b e r i n g , R e c o n c i l i n g , their 1916 Commemorative Presenting, Imagining and Parade, taking place in Swords C e l e b r a t i n g 1 9 1 6 – 2 0 1 6 . Speaking to the County Leader, Castle on 24th April. The parade will Eithne Mallin, Fingal commence at 4.30pm County Council and is part of a special Centenary Programme Commemorative Day Co-Coordinator, said; that will also include a “This is a fantastic flag raising ceremony, opportunity for local reading of the groups to engage in Proclamation, exhibithe Fingal Centenary tions, the launch of Programme and to be the public arts part of a legacy event. commission and a We hope that this concluding fireworks event will bring famidisplay. lies throughout Fingal Eithne Mallin Marching bands, together in rememdance groups and bering the Fingallians s p o r t s t e a m s w h o w i s h t o who took part in the 1916 Rising commemorate the 1916 Rising and commemorating the birth of a r e a l l i n v i t e d t o a p p l y . T h e the Irish State.” C o u n c i l i s a l s o a p p e a l i n g t o The Commemorative Day is part local community groups that of Fingal County Council’s would like to dress up for the Centenary Programme, which centenary commemoration, local will see over 50 lectures, film historical groups, commemora- screenings, performances, ret i v e g r o u p s a n d c o m m u n i t y enactments, talks and exhibig r o u p s t h a t h a v e a p p l i e d f o r tions taking place in Fingal. For Centenary Funding to apply. In further information and an applithis celebration of the fight for cation form visit: www.fingal.ie. Irish independence, all groups The deadline for applications is w h o w i s h t o p a r t i c i p a t e a r e 31st March 2016.

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Safety Rail For Seabury Estate Councillor Anthony Lavin (FG) has been pushing the Local Authority to install a handrail along the steps from Seabury Estate to Kileen Estate off the Swords Road Malahide, and also to clear back the overgrown bushes and briars from the steps. It is a problem that has been brought to Cllr Lavin by many local residents who are concerned that the lack of handrail combined with

the overgrowth poses a hazard to local pedestrians. The question was asked in the most recent Area Committee meeting whether or not arrangements would be made to rectify the situation. The response from the Council was that; “The steps at this location were recently repaired and cleared back. A handrail will be installed in the next few weeks.” No definite time frame has been given as to when the handrail will be installed however, it comes as great relief to locals who no longer have to brave broken steps and overgrown bushes.

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in the north of the county all the way down to Greystones in the south. Commuters Malahide native and Speaking to the have been frustrated local Fianna Fáil TD County Leader he in recent years by a and Spokesperson on said; “The news that stagnant service, Dublin Darragh talks which is often have O’Brien has expressed broken down overcrowded.” his frustration at the b e t w e e n Many local resiannouncement by Unions dents have and Irish Rail this morning Irish Rail to expressed that plans to increase work out a new concern over DART frequency from a r r a n g e m e n t the developevery 15 minutes to 10 enabling DART ments and minutes have been services every O’Brien TD prospect of postponed. overcrowding 10 minutes is This will effect many very disappointing. and lateness. commuters in the The DART is a vital O’Brien went on to region and specifi- piece of transport say; “Proposals from cally in the Malahide infrastructure for Irish Rail to expand area. Dublin, from Malahide the frequency of the DART services would have alleviated overcrowding and improved the quality and regularity of service for passengers who rely on the DART. It is unfortunate that a dispute developed surrounding this proposal.” At Creative Counselling Centre He concluded by 5, St. James’ Terrace, Malahide saying; “We have Contact Muireann Casey Hughes: seen over the last few months the negative impact LUAS strikes mcasey.hughes@gmail.com can have on the city. Evening appointments available. It is imperative that we do not allow a similar situation to Irish Association for Counselling and develop on the Psychotherapy Accredited Member DART.”

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From War To Peace By Malahide Choir In the Helix, at The Mahony Hall at Dublin City University, Glasnevin on Saturday April 30th 2016 Malahide choir Enchiriadis Treis and Fingal Children’s choir will be be performing two amazing works as part of the commemoration programme for 1916. The concert, which is titled ‘From War To Peace’ promises to be a haunting and rapturous evening of song and entertainment. 30th of April 2016 is the 100th anniversary of the last guns falling silent in Dublin after the Easter Rising. Over the hundred years since, through many troubles, peace has slowly but steadily been

established on the island of Ireland. In this concert the Malahide Choir will commemorate the men and women of 1916 and all who have helped build the peace we now enjoy by singing two works; Clare’s Dragoons by Alois Fleischmann, which is a rousing story of battle, and The Peacemakers by Karl Jenkins which can only be described as a cry for universal peace. The concert will be conducted by Cathal Clinch and the artists include Mary Callan-Clarke, Gavan Ring, Dermot Bolgert and Peter Sheridan. Compere for the night will be Dermot Bannon. Tickets are xxx25 and will be presented in a special gift envelope to celebrate the centenary.

Local Pilates Senior If you are interested in Citizens starting something new or simply just improving Bingo your fitness, try Pilates. Every Thursday in the St Nicholas room of Malahide St Sylvesters Parish Centre Pilates takes place with Cathy Smith from 9.1510.15am. All are welcome to come along, phone 086- 8276792 for more information.

Every Thursday in the St Ita room, Malahide Parish Centre, Senior Citizens Bingo takes place from 10.30-12.00. Feel free to come along, all are welcome to join in the fun.

Bethany Bereavement Every Monday in the Malahide Parish Centre in the St Ita Room the Bethany Bereavement group meet. The group are offering support to the bereaved. From 10.30am every week and 7.30pm on the second Monday of the month. All are welcome to come along and find some solace.

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Malahide Tag Rugby Malahide Rugby club, in association with IRFU, are running a 9 week ‘Summer Tag Rugby’ event. Tag rugby is a great and fun way to get fit for the summer months. Training will take place from 12th of May in the Malahide Rugby Club, Estuary Road, Malahide and will be played on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm. The season will run for 9 weeks ending with a finals and presentation night on Friday 17th July. No experience is necessary to join and you can either register as a team or join as an individual and the club will allocate you a team that suits your experience and fitness levels. Team registration is €475 and individual registration fee is €50. ‘Summer Tag Rugby’ is for adult men and women and is a fun way to get a full body work out, become fit and socialise with others all at the same time. It is a perfect opportunity for local companies to enter a team and network with others, whilst providing a social outlet for staff in a safe environment as they interact with other players. Tag Rugby is a non contact game which is all about fun and participation. With a squad of 10 players, 7 play on the team at any one time and players are rotated so everyone gets involved. It caters for all adults regardless of ability. After the on field tag games there will be an opportunity to relax and enjoy a BBQ and refreshments on the terrace or inside their award winning clubhouse overlooking the scenic Malahide estuary. There is ample parking at the club house, however Malahide RFC will be providing a shuttle bus service to and from the club to Malahide DART station and to Swords Main Street. There are many ways to become involved with the Summer Tag Rugby event. You can register as part of a team or an individual but you can also sponsor a team or sponsor a ball if you wish.

Garda Support Site Launched By Swords Man Swords native and counsellor/psychotherapist, Mark Reddy Msc, is about to launch a new website; www.gardawelfare.ie. With it he aims to provide a 24 hour, 7 day a week information service to Gardai who have experienced a tough case or are simply just having a hard

efforts in this area. As it stands, there is no timeframe set out for the establishment of the elusive 24 hour helpline. Based on Reddy’s advice in 2002 the GRA (Garda Representative Association) and the AGSI (Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors) are currently pushing for the helpline to be brought into By Aoife Read common practice. However, Reddy fears that time reconciling their, at times, heart this won’t be enough; “I supplied advice in wrenching work, with their daily lives. The 2002 that the 24 hour service is only a tiny part launch was supposed to coincide with the of it. A 24 hour phone service should be used launch of a 24 hour Garda helpline. to tide people over until they can actually talk Unfortunately, this has been delayed with no face to face with someone and establish reason given. The helpline was first sought by regular therapy sessions. The help line won’t Reddy 14 years ago, after he began counselling be able to provide people with consistent and a Garda while he was studying for his degree. on going therapy. It needs to run in conjunction He was struck by the lack of support available with an internal service of civilian therapists Mark Reddy Msc (right) receiving his Person of for workers in our emergency services and and both things need to run in correlation with the Year Award in 2004 for his work with the began to push for something to be done. The each one another. The GRA and the AGSI have Gardai regarding Gardai Mental Health. In the photo he is being presented with his award by idea of a 24 hour helpline was taken on board jumped on the idea that a 24 hour phone line local councillor Darragh Butler. by the Gardai themselves; however its estabwill be the ultimate answer, and while it is lishment has been the subject of many delays. necessary, it won’t, in my opinion, solve everyforum designed for emergency services According to a representative from the GRA thing.” The County Leader contacted the Garda personnel and the Gardai. I set up the Press office to find out if there was any further (Garda Representatives Association),there is ‘Emergency Services Wall’ on stresskills.ie, information regarding a time scale for no dedicated internal support or counselling service for Gardai who have “These are just ordinary men and women in our the establishment of the 24 hour help had to deal with a stressful case, or communities who are putting on a uniform everyday line, and also to ask if there was any particular reason why it has been day at work. While they do have Employee Assistant Officers, they are and dealing with the worst that life has to offer. They delayed so many times. The repredeserve respect and support for everything they do.” sentative from the Garda press office not qualified counsellors or stated that he was unaware of any psychotherapists and are all members scheme being set up and knew nothing about of the Gardai themselves. This is something which is a discussion forum. Within that there it, nor could he provide any further assistance that Reddy feels needs to be addressed, espeis an area where members of the emergency in relation to it. cially due to the stark fact that a recorded 6 services can come and talk privately to other Gardai tragically took their own lives in 2015. colleagues and friends.” Based on Speaking to the County Leader, Reddy said; “I the popularity of the Emergency was training as a counsellor back in 1999, and Services Wall, Reddy set up this new as part of my training I was counselling people. site, gardawelfare.ie. “It will contain One of the people I counselled was a member links to appropriate services and of an Garda Síochána. I was surprised by the provide information about what lack of support that they had and the lack of depression is, what anxiety is, and trust that they had in the services that were what you can do to help yourself.” there at the time. I set up a face to face support Going forward, Reddy hopes to service called ‘Help’, where I brought together develop an app that will contain all groups of people who had difficulties and were the information available on the site. in similar professions. I quickly became He wants it to be a complete informaoverrun by emergency services workers.” Due tion hub, not only for Gardai who are to the overwhelming demand Reddy was in personal difficulty, but also a facing from people from the Gardai, he source of information for their famiresearched the need for a dedicated support lies and as a tool for the Gardai to service. He issued a questionnaire and it had a use should they be faced with a 100 per cent response rate. He realised that person who is suffering from mental members of the Gardai were desperate for a health struggles when they are out dedicated support service and set out to do on calls. 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Katie Boran from St Oliver Plunkett NS in Malahide made her Confirmation. She is pictured here with Eithne Lanno

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Pictured after making her Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide is Abbie Walsh (second left) with Denise Byrne, Dee Walsh and Mick Walsh

Klara Collins (in white) is pictured after making her Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide, with members of her family

Pictured after making his Confirmation Liam Mac Aogain from St Oliver Plunkett NS. He is pictured with Darragh Mac Aogain, Joan Butler and Cathy Mac Aogain

Sean Ennis and David Byrne made their Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide

Ava Foran, who made her Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide is pictured with Mark and Helen Foran

It was a very proud occasion for pupils of St Oliver Plunkett National School in Malahide when the Sacrament of Confirmation took place on the 9th and 10th March last at St Sylvester's Church in Malahide. The excited pupils, parents and teachers of St Oliver Plunkett National School all enjoyed the great occasion, with beautiful weather conditions on both days. The children, their families and friends posed for photos after the ceremonies, which were attended by many teachers from the school, including school principal, Claire O'Connor. The beautiful ceremony, which was performed in the presence of a full

Luke Quish, who made his Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide is pictured with Rachel, Garvan and Zara Quish

Pictured after making her Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide is Diana Mills (second left), with Monica McMahon, Ciara O'Prey and Rickard Mills

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Pictured after making their Confirmation, are twins, Amy and Dave Farrell, with Ray Farrell

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Pictured after making her Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide is Aisling NĂ Laighleis with members of her family

Pictured after making their Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide are James Barry, Jamie Allen, Cian Dennehy, Karl Dooley, Harry Smith, Sean Quilligan and Peter Byrne

church on both days, was enhanced by the excellent singing of the school choir and the musical accompaniment of teachers from the school. Afterwards, refreshments, including tea and coffee, cakes and biscuits were served in the adjoining Parish Centre, which was enjoyed by everyone. Much thanks to the committee, who provided the refreshments. The children had their own room in the centre, where they enjoyed their own food and drink as they admired each other's outfits and generally enjoyed the occasion. They then headed off with their families to celebrate their great day. More pictures next week.

Alex McGahan (centre), who made her Confirmation is pictured with Claire O'Connor, Rosemarie Potts, Sarah Ann McGahan and Mick McGahan

Pictured after making their Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide are Niall Haughey, Cian Russell, Evan McGuirk and Cathal Buckley from St Oliver Plunkett National School

Ryan Butterly made his Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church, Malahide. He is pictured with Tom Mulhere

Heather Mulcahy, who made her Confirmation is pictured with Joan Mulcahy

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Change Of Plan For Little Molly Many people in the North County have taken a keen interest in the progress of little Molly McNally, the young Balbriggan girl who suffered from Stage Four Neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer. As

By Patrick Finnegan was happily reported recently, little Molly is now cancer free and in light of her great progress, a change of plan regarding her treatment has been agreed. Her parents, Gerry and Emma are anxious to provide an update on Molly and on the decision taken not to send her to the US for further treatment, as planned. They said, “As a lot of people are aware, when we started fundraising it was the intention to enrol Molly on a clinical trial to prevent relapse in the US once she got to remission and

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finished frontline treatment in Crumlin. As we progressed with Molly’s treatment here, her disease became more and more difficult to manage and Molly went off her original protocol and enrolled on a clinical trial in Crumlin (The Beacon Trial). This required five extra months of chemotherapy on top of the initial eight rounds of chemo and four rounds of extra chemo (TVD) in the hope that it would reduce the amount of disease on her skeleton. During this time Molly was scanned more frequently to monitor her progress.” “These scans, called MIBG scans are radiation scans. The day before each scan, Molly would be injected with a radioactive dye directly into her bloodstream and it is this dye that

helps highlight the Neuroblastoma clusters on her skeleton while having her scan. During Molly’s treatment, she received 11 of these scans which is more than double the required amount on the standard protocol for stage four high risk Neuroblastoma. If Molly was to enrol on the trial in the US, she would be obliged to have a further 7 of these scans over a two year period.” “Considering Molly is now cancer free, the lasting effects of these scans could be detrimental to her future health and well being. There is an ongoing risk of developing cancer from all of the scans Molly has had. Based on this information and on the advice of Molly’s Consultant Oncologist, we have decided not to enrol Molly on this trial. This has been an

Little Molly relaxing on her swing at home

extremely difficult decision for us to make as the chance of Molly relapsing is also high. It has been a very stressful time for us, but after several meetings with the medical team in Crumlin and listening and understanding fully the possible effects

these scans could have, we are 100 per cent certain that this is the best decision for our little girl. They continued, “We would like to thank both our families, the Molly McNally Miracle Trust committee and the friends and the neighbours, who between them went above and beyond to help and support our family throughout Molly’s illness. We would also like to thank Balscadden National School who supported us 100 per cent and looked after and continued to nurture our children’s education and well being. We want to thank the Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, in particular the entire staff of the 5th floor. You were all a huge part of Molly’s treatment and we will be forever grateful for the manner in which you loved and minded Molly

throughout her illness. You all saw Molly at her lowest and most vulnerable but always managed to get her back on top form and put the smile back on her face,” they said. “We would like to thank the staff of the Radiotherapy Department at St. Luke’s Hospital whose professionalism and kindness was outstanding. Finally, we would like to thank Molly’s Consultant Oncologist, Dr. Cormac Owens and the whole medical team of St. John’s Ward. Even when things were against us, you all kept going, you never made promises you couldn’t keep and were honest and caring. Molly always came first and you helped and

guided us through very tough times and helped us make very important decisions regarding Molly’s treatment. We respect you all so much and St. John’s Ward holds a special place in our hearts, we will never be able to thank you all enough for what you did for Molly.” Their final thank you goes to the people of the North County and beyond, who took Molly to their hearts and the staggering amount of funds raised for the little girl. “Our fundraising campaign to date stands at €243,501.51 and is held in the Molly McNally Trust account AIB, Balbriggan. This would not have been possible without the

generosity, dedication and hard work of so many people. We would like to thank everybody who donated, organised a fundraiser, raised awareness and helped us share Molly’s story and to all who supported her trust. Molly’s trust will stay as it is in AIB Balbriggan, the people involved on her account only have Molly’s best interest at heart. The funds will be available for Molly, if in the future, further treatment is required for her.” “We hope you all can respect and understand our decision and wish Molly the best chance of happiness and a long and healthy life,” concluded Gerry and Emma.

Hearing Aids For Lebanon The Hear Again hearing clinic in Skerries has been running an initiative called ‘Hearing Aids For Lebanon.’ In it they have been encouraging people to bring them old or unused hearing aids. They are then being reprogrammed and sent to the School For Deaf Children in Beirut, Lebanon. Once the hearing aids arrive at the school they are used to assist the children with speech and learning.

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Speaking to the County Leader, Gabriel Phelan, Audiologist at the clinic said; “I came across the charity when I was looking at getting another company down in Kildare and the chap that was running it was a former Irish soldier who had served in the Lebanon. He had information on the charity in his business and he was helping the charity himself. When I asked about it he told me what they do I thought, ‘I can help here.” He went on to say; “People come in to us, elderly people or people who, maybe their parents Gabriel Phelan have passed away, and they have a hearing aid that they don’t need or use anymore. So I decided to help out by sending the hearing aids in to the charity as a way of giving back” They encourage people to bring in any hearing aids to them, old ones, new ones even broken ones. They will then send them on to the Lebanon Trust in Ireland who refurbish them and send them on to the school in the Lebanon. Phelan’s clinic for the North County region is based in Skerries, however they will accept hearing aids from all over the region. “Our North County office is based in Skerries so if anyone from across the North County wishes to send them in to us we will happily accept them,” he concluded.

1916 Bus Tour Donabate A 1916 Bus Tour of the historic sites of the Rising with talk, will depart at 11am from Donabate Church and returns approximately 4pm on Saturday 9th April. The tour will include tea in the new Butlers Pantry in Newbridge House. There will be a guided tour, talk and booklet. The event is currently booked out, however you can put your name on the waiting list by contacting Breda Dockrell on 086 8693243 or email breda.dockrell@gmail.com

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The singer, dancer, MasterChef champion and mum has posed in a series of stunning shots oozing oldfashioned movie star glamour to encourage specs wearers to pucker up and enter Specsavers’ specs selfie competition. Specs wearers can enter the competition to be in with a chance of attending the starstudded final in London and winning the coveted title, along with x12,000 in cash, x1,000 worth of specs and an allexpenses trip to global fashion capital, New York. Now in its 21st year, the competition raises valuable funds for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin. For each entry made x1 will be donated to the charity for the development of The Department of Ophthalmology. The competition has five age categories – 16-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-59 and over 60s – and ten semi-finalists will compete for the chance to win a VIP makeover and represent Ireland at the starstudded awards ceremony in London. To be in with a chance of scooping the biggest accolade in the specswearing world, glasses wearers can enter the competition online at www.specsavers.ie

Skerries family Mark and Emer Hynes and their son Fionn are one of many families who have benefited from the work of the Irish Guide Dogs Association. Back in January 2014 the Hynes family were given an assistance dog, Quenton, from Irish Guide Dogs for their son Fionn who is Autistic. As part of the work that Irish GUide Dogs do, Emer, who was previously afraid of dogs was able to work with a member of the Guide Dogs Team to help her overcome her fear. This was a vital part of the service as Emer knew it was necessary for her son to have the most complete and effective experience he could have with Quenton. As a means of thanks, the Hynes family took a guide dogs counter box which Mark has placed on the counter of his travelling Coffee shop. Mark is at Balbriggan railway station from 5.30 am to 12.30 pm Monday to Friday and this counter

Pictured are Emer Hynes and Mark Hynes presenting their cheque with funds raised from a counter box that was placed on the counter of the Hyne's mobile coffee shop, the Java Hutt, to Joan Early and Tom O'Neil of Irish Guide Dogs. Also pictured are the Hynes children Fionn, with his assistant dog Quenton, Sean and assistant dogs Gatsby and Merlin and retired dog Unice.

box can be seen at all sorts of shows that Java the Hut attends up and down the country weekend after weekend. Mark Hynes recently made a formal presentation to the Balbriggan/ North County branch of the Irish Guide Dogs Association of all of the money collected from the counter box over the last year. Mark even

displayed Christmas cards and calendars and his outlet has proven to be very good for the local branch. Mark is extremely grateful for the great support he gets morning after morning from his customers who keep filling up his box. This highlights how important the work that the association does, and

how so many worthy families benefit so much from it. Annual Guide Dog Pin week runs from 26th April and the Balbriggan branch will be in Millfield Tesco on Friday 6th May and Saturday 7th of May, and also in Tesco Rush on Friday 6th of May. If you would like to help out by donating your time please call 085 766 3107.

Free Guide For Older People And Carers Launched articles and local directories for older people and carers, is now available from local Bluebird Care offices nationwide. “While we live in a digital world, there’s nothing better than having a book at hand which covers so much from a directory of local services to advice on finance, legal matters, home security, home care and even recipes from the Food For The Soul cookbook. Practical information in one place is invaluable for older people and carers. I’m in the business of communications so I can understand why this book is so popular,” says Mary Kennedy. The handbook also contains a comprehensive county-by-county directory of hospitals, local authorities, support groups, charities and state agencies as well as expert articles on matters from wills to investing money, caring for a loved one and staying fit and healthy in older age. Dublin Fingal Rotarian and proprietor of Bluebird Care, Paul O’Reilly says their Pictured at the launch of the 2016 edition of the Irish Pensioners 20 offices nationwide had a waiting list of Handbook at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin are RTE personality, Mary people and organisations that ordered Kennedy, Paul O'Reilly proprietor Bluebird Care and Ken Shannon, copies of the book before its launch. “The Bluebird Care Irish Pensioners Handbook is hugely popular and feedback so far has been extremely positive. We have uploaded the electronic version on our website so it’s there at the touch of a button. We have printed 20,000 copies and we are inviting members of the public to call to their local Bluebird Care office to pick up their free copy. The articles we commissioned are based on the information older people and carers are looking for from our staff, so we decided to ask a number of medical, financial and health experts to contribute to it,” he For treatments says. The Handbook can started in April be viewed online at Free Consultation bluebirdcare.ie. You can also pick up your hard Free Orthodontic sports mouth guard when braces are fitted copy from your local Free teeth whitening following treatment for adults Bluebird Care office nationwide or call Bluebird Care on 0818 227 052 or email info@bluebirdcare.ie.

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Kodaline Announce Student Enterprise Awards Final Irish rock band Kodaline, members of which were student entrepreneurs at Colaiste Colm secondary school in Swords and Portmarnock Community School, have announced the details for this year’s Student Enterprise Awards National Finals, which take place in Dublin on April 20th. Co-ordinated by the Local Enterprise Offices in every Local Authority area, the competition is the most successful student enterprise programme of its kind. Two members of Kodaline, lead singer, Steve Garrigan, and lead guitarist, Mark Prendergast, set up their own student enterprise when they were both secondary school students in Swords, selling music lessons. The rock quartet, who have just finished another European Tour, are all past pupils of schools that participated in the Student Enterprise Awards. Since the programme was launched last September, around 17,000 budding entrepreneurs from 370 secondary schools across the country have been running their own enterprises, with help from their teachers and Local Enterprise Offices. The North County’s competition is the biggest in the country with over 2,000 participating students. 300 finalists

from all over the country will set-up enterprise exhibition displays at the National Finals in Croke Park on Wednesday April 20th before taking part in a series of judging interviews. As well as gaining substantial business experience, there is an impressive prize fund on offer for the young entrepreneurs. Speaking to the North County Leader about the importance of entrepreneurship in schools, the lead singer of Kodaline, Steve Garrigan, said: “No matter what career you follow later in life, a good understanding of how business works will definitely help you. Setting up a business and selling music classes when we were at secondary school, taught us very important lessons about the world of business and that enterprise education has really stood to us.” Speaking to the County Leader, Oisin Geoghegan, Head of the Fingal Local Enterprise Office, said: “Kodaline have turned an obvious passion and talent for music, into a globally successful business and we are very grateful to them for helping to promote student entrepreneurship in this country. The Student Enterprise Awards enable students to take on the world of busi-

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The Defence Forces’ detachment then presented the Chief Scout, Christy McCann with a Tricolour, which was the raised to the strains of Amhrán na bhFiann played by a lone piper, Liam Clare from the Black Raven Pipe Band, as the sun rose on a chilly morning. Once the tricolour had been raised, a tricolour and a commemorative copy of the Proclamation was presented to each Scout Group by the Chief Scout and the Mayor. The tricolours are being provided by the Defence Forces to every Scout Group in the country. Also

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Lucy Donnelly, Beibhian Donnelly, Sinead Evuarherhe, Katia Bakumba and Ellie Davis, all fifth class from St Mary's National School, Garristown

Over 1,000 students from 33 schools took part in the North County Section of the Fingal Athletics League, which was organised by Fingal County Council’s Sports Office in partnership with Athletics Ireland and supported by Fingallians Athletics Club. This participation based event takes place in Balheary Park, Swords, three times a year with a finals day in Morton Stadium on 12th April. The finals day also includes the Dublin 15 league, which will see approximately 1,800 students of all abilities from all over Fingal to take part in this fun introduction to athletics. Schools can enter a maximum of 50 pupils from 3rd – 6th class, including both boys and girls who will race separately. Race distances range from 350 to 650 metres depending on the age group. Speaking at the event Niall McGuirk, Senior Sports Development Officer with Fingal County Council said, "I'm delighted to see so many schools from all over Fingal taking part in our athletics league. This fun introduction to running has been a great way to encourage schools to develop running programmes during school and subsequently get those young people to join their local athletics club where they have the opportunity to try a variety of athletics disciplines and hopefully find an activity that’s fun and keeps them fit and healthy.”

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Donabate is a lovely suburban coastal village, situated on a peninsula, which it shares with the village of Portrane. The peninsula has the Rogerstown Estuary to the north and Broadmeadow Estuary to the south. The name of the area, Donabate, supposedly means “Fort of the ferry”, from Dún a’ Bháid, referring to an ancient church which is in the townlands of Ballymadrough, west of Donabate, near the Broadmeadow Estuary. Many visitors are attracted to Donabate and Portrane, due in the main to the very pleasant scenery and wonderful coastline. Nearby is the historic Newbridge House and Demense, one of Donabate’s main attractions. Other attractions include some of the finest golf courses to be found anywhere. Corballis, Balcarrick, Donabate and Beaverstown golf clubs provide excellent golf for members and visitors alike. But it is not just for the scenery and golf that people come to visit the area. The recent increase in population has seen Donabate grow and develop to become a destination for the discerning shopper. Amenities and choice for shoppers have increased

greatly and for many, there is no need to go to the larger centres anymore to purchase items that once could not be purchased in Donabate. The spacious shopping arcade in the centre of the town has a selection of fine shops

important to remember to try and do your shopping locally, when you can. Not only are you going to enjoy strolling around Donabate as you shop, you will also be putting your funds back into local shops and businesses around the town,

catering for many of your shopping needs. When you have completed your visit to the shops, now is the time to avail of a nice coffee break in one of the town’s fine coffee shops. You can also avail of lunch in excellent restaurants or in the local pubs, if you’d prefer. Make no mistake, Donabate has much more to offer than you think and visitors will be pleasantly surprised at the quality of shops, providing excellent value for money and choice. It’s

giving them more business and helping them stay open. Donabate has always been a popular holiday destination for people from the greater Dublin area. The proximity of the sea and the cliff walks are particularly appealing, as well as a safe sandy beach for all the family to enjoy. The charming Victorian railway station is a delight and brings lot of visitors to the area. From here they can stroll past the impressive Catholic Church and into

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the centre of the village. The nearby Newbridge House and Demense is now a public park, playground and model farm. The park is a popular recreational area all year round. It also contains playing pitches used by local sports clubs. The main entrance to Newbridge is from the Hearse Road in Donabate. There is a pedestrian entrance from The Square in Donabate village. There is also a pet farm located here, which appeals to everyone, particularly the young. The delights of this area cannot be overstated and it has always been a lovely place to live, with a rare quality of live very evident. The accessibility of some fine shops, with a diversity of choice and value for money, as well as the proximity of the sea and world class leisure facilities, makes Donabate a real jewel in the crown of North County locations. The town has developed into a really nice place to do business and to enjoy its many amenities. The Donabate/ Portrane Community Centre has given a new dimension to residents in the area. People can avail of classes and tutorials, as well as a myriad of other activities here. The addition of the library here has been a great boost for the centre. Two new, state of the art schools are very welcome and are reflective of the advances that the area has experienced in recent times and are well overdue. There are a number of clubs located around Donabate, which you and your family are welcome to join. All these clubs will be getting ready for the fun and games that the summer will bring and will have various festive activities on throughout the coming months, so get in touch with your local club to make sure you don’t miss out. The reopening of the all weather pitch has been added to this. Local shops also feature beautifully displayed shop fronts; where retailers display their wares in lovely well kept, attractive shops which draw you in. You won’t have to worry about having hassle if you need to return an item. Retailers will gladly accommodate you in whatever way they can, and you won’t have to travel miles to do a gift exchange, as the shops are right on your doorstep.

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in full bloom for the summer season ahead. It is the local shopping experience that really sets Swords apart. It has become a very good retail destination, with a great selection of individual businesses, as well as national and international businesses. The town is vibrant with activity and with everything the shops have to offer, you’ll never want to trudge into the city centre again. And why would you need to? The Main Street has an array of shops which sell clothes, jewellery and other goodies that spring to mind. Each shop is full of hidden gems, ideal for that perfect gift or must-have item. There’s so much an offer, you’ll have a task and a half deciding what to buy! Swords is also choc full of plenty of unique stores and stalls. So much so, that you’ll find extra special items that you won’t get in the standard shops. All the more reason to stay local and give that special someone a gift with a difference. There are also excellent shopping malls just off Main Street, where you just might get that

measure. You’ll be hard pressed to find that sort of service in the city centre. Here in Swords, the local retailers pride themselves on offering you the best service possible and can give you plenty of help and advice if you’re stuck for ideas. All the shops, stores and boutiques will be up to date with the latest trends and products, so you’ll have to look no further for whatever

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The upcoming Mini Marathon offers a wonderful opportunity for local women around the North County to get fit and give something back to the countless fantastic charities around the North County and all of Ireland, who are so in need of extra funds and a helping hand to ensure they can keep going. Last year, the premise behind donating to charity has caught some negative attention, but we should not forget how much great, tireless work that goes on in these charities, who are for the most part, simply trying to do their bit for those who are less fortunate than us. It’s really so vital that women come on board, as these charities rely on the Goodwill of the public in order to survive as more often than not, government funding is just not sufficient, and some charities may or may not get some of this funding, so they rely more than ever on the goodwill of others. With this in mind, what better way to get involved in fundraising than participating in the biggest charity event of the year, the Women’s Vhi Mini Marathon. This 10k women’s race is the most significant charity event of the year, and grows in popularity and support year in, year out. This major event is so very important as without it, some outstanding charities would struggle to provide their services to those who need it the most. So, don’t wait around, apply today and become a part of this fantastic event, all the while knowing you’re doing your bit for a good cause. Taking place on the 6th of June this year,

the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon is the biggest event of it’s kind, with thousands of women taking to the streets of Dublin , on Bank Holiday Monday to help raise funds for many super charities around the North County and throughout Ireland. For those that don’t know, here is some history behind what started it all. The event started in 1983 and has since had over 800,000 women enter, now making it the biggest single day event in the country. Not only do participating women benefit health wise, but they will also help raise a remarkable amount of money for their chosen charities. It really is an amazing event which can help many charities continue on with the sterling work they are doing. It would be fantastic to raise the same amount or higher this year, so ladies, why not get involved in 2016? Pick a charity, enlist the support of your friends and family and provide your cause with the funds they so desperately need. If you’re unsure about where your raised funds will go to, check if the charity is officially registered. You may decide to support a local charity that is not registered but you know

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dren, nieces, nephews, wide circle of relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.

Recent published deaths from the North County FAY (née Newman), Nancy (Annie) (Rolestown, Co. Dublin) - March 31, 2016, (peacefully) at Swords Nursing Home, beloved mother of the late Joey; sadly missed by her loving son Larry and Margaret, grandsons Larry and Derek, great-granchildren, sister-in-law Essie, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. KENNY Sr Redempta, (Loreto Convent, Balbriggan, Dublin) (Peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital. She will be sadly missed by her family in Kenya and Ireland, her sister Pat, brother-in-law Shaun, sister-in-law Chris, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. MULVANEY (Chapel Lane, Garristown, Dublin) Anthony (Tony) peacefully at St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown, loving husband of Pauline and dear father of Louise and Nicholas. Sadly missed by his family, his adored grandaughter Gwyneth, mother-inlaw, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and his many dear friends. Rest in Peace. CLUNE (née Moran), Patricia (Pat), (Rathfarnham, Dublin / Donabate, Dublin) 27th March. Predeceased by her loving husband Dr Joseph Clune. Suddenly but peacefully at home, much loved mother of Riana, Eileen, Stephen and Eilish (predeceased by her daughter Finola). She will be sadly missed by her family, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, sister Dinkie, brother Sean, brothers-in-law, sister-inlaw, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. RYAN (née Hughes), Nuala, (Swords, Co. Dublin) March 30, 2016, (peacefully) at home; sadly missed by her loving husband Gerry, children Linda-Jane, Paul, Ivan, Julieanne and Janice, grandchildren Nathan, Sarah-Jane, Eoghan and Zoe, daughter-in-law Dawn, brothers, sister, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. HARNEY, Vivian (née McCourt) (Malahide, Co. Dublin, late of Beaumont Road and formerly of the Revenue Commissioners, Department of Finance and FCS) 28th March 2016 (peacefully) surrounded by her loving family. Vivian will be very sadly missed by her loving husband Pat, son Philip, daughter Laura, sisters Claire and June, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, many friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace. HUGHES (late of Rush, Co. Dublin and Liverpool) March 16, 2016 (suddenly) James; deeply regretted by hi wife Danielle, daughter Jasmine, son James Jr., parents John and Ann, brothers Damien and Gerard, sister Maria and Aine, aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. TAAFFE, Pascal (Patrick) (Portmarnock, Co. Dublin) 26th March 2016 at Beaumont Hospital. Loving husband of Sheila and devoted father of Paul, Sharon and the late Stephen. He will be very sadly missed by his family, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, grandchildren, great-granddaughters, sisters Annie, Kathleen and Vera, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace. KELLY, (née Quinn), (Lusk Co. Dublin, late of Edenmore, Raheny) March 26th 2016 peacefully at Rush Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family, Joan, wife of the late Kevin, sadly missed by her loving children, Joan, Tony, Mary, Margaret and Phil, sister Eileen, grandchildren, Rachel, Shane, Tony, Stephen, Jerry, Sinéad, Michelle, Kelly, Clare and Jessica, great grandchildren, Dearbhla, Eoghan and Ada, sons-in-law, John, Gerard and Roy, brother-in-law Tony, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. GARGAN, Bridget (Babs) (late of Newtown, Swords, Co. Dublin) - March 23, 2016, at home; sadly missed by her brothers Anthony and Patrick, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. WHERITY (née McGrane), Annie (Swords, Co. Dublin) March 23, 2016, (peacefully) in the loving care of the staff at Tara Winthrop Private Clinic, beloved wife of the late Tommy and Joe and mother of the late Thomas; sadly missed by her loving daughters Margaret, Anne and Sheelagh, sons-in-law Martin and Gerry, sisters Kathleen and Madeline, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. MC CARDLE, (née Maxwell), Marie, (Swords, Co. Dublin) Peacefully at Beaumont Hospital. Deeply regretted by her loving husband Michael, sons Mark and Barry, daughter Aisling, brother Sean, grandchil-

FARRELLY Desmond (Rivervally Drive, Swords, Co. Dublin) Suddenly at Beaumont Hospital. Deeply regretted by his brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunt, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. MCKENNA, Michael (Skerries, Co. Dublin), 22nd March 2016, (peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital surrounded by his loving family Michael, sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Anne, daughter Sharon, son Michael, adored grandchildren Jack, Aoife, Séan and Niamh, daughter-in-law Jill, son-in-law Keith, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. WYNNE, Maurice (Skerries, Co. Dublin), March 21st 2016, (peacefully) at Bon Secours Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, Maurice, husband of the late Margaret, sadly missed by his loving family, daughters Mary, Rita, Anne, Edel and Brenda, sons Austin, Maurice and Philip, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. CRONIN (née O'Grady), Selina - March 20, 2016 (Swords, Co. Dublin) suddenly at home; sadly missed by her loving husband Sean, sons Niall, Johnny, Stephen, Alan and Michael, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. FOX, James (Jimmy) of (Grace Dieu, Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin) March 20th 2016 in the exceptional care of Bon Secours Hospital, Glasnevin surrounded by his loving family. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his beloved wife Catherine, his sisters Angela, Mary and Claire, brother Colm, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace. GRANT Francis (Banty) (Clonard Court, Balbriggan, Dublin) Peacefully. Predeceased by his son Cornelius. Sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen, daughters Mary, Catherine, Edel and Jacinta, sons Jim, Alan, John and Richard, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers Dessie and Liam, sisters Ann and Ena, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. Rest in Peace. HARRINGTON, Patrick (Paddy) (Swords, Co. Dublin) March 20, 2016 (peacefully) at home; sadly missed by his loving wife Marion, daughters Patricia, Emer, Selene and Ciara, sons-in-law, grandchildren Siobhan, Aoife, Katie, Ronan, Emily and Aaron, sister Eileen, relatives and friends. O'DRISCOLL (nee Weldon) Rush, Co. Dublin, March 19, 2016 (peacefully) in the loving care of the staff of the Hamilton Park Nursing Home. Anna, beloved wife of the late Jack; sadly missed by her loving sister Esther, brothers Jimmy and Joe, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace. MONAGHAN (M.R.C.V.S. M.V.B) Michael (Old Castlelands, Balbriggan, Dublin / Formerly of Esker, Athenry, Co Galway). Peacefully at his home. Predeceased by his loving wife Rita. Sadly missed by his sons Cormac, Garrett, Michael and Declan, daughter Cathy, grandchildren, sister Mary, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and a large circle of friends.Rest in Peace.

Miracle Prayer Sacred Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. L.C

Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought to widen the existing vehicular entrance, pave front garden to accommodate off-street parking, extend front of house and garage at ground floor level, including constructing a new lean too hipped roof over front extension and to convert attic to a non-habitable room which will include the installation of roof lights to the front and rear pitches of the main roof, a first floor extension to the side of the existing house over the existing garage which will include extending the main roof over the garage at 27 Shenick Grove, Skerries for Steve & Aisling Tinkler. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is being sought for Single storey extension (56.5 sq.m.) to rear of 39 The Chantries, Balrothery, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin for D. Healy & J. Griffin. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the

period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought for the following development: A) construction of 5 no. 1 1/2 storey, 4 bedroom detached houses, B) new front boundary wall and railings to site, set back from existing road to allow for future road widening along front of site, C) close existing vehicular/pedestrian entrance from Hearse Road and provide new vehicular/pedestrian access road into site at centre of new front boundary treatment and D) all associated site development works all at Prospect House, Hearse Road, Donabate, Co. Dublin for Mr. E. Hopkins. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I Rachael Reid intend to make a planning application to Fingal County Council for the addition of three rooflights to an existing roof at No. 17 Westbrook Rise, Balbriggan. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during it’s public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application

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05.04.2016 Fingal County Council We D & M Goode intend to apply for (a) Retention permission for a single storey c.16sq.m. dining room & utility room extension to the rear and (b) Permission for construction of a new single storey extension to the rear and (c) minor first floor dormer extension to the rear and all associated alterations (including new windows in the north and south gables) of existing dormer dwelling and all associated site works at No.8 South Strand, Rush, Co. Dublin. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. Mon.-Fri. between 9.30-15.30 (Through Lunch) and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I Darren Costello intend to apply for planning permission for development at this site 60 Drumnigh Wood, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of converting the existing garage into a granny flat for Darren Costello parents & linking the new granny flat to the existing house with a corridor. The existing garage will increase by 1.5m into the rear garden and also 1.5m towards the front of the existing house/road. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours of (9.30a.m.- 16.30p.m.) Monday to Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council o f the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by Bernard Mongey for the retention of unauthorised development consisting of the retention of the two storey detached house at 2A The Crescent, Melrose Park, Kinsealy, Co. Dublin. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I Tony Lambe wish to apply for planning permission for the change of use of ground floor unit 4 from G.P. surgery to retail and to combine ground floor units 3 & 4 for use as a single retail unit, alterations to existing front elevation and all associated works, at Albany House, Dublin Road., Swords, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be

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on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Richard Wilson for storey and a half house, new access gate and driveway, new proprietary wastewater treatment system with percolation / irrigation area, associated landscaping and site works at The Leas, Leas Cross, Swords, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Ivan and Amanda Gough intend to apply for planning permission for the construction of a single storey extension to the side and rear of 13 The Grove, Skerries Rock, County Dublin. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

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