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05th February 2013 • Volume 20, Issue 04 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • Tel: 8•400•200 • info@northcountyleader.ie

Green Light For Swords Service Station The decision of the County Council to grant planning permission for the construction of a new petrol service station on North Street in Swords, is set to have a dramatic effect on the town. It is expected that the new service station, with accompanying retail and food area, will be ready for business later this year. The local authority has granted permission to Applegreen to built a new service station and retail area on the site of Des Darcy Motors on North Street. This new facility will cover an area of 422 square metres, comprising six new petrol pump islands and canopy cover, with the construction of three 40,000 litre underground fuel tanks. Also included will be a comprehensive car wash facility and a retail unit with a drive through fast food facility.

By Patrick Finnegan In it’s summary when granting planning permission, the local authority felt that the “Retail element will be of a nature that would of benefit, by reason of supporting general economic and social activity in the area.” Locals feel that the granting of permission for this service station will add new impetus to this side of the town, and particularly to North Street. The improved footfall and increased general activity is likely to be welcomed by most people. There had been a lot of criticism of the area from some local councillors, who felt that the North Street area of

the town had been neglected and needed a facelift, particularly near the council offices. Tony Lambert, CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber was very upbeat about the news. He told the County Leader, “We welcome the development of a new service station and the accompanying facilities in North Street. This will add new commercial life to North Street, which is badly needed in the area,” he said. There are many advantages to the building of the new service station, like the generation of new jobs in the construction phase, as well as more perma-

Huge Support For Skerries Community Garden great help to the Tidy The proposed new community garden in Towns committee. We Skerries is something that is getting the hope to have it whole of the Skerries community really completed by late excited. The garden will be located summer this year and we right beside the old Carnegie library on are all looking forward to Strand Street and work has already it,” concluded Scully. commenced on it. This Floraville site was President of Skerries Chamber of Commerce, originally earmarked for Martin Scully spoke about how the project an extension to the came about. He told the County Leader. Martin Scully, Skerries library. The site was “The Chamber leased the land, known as the Chamber President acquired by the then Floraville site from the County Council and decided to plant a community garden here. Dublin County Council in the early 1980s for It depicts life in Skerries. One side of the this purpose. Detailed plans and specificagarden will encapsulate the harbour and the tions for this library were drawn up and approved in other will be of 1987. However, the old village. it was not There will also possible to be a ‘living wall’, proceed with with flowers in this project, due the colours of to the suspenthe local sports sion of the clubs and the libraries develgarden. It will o p m e n t provide a programme for w o n d e r f u l lack of necesamenity and will sary funding. be used by the Many locals will entire commuAn artist impression of the new Community Garden in Skerries wonder why the nity,” he said. Scully said, “This site has been lying idle for library has disappeared off the radar of the the past 30 years. There’s terrific support C o u n c i l . N e i g h b o u r i n g t o w n s , l i k e for it from all walks of life in the town. It will Balbriggan and Rush have state of the art e n c o u r a g e b u s i n e s s a n d c h a n g e t h e libraries, but facilities in Skerries are practidynamics of the town and is certain to be a cally non-existent.

nent ones upon completion. However, many will have concerns about the future of adjoining retail businesses in the area. This may well counteract the positive news on the job creation of the project. There is the distinct possibility that livelihoods may be affected by such a development, with the likely problems for the newsagent and off licence in the area. As this is the site of a previous filling station, for many it will mean the restoration of normal service. With the closure of the Esso Petrol Station on Rathbeale Road, many believe that a need exists for such a facility. Others are fearful of the increased traffic flow along the Balheary Road, as motorists and shoppers access the area from the northern part of town. A spokesperson for the company told the County Leader, “We are delighted to confirm Petrogas Group Ltd. has been granted Planning Permission for an Applegreen branded station at North Street Swords. It will be another three or four months before all permits are obtained and construction can commence. Hopefully, late September/ October 2013 should see us trading in Swords,” she concluded.

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By Patrick Finnegan With their big day now almost upon them, it was time for Warren and his fiance, Chris to catch up with some old friends, prior to their big day on the 16th of the month. They met up in Peacocks in River Valley to reminisce and go over some nervous, last minute problems that may arise on their wedding day, Warren and Chris enjoy a few pre-wedding drinks in Peacock's in River Valley, with friends, James Devlin, James Shelly and David Hattie. including the roles of groomsman, best man and others. desire. But it was dashing captain, Warren that swept Chris off her After the antics of last week in the gym, this particular gathering feet. It must be said that Chris also had half an eye on gallant of friends posed no such threat to Warren and Chris’s relationship Warren. Afer all, he was the team captain - a leader of men, and they knew they were on safe ground, despite the fact that charging into battle with no regard for his own safety. What everyone, including those present had, at some stage in the past woman wouldn’t be swept away. fancied the gorgeous Chris. They are all part of the football team, The group fondly recalled many of these tales of gallantry and with Warren as their captain and leader. love and desire and about stories of old matches and other misdeThe recalled how Chris always caused a commotion when she meanours along the way It was clear that Warren and Chris, after togged out for the local camogie team. She was a knock-out in some dodgy moments in the past, had an enduring relationship to every respect, both as a physical powerhouse, where she stand the test of time. terrorised her opponents on the pitch, and also her catwalk good Next week: It’s stag and hen party time. Nothing can go wrong, or looks, which drove many of the local young bucks wild with can it?

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Lusk Cottage To Become Community Facility By Jennifer McShane There has been a broad welcome for the upgrade of ‘Devines Cottage’ in the square in Lusk. The Council have said they will turn it into a community facility, capable of holding 50 people, alongside 18 car spaces. Chairperson of Lusk Tidy Towns, Pat Kelly was delighted with the news, and hoped the renovation of the cottage would help increase their points in this year’s Tidy Towns competition: “It’s fantastic that Devines Cottage will finally be getting a revamp,” she said. “The Tidy Towns group painted the outside of the cottage last year, so I think its fantastic that the community will soon be be able to use it and that it won’t simply be just left there.”

“The square is very much a part of Lusk,” she continued. “So it will be wonderful to see that the area in particular gets a lift.” The Tidy Towns group are currently preparing for a busy year ahead and their activities are set to begin again in March. “I’m hoping Pat Kelly, Lusk Tidy that Tidy Towns will also go Towns up a few points this year thanks to the work being done on the cottage,” she continued. Local councillor, Tom O’Leary (FG), is also fully supportive of the plans. He told the County Leader: “I welcome any further investment in community facilities in Lusk. It will be very accessible for all local community groups in the town. I would encourage the council to review and survey other towns and villages in the North County for similar buildings which now can be acquired for community use, as the renovated buildings will really enhance the towns.”

Pictured are a group of Portmarnock Community School Transition Year students at Dublin Airport, prior to their departure for Lesoto as part of the Action Ireland Trust.

Portmarnock Students Departs For Lesotho Over 60 students, parents and teachers from Portmarnock Community School departed for their charity mission to Lesotho in Africa on Friday last, 1st February. Along with Action Ireland Trust, the students will be working on highly important development projects in Lesotho for two weeks. This is the seventh year that a group of students and teachers from the school have embarked on the trip to do some charity work. The Portmarnock school had previously been working with the Friends In Ireland group to help a number of community health centres, school extensions a series of cultural

exchange programmes in South Africa, which has now concluded. However, the students are now continuing their efforts with Action Ireland Trust, with whom they started to work last year. Action Ireland aims to create links, supports and essential funding for the development of the identified needs. As a result of all efforts made, the bonds between themselves and Action Ireland Trust continue to go from strength to strength. Plans include the construction of a number of lodges for mothers in waiting adjacent to St Joseph’s Hospital.

Additional dormitories and other projects are also planned on the two week trip. Speaking about the project, School principal, Pat O’Riordan said: “As the PCS group move on to pastures new in the Lesotho project, we acknowledge the hard work of all involved over the past few years. Our mixed emotions of sadness to finish, tinged with pride in a job well done fuel us with energy to embrace what comes next.” The school aims to keep a blog going while the students and pupils are there, and you can keep up with all their activitities at: portmarnockcommunityschool.ie.

Hair-Raising Day For Donabate School The school’s voluntary The pupils and teachers ‘victims’ had their hair transfrom Donabate/Portrane formed and if this wasn’t Educate Together were all enough, the staffroom overwhelmed by the became a hair salon for the support and enthusiasm for day and the remaining staff their recent Shave or Dye (and some of their children!) event. The event was a got sprayed, teased and fantastic success, around back combed to perfection. 485 of the school’s pupils All parents and children arrived for school with crazy embraced the idea so the hair and their school yard schoolyard was a vision to was filled with every colour behold with over 500 crazy and style imaginable. hair dos! They also celeAll who took part in the day thoroughly enjoyed the Jamie Neville and Zach Argue who partook in the brated with a Crazy Hair Shave or Dye event. Shake and Wake which went festivities and the school was also featured live on the Ian Dempsey down a treat. All in all, it was a very hair-raising experience for the school! Breakfast Show.

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Campaign To Reinstate Balbriggan Train Service By Jennifer McShane Newly elected chairman of the Balbriggan Green Party, Joe O’Brien has called on Irish Rail to reinstate the recently cancelled rail services to and from Balbriggan. He has written to CEO of Irish Rail, Richard Fearn outlining the unfairness of the cancellation and the damage it will do to Balbriggan. Speaking to the County Leader, O’Brien said that he wanted a number of questions answered and said that the services must be reinstated for the betterment of the local residents. “It was stated in an Irish Rail press release that the decision to cancel this service was following public consultation, but I’m a regular user of this commuter line and I recalled no request for the public’s input on these changes, so I want to know how and when this was carried out,” he said. “Balbriggan has an extremely high popula-

Pictured here is Joe O'Brien at Balbriggan Train Station.

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Cheque Handed Over To Lusk Community Unit Local residents, Dora Fitzpatrick year and looks forward to meeting which we were delighted to see.” old friends again,” she said. “It is “We brought my mother, Sheila from Skerries and Marion Kinsella from Lusk, recently ran a number of such a welcoming place and makes Fitzpatrick, along to be part of the each and every person feel occasion as she loves to meet old Car Boot Sales for Lusk Community Unit for the Elderly. Dora and Shelia welcome and at home. When we and new friends at every opportuvisited the unit to present the nity. We also met our old friends on paid a visit to the unit to present staff, Mary Carney the the staff and residents with the Acting Director of cheque. They Nursing, Celine Daly, in raised a tremencharge of activities for the dous €2,000 for residents and Mary Haughey a member of the the unit. This nursing staff, so all in all, money will help we had a great day,” she make the elderly continued. there feel more at The Fitzpatrick family home and add would like to thank all more variety to Dora Fitzpatrick and Marion Kinsella ran a number of Boot Sales in those who donated brictheir lives. Speaking to the 2012 in aid of Lusk Community Unit for the Elderly.They visited the a-brac for the boot sales County Leader unit recently to hand over the cheque. Pictured here is: Back Row L-R:: and supported them in Mary Haughey, Mary Carney, Dora Fitzpatrick, Celine Daly and Marion Dora’s sister Kinsella. Front Row: L-R: Sheila Fitzpatrick, Noel Kelly, Noel the Balbriggan and Skerries area, especially Shelia Fitzpatrick, McGuinness and Peter Davis. John and Alan in the told us why the cheque, we met a number of the Balbriggan Market and also Tony unit means so much to them: “My residents who were in great form, Keogh. mum goes there for respite each

neglected in terms of investment in proper public services and infrastructure, and this move further confirms the view of the local people that their needs do not count. There is much dissatisfaction among all affected, not only because this crucial service have been cut, but also because there was no warning or

proper consultation prior to the decision being made. I’ve asked the CEO of Irish Rail to give serious consideration to reinstating these services as soon as possible and will be campaigning at Balbriggan train station to further emphasise the importance of this,” he concluded.

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Portmarnock Singer Hopes For ‘Voice’ Success Local man, David Merriman from Portmarnock hopes to go far in the latest series popular talent show ‘The Voice Of Ireland.’ David was on our screens on Sunday, 27th January last for the blind auditions and caused a stir when he sang his fantastic version of Chris Isaac’s “Wicked Game,” causing all four judges to push their famous buttons at the same time! After some friendly enough banter between the judges, David said that he almost got Kian Egan’s

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shoe thrown at him after admitting he wasn’t Westlife’s biggest fan. “Kian saw the light side of things, I think,” he told the County Leader. “The reason I didn’t choose him was simply because the kind of music I made would be completely different from the Westlife sound. I was torn initially, between Sharon and Bressie, but felt that Bressie and I would work the best together.” “Obviously I was thrilled that they all enjoyed

my performance so much and I’m so excited to see what happens next,” he continued. David is well and truly a veteran of the music business at this stage, having started studying singing at the age of 16 with his uncle and renowned singing teacher Frank Merriman. He then formed the band Exit, with two of his brothers and they had great success on the Irish music scene, with a tour around Ireland and their self-release single “Me and God.” Keeping up the momentum, the band then headed over to the USA and after a record deal attempt, a line up change and a successful tour, David and some of the other members spent a few busy years travelling back and fourth to LA. Eventually he decided to move back to Ireland with his wife and their four daughters and have been here since March last year. After a much needed six month break from the music business, David decided to try out for the Voice of Ireland and successfully passed the blind audition stage. Now he says he’s just excited to see what happens next. “I’m so chuffed with how things have gone and I can’t wait to see what comes next.” We wish David the very best of luck.

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The County Council has confirmed it does intend to provide new public allotments at Wheatfield in Malahide this year. An allotment scheme for Malahide was tentatively proposed last year and the scheme plans went on public display during 2012, so residents will be delighted to finally get confirmation for the project. Asked for a timescale on the project by Cllr Peter Coyle (Lab), the Council said the allotments would be going ahead, but have yet to provide a definitive start up date for the project until drainage works on the proposed site are completed. “It is intended to provide allotments at Wheatfield in Malahide in 2013 subject to the resolution of a number of issues on the site,” said a member of the local authority. The County Council are currently completing major drainage works at the proposed allotment site and when these are finished in the coming weeks, the site will be fully evaluated for an allotment scheme.” Malahide will now follow in the footsteps of Balbriggan, who currently have their own very successful allotment scheme.

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McKeon Bemoans End Of Civic Leadership By Patrick Finnegan Balbriggan based County Councillor, May McKeon has spoken out about the loss of civic leadership which will accrue as a result of the demise of Balbriggan Town Council. The Town Council, which has been in existence since 1860, when it operated as a Town Commission, is set to be abolished as part of the Department of the Environment’s reform measure entitled, ‘Putting People First’. Cllr McKeon Councillor May McKeon. feels that local government needs to be at a level where locals can have more of an input into decision making that affects them. She told the County Leader, “The idea of having increased representation on Fingal County Council, from 24 to 40 is ridiculous. There seems to be more emphasis on representation than on the administration of the area. The idea of having 40 councillors meeting in County Hall, with a CEO instead of a County Manager, lowers the status of the entire local democratic process.” She asks if the CEO will be an executive to the full council only and will there be designated executives for each municipal area, or is it going to be just more of the same?”

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She would be in favour of having the nine councillors representing the new Balbriggan Municipal District, which will include the neighbouring towns of Skerries, Rush, Lusk and the rural villages, meet at Balbriggan Town Council offices. “This would make sense. The only way to maintain local democracy is to bring the local people to the meeting and to operate the area they represent. They’re trying to put people first, but there’s nothing to indicate an opportunity to give locals a chance to participate, because they’ve taken local participation away,” she said. She wants to see evidence of the anticipated reform, which will bring power and participation to a more local level. “People want to see that their opinions count. We need civic leadership and not dictatorship and we need this leadership at local level. This is exactly what we had as a Town Council. Unfortunately, it looks like we’re being subsumed into a wider decision making process at the expense of local needs. I’ve already sent a submission to the Minister, but there’s no evidence that any of the recommendations were taken into account,” she said. Cllr McKeon was anxious to know about what arrangements will be in place to guarantee that the Town Council offices will remain in the hands of the people of Balbriggan. “Unfortunately, we’ll miss the opportunity to have interaction with state agencies, like Bus Eireann or the Department of Education, who could relate to us on a local level. We, as a local community, must make sure that we don’t lose out on the wider administration, which will detract from local democracy.” She concluded by saying, “I don’t think that the motto for the new reforms, ‘Putting People First’, is living up to it’s name.”

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It’s The Little Things Many of us can feel a slight pressure when it comes to the big day, thanks to the bombardment of romantically-themed shops and so on, but sometimes it’s the little things that really matter. Just by getting your loved one a small token or gift, shows that you’re thinking of them and this is the most important thing. You can also personalise gifts to make them that little more special. You don’t have to make any sweeping gestures to show that you care. It really is the little things that count.

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Day, the most romantic day of the year. Sending flowers and cards to somebody you fancy is such an exciting thing to do, not to mention being on the receiving end of this. Everybody jokes about the postman having to get a forklift to bring in all their Valentine’s cards, but secretly we are all dying to get even one card or a flower. You’re wrong if you think that Valentine’s is only for teenagers, it’s for everybody.

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Scared to send a card to that person you secretly fancy, just go for it and remember ‘Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained’. If you dare, put a clue on it as to who you are, somethings need a little push in the right direction. Valentine’s is also the perfect opportunity to propose and present your loved one with a token of your love. Remember love keeps you on your toes and brings a smile to your face.

The Old Fashioned Way There are many lavish ways you can surprise that special someone this Valentine’s, but some may opt with the more traditional way of sending a lovely card or even a love letter! Buy a Valentine’s card and just send it to the person you have been dying to go out with. Has a certain someone being flirting with you and haven’t got the nerve to ask you out, well this is your big chance. There are an array of shops here in the North County that will supply the most romantic card you can think of. If your sending a card to you’re boyfriend or

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One of the most identifiable buildings in the North County has recently changed hands. The Thatch Coffee House on Lower Main Street in Rush is instantly recognisable, with it’s blue exterior wall and traditional thatched roof. It has always been a very popular venue, where locals and visitors are drawn to it by it’s olde world charm. With it’s sense of history, combined with an ambience

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place ready. Carl explained the plans for the Thatch. “At the moment, we serve great Bewley’s coffee, breakfasts, snacks and sandwiches for lunch. On 7th February, we plan to start back on our evening business. We’ll be open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from the 7th. We have a dinner menu put together, as well as an exciting menu for St Valentine’s evening.” Carl and Caroline are very definite about their mission statement and how they see the Thatch evolving. “We aim to provide quality food at an affordable price. We want to provide an unforgettable eating experience at great prices, serving simple, but delicious food, where people can have a two or three course quality meal at prices they can afford. One of our specialities is our Oppermann’s Seafood Chowder, which is a delicious, hearty meal in a

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bowl, providing great taste and sustenance in our harsh winter weather. This delicious serving is a meal in itself,” said Carl, who has also had experience of cooking in places like France and Switzerland. The new owners are very conscious about supporting the local economy and their fresh vegetables are supplied by Keelings in St Margaret’s. Their fish is supplied by Gerry Gannon in Balbriggan and their meat comes from just up the road in Co. Meath The atmosphere in The Thatch is particularly endearing and the intimate size of the premises oozes charm and history. It is like taking a step back to a different era, but with a modern twist. The Thatch is the oldest two storied thatch cottage in the North County and dates back to 1760. It is thought to have been the home of the notorious smuggler, Jack the Bachelor who plied his trade, pirating ships off the Rush and Loughshinny coast. One can almost feel the sense of history in this utterly charming place. Indeed Carl explained that there is a room upstairs that remains closed and nobody is permitted to enter this room, by order of the County Council, who have given the building protected status.

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For the last couple of weeks, the County Leader has been giving you plenty of helpful tips to help you prepare for your big day. We’re continuing that again this week and trying to wrap up the last few tips to make sure we have everything covered. Aside from all the little (and not so little) details that must be remembered, make sure you get a chance to really enjoy your day. Marriage is one of the most wonderful commitments you can make in your life and with all the fuss right up to it, some might not have the time they would like to reflect on that. Remember to take a breather and

make sure you have the day you’ve always wanted.

Don’t Forget Those Invitations! Invitations are a must for a wedding. It’s like the preview of a film, if it looks the part, people will expect great things. So much thought goes into every little detail of the invitations, even the font, colour and wording is all carefully thought out in order to make it as perfect as it can possibly be, but remember you can be as creative as you like with this. Here in the North County, there are a range of options available to you, so whether you want to buy from a

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important as anything in the wedding. There are a wide range of jewellers in the North County with a vast variety of beautiful rings that you and your loved ones will adore. The rings symbolise the bond you and your partner are about to make and there should be as much thought and effort put into that just as much as the rest of the day. After all, a weak bond is a bond easily broken.

Prepare Those Speeches The wedding speeches form a major part of the meal and those who have to stand up in front a hundred or more people may not be so used to doing this and will naturally, be feeling a little nervous. So, to help those pre speech nerves why not get a hand from an expert? The North County has a number of services and experts who can teach you to overcome your anxiety by helping you shape a speech that’s right for you.

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The Icing On The Cake These days, aside from the traditional wedding cake ideas, your local cake baker is probably

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Stunning Spring Style Spring is finally approaching and we can finally give our wardrobe a much needed revamp for the fresh season. Heavy, dark and dreary outfits can be confined to the bottom of the heap as you embrace your lighter fashion side with soft styles and shades, perfect for Spring. Teo Sutra (pictured here), models a Pinko Powder Blue Maxi Dress and Finders Keepers Faux Fur Jacket. She is pictured at Dundrum Town Centre as Harvey Nichols unveiled the Spring Summer collections, showcasing the new brands and key trends of the season. New Group Fashion Director Paula Reed presented the key styles in shades of pastels, classic white, monochrome and metallics. For all you fashion fanatics out there, the Harvey Nichols Spring Summer 2013 Fashion Show is set to take place on Friday 15th February with over 500 guests in attendance.

Balbriggan Girl Celebrates Birthday In Style Balbriggan girl, Shauna Morgan celebrated her 21st birthday party in style at the Bracken Court Hotel in Balbriggan on Friday, 25th January last. At a Hollywood-themed event, 100 glamorous guests from all over the North County and beyond were treated to a red-

By Celine Quinn carpet arrival at the hotel. Four generations of the family were present to celebrate Shauna’s birthday; her Nana Morgan, mother Bernadette, sister Sarah, and Sarah’s children Marley and Robin.

Shauna’s long term boyfriend Conor Kavanagh from Balrothery was also there to celebrate the big occasion. The event was organised by sister Sarah and featured entertainment from the group ‘Catch-22’. The band kept the dance floor rocking all

night and even had a guest appearance in the form of Shauna herself, who sang a beautiful rendition of Amy Winehouse’s “Valerie”. Shauna, a part-time receptionist at the Bracken Court Hotel, is now in her third year of training to be a primary school teacher at the Marino Institute of Education. Shauna is currently completing her work experience at local primary school St. Teresa’s in Balbriggan,

Balbriggan School Prepares For Upcoming Musical Loreto Balbriggan’s annual Transition Year (TY) musical preparations are currently underway. The musical they have chosen this year is Oliver. The famous musical tells the tale of an orphan boy who joins a gang of thieves in London called “Fagan’s Boys.” Since the beginning of the year, the staff and students have been busy preparing the auditions, set design and costumes. Roles were cast before Christmas and rehearsals have begun to take place, with all her alma mater. Among the many wonderful presents, Shauna received a great surprise from her college-mates; flights and accommodation for a college trip to Edinburgh in March. Speaking to the County Leader on the night, Shauna said “It’s a brilliant night. I really want to thank everybody, especially my sister Sarah who organised so much, and my mother and Nana Morgan, who are always there for me.”

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The search is underway to find the local young artists who will win awards in this year’s Texaco Children’s Art Competition, which is now in its 59th year. Brochures setting out details of the competition have been sent to all registered primary and second level schools throughout the North County, in which the attention of pupils and teachers is drawn to the closing date for entries which is Friday, 22nd February next. Copies of the brochure are also available through Texaco service stations and full details are available on-line at www.texacochildrensart.com. Judging will take place throughout the month of March and winners will be announced in midApril, with prize giving to follow in mid-May. Annually, some 30,000 students compete for the top prizes that are awarded across seven age categories, including one exclusively devoted to special needs students. Distinguished past winners include Minister for Education, TD Ruairi Quinn , artists

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the leading ladies eager to get up on stage. Caoimhe Ryan plays the leading role, and overall star of the play, Oliver, whilst Hannah Hawkshaw plays Nancy, wife of brutal street thug Bill Sykes (played by Susan Reilly). Teachers Mrs Ferris and Mrs Ryan are taking the directing reigns this year. Although the actresses will undoubtedly be the stars of the show, a special mention must go to the behind the scenes crew who

are putting their tireless work and efforts on the costumes, lighting and props. Other groups, such as the programme development group are also hard at work with aid from the TY Photography group. Their role is to ensure that the programme is packed full of pictures of the students performances. It also means the proud parents of all the girls involved have a memorable reminder of the wonderful play and the tremendous efforts

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HOROSCOPES AQUARIUS

PISCES

TAURUS

Cancer

Libra

Scorpio

Oct 23 - Nov 22

Sagittarius

Nov 23 - Dec 21

You’ve been ignoring all doubts or anxieties for some time. Initially, you hoped you could sidestep them. But evasion becomes increasingly difficult when faced with developments as the week takes hold.

Capricorn

Jun 21 - Jul 22

Difficult as it may be, try not to take personally whatever happens earlier in the week. This will enable you to focus on the far more intriguing developments that are indicated in your signs as the week comes to an end.

Sep 23 - Oct 22

You’ve been cornered into making decisions that really aren’t your responsibility. And, whatever you do this week, someone will object. That being the case, the solution lies in being tough, and call it as you see it.

May 21 - Jun 20

Few things are more frustrating than having to deal with unfairly rigid circumstances or inflexible individuals. But you soon begin to see that change could help you take advantage of as yet undiscovered possibilities.

Aug 24 - Sep 22

For weeks now you’ve been trying to get close ties or associates to agree to certain plans, but you’ve been frustrated. Try to be patient, indications are that events later in the week will play right into your hands.

Apr 21 - May 20

However time-consuming difficulties with others are, you must explore your options. Initially, this provides intriguing insights, but towards the end of the week you will be putting into practise what you learnt in the past.

Gemini

Virgo

If you come to feel this is a week to tidy up matters from the past, then you won’t mind dealing with the issues you face. In fact, you’ll be revealed once circumstances force you to confront certain situations.

Mar 21 - Apr 20

As the week begins and you face unpleasant and in some cases unfair - power struggles, you become dispirited about getting issues resolved. In every case, persistance, combined with patience, wins the day.

Jul 23 - Aug 23

You’ve known for some time that you were going to have to confront certain individuals or situations, but the time never seemed right. Now, not only is it ideal, but your hand will be forced as the week progresses.

Feb 19 - Mar 20

You frequently spoil those you care about and often find it difficult to be tough with them. But as events transpire this week, certain issues simply cannot be ignored. Also, in all matters, the faster you act the better.

ARIES

Leo

Jan 20 - Feb 18

The trick to dealing with perplexing situations is to act swiftly and decisively, yet to expect little in the way of response. By all indications take careful note of this advice - and act on it - for what takes place this week.

Dec 22 - Jan 19

You want time to become comfortable with the potentially life-changing offers that arise around Thursday, but you’ll have to move swiftly. Any delay with such decisions, and they could be made on your behalf.

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