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Council Dismissive Of Residents Our recent report on the appalling condition of roads and particularly speed ramps in Rush, has generated a massive response from our readers from all quarters of the region. We have been inundated with stories of people being given short shrift by the Council in their attempts to get the local authority to claim responsibility for the unacceptable condition of our roads. Whilst our article focused on the condition of speed ramps in Rush, it now appears that the same problem is everywhere to be seen. What seems to be particularly galling to readers, is the apparently dismissive attitude of the local authority to the genuine complaints of residents, whose cars had serious and very expensive damage inflicted upon them, as a result of the poor conditions of the speed ramps all over the North County. Even complaints from people who are just concerned for the safety of both motorists and pedestrians have been treated in a cavalier fashion, insofar as the local authority refuses to take responsibility for the condition of the roads and the obviously inferior products used in the manufacture of the potentially dangerous red ramps. One such person is Swords resident, Marco Barody who highlighted the condition of the speed ramps on the Forest Road in Swords to the council. Marco thought he was acting in a civic and responsible manner, but his efforts to relay his message were met with less than enthusiasm. He told the County Leader, “I thought that being a member of the community, having lived here for seven years, I would inform the council of the situation, as they may not be aware, so I decided to go to the council offices in Swords. I was informed that there was no one to talk to me at this time and I should write in. I

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By Patrick Finnegan was furious as I couldn’t see the point of the offices being open to the public if no one will speak with me. I then decide to email the Head of the Roads department and explain my concerns over the state of the road with emphasis on the speed ramps crumbling. I explained the dangers to all, including pedestrians as the eroding layers are “flying off on to the footpath” and may cause injury to the walkers.” The reply from the council read, “Regarding the Forest Road to the Boroimhe Road, Swords, the maintenance issues on this road will be addressed when the relevant funding can be sourced and the relevant sources subse-

quently become available. The issue regarding the speed ramps in the area will be addressed when resources and budgets become available.” In the meantime, Marco’s wife had the misfortune to hit a pothole causing tyre damage on a back road outside Swords. “I asked for this to be paid and was sent a list including NCT copies, mileage, as well as photographing the road in question. This is not possible as the road is dangerous at the best of times and does not allow you to stop and get out taking photographs without real danger to your safety. Again I replied to this and asked for them to reconsider the details they have requested and have received no reply. I reiterated my request ten days later and yet again, no reply, concluded Marco

O’Brien To Pressurise Government Over Metro North Darragh O’Brien (FF) has secured a seat in the Seanad elections which took place recently. This will be viewed as good news for North County residents, as O’Brien, along with his former colleague, Michael Kennedy were seen as champions of the now endangered Metro North project. O’Brien has called on Health Minister and Fine Gael Deputy Leader, James Reilly to

O’Brien’s election to the By Leslie Murphy Seanad will provide publicly clarify if him with the ideal he supports the platform to ensure unreasonable delay that the government to the start of the come good on their enabling works for commitment to Metro North. He deliver this crucial claims the delay is project. He told the “putting the County Leader, creation of hundred Senator Darragh O’Brien “I’m delighted with of jobs on hold the response I’ve had since indefinitely and throwing the Continued on page 20 entire project into doubt.”

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Pictured at the presentation of the An Gaisce President’s awards to four Portmarnock Scouts are from left, Scout leader, Peter O'Kelly, Allanna Farrelly, Conor Nolan, Shane O'Reilly, Conor Grant and Terence Flanagan TD. Flag bearers are Matthew Shortall, Ross King and Lorcan Holden.

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Swords Park Is A Sore Sight The local authority’s apparent lack of interest in the maintenance of Swords Park, is set to cause headaches for tourist agencies whose prime focus is on providing a good first impression of the town. The park is adjacent to the castle and the Main Street and is an obvious place for visitors to relax and enjoy this wonderful amenity. The council now appear to have adopted an ad hoc approach to cutting the grass and maintaining the area. The result of this spasmodic cutting means that a large amount of cut grass is left ungathered and is very dirty and damaging to clothes, thus affecting the pleasure of park users. The opening up of Swords Castle to the public was a great idea, designed to generate pleasure and a community sprit. This did happen initially and seeing families, children and tourists browsing through the park surrounding the castle gave a great sense to the town. Mothers and toddlers regularly gathered here and it provided a safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of Swords town life. Many employees of local firms use the park to have their lunch, including many council employees, who had been promised seating outside the council offices, which failed to materialise. Now, cut

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grass, which is dirty and containing litter and other nasty substances is proving a deterrent to this simple lunchtime pursuit. Schoolchildren regularly use the park and meet to discuss the events of the day. The castle is the first place many tourists visit when they come to Swords. Many local families are drawn to the area where they enjoy playing games with their children on the pristine lawns, providing hours of enjoyment to many. This however, is where the dream ends, as recently the gardens are being neglected by the council and the lovely riverbank is now overgrown with ugly weeds and nettles and the lovely lawns are being replaced with meadowland. This first impression of the region’s capital will do nothing to promote visitor numbers and is set to have a detrimental effect on the efforts of the hard working Tidy Towns committee. It is not really good for the community to have what some call the ‘Jewel of Swords’ being overgrown like this. This is not only providing opportunities for illegal dumping and anti social behaviour, but it’s preventing our tourists and residents from enjoying this amenity that was once a place to be proud of and where children and teenagers could be seen enjoying games and get togethers. There are still tractor marks on the ground caused by trailers when lugging equipment into the park to provide much welcomed entertainment for the community and tourists alike. Park users told the County Leader, “that there is no excuse for the council not to have dealt with these unslightly remnants of last winter and pay more attention to this beautiful natural facility right on the doorstep of the Main Street. What kind of an example is the local authority setting for residents and tourists? This is an open invitation to teenagers and others at a loose end to get up to anti social behaviour and skullduggery, if action is not taken immediately. The sight of different groupings on a fine summer’s day is a joy to behold. We hope that the local authority will do all they can to ensure that the sounds of summer will continue to be heard around Swords Park.

Pictured are students from Loreto Secondary School in Balbriggan who participated in the recent Easter Egg raffle in aid of Cystic Fibrosis. L - R, Claire Donegan, Fabienne Renaudin, Oonagh Whyte, Anna Whyte, Emilie Renaudin and Pic: JR Fiona Tallon.

Balbriggan Students Successful Fundraiser Students from Loreto College Secondary School in Balbriggan recently held a teacher and student Easter Egg Raffle in their school to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland. The girls sourced over 15 great prizes for the raffle, including two large Easter egg hampers with the help of their teacher, Ms Karen Ryan. The raffle took place during the ‘Say it with Flowers - 65 Roses Awareness and

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Pictured at the awarding of the third Green Flag to St Helen's JNS, Portmarnock are Deputy Mayor Peter Coyle, Mayor Ken Farrell with Green Flag committee students and Green Co-ordinator teacher, Ms Susan Kavanagh. Pic: JR

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receiving their third flag. The green flag committee, which consisted of students from each class in the school read a poem, junior and senior students also sang songs and all students held up a huge sign which said “Welcome to our green school celebrations.” The Green Flag committee students helped the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and caretaker, Michael Gaffney raise the flag.

One of our regular readers, Lar Sheeran, spotted this remarkable headstone in a Malahide graveyard recently. It tells a story or two, depending on what way you look at it. Peter and Eliza sound like the perfect couple, or was that the old ways of the world. Nowadays it would be hard to find people living together for 20 years. The story could be one of true love or one of perseverance. Whatever the story is they were doing something right to live together for an amazing 80 years. Surely a record that will never be surp assed. Maybe

Tony Lambert, CEO, Fingal Dublin Chamber has been re-elected as Chairman of Fingal Tourism recently. In preparing for a new year of activity, the Board also elected Oisin Geoghegan as Vice-Chairman, Jack Kinane as Treasurer and PJ Howell was elected Secretary. Fingal Tourism Manager, Elaine O’Sullivan was also co-opted onto the Board. Tony Lambert They join Board members, Mayor Ken Farrell, Cllrs. David O’Connor, Peter Coyle, Kevin Halpenny, along with Michael Dawson, Matthew Ryan, Terry McCoy, Michael Healy, Guy Thompson, Cormac O’Connell and Brian Sinclair. Lambert outlined some of his plans for the coming year, when he told the County Leader, “Fingal Tourism is looking forward to continuing to promote the region as a great destination for tourists from home and abroad, as well as supporting local tourism initiatives throughout the region in the year ahead. We are also delighted to welcome the start of work on the new world class cricket grounds at Malahide Cricket Club which will in time create major new tourism opportunities in the North County.”

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The Old Schoolhouse in Swords was the venue for Sharon Fox's 40th birthday bash. Pictured enjoying the night are L-R, Sandra Reilly. Lauren McKnight (front), Audrey Daly (back), birthday girl Sharon Fox, Sandra Kiely, Katherine O'Sullivan and Teresa O'Shea. JG

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Steven McGray and Sinead Houlihan recently announced their engagement. They are pictured here celebrating in the Harp Bar in Swords. JG

Sinéad Lee held her 30th birthday party in The Old Boro, Swords recently. Pictured having a ball are, Leonie O'Sullivan, Karen Lee, Rachel Tennant, Sinéad Lee, Fiona Lee and Roisin Lee. EMcQ

The Old Boro in Swords was the venue for the 22nd birthday party for twins, Charlotte and Lucy Gill. They are pictured here enjoying the party. JG

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It was Chris Donnelly's 21st birthday party in The Harp Lounge, Swords recently. Pictured enjoying the celebrations are, L-R, Clarissa Nardone, Aislinn Mac Court, Mark Biddulph, Chris Donnelly, Conor Daly, Chloe Hand, Darren O'Rourke and Roisin Madigan. EMcQ

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Balbriggan’s Champion Powerlifters Powerlifting is not a sport for the faint hearted. To compete successfully requires discipline as well as both physical and mental strength. A trio of Balbriggan men are currently rewriting the record books as they achieve medal success at national level to bring a bit of sporting pride to the town in these harsh times. The lads, Robbie Carr, John Carroll and Stephen McGuinness have all recently won medals

By Bob McKenzie at the National Powerlifting Championships in Belfast and are now targeting European glory later this month in Bournemouth. That they have medalled so quickly after taking up the sport is a proof of their raw talent. Robbie Carr told the County Leader, “I started training seriously around six weeks ago to get ready for Belfast. John Carroll, the

owner of Pro Fitness Gym where we train suggested it and he competes too. So I thought I would try it for the craic.” There is a lot of strength and power training. It is legs one day, chest another and I train three days a week,” he said. In competition the weights are astonishing with Robbie bench pressing 80 kilos, deadlifting 210 kilos and squatting 150 kilos. John Carroll is the man who encouraged

Rivervalley Crèche took part in National Pyjama Day recently. All money raised will go towards The Irish Hospice Home Care for Children Programme. Pictured are back row from left, Daryl and Michelle Corrigan, Laura-Gene Kelly, Katie Nolan, Gabrielle Church, Archile Williams, Naia Leonard Placios, Ger Leonard and Amelia Willams. Front row from left, David Collins, Brian Donnelley, Scott McKinney, Hanna Hourican, Jack Kieran. The Créche raised over €500 toward the charity.

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Robbie and Steven and he’s no slouch himself. “It’s great to see young lads doing strength and conditioning work. To have three national champions in the space of a few weeks is a brilliant achievement. I competed in February, winning the title and breaking the Irish record in the deadlift. I won the nationals and just missed out on the Irish record by 10 kilos. I would settle for something similar at the Europeans in England alright. Maybe between the three of us we can inspire others to give it a shot,” said Robbie. The lads will be competing in the E u r o p e a n Championships later this month and are hoping that local

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SNIPPET Plenty To Do In Donabate Portrane Centre There is always plenty of activity in Donabate Portrane Community Centre. They run weekly events, including flower arranging, taekwondo, Hip Hop, Fit Kids bingo on Thursdays from 8.30 to 10.15. So if you’re looking for something to fill your day, or just meet people, pop down to the centre for more information.

They say that a new broom much in the lead up to the sweeps clean. Well in the case of general election. Another local new Minister for Health and project that took up much of Rush resident, Dr James Reilly, his time was the vital Metro this is certainly the case. Last North project, which, alas week, Reilly played the biggest seems to have slipped down the hand of his ministerial career, priority list and is now in by calling for the resignation of danger of not being realised. the board of the HSE. An Reilly was particularly vocal in interim board is to be put in his support for the project, but place which will seems to have gone consist of HSE execucold on the matter. tives and The genuine hope is Department of that Minister Reilly Health officials. Dr can show the same Reilly said the dogged determinachanges at the HSE tion as shown in “are real and will dealing with the HSE deliver the change to ensure that this we want to deliver, worrying trend is Dr. James Reilly so patients get better reversed. His silence service. on the project’s future up to Having no HSE board would this point has been deafening shorten the chain of communi- and, hopefully is not reflective cation and if there was a of government policy, as major problem with the health service, infrastructural projects, it would be brought to the including Metro North are put Minister’s attention sooner.” under the microscope. Perhaps This effectively cedes power a stern word in the ear of his back to the minister. fellow minister, Leo Varadkar This bold move has been close would have the desired effect to Dr Reilly’s heart for some and we can look forward to a time now, and he intimated as new dawn in the North County.

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After much debate over years about the ownership of the Old Graveyard in Portmarnock (adjacent to the Portmarnock Hotel Golf Links), new evidence has now confirmed that the County Council inherited ownership. This new information comes courtesy of local Labour Councillor, Peter Coyle. “The Graveyard and ruined Church for centuries was under the control of the Church of Ireland. However, the Church of Ireland was disestablished by an Act of Parliament in 1869. On disestablishment its property was transferred to the Commissioners of Church Temporalities in Ireland. “It appears that this monu-

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under Balrothery Union as Burrow and in the parish of Portmarnock.” Officially, the Balrothery Union was a forerunner of the local authority, and its assets transferred to

Dublin County Council. The correspondence received from the National Monuments Service in relation to the ownership of the old Portmarnock Graveyard was referred to the Council’s Law Agent for legal advice. It seems to be now confirmed that the local authority are the owners. In anticipation of the registration, grass cutting and weeding will now take place. Basic maintenance will also be carried out to the church ruin subject to the necessary consents being obtained. “Over the past couple of years, the local Portmarnock Lions Club have been involved in carrying out substantial maintenance of the graveyard, after it had become overgrown. There are many people in north Dublin and abroad that have relatives buried in this old graveyard, and it is now welcome news that ownership is established and the protection of the graveyard comes under local authority and national control,” according to Coyle. The Lions Club hope to continue to be involved in partnership with the Council and guidance from the National Monument Service.

Donabate Golf Club paid tribute to their long-serving professional, Hugh ‘Stonewall’ Jackson, who has retired. Jackson, or Jacko as he’s more commonly known, officially began his retirement last week, and the members of Donabate gave him a farewell to remember. Members, professionals, friends and family joined the “living legend” on the fairways, followed by a presentation that evening. Club Captain, Pat McNeill, Lady Captain, Pauline Byrne and President, Charlie Donnelly were joined by progolfer, Arnold O’Connor, a long-time

By Sinead Walsh friend of Hugh. O’Connor began his tribute by reading out a letter from an old friend of Stonewall’s, expressing regret he could not be there, but passing on his best wishes and kind words. The letter turned out to be from legendary Welsh golfer, Ian Woosnam. Pauline Byrne described Jackson as a “true gentleman”, a sentiment reiterated by many throughout the night. Club Captain, Pat McNeill spoke of the great legacy Jackson will leave, in the form of the young players in Donabate Golf Club. “It is ironic that as we lose one star, another comes in, in the

shape of Gavin Moynihan. Hugh’s name will be synonymous with the stars of the future, he has given them so much.” At the end of the speeches, President Donnelly presented Hugh with an honorary lifetime of free membership. An emotional Hugh was thankful for everything that the club had given him. Speaking to the County Leader, he said “I’ve been here 30 years, and I’m very proud of everything we’ve achieved, and so thankful for this tonight.” Donabate Golf Club may have lost a legend, but his legacy will live on for many more rounds.

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Tea Party In Lusk The third annual Tea Party in aid of Pieta House will take place on Saturday May 14th from 12 pm to 6pm in Lusk. All are welcome to attend and all proceeds will go to the very worthy charity. The Centre for the Prevention of Self Harm or Suicide officially opened it’s doors in January 2006. Five years later, they have seen and helped over 3000 people. So come along to Kelly's House, Station Road, Lusk and enjoy some homemade cakes and rkefreshments. For more information call Brian on 0870699964.

Pictured at the unveiling of the stone to commerate the Balrothery Union Workhouse are L-R, Helen McDonnell, Helen Dunne, John Flynn, Nina Flynn (Lusk Tidy Towns), County Mayor, Ken Farrell, Senator Darragh O'Brien, who unveiled the stone, Pat Kelly (Lusk Tidy Towns), Peter O'Brien, landowner and Jim Monks,

Newly opened Millfield Shopping Centre in Balbriggan decided to hold a Fun Day at he centre recently. There was great excitement for the children, with lots of activities including Face painting, Balloon making and music to suit all tastes. The event attracted a very large crowd, thought to be in excess of 200 and it is hoped to run this type of event again. Pictured after having their faces painted are Killian and Cathal Broderick, with face painting lady, Mary Donoghue. Pic: NG

Monster Sale Of Work In Swords The Parish of Swords will hold a Monster Sale of Work in the Old Boro School, Church Road on Saturday 7th May from 11 am until 3 pm. Everything, from a needle to an anchor, will be on sale at very keen prices. Freshly made cakes, huge selection of books, toys, bric-a-brac, spin-the-wheel, raffle, vegetables and a host of additional stalls will make this Sale one not to be missed. A tea/coffee dock area with sandwiches and cakes at a minimal charge will round off a most enjoyable afternoon. So please make a note to include this in your ‘to do’ list.

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Pictured at the Easter Egg Hunt at the Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords on Easter Saturday is the winner, Toby Sweetman with the Mad Hatter.

St Finian’s Recognises Top Club Person St Finian’s GAA Club in River Valley recently presented its Benny Power Club Person of the Year award for 2010. It was

Con Murphy (left) receives the St Finian's Club Person of the Year award from Tony McDonagh, a previous recipient of this award.

presented to Con Murphy at the Tea Party recently. Con is a founder member of St. Finian’s and has served as chairman, team selector for football and hurling teams in all grades, and as a committee member for many years. He has represented the club at County Board level both juvenile and adult. Con has and currently represents the club as a member of the Board of Directors, as chairman and is the current secretary of the club. He has also represented St. Finian’s on the club management committee as an ordinary member and as chairman and secretary. His experience and advice on how to progress complex problems has been invaluable for the well being of St Finian’s GAA club. Chairman, Robbie Callinan paid a fitting tribute to Con who was presented with the award by former winner, Tony McDonagh. He said, “Con has served the club loyally for no reward except to see St Finian’s progress and to contribute to the overall good of the community in which we live.”

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Amanda O’Brien - Portmarnock Twenty two year old Amanda O’Brien from Portmarnock is the next lovely girl up for the Dublin selection of the Rose of Tralee. Amanda is part of a very big family of four girls and three boys. Amanda told the County Leader, “I love having a big family and we are all so close to each other. My big sister Jenny is also my best friend and she has two children. My brother David has a little girl, my brother Johnny has a son and my other brother Mark has a son and is expecting another one. My two little sisters Grace 18 and Shauna 12 are still in school and are the best in the world. I would describe my family as gymaholics, we all love the healthy life style and were not into drinking or smoking much. I love the gym and go up to four times a week. It’s Mi Gym here in Swords and they have even agreed to be my sponsor for the Rose of Tralee.” Amanda’s parents Marian and David, have always been a big support to her and all of their children and growing up with such a big family has been of great benefit to this bubbly girl. Amanda’s dad, David is well known around the area as he is a coach driver with Malahide Coaches and works on the school run. Her mum is a housewife and Amanda describes them as “Amazing’. She attended St Marnocks primary and St Mary’s secondary. While she was in school, Amanda was a member of Portmarnock Adventure Club (PAC). She loved it and spent a lot of time doing activities and her family were also involved. She went hiking, swimming, canoeing and her favourite of all were the dancing competitions. Amanda and the crew from PAC were very successful dancers and won lots of medals and trophies. Throughout secondary school Amanda volunteered with the Arch Club in Portmarnock. The club provides a secure social environment for people with special needs. Amanda enjoyed helping out there and still has friends there and they raised funds with PAC for the Arch Club. Once finished school Amanda started working at The Carnegie Crout Hotel’s night club, Velvet. She had many duties including PA and event managing. She then moved on to another club in Dublin called 21’s and was also involved in promotional work. Amanda has completed various courses since leaving school including IT courses and recently graduated from Colaiste Dhulaigh with a qualification in fashion and design. Amanda continued, “I really enjoyed Colaiste Dhulaigh and I have decided that I want to work with make-up as I find it really interesting and love the creativity of it. I’m going to Portobello Institute in September to study for a degree in Make up Artistry and can’t wait.” Amanda’s motto in life is, “No matter what heavy struggles come through life, I’m going to shine at the other end. I believe I can do anything if I put my mind to it”.

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ricket international John Mooney has been a fantastic ambassador for Ireland on the world stage through his success and passion on the cricket pitch. Born in Balbriggan, raised in Balrothery and now living in Rush, John describes scoring the winning runs in Bangalore on 2nd March this year which secured Ireland's memorable victory over England, as 'a magical moment.' Similar to Ray Houghton, forever remembered as the man who scored against England in Ireland's historic victory in Euro '88, John will be remembered for scoring the vital winning runs. On the morning of the match, holed up in his hotel in Bangalore, John logged on to Cricket Ireland's You Tube TV station to hear Ray Houghton urging the team to 'stay calm, get out there, and give it everything you have,' certainly a good omen in John's detailed match preparation. “I have the same routine before every game which involves packing gear away in a certain order, sitting in the same seat on the bus and listening to whatever music gets me in the zone. The important song is the one I'm listening to as I get off the bus, it has to be something that gets me motivated and often I choose Eminem. That day I listened to 'Joxer Goes to Stuttgart' by Christy Moore and it was absolutely incredible.' Despite travelling across the globe with his sport, John is deeply rooted to his local area and particularly his local club North County, based in Balrothery. He mentions looking back at footage from his local pub ‘The Balrothery Inn’ during the historic game, as one of his World Cup highlights. It reminded him of the excitement of Ireland winning the Rugby Grand Slam in 2009. Immersed in sport John played underage soccer for Glebe North and plays gaelic football for Man O' War. He laughs that he 'is still in pain' from last Saturday week’s match. He supports the Dubs and despite wearing a Liverpool jersey he 'fell out with Premiership soccer due to the lack of sportsmanship.' Wondering if cricket affects his social life, John laughs, “It always has. Even at 18 and 19, I would be the first to leave a party but it kept me away from too much trouble. I've always loved the game so it's never been too big a sacrifice.” John describes a typical days training. “Yesterday I got up at half eight and went to the gym for a full session. After lunch, I chilled out for a while with Helena and Alisha,” John's fiancé and young daughter. “I was then training last night with my club North County from six until nine.” Around this time he'll start back training with Ireland and his daily routine will involve gym in the morning, training with the Irish team in the afternoon, and coaching the young lads at North County in the evening time.' John received a full time contract with Cricket Ireland in January 2010, and 'it's going really well.' As part of his role he visits local schools, including Balrothery National School where he was a pupil. He is extremely proud of the cricket tradi-

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tion in the North County and tells me about the Leprechaun Cup, a competition for primary schools across Dublin. When it began, eight to 10 teams took part, including Milverton, Balrothery, and Rush National School. “It all really started in these little areas and now it has spread across the county with 36 schools competing in it.” John and his older brother Paul, who also played cricket for Ireland, but now lives in New Zealand, developed a love of the game from their dad John. Sadly John died in 1993 aged just 46 while cricket training in Balbriggan. “My dad loved cricket and running and actually ran for Ireland. I suppose if he had to die it would be doing either of those things.' John was recently presented with the player of the year award for 2010, named in honour of Alan Ruddock, the cricket journalist who also died tragically in 2009 while playing the game he loved. It hasn't always been plain sailing for John and there have been disappointments along the way. Having spent four years

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training really hard, he only got to play two games for Ireland at the 2007 World Cup, a 'heartbreaking' experience. However, in typically stoic fashion he took a year out to work on his game and finish his electrical apprenticeship with Fás in Baldoyle. He travelled to Australia for five months, working as an electrician, a trade he loves, but also improving his cricket game and he returned rejuvenated. He acknowledges that this time away was difficult for his fiancé Helena and their young daughter Alisha. Helena, Alisha and his mam, Frances travel to tournaments with John whenever possible and over the past few years have accompanied him to the Caribbean, England and India. As it is too expensive for them to travel all the time, email and Skype provide an important link with home. Not wishing to be drawn on the current controversy over Ireland's potential exclusion from the 2015 World Cup, John believes it should be left to Warren Deutrom the Chief Executive Officer of Cricket Ireland to lobby for their inclusion. The Irish cricket team, have found a space in people's hearts worldwide and their game against England attracted an audience of over a billion people. During their time in Mumbai they visited gravely ill patients in the Hope Foundation Centre established and run by Irish volunteers, an experience John describes as 'humbling.' Asked about his plans for the future, John hopes to spend the next 10 years as a professional cricketer for Ireland. “I look at Trent Johnston who is 36 and I know that if I stay in good shape I can keep going until at least that age.' He is enthusiastic about the International Cricket Pitch being built in Malahide and visualises a North County Dublin representative side comprising teams from Malahide, North County, The Hills (which includes Rush and Balbriggan) playing against other representative teams from across the country. “A cricketer can aim to play for their representative team and then hopefully play for Ireland.” The final part of John's dream is that should this come to pass he would captain and coach this team to become leaders of representative cricket within Ireland. Saying goodbye to him, on a sunny morning in Rush, I am struck by how loyal John is to those he has met through his life and how he uses his success in a sport he loves to bring a smile to many faces. He is a wonderful role model for our younger generation, showing the rewards, commitment and dedication to a dream can bring. He is not motivated by financial gain but by the love of cricket, and he is deeply embedded and proud of his North County Dublin roots.

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Skerries man Andy Farrell will be holding a fund-raising night in the Coast Inn in Skerries on Friday 13th May. Andy has brought together three volunteers to have their beards shaved by Skerries barber Bert. Andy’s uncles Val and Don Farrell, along with Man O’War bike legend, Jim ‘Gonk’ Gaffney, will have their well known beards shaved on the night, and this should provide plenty of fun for all. Andy told the County Leader, “I have never seen my uncles with out their beards and I’m 34 so I really am looking forward to it. Jim had his beard shaved in the Isle Of Man in 1997 to raise funds for a helicopter charity and has never shaved since that.” Sponsor cards are available from Andy at 086-8414592

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Rolestown ICA (Irish Country Women’s Association) is currently organising its outdoor events for the summer season and want to hear from new members. The organisation held its AGM earlier this month and following a very active and enjoyable centenary ICA year the principal officers are staying in-situ for another year. Brid Clarke is chairperson, with Doreen O’Brien secretary and Eithne Moore treasurer and an array of activities are being planned. If you feel like joining this very active association, and making new friends, just come along. New members are always very welcome. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month in the Community Hall, Rolestown at 8.00 p.m.

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No Supermarket For Seatown Road By Leslie Murphy St. Colmcille’s Parish in Swords, has changed plans to sell part of its lands to facilitate the development of a new Aldi supermarket on Seatown Road. Residents and politicians strongly objected to the Parish’s decision last autumn to sell 1.57 acres of it’s site for the construction of the food store and car park. The County Leader highlighted this problem at the time and there were many concerns from residents, including the fact that the supermarket would be on one of the town’s busiest roads which would add to traffic volumes. An offer from the supermarket chain, which was entirely dependent on planning permission being attained, had been accepted, as the church looked to

By Leslie Murphy date. Light and airy chick-lit will always have its place on the shelves, but Ciara's debut novel proved itself to be more than that and Saving Grace. In 2010, Ciara followed her first novel’ Becoming Scarlett’. Speaking to the County Leader, Ciara explains that “although there were times when she tried to emulate her heroes - Marian Keyes and Helen Fielding - ultimately attempting to write like someone else is as hopeless as trying to look like someone else”. Reading Ciara's comfortable, chatty style of writing leaves you with the feeling that you have been hanging out with your own friends, rather than a group of fictional characters and it is this sense of reality that ensures Ciara's

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pay off a €1.3 million overdraft and generate funds for a new office and parish centre development at the same location. However, in light of ‘a number of factors, the parish has decided to drop the proposal and will instead aim to garner finance through the sale of two properties on the adjoining North Street and through fundraising events. Parish priest, Fr Cyril Mangan said, ‘We won’t be proceeding, it won’t be developed and we’ve taken into consideration the community feeling and of what was going to best serve our interests. There were a number of factors, like respect for residents and difficulty with planning.” Development work on the former parochial house, located on the same site, is continuing, with the first phase completed and the building is on course to open as a new parish office within eight months, depending on funding. The parish are selling properties at 42 and 44 North Street at the moment and hopefully can start on phase two soon.

Donabate Writer Set For Glittering Career Donabate resident and emerging writer, Ciara Geraghty is certainly grabbing the attention of readers in the North County and beyond. Having spent her younger years in Malahide and now living with her own young family in Donabate, Ciara is the North County’s very own bestselling author and has just released her third book Finding Mr Flood. While working in insurance for ten years the notion of making a living as a successful novelist never crossed Ciara's mind. But that was until she signed herself up for a creative writing course and her thoughts began to spill out. This opened a new chapter in her life which has left Ciara proudly responsible for three immensely successful novels to

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marks out of ten” but it always comes with a great sense of achievement. She laughs at the idea that the girl who received a D in honours English had two major publishers interested in her first offering and just weeks after the release of her third book she is already teasing out an inkling of an idea for her fourth - due to be published in spring 2012.

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St Colmcille's Boy’s National School in Swords was awash with bright colours and exotic foods recently, when they held a multicultural evening to celebrate the diversity in their school community. Representatives from countries such as Nigeria, Philippines, Italy, China, Poland, Ireland and many more set up tables where visitors could sample national cuisine from the respective countries and learn more about them. Young students from the school dressed in their national dress. Entertainment was provided by students in the form of Irish dancing and singing. Pictured here are Lolly Adeleye, Bolu Mohammed, Itunu Santos and Ashley Santos all from Nigeria. Pic: JR

A new Warhammer Club has started at Malahide Library for children aged 11 and over. This exciting new club teaches kids how to capture, control, seize ground, annihilate and paint. If you have figures, please bring them along. Further information is available at the Library.

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Two North County men are amongst the contributors to a new blog on international energy issues, launched by ESB International (ESBI). Colm de Búrca, who is from Malahide, and Neil McDonagh from Donabate are both contributing to the new blog, www.energyinnovation.ie. Colm is Manager of Ocean Energy at ESBI, where he is responsible for implementing the organisation’s strategy in the emerging wave and tidal energy sector. Neil, meanwhile, is a team leader and consultant with the Power System Studies Group at ESBI. The blog will feature contributions from members of the entire staff team at ESBI, including Colm and Neil. The blog will cover topics such as renewable energy, combined cycle gas turbine technology (CCGT), carbon

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CLOSING DOWN Little Apples Creche in Boroimhe, Swords held a Pyjama Day recently in aid of The Irish Hospice Foundation's "Hospice Homecare for Children" Programme. Everyone, including the staff, were decked out in their finest sleepwear. Everything from Bob the Builder to Minnie Mouse, and even a Dinosaur dressing gown, were on display. The creche hopes to beat last years astonishing total of €1,000, and help the IHF to its target of €350,000. Many families want sick children to be cared for in their own home, and the Hospice Homecare for Children works with these families to provide that. The Pyjama Day scheme is in its eighth year, and has so far raised over €2 million for various children's charities in the country. Pictured are the Wobblers class (1 year to 15 months) and the Toddlers with, L-R, Annie Wall, Mandy Dempsey and Eimear McCann. Pic: SW

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By Caroline Heffernan He thanked the County Council for providing a smaller pitch to facilitate club matches while the development works are in progress. Before turning the sod on the new facility, County Mayor, Ken Farrell, congratulated Malahide Cricket Club on their enthusiasm for the project explaining the development of the ground is a three way venture between the Council, Malahide Cricket Club and Cricket Ireland. Chief Executive Officer of Cricket Ireland, Warren Deutrom, praised Malahide Cricket Club for grasping the opportunity to build an International venue for one day cricket matches and wished all those involved the

Sporting Star Hosts Golf Classic Former Sporting Fingal player, Conan Byrne is hosting a fundraiser in aid of his Zambian Mission. A Golf Classic will take place in Swords Open Golf Course on Friday 27th May. Shelbourne player, Byrne is organising his second trip to Zambia, along with pupils from St. Joseph’s School in Rush, in November 2012 to help the Presentation Sisters working with the disabled children of the poverty stricken area of Mongu. With a target of €100,000 set to fund the trip, as well as providing a donation to the aid project, a central aspect to the fundraising drive is the planned Golf Classic. Conan’s charitable project has already received the support of numerous Airtricity League players and it is expected a large representation of players will participate in the May 27 event. A team of four is €200 (€50 per person) and to sponsor a hole is €100. The price includes 18 holes of golf at Swords Open, a goody bag on arrival, food at the 9th hole, finger food in a local bar afterwards and spot prizes throughout the day. All proceeds will go to the Conan Byrne Zambian Mission.

EVERYTHING MUST GO Warren Deutrom, CEO Cricket Ireland, left, Norman Adams, President of Malahide Cricket Club, centre, and Mayor of Fingal Cllr. Ken Farrell, were at the sodturning ceremony.

best of luck in seeing it through to completion. He paid tribute to the Irish Cricket team on their recent success and spoke of the growing interest in cricket across Ireland as evidenced by huge attendances at recent Easter camps. Mayor Farrell proceeded to turn the sod, ably assisted by Norman Adams, President of Malahide Cricket Club and Deutrom. There were smiles all round as the three men lifted their shovels in unison. North County hero and crucial member of the Irish Cricket team, John Mooney was also in attendance as was Phil Simmons, the national team coach. In reference to the recent controversy regarding Ireland's possible exclusion from the 2015 Cricket World Cup, Deutrom received a rapturous round of applause when he firmly stated, “it's an event we fully intend to participate in.” The exciting new facility is expected to be ready for the 2012 cricket season.

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PLANNING APPLICATIONS Fingal County Council I, Liam Gifford, intend to apply for retention for a development at Belinstown, Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin. The application is for permission to retain vehicular entrance gates and timber fencing, to include associated site works. 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, Planning Authority, Planning Section, County Hall, Swords Co. Dublin between 9:30am and 15:30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the Application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought to construct a new two storey clubhouse together with secondary treatment plant, car and bus parking, enhanced vehicular entrance and ancillary works at Oberstown, Lusk for Man-O-War GAA This 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 (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought to construct a new 2 storey house with secondary treatment system, utilising new entrance granted under Reg. Ref: F10A/0020, with ancillary works at Westown, Naul, Co. Dublin for James Whyte This 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 (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for dormer dwelling and waste water treatment system adjoining existing dwelling with alterations to existing vehicular entrance at Drishogue, Oldtown, Co. Dublin for Conor Maxwell. This planning applicaiton may be inspected or purchased at a fee not

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exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of this application. Signed: Thomas J. Finn Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for 2 no. detached 2 storey houses on infill site located to rear of existing dwelling “Greengates”, Sea Road, Malahide and for permission for a vehicular access from The Cove, Malahide, Co. Dublin. Applicants: Anne & Fiona Maguire. This 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 in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought to extend the hours of opening to existing approved café/restaurant (Planning Ref: F07A/1409) and to permit the sale of fast food takeaway facility off the premises while also retaining the approved restaurant use and seating at premises known as “Georges Place” Unit 5, Castle shopping Centre, Bridge Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. For G.B Restaurants Ltd. This 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 in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council I Colin O’Carroll intend to apply for planning permission for development at this site address: 31 Castle Lawns, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The development consists of the demolition of the existing shed in the rear garden, ground floor and first floor extensions to the rear and side of the existing house, alterations to the existing west Continued on page 26

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existing glasshouses, 3) construct a new entrance to replace the existing entrance in the north west corner, and 4) partially demolish an existing disused shed (100Sqm) east of the existing entrance to allow for better visibility from the new entrance all at Blooming Baskets, Grace Dieu, Ballyboghal, 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 Fingal County Council (Swords) 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 within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council We, Bovale Developments intend to apply for planning permission for development at this site address: 194 Carlton Court, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development consists of alterations to the existing house consisting of the removal of the existing roof, construction of a new dormer style roof, provision of habitable accommodation in the roof space, roof lights on the south, west and north elevations, dormer windows on the east and west elevations, alterations to the south elevation consisting of the removal of an existing window, alterations to the east elevation consisting of raising the existing gable and provision of a new first floor window in the gable, and associated site works. The proposed ridge height is 6.58 meters above ground level. The 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 9.30 - 15.30 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 a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council I John Spollen am seeking planning permission at ‘Saint Patricks’, Strand Road, Portmarnock Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a ground floor pitched roof extension & dormer to existing roof, all to rear of existing dwelling. 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 and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of his application. Fingal County Council Permission for new 1and a half storey house, detached garage, wastewater treatment system and all associated siteworks at North Hill, Rush Demesne, Rush, Co. Dublin. Signed: P & C Jones. 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 Revision to previously approved planning permission F09A/0429 sought for protected structure at 8 Holmpatrick Terrace, Skerries, Co. Dublin by Betty Murphy for revised extension depth and internal stair modification. 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 submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Mr Noel McAllister seeks planning permission at lands off Portrane Road, Carrs Mill, Rahillion, Donabate, Co. Dublin. The development will

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consist of constructing a development on this site (5.14 hectares) incorporating 1). The erection of 99 no. detached, semi-detached & terraced residential units (some with ancillary garages) ranging in height from single storey bungalow type units to 2.5 storey unit types. 2). new vehicular (2 no.) and pedestrian (4 no.) entrances to serve the development from existing roads at Carrs Mill Estate linking through both Carrs Mill and the somerton estate to the Portrane Road. 3). 2 no. class two public open spaces 4). connection to foul sewer network to Donabate/Portrane WWTP currently underway, road & footway network & associated services connecting with the existing Carrs Mill development to the south and existing laneway to southeast to Portrane road. 5). The development makes provision for crèche facilities (10 no. Children) at units 23, 49 and 63 within the scheme. 6). The construction of perimeter screening / landscape berm area and footpath link within a green planted corridor to existing class 1 public open space. 7). foul and suds surface water drainage, esb substation, landscaping, boundary treatments, lighting, and all ancillary drainage, engineering and site development works to facilitate the development. 8). a ten year planning permission is sought. 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 9.30am – 3.30pm Monday – Friday at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council I Rory Kelleher of 2 Little Strand Street, Skerries, County Dublin Intend to apply for planning permission for development at this site 2 Little Strand Street, Skerries, County Dublin The development will consist of the conversion of the attic space at second floor level comprising a dormer to the rear elevation with matching sash windows and one roof window to the front elevation. In addition to all associated site works. The 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, Janet Morrell, intend to apply for permission for a development at 159 Baths Road, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of change of use from part residential to sessional pre-school facility to include associated site works. 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, Planning Authority, Planning Section, County Hall, Swords Co. Dublin between 9:30am and 15:30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the Application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by Terence & Sharon O’Connor to construct a new 2 storey 5 bedroom house with an internally linked subordinate family support living area for a disabled person, detached domestic garage, gates with entrance piers, fencing and associated landscaping and ancillary site works including a new proprietary waste water treatment system plant all at Blackwood Lane, Malahide, 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. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

Fingal County Council We, Drynam Park Golf Centre intend to apply for retention of a development consisting of 3 no. advertising signs to include all associated site works. Sign 1 consists of a timber advertising stru cture measuring 2.4m x 1.2m located in a field off Feltrim Road, Drynam, Swords, Co. Dublin. Sign 2 consists of an advertising sign measuring 2.4m x 1.2m with advertisement on both sides, located on the grass verge abutting Drynam Park Golf Centre, Kettles Lane, Swords, Co. Dublin. Sign 3 consists of an advertising sign measuring 4.8m x 2.4m attached to the front wall of Drynam Park Golf Centre, Kettles Lane, 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 Fingal County Council, Planning Authority, Planning Section, County Hall, Swords Co. Dublin between 9:30am and 15:30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the Application. Fingal County Council Retention planning permission sought for works and use at existing agricultural compound at Newtown Lane, Garristown, Co. Dublin which includes the following: Retention of grain mill shed, grain storage silos and associated mechanical plant, temporary portacabins for administration, extended hardstand area for storage of grain trucks, modified vehicular entrance and green palisade boundary fence. Applicants: L & P Foley. This 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 in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for detached dwelling and associated site works on site to rear of existing dwelling at ‘Oak View’, Dublin Rd., Balbriggan, Co.Dublin with access via existing entrance from new relief road. Applicant: Michael Kenny. This 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 in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought change of use from office/warehouse to crèche at Unit C1 Airside Enterprise Centre, Airside, Swords, Co.Dublin. Applicant: Ed Hogan This 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 in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Wealth Option Trustees Ltd., for renovation of,and extension to existing dwelling house to include new single storey extension to front to accommodate new kitchen, dining and living room, and associated site works at Rolestown, 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 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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