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Call For Smoke Free Playgrounds With the late surge in fine weather recently after an awful summer, playgrounds across the North County were full of families making the most of the Indian summer. In an effort to maintain this family centred focus of our parks, the County Council has decided to adopt a smoke free policy in all of our local authority controlled playgrounds. However, the antismoking signage has been displayed in only four playgrounds so far, namely Ardgillan Castle, Newbridge Demesne, Malahide Castle and Millennium Park in Dublin 15. The primary aim of the initiative is to discourage people from smoking in a children’s environment, to reduce cigarette litter, e.g butts and cigarette packages thrown on the ground in our parks. The Public Consultation Report revealed that “research was conducted in August 2010, prior to the initiative, to determine levels of second hand smoke in the playground. It also assessed the amount of litter from cigarettes and to gather information from playground users on their smoking behaviour, attitudes to smoke free policies and in particular banning smoking in the playground. This survey of 105 people showed strong support (87 per cent of respondents) for reducing second hand smoke in the playground. The highest number of cigarette butts observed around a single park bench was 27.” Many of the park users, who spoke to the County Leader found that the delay in making all public playgrounds smoke free areas was difficult to understand. At the County Council meeting on Monday 9th July last, the report on

By Patrick Finnegan the Public Consultation on Tobacco Free Playgrounds was presented to the elected members and adopted. Our local authority was the first in Ireland to formally adopt this as a policy and a council

Noel Costello from Swords is pictured with his granddaughter, Lauren in the playground at Newbridge Demesne in Donabate.

spokesperson told the County Leader, “The next step for us is to erect signage at all our public playgrounds, and to use our website/social media and traditional communication channels to raise awareness of this policy. This will be happening over the coming weeks.”

“The signage is in place in our four regional public playgrounds at Millennium Park, Ardgillan Demesne, Newbridge Demesne and Malahide Castle for the moment, and will be rolled out to all of the 50 public playgrounds in Fingal. The Smoke-Free Playgrounds are selfpoliced,” she said. When the County Leader paid a visit to Newbridge Demesne on a beautiful early autumn evening, the playground was full of families enjoying themselves. There were ‘No Smoking’ signs inside the playground, but a playground user pointed out to us” that there were no signs outside the playground to alert smokers as they approached the playground. She felt that this would constitute adequate signage that smoking was prohibited in the playground.” Noel Costello from Swords uses the playground on a regular basis and was enjoying playing with his granddaughter. “I think it’s a very worthwhile project. Neither I nor any of my family members smoke, and I think it would make a big difference to me if smoking were allowed here.” It’s a great environment and I really enjoy it,” he said. Given that there is no legislation to control smoking in playgrounds and that it is a self policing project, the County Leader spoke to Park Ranger at Newbridge, Ilya Usanov, who said: “If I saw someone smoking, I would approach the person and ask him/her to refrain from smoking. That’s all we can do with the current legislation. If the person became difficult, I would report it to my manager and then, perhaps the Gardai. Some people have approached me about smoking in the playground and I have spoken to the persons and the problem was solved without any incidents,” he said. Many parents and park users feel that proper signage outside the playgrounds, at the entrance, would be sufficient to deter smokers from lighting up. Speaking at the launch of the second tobacco free public playground at Rivermeade earlier in the year, Dr Nazih Eldin, Head of Health Promotion HSE Dublin North East said, “Parents and adults are the most important role models for children and supporting people not to smoke around children indoors and outdoors is one of the clearest messages we can give our children.”

North County Towns Do It Again! It was yet another wonderful year for our Tidy Towns contestants, as the results of the 2012 competition were released last Monday. In a glittering ceremony at the Helix Theatre, both Skerries and Malahide retained their Gold medals. Skerries, with a score of 306, improved their points by three and were only six points behind the overall winner, Abbeyshrule, Co Longford. Similarly, Malahide, with 293 points improved their score by two points from last year. Lusk, who came third in the county, improved their figure by an

impressive five points from last year, with an excellent 277 points. There were good performances by Balscadden, up by five points to 257, with new entrants, Ballyboughal scoring an impressive 255 points. Other areas that bettered last year’s positions included, Swords, with 264 points, up five and Balbriggan, up a very impressive 10 points to 251 points. In fact, Balbriggan won the Dublin Endeavour Award, and Skerries landed the Dublin

Regional Award, so well done to the committees there. One of the highlights of the day was the nomination of John Flynn from Lusk Tidy Towns, in the new category of ‘Tidy Town Heroes’. John was one of 13 volunteers from across Ireland to be nominated. Another good performance was that of Rush who scored an impressive 234 points, up 9 points on last year.

See our Special Report in next week’s edition.

John Flynn, from Lusk Tidy Towns committee, was one of 13 nominations in the new award of 'Tidy Towns Heroes.' He is pictured at the Helix Theatre after receiving the nomination.

It Just Keeps Getting Better For Catherine The great news from the Paralympic Games in London just keeps coming for Swords cyclist, Catherine Walsh and her pilot, Fran Meehan. The duo took bronze in the Women’s Individual Time Trial B at Brands Hatch. This is the second medal this duo has won at the Games. Last Sunday week, Catherine and Fran secured a silver medal in the para-cycling individual B pursuit final at the Velodrome. They clocked a time of 35:29.56 to secure their place on the podium. The Netherlands pairing of Kathrin Goeken and Kim Van Dijk took gold in 35:02.73 with the New Zealand tandem featuring Phillipa Gray and Laura Thompson taking silver with a time of 35:07.68. Despite being World Bronze Medallists in this event, the pair were not treating it as a priority event, and were not confident that the course would suit them. However, after their rest day they were able to put in a massive effort to come away with a Bronze medal. Fran Meehan commented, “We have a really strong team, and I think that’s what has moved us on, we support each other, share our advice, and it means we all improve.” President Michael D Higgins congratulated the Paralympians, when he said, “I want to sincerely congratulate our Team Ireland on their outstanding performance at the London Paralympic Games. This team has won 16 medals, eight gold, three silver, and five bronze; what a remarkable achievement.” “Our Paralympian athletes are inspirational role models for us all. Their courage, commitment and sporting prowess will live long in the hearts and minds of the Irish people. I look forward to meeting them in Áras an Úachtaráin in the near future and to congratulating them in person.” President Higgins also confirmed that he will host a reception for our Olympic athletes in Áras an Uachtaráin on Friday, 21st September. Pictured above Swords lady, Catherine Walsh proudly celebrates her bronze medal with her son Conor Roode, after finishing third in the women's individual B time trial at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

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to raise the cash and chose North Dublin CCI as their chosen charity to donate the money to. Tony Corbally and Padraic McMahon recently presented the cheque to Margaret McNulty (Assistant Treasurer North Dublin CCI) and two of the groups visiting children Vika, and Dasha

Last weekend was an historic one, when American Football came to Dublin. The victorious Notre Dame team held their post match victory banquet at Clontarf Castle Hotel. They were absolutely delighted to be in Ireland, and overwhelmed by the warm Irish welcome they received from everyone. The team members were blown away by the Castle itself and spend a lot of time taking photographs to take back to show their friends back home. Pictured at the hotel is General Manager, Mark Long, with Coach Brian Kelly of Notre Dame.

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Pictured here are L-R (Back Row): Tony Corbally, Peter Rooney and Padraic McMahon. (LR Front Row): Vika Trukhan and Dasha Krauchanka, both visiting from Belarus with Margaret McNulty Assistant Treasurer North Dublin CCI at the cheque presentation.

The group hosted 20 children this year locally with host families based in Swords, Oldtown and beyond. “The summer was a great success and the

support of local community and businesses has been overwhelming. We are extremely grateful to all of those who helped us in anyway

this year. The children had a fantastic time and have gone home to Belarus with fantastic memories of their time spent here,” she concluded.

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along with their host dad Peter Rooney. Trina Gilchriest, Chairperson of North Dublin CCI attended on the day with her two visiting children, Vika and Dasha. “We thoroughly enjoyed the day and the girls really loved the whole atmosphere going on around them. It was a fantastic day out. We had no idea they were organising it for us. We are absolutely thrilled both with the kind gesture and support for our local organisation,” she said.

Hamlet Lane Celtic F.C. held a Fundraising Night recently in the Bracken Court Hotel. Members of the club, their friends and guests came along on the fundraising night held for Temple Street Children’s Hospital. Volunteers had their heads shaved and legs waxed in order to raise funds for the hospital. The event was kindly sponsored by the Barber Room in Millfield Shopping Centre. “Everybody in the room has been in Temple Street Children’s Hospital at some stage. We want to give something back and we feel this will be of some help to them,” said Trevor Barnes on behalf of the club. “The jersey that was kindly given to auction by the FAI raised over €200 on the night. It was definitely a successful night. The team would like to thank all those who helped us to raise much needed money for a very good cause,” concluded Andy Fagan, the club manager.

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Disappointing IBAL Result For Swords The Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) results have shown that Swords has fallen from the lofty heights of last year, when they were the second cleanest

Crime Prevention Strategy Conference In Balbriggan Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with An Garda Siochana, are delighted to promote the “Crime Reduction and Prevention Strategy Conference” which will take place on 20th September in the Bracken Court Hotel in the town.

See page 7

Official Opening Of Fumbally Exchange The official opening of Balbriggan Fumbally Exchange will take place on Wednesday, September 26th from 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Fumbally Exchange, 10 Railway Street, Balbriggan.

See report on page 11

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Des Becton

town in Ireland to their current position of 13th. The town was rated as ‘Cleaner than European Norms’ Chairperson of Swords Tidy Towns, Des Becton was particularly disappointed with the result. He told the County Leader, “Last year we came 2nd out of 54, just behind Trim, where we secured 10 A’s out of 10 sites. Swords had been deemed Ireland’s dirtiest town in 2005 and this result was the catalyst in resurrecting the Tidy Towns committee.”

“In IBAL, we have improved our position every year since. This is why this year’s result is so disappointing for us. It’s particularly disheartening to see that we missed out because of two privately owned sites that are out of our control.” said Becton. The report on these sites was particularly hard hitting. It said: “The two littered sites were both private car parks at the south side of the town, which appeared to be more concerned with clamping notices than the maintenance of the car park and the law should be enforced immediately against the operators.” Tourists landing at Dublin Airport are being greeted by littered approach roads, according to the latest nationwide survey by Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL). The study, despite showing continuing improvement in the cleanliness of our cities and towns, revealed the environs of our main airport to be a litter blackspot. While the

grounds of Dublin Airport were found to be “immaculate”, the roads surrounding it were spoiled by dumping, casual litter and “all manner of rubbish” according to An Taisce. Over 50 per cent of overseas visitors to this country come through the Airport. With the local authority admitting to cleaning the roads only once a year, IBAL is calling for adequate cleaning schedules for key routes used by visitors to be made public.

Smart Hat-Trick

Pictured is eight year old Kate Smart from Portrane, who won the 'Lucy Crosbie Shield' for the third year in a row at Malahide Horticultural Show. Kate received the highest points in the Children's Art and Crafts section. She seems destined for a really bright future. Well done, Kate.

Happy Reunion: Luke and Anna O'Herlihy and their grandmother, Marie Smyth are delighted to be reunited with their dog, Bubbles at home in Swords.

Bubbles’ Long Walk Home The happy smiles on the faces of the O’ Herlihy kids (Anna 12, Luke 4 and Kate 2) of Rathbeale Crescent in Swords are because they have been reunited with Bubbles, their 15 year old family pet. The family were on holidays last week with mother Anne Marie, grandmother Marie Smyth and extended family members. Bubbles stayed with friends in the Holywell area. Unfortunately, he escaped through an open front door into an area he didn’t know. Grandmother Marie said ‘Bubbles is very much a house dog. He potters about the back garden- he is rarely out the front and never out of the estate unless in a car.’ The dog sitters searched for Bubbles but had no joy. The family were heartbroken on their return on the Sunday.

Luckily, local dog-lover, Adrianne Moore was driving home along the Feltrim Road when she spotted a lost looking Jack Russell in the middle of the road. ‘”I had to swerve to avoid him,” she said. Adrianne took the dog to Lissenhall vets, but unfortunately Bubbles wasn’t chipped or name tagged and the vets said they would hold him for three days before sending him to the pound. Adrianne notified the Gardai and started a Facebook appeal. Her family also put up posters in the area. On Thursday morning, a neighbour spotted the poster and Bubbles was reunited with his delighted family hours before he was due to go to the pound. “We won’t let him out of our sight again,” says Marie. “I can’t believe he walked so far. Thank God for all the lovely people in the area, it really strengthens your faith in a caring society.” Anna (12) declares happily “Bubbles might only be a dog to others, but he’s part of our family.”

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Fingal Dublin Chamber After 6 Networking Event 6th September 2012 at Rouge Nightclub, Swords

Paddy Lonergan (Bank of Ireland, Swords), Mary Grant (Carnegie Court Hotel), Martina Hilliard (O2 Swords) and David Grant (Carnegie Court Hotel)

Jock Jordan (Gift Voucher Shop), Tara Sinnott (Club Manager, Rouge Nightclub) and Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Tara Smart and Aoife Brennan from Colortrend in Swords.

Alan Spain (S & S Interiors) and Stephen Peppard (Fingal County Council)

Franco Tamani (Grand Hotel Malahide) with Davina Greene (Rocket Fuel)

Siobhan Moore (President Fingal Dublin Chamber) and Tara Sinnott (Club Manager, Rouge Nightclub)

Don Earley (Web Cloud), with Anne Marie Elliott (Rouge Nightclub)

Shane Redmond (Shane Redmond Auctioneers), Lisa Nolan (Rouge Nightclub), Bernard McGowan (BEN Developments) and Vincent Shannon (Vincent Shannon Solicitors, Swords)

Helen Cunningham (Carnegie Court Hotel) and Michael Kennedy (Michael Kennedy Insurance)

Barry Gargan and Naomi Gargan (both from Absolute Office, Swords)

Robbie Knight, Niamh Knight, Mango Knight and Christy Knight (all from MidKnight Electrical, Swords)

Maureen Lambert (Fingal Dublin Chamber), Bebhinn McGahey (Hostess, Rouge Nightclub) and Freda Farrell (Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Alex McAllister and David Kinna (both from McAllister Motors, Airside)

Teresa Long and Helen Cunningham (both from Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords)

Padraic Callan (Cregan Accountants), Brian Murphy (Bank of Ireland) and Maurice Cregan (Cregan Accountants).

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Junior Fishing Competition In Gormanston The Gormanston Anglers held their annual club BBQ day recently. The day kicked off with a Junior competition which was won by Jenny Curtis well done Jenny! After the competition and prize giving, everyone

joined up at the clubhouse for some food and drink with Ray showing off his cooking skills. The club would like to say a big thanks to Brownes Butchers for providing their fantastic burgers and sausages. If you are

Pictured at the Totally Terrific Tomato Festival at Rolestown Garden Centre on Sunday, 2nd September last are the Lawless family, Eoin, Emily and parents Ronan and Colette from Kilsallaghan, as they proudly display their tomato entry at the festival.

interested in joining the club and spending some days in a truly wonderful setting down at Dublin’s largest all year fishery, the club is open to new members!

New Season For Parkinsons Group In Portmarnock Within the past few months, Portmarnock and District Parkinsons Group has established itself as a useful forum to help those suffering from Parkinson’s Disease and their carers and families. It is open to anyone in the wider area who are in any way affected by this condition. The Autumn season will commence on Monday, September 17th at 8:00p.m. in Naomh Mearnóg GAA Clubhouse. Contact 086 244 7005 for further information. The main topic will be

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reports from the conference held in June and to outline the calendar for the following months.

Volunteer Expo Generates Great Interest The second Fingal Volunteer Expo 2012 took place on Thursday 6th September last in the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords. The centre was buzzing with activity, as locals were eager to know how they could become volunteers. Many organisations were represented, including Nifti, the local transport company which ferries people to and from hospital. Director Eric Bentley told the County Leader: “Nifti was here to recruit volunteer drivers for a community car project. This is a personalised service for people with mobility prob-

lems,” he said. Other organisations included ‘Remember Us’. Focus Ireland, Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind and St John’s Ambulance service to name but a few. This event was organised as part of Fingal Volunteer Centre’s wide range of supports it provides to volunteers and Volunteer Involving Organisations. Sixteen organisations who are currently recruiting volunteers in the greater North County area were on hand to recruit new volunteers to join them this Autumn. The Expo was aimed at helping organisations attract people who are interested in becoming volunteers, but who may not know exactly where or how to go about it and is just one of many services provided free to volunteer involving organisations across the North County.

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Chamber Welcomes 30 New Jobs Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD announced the creation of 30 new jobs at Malone Engineering in Ballycoolin Industrial Estate, Dublin 15. These new roles, for which graduates in engineering and health and safety would be particularly suitable, will increase the number of staff from 15 to 45 in Malone Engineering. Fingal Dublin Chamber President, Siobhan Moore has warmly welcomed this announcement and congratulated Stephen Malone on this fantastic achievement. “Stephen is a member of the Chamber Council and has contributed to the strategic development of the Chamber in recent years. It is not

surprising therefore to see him create such a strong growth in his company. On behalf of the Chamber I wish him every success for the future” she said. The company provides engineering design, project management, safety management and turnkey project solutions to the pharmaceutical, food and drink, industrial, educational, healthcare and banking sectors among others in Ireland, Canada, the UK and the US. Speaking at the announcement, Stephen Malone, CEO Malone Engineering said “This is tangible evidence of the success of Malone Engineering over the recent past, in a very difficult trading environment. If we can produce our pharmaceuticals, foods, beverages and energy more efficiently, we can stimulate demand and growth, ultimately creating more jobs.”

Pictured at the Road Safety Awareness Day at Millfield Shopping Centre, Balbriggan on Saturday last are, Peter Carey (Manager, Millfield Centre), Vincent Kavanagh (Citroen Ireland), Eric Bentle (Manager Nifti), Mick McDonagh (Nifti), Mick Kavanagh (Nifti), Garda Dave Sheeran, Noel Synnott (Nifti) and Garda Sgt, Brendan Walsh.

Restaurant as well as Great Gas Fuel. Younger customers enjoyed a special visit from Mickey and Minnie Mouse and a bouncy castle, while everyone was entertained by the amazing stilt walker. Junction 4 Service Station enjoys a prime location, just off the There was no sign of the ‘Back-to-School Blues’ as M1 Motorway in Turvey Donabate, and now offers families were treated to a fun and exciting day at the even more value and choice to customers from the official opening of Junction 4 Turvey on Saturday 1st North County and beyond. Aaron McHale, owner of September last. The event, which was officiated by Junction 4 Turvey says: “We were delighted that so stand in Mayor, Gerry McGuire, was held to officially many new and existing customers turned out to celeopen the service station, which now incorporates a brate with us on Saturday. The inclusion of a Centra Centra Convenience Store and a Supermac’s Convenience Store, as well as a Supermac’s Restaurant and Great Gas Fuel Station is something we’re very excited about because we know it means motorists will have everything they could need; from hot and delicious meals to last-minute groceries and essentials. We’re confident that range of services we now offer will ensure that Junction 4 Turvey remains successful into the future.” Pictured at the official opening of Junction 4 Turvey on Saturday, 1st September last are Junction 4 Turvey is open Cllr Darragh Butler, John Hurley (Great Gas), Grainne MacHale (Junction 4 Turvey), Pat 24 hours a day, 365 days McDonagh (Supermacs), Michael Bannahan (site manager), Acting Mayor, Clr Gerry of the year. McGuire) and Austin and Aaron MacHale (Junction 4).

EVER THINK OF VOLUNTEERING? Families Enjoy Fun Day At Junction 4 Turvey

It is a wonderful way to give something back. SVP urgently needs volunteers for home visitation work in the Swords and Lusk areas. If you would like to help contact; Siobhan Tyrrell T: 01 8198414 E: siobhan.tyrrell@svpdublin.ie Please also check our website, www.svp.ie, for further details

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Ballyboughal Pitch And Putt Results

Crime Prevention Strategy Conference In Balbriggan Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with An Garda Siochana, are delighted to promote the

The Ladies Cup winner was Sue Browne with a net 49 and the runner up was Joan Homan with a net 50, only the smallest of margins separating the two leading ladies. Nearest the pin on the 3rd went to Marie Delaney. Many thanks to Ladies Cup sponsors, Bill and Peggy O’Neill. Sunday’s game winner was Billy O’Brien with a net 49, with the runner up, Martin Cullen returning a net 50.

“Crime Reduction and Prevention Strategy Conference” which will take place on 20th September at

prevention is also important and the speakers on the day will discuss this.” “The event will also allow the opportunity to meet with the newly appointed Superintendent, Noel Carolan and to voice other issues which currently affect the business community, such as traffic management particularly during the current and proposed road works which the County Council are undertaking.” Pictured at the launch of the Crime Prevention Strategy Conference, which will take place in “Balbriggan the Bracken Court Hotel on 20th September next are: Luke Moriarty (Proprietor Bracken hopes Court Hotel), President of Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce, Kevin Tolan, Balbriggan Garda C h a m b e r you will be able to Superintendent, Noel Carolan and Rory Keogh (General Manager, Bracken Court Hotel) take the time to 1 0 . 4 5 a m i n t h e B r a c k e n attend and meet other business people from both Court Hotel in the town. P r e s i d e n t o f B a l b r i g g a n Balbriggan and neighbouring Chamber of Commerce, Kevin towns and see what other T o l a n t o l d t h e C o u n t y towns have done to tackle Leader, “It is vital that we, t h e s e i s s u e s , ” h e s a i d . as a business community, I n s p e c t o r G u s K e a n e w i l l respond to the increase in give an opening address and criminal activity that affects topics will include, Retail u s a l l a n d t h i s e v e n t w i l l crime presentation, Drugs, a l l o w t h e o p p o r t u n i t y t o Crime prevention, Fraud and Chamber Chamber raise concerns with the local t h i s w i l l b e f o l l o w e d b y a Committee Committee and Answer Gardai and to ascertain their Q u e s t i o n Member, Donagh Member, Nicky r e s p o n s e a s w e l l . C r i m e session. McGowan Carvin

Pictured at the Volunteer Expo at the Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords on Thursday last, 6th September are, 'Remember Us' volunteers, Anne Drumm and Nora Robin, together with Nifti drivers, Mick Kavanagh and Mick McDonagh. Nifti provides the transport requirements for 'Remember Us'

Launch Of Battle Of Balbriggan The two oldest clubs in Balbriggan, O’Dwyers GAA Club and Balbriggan Rugby Club, will come head to head in the boxing ring in November. This news of this white collar event was launched on Friday last at the Bracken Court Hotel, amid great fanfare. The clubs, from opposite ends of the town, will, for one night only, battle it out in the ring. The winners are destined to have bragging rights in the town for some time to come. Thirty brave souls (15 from each club, both male and female, aged 18 to 58 will soon commence a six week intensive training schedule at the Bracken Boxing Club in preparation for the big night. Local businesses can be associated with this historical local event and proceeds on the night will go towards improving facilities for both clubs, particularly the youth sections. In addition, both clubs have agreed to donate a percentage of their proceeds to both local and national charities.

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With the Track and Field season coming to a close, Lusk Athletic Club are now looking forward to the new cross country season which starts on the 18th September. All interested in taking part in the new season should contact the club - it’s a great way to keep fit, meet and make friends and have fun. Contact the club on 0868519306 for further information. It promises to be a great day out for all so come along and join the fun!

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The Write Sort Of Challenge Jennifer McShane has a very active, yet challenging lifestyle. The 25 year old writer and journalist from Swords deals with many challenges as a result of having mild Cerebral Palsy, but is keen to point out that she doesn’t feel this is a negative aspect of her life. It has, she says, had the opposite effect. “I’m a very positive person by nature, so I think having the various challenges (big or small) as I do, simply makes me work harder to achieve my goals.” It seemed a natural choice to talk to one of our own County Leader journalists about her experience in what is said to be an extremely tough industry to break into before taking into account anything else. “I think at first, I was slightly conscious of my career choice, given that it can be a very active job and I won’t be running a marathon anytime soon, but ultimately, writing was the only thing I could ever see myself doing. I’ve been working with the County Leader since May last year and all the staff have been nothing but understanding. It really makes your job so much easier when you’re in such a positive environment. I’m learning all the tricks of the trade from them, so I owe them a great deal!” Jennifer has had a love of writing from a young age, going back to her early school days. “I was always writing something or other in little notebooks, whether it was short stories or poems. Then in secondary school I had a fantastic English teacher, Mr Clarke, who was always very encouraging.” She then went on to study Journalism in college for four years, which she says gave her a real taste of how interesting and tough it was going to be to succeed once she left. “All the lecturers were very encouraging, particularly where I was concerned, but at the same time, things weren’t glossed over; you knew you were going to have to sink or swim to make it.” She says it’s this attitude that she took on board when it came to applying for jobs: “The media is very cut throat as it is and there are fewer jobs out there than there ever have been, so I knew I was going to have to work extra hard to make it, but I love a good challenge and never thought that having the mild CP would affect my getting a job. I really think that my skills should speak for themselves at this stage.” One of her greatest achievements to date was graduating with her honours degree. “It wasn’t just about the hard work it took to get it. I really owe so much to my parents for their support while I studied, I couldn’t have done it without them, so I was so happy to receive the degree because if nothing else, I knew it would make them proud.” “I did things the hard way,” she continues. I

Community & Leisure Centre Ltd. The North County’s very own Donabate Portrane Community & Leisure Centre has achieved the Excellence Ireland Quality Association (EIQA) award for leisure centres. This is just their second time to enter for this award, having entered for the first time two years ago. Last year and this year, the centre received the accredited EIQA Award and was shortlisted for the National Awards.

Best wishes to Donabate Portrane Community Centre from worked on various internships, free of charge for a year once I left college, just to get my work out there. Then once I got to working with the County Leader and gained my experience, I found things got a little easier.” Jennifer works in Print, Online and Digital media and feels that success stories come from those that are a ‘Jack (or Jill) of all trades’ Journalist. “You have to be able to offer your Editor more than one set of skills nowadays I think.” She says that her CP is a complex thing to try and explain, as there are so many different types and no two people are ever effected in the exact same way. But it is for the most part, met very positively by those she meets. “People are usually very positive about it and any other reaction is simply to do with a lack of understanding, so I just don’t let it bother me. In the simplest terms, it’s only my walking and balance that are slightly affected, so it just means my energy runs out quicker than that of the average person. ” The young Journalist clearly has a glass is half full attitude to life and credits her mother Annette, in particular with this: “My entire family and friends are wonderful, but it’s my mother who gave me my positive mentality. She always (and to this day still does), encouraged me to be myself and has always told me that anything I want to achieve can be done. I’ve always felt that the majority of my achievements are down to her and firmly believe I wouldn’t be were I am today without the never ending support of my family.” Family is clearly very important to Jennifer. She says she gets her love of both writing and movie obsession from her dad, Thomas and is equally close to her identical twin sister Lucy and younger brother Thomas Jr. “They’re all like my support network! My life is made easier thanks to them.” Jennifer also regularly attended the Central Remedial Clinic since she was two years old and can’t speak highly enough of all the staff: “The CRC are absolutely fantastic. The entire team is dedicated to helping you in whatever way they can so that your quality of life can constantly be improved. As work has taken over I don’t attend as much as I used to, but I know they’re always there if I have any issues. It’s a constant team effort, that requires equal amounts of hard work from the parents and staff.” Aside from writing, she loves film, music and travel and is always looking for new challenges. “I’ll always want to better myself in every aspect of my life, but for the time being, I just want to keep writing as much as possible.”

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Oscar Success Brings Happy Days The news that “Pentecost”, a light

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was the crowning moment of another wonderfully successful year for Happy Days School of Performing Arts. Director of “Pentecost” Peter McDonald said "I'm really proud of Pentecost and everyone's work on it. I hope that the nomination will create new opportunities for all involved." As well as “Pentecost”, Happy Days students have also appeared in

many other films this year, such as the multi award winning RTE series “Love/ Hate”,“Raw”, the TV mini series “Titanic” and more. All the achievements they’ve had this year has led to lots of interest and an increase in demand for places in the school that offers fun-filled classes in Speech and Drama, Dance, Musical Theatre and Singing from fully qualified, enthusiastic

and encouraging teachers. Happy Days are now offering classes on Saturdays as well as Fridays in their venue in Swords. All this in addition to offering a limited number of new places in their classes in Ballyboughal and Lusk. To “Give your child the confident edge” as their motto goes and discover more about their classes for girls and boys from age 4 and up, visit www.happydaysdrama.ie

Parents To Consider School Lunch Boxes North County parents are being urged to ask children how much time they have to eat their lunch. The EPA’s Stop Food Waste Programme is encouraging all parents to do their homework when getting their children ready for back to school. With children now back to school all over the North County, they are calling on parents to start the school year with a clean slate and rethink how to plan and prepare their children’s lunches. Throwing away uneaten lunches is a waste of money but luckily, the Stop Food Waste programme has put together some tips for parents on

how to avoid food waste when it comes to school lunches, and save money in the process. They suggest the following tips: Let your kids be part of the lunch planning process. This will ensure that what you prepare is something they like to eat. Consider making a list of food your child likes to eat for lunch. This list can be kept on the fridge and can be added to by your child. Small sized fruit are a great idea as they cut back on waste and pose less of a challenge to small children and take less time to eat. Instead of throwing away dinner leftovers, reuse them for lunches the next day. Pack drinks in reusable containers and send a small amount to school in a reusable container with your child each day. Finally, before offering your child an after school snack, check to see if they have finished their lunch.

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Happy Days School of Performing Arts students, Jade Silke Featherston, Sinead O'Donovan and Claire Young performing in "From Glee to Broadway."

Calling all Parents of North County Dublin Hokubu Dojo is the only Karate Club in all North County Dublin that teach Authentic Traditional Japanese Karate. We run classes to cater for all age groups, from beginners to advanced, junior to senior. The minimum age is 4 years and there is no maximum. This will give you the opportunity to develop:

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Women's Aid are currently recruiting local volunteers from the North County for its National Freephone Helpline, which is based at

Epilepsy Information Evening In Balbriggan An Epilepsy Information Evening will take place on 2nd October next in Balbriggan Library Turret Room from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. The presentation will be made by Brainwave’s Geraldine Dunne. It will include Information on what epilepsy is, seizure and first aid. This course is being funded by Friends of Autism & ADHD.

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Wilton Place, Dublin 2. Volunteers receive indepth training and join a dedicated team of support workers on the National Domestic Violence Helpline. Women who are over 18, and have a warm manner and are good listeners with fluent English and an interest in women's

issues are required. Volunteers need to commit to training over several weeks, followed by one four hour shift per week for a minimum of two years. Volunteers receive regular support during their time at Women's Aid. Email helpline@womensaid.i e for more information. Applications should be received no later than 5pm, Monday, September 24th.

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Little Sarah Moriarty is escorted to school for the first time at Holywell Educate Together National School by her parents, Ciaran and Jenny Moriarty

North County Parents Urged To Be Vigilant National charity, the Meningitis Trust, is issuing a warning to North County parents, as children start back at school for the autumn/winter months. The end of September sees the start of the peak season for meningitis, so the charity is urging all parents, students and teachers to be vigilant of the signs and symptoms. While children under five are most ‘at risk’ for meningitis, teenagers and students are the second most ‘at risk’ group (aged 15 – 23 years). It is estimated that 10 per cent of the population carry the organism which causes meningitis, but this increases to up to 30 per

cent for teenagers and young people. The risk of meningitis increases during the colder months, as people spend more time indoors, closer to others; meaning germs are spread more easily. Fighting common infections like colds and flu weakens immune systems, leaving them more vulnerable to the disease. The symptoms of meningitis can include fever with cold hands and feet, vomiting, headache, stiff neck, dislike of bright light, joint or muscle pain, pale blotchy skin, drowsiness and confusion. In babies, a dislike of being handled, an unusual cry, rapid

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Third Age Fun Run At Malahide Castle Back by popular demand, the Third Age 5k Run is back at Malahide Castle on Saturday, 22nd September. Registration from 10 am, with the race starting at 11am. This year there are special additional categories, like prizes for teams with three family generations. There’s a special ‘Golden Cone’ award - anyone can be the recipient for doing something memorable on the day. Finally, there are spot prizes too for fancy dress and all families and children are welcome to participate in this! All money raised goes to Senior Helpline, the national phone helpline for older people provided by trained older volunteers. Callers really value talking to someone their own age, and over 10,000 older people phoned last year. So why not join Dr Eva Orsmond from Operation Transformation to run, jog or walk for Senior Help Line, a Third Age programme. Every €10 raised allows a volunteer to spend 20 minutes with another older person who just needs someone to talk to and to listen.

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Pictured is Lisa O’Donnell from Skerries, after graduating at UCD on September 6th last. She graduated from a unique Housing and Community Studies Degree run by Respond! Housing Association. The Bachelor of Social Studies in Housing and Community Studies (BSS) is delivered in partnership between Respond! Housing Association and University College Dublin. It is a four-year, part-time programme designed for mature students, (23 years and above) who wish to return to education. It is the only course of its kind in Ireland.

Pictured at the 24th Annual Naul Horticultural Show are Margaret Curtis, with her exhibit 'Any Old Iron' Carnation and Phormiums in a Contemporary Design. with judge Sunniva Sheil from Malahide.

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The official opening of Balbriggan Fumbally Exchange will take place on Wednesday, September 26th from 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Fumbally Exchange, 10 Railway Street, Balbriggan. This is an opportunity to learn about Fumbally Exchange, which is a not-forprofit organisation designed to foster and house start-ups and restructuring businesses. You can see the work of the current residents and discover how the Fumbally Exchange experience might work for you. There will be guest speakers at the event, including Fumbally Exchange founder George Boyle. Refreshments will be available in the Brick Room café. For further information, contact Dorothy Fletcher Bentley at 087 232 0806

Concern Over Home Help Packages The recent controversy over possible cuts by the HSE to home care packages and home help hours, has sent a shockwave of fear through the local community. Health Minister, James Reilly has decided that the cuts were never going to happen, however many carers may have cause to question this. Many residents rely on this service provided by the HSE and are fearful of any changes to what is

regarded as a life saving service in many cases. North County Leader will examine the effects that cuts would have on people who rely on these services, now or in the future. If you have doubts of fears, we would like to hear from you, whether you are a carer, or a service receiver from the HSE We look forward to hearing your story. Please contact n e w s @ n o r t h countyleader.ie

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As we approach the Winter season, we also come into a time of year that is very popular for those getting married. This makes it an ideal time of year for those of you who are planning a spring wedding. Your wedding is one of the most exciting days of your life which can also be very stressful thanks to every little detail that needs to be organised. Follow some of tips below to ensure you have a wedding to remember and a stress free day.

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approaches. So start looking into booking venues, photographers, flowers, food and having outfits organised as soon as you can.

The Wedding Dress Women will argue that this is the key aspect to get right on the day! As we are in a typically chiller season, the cooler

This area will act as a vibrant hub of activity over the three days where visitors can pick up some valuable tips on bridal and bridesmaid styling, ideas for the all important gift-list and beauty and hair advice from The Wedding Journal Style Team.

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You are free to let your imagination run wild and pick some bright and cheerful colourful or a more elegant colour palette for your bridesmaid and/or guest outfits. One could come up with a unique colour pattern for both the bridesmaids and the

Just like with w e d d i n g favours, there are a number of spring w e d d i n g decorations out there. Try purchasing decorations that are pastel blue, pink or lavender. You could also put seasonal flowers up as centrepieces at the reception tables. When it comes to having a spring themed wedding, you are only limited by your imagination!

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your special day, but just in case this doesn’t happen, It is best to choose a more versatile dress that can suit you in both warm and cold weather. The bride may opt for colour or not, personal pereferance will come into play for this one. There are certainly quite a few unique and stylish designs to choose from. The North County have an array of stunning dresses for you to choose from.

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One Stop Shop You are sure to get everything covered once you attend one and by attending them, you will also be sure to find out what the difference is in prices between the different services on offer. People who are in the business of working at weddings will be sure to be attending most of the fairs, having a stall with their work and information on display. There are lots of competitions too, so you could be one of the lucky ones who wins some sort of prize. Getting married doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank, or getting big loans. By attending wedding fairs you are in a position to see exactly how much things cost and compare services. You are almost guaranteed to get a lot out of going and can find out when they are on and what hotels are having

them. Many people who get married attend wedding fairs in lots of different places and use this as a tool to help them get the best value and venue they can. It also will help you to keep focused on things so you don’t forget to include everything.

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HOROSCOPES AQUARIUS

Jan 20 - Feb 18

Opting out of conflicts won’t be easy. You want to defend others and stand up when circumstances become unfair. However, this is a week when even your most straightforward statements could be misunderstood.

PISCES

Feb 19 - Mar 20

View this week as preparation for the extraordinary opportunities that will come at the month’s close, and you can even feel positive about challenging encounters. Time prepare the mind and body for what is to come.

ARIES

Charity Tractor Run In Naul As part of the Naul Harvest Festival, there will be a Tractor Run on Sunday, September 16th at 11.30pm. The Tractor Run is being held in aid of St. James Cancer Unit, the IRFU Charitable Trust. In previous years, the runs have always been a great success and this year is sure to be no exception. The Heineken Cup will be making an appearance and there will be a raffle on the day also. Prizes for the raffle were kindly donated by local businesses. Tickets, priced at €20 are on sale now around Naul village. It promises to be a great day out and it’s all for a good cause, come come along and join in the fun.

Mar 21 - Apr 20

Since you can’t avoid the minefield of conflicts indicated, you may as well use the opportunity to tackle persistent issues. However, do bear in mind that even ordinary situations could become confused right now.

TAURUS

May 21 - Jun 20

If ever there was a time when addressing issues both swiftly and with uncompromising clarity was vital, it’s during this week. The difficulty, however, is that you’re uncertain about your priorities and past decisions.

Cancer

Jun 21 - Jul 22

Your reaction to the bad behaviour of others depends more on the nature of the damage that they’ve done than how much they’ve upset you. What’s tricky, however, is that you want to be direct but not alienate them.

Leo

Jul 23 - Aug 23

As far as you’re concerned, the faster you settle misunderstandings - the better. However, hastily made arrangements could lead to more misunderstandings - and that is what you don’t want right now.

Virgo

Aug 24 - Sep 22

The more direct you are about both your desires and your concerns, the better. In some cases, you’re concerned that such bluntness would annoy others. However, their reactions make it clear that they take you seriously.

Libra

Sep 23 - Oct 22

The most important thing for you to keep in mind during this week is that most of what’s involved is nothing more than opinion. If you start to justify yourself to other you could lose your perspective. Stick to your views.

Oct 23 - Nov 22

Tackle all unexpected twists that will arise this week one by one, and you soon reduce them to manageable tasks. Better yet, conquering them banishes worries that have been both persistent and worrying.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 - Dec 21

Patience has never been your strength, but developments force you to either slow down or turn things over to others. While initially annoying, you will become wholeheartedly involved - and delight with the results.

Capricorn

Have A Plan Making a plan before you start is a wise move. Start by writing all the things you would like to do in the home and then prioritise them. If this means starting with the cheapest improvements then that is the way to go. A fresh look to your windows can be created by adding new blinds or having your current ones reversed. The window is one of the main focuses in a room and by having it looking good it can give a different look and feel to any room. Flooring can be ready to change this time of the year after the bad weather we have had. Replacing floors is a job that can really give a huge new look to a room or hallway.

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