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14th June 2011 • Volume 18, Issue 16 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • ISDN 8139966 • Tel: 8•400•200

Oldtown’s Newest Arrival Causes A Stir W

hen little Amelia Cairnduff was born in Oldtown last week, she had no idea of the fuss she was creating. The reason for this is that Amelia was born, not in a hospital, but at home to her very proud parents, Pauline and Erick.

By Patrick Finnegan What makes this birth so unusual is that it is the first home birth in Oldtown in the past 21 years.

However, it was not a planned home birth as Pauline explained to the County Leader. “My

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mother, Marian travelled from South Africa to support me during the birth. Last Friday week, 3rd June, I felt a bad pain but thought nothing of it, particularly since the births of my two boys were slow and long drawn out. I woke at 3.30 in the morning and the birth process had begun. The pain did not go away, so an ambulance was called. My mum was a great support to me at this

Pictured is Oldtown resident, Pauline Cairnduff with her beautiful new baby daughter, Amelia, with from left, her partner, Erick, her mother Marian and children, Nathan and Connor.

time,” said Pauline. Two ambulance men arrived at the house and knew immediately that Pauline was too close to giving birth to move her. They brought her to her bedroom and delivered little Amelia almost immediately. She was born at 5.19am, weighing a healthy 8lb

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In the last edition of the County Leader, we reported on the distressing theft of equipment from Balbriggan Tidy Towns equipment hut. However, this week, the Tidy Towns team were overwhelmed by the generosity of the students of Balbriggan Community College who donated €475 from the proceeds of their annual school show. The students performed a version of the popular Television show, X-Factor and collected the dona-

6ozs. Pauline had nothing but praise for the two ambulance men, who came from Lissenhall in Swords. “They were so calm and didn’t panic and they brought me to Holles Street after the birth. Pauline’s partner, Erick was told by some local residents that a birth in the

village was very rare and, after some enquiries, it is believed that the last home birth was 21 years ago. Pauline’s entire family of Erick and their two other children, Nathan and Connor, as well as mother Marian are delighted with their beautiful new addition to the family.

tion from the entrance fee. The school principal told Tidy Towns Chairman, Joe Troy, “the students saw the story in the paper and were very anxious to support this worthy local cause.” Volunteer, Ciaran Wiseman was invited to the school on Thursday, 2nd June to receive a cheque from the students. Ciaran said after the presentation, “We are so proud of these young people. It shows they really care about Balbriggan and their environment, well done to all the students and teachers. We think Balbriggan Community College certainly has the Community X-Factor.”

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Gaeltacht Week In Balbriggan Starting on the 4th of July, Balbriggan Youth Service will be hosting a Gaeltacht styled week, enabling young Balbrigganers to develop their command of conversational Irish. This initiative is in conjunction with Foras na Gaeilge and will enable youngsters to embrace Irish culture - all while having fun. ‘Gaeltacht Sa Bhrigin’ is part of Balbriggan Youth Service’s Summer Programme and is aimed at local young people who would love to sample the ‘Gaeltacht’

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Swords Man Cooks Meal Fit For A Queen By Jennifer McShane Swords chef John Dowd had a night few would forget as he had the honour of cooking for Queen Elizabeth II during her recent visit to Ireland. Speaking to the County Leader, John says cooking for the queen was one of the greatest honours of his career: “It was such an honour to cook for her and she was such a lovely women. Her visit was such a positive thing for the country so I was delighted to be a part of it.” John has had years of experience with cooking and with working for the Burlington and Air Lingus, he says he’s had a few encounters with the stars and other members of the Royal family. “I wasn’t too nervous this time around as I’d cooked for Prince Charles and Princess Diana some years ago. You might say I was used to being around the royals,” he joked. “I remember in particular when I met Paul Newman. He was opening the Barrestown Camps and he was just so lovely. Quiet and a complete gentlemen. It was a pleasure to cook for them all,” he continued. Cooking runs in the family according to John and he tells

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Newly elected Balbriggan Town Cathaoirleach, Grainne Murray at the Bath House

Swords Gets “Empty Promises From Council” Members of the Swords Tidy Town committee are fuming due to the lack of action from the County Council regarding the Swords clean up, particularly around the Swords Park area.

By Jennifer McShane Speaking to the County Leader, Lorraine Sutton from the Swords Community Council says the Tidy Towns committee won’t let the matter go because it’s impor-

Balbriggan Town Cathaoirleach, Grainne Maguire has expressed her concerns about the deteriorating condition of one of Balbriggan’s most historic landmarks. The Bath House, which is situated in an idyllic setting on the town’s North Beach, also known as King’s Strand, has fallen into a state of disrepair over the years. Cllr Maguire told the County Leader, “This is a protected structure and was once used for hot sea baths. They used to bring in the seaweed here many years ago. The Bath House was a particularly fine building in its day, but the rusty, galvanised roof is particularly unsightly and is a safety hazard for teenagers in the area,” she said. Maguire accepted that money is no longer available for projects like this, but was adamant that something needed to be done, and soon. “All I want is for the County Council to protect the structure that’s here until they find the money to renovate it properly. Nearby Bremore Castle is also in need of repair. It is an objective on the Fingal Development Plan to upgrade these buildings,” she said. The Bath House was once a particularly fine building which added greatly to the lovely scenic aspect of North Beach with its fine views. The neglect of such a building is sad and because of its rich history, and protected status, the restoration of this building to its former glory must be treated as a priority. It has the potential to be a great addition to the area and would be a focal point to attract visitors here.

tant for the town and will affect its position in the Tidy Towns competition: “It’s a disgrace. It’s been over three weeks since we brought the matter up with the County Council and so far nothing has been done. It’s been everyone who is helping out with the Tidy Towns that have got work done, not the Council. We get nothing but empty promises from them.” “I just can’t understand why other towns like Skerries and Malahide get a preference over us,” Lorraine continued. “If there was ever a time to do anything about it, its now especially with the Tidy Towns judging looming. And if we let the matter go, the same thing will just go on the next time so we will keep persevering with the issue.”

The One That Nearly Got Away A rather strange thing happened at the last Gormanston & District Anglers competition at the Wavin Lake in Balrothery recently. The fly fishing competition on Dublin’s largest all year trout fishery produced an unusual fish called “The Doctor Fish”. This would not usually be deemed as strange except that in the 70’s when Gormanston and District Anglers took over the fishery, they decided that the

reservoir was better suited as purely a rainbow trout fishery (this would allow anglers the opportunity to fish 12 months of the year). The Central Fisheries were called in and they removed all other species of fish from the waters. It seems this unusual species of tench or ‘Doctor Fish’ (the Tench is called the doctor fish, because it used to be used as a treatment for skin diseases such as psoriasis) was the

is especially unusual. Perhaps he has been hanging one who got away as around with the it’s pictured here trout for too long!. with Martin Browne This doctor fish was

Pictured is Martin Browne from Gormanston and District Anglers Club with the tench which he caught on the fly at Wavin Lake, Balrothery.

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returned safe and sound by Martin, so that it could continue its rounds.

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An adult pottery evening will takes place at Artworks Cafe in Portmarnock on Thursday 16th June between 6 and 10 pm. There is no cover charge- just pay for what you paint or try your hand at the potter’s wheel. There will be a complimentary glass of wine and refreshments and you are welcome to bring your own bottle. Also, as part of their Facebook promotion, they are offering a €25 voucher for the first person in the door on Thursday 16th from 6pm. All you need to do is show you are a fan.

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North County Beaches Awarded Blue Flags Portrane and Portmarnock residents will be delighted to learn that their very own local beaches has been awarded the Blue Flag by

By Kieran Dunne an International jury of inspectors. The beaches was awarded with the flags following the meeting of

certain criteria which includes environmental awareness, safety and quality. They are the only two beaches to have been

Local Rotary Players Excel At Home Of Golf Famed St. Andrew Old Course in Scotland was the venue for a notable win for members of the local Dublin Fingal Rotary Club. The team, which was part of an all-Ireland golf team of nine, won through two Stableford rounds on Monday and Tuesday last. They capitalised on their previous day’s 11 point lead over nearest rival, England, to claim another victory in the 53rd year of this international competition, organised by the Rotary Club of St Andrews. The Ireland team was captained by Rotary Fingal member, Brian Fitzsimons.

Playing off a handicap of 12, he had four very impressive rounds of 45, 43, 39 and 38 and claimed best aggregate

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McInerney, Paul Kunkels, and Tom Ewing. At the closing dinner, Brian was presented with the overall winner’s trophy and the team trophy.

Environment, Community and Local Government and on behalf of the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), aims to promote good environmental awareness and behaviour among tourists, local authorities and residents. During the summer

months, inspectors will see that the outlined criteria are met on a regular basis at the beaches, with the local authorities being notified if a problem needs fixing. There is also a National Heritage Area to the north of Portrane beach, a site which is of great local importance.

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Emma Keogh held her 21st birthday party in The Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords. She is pictured here with her mother, Michelle Keogh. EMcQ

Pictured enjoying a 21st birthday bash in The Lord Mayor's, Swords are Richie Walsh, Ciara Burke, Adam Kerr, Richie Mooney, Robbie O'Sullivan, Lee Anne Dunne, Erica Green, Niall Walsh and Maria Fagan. EMcQ

Peter Redmond celebrated his 30th birthday with his friends and family in the Harp Bar in Swords recently. Pictured L-R are his friends, Kevin Lynn and David Cleary, Peter and his girlfriend Amy Collins, his Mam Marie Redmond, JR friend Niall Ormsby and brother Anthony Redmond.

May Behan (front, middle) is pictured at her 80th birthday party in the Carnegie Court Hotel in Swords with her family. Back row L-R, her daughter Louise Coghlan, son Derek Behan, daughter Angela Hamilton, daughter-in-law Adrienne Behan, son Raymond Behan, daughter Noeleen Mehan, son-in-law Keith Hamilton, son-in-law Davy Mehan, husband Patrick Behan, daughter-in-law Madeline Behan, Front Row, daughter Linda Behan and son Brian Behan. May and her family originally lived in the inner city, but when her son Derek moved to Swords, the family decided to follow him. May herself moved to Swords five years ago. JR

Ann-Marie McDonagh celebrated her 40th birthday party in The Harp Lounge, Swords. Pictured are Ian McDonagh, Ann-Marie McDonagh, Sonia Boylan, Jessica McDonagh, Chris McDonagh and Ciara McDonagh. EMcQ

Helping Muireann McElligot to celebrate her 30th birthday party in The Old Boro, Swords are Damien Raffery, Ruth O'Connor, Paul Curran, birthday girl Muireann McElligot, Ray Walsh, Ross Bellew and Aileen Murtagh. EMcQ

Paul Gibbons (centre) is leaving to work in Holland. Wishing him Bon Voyage in The Old Boro, Swords are Keith Byrne and Rebecca Carroll. EMcQ

Una O'Rourke (centre) held her 50th birthday party in the Old Schoolhouse, Swords recently. She is pictured here with her daughters, Niamh and Eadaoin O'Rourke. EMcQ

Pictured enjoying Keith Murray's 21st Birthday in the Milestone, Balbriggan, are L-R Dean Murray, Gemma Murray, Keith Murray, Michael Murray and Amanda Murray. LMcC

Sinead McAuley and Emer Mooney are pictured celebrating Emer's 30th birthday LMcC in the Milestone in Balbriggan.

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The Portmarnock Penguins end of season gala took place on Monday, May 30th, in the Portmarnock Sports & Leisure Centre. With great community spirit the brand new six foot penguin mascot led the swimmers out on to the bank for the big competition. The youngest members of the team, some only four years old, swam an exhibition 25m of the pool. All the swimmers competed in many events and were keenly observed by their proud families, friends and local c o m m u n i t y supporters. In one The Portmarnock Penguins Girls C Squad wearing their winning medals and new particularly exciting club wear. L-R: Aoife Kinsella, Phoebe Reynolds, Paula Von Tschisolwitz, Victoria Sherwood and Sarah Cipriani.

New Water Task Force To Be Created A new task force is to be set up by County Mayor, Cllr Ken Farrell to deal with the increasing water shortages across the North County. This came about after he tabled a motion under the Mayor’s business at Monday’s meeting at the Council, calling on County Manager, David O’Connor to set up an emergency task force. The Manager has agreed to the motion and he will head up the task force,

which will also include the Council’s Director of Water Services, the Director of Transportation, Finance personnel and other relevant Senior Engineers in the Water Service area. The task force will also include Mayor Farrell This is a bold effort by the Mayor to address the serious, continuous and growing problems of water supply and distribution. Much of these prob-

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lems are caused by an inadequate and failing pipe network and constantly malfunctioning machinery and equipment, resulting in serious water outages of long duration all over the County, particularly in Naul, Rolestown and Kinsealy. Mayor Farrell told the County Leader that he expects action to be taken to solve this problem. “I’m hoping there can be significant resources directed in

this area, in order to ensure that the present rate of 10 kilometres of new piping per year can be extended to 20 kilometres and even higher. This will ensure that we can break the back of this continuous problem as soon as possible,” he said. He also spoke of widening the search for water in the North County. “I hope it is the function of this task force to ensure other areas of securing supplies can be identified. We have a major problem and we need to look at the River

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Mermaid Championships For Skerries The Mermaid Leinster Championships will take place at the Sailing Club in Skerries on the 18th and 19th of June. This annual boat race, which will see around 12 boats competing for the title will feature participants from all around the North County as well as Skerries and promises to be great fun for all involved. Some of the competitors will be racing boats they’ve had for years, but all newbies are encouraged to participate as well. The competition is open to anyone from 18 years old and the winner will be presented with a trophy. The event promises to be a day out with a difference.

SNIPPET Great Success Of Daffodil Day Once again, the generous people of the North County have come through. The Irish Cancer Society would like to thank everyone who contributed to and organised their recent Daffodil Day in the Malahide/Portmarnock /Donabate area. A grand total of €32,241.22 was raised which is greatly appreciated by all and will be a great help to the society. Shannon as a supply source. We don’t have enough water in our reservoirs, particularly during warm, dry spells of weather.

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Rolestown Parish Pilgrimages Rolestown Parish is organising the following pilgrimages this year: Lourdes, August 16th-23rd. The cost is â&#x201A;Ź769. Lough Derg, September 3rd. The cost is â&#x201A;Ź60. Booking for these trips must be made at Parochial House. For more information contact Rolestown Parish on 8401514.

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olin White, Balbriggan resident and team manager of Transplant Team Ireland, shows me around the fantastic family facility built in 2001 by the Irish Kidney Association in the grounds of Beaumont Hospital. He is staff member of the Irish Kidney Association and describes the centre as ‘taking pressure off families at a difficult time.’ According to Colin they have three broad categories of visitors. “The families of patients who have been called for transplant (which we love), the families of patients who may have to travel a long way for an early morning consultation. We ease a bit of pressure and also a place where people can stay if they have a family member who has been admitted to the hospital due to illness.” While the centre's garden is an oasis, the kitchen is the heart of the facility where Colin describes families making long lasting friendships that begin at a very emotional time for all involved. He is excited about managing the Transplant Team for Ireland's upcoming participation in the World Transplant Games in Goteberg, Sweden from 17th -24th June. While it's a huge undertaking for him personally, it's one that sits lightly because it's wonderful to be responsible for ensuring 50 plus people have an amazing week in Sweden. “While the athletes are driven, one of their primary goals is to raise public awareness about the need for organ donation,” says Colin. He says the Games provide ‘competitive opportunities right across the age spectrum.’ This year's team has athletes ranging in age from 9 - 71 and Colin knows the older athletes give a sense to the younger transplant recipients and their families that they have a future. He describes sitting among the athletes of the Transplant Team and thinking ‘every single person here is alive because of the generosity of someone else. Every organ donation leading to transplantation doesn't just keep someone alive, it gives them a life.’ Returning from the World Transplant Games in Thailand in 2007, President Mary McAleese invited the team and their supporters to Aras an Uachtarain to congratulate them on their achievements. Instead of focusing on their record medal haul, the President praised the lift the team had given to those recently diagnosed with organ failure and to donor families who'd made a life saving decision at a difficult time. This year, the travelling party includes 33 athletes and 21 supporters. During a recent motivational talk given to the athletes by Tyrone manager, Mickey Harte, he urged team members to strive to achieve their personal best in their chosen events and thereby strengthen team morale, honour their donors and represent Ireland on the world stage. Colin's personal connection with the Irish Kidney Association goes back many years. Having been very ill for some time, Colin's Zambian wife Chikoyo was finally diagnosed in 2001 in Zimbabwe, where they lived at the time, with end stage kidney disease requiring immediate dialysis. A kidney specialist urged

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affected by renal failure. Since that time, much has been achieved in terms of medical advancement, support for patients and their families and a greater awareness of the importance of organ donation. Colin has played a vital part in this progress through his role with the Irish Kidney Association and especially as team manager of Transplant Team Ireland. We wish the team lots of luck on their forthcoming trip to the World Transplant Games in Sweden. To receive your organ donor card, Free Text DONOR to 50050 or phone lo-call 1890 543639. Alternatively, you can now also download a free 'Organ Donor Ecard' app for your smart-phone or visit them on Facebook.

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Malahide Brownies Meeting There will be a meeting for Girl Guides and Brownies - Cygnets - 5-7 yrs, Brigins (Brownies) 7-11 yrs, Girl Guides 10-14 yrs and Rangers 14 and over in Pope John Paul school in Malahide on Thursdays at 5.15pm. The meeting is for all groups. For more information please contact Brid at bridkeely@hotmail.com. Pictured are staff members from McInerney Saunders in Swords as they get ready to depart for the Mini-Marathon on Bank Holiday Monday last. L-R, Fiona Callaghan, Lisa Stout, Penny Morrison, Susan McKittrick, Chloe Twyford, Ann-Marie Coughlan, Sarah O’Laoi, Agata Miros, Fiona Seaver, Susan Cullen, Maria Levins, Pic: JR Ruth Brereton, Laura Levins, Ann Levins, Mary Levins, Leona Cummins.

Two very happy junior North County cricket players, Oran and Oisin McDonald are pictured with John "Boy" Mooney when he visited his home club recently. Oran received John's official Cricket Ireland kit bag from the Indian World Cup (with all its tags still intact), while Oisin received a signed pair of John's Cricket Ireland bottoms that he wore during the World Cup. Mannix Smith celebrated his 90th birthday in the Swords Manor Inn recently. Born in Rahard, Oldcastle, Co.Meath, and living in Malahide for the past 50 years, he was one of fourteen children and a twin! Mannix had a varied career, starting first as a car mechanic. During the war years when jobs were scarce he travelled to Enniskillen, working as a lorry and bus driver. In the 50s he then entered the clothing industry with his brothers Charlie and Jim. Through tenacity, hard work and a strong faith they became one of Ireland’s leading clothing manufacturers. He now lives in Malahide and his love for golf and GAA were represented on his beautiful handmade birthday cake. Mannix celebrated his birthday with his wife, Kathleen, six children, 15 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and family friends. Mannix is pictured here with his wife Kathleen by his side and his daughters Rena Boar, Edel Smith, Angela Eaton and Olive Shannon, his son Mannix Smith and daughter Paula Ryan. Pic: JR

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for the children to play while the teams play cricket.” The club had a bouncy castle hired for the day to entertain the young ones while the matches went on. The event was run in association with Kerala House. The club expressed their great gratitude to the County Council, who they said have been very supportive, for providing them with their new home ground. The interest in cricket in Ireland has increased greatly since the Irish team beat England in the 2011 World Cup. Swords Cricket Club have started a mass petition for Ireland to be included in test

now did not have their own home grounds. The club organised a mini league between 12 teams who played each other on the day. Sibu Jose, the club treasurer, explained that cricket is very popular in India. “It is similar to hurling or gaelic football for Irish emigrants. The sport provides a Members of Swords Cricket team look on in admiration as Mayor fantastic oppor- Ken Farrell shows how its done by batting the first ball at the Pic: JR tunity for club's first home game at Newbridge House recently. Indians living in Dublin and the rest of ratings, which they currently cannot Ireland to meet up as a family and as a participate in, despite being 10th in the community and integrate with each other. International Cricket Council (ICC) Newbridge Demesne is perfect for this ratings. County Mayor, Ken Farrell offikind of occasion, he said. cially declared the Swords Cricket Club Sibu went on to explain, “it is intended as home ground open by making the a family fun day and there is a playground first batting.

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Sean McGuire, Rhiannon Bradley and Aoife Griffan are all handcuffed together at the 'Remember Us' World Record attempt for the most people handcuffed together.

ClĂona Flood, Sarah Ryan, Donal Boyle, Niamh Ryan and Cian Casey are pictured at the 'Remember Us' World Record attempt for the most people handcuffed together at the Balbriggan Summerfest.

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Balbriggan cricket legend, John Mooney is pictured here with his nephews, Josh Ericson and John Devele. John was the guest of honour and officially opened the Balbriggan Summerfest.

The Balbriggan Summerfest 2011 had something for everyone of all ages and was a great success. The festival lasted a week, from 28th May to 5th June. The Parade was a spectacular event, showcasing all the local clubs, groups and businesses in the town. It was followed by the official Opening Ceremony by celebrity guest, Irish cricket hero and local man, John Mooney.

Lewis Caffrey and Adam Stenson from Man O'War GAA club pictured at the Balbriggan Summerfest celebrations.

Catherine Dibbs, Ciara Gavin, Fiona Tuite and Casey McGee are pictured handcuffed together at the 'Remember Us' World Record attempt at the Balbriggan Summerfest.

Cathaoirleach Frank Snowe is pictured at the 'Remember Us' World Record attempt for the most people handcuffed, together with Roisin Kristea, Ciara McKeogh, Sarah Danielle Stenston and Niamh Elworthy at the Balbriggan Summerfest. Tricia Clarke and Mary O'Reilly pictured enjoying the Balbriggan Summerfest.

Aisling McGowan, Shannon Clarke, Shannon McGowan, Sophie Grant, Kerry Ann Grant and Damien Grant all had great fun at the Summerfest.

Idan Shalnov watches the Balbriggan Summerfest Parade pass by. Members of the Balbriggan African Community pictured having fun at the Summerfest.

Keith McLoughlin is pictured here with Leon Cullen-McLoughlin on his shoulders at the Balbriggan Summerfest.

Eoin Morriessy, Jesse Cunningham, Wayne Stewart, Rob Thunder and Dylan Lawrence are pictured on Balbriggan beach at the Summerfest.

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Celina Clarke and Kirsty Ryan are pictured receiving their balloon models from Mr.Balloonatic.

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Unique Art Exhibition In Malahide Library A new art exhibition went on display as part of the Bealtaine Festival in Malahide Library recently. The festival celebrates creativity of all ages. The art on exhibit was painted by the residents of Talbot Lodge Nursing Home in Kinsealy. Talbot Lodge has been offering an art class for their residents for the last ten years, run by art teacher Sheila McShane. Last year,

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this class was taken over by Liz Collins, who now teaches the residents for two hours a week. There has been a great response from the residents in Talbot Lodge, who said they greatly enjoy the class every week. The exhibition in Malahide featured 19 paintings from 12 different artists, and was created by residents ranging between 75 to 100 years of age, which shows it’s never too late to pick up a brush and start learning! This is the third year the exhibition has been held in Malahide Library.

SNIPPET Swords Senior Citizens AGM The AGM of Swords Senior Citizens Club will take place in the Senior Citizens Centre on Chapel Lane on Monday June 27th at 8pm. All members and i n t e n d i n g members (who must be over the age of 55 years old) are welcome to attend. Phone 8407589 for more information.

A fundraiser in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital was held in Cruzzos in Malahide recently. Pictured at the event are, from left, Sarah Dolan, Ella Convery, Nicole Pic: PMcG Spain, Rebecca Bolger and Cliona Ryan.

Craft Fair At Ardgillan Castle On Sunday 19th June, from 11am to 5pm, Ardgillan Castle will host a Craft Fair showcasing the finest artwork and produce from a select

group of arts and crafts workers resident in the North County. The Crafts Council of Ireland have designated 2011 as ‘Year of Craft’ and this year marks the 40th anniversary of the Crafts Council of Ireland. This is

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Well known musician, Damien Dempsy will pay a special concert at the CityNorth Hotel on the 24th of June. Damien and his live band will take to the stage for what is set to be a fantastic night of music. His live shows have become legendary and this show is set to be no different. Damien’s powerful lyrics and brilliant tunes will ensure concert goers are in for a real musical treat. And as if that wasn’t enough, Jerry Fish, one of Ireland’s greatest live performers, will be starring as special guest on the night with his Naked Fish show.

Balbriggan native and Rose of Tralee contestant, Aoibhe Devlin recently organised a charity fashion show in Skerries Rugby Club. The night was a great success with 19 local models from all over the North County taking to the catwalk. Some of the local shops were very supportive of the show. Ollie Grimes and Meghan Mc Auley presented the event with the brilliant Grainne Kelly performing on the night also. Picturebooth.ie was there to capture all the fun with DJ Ruairi Finnegan keeping everyone entertained. “I would like to thank everyone who helped out on the night, came to the show and made the night a great success,” said a delighted Aoibhe. Pictured are models, Annmarie Judge, Sadhbh Carron, organiser Aoibhe Devlin, Niamh Crawford, Keva McAuley, Lauren Owens, Siofra Mc Namee and Emma Gaffney.

Pictured are members of the ET2LL committee and their children who are campaigning to have an Educate Together Secondary School in Lusk. Adults included are, John McKenna, Dr Kasey Treadwell-Shine, Conor Walker, Rioch Farrelly, Anne Casey, Siobhan Farrell and Sinead Cooke. Children are Ethan and Amelia Shine, Sam Walker, Han and Euan McKenna, Lily and Ruby Farrell, Lily Cooke-Culleton, Niamh McGee, and Keelin Shepard.

Skerries Club Seeks New Players Skerries Town Football Club are now at the end of another successful season and would like to say well done to all their players and coaches for their commitment and passion shown over that season. Behind any successful club, parents and sponsors are a key part. The club’s parents have supported the team through good and bad weather and supplied their transport needs for all away matches. They also wish to acknowledge their sponsors, some of whom have supported them over a number of years have again been fantastic.

Overall it has been a very good season for the club. It’s that time of the year again when they start to think about next season. They will be holding assessments for teams this month and as always new players are very welcome to come along and join in. Children who may not have played football before, but would like to get involved in a team, boys or girls, are all welcome. Schoolboy/girl Assessments trials for 2011/12 teams will take place at the Clubhouse, Park Lane, Skerries up until Thursday, 16th June. For players born 2000 - 2003, assessment will take place on Wednesday 15th June from 6.45 - 8.45pm. Players born 1996 - 1999 meet on Thursday 16th June from 6.45 8.45pm and for players born in 1995, please contact Reg @ 087 2558816 or Ian @ 086 0481785

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Music Extravaganza In Balrothery On June 27th, an amazing new youth music festival called “Nitrogen” will hit Balrothery. The event is a fundraiser to send a group from Balbriggan Youth Service to work in an orphanage in Zambia as part of the Foróige Alan Kerins project. Word is spreading fast about the all-day event at The Ring Commons Sports Centre, Bog of The Ring in Balrothery and it promises to be the unmissable festival of the summer. This is a music festival dreamt up by young people for young people! “Nitrogen” will feature 12 exciting young bands, some from Balbriggan and others from far and wide and will be headlined by

national heroes The Flaws and very special guests. The youth committee of Balbriggan Youth Service were crowned regional champions at the Foroige Citizenship awards recently for the ‘Nitrogen project. The prestigious event was a wonderful showcase of the brightest and cleverest community-minded young people Dublin has to offer. The day will start at 12 noon and run until 9pm and will offer young people a day of exceptional entertainment, food and fun. Tickets are available for 13 to 21 year olds and are on sale from Balbriggan Youth Service at €15. All money raised goes towards Zambia. This is an alcohol and drug free event super-

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SNIPPET Players Needed Balbriggan’s newest football club is looking for members. Hamlet Lane Celtic FC are looking for adult players from the surrounding areas. Players of all skill levels, fitness or from all cultures are very welcome to join this exciting new club. Call at 085-1770673.

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Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport celebrated its 5th birthday with a party at the hotel last Thursday, 9th June. Pictured at the celebrations are staff members L-R, Dee Whelan, Revenue Manager, Declan Meagher, Hotel Manager and Eimear Connolly, Area Sales Manager.

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PLANNING APPLICATIONS Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought to replace existing garage with habitable room to the side and to reinstate window to the rear of "Port a Chee", Piercetown, Skerries for Eddie Davis 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 Permission is sought by John Donnelly & Sons Ltd. for four-bay steel frame poly-tunnel 32m x 70m with clear removable polythene covering for horticultural purposes and associated site works in townland of Nutstown at Iona Fruit Farm, Oldtown, Co. Dublin. The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am –15.30pm Monday to Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning, on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council We Leo & Anita Finlay request planning permission for a single-storey extension and all associated site works to the north facing side of 4 Torcaill Court, Blackwood Lane, Portmarnock, 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, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9:30am - 15:30pm Monday - Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee withing the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought by Dr E & M Shanahan for Partial Change of Use to residential property to accommodate 'Doctor in Residence' surgery, construction of 12.6 M/sq surgery extension to rear of existing property & construction of 20.7 M/sq Lobby/Access corridor. Provision of No./5 client parking spaces & No./2 Resident Parking Spaces. Installation of associated signage at Cnoc Beag, Rahillon, Donabate, 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 Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought to retain existing house, entrance arrangement and ancillary works granted planning permission under Reg. Ref: F10A/0020 and to alter site layout to suit enlarged percolation area at Westown, Naul for Dermot 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 is sought to construct a two storey house with secondary treatment plant utilising previously granted entrance and ancillary works at Westown, Naul 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 I, Frances Kavanagh, intend to apply for permission for a development at No. 42 Oak Hall, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the conversion of existing attic space into storage facilities to include 7 no. velux windows, 4 no. velux windows to the front and 3 no. velux windows to the rear, to

include all 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 Yvonne McGee seeks planning permission for a dwelling with on site waste water treatment unit and percolation area and with access from existing farm access lane serving existing site and farm lands onto public road , on site to the rear of the existing family home ,the Commons ,Lusk ,co.Dublin the planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the planning authority Fingal county council, Fingal County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co Dublin during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee(€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of this application . Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Carroll Estates Ltd., for alterations to the site layout of previously granted planning permission, Reg. Ref. F06A/0945, at a residential development at “Sea Brook”, site fronting Brook Lane, Rush, Co. Dublin. Alterations will consist of extending the curtilage of house numbers 2 to 16 inclusive to incorporate the on street car parking, associated with each house, within the curtilage of each house. Alterations will also include all associated site development 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 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 (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Kathleen and John Kelly are seeking planning permission for the following:- (i) the construction of a detached three bedroom single storey dwelling with solar panels on the roof, (ii) a waste water treatment system and percolation area, (iii) a rainwater harvesting system and percolation area, (iv) and, associated landscaping, site development works. Access will be via the existing vehicular entrance, all at Hollywood, Ballyboughal, 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 (€20 euro) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of this application. Fingal County Council I, Tomas Kirrane intends to apply for planning permission for development at 78, Seapark, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The proposed development will consist of the construction of an extension at first floor over the existing garage including the conversion of the existing garage with associated site development 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 the Planning Authority during its public opening hours of 09.30 – 15.30 Monday - Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (20 Euros) within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by T. & C. Kelly for the construction of a two storey dwelling of 587m2 floor area on a site of 3.9 hectares bounded to the north west by the R122 at Grallagh, Garristown, Co. Dublin. The proposed development will also include: 1. Detached two storey Garage consisting of Office, Gym, Games Room & Plant Room with total floor area of 177m2. 2. Farm yard complex consisting of Stables 220m2; Farm Office 68.7m2; Machinery Store 264m2; Cattle Shed 499m2. 3. Proprietary waste water treatment plant and percolation area.

North County Leader 14th June 2011 4. Attenuation pond. 5. Walled garden, paddocks and general landscaping. 6. upgrade existing farm access to vehicular access and access road. 7. All associated site development 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 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 (20 Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council I William McGraine intend to apply for planning permission for development at this site address: 93 Dublin Road, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development consists of the change of use of part of the existing laundry to a café, a new fire escape door on the south elevation and 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 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 Planning permission is sought for construction of new dwelling house, waste water treatment system, percolation area, and associated site works at Spout Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. signed Paul Kelly 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. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for construction of new single storey extension to rear of existing dwelling,internal alterations to dwelling and associated site works at Rivendell, South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. signed Patrick Magee 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. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for a 1 1/2 storey detached dormer bungalow b. Detached double garage c. Waste water treatment system d. All associated site works, on site at Wimbletown, Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin for Mr. Darren Bently. The planning application may be inspected or purchased for a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during its public opening hours of the Planning Authority. 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 (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for retention of existing crèche Montessori facility as granted

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