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Double Hit For Residents Of Managed Estates The new controversial Household Tax of €100, will not, it seems, bring any respite to residents who already pay management fees for the upkeep of their estates, even when the proposed full property tax is in place. The County Leader sought clarification from the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, resulting from a number of queries from people who already pay maintenance fees to private management companies. Many residents asked whether the local authority, who are the beneficiaries of this new tax, will now take over the maintenance of these estates. These residents are already paying hefty management fees, and feel that this equates to paying on the double. In an effort to throw some light on the subject, the County Leader contacted a spokesperson for the Department and was informed in no uncertain terms that “all must pay and that the local authorities will not assume the role of estate maintenance and that they will not be operating within the gates of estates managed by private companies.” Private management companies came into existence during the height of the Celtic Tiger, when money and extra fees were not an issue. Unfortunately, many houses built during this period are now deep in negative equity, and many regard these fees as excessive and unwelcome. When the situation facing these newer estates is compared with that of longer established estates, the inequality becomes apparent. Residents of older estates do not pay management companies to cut grass, repair street lighting, pick litter or sweep streets. This is done for them by the local authority and is covered by the new household charge. The real question is, why pay for grass cutting and other services, which are normally provided by the local authority, to both the council and the management companies, when, in fact, only one will be providing the service.? The County Leader paid a visit to Chapel Farm in Lusk, a housing estate where management fees were in operation until recently when the company folded. Residents, Brenda McColgan and Cathy Burkquest confirmed that residents now have to cut the grass and clear all of the litter them-

By Patrick Finnegan selves. “We pick up the litter in our estate, and have nowhere to put it, except in our own private bins. Where do we put our own rubbish?. It costs €8 per bin tag. It’s dear enough without having to incur this extra cost. It just isn’t fair. We have to chip in and pay for lawnmowers etc. This happens all around the estate,” said Brenda. The sight and sound of the local authority cutting grass and sweeping the streets of neighbouring estates is particularly galling for residents of managed estates. “We feel that the household charge will never benefit us,” said an exasperated Brenda. Both residents also confirmed that since the management firm closed down, the playground has remained closed, and the children are forced to play on the road. They feel that their plight will not be improved, despite having paid over their household charges or the full property tax. The department spokesperson rejected the notion that the local authority will replace maintenance companies, and that the status quo would prevail. He said, “Revenues from the household charge will support the provision of local services throughout local councils’ operational areas. These local services are administered by the council and financed by local service charges. Local authorities are responsible for, among other services, fire and emergency services, maintenance and cleaning of streets, street lighting, planning and development services, public parks, libraries, open spaces and leisure facilities, etc. These are essential local services which benefit all members of the public, including business.” Meanwhile, local TD and anti-household charge activist, Clare Daly was furious when she told the County Leader, “it is a real scam that management companies were set up. They provide a minimum service for residents, with only grass cutting carried out in most cases. Residents are being forced to pay, not on the double, but on the treble. They have already paid for a development levy in the price of their houses. Then there’s the management fee and now, the household charge. It’s money for nothing,” she said.

Pictured at the Open Day for Fumbally Exchange at Railway Street in Balbriggan last Thursday, 29th March are landlord, Gerry Andrews, Fumbally Exchange founder, George Boyle, Cathaoirleach of Balbriggan Town Council, Grainne Maguire, President of Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce, Kevin Tolan and facilitator, Sean Corrigan. See report on page 4

Jonathan Butler, Daniel Boyle, Amy Ryan Harmon and Emer Green from St. Oliver Plunketts, Malahide are pictured at the Fingal Student Enterprise awards.

Band of Brothers. Dublin GAA stars, Bernard and Alan Brogan are pictured at the launch of the Dublin GAA Easter Egg at JC's in Swords recently. They are pictured with Michael, Robert and Niall Savage of JC's. See story on page 8

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‘Stormy Stan’ was meeting and greeting children at the gates of Rush National School as they held a non-uniform day in aid of Skerries RNLI. Every child paid one euro each for the non-uniform day which normally means raising a minimum of €800 by the school, according to Principal, Mairead Dobinson. “Parents here are very generous, I have to say. The money will go to

the RNLI so hopefully it’ll help even a little bit,” she said. Stormy Stan visited the school on Friday, 30th March to commemorate the loss of David Gilsenan and Ronan Browne off the coast of Skerries on the same day last year. “David’s two children are here, so we wanted to remember the two men we lost and their families, and the need to support the RNLI.” The principal hopes the nonuniform day fundraiser will remind the community of the support that was offered to the families of David and Ronan last year. “It was amazing how the communities came together and the support the families got was really wonderful,” she concluded.

Nearly 1,000 stressed young office workers and students joined a mass pillow fight in China. They were handed pillows at the door and wrote on them the names of their bosses, teachers, exam subjects or whatever was stressing them out. It was the fifth time the annual event has been held in Shanghai and it’s now so popular that there are plans to stage it in other cities.

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Glowing Recognition For Malahide Skipper

Former skipper of Malahide Friday Scout Group, Brian Cobbe, is pictured with his wife, Edel Murray, with the antique architectural drafting set they were presented with.

Over 100 scouts, leaders and parents attended a celebration honouring the former skipper of the Malahide Friday Scout Troop, Brian Cobbe recently. The occasion was to formally thank, and pay tribute to Brian for his unparalleled dedication and unceasing commitment during his sixteen years as a Leader. Brian’s journey in Malahide scouting started at the young age of eleven. His thirst for adventure and his leadership skills swiftly elevated him through the ranks to Senior Watch Leader, a Leader and eventually Skipper. The main reason for his

success was the huge variety of activities that Brian sought to offer his scouts. From boating to rock-climbing, mountain biking to snorkelling, there was simply something for everyone. Over his years in Scouting, Brian has obtained an impressive list of achievements and awards. He received the Lyons Club Youth Award for Fingal, the Medal of Merit, the Chief Scout’s Commendation, and is the youngest recipient, to date in Malahide, of the Silver Merit award, which was presented to him by the Chief Scout for his work on behalf of Scouting in Ireland. Presentations and speeches on the night were made by both the scouts and parents in recognition of Brian’s, and his wife Edel’s selfless and inspirational work on behalf of the young people of Malahide.

Great Success For Portmarnock Karate Club A group of students from Portmarnock Kenpo Karate club recently attended the Irish Kenpo Karate Union National Championships and fared really well. First up was the Boys Orange Belt category. Ben Lally, Dimitri Pavlyuk and Kyle Murphy performed excellent katas in what was a closely run section. Ben Lally took 1st place, giving

him the National title. Dimitri got 2nd place in the category with a really strong performance, while Kyle Murphy was incredibly unlucky to narrowly miss out on a medal placing. In the Girls Orange Belt kata, Ruby Lally, Ben’s twin sister and Alannah Kennedy represented the club. The girls gave a really good account of themselves. Ruby retained

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Fumbally Exchange - A Gem In Balbriggan's Crown An Open Day for Fumbally Exchange took place on Thursday last, 29th March at it’s centre in Railway Street in Balbriggan. This new not-for-profit innovation hub, is creating quite a stir in the town. See report on page 4

her IKKU National title by taking gold again with a really strong kata. Alannah was also in fine form securing the silver. Elliot Manks took the bronze medal in the boys purple to blue belt kata section. Aodhan Smyth was last up for the juniors. He came up against really tough competition and just missed out on a medal. In the senior event, Eoin O’Dwyer took the bronze medal in his category. Club Instructors, David

Duffy and Stephanie O’Connell placed 2nd and 3rd in the Black Belt section. Speaking to the County Leader, Stephanie said that “all the instructors were really pleased with how their students competed at the event. Portmarnock has a proud history of success at the IKKU National Championships but most importantly we want our students to enjoy the event and perform to the best of their ability.” The club is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

A Fun Run For Balbriggan Group The Balbriggan Cancer Support Group held a charity run on St. Patrick’s Day to raise much needed funds for the cause. Despite the bad weather, over 200 people came along to support the group. Both women and men were welcome to participate in the 10k run as long as they wore either blue or pink. All proceeds from the day go towards the centre. The feedback on the day exceeded the group’s expectations. Speaking to the County Leader, the group said: “On behalf of Balbriggan Cancer Support Group we would like to thank everyone involved in our fun run. We were overwhelmed with the

By Roxanna Neag turnout and would like to say a special thank you to all the

Balbriggan community have shown continuous support and commitment to the centre and we are

is a community driven and volunteer based organisation that was established in May 2010 by a group of

Pictured here after completing the 10k run for the Balbriggan Cancer Support Group are L-R: Cora Nelis, Laura Quinlan, Kieran Peters, Grainne Casey and Carol Reilly.

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local men and women concerned with the lack of cancer support within the area.

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Malahide Students Excel At Fashion Final It was a full house at the Crowne Plaza, Blanchardstown recently for the Eastern Regional Final of the ERP Junk Kouture Recycled Fashion Competition. Read about the great success of Malahide students in the competition on Page 14

Eagle eyed reader of North County Leader, Bernard Kenealy spotted this family of ducks trying to catch a bus on Swords Main Street to a wetter climate during the recent sunny spell.

Autism Group Launched In Swords A new Autism Support Group for the North County area recently has been formed. Snowflakes was founded in January and is offering support to parents, siblings and children with autism around the North County. Its aim is to organise events and provide local support to families affected by autism. The group will hold various meetings in the coming weeks. Further information is available by e-mailing info@ snowflakes.ie

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An Open Day for Fumbally Exchange took place on Thursday last, 29th March at it’s centre in Railway Street in Balbriggan. This new not-for-profit innovation hub, is creating quite a stir in the town and is regarded by many as one of the most exciting projects ever in Balbriggan. It offers low-cost, low-risk business incubation and is set to breath new life into the town and Railway Street, in particular. Fumbally Exchange is a community of small businesses, sole traders and start-ups, whose aim is to cultivate an atmosphere for creative and regenerative growth. For as little as €50 per week, entrepreneurs, creative professionals and start-ups can rent a fullyserviced desk in shared office space in a convivial, cooperative environment. Founder and recipient of the Arthur Guinness Fund Social Entrepreneur 2011, George Boyle was particularly excited about the project. She told the County Leader, “I’m very honoured to be here. What started as a tentative notion is now a phenomenal reality. I’m thrilled to see such strong investment and positive vibes in a town with such potential as Balbriggan. Everything this town does is positive,” she said. She also thanked the people who helped her. “We gathered some inspirational people along the way and we received great support.” She had particular praise for Sean Corrigan for facilitating the initiative and also had kind words for landlord, Gerry Andrews, whom she called her “enlightened landlord.” These sentiments were echoed by guests, Cathaoirleach of the Town Council, Grainne Maguire who thanked George Boyle for her enthusiasm and energy in bringing this project to Balbriggan. President of Balbriggan Chamber, Kevin Tolan, said it was a delight to see Railway Street being used as a destination for work and not just a journey to the train station.” A definite air of positivity was evident at this Open Day and the arrival of Fumbally Exchange is rightly regarded as a vital, further step in the resurgence of Balbriggan, as a desirable place to set up business.

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Pictured at Jenny Stanford's birthday party at the Slaughtered Lamb in Swords are Jenny Stanford, Vikki Doyle and Ann-Marie Gubbins.

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Sarah Foy (on right) celebrated her 23rd birthday at Wrights in Malahide. She is pictured here with Aileen Dignam, Caroline Elliott and Michelle Dignam.

Davina Murray held her birthday party in Duffys, Malahide recently. Pictured are Davina Murray, Clare Kirby and Beverley Carrick.

It was Alan Byrne's 19th birthday and he celebrated in style at the Old School House in Swords. Pictured are Greg Riordan, Jane Butterly, Amy-Leigh Cluskey, Alan Byrne and Jody Lyons.

Carl Dunne held his 21st birthday party in the Harp in Swords recently. Pictured at the party are Paula Roche, Tina Roche, Carl Dunne, Aimee Broughall, Emma Green and Stephanie Dignam.

Marcia O'Connor is leaving to go to Oz and she held a party in the Cock Tavern in Swords. Pictured are Yvonne Devitt, Marcia O'Connor, Grainne Maguire and Genevieve Curran.

Rebecca Wallace and Georgina Roome celebrated their birthdays at the Slaughtered Lamb in Swords recently. Celebrating a couple's anniversary in Wrights in Malahide are Gillian and Eamon Moore, with Louise and Finian Nally.

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In practically all cities and towns in the country, there are hidden gems which remain undetected by many people in the locality. One such example is M R Taylor’s Pub and Restaurant in Swords. Known locally as the Star, it is situated on the corner of Chapel Lane and Main Street and is one of the best known landmarks in the thriving town. It is well known as a public house, but the real surprise awaits you inside. Up to now, it was not readily identifiable as a top class hostelry, but it is steadily gaining a reputation as a provider of the finest food and beverages, at the most competitive prices in Swords, or the wider North County area for that matter. Head chef and business partners, Ciaran Flanagan and Rory Reilly have an excellent working relationship, which is clearly reflected in the excellent food they produce. They have the franchise for the past nine years and have worked tirelessly to heighten the profile of this fine establishment, to where it is today. “We have, by far, the finest carvery in the entire North County and our full meal, priced at a very competitive €10.95 is very hard to finish, such is the size of our portions. We have a choice of 7 to 9 dishes daily, providing choice and value for our customers. Our half sized portions are also proving to be very popular. Our senior citizen customers can avail of a special deal for just €6, which is described as a large meal on a small plate,” says Ciaran. Ciaran and Rory are very proud of their support for local growers and their insistence that only the freshest local produce is used in the restaurant. “Our meat is supplied by Gahan’s Butchers. We’re with them for many years now and we find them excellent to deal with. They provide us with only the finest meat you will find anywhere. You just won’t beat the Star’s Roast Beef or Corned Beef.” Ciaran went on to speak about the changing bar culture over the past 5 or 6 years. “All licenced premises are feeling the pinch, but we have to adapt and move forward. “We have an incredible a la carte menu from 3pm right up to 9pm every day, except Sundays and bank holidays. You can choose a two course meal for

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€14.95, or a three course meal for €17.95, including the finest beef, lamb, chicken, fish and locally grown vegetables. James Nugent from Ballyboughal supplies us with our fresh vegetables, which guarantees that whatever is picked in the morning, will be consumed almost immediately. We insist on this level of service for our valued customers. Similarly, our fresh chicken is reared locally and our fish is sourced from Morgan’s in Omeath on Carlingford Lough, a mere hour and a half away,” said Ciaran. “Sunday lunch is a particular speciality in the Star and is becoming increas-

ingly popular, as happy customers spread the good news about us.” He also spoke about the changing trend in eating out. “People are now looking for value for money and are getting tired of paying up to €10 for a starter in their search for fine dining. After paying out a fortune, they still feel hungry. The public are now returning to comfort eating, including good, wholesome, delicious home cooking. We at the Star provide all the requirements in this regard.” “We have always put the customer first and value for money is of paramount importance.

Anyone who knows us will appreciate our commitment to providing the finest food at the keenest prices anywhere. It’s the least we can do for our valued customers,” Ciaran said. Another innovative approach adopted by Ciaran and Rory is an Outdoor Catering service. If you have a special family or group occasion or celebration, Ciaran or

Rory will go to your home and provide the catering for you. This takes the leg work and stress out of that special occasion and is proving very popular indeed. “We’re out the door with this one, such is its popularity.” Of course, the Star is not just about providing the finest food in the area, they also have a function room upstairs, which is available every night except Saturdays. It comes complete with its own bar facilities and DJ and a bar extension is available on Fridays. It is proving to be very popular for birthday parties. In the lounge downstairs, a band plays on Saturday nights and on Sundays, there’s a

ballad session at 7pm. “It’s a great venue to hold a party. If you came in for a wedding anniversary, for example, we can block off an area and you can avail of free music and bar extension in the lounge,” said Ciaran. He also stressed that you could pay as little as €500 for a party of 100 people, including music, finger food, late licence and a DJ. The Star has always been renowned for it’s friendly staff, with a warm ambience and atmosphere. There is a very low rate of staff turnover, with many staff members working here have been here for many

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years, including Josie Power from River Valley, who has been employed here for the past 20 years. “This reflects a good, caring management team and an environment where staff are

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CORRECTION Malahide Yacht Club recently unveiled its newly redeveloped Dinghy Sailing Centre at the Broadmeadows, with the official opening ceremony performed by County Mayor, Cllr Gerry McGuire. The event was covered by the County Leader, but our report mentioned, in error, that lottery funding was used to help with the project. This statement should have read,“ The project, which took 6 months to complete, was funded by club savings, a bank loan and ongoing members’ fund-raising initiatives, and without any grants, lottery funding etc. The County Leader acknowledges this inaccuracy and is happy to make this correction.

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Irish Men’s Group (I.M.G) was set up by Swords man, Andrew O’Loughlin, as a result of a personal experience. Men don’t talk enough about what’s going on for them on a day to day basis. O’Loughlin spoke about some chilling facts about the silence of men. “Last year, 558 people took their own lives, 80 per cent of whom were men. This figure looks to be even higher this year. We have set up Irish Men’s Group to help change these statistics. If you look at most forms of help out there in Ireland, it is for people who

have hit their bottom in life. I.M.G. group was set up to help men talk before they hit their extreme low or bottom in life. I.M.G. group is a safe place for men who are enduring personal or social challenge. It is a place for men to receive and give support to one another. I.M.G. can support men through family or relationship problems, going through a separation, having trouble with finances, employment, health or numerous other personal problems, or simply just want to talk. For

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more information visit their website www.irishmensgroup.ie or contact 087 255 9643 O’Loughlin is very concerned about the figures related to men and suicide. “If we can help reduce these statistics, we are doing extremely good for this country. There are several women groups out there of this kind, but no male groups set up this way. “IMG provides a safe place to talk where confidentiality is our highest priority. There is a maximum of 12 men in each group. This is the only men’s group in Ireland of its kind. It will help men from all walks of life.”

Chamber of Commerce President, Padraic Kierans and his wife Jean. Comedian priest Alan Shortt gave a hilarious rendition of Michael D Higgins and Bertie Ahern whilst also playing Fr. Feeley. Guests were treated to canapé and cava reception on arrival and the graceful sounds of Ann Tuite, harpist. The red carpet was rolled out for

The D Hotel Drogheda hosted their first ever mock wedding on Friday 23rd March. Over 100 guests attended the hotel’s ‘Wedding Taster with a Twist’, a mock wedding event set up to allow guests experience a wedding at the hotel for themselves. The bride and groom (Mr and Mrs Ball and Chain) were played by Tara Egan Langley and Aidan Crowe. They played an unfortunate couple in love, with Mr. Chain’s wandering eye a cause of much heartache at the reception. Local Drogheda residents, Jordana Black played the part of the bridesmaid and Daren Monks was the Pictured here at the recent 'Mock Wedding' at the D hotel in Drogheda are the Bride and groomsman. Drogheda Groom, Tara Egan Langley and Aidan Crowe with Comedian priest Alan Shortt. Mayor, Kevin Callan the arrival of the golden couple who turned up and his fiancée Ruth, were a rather young in style in a Rolls Royce Phantom. After greeting mother and father of the groom, while the their guests the wedding party sat down to a bride’s parents were played by Drogheda five course gourmet meal.

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New Chamber Council Elected Following the recent AGM of Fingal Dublin Chamber, a new Chamber Council was elected for the next year. There were 30 nominations for the enlarged Chamber council which follows on the Fingal Dublin Chamber and the D15 Chamber coming together to form a stronger and more representative Chamber for the Fingal region. Chamber president, Siobhan Moore paid tribute to the board members for their work and dedication over the past year and thanked those who have agreed to continue as council members. She welcomed

the new members who together with the outgoing members of the Chamber Council will be part of a new re-structured body to govern the Chamber. CEO, Tony Lambert said, “What really inspires me most is the unrelenting passion and energy of the people involved at every level - it’s amazing what we achieve by putting our collective expertise and energy together. For me, this sense of community and co-operation is what makes the Fingal Dublin Chamber stand out. It is the voice of the business community and we will play our part in creating and promoting a business climate where businesses can grow and prosper in the region.”

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Pictured are the newly elected members of Fingal Dublin Chamber. Missing from the photo are: Siobhan Kinsella, John Connolly, Assumpa Harvey, Stephen Malone, Bernadette O’Connell, Andrew O’Neill and Sean Sandford.

There will be a fun table quiz in the Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre on April 13th at 8.30pm, in aid of the Niall Mellon Township Trust. Mother and daughter team Teresa Ennis

and Caitriona Steele are holding the quiz to raise funds for the trust. It’s €10 per head and all numbers will be catered for. There’s a cash first prize as well as spot prizes and a raffle to wrap the night up. All are welcome to come along for what is to be a funfilled evening and all proceeds go towards a good cause.

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Balbriggan Branch of Cómhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann weekly Tin whistle classes take place on Wednesdays from 7pm - 8.30pm with Set Dancing classes on from 8.30 - 10pm in Glebe North FC Clubhouse in Balbriggan. Everyone is welcome to come and learn.

If you are a graduate of the class of 1987, or if you know anyone that is, Loreto Secondary School, are organising a reunion on Saturday 16th of June 2012 in the Bracken Court Hotel, Balbriggan at 8 pm. It is sure to be a great night of fun and reminiscence.

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finally Conducted’ by Bebhinn Sheridan, Caitriona McGovern and Aine Duffy all from Malahide Community School. Speaking to the County Leader, ERP Junk Kouture coordinator. Elizabeth O’Donnell said: “The creativity and ingenuity of all participating students is truly remarkable and it was a very difficult decision for the judges. I would encourage those who were not successful not to be disheartened and

It was a full house at the Crowne Plaza, Blanchardstown recently for the Eastern Regional Final of the ERP Junk Kouture Recycled Fashion Competition. The contest saw North County students dazzle in an array of Junk Kouture. It is the second year of the event, which challenges second level students to rework trash and other recycled materials in to remarkable high-end couture fashion. Three teams of North County students from Malahide were among the 20 selected to g o Pictured here are Malahide Community School Students at the recent Junk Kouture through to the Grand Recycled Fashion Competition with the County Mayor Cllr. Gerry McGuire. Final which will take place at City West on the 20th April. They hope that they participate again next year.” are: ‘Paperpillon’ by Tanyanat Tipprasert, The qualifying students will now go through Sinead O’Rourke and Joy Butdeekham from, to the Grand Final which will take place at ‘Miss NewWireLand’ by Hannah Bowles, and City West Hotel on the 20th April.

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Easter Egg Hunt In Balbriggan The Senior Committee of the Foróige managed Balbriggan Youth Service invites the children of Balbriggan to take part in their Easter Egg Hunt. Eggs will be hidden in the windows of participating local shops and businesses along Drogheda Street until Sunday, April 8th. The task is to find the eggs, note down the corresponding number next to the correct business name on an entry form and return to Spar (Drogheda St.) or the Youth Service (Mill St.) by the closing date (Saturday, April 7th at 6pm). Entry forms are €2 and are available from the Youth Service (look for the red graffiti door in the court yard by the Wise Owl bookstore) or from

Spar (Drogheda St.). A draw will be held April 10th of all the correct entries. The winner will receive an Easter hamper.

We have been blessed recently with some gorgeous summer like weather and what better way to start the season with a new summer wardrobe. Whatever the weather may bring, things are looking bright for your wardrobe with great summer fashion from the Kilkenny store, home to Irelands largest collection of Irish designers. Stocking fashion in its Nassau St, Kilkenny boasts ranges from top Irish and international labels.Summer is the best time to have fun with bold colours! The new Fee G collection is great for adding a colour pop to your wardrobe.

McAllister Volkswagen Airside launched their latest model, the Volkswagen Up at the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords recently. The occasion was marked with an impromptu concert by Voice of Ireland contestant and Swords man, Alan Fitzsimons. Pictured at the launch are David Kinna, Alex McAllister (both from McAllister Volkswagen) and Alan Fitzsimons.

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Vivienne Marry - Swords Bright and bubbly Vivienne Marry from Swords is next up as a contender for this year’s Dublin Rose of Tralee. The 19 year old is more than excited to be involved in the Rose selection and sits down to tell us a bit more about herself. After living in the UK for some t i m e , Vivienne just recently moved to Swords where she is thor-

oughly enjoying the hustle and bustle of the busy town and is enjoying the city life back in Dublin. “I’m a city girl at heart,” she says. ‘Celia’s Holistic Therapy Service’, a Reiki Master and Course Facilitator will be sponsoring Vivienne. Ceila offers services of Reiki / Angelic / ITE and Quantum Touch readings and also teaches courses of all levels of reiki/ crystals and positive life change. She also leads a free support group for people with muscular and IBS conditions. The company is based is

based in Dublin, Duboyne and Limerick. After attending secondary school in Kells, Vivienne went to college in Sligo, attending Sligo Institute of Technology where she focused on the Performing Arts. “I’ve been on stage since I was two,” she told the County Leader. “I’ve always been singing and dancing and I

even led the choir for a while when I was in school. We got to sing on RTE, which was a big achievement for us at the time!” The Rose hopeful does an array of performance activities including Jazz and Tap dancing and regularly appears in Pantomimes. “At the moment it’s just a hobby but I would like to take it further. I love kids so I’d love to possibly teach in the future.” Singing and performing

most definitely runs in the Marry family. Vivienne’s mother Rachel is a singer and musician and Vivienne’s grandfather was in a band called the ‘Voodoos’, a very popular group in the sixties. “It’s definitely in the blood. A particular high point for me was when myself and a friend were chosen to represent Sligo in the I.T’s Got Talent contest.’ We wrote and sang our own song and donated all the money we raised from it to Haiti, it was really a fantastic experience.” Vivienne is involved in a lot of charity work and in particular wants to give a

mention to ‘Casey and Kayley’s Dream’ appeal. “It’s a charity of great interest to me and I’m hoping to create plenty of awareness for them throughout the Rose process.” At the moment, Vivienne is currently taking a year out from her studies and working for a promotions company (amongst other things) while she figures out what her next move will be. “I decided I really just needed a year to myself so I could focus on what I really want to do. I love travelling and meeting new people so I thought the Rose of

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Tralee would be the ideal thing to take part in.” Vivienne says that she would feel truly honoured if she were chosen to be the Dublin Rose: “Just to know that I could possibly represent Dublin in the competition would be a huge honour for me. It’s really a fantastic competition to be a part of because it’s all about your personality.” “My motto in life is definitely to live for the moment as you never know what tomorrow will bring,” she says. “I never mind taking a few risks, I wouldn’t have entered the competition otherwise!”

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North County Living by Aine Hannah

aving a garden may not be a big deal to many of us; however if your garden is nothing special, maybe it’s time to think again. There are so many advantages to having a garden. Not only is it a place to get away form the hustle and bustle of the house if you have a busy home, but it can be somewhere to relax. Big or small, turning your garden into an oasis doesn’t have to be a big deal.

Circle Of Friends In Rush This week, North County Living turned to the lovely England, Northern Ireland and Holland, there’s no ladies of Rush to hear of one of the town’s lesser- shortage of interesting suggestions for topics and known cultural gems, the Book Club. Lesser known, styles. There could be political thriller set in historbecause for now, it doesn’t permeate so many ical times written in today’s language, or something layers as the Musical Society or the Dramatic more challenging such as a romantic thriller written Society, or any of the other well-established art in 19th century language. based societies in the town and hinterland that have A book a month is a fast-paced schedule for anyone reading for pleasure, but they don’t stand on ceregrown organically along with the population. Aileen Kelly, current organiser extraordinaire of this mony, so if that month’s book doesn’t grab your book club explains: “It was set up in 2006 in what fancy, a good review from the others could was then the Arts Centre and now is home to the persuade you to add it to your holiday reads. “But library. It’s grown from the three original members usually we find that we actually like reading the to a group of about 20, and a couple of the original book that we mightn’t have chosen ourselves,” she people are still active members. Vera Tyrell was very says. instrumental in the early days of the club and “Generally we order the reading choice from the nurtured it from when she set it up in the Arts libraries,” Aileen responds when asked how they Centre. When the centre closed for refurbishment to track down multiple copies of the same book, and become the Rush library, she was very hospitable in in Rush especially, going to the library is an ampliholding the meetings in her home. “Now, we meet fied pleasure as it’s such a beautiful building. As monthly in one of the local pubs to discuss the book they’ve become a close-knit group over the past six we’ve chosen and each session lasts about an hour years they’ve become a dab hand at finding treaand a half. We're sort of 'on tour' till we find a venue sure troves of second-hand bookshops too for copies they can pass around within the timeframe. that suits us," Aileen adds with a smile. Partly because it’s such a young and informal group, “As yet, the e-books haven’t made their mark with the Rush book club retains much of the spontaneity the members of our reading club,” she adds, when of a fan club and, to join, you simply have to love asked about downloading titles onto a high-tech holiday accessory. books and sharing your opinion “They’re a mixed bunch of bookof them. “They’re a mixed worms”, she says, ranging from This particular book club has grown into a Circle of Friends bunch of bookworms, retired people who can head off a trip at the drop of a hat, to that even Maeve Binchy would ranging from retired on busy working mums who’ve only be proud of, as some meet on an people who can head got the hour or so every month to ad hoc basis between meetings on top of the organised trips, to off on a trip at the drop dedicate to meeting up to discuss the current book. Every so often related events that enthuse the of a hat, to busy they’ll enjoy other forms of a members. Reflecting such a group of working mums who’ve favourite writer’s work by going on outings to the theatre together diverse personalities, the range covered in the choice of books is only got the hour or so or inviting an author to give a talk to them. equally broad. Aileen explains, every month.” “Hugh Ryan from Skerries has “The genre can be anything from Crime to Travel to Biography or Historical,” adding given a talk to the group on his 20-year career as a that the titles are simply nominated by the club novelist,” she says of the former teacher who has members. In the past few months they’ve discussed written five novels of historical romance, the latest such themes as Emile Zola’s ‘Therese Raquin’, ‘The of which is ‘Under the Shadow of the Umbu Tree’ Swan Thieves’ by Elizabeth Kostova and for (published by Chaos Press). February it was Irish writer, Claire Keegan's novella "For that evening we hooked up with two of the ‘Foster’ that brought them back to a format of Skerries book clubs - one meets in the Bus Bar and contemporary literary fiction other than epic tales. the other at Skerries Mill, so it was a very successful March's chosen book was Emma Donoghue's and well-attended evening.” Other outings in the past have included Strictly acclaimed best-seller ‘Room’. They distribute a synopsis of the story among them- Come Dancing, plays at the Abbey and they also selves for those who didn’t make it to the discus- usually have a Christmas gathering, which this year sion, including a brief explanation of the overall was at the Bombay Bistro in Rush. feeling of the group – as in, why they gave it a They're particularly looking forward to the end of this month (March) when they'll visit the Pavillions thumbs up or a panning. “We only publicise it locally and that is, in the main, Theatre in Dun Laoghaire for a talk by Barry Norman. how the group has grown in numbers, word of Although they're avid fans devoted to reading, none mouth,” she says. “None of us knew each other so far have caught the writing bug. “No,” smiles before joining the club, apart from those who joined Aileen, “none of us is in a writers’ club, I know a couple of the girls did attend a writers’ course years together or by invitation of the women already in it.” Mostly, the women live in Rush itself and as current ago, but for now the book club’s enough to be regulars also include members from France, getting on with.” Name: Location: Newsworthiness:

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Last Weeks published deaths from the North County CLIFFORD (nee O’Flanagan) (Swords) – Elizabeth (Lily), beloved wife of the late Michael (Mikey-Joe, formerly of Caherdaniel); sadly missed by her loving children Pauline (Mulligan), Michael, Raymond, Vivienne (Kettle), Irene (McGraw), Karen (Rock) and Robert, sons-inlaw, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, relatives and friends. JORDAN (Rolestown, Swords) – Paul; beloved husband of Mary and loving father of Karin, Andrew, Elaine and Sandra; sadly missed by his family, son-in-law Gerard, grand-children, brother, sisters, uncle, brothersin-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. O’KEEFFE (nee McNulty) (Drynam, Swords and formerly of Ballyboughal) – Carmel; deeply regretted by her loving husband Fergus, mother Peggy, father Joe, brother Martin, sisters Caroline, Una and Sandra, father-inlaw, mother-in-law, brothers-in-law, sistersin-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. HAND (Balcarrick, Donabate) – Seamus; husband of the late Róisin and father of Alison, Emmet and Louise-Ann; deeply regretted by his loving family, brother Jolla, sister Colette, brotherin-law, sisters-in-law, grandson Aaron, relatives and friends. LALLY (Balbriggan and formerly The Mayfly Inn, Ballinafad, Co. Sligo) – Dermot: deeply regretted by his wife Karen, loving children Jake, Ellie and Grace, mother Maureen, sisters, brothers,

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Pictured here during the St Patrick's Day parade in Swords are Ann, Amy, Anthony, Sophie and Sarah Brennan.

Stephen, Naomi, Claire and Caoimhe Kelly are pictured at the St Patrick's Day festivities in Lusk.

Carmel and Jessica Hughes, taking a breather at the Balbriggan parade.

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of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by JC Savage Supermarket Ltd for the replacement of existing 5.175m sign with a new 7.6m internally illuminated pole sign and for all ancillary engineering works necessary to facilitate the development to denote the Rathbeale Shopping Centre, Rathbeale Road, Swords, Co. Dublin in accordance with Local Objective No. 287 of the Fingal Development Plan ‘to encourage the enhancement of Rathbeale Local Centre’. 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 (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for retention of single storey mobile home and associated site works to rear of No. 4 Killalane, Skerries, Co. Dublin For Sharon Caffrey. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for two storey detached domestic double garage /workshop on site to rear of existing dormer bungalow on South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin for Alan Archer. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Fingal County Council Ronan Moloney and Patricia Kita Moloney wish to apply for planning permission for an entrance and access road to the existing dormer bungalow at Evans Lodge, Killossery, Swords, Co.Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee, not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority (in Swords) 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 I Ms. Caroline Gouldsbury intend to apply for Planning Permission At Sea Road, Malahide Co. Dublin. For change of use of Community Hall to Seasonal Montessori for twenty children (number 20) Opening Hours 9-00 am to 12-30pm. This application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St. Swords Co. Dublin during the public opening hours 9-30am 15-30pm Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Richard White seeks planning permission for a two storey dwelling, vehicular entrance, biocycle treatment system, landscaping and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development at Balheary, Swords, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin during its public opening hours (9.30am4.30pm Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is requested for a new two-storey dwellinghouse along with all associated siteworks including part-demolition of existing outbuildings and new vehicular entrance at ,Dublin Road, Lusk, Co. Dublin, Signed:- Denise McDonnell. This 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 Street, 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 in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of ¤20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council.

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