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26th June 2012 • Volume 19, Issue 21 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • ISDN 8139966 • Tel: 8•400•200

People Power Wins Out! Kennedy Sniffs Opportunity The decision of the Constituency Commission to reunite Swords, Rolestown, St Margaret’s and Portmarnock back to their former base has been widely welcomed and is set to change the political landscape in the North County. It is also a clear indication of the influential effect that people power has on decisions at both national and local level. The new constituency will be a five seater and will be named Dublin Fingal. Of course the name Dublin Fingal is not new. It was first proposed by the late John Boland, the former local Fine Gael TD and Minister in 1980. The changes have really energised local politicians and none more so than former Fianna Fail TD and one time poll topper, Michael Kennedy. He, along with Cllr Darragh Butler (FF) have been a very visible force in fighting for the reunification of the constituency. An upbeat Kennedy now sees a return to Dail Eireann as a distinct possibility. He told the County Leader, “I was out and

By Patrick Finnegan about in Swords last Thursday and I was heartened by the number of people who stopped me and said they were looking forward to seeing me back as a Dail deputy. I’m really looking forward to seeking the votes of the residents of Dublin Fingal at the next general election. I was very honoured to be a TD in the last Dail and I am excited by the prospect of representing the constituency in the next Dail. In welcoming the change, he said he felt very strongly about the removal of areas like River Valley in particular, where he always polled well, also Knocksedan, Rolestown and his home town of Portmarnock, as instrumental in the loss of his Dail seat at the last general election. Of the 533 submissions received by the Commission, the largest number received on any one issue related to Swords. In all of these submissions, it was suggested

that Swords and its environs should be in one constituency. Cllr Darragh Butler told the County Leader, “I am delighted that common sense has prevailed and that the ludicrous decision made by the previous Constituency Commission to split Swords has been reversed. I would also like to thank Sandra White who took our petition door to door along the Brackenstown Road and Park Avenue - they could not vote in the school directly across the road from them and instead had to get in their cars and drive to River Valley. Portmarnock based Labour councillor, Peter Coyle also welcomed the return of Portmarnock to the fold and said, “Portmarnock was lost in Dublin North East. I’m considering my future and will review my situation. I like local politics and am happy at local level,” he said. His party colleague, Deputy Brendan Ryan (LAB), has wholeheartedly welcomed the reunification of Swords within a new ‘Dublin Fingal’ constituency. The new Dublin

Councillor Darragh Butler and Michael Kennedy are very pleased about the Constituency Commission's changes.

Fingal constituency certainly makes more sense than the ludicrous change by the previous Constituency Commission.” Alan Farrell (FG) said, “I am pleased that the Commission has taken account the submissions of hundreds of residents, whose wishes were to have the constituency reunited.” Fianna Fáil Senator, Darragh O’Brien said, “I very much welcome the Report. I welcome the fact that Portmarnock, Balgriffin and neighbouring areas will also be returned to Dublin North. I would like to

commend the hundreds of people, in particular those in the Swords area, who made submissions to the Commission to reunite Swords and to seek for Portmarnock and surrounding areas to be returned to the one constituency.” The next general election is one that is certain to breathe oxygen into the campaigns of prospective candidates and it looks odds on that the changes will generate a freshness and excitement among our new electorate, with an uncertain outcome at the end of it.

Recognition For Former Cathaoirligh Well Received A presentation of medals of recognition for Cathaoirligh and County Mayors took place in County Hall, Swords on Friday last. This novel idea was the brainchild of County Mayor, Cllr Gerry McGuire, who wanted to recognise the contribution of these people. He made the presentations, in what was his last official duty as Mayor. He told the County Leader, “Having served as Mayor for the past year, I have come to know the sacrifices that are involved. The role of a councillor is very demanding and that of a mayor, so much more. It involves giving up weekends, hobbies, family and in many cases, having an understanding wife. The presentation of medals is a practice in other local authority areas and I thought it would be an appropriate thing to remember people who played such an important role in fashioning our community,” he said.

McGuire praised the recipients as wonderful ambassadors for the county, who sometimes assume the role of diplomats when greeting foreign dignitaries to the area. Between them, they have in excess of 300 years of service,” he said. The medals are round silver ones and have the Fingal crest with the names and years of office on them. The event was very well attended and was greeted with universal praise by all concerned. Ciaran Byrne told the County Leader, “Being Mayor is a great honour and often times is the pinnacle of a person’s career in politics. It’s fitting that it should be commemorated in such a way,” he said. The first Cathaoirleach was Sean Ryan in 1994 who spoke about the” rigours of having to travel to O’Connell Street to conduct the business of the region.” He praised subsequent Cathaoirligh and Mayors for their

great and selfless work. Cathal Boland and Joan Maher are the only members to hold the office of Cathaoirleach on two separate occasions. The role of County Mayor was established in 2006-2007 and the first person to hold this office was Joe Corr. All in all, this initiative was very well received and gave the holders of these offices an opportunity to meet each other and to have a social evening where, no doubt, many old stories and events were resurrected and old political rivalries were sidelined, as pleasant memories were revived. Pictured at the presentation of commemorative medals to former Cathaoirligh and County Mayors at County Hall, Swords last Friday are, Ned Ryan, Alan Farrell, Sean Ryan, County Mayor Gerry McGuire, Susie Manson (who represented her late grandfather, Cyril Gallagher), Ciaran Byrne, Joan Maher, Peter Coyle, Joe Corr, Michael Kennedy, Cathal Boland and Tom Kelleher.

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Malahide sailors, Scott Flanigan and David Burrows, will continue a long line of Olympic involvement for Malahide Yacht Club, when they compete in the upcoming Olympic Games. Nineteen year old Scott will compete in the International 470 Class at this year’s Games. Crewing for Ger Owens from Dun Laoghaire, he qualified through a series of events overseas. He will be one of the youngest competitors at the Olympic Regatta in Weymouth in August, when he will be part of the biggest ever Irish Sailing team. Also at Weymouth, David Burrows

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New Innovation Hub Opens In Balbriggan Fumbally Exchange Balbriggan, a new notfor-profit innovation hub, opened it’s doors for the first time on 18th June last. This new exciting innovation, which is set to be a tremendous boost for Balbriggan, is issuing an invitation to all entrepreneurs, startups, sole traders and creative professionals it’s time to join the business revolution. It is an initiative of Pictured at the Open Day for Fumbally Exchange at Railway Street in Balbriggan during Balbriggan Enterprise March are Enlightened landlord, Gerry Andrews, Fumbally Exchange founder, George Boyle, Cathaoirleach of Balbriggan Town Council, Grainne Maguire, President of Development Group, a Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce, Kevin Tolan and facilitator, Sean Corrigan. not-for-profit organisation, which supports enterprise and training in members get to network, share knowledge, the community. The initiative has been finan- brainstorm, learn business strategy and work cially supported by Fingal County Enterprise together. Board, Balbriggan Town Council and Balbriggan “Collaboration is key,” said George Boyle, architect and founder of Fumbally Exchange. Chamber of Commerce.” Fumbally Exchange is located at 10 Railway St, The members are individual businesses, but Balbriggan and offers low-cost, low-risk busi- when they come together, they can take on ness incubation. For €50 per week, entrepre- bigger projects than they could do alone. We neurs, creative professionals and start-ups can were determined to prove that by working rent a fully-serviced desk in shared office space together and supporting each other, we could fight the negative effects of recession - one right across from the train station. It’s not just about the desk. More importantly, small business at a time,” said Boyle. Sile and Dora Fitzpatrick recently took part in the Mini Marathon in aid of Lusk Community Unit. Pictured here at the cheque handover are L-R: Back Row: Catherine Walsh (Para Olympian), Noreen McKeon, Dora Fitzpatrick (Fund raiser) and Mary Carney. Front Row: Molly Murray, Sheila Fitzpatrick and Eileen McCabe.

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Swords Girl Takes Home Double Gold Twelve year old Swords schoolgirl, Rebecca Power is surely destined for a glittering career in sport. She won the Dublin Community Games Under 16 Javelin competition - as a 12 year old.

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Balbriggan School Demands Free Guidance And Counselling The Parents’ Council of Balbriggan Community College are calling on Minister for Education, Ruairi Quinn to guarantee appropriate guidance in their school, with a call to make Guidance and Counselling ‘ex quota’. See story on page 6

Local Communities Entered In National Competition Balscadden and Skerries are to be entered by the County Council into the national Pride of Place competition in recognition of both area’s efforts in improving their environment. See story on page 10

It’s Festival Time In North County The North County is gearing itself up for some very exciting upcoming summer festivals. Both Malahide and Rush have plans to put on festivals that are expected to exceed the excitement of previous years.

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Skerries Ladies Run For Charity Skerries ladies, Sile and Dora Fitzpatrick recently ran in the ladies Mini Marathon. The sisters participated in the run for Lusk Community Unit for the Elderly and raised €1,000 for the unit. This money helps to make the elderly there more at home. It adds a little variety to their lives. Sile’s mum goes there for respite each year and looks forward to meeting old friends again. It is a welcoming place and makes each and every person feel welcome and at home. When the girls visited to present the cheque, they were delighted to meet Molly Murray, a centenarian, actually 101 years old (102 in October) and Eileen McCabe who told them with a smile that she was 31 plus! They also met old friends on staff, Mary Carney the acting Director of Nursing, Catherine Walsh the treasurer of fundraising and entrant in the Paralympics in August. Noreen McKeon, catering officer, who also did the Mini Marathon for Lusk was present too. They would like this opportunity to thank all those who sponsored them in the Balbriggan, Baldungan and Skerries areas.

Malahide Youths Volunteer At Eucharistic Congress Young adults from Malahide Yellow Walls Young Adult Ministry Group, (MYYAM), recently attended the 50th Eucharistic Congress in the RDS. They worked specifically in the youth space with the "Go! Be Church" programme helping facilitate talks by lay and religious groups, prayer services, workshops, music performances etc. aimed to inspire, inform and uplift young adults and ensured that pilgrim needs were met. Malahide Yellow Walls Young Adult Ministry Group seek to provide a platform and support network for local young Catholics (18-35) to get engaged with their faith and for their involvement in the parish to be a much needed voice for the youth. They currently lead the liturgy and music every Sunday at the 5.30pm young adult mass in St. Sylvester's Church, Malahide. They loved getting involved in the congress week and also got to also enjoy the experience in prayer and worship as pilgrims, witnessing this special event in Dublin.

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Susan Scully's birthday party was held at Blue Bar in Skerries recently. Pictured are Andrea and Sharon Scully, Barry Cox and Susan Scully.

Class of '92 Reunion for De La Salle Holy Faith Skerries was held at Ollies in Skerries. Pictured are Natasha McInerney, Olga O' Connor, Audrey Foley and Karen Butler.

Pictured enjoying a girls' night out at the Harp Bar in Swords recently are Rebecca Crompton and Niamh Blount.

Pictured at a friends reunion at Ollies in Skerries recently are Criscel Anoling, Ciara Regan and Leona Savage

Marie Keogh celebrated her 50th at the Harp Bar, Swords recently. Marie (on right) is pictured here with Sean and Jackie Brannigan.

Julie Brophy's 36th birthday was celebrated at the Old School House, Swords recently. Pictured are Andrea Behan, Aideen Colgan, birthday girl Julie Brophy (front pink top), Ines Villalonga and Susanne O'Flaherty.

Karen Lynch's 60th birthday party was held at the Lord Mayor's in Swords. Pictured at the party are Jacqueline Dunham-Lynch, Karen and Heather Lynch, Phillippa Haydon, Julia Walsh, Amanda and Carol Skilton

Angelika Slotwimska celebrated her 30th birthday at the Old Boro, Swords. Pictured at the celebrations are Marcin Kolmajer, Angelika Slotwimska (3rd from left standing), Giuliano Di Murro, Siabela Bugdalska, Greg Motyl, Anna Sokol, Sylvia Wozniak, Marc Bergin and Mark Byrne.

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Chamber Hosts Summer Barbecue Each year, Fingal Dublin Chamber organises a mid-summer garden party on the stunning rooftop terrace of the Wright Venue in Swords. It is always an occasion for members and guests to enjoy a barbecue and refreshments. Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert told the County Leader, “It is an opportunity for local businessmen and women to enjoy the social side of things.” After the barbecue, the members were treated to a special evening in

the Penthouse Casino and Card Club. The president of the Chamber,

Siobhan Moore used the event to launch the Chamber Yearbook. She

also welcomed County Mayor, Cllr Gerry McGuire and Ambassador Phamotse of Lesotho.

Olympics At Skerries School The children of Skerries Educate Together National School finally held their first ever Olympic Games on Monday 18th June last. Previously postponed due to bad weather, students, parents and teachers enjoyed a fun filled day with lots of sunshine.

The day began with the Opening Ceremony, where each child represented a country of their choice by carrying its flag. There were lots of team games and fun challenges from early morning until 2pm. The day was completed by the highly anticipated,

‘Teachers v Students’ football game which was played in very good spirits. The obstacle course, Poc Fada, coconut shy, shoot the hoops, disco dancing, javelin, discus throw, sack races all proved very popular. In full Olympic style, the grounds of the

school were converted into an Olympic Village, where the athletes had time to rest and relax. The organising committee would like to thank parents and staff who made it a memorable day for the students of the school. Educate Together would also like to thank Skerries Harps GAA Club for providing some of the funfair stalls.

Pictured at the Fingal Chamber of Commerce Summer Barbecue at the Wright Venue, Swords are Siobhan Kinsella from Nifast, Tony Lambert (CEO, Fingal Dublin Chamber) and Martina Hilliard from 02 Swords.

Swords Girl Takes Home Double Gold By Patrick Finnegan Twelve year old Swords schoolgirl, Rebecca Power is surely destined for a glittering career in sport. Rebecca, whose primary sporting interest is in skiing, took up the Javelin as a link sport to keep her fit for winter skiing. What is truly amazing is that she won the under 16 Javelin competition at the recent Dublin Community Games and she’s only 12. She entered the under 16 competition only because there was

no under 13 competition. She had already won the Dublin title for athletics clubs earlier, thus making it a golden double for this remarkable Swords girl. Now she’s planning an assault on the All-Ireland Under 13 Javelin title at Tullamore next month. Rebecca trains with Lambay Sports Academy in Donabate and is coached by Gerry Ronan and her dad, Eugene and she trains most days. We have no doubt that she will excel in Tullamore and has a great chance of bringing further silverware to Swords. Rebecca, who is a pupil at St Cronan’s SNS in Swords is already a ski racer and represented Ireland in Italy earlier in the year.

Pupils from Skerries Educate Together National School are pictured prior to their football match against the teachers (in orange vests) as part of their Olympic day.

Welcome Return Of Skerries Raft Race Many residents of Skerries will be familiar with the RNLI Raft Race, which proved to be particularly popular back in the 1990s. It was discontinued as it was deemed to have run it’s course. Well now it’s back and the RNLI fundraising team feel that a piece of nostalgia and a few laughs will be good for

everyone. It’s return is bound to bring back some happy memories for many residents of the town. The launch date is Saturday 18th August at 12 noon at South Strand. Registration for rafts will take place on Friday 3rd August from 7pm to 9pm and on Saturday 4th August from 2pm to 5pm. Please note that all entrants must wear life jackets. Make sure to get down and register and pit your skills against the best, all in a great cause. It certainly sounds like a great day in store.

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Balbriggan School Demands Free Guidance And Counselling The Parents’ Council of Balbriggan Community College, together with Ann Mannion, their Career Guidance/Counsellor are calling on Minister for Education, Ruairi Quinn to guarantee appropriate Guidance in their school. A total of 600 signed postcards were delivered to the Minister’s office in the Dail, with a call to make Guidance and Counselling ‘ex quota’. Representatives of the Parents’ Council, Rose Carter and Jackie Kettle told the County Leader, “The northern part of the county has experienced Increased youth population, increased unemployment, low levels of service provision, with an increasingly diverse population. The key to ensuring that all the communities within this area have equal access to opportunities now and in the future is Education.” “This is now under severe threat following recent changes which have almost gone unnoticed by the public.

What’s another cut? The public have reached saturation point, but alarmingly are in danger of losing the next generation of young people unless this is reversed,” they said. Recent changes in allocation of resources for 2012-2013 have targeted schools which provide a broad, inclusive education. Schools must now find the required hours within their timetable for Guidance provision. Prior to this, Guidance and Counselling was guaranteed for our students as it was “ex quota”. This is a crisis for schools. “This penalises our students by reducing the free Guidance and Counselling service. This service is not a luxury. It is a necessity.” The Parents’ Council call on all parents to contact their elected representatives, both at local and national level, and lobby for your son’s/daughter’s right to appropriate Guidance and Counselling, as is their legal right. Balbriggan Community College students, accompanied by Ann Mannion, Guidance Counsellor and members of the Parent's Council, Rose Carter, Theresa Moore, Paula Casey, Leena O'Byrne and Catriona O'Reilly are pictured with the postcards they sent to Minister Quinn, calling for Guidance and Counselling to be made 'ex quota'

Busy Time For Voluntary Groups In Balbriggan There are lots of events to enjoy in Balbriggan this summer. Meals on Wheels are holding a fundraising Coffee Morning in the Order of Malta Hall on Thursday 28th June, from 11am to 1pm. They have been busy fundraising with a flag day and running the Dublin Mini

Marathon. Both events raised over €2,000 and future events such as a barbeque and a sale of work are in the pipeline. O’ Dwyers GAA club are busy organising ‘Gaelic on the Green’ with the next one happening in Ashfield on Wednesday 27 June from 6 to

Rush Students Win Awards Six students from St Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush were honoured at the Trinity College Access Programme (TAP) Educational Achievement Awards recently. The winning students were Eamonn Mackey for his project on The English Monarchy, Kerrie McMahon for her project on Ireland, Roisin Corr for her project entitled ‘How a Bank Broke a Country,’ Dylan Curley for his project on The 1916 Rising, Laura Healy for her project on the Titanic and Aire Bruzas for her project on New York. Students and parents were invited to a ceremony in Trinity College to receive their awards from the Provost,

7pm. This is in addition to their skills camps every Saturday morning from 11 to 12:30. The event is for kids from four to twelve years of age and is free to attend. O’ Dwyers will also hold three summer camps. The first is for football from 9 to 13 July, followed by hurling from 16 to 20 July and a junior camp from 30 July to 3 August. Members of the public are invited to come along, enjoy the days and support their locality.

Patrick Prendergast. The students also met guest speaker John Lonergan who is former Governor of Mountjoy. Following the event, principal Patricia Hayden said, “St Joseph’s Rush began its relationship with the Trinity Access Programme in 2007. At that stage just 14 per cent of the students progressed to third level. There was a huge increase in 2011 with 75 per cent of our students then progressing to third level. The programme has been central to bringing about that improvement.” To mark the occasion the principal presented Provost of Trinity College, Patrick Prendergast with a metal sculpture of a bird taken from the St Joseph’s Golden Jubilee sculpture ‘The Tree of Life.’ In presenting the sculpture, she said: “Many hopes and dreams will be fulfilled because of TAP.”

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that work has officially begun on this year’s Malahide Festival 2012. The festival weekend is the 28th and 29th July and promises to be just as successful as last year. The aim of the festival is to publicise Malahide and generate trade for local businesses in and around the area and they would love you to be

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part of it. A committee has been formed for the activities, but the chamber are always delighted to welcome new members and you can contact them if you wish to join. Meanwhile, Rush Community Council are hard at work organising the Rush Festival 2012. The festival will take place from Friday 3rd to Monday 6th of August. After such a huge success last

year, the committee are expecting to see the festival grow. Things will open on Friday evening with a parade through the town. A festival marquee will be the hub of the entertainment hosting a comedy night, gig night and show dance over the weekend. There will be a kids fair, craft market, pony rides, treasure trail, blessing of fishing boats, 10k

run, puppet show, beach tournaments and so much more. Speaking to the County Leader, Louise O’Loughlin from Rush Community Council said: “We have a huge weekend organised, which we hope will be even bigger and better than last year. There will be a full time table of events in the coming weeks, but for now we just want to let everyone know it’s happening again and encourage them to sign up for the run.”

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Competitions in Lusk Round Towers GAA Club have been very busy recently organising school hurling competitions and celebrating underage league wins. On 14 June last, they held the inaugural schools hurling cup where National schools from Lusk, Corduff and Holy Family National School in Swords took part. The first ever presentation of the schools hurling cup went to captain, Dara Kiernan of Lusk National School. Jack Kane of Holy Family picked up the Poc Fada award. Previously the Round Towers U14 girls celebrated their Division 4 league win. This is the 2nd year in a row they have won their league, with the reward of promotion to Division 3 Round Towers GAA (Lusk) U14 Girls Div 4 League winners ahead. Each girl received a medal and new kit from coach, Linda Grimes. Peter McMahon was on hand with words of encouragement. Juvenile Chairperson, Mark McCann, presented team captain, Jessie Grimes with the trophy and Chloe Lawless, currently on the Dublin U14 ladies panel, received her ‘Player of the Year Award’. Lusk Round Towers GAA would like to say a big thank you to all the coaches, Linda Grimes, Linda Neary, Sharon Keogh and Peter McMahon for their hard work. Upcoming summer camps and dates include, Kellogg’s Cúl Camp - 2nd to 6th July, Club Hurling and Camogie Camp - 10th to 12th July, Advanced Skills Camp - 10th to 12th July and Club Football, Hurling and Camogie Camps on 21st to 23rd August.

Skerries Community School Fundraiser Skerries Community College Parents Association are running their final fundraiser of the year. In addition to the current second hand book sale, lucky

participants in this fundraiser can win a signed Dublin jersey by local hero, Bryan Cullen. The jersey was donated by parent Helen Jenkinson and framed by the Parents Association. It is indeed an “very special prize to win from a local man,” says Joan Ruane of the Parents Association. Only a limted number

of tickets remain so those interested should contact Ms. Ruane on 0851123707 immediately. Tickets are being sold at the very reasonable price of €30 and the draw will take place at the school on Thursday 28 June. Why not support your local school and get a limited edition memory of a local success story.

Major Athletics Event Swords Hundreds of runners could be taking to the streets of Swords this summer with the town set to host a major athletics event. The Fingal 10k will take place on Sunday, 22nd July, a new addition to the Dublin Race series, which includes the National Lottery Dublin City Marathon. Supported by the County Council, a course for the race has yet to be confirmed, although it’s believed the event will finish on Swords Main Street. The Dublin Race series will also begin in June with the Irish Runner Five Mile event in the Phoenix Park which will also host the Frank Duffy 10-Mile in August and the Dublin HalfMarathon in September, ahead of the marathon on 29th October. Runners can enter all four Dublin Race series (not including the marathon) for a special combined rate with entry information available at dublinmarathon.ie.

Ring Commons new cricket pitch was opened recently, an event which generated much excitement locally. Pictured at the opening are John Coyle, Tom Fanning, Bill Casey and Thomas McGrane, all members of the old Ring Commons cricket team.

Fun Charity Tournament In Lusk Come join the fun at the charity fivea-side tournament the Ballalley, Lusk on 7th July. It all starts at 2pm. Support the senior knockout stages of the tournament and be sure to bring the whole family as there’ll be

lots to do. Don’t forget to support the Trad session with the Lawlor family and friends at the clubhouse that night. It’s a €5 cover charge for admission and you’ll be in with a chance to win a signed Ireland jersey. All proceeds are in aid of Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children, Friends of St. Lukes and The Sergio O’Connor Appeal Fund. It promises to be a great day out so come along and join in the fun.

Pictured at Scott Fitzpatrick's fundraising night in Swords Manor Inn recently are the Fitzpatrick family members, Claudine, Jonathan, Glen, Rhonda, Lyndsey, Scott and Christy Fitzpatrick.

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Balloon Tribute In Balbriggan

Pictured here are L-R: Carol Reilly and Ann Bissett at the recent Balloon Release in Balbriggan.

A balloon release recently took place in Balbriggan, as a touching tribute to those who passed away after battling cancer. Two hundred blue and pink balloons were released in aid of Balbriggan Cancer Support Group. It was a chance for everyone to remember their loved ones. “It’s a memorial release, so it’s a lovely way to remember those who have died or been effected by cancer. It is a symbol of our centre and something we

wanted to do as so many people are effected by this,” explained Laura Quinlan from Balbriggan Cancer Support Group. “The balloon release was a very emotional experience for the Balbriggan Cancer Support Group and for the local community. Many came out in support and a total of €400 was raised overall. This is the second year running that BCSG have released the balloons and it seems to be very popular. We would like to send our thanks to Balbriggan Summerfest and everyone involved for their continuous support and dedication,” she concluded.

om Stafford, who passed the reigns to his son John, Jonathan’s dad, originally opened Staffords funeral home in their first location on North Strand and nearly 60 years ago, they opened their second location 30 years ago in Maypark, Malahide Road, Donnycarney. After 20 years as a Funeral Director, Jonathan Stafford researched the benefits of building a new state-of-the art funeral home in Portmarnock. This fabulous building has been designed with not only today but also tomorrow in mind. Jonathan Stafford made sure that the ever changing requirements of the population were catered for. The building has an air of space and elegance and deciding to hold a funeral here will not cost one euro more than a regular venue. In fact, their costing procedure involves the bereaved family at a deep level because they offer so many options; the family have a major input deciding how much the funeral will cost.

Pictured at the official opening of Applewood Community Centre on Wednesday, 20th June last are Ann Marie Farrelly (County Council Director of Services), Seamus Seachach (Principal, Gael Scoil Bhrian Bóroimhe), County Mayor, Gerry McGuire and Shay Barker (Community Culture and Sports Division)

ow reassuring to find a pharmacy where advice is as important as dispensing. Cleary’s Pharmacy in Portmarnock, run by Breda Leech Cleary and Tadhg Cleary, who is the pharmacist, set great store by the type of service they provide their customers and the friendly and knowledgeable staff carry on the company ethos by providing the very best customer care. This family owned business has been serving the community of Portmarnock since 1985 and in October 2011, they moved to bigger, brighter premises at Strand Shopping Centre. This has allowed them to provide a larger selection of products and services; Cosmetics, jewellery, perfumes, ear piercing, evening bags, gift cards, gift sets, gift wrapping service to name but a few. As well as the amazing selection of products, the new location also boasts a variety of new services, including vaccinations, passport photos, a Kodak picture kiosk and a very spacious consultation room. Call in and enjoy the experience for yourself

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Located on Main Street, Malahide Credit Union has been successfully serving the community for over 40 years. The many benefits of being a member of Malahide Credit Union include: • No account fees, maintenance costs or transaction charges! • Fast, affordable loans exclusively to members with very competitive The Malahide Credit Union Team interest rates. • You can repay a credit union loan earlier, make larger repayments JOINING IS SO EASY! than agreed & make additional lump sum repayments, with no penalty. If you live and/or work in Malahide & • Pay into your savings or pay off your loan by Standing Order. are within our ‘common bond’, you are • Loan Protection & Life Savings Insurance at no direct cost to eligible to join. Visit us today! eligible members. • Excellent online services with 24/7 access to your accounts! • Savings are very secure through the credit union’s Fidelity Bond & through the Irish League of Credit Unions’ Savings Protection Scheme. • Foreign Currency free of charge!

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orry Estates was established in 2009 by Andrew Corry BSc Hons MIAVI, AssocRICS. Having worked for over six years with a leading auctioneer in the North Dublin area, Andrew gained an invaluable knowledge of the local property market. Portmarnock man Andrew saw an opportunity in his local area where he could utilise his extensive experience together with his own unique touch for customer service. With this, Corry Estates became an established name in both Portmarnock and indeed within the north Dublin property market. While the company specialise in residential sales, lettings and valuations, Andrew is keen to stress that Corry Estates can also deal with commercial sales and lettings and has built up a thriving portfolio of commercial lettings. Andrew has expanded since opening in 2009 and now employs two people locally. So if you are thinking of selling or renting in North Dublin, contact Corry Estates.

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HOROSCOPES AQUARIUS

Jan 20 - Feb 18

Problems relating to a financial issue or arrangement will surface early in the week, and you would be wise to let the matter simmer for a while longer before deciding what to do. Professional advice might be a good move.

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If criticism arises, view it as constructive and you will be in a stronger position to influence and impress later in the week. You are held in high regard, so do nothing rash to jeopardise your reputation.

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With confrontation focusing on relationships you must avoid antagonising allies, rivals and opponents in the weeks ahead. The winds of change are blowing, but it is up to you to ensure they blow in your favour.

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Don’t waste time on complex business plans, when the chances are that they will be overtaken by events shortly. Better to concentrate your energy on something less demanding but more immediately rewarding.

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A business associate or loved one could suggest that you are failing to live up to their own high standards this week. It is more likely to be their unrealistic expectations which are to blame.

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Balscadden and Skerries are to be entered by the County Council into the national Pride of Place competition in recognition of both areas’ efforts in improving their environment. The Community Garden in Baldoyle Family Resource Centre is also included. The nomination for costs involved, let Balscadden reflects alone their time. The t h e h a r d w o r k t h e last few years have Balscadden District b e e n p a r t i c u l a r l y Community puts into busy in Balscadden. b u i l d i n g a s t r o n g The local community c o m m u n i t y i n a hall has been renov i l l a g e w i t h v o l u n - vated, the church has teerism at the heart been refurbished and of everything it does. t h e s c h o o l p r e f a b s T h e m o s t r e c e n t replaced by permae x a m p l e o f v o l u n - nent structures. t e e r i s m w a s t h e Skerries won its categ r o u n d w o r k s a n d gory in the Pride of seeding of grass at Place Competition in t h e l o c a l s c h o o l 2006 for towns with c a r r i e d o u t b y t w o a population of over Balscadden men who 1 0 , 0 0 0 . S i n c e t h e n refused to accept a t h e c o m m u n i t y o f cent towards the Skerries has gone

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tragedy that took two young lives in April 2011. Speaking to the County Leader, the liason officer for Pride of Place, Rafe Costigan said: "The great thing about the Pride of Place competition is that it looks

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Gormanston Students Celebrate Anniversary Elected by the students, the Gormanston College Students Council recently celebrated its first anniversary. This achievement reflects on a successful year spent working closely with the College and Parents Association. To mark the occasion, the Franciscan College Gormanston Parents Association and the Management of the college were delighted to present the Students Council with new Sports Equipment to a value of over €2000.

In addition to representing the views of its peers the Student Council plays an active role in promoting fund raising within the college for its nominated charity, the Jack & Jill Foundation. The council set an ambitious target of €10,000 to raise for the charity during the current school year and have exceeded their target, most recently through the help of a Monster Raffle at the College Family Fun and Sports Day. Congratulations to all involved.

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Pictured are Daniel Izyumenko, Liam Adams, Luke Adams and Jake Green receiving their awards at the recent Leader Gymnastic Club in Swords.

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Lifejacket Awareness Campaign In Skerries The Irish Coast Guard, which has volunteer stations in Skerries and beyond, recently launched a major lifejacket awareness campaign. With the summer now here and more people heading to the water, the Irish Coast Guard’s campaign ‘Get it On! Keep It On!’

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Annual Golf Classic In Donabate Balbriggan has great talent! This is undoubtedly the conclusion of the final round of the Balbriggan’s Got Talent competition, which took place recently in The Bracken Court Hotel. Now in its fourth year, the event proved to be a marvellous showcase of local talents. Twelve talented people from Balbriggan gave it their all, hoping to claim the top prize on the night. Lauren Walsh, last year’s contest winner performed at the interval between acts and the Special Guest on the night was Sharon Gaynor from the Voice of Ireland. The level of talent on the competition stage was extremely high, so the judges Linda Martin, Orla Hopkins-Plant and Terry Quinlan had a very tough time trying to decide on the final three. They finally chose Amy McDonald, Adam McEvoy and Pauline McGrath, with Pauline being crowned the winner on the night. She received the Susan Garvey trophy and €5,000. All contestants were also presented with trophies handled out by Cathaoirleach, Gráinne Maguire. “We have fantastic talents in Balbriggan. The standard was very high,” said Fiona Kavanagh from Balbriggan Summerfest Committee at the end of the show. “We would like to thank Millfield Shopping Centre for their generous sponsorship and everyone who participated in the event.” Pictured here are contestants who recently participated in the Balbriggan's Got Talent competition. L-R: Adam McEvoy-3rd place, Rebecca Rose, Kala Whelan, Pauline McGrath (Competition winner) and Neil Kenny.

Portrane Hockey Club held their annual Golf Classic, followed by a presentation night at Donabate Golf Club recently. Over 30 four person teams with four balls competed for the Tommy O’Sullivan Perpetual Trophy on the day. There were also goodie bags and commemorative polo t-shirts available. Players were treated to a barbecue on the 10th and complimentary drinks. Everyone adjourned to the clubhouse for the presentation of the prizes and a four-course

Anniversary Foursomes At Donabate Golf Club Donabate Golf Club is celebrating the 30th anniversary of their Mother and Daughter Open Foursomes Competition this year. The event will take place at Donabate Golf Club on Friday, 29th June and entry fee is €35 per couple. The winners will receive the Moran Trophy, which was presented by the late Maureen Moran, a prominent member of Donabate. She presented the trophy in memory of her late husband, Freddie, who was an international sportsman. Last year’s winners, Phil and Ellen O’Gorman will be back to defend their title. The event usually sees around 50 golf clubs being represented from around the North County and beyond, and will no doubt be just as popular this year. Good luck to all involved in this exciting competition.

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Young Player of the Year, Killian Tol. The event is the only and most important fundraiser to support

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The Tadhg O Fainín Foundation will hold a gala evening at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood on Saturday, 21st July at 7.30pm. It will include a champagne reception, 4 course meal and a charity auction, raffle, band and DJ until late. Tickets are €55 per person and the dress code is fabulous for women and black tie for men. All proceeds will go to Irish Premature Babies. Tadhg O’Fannin was a 5 year old boy who died in a tragic accident a couple of years ago. His parents, Eoin and Karriann, set up the foundation to raise money for various charities.

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dinner with wine. The winning team consisted of a father, his two sons, and a club member. Vinny Knight, Wayne Knight, Leon Knight and Mark Kavanagh won the Tommy O’Sullivan Perpetual Trophy. Mayor Gerry McGuire also made presentations on the night. Player of the Year was won by Anthony Carroll who had a great season.

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A spectacular musical event will take place at the Millbank Theatre in Rush on on Friday 13th July at 8.00pm. Yungchen Lhamo will perform with former Planxty, Bothy Band and Moving Hearts member, Donal Lunney in a show that is not to be missed. Since fleeing Tibet on foot in 1989, Yungchen Lhamo has emerged as the leading Tibetan vocalist on the world stage. Her cappella performances have enchanted audiences in more than 70 countries since she began touring professionally in 1994. Yungchen’s name was given to her by a Tibetan Lama when she was a baby and translates to “Goddess of Melody and Song.” Since the release of her awardwinning first album Tibetan Prayer, her music has met with critical praise worldwide, alternately described as “beautifully evocative,” “mesmerising,” “spine-tingling,”

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Swords Karate Club Excels In Championships Members of Swords Karate competed in the ISKF national championships recently. With a squad of 12 members, they took home a fantastic haul of 21 medals. The squad consisted of members of all ages and levels of experience, some novice and some experienced International fighters. Swords Karate club practice traditional Japanese Shotokan Karate and has been running classes since 2001. In this time, it’s members have produced some very talented students. Karate is not only for

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New County Mayor, Cllr Cian O’Callaghan (Lab) is pictured with outgoing Mayor, Cllr Gerry McGuire after his election at County Hall, Swords last Friday.

For many months, children in St Catherine’s National School in Rush have been working on creative arts projects. Strange characters have been seen walking around the grounds and a miniature village cropped up at the back of the school. Four classes took part in the projects, which included a variety of pieces of film, photostories and art work. Recently, a ‘Creative Awards’ ceremony was held in the school hall which allowed the four classes to showcase their work to family and friends. Each class presented their project and discussed the process with the audience. Representatives from the ACAE attended and rewarded each class with a certificate of achievement and the school as a whole received the award. They were delighted with the fantastic work done by all the children and teachers. It was a great morning which showed the creativity of the children involved in the project.

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Pictured here are Children, Teachers and parents of Skerries Educate Together after they completed their recent Sponsored Walk.

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Master Of The Arts Barry Cassin’s memoir isn’t just the perfect belated gift for dad or granddad on Father’s Day. As a beautifully written account of an extraordinary man’s life, it’s a gift for anyone looking for wisdom and wit at any time of the year. Like the man himself, the book is charming and delightful. In ‘I Never Had a Proper Job’, the actor and director who has lived near Balbriggan for over 50 years takes the reader on a journey through the glamour and tenacity required of a life spent treading the boards. It’s a very candid account of the heartaches and triumphs that made this gently faithful elder statesman of Irish theatre into a spry, immensely attractive writer. “Oh, you can keep saying that sort of thing,” he smiles. “It’s the first piece of writing I’ve done in a while, I’d written for RTÉ before, and one of my short stories won the Francis McMahon competition.” The story had actually been entered in competition unbeknownst to him and the first he heard about it was when he had won. “So, I’ve a 100 per cent record in writing prose so far,” he smiles. Barry’s latest venture into print could be a role model for a host of great causes from active ageing to coping with the demands of difficult economic times. His active retirement not only includes this great read, but also stretches to starring alongside some of the hottest names in cinema. Throughout his book Barry’s turn of phrase creates instantly memorable images in the mind’s eye that are touching and emotive insights to the lives of those driven to staying the course in a precarious profession. So it’s little wonder that he was chosen to round out a role in Neil Jordan’s latest film. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Gemma Atterton, his new vampire-movie promises a feast for fans of picture-driven narratives. ‘Byzantium’ will be released in Ireland soon. “It was a very nice way to finish up because my agent rang me saying that the director wanted to see me, and initially I wasn’t really that keen. Then she said that it’s Neil Jordan so I thought I’d better have a look. I’d never met him before and he said simply that he’s got ‘a short part at the beginning of the film and I’d like to see you in it’. “I have become a sitting-down actor, so it was very pleasant. I won’t do the theatre anymore – I couldn’t go in and out to town – my health is good but I’m pretty much confined to barracks.” He last performed as a jobbing theatre actor at home in Ireland at one of Alan Stanford’s ventures at the Gate, when a health scare meant he could only participate in the rehearsals. “Well, even though I’ve been in Balbriggan since I got married in 1950, I don’t really have a hometown. The early years were down to my father’s job – I did my schooling in Monaghan, and we moved quite a bit for the times – then because I was an actor was really orientated towards Dublin. “On the one hand I’d the acting life in Dublin, and on the other was this farm, just outside Balbriggan. Now my youngest son,

Andrew runs the farm, I was talking about the dichotomy of lifestyles only yesterday with my daughter Anne, the theatre on one side and farming on the other, it’s a fair old contrast, not many people have that!” “Anne and Lillian, the two girls went to the convent in Balbriggan, the lads went first to Balrothery and then to Gormanston. And now the grandchildren are going to these. Andrew has a family of five, all boys, I suppose he’s hoping to find a farmer out of that. “Philip has a business out of Dublin, and James and Mary run a children’s play centre just outside the town near the golf course – DJs.” Other favourites of the Irish stage and screen during the past 60 years are remembered with affection, admiration and in some cases gratitude for an unexpected generosity or grace under pressure. It’s through his long association with John B Keane that he decided to launch the book at Writers’ Week in Listowel. “I am looking forward to it, I know the town well. Jimmy Deenihan is a Listowel man and he opened a very good museum to John B, and invited me down to speak at the opening. He’s open to the idea of more readings for fans: “Yes, I think the reading of anything is better when it’s the writer reading it; but we’ll see…my health is very good but I can’t walk. I have to have a walker and assistance; I am sensible enough not to drive unless I’ve a driver with me and we have to put up with these things,” he says. His 80s are presenting him with a whole set of new challenges. He says learning lines took longer, acquiring the perfect accent, discerning which parts suited his altered strengths – not for him any longer the frenetic pace of multiple costume changes – so he has elegantly adjusted to the losses of the two great loves of his life: physically demanding live stage performances, and the presence of his beloved wife, Nancy. His description of her passing and its affect on him, and their five children, is particularly poignant. Both her values and his have been passed on to their children and grandchildren. His eldest daughter, Anne (presenter of RTÉ’s Nationwide) led the eulogies to their mum on behalf of her siblings. The memoir is in fact dedicated to his wife, and Anne’s ‘unfailing assistance’ in the preparation of the book is acknowledged in the credits. The affection and support of all their children comes across through the wonderful photos and stories related here, as does the bond he shared with friend and colleague, Ray MacAnally. On reflection, he says that the stage performance that has given him most satisfaction recently was the Abbey’s production of an adaptation by Seamus Heaney, as it gave him a real sense of achievement. Not because it was the last in his much-delayed performances in the National Theatre, but because the northern Irish literary giant’s obvious pleasure in the treatment of his work gave both cast and director a genuine sense of achievement. “I don’t think I could have finished up with a better production,” he says.

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The Parents and Students Council at Skerries Educate Together held a sponsored walk recently. The walk raised funds for the school’s new library book fund and Temple Street Children’s Hospital. The walk left the school and made its way around Kelly’s Bay before returning to the school. The children of the school, with some help from parents and teachers, organised the walk and fundraising. The money raised is split 75 per cent for the school’s new library book fund and 25 per cent for Temple Street Children’s Hospital. The Students Council selected Temple Street as their chosen charity. The new library will be located in the school extension, which plans to open in September 2013. The students and their parents deserve great credit for organising the fundraiser. We wish them happy reading in their new library.

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Intercultural Day At Balbriggan School

Sizzling Summer Fashions at Pavilions Asset Modelling agency showcased the newest looks for this summer. Free gifts were passed out to lucky punters who cheered on as the models paraded on the catwalk. Pictured here is Pavilions Centre Director, Ian Hunter with models, Yomiko Chen, Karena Graham, Jenny Lee Masterson, Sarah Morrissey (former Miss Ireland), Karen Fitzpatrick and Kate Harris.

Swords School Raises Much Needed Funds St. Finian’s Community College, Swords recently raised over €2,000 for the school in a Cycle and Community Fun Day themed event. It was organised by the school’s deputy principal, Aaron Flynn and schoolteacher Keith Young. The event, which was sponsored by DAA and lasted for three days and consisted of many different activities. In the Pavilions Shopping Centre, two stationary bikes where set up and a combination of teachers and students cycled them from 9am to 9pm. Throughout

By David Tynan this, students and staff where collecting money to raise funds. Many activities took place in the school grounds. There were bouncing castles, face painting, sumo suit wrestling, pitch and putt, bands and a DJ. The Civil Defence was there to join in the fun and brought a fire truck along with them. Many people enjoyed this as they were allowed to spray the hose at targets that were set up. There were many different items on sale in stalls that were set up

for the event. Love/ Hate actor Chris Newman, a past pupil of the school, made an appearance and announced the beginning of a cycle throughout areas of the North County. The cycle was 50 kilometres long and many teachers and students partook in it. There was also a barbecue, which cooked different types of food for people to enjoy on the spectacular day. Brenda Meats, a member of the organising committee stated that “the event was organised to increase the local community’s

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interaction with the school. The event is now planned to be an annually event, due to it’s success.”

St George’s National School in Balbriggan recently held an intercultural day at the school. The school community currently has a vast mix of different nationalities attending and many showcased their homelands on the day. Parents, special guests, councillors, support and community groups and local primary and secondary schools were invited to attend. On the day you could taste food from around the world, visit their Intercultural Exhibition Room, listen to the wonderful choir, sing songs from around the world and watch a fashion show with clothes from around the world! Each class in the school also participated in these activities during the school day. The pupils also had the opportunity to play a variety of games and perform dances from countries around the world. This event was run as part of the schools Yellow Flag Programme, which is a progressive equality and diversity initiative for primary and secondary schools to promote and support an environment for interculturalism and it is run by the Irish Traveller Movement. It was clear that St. George’s NS throughly embraced the different cultures of their pupils. A great day was had by all and the hard work of all the students and pupils was apparent as all the activities ran so smoothly. We’re sure that the shool will have many successful events in the future.

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writers at Ireland’s oldest song contest, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. The contest will take place in Glinsk, near Castlerea, Co Roscommon on July 1st and will see finalists battle it out for the first place prize of €1500. Iris has successfully reached the final for four consecutive years, and this year will also sing another finalist’s entry on the night. Speaking to the County Leader, Iris said “I guess I’m a bit of a Glinsk veteran at this stage. This year though, as I’m singing

another entry too, it will add some more excitement to the competition for me. The contest is an important platform which has seen previous winners such as Una Healy from the Saturdays, so ongoing recognition for my song writing is definitely my hope for the future ” Iris is no stranger to Irish song contests as she has been a finalist in The Dun Laoghaire song contest as well as coming second in Today FM’s Beat, the original competition in 2010 with her version of U2’s ‘One’.

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Toddlers from Little Smarty's Montessori in Knocksedan, Swords enjoyed a great day out on Wednesday 20th June as they took part in the Danone Big Toddle for Barnardos 2012, a fun sponsored walk. This is the first year that children attending Little Smarty's have taken part in the Danone Big Toddle for Barnardos, giving vulnerable children their own age a better start in life. So far these energetic tots have raised an amazing €268.00 for Barnardos and their tiny steps will help Barnardos reach its toddle target of 25,000 miles.

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Mary Queen of Ireland School in Toberburr, Rivermeade recently held a competition as part of their Smoke Free Play Parks day, an initiative to get playgrounds smoke-free. Pictured are competition winners, Kelly Lynch, Clodagh Murphy and Jodi Tynan, with Principal, Gayle Nagle, County Mayor, Cllr Gerry McGuire, Dr Nazih Eldim (HSE) and Jean Molloy (HSE).

High Drama At Ardgillan Castle Ardgillan Castle and the County Council, in conjunction with Chapterhouse Theatre Company are delighted to present Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice in the beautiful surrounds of Ardgillan Castle’s Walled Garden on Friday 13th July at 7.30pm. Adapted by Laura Turner, this is Ardgillan Castle’s third year hosting outdoor theatre, so take a step back in time with Elizabeth Bennett and her sisters. Whilst her mother tries determinedly to pair her off

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rials on the beach. This theme this year was ‘Animals’ and the youngsters, with the helping hand of local college students, built elaborate sculptures over the course of two days. The event was sponsored by County Council and a local artist judged the efforts. The sculptures may have only been temporary until the tide came in and washed them away but the members of the public were well impressed with the creativity on display.

with the detestable Mr. Collins, Elizabeth meets the rude and abrupt Mr Darcy, but is there more to him than meets the eye? Join family and friends for what promised to be the most splendid evening of the summer and revel in this most renowned of love stories. Adult tickets cost €14 / OAPs, Students, Children €10 / Family Ticket €35 (2 adults and 2 children under 12). Tickets and information are available from Ardgillan Castle, Balbriggan Library and Skerries Library. The Grounds are open from 6.30pm for picnics, please bring your own rugs or low backed seating.

Pictured here are L-R: Peggy Quinlan, Carol Reilly, Sean Keenan, Lisa Bissett, Fergal O’Connor, Ann Bissett, Grainne Casey and Patricia McGarrigle. The group were out at the recent sponsored swim (from Skerries to Balbriggan), which was held in aid of Balbriggan Cancer Support Group.

Swords Bethany Bereavement Support Group is a voluntary services for the bereaved people of the North County. The support group meets on the second and last Monday of every month in the Parish Office at 42 North Street from 8.30 pm to 9.30pm. Anyone suffering the pain of loss through bereavement is most welcome to attend these meetings. Group discussion or support on a one-to one basis is available. This is a free and confidential service. Home visits can be arranged in certain circumstances. The group is affiliated to the national network of Bethany Bereavement Support Groups. Their members are trained to listen and help people to understand and come to terms with their loss. For more information about Bethany branches nationwide, google Bethany Bereavement Support.

Nurture Extends It’s Services Nurture Post Natal Depression Support Services have expanded their North County Support Services to Balbriggan, Swords and Malahide. The group provide support services to mothers and families who experience Post Natal Depression. They would like to thank all the wonderful ladies who ran, walked or crawled for their charity in the Flora Women’s marathon. Currently they are not government funded, therefore raising monies is an integral part of their day to day support services and these funds are crucial to their operation as they enable them to provide much needed support to

those who suffer from postnatal depression. Nurture also offer services to mothers who experience depression in pregnancy, post-traumatic stress disorder and post-partum psychosis and offers affordable counselling services to mothers. They also run support groups for mothers and families and run Life Motivational skills courses to help mothers with their self-esteem and confidence issues.

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Fingal County Council Mr & Mrs M. Ryan intends to apply for planning permission for development at no. 60 the Old Golf links, Malahide, Co Dublin the development consists of alterations and a new single storey extension to rear, with new two storey extensions to both sides of existing dwelling. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during 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 erect new external insulation system and render to front, side and rear together with side and rear of existing single storey extension to rear of 4 Saint Columba’s Heights, Swords, Co. Dublin for Nora & Joseph Fletcher. 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 it’s opening hours, Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 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 to erect new external insulation system and render to front of existing dwelling at 2 Saint Columba’s Heights, Swords, Co. Dublin for Edward & Marie Conroy. 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 it’s opening hours, Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 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 for conversion of existing attic space to storage Room with new dormer window to side and two number roof lights to rear of existing dwelling at No. 5 the Nurseries Forest road Swords Co. Dublin For a Mr. J Farrell The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the

offices of the Planning Authority during its' public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (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 sought for dormer dwelling, garage and waste water treatment system on site adjoining existing family home with shared access at Courtlough, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin for Ian Rooney and Siobhan Moore. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during normal public opening hours and a submission or observation, in relation to the application, may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of this application. Signed: Thomas J. Finn Fingal County Council planning permission sought for extension to rear and internal alterations to 12 Rathingle Cottages Forest Fields Swords for Mr & Mrs M Tracey. This planning application maybe inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding a reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation made 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 Planning permission is sought to construct an extension to the east of the existing school building accommodating 3no.16sqmt. Learning Support Classrooms, circulation area and glazed entrance at St Patrick's Boys N.S. Portrane Rd., Donabate, Co. Dublin for the Board of Management of St Patrick's Boys N.S. 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 (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). 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 the trustees of Malahide Cricket Club to erect a new permanent sight screen located on the south eastern pitch boundary of new main playing pitch at Malahide Cricket Club, Dublin Road, Malahide, Co Dublin.

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26.06.2012 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council (Swords) during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, 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 Permission is sought by R. Landy to construct a new agricultural site entrance onto the R129 at Grace Dieu, Ballyboghal, Co Dublin The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council (Swords) during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, 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 Philip and Pamela Christie seeks planning permission for the demolition of the existing dwelling and the construction of a replacement two storey dwelling using existing services and modified existing entrance onto church street skerries at 34a Church Street, Skerries, County Dublin in the architectural conservation area of Skerries . 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 monday to friday at Fingal County Hall, Main St, Swords, 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 planning authority of this application. Fingal County Council I Carina Archbald intend to apply for permission for development at this site address: 3 The Old Stables, East Commons, Drynam Road, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the change of use of part of the existing house to a playschool, new pedestrian entrance at boundary wall, concrete footpath (to link the site to the existing footpath on Barrys Park Road), 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 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 by Jim Gibney at Glenmore Hotel, Dublin Road, Nevinstown, Swords, Co. Dublin for permission to carry out remedial works to the existing car park serving the development. These works will serve to amend works carried out in connection with the car park approved under Reg. Ref. F05A/1480 as follows: (a) to remove 10 no. car parking spaces adjacent to existing hotel building entrance and to provide a dedicated ‘drop off’ and coach parking area; (b) reinstatement and landscaping of the eastern portion of the subject site; (c) reconfiguration of remaining carparking area (previously approved under Reg. Ref. F05A/1480 as 62 no. spaces) in the south/south western area of the site to provide 51 no. car parking spaces and associated circulation routes; (d) new screen planting trees along the northern and eastern boundary to car parking area/car park entrance area. Retention planning permission is sought in respect of maintenance/service hut (12 sq. m.); car park entrance gate, 2.4m palisade car park security fencing (now proposed to be obscured by screening planting) and car park lighting. This car park is to be used as an ancillary car park to approved hotel use approved by Fingal County Council under Reg. Reg. F05A/1480. The development includes all associated and ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development including SUDs drainage, landscaping and other minor 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 (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). 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