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Residents Urged To Shop Local This Christmas The busy Christmas season is well and truly underway here in the North County. As we approach a crucial time of year for our businesses and retailers, the local Chambers of Commerce are actively encouraging all Christmas shoppers to support their local community and buy their gifts close to home.
By Jennifer McShane This is expected to be a real boost for the local retail trade over the festive season. Consumers nationwide are expected to shell out millions in the run up to Christmas, which sparks a change in our more recent shopping trends. The County Leader contacted the local Chambers of Commerce and they all passionately spoke of the importance of shopping around your home town this Christmas. There is, they say, “no substitute to shopping locally.” Fingal Dublin Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert was eager to stress the hugely important aspect of shopping locally this Christmas. “Shopping locally is vital for our community,” he said. “The more demand there is is for local shops, the more jobs that will be created. I would encourage all who live and work in the area, to shop local whenever possible to help and support the creation of local jobs.” Kevin Tolan, President of Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce was also eager to emphasise the importance of shopping in your local town during the busy period, particularly because the new year can be a quiet time of year for many businesses. “Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce feel that it is important for consumers to shop locally especially at Christmas time. Retail outlets, in particular, rely on the Christmas period to help them through the traditionally quieter period that follows in the early new year.” While the Balbriggan Chamber do not see virtual shopping as a substitute for local shopping, they would encourage the on-street shops to establish some form of an online presence - even a facebook page displaying their products, so that consumers browsing the internet might spot a suitable gift that is available locally which does not necessarily have to be flown in from abroad. Local Councillor, Anthony Lavin (FG), who has close ties with the Malahide Chamber of Commerce also said that he can’t emphasise the importance of shopping locally enough this Christmas, particularly as retailers may be feeling the strain. This is, he says, the ideal time to give them a boost. “I would ask the people in Malahide to try to do as much of their Christmas shopping and socialising locally in the “Village” this Christmas.” “Local businesses are feeling the pinch more than ever and any support given to them would benefit the whole area,” he added. Echoing the sentiment that internet shopping is no substitute for the local service provided in our towns, is President of the Skerries Chamber of Commerce, Martin Scully. “This is the time of year to give something back to the businesses that have been so obliging during the previous months,” he said. “Shopping online completely does away with this purpose and it is at this time of year, more than ever that we need to support our community. You just don’t get that unique personable shopping experience from a large chain of shopping centres.” “All throughout the year, all the local shops support the various groups and clubs around the area,” he continued. “They contribute
to parades, different charity events and are always willing to lend a hand to whoever might need it. We would ask shoppers to come out and support their own. If our town is to continue to thrive, the local businesses have to stay put.” Chairperson of the Rush Chamber of Commerce, Mairead Sweetman, told the County Leader that she was very much aware of the challenges that local retailers faced: “I know beyond a doubt the challenges that our local businesses face, but I think many are
beginning to see and appreciate the real advantages that comes from shopping in their home town,” she said. She also says that she has seen a rise in the amount of new locals arriving in the town to shop and now, more than ever, she is witness to the community pulling together. “We have a new butchers opening up just in time for Christmas, which is a real positive. I can’t stress the importance of shopping locally enough, as it is the successful businesses that keeps not only Rush thriving, but all the North County towns too.”
Wonderful Milestone For Swords Lady Katherine Mallin is a truly remarkable lady. Last week, she celebrated her 104th birthday, with a party at Tara Winthrop Nursing Home in Swords. Katherine was born in 1908, and to put some perspective on her wonderful age, it was a very significant year in a newly developing century. It was the year of the first aeroplane passenger flight and the year that Henry Ford introduced the ModelT, the first affordable automobile. It was also four long years before the Titanic was launched on it’s fateful maiden voyage. Katherine is originally from near Hacketstown in Co Carlow and moved up to Swords to live close to her daughters almost 24 years ago. She married her husband, Frank Mallin in June 1936, and they had five children, one son Seamus
By Patrick Finnegan and four daughters Maura, Breda, Christine and Kay. Katherine can tell stories of school hall dances and wartime restrictions that will always seem a world away from younger generations. “I can clearly remember the war years” and before that, the Black and Tans coming and going, it was terrible,” she said. One thing that she can vividly remember, is being down on her knees saying the rosary for Kevin Barry the morning he was killed. He was from the adjoining townland, so it was a very sad time for her family and the community”. We couldn’t stop the tears that day.” Having lived through two World Wars, Katherine can also recall the harsh restrictions placed on
people here. But despite all the hardship then, we were happy. I always hear children these days saying they’re bored, we were never bored, there was always so much to do.” Katherine thanked everyone who made an effort to travel to celebrate her special day. This wonderful lady is an example to us all and her outgoing and friendly disposition is very evident. Her extended family all celebrated her amazing landmark birthday and nobody enjoyed it more than Katherine herself. Katherine Mallin celebrated her 104th birthday last week, with a party at Tara Winthrop Nursing Home in Swords. Katherine, who lived in Valleyview, Swords until recently, is pictured with her extended family of four generations. Katherine is the granmother of well known Swords businessman, Shane Curran.
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Inside the issue New Equestrian Initiative For Special Olympians
Local man, Seamus Hughes from Malahide has set up a unique outlet for Special Olympic athletes. He is chairman and coach of the newly formed Fingal Galloper club, a training ground for athletes with special needs who wish to train in Equestrian sports.
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Cara’s Campaign Well Underway A local couple have started a fundraising campaign to pay for an operation to help their daughter to walk for the first time. Cara Leathem, from Balbriggan, was born in January 2010, nine weeks premature. At the age of 17 months she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. See page 6
Swords Woman Wins Prestigious Care Award Deborrah Lynch was awarded with the 'Director of Nursing Award' at the Nursing Homes Ireland Care Awards 2012. Deborrah was recognised for her work as the Director of Nursing at the Hamilton Park Care Facility in Balrothery. See page 11
Oldtown Company Scoops National Award Keogh's Crisps beat off stiff competition countrywide to win the prestigious "Best New Business" award at the 2012 National Enterprise Awards. The event was organised by County and City Enterprise Boards in order to recognise the achievements of micro-enterprises in Ireland. See page 12
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Life Changing Experience For Rush Rose Rose participant, Rosie Nixion has recently returned from what she has called “an experience of a lifetime.” The former Dublin Rose hopeful, who lives in Rush, spent a few days visiting and working at the Vesnova Children’s Mental Asylum with the Chernobyl charity and other Rose contestants. She spoke to the County Leader about her extraordinary trip and why, despite her initial nervousness, she didn’t want to come home at the end of it. “When I was given the opportunity to travel to Vesnova in Belarus with Adi Roche’s Chernobyl Children International (CCI) charity, to spend a few days volunteering in the orphanage, I so badly wanted to go over, but I’ll be the first to admit I was sick with nerves.
By Jennifer McShane “I couldn’t sleep in the days leading up to it!” Rosie admits she was shocked at some of the conditions and couldn’t believe how little attention the children would receive: “Our duties for the duration of our short stay in the home were to try to provide the children with the love and affection of which they are starved of on a daily basis. I was shocked to see that very few the nurses actually bother to engage with them. Once they’ve done the basic requirements of their job they don’t stimulate the children in any form.” Despite the fact that it was a tough trip, Rosie was reluctant to go home. “I just
Pictured here are former Rose contestants Rosie Nixon from Rush, Deirdre Nic An Airchinnigh and Denise Thomas with three persons from Vesnova Children's Assylum in Belarus.
didn’t want to leave,” she continued. “The work the CCI have done in Vesnova is incredible, and I was delighted to be a part of it all. I’m thrilled to announce that as a group, we surpassed our
Well Deserved Recognition For Swords Couple Swords residents Joe and Bernie Walsh were honoured with the Outstanding Official Award at the 2012 National Athletic Awards recently. Husband and wife, Joe and Bernie Walsh of
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Fingallians Athletic Club were recognised for their long-standing contribution and volunteerism in Irish athletics. Of course, this is not the first sporting recognition for the Walsh family, their daughter Catherine Walsh competed at the 2012 London Paralympics this summer, winning both a silver and a bronze medal at the games. Residents of Swords for 45 years, Joe and Bernie are still at the heart of Fingallians A.C. Joe having been with the club since it was formed in 1968, and Bernie since 1980. In their enthusiasm for sport and volunteerism, Pictured at the 2012 National Athletics Awards held on Saturday 17th they have become pillars of the November 2012 are Ray Colman (CEO Woodies DIY) Ciaran Cathin (President of Athletics Ireland), Joe and Bernie Walsh (Fingallians Athletic athletics community not only in the North County, but countrywide. Club), and Michael Ring T.D. (Minister of State for Tourism & Sport).
fundraising goal of €20,000 and these funds will be put towards the continuing development of the standard of life at Vesnova. I want to thank everyone for their continued support.”
Joe and Bernie have worked tirelessly as officials for Irish Blind Sports, Paralympics Ireland, the Irish Wheelchair Association of Ireland, and the Community Games for many years. They have unselfishly given their time and energy for the benefit of others and the development of Irish athletics. The couple, who have eight children, three of whom are visually impaired, also invest a considerable about of time coaching young athletes. At the National Athletic Awards, run by Athletics Ireland, seventeen awards were handed out to various contributors and competitors in athletics around Ireland. Speaking to the County Leader, Bernie Walsh said “We didn’t know we were going to get anything. It was a great surprise. It was brilliant night - the awards were so well organised. We got a huge plaque - the weight of it!” She went on to say “We officiate at athletic events usually in the evenings and weekends, especially during the summer months, both in the local area and all around the country. Anybody that’s running anything usually gives us a ring!”
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Derek Teeling is pictured with his son, Conor Teeling The St Vincent de Paul Giving Tree was launched at Millfield Shopping Centre, Balbriggan on Saturday, 24th November last. Pictured at the launch are, Dermot Murray (SVP), Mary Murray (SVP), Peter Carey (Centre Manager, Millfield Shopping Centre) and Bridget Guilfoyle (SVP)
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New Equestrian Initiative For Special Olympians Local man, Seamus Hughes from Malahide has set up a unique outlet for Special Olympic athletes. He is chairman and coach of the newly formed Fingal Galloper club, a training ground for athletes with special needs, who wish to train in Equestrian sports. The club is the first of its kind here in the North County, and is based in Broadmeadows Equestrian Centre outside Swords. Speaking to the County Leader, Seamus, who has had a love of
By Jennifer McShane horses and show jumping all his life, says that “though the club is in its infancy (it was set up in February of this year), thanks to a lot of hard work and dedication on behalf of it’s organisers, members and volunteers, things are progressing very well.” “Our umbrella company is Special Olympics Ireland and we had been trying for quite a number of years to get a similar group organised for the North County area
specifically,” he said. “We started getting things together just under a year ago and we’ve been lucky to have been received very well. The group is run by those who would have plenty of experience and expertise when it comes to the Special Olympics, which is ideal for the athletes who wish to train here.” “We managed to get Broadmeadows Equestrian centre and the athletes can train for an hour every Saturday,” he continued. Seamus goes
on to explain the process which enables the participants to train successfully. “At the moment, we have six athletes and, depending on their capabilities, some need what we call a Side Walker and a Lead each. So, the Side Walker looks after the individual and the Lead takes care of the horse.” He says everyone who comes in must be assessed in this way, and this is why more volunteers are needed. “When
you think of the amount that has to be considered for each particular person, it’s vital that we get as many volunteers as we can.” Seamus and fellow coach, Lisa Dandy are there to oversee the entire process. “We would love to take more volunteers on.” It takes each potential volunteer around three months to be fully trained, so all who may be interested in becoming involved in the coming weeks are encouraged to get in touch with the group as soon as possible.
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Pictured at Broadmeadows Equestrian Centre outside Ashbourne are jockey, Brian Mullins, with side walkers, Angela Dunne and Marion Kilbride and leader, Teresa Dunne
Balscadden Fair Comes Up Trumps
Pictured at the fair are, Joe English, Anna Quinn, who made the decorations and organiser, Teresa Moore.
The annual Balscadden Christmas Fair took place recently and proved a huge success once again. The fair spectacularly raised over €5000 for two worthy local causes in the area. The fair took place at Balscadden Community
Hall and was full of all kinds of goodies from local crafts, home baking, a bottle stall, lucky dip and much more. A large raffle also took place to draw in a crowd which enjoys lots of local support each year. The proceeds from
the festive were shared between Balbriggan Community Hall and St Benignus School in Balscadden. A big congratulations goes to everyone involved for putting in the hard work and organising the fair and also to all the locals who so generously supported and contributed to the event.
Christmas ‘Rush’ The Rush Chamber of Commerce and Community Council are in full swing organising their upcoming Christmas Festival. The weekend kicks off on Saturday, 1st December, when Santa will greet the children and turn on the Christmas lights. It will be an action packed day the following day on Sunday, 2nd December starting with the 10k and 5k fun run at 12.00pm and all runners are welcome. There will also be a Christmas market, Wheel of Fortune and Santa will be in his grotto for the day. Following this, there will be the Chamber dance and business awards which will take place on Saturday, 8th December in St. Maur’s GAA Club. This follows on from last year’s celebration, and promises to be just as successful this year. All interested should contact Rush Community Centre.
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Warren’s Charm Wins Chris Back After last week’s debacle that saw Warren being By Patrick Finnegan shown the door by Chris, it all looked all over for the happy couple. A devastated Chris retreated to Women like Chris have no difficulty in attracting her boudoir in an attempt to shut herself away the amorous attentions of the opposite sex. from the world. Nothing or nobody could console Warren was acutely aware of this scenario. He had to act quickly. the heartbroken beauty. Warren made every effort to contact his fiancee, With his cunning mind working overtime, he found by phone, text and he even had a request played out that Chris was going to meet her best pal, Andrea, the one who for her on her favourite squealed on him, in the radio station - all to no new McDonald’s restauavail. He was trying to rant in Airside. This was explain that the glamhis chance to spring a orous, exotic looking “This Is Your Life” woman from the Old moment on the unsusBoro pub was none pecting Chris. He left other than his long lost nothing to chance and cousin, Dominique, who splashed out big time in surprised the family with an effort to win her a flying visit from her back. He took himself home in Spain. She was off to the Flower Factory here to explore her in Airside and bought a family tree and it beautiful bouquet to appears she broke a few present to the love of branches off in the Warren's remarkable charms and the beautiful bouquet of his life. process! flowers from the flower factory managed to defrost Chris, Nervously, he Warren’s uncle, Seamus who believed Warren's story and forgave him, declaring approached the met Francoise, a beau- her undying love for him. shocked Chris and tiful French lady, whilst working in Spain and fell madly in love with her. poured his heart out to her. She had heard a They eventually married and had little Dominique rumour that Dominique presented no threat to her soon afterwards. She inherited her glamorous and that Warren was right all along. They both looks from her mother. Warren was never told cried and threw their arms around each other. about his cousin, and when she tracked him down Chris asked Warren to put the ring back on her finger again. The wedding was back on. to the pub that fateful evening, the trouble began. Unfortunately, Dominique left as quickly as she Next week: arrived and Warren had to use every charm in the With the wedding now firmly back on track, the book to woo Chris back. He knew she was vulner- happy couple start to prepare for their big day in able and the longer he left it, the more likely it earnest, when they choose the photographer and was that she would fall into the arms of another. the wedding cars.
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Inspiring Career Week For Local Students Beaumont Hospital recently opened its doors to 50 Transition Year students from local schools all around the North County as part of its Career Inspiring Transition Year (TY) Programme. The TY Programme was designed and co-ordinated by members of the Hospital Nursing and Health and Social Care Professionals in the Hospital to inspire local transition year students to consider a career in the health sector. TY students from schools in Swords, Malahide, Balbriggan, Rush, Skerries and Portmarnock all took part in the programme. Throughout the week, participating students were given career inspired talks and insight into the multidisciplinary teams working in a modern day teaching hospital. Some of the participating students spoke to the County Leader about their experience and said they really benefited from career talks with industry professionals, informal talks, and ‘hands on’ experiences from all disciplines within the hospital. “It really gave us a great insight into the workings of a busy hospital,” they said. The week was organised by Marie Hennigan, Education Co-Ordinator Mary Keogh, Kate
Costelloe and Joan O’Byrne in Beaumont Hospital and is an annual event. Last year 20 students signed up to attend the career week, and this year that number increased by 30 students.
Pictured here from L-R are: left to right: Kate Costelloe, Head of Learning and Development, Marie Hennigan, Education Co-ordinator, and Mary Keogh, Nurse Bank Manager with some Transistion Year Students from Schools throughout the North County.
North County Living by Jennifer McShane
Family Ties Nora Roban, founder of Balbriggan based group Remember Us, is devoted to her family. Her youngest son, Paul was diagnosed with a moderate learning disability from an early age, and this was the catalyst that led to Nora setting up the group. Her life has revolved around the group, and her family life, ever since its foundations 15 years ago. She sat down with the County Leader to tell us a little more about herself, the group and why she could never imagine her life any other way. Nora, originally from Co. Mayo, arrived in Balbriggan 25 years ago and has happily called it her home ever since. Herself, her husband Pat and two sons, Paul and Daniel love being a part of community life in the thriving North County town. Thanks to Nora’s hard work and tireless dedication to Remember Us, both herself and her family are well known faces around the area. “The sense of community here is just fantastic,” says Nora. “I would have a lot of dealings with the residents, and that closeness is what makes Balbriggan such a terrific place to live.” The Balbriggan lady will be the first to admit that she finds it difficult to separate her personal and professional life. Even when it comes to speaking about herself and her own interests, the conversation inevitably goes back to the subject of Remember Us, thanks to Nora’s personal ties with the group. “I can’t help but talk about it! It’s really what my life centres around and I just love it. I can’t imagine, and wouldn’t have my life any other way.” Remember Us is an integrated social youth group for young people/adults with special needs and their families. It caters for members aged four and upwards from the North County and surrounding areas. I ask Nora her reasons for wanting to set up the group, and she says initially it was set up for her son, Paul. “I suppose it really was about wanting to have something for him, so this does make the group very personal and is the reason it means so much to me. When I was told that Paul had learning difficulties, I quickly realised there was no social outlets around the area and I knew I wanted to give him one. I also was aware that there would be many other families who would be in the same position as I was. What united us was the need to give our children a happy and fulfilled life, and having a social outlet, where you can interact with other children and develop into your own person, makes up a very large part of that.”
Nora has a very gentle and empathetic nature and this comes across as soon as we start talking. She also has boundless energy and it’s clear from the very start that there was no better woman to get things up and running. “I suppose I am a bit of a go getter all right. I saw the need for the group through Paul and wanted him to have the experiences that he should have as he grew up. But, the reason the group is so successful is very much because of a team effort. We’re 15 years on the go, which is really amazing and we wouldn’t be here without the input from the community, the volunteers and everyone who has worked with us over the years. We wouldn’t be where we are today without them.” She fondly speaks of her eldest son Daniel and husband Pat who she says have been a pillar of strength and so supportive of everything. She also says a personal highlight over the years has been able to watch her son flourish and grow. “One of the best things about it all has been watching Paul progress as a person,” she continued. “His confidence has grown so much over the years - he’s able to do more than I ever thought he could. As his mother, I feel so proud of him and not only that, but other children and families from the area have been able to achieve the same. It’s wonderful to know that I’m involved in something that has had such a positive affect on not only my family, but others too.” When I can finally get her to speak a little more about her outside interests (she says she has very few!), she loves spending time with her sons and husband (“the group is like my third child!”) and has a keen interest in golf. Nora and Pat recently celebrated 25 years of marriage and went on a trip to Lake Garda to mark the occasion, which she says was fantastic. Nora originally trained as a nurse, but admits she was far too nervous to persue it as a career. She spent many years doing various volunteer work before taking up Remember Us full time, and hasn’t looked back since. She says that another mountain she has tried to get over is driving: “I tried it a few years ago and found I just couldn’t hack it. It doesn’t hinder me in any way, but it would be great to try it again in the future.” She clearly is devoted to the well-being of her family. This is what has spurred her on to make a success of the group and is what makes her undeniably happy. “I just love my family and work. It’s my way of life and I wouldn’t be without it for anything.”
“I just love my family and work. It’s my way of life and I wouldn’t be without it for anything."
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By Jennifer McShane A local couple have started a fundraising campaign to pay for an operation to help their daughter to walk for the first time. Cara Leathem, from Balbriggan, was born in January 2010 nine weeks premature. At the age of 17 months she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Cara has been accepted for a potentially life changing operation in America called Selective Dorsal Rhizotom, which will give her the chance to learn how to walk one day. The operation will cost in the region of €60,000. Cara’s mother, Laura, had recently been in touch with the County Leader to explain the details of the procedure and fundraising efforts they will be taking part in to secure funds for the life changing operation. The fundraising campaign, entitled ‘Cara’s Wish To Walk’, began a month ago and Cara’s parents have been “blown away” by the support they have received in the community. Snippet “People have been so generous in the area and Skerries we’re already half way Rowing Club towards our target which A number of Skerries is absolutely fantastic,” locals are trying to set Laura told the County up a Rowing Club in the Leader. “The money will area. If you would like to go towards the operation try something new or and the aftercare, which maybe just get involved will include physio.” with the club and help Proceeds from a number out at this early stage of events including please come along. If skydives, quizzes and you are interested, send raffles have helped to an email to Adam at kick-start the fund. A ‘superman963@gmail.c quiz is scheduled to take om’ and they will keep place on Saturday, you updated with develDecember 8th at the opments. All are Hamlet Bar in welcome. Balbriggan.
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December 1st 2012 • 1.00pm - 5.00pm Christmas Tree Lights Switched on at 1pm
SANTA WILL BE ARRIVING Tariq Salahuddin, proprietor of Indie Spice in Swords was presented with an award for Outstanding Social Contribution by the All Bangladeshi Association of Ireland(ABAI) for his considerable contributions to the society. The presentation was made by Tanaiste, Eamon Gilmore TD. Pictured are, Iqbal Mahmud, Tariq Salahuddin, Dr.Jillur and Tanaiste, Eamon Gilmore at the award presentation.
Charity Christmas Day Swim In Portmarnock Ten years ago, the Jesson family of Onward Walk, Portmarnock, were devastated when their dad, Billy died from a rare brain tumour. They felt compelled to do something in his memory and thought it was important give something back to St Francis’s Hospice in Raheny, for all the care and support they received. The first Billy Jesson Christmas Swim took place the year he died in 2002 and was followed with a Golf Classic a year later. Over the past ten years, over 60,000 euro has been
raised for the hospice. This year, some of the money raised will go towards the Laura Lynn House- the first purpose built hospice for children with long term illnesses. Times have changed and it is more difficult to raise money, but the Portmarnock community is a generous one and last Christmas Day, more than 60 locals braved the elements of the Irish Sea. The co-ordinators of the event hope that this year the swim will be bigger and better then ever to mark the 10th year of it running. Why not join in
Thank You! Ray Donnelly lives in a beautiful home in Ard na Mara in the lovely seaside town of Malahide. The garden is large and is a sun trap for most of the long summer days and is ideal for enjoying long evenings outdoors. However, the garden seemed incomplete and needed a facelift to bring out it’s best features. So in 2006, Ray decided to do something about it. He said, “The paths and driveway were all plain concrete and, with the passage of time, they began to look drab and featureless. We needed to give it a facelift and new paving.” It was then that local landscaping firm, Virgoe McEnery came to the rescue. “We engaged a landscaping architect Ray Donnelly from Ard na to redesign the garden and she Mara, Malahide. invited tenders for the job. She subsequently recommended Virgoe McEnery and we accepted their tender and instructed them to commence work. In addition to the new paving, we had a large amount of new planting done,” said Ray. This involved removing a lot of old shrubs and some small trees. In the back garden, we had two areas paved with Indian sandstone, as well as one outside the front door. We were very satisfied with the work undertaken by Virgoe McEnery,” he said. “The company worked very well to a schedule and their work was immaculate. They cleaned up any debris that arose from the removal of old trees, shrubs and concrete. You’d never know they were there, they were so clean,” he enthused. “The overall result was exactly what we wanted. We’ve had Virgoe McEnery back on a number of occasions to carry out some maintenance work on the garden, which has always been done to our satisfaction.” Ray spoke glowingly about the relationship that has developed over the years with the company. “We have no hesitation in recommending Virgoe McEnery for any landscaping or garden maintenance work. One of the great benefits of using Virgoe McEnery is that there is no debris left around, as opposed to single operators, who leave work to be done by the householder. The cheapest price is not always the best option,” advised Ray. “There’s no doubt that Virgoe McEnery gave great value for money,” he said.
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OFFICIAL OPENING General Manager of The Lord Mayors, Stephen Flynn, Assistant Manager, Claire Dwyer, The Well Manager, Joe Savage and Michael Savage
Joe Savage is pictured with his wife, Catherine
Michael Savage, Philomena Savage, Con Dalton and manager of the Well, Joe Savage
Manager of The Well, Joe Savage, is pictured with his aunt, Liz Hickey who baked the cake shown
Robert Savage, Niall Savage, Deirdre Bates and Sarah Savage
Debbie Doolin and Conor Geraghty
Raymond Savage and Joe O'Neill
Manager of The Well, Joe Savage, Gerry Fitzmaurice, Managing Editor of North County Leader and Michael Savage
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Jodie Gibbons, Philomena Savage, Sarah Duffy, Roisin Keane and Jennifer Gannon
Paddy Hughes, Con Dalton and Dublin GAA All Star, Paul Flynn
Derek Fitzpatrick, Karl Davis and David Neary
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Swords Woman Wins Prestigious Care Award By Celine Quinn Deborrah Lynch was awarded with the ‘Director of Nursing Award’ at the Nursing Homes Ireland Care Awards 2012 held at Citywest Hotel recently. She was recognised for her work as the Director of Nursing at the Hamilton Park Care Facility in Balrothery. Deborrah, a Swords resident for 20 years, has been employed in nursing care since 1993, and has been with the Hamilton Park Facility since its origins in 2007. She received the honour for her excellent management and leadership at the nursing home, as well as her care and compassion for all persons living there. Deborrah was praised for her efforts in contributing toward the happy and fulfilling the lives of persons living and working at the Hamilton Park Care facility. Event organisers, Nursing Homes Ireland, represent the private and voluntary nursing home sector in Ireland. Nominations for the awards were submitted by nursing
Pictured are Pat and John Kelly from Lusk, who celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary in Rush Golf Club. Pat is the well known Secretary of Lusk Tidy Towns committee.
ROADS ACT 1993 – SECTION 75 Pictured at the 2012 National Care Awards are Tadhg Daly, CEO of NHI, winner Deborrah Lynch, Professor Brendan McCormack, Chair of NHI Care Awards Judging Panel.
home residents, visitors to homes, staff, and from members of the general public. A total of nine awards were handed out on the night to the overall winners. Over 400 people attended the ceremony, hosted by RTE presenter Marty Whelan. Two other finalists from North County nursing homes were also recognised on the night. Firstly, Janice McNamee of Beechtree Nursing Home, Oldtown, who was in contention for the ‘Nursing Home Catering & Nutrition Award’. And secondly, Szymon Fijalkowski and Viktoria Ptak of Newpark Care Centre, The Ward, were nominated for the ‘Nursing Home Innovation Award’. Speaking to the County Leader, Deborrah commented: “It is a great honour to receive this award. It was a tough competition with two other finalists, to be chosen in the end was wonderful, it was a real surprise! The award celebrates the hard work and commitment of the staff in Hamilton Park to the daily care and support of our residents. The NHI Care Awards really celebrate so many of the positives in nursing care in Ireland.”
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF KILLEEK LANE, SWORDS Fingal County Council hereby gives notice of the temporary closure of Killeek Lane, Swords to facilitate the Killeek Lane Rehabilitation Scheme on behalf of the Water Services Department which will be carried out by Sierra Communications Ltd. The road will be closed on Wednesday 05th December and Thursday 06th December 2012 from 8am to 6pm. Diversion from Killeek Lane to the R108 at Knocksedan Bridge and vice versa. Local Access will be facilitated where possible and extensive diversion and information signage will be in place.
Malahide Hockey Club Seeks New Members
Fingal County Council regrets any inconvenience caused in relation to this matter.
Training for Malahide Hockey Club takes place every Monday and Thursday from 7.30pm to 9pm at the Broomfield all-weather training facility (opposite Malahide Community School). The club plans to field four teams this season in the Leinster League and welcomes all new members. If you have any queries email malahidefingalhc@gmail.com
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HOROSCOPES AQUARIUS
Jan 20 - Feb 18
You’re not keen on change, and even unhappier with others making decisions on your behalf. In fact, this week, you’re likely to be fuming. However, if you keep calm you might see the golden opportunities involved.
PISCES
Feb 19 - Mar 20
Even in the most gentle of Pisceans there is a stubborn streak that stops you giving up hope when it comes to long-cherished goals. But indications are - that with one particular goal - that is exactly what you must do.
ARIES
Mar 21 - Apr 20
Accept that things simply aren’t going to go the way you expected and life becomes easier. Certain individuals want their way, and could create hell if not satisfied. Be patient for now your time will come very shortly.
TAURUS
Apr 21 - May 20
This is your week when good ideas will abound, or previously good ideas get better. However, the problem lies with others. You’ll need all the facts and figures. Appea-ling offers alone won’t convince banks or investors.
Gemini
May 21 - Jun 20
This hardly seems the ideal time to review the way you use your resources. But the insights triggered by planetary movement this week are deeply stirring. So much so, you realise that changes require considerable thought.
Cancer
Jun 21 - Jul 22
Nobody would accuse you of being rigid in your thinking. But there are certain habits that you cling to - especially when it comes to security, pleasure or control. Be prepared - all three are about to be shaken this week.
Leo
Jul 23 - Aug 23
You know that time spent on petty disagreements is time wasted. But others don’t, they insist on dissecting issues, though, there is so much that is more pressing. However, you feel that you should at least show an interest.
Virgo
Oldtown Company Scoops National Award By Celine Quinn Keogh’s Crisps beat off stiff competition countrywide to win the prestigious “Best New Business” award at the 2012 National Enterprise Awards. The event was organised by County and City Enterprise Boards in order to recognise the achievements of micro-enterprises in Ireland. Minister for Enterprise, Jobs and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, presented the awards at the ceremony held in the Mansion House, Dublin, on Wednesday 22nd November last. Keogh’s Crisps Ltd., which make hand-cooked crisps on their family potato farm in Oldtown, was set up by Tom Keogh just twelve months ago. Keogh’s supplies a number of Irish supermarkets, to New York based Dean and Deluca, and are hoping to expand into new countries next year. Keogh’s Crisps currently employs nine people and intends to hire more staff within the
next 12 months. Speaking to the County Leader, Tom Keogh advised “About 4 or 5 years ago, the idea came to me. As potato sales are in decline, we were trying to export to the USA. But they don’t allow raw potatoes through border control, only cooked potatoes. That got me thinking about crisps - they are light, cheap to transport and have good Pictured are Oisin Geoghegan (CEO, Fingal County Enterprise Board), Joe Harford shelf life. So for the (Chairman, Fingal County Enterprise Board), Tom Keogh (Keogh's Crisps), and Vincent next four years, I was Reynolds (County and City Enterprise Boards) at the National Enterprise Awards in the extremely busy with Mansion House, Dublin, on Wednesday 21st November last. research and developthe event. We’re delighted to get recognition for ment. I knew we needed to bring a top end, all the hard work we’ve done to get to this point. luxury crisp to the market.” Keogh’s Crisps, I’d like to thank Fingal Enterprise Board for their firstly honoured with the Fingal Enterprise Award financial aid when we were starting out and for earlier this month, represented the local area all their assistance. The North County is a poweragainst seven other finalists at the National house for food production in Ireland. It’s great to Enterprise Awards last Wednesday. On the win, see a food company from North County Dublin Keogh said: “We were awarded a lovely trophy at being successful at the top level”.
Local Playground Issues ‘Must Be Addressed’’ A county-wide signage scheme is set to be installed across North County playgrounds in an effort to discourage antisocial behaviour in local areas. The County Council intends to have signs installed at all North County playgrounds advising that they are for use by children under the age of 12, and that no one is permitted to access them after dark. The announcement follows concerns raised by local residents and councillors, and recommendations made by An Garda Siochana. The news was welcomed by the County Mayor, Cllr Cian O’Callaghan (Lab), but he said the decision was simply a small step in the bigger issues that had to be addressed. He told the County Leader: “Even though this is a small step, residents feel this might help the situation somewhat. What needs to be addressed is
why teenagers might be using the playgrounds in the first place.” “The recent late night soccer leagues have been a huge success, and this shows the clear need there is for more amenities for teenagers around the North County. It’s all about prioritising and getting some alternatives available for areas that may not have a community centre. If these steps are taken successfully, this will really tackle the anti-social behaviour issues.” Cllr. Darragh Butler (FF), also welcomed the signage and said that he wants to see the problem addressed and taken to the next level. “Obviously, this is an issue that is causing concern among local residents. The playground facilities are for the benefits of the entire community and I want to see the issues resolved so that they can be enjoyed by everyone,” he concluded.
BALBRIGGAN TOWN CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Little Ruby Plunkett, aged two, from Hamlet Lane was chosen to turn on the Christmas lights in Balbriggan last Saturday. Ruby is pictured here with her father, Terry and Cathaoirleach Larry Dunne, as she officially flicks the switch.
Lusk Tidy Towns Unveil Christmas Cards
Aug 24 - Sep 22
It will become apparent that if you don’t take a stand on certain issues, then others are going to continue as if everything was just fine. And what appears relatively unimportant now could become a real problem later.
Libra
Sep 23 - Oct 22
Few things are more pointless than arguing with those who won’t consider any viewpoint but their own. Normally it would be wiser to walk away. But it might be of benefit for you to listen to what they have to say.
Scorpio
Oct 23 - Nov 22
While you’ll have plenty of opportunity to vanquish past foes this week, it is important to keep the future in mind. In fact, you’ll want to act swiftly in response to revelations that accompanies a particular conversation.
Sagittarius
Lusk Tidy Towns Association had their Annual Christmas Card and Calendar launch on Friday 16th November last at Murray's Top Shop. Guest of Honour was County Mayor, Cian O'Callaghan and the launch was performed by Senator Darragh O'Brien. Pictured are: Danny Dunne, William O’Connor, Cllr Ken O’Farrell, Fr. Paul Hampson, County Mayor Cian O’Callaghan, Sen. Darragh O’Brien, Brian Dennehy, Pat Kelly, Ray O’Connell, Julie Griffin, Eileen O’ Donovan, Brian Egan and John Flynn. Seated are: Theresa Killmurray, Albert Cruise and Nina Flynn.
Balbriggan Senior Citizens
Nov 23 - Dec 21
Having already committed to a project, you’re unlikely to welcome the further changes ushered in this week. But, once you’ve calmed down, you realise that these are what previous shifts were preparing you for.
Capricorn
Dec 22 - Jan 19
Whether unappealing circumstances or unscrupulous people are the cause, you’re backed into a corner - and not too happy about it. Added to this, you can’t discuss problems openly. Best keep a low profile for a bit.
Lusk Tidy Towns Association recently unveiled its Christmas card and calendar last Friday, 16th November at Murray’s Top Shop. This is the 20th year the group has created the popular greeting cards and the guest of honour on the evening was the County Mayor, Cllr Cian O’Callaghan. Senator Darragh O’Brien was also on hand to launch the cards and the occasion attracted a good crowd. Chairperson of Lusk Tidy Towns, Pat Kelly told the County Leader: “With so many people emigrating and living aboard, it is lovely to have a reminder of home on their mantlepieces at Christmas,” she said. “The cards are of Lusk scenes and have been very popular with people both at home and away.” This year, thanks to the assistance of the County Council, a book has also been produced containing all the group’s cards, postcards, greetings cards, which show the major changes of the village over the years.” The cards cost €1, with all proceeds going to the local group. Cards and the calendar are available in local shops.
The Holy Family primary school teams have had great success in recent weeks in the Cumann Na mBunscol competition. The senior girls team, managed by Emma Keely, won through to the final in Croke Park at the end of the month. The junior boys won their division a week earlier in St Margaret's and received their Cumann Na mBunscol winner medals. Great credit is also due to James Devlin as he helps out with all the school teams.
Balbriggan Senior Citizens Group invite all senior citizens over the age of 60 to drop-in to the Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, any weekday morning from 10.00am until 12 noon for a chat, cup of tea, read the papers, watch television or enjoy any of the activities taking place in the centre. Balbriggan Senior Citizens Group weekly Bingo sessions take place on Tuesdays in the Senior Citizens Hall at 8.30 p.m. You do not have to be a senior citizen to attend the Bingo.
Santa In Balbriggan Balbriggan Cancer Support Group wish to announce that Santa is arriving on Saturday, 8th December from 2pm to 5pm at Balbriggan Cancer Support Centre at Unit 23 Balbriggan Business Park. There will be music and dancing and fun on the day. Entry fee is €2 per child, which includes a present.
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ne of the most recognisable landmarks in Swords, and indeed the greater North County area, is the Lord Mayors pub at the junction of Dublin Road and Forest Road. It is a place which has always enjoyed a wonderful reputation as a venue of high quality food and drink, friendly service and great value. In the past three weeks or so, the Lord Mayors has been transformed with the opening of the immensely atmospheric ‘The Well Café Bar and Grill @ The Lord Mayors, a bar and grill of the highest quality. Proprietor of The Well, Geraldine Savage, General Manager, Stephen Flynn and The Well Bar & Grill Manager, Joe Savage are, understandably very excited about the vast potential of The Well and are anxious to clear up a number of misunderstandings about the new venue. “People seem to be of the impression that it is a restaurant only, whereas it’s a Café Bar and Grill, which serves food from 12pm until 9pm. At this point, it resorts back to a Bar,” said manager, Joe.
Proprietor, Geraldine Savage spoke about the great effort put into this project by the entire Savage family. “Many of the family members have devoted a lot of blood, sweat and tears in an effort to ensure that every last detail has been scrutinised thoroughly. Without this great, time consuming effort by all, it would have been very difficult to see this project being delivered.” The Well, which opened fairly quietly on 25th October can best be described as the newest addition to Swords’ gastropub and nightlife venues. There is a heavy focus on
the very best home made, locally sourced foods by day. It then transforms by night, into a contemporary bar serving beers of the world, select spirits, cocktails and fine wines, along with mixed genre tunes on their state of the art sound system. The predominantly blue lighting is hugely effective in changing the mood of the place into a highly desirable chique night time venue. By day, from 12pm to 9pm, you can enjoy the finest cuisine, prepared by the hard working kitchen team, headed up by head chef, Fraser O’Donnell and managed by Joe.
“We take great care to ensure that all our food has been sourced locally and made from scratch in house. We strive to provide the freshest ingredients from farm to fork, no rocket science here, just hard work and, by the way, the only food in our freezer is ice-cream,” said Joe. “For the past three weekends, we have been packed and we had to accommodate people upstairs, due to lack of seating. We hope to increase our midweek business,” said Joe. When customers see this marvellous facility, there is no doubt that The Well will become an automatic place to wine and dine in Swords. Another great advantage is that there are 100 car parking spaces, which are free of charge to customers. There are three distinct areas in The Well. Zone One is called the Cave, where major sporting events are shown on a giant screen. This area can accommodate 15 to 25 people in comfort. It can also provide for private parties after the football has finished. The second Zone offers all genre music with a state of the art sound system. This is an ideal place to chill out and meet old friends and relax in an area that is transformed the moment darkness arrives. Suddenly, the fabulous lighting system transports you somewhere exotic and the party begins. “We had a Mojito Night last Saturday week and we managed to transform the place into a mini Havana. It was a fabulous night. I will only put on a promotions night when I know I can do it properly,” said a delighted Joe. The third Zone is the outdoor area, where, if things get too hot inside, this area is very appealing. It affords great views over
the historic St Columba’s Church and the Ward River Valley Park. The landscaping of the gardens has been very tastefully done and the stream that trickles past The Well is now visible and adds to the ambience of the outdoor area. “In summer time, this area is a real sun trap, as it has full sun all day long. We are in the process of putting up side panels and heating system, which will eliminate breezes and add to the comfort of our customers here.”
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Joe pointed out that he wants his valued customers to have a complete wining and dining experience at The Well. “We have a full wine list and whiskeys of the world, with cocktails as well. We want people to come here and enjoy a drink and something to eat. Our food preparation is second to none and the amount General Manager, Stephen Flynn of time spent on this is phenomenal. Food preparation is of paramount importance. “I have always had a penchant for cooking and wanted to do it profession-
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Swords Senior Citizens Hold Service Of Remembrance By Celine Quinn On Thursday 22nd November last, Swords Senior Citizens’ Service held a ‘Service Of Remembrance’ at the centre on Chapel Lane. The annual event, over 10 years in existence, is organised by the group every November. The service was attended by 50 senior citizens from Swords, Skerries, Malahide and Donabate. Speaking to the County Leader, Committee Chairperson of Swords Senior Citizens Eileen Power, said “It is a simple ecumenical service in remembrance of former members, family and friends, who have passed away and will always be with us.” Fr. Michael Carey of St. Colmcille’s Church, Swords, and
Pictured at the Swords Senior Citizens' 'Service of Remembrance' on Thursday 22nd November are Patricia Stevenson (Vice Chairperson), Fr. Michael Carey (St. Colmcille's Parish), and Eileen Power (Chairperson).
Canon Robert Dean of St. David’s Church, Killshallaghan, were invited to preside over the service. Members who had lost a relatives this year came forward to say a prayer and hymns were sung by the senior citizens’ choir. Swords Senior Citizens are a very active group and all are welcome to join. The centre is open six days a week. Many activities are held on an ongoing basis including bingo, bowling, darts, cards and fitness classes.
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Fingal Folk Club held a ‘Country and Gospel Night’ on Friday 16th November at St. Patrick’s Hall, Ballyboughal. All members attended in colourful country attire with check shirts, waistcoats, cowboy hats and boots. Local supporter, David Lynch, donned a Sheriff’s badge and six-shooter to maintain law and order at the great night of fun. A variety of music, including several banjos, guitars, accordions and a keyboard accompanied the enthusiastic singers. The folk club continues on Friday nights in St Patrick’s Hall, Ballyboughal, from 8pm-10pm. For more information see www.fingalfolkclub.com.
Opportunity To Trace Your Roots Are you interested in researching you family tree? Or maybe you have already started but need some help? A genealogical service for those tracing their roots in the North Dublin area is available in Swords. It is open on weekdays from 1pm to 4.30pm in the Carnegie Library, North St. Swords. For more information call 018400080.
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After the great success of last year’s contest, Balbriggan Community Policing Unit are again holding their Christmas Card Competition with the all the primary schools in the town. The winning design will be used by Balbriggan Garda Station as the Official Christmas Card sent out 2012. All school children from the local primary schools aged 8-13 have been visited by Garda Kate Daly Ní Bhroin and Garda Dave Sheeran from Balbriggan Garda Station to promote the initiative. Speaking to the County Leader, about the popular contest, they said: “The theme of the competition is ‘Keeping Our Town Safe at Christmas’ with a view to highlighting safety around the Christmas season. Designs must show what makes people feel proud to be part of their local area and community, what makes people feel unsafe during wintersuch as crime and road safety, and encourage people to stay safe during Christmas /winter.”
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‘A Christmas Carol’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ is taking place at the Millbank Theatre, Rush, from 13th-16th December. The show is an original adaptation of the classic story by Charles Dickens, and will be staged in celebration of Dickens’s bicentenery year. To book contact the Millbank Theatre on 01 8437475 and bookings@millbanktheatre.com.
Christmas Concert In Skerries Skerries Community Choir will present a concert of favourite music for Christmas at St. Patrick’s Church, Skerries on Thursday, 13th December at 7.30pm. Admission is €15. This promises to be a lively concert and one that will get you in the mood for Christmas.
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A new Foróige club will open for young people in the Drynam/Feltrim area. The club opens its doors tonight, Tuesday 27th November at 7.30pm. The club will be held every Tuesday evening from 7.30-9.00pm in Drynam Parish Hall. It is aimed at boys and girls aged 12 or over. The club’s aim is to provide young people in the area with a safe place to socialise, meet their friends and get involved in lots of fun activities. Foróige clubs are
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By Celine Quinn This is the fourth consecutive year for the senior team to reach a Gaelic football final. While the school team have been succesful reaching the last game of the ‘Fingal League’ for the past three years, this is the first year to reach a ‘Cumann na mBunscol’ final. Members of the senior team, made up of students from 4th, 5th and
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Snippet Craic As Gaeilge? Would you like to improve your Irish? Fingallians GAA Club have an friendly, fun Irish language conversation group for all levels in the clubhouse each Wednesday at 9 p.m. Classes are free and all are welcome. For further information contact Liam 086 3814422.
Lions Club Awards For Swords Students Transition Year students from two secondary schools in Swords, were recently honoured for taking part in and completing the Peer Alcohol Education Project. Swords Lions Club organised the awards presentation for Transition Year students from Colaiste Choilm Boys National school and Loreto Girls school in Swords, in the County Hall. The students were awarded Alcohol
Educational Award certificates for successful completion of the programme, and staff from both schools attended in support of their pupils. The presentation was also attended by the County Mayor, Cllr. Cian O’Callaghan and the District Governor of Lions International, Joe Smith. Speaking to the County Leader, Chairman of Swords Lions, Maurice Kiely, explained the
premise of the programme: “The Lions Club have been involved with this programme for the last number of years,” he said. “The way it works is that the Transistion Year students teach first year students about Alcohol Awareness and the Effects of Alcohol. It’ is of great benefit to the younger student body. On behalf of the Lions Club, I’d like to congratulate all the students for their wonderful achieve-
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Pictured at the awards ceremony for the Peer Alcohol Education Project at County Hall, Swords on Thursday, 15th November last are, Maurice Kealy (President of Swords and District Lions Club), Aidan Carey from Colaiste Choilm, County Mayor, Cian O'Callaghan and Joe Smith (District Governor, Lions Club International)
Pictured at the awards ceremony for the Peer Alcohol Education Project at County Hall, Swords on Thursday, 15th November last are, Maurice Kealy (President of Swords and District Lions Club), Amy Tuite from Loreto College, Swords, County Mayor, Cian O'Callaghan and Joe Smith (District Governor, Lions Club International)
Cancer Walk In Malahide Around 30 Ladies from Curves Malahide recently took part in an annual walk for Action Breast Cancer. This is the third year in a row the walk has taken place, and the group raised €1,000 to give to the charity. Speaking to the County Leader, Carmel from Curves in Malahide said: “The walk went very well. We were lucky in that we were blessed with beautiful weather on the day. We organise different
charity events throughout the year and as we are a women’s gym, Breast Cancer awareness would be very important to us.” “We also set up a ‘Bra Bank’ recently, which was also a great success,” she continued. “On behalf of myself and all at Curves, we would like to thank everyone who participated in the walk for their hard and dedication. The proceeds raised are going towards a great cause. As it is an annual event, we hope to keep up the momentum as the years go on,” she concluded.
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Senior Citizens’ Forum Hold Care Seminar Fingal Senior Citizens’ Forum held a seminar on Thursday 15th November at the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords. Entitled “Caring For Mind And Spirit”, the seminar was attended by a large number of senior citizens from all around the North County.
By Celine Quinn Guest speakers included representatives from the Fingal Age Friendly County, Carers’ Association, Age Action, and presentations were given on dementia and alzheimers, pastoral care, and personal care. The seminar provided information on the many local services available for older people, and offered advice and support with relation to care. Speaking to the County Leader, Jim Collier, PRO Fingal Senior Citizens’ Forum, said, “The aim of the seminar is to give people information about what services are available. So when the time comes, and they are in need of care, they know where to go and what to do. They will also then be able to help and advise older family or friends who may
be in need.” Collier said “I want to take it further than this seminar on care today. I would like to have more discussion about preparation, about what do you do in advance, and what basic safety and health requirements are needed in the home. I intend to create an awareness on having facilities in place in the home before it becomes very necessary.” “Too many older people are going into full-time care in nursing homes that could stay at home. I advocate that older people should stay at home for as long as is possible. That way they are nearer to church, to their family and friends, and can stay more active. That’s where they should be. Then, it might only be necessary to have a part-time carer. We need to do more preparation in the home to make that possible.” Pictured at the Senior Citizens' Forum seminar at the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords on Thursday 15th November are: Janice Kavanagh (Community Division, County Council) Jim Collier (PRO, Fingal Senior Citizens' Forum), Rowena Dunne (Community Division, County Council) Anne Marie Gargan (Fingal Development Board).
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Pictured at their joint 30th birthday birthday party at the Harp Bar in Swords recently, are Caroline Hughes and Yvonne Hayes
By Jennifer McShane recently, with a view to taking action to stem a downward trend in business in the centre of the town. Businesses in the centre of the town have taken a hit from the opening of the newly revamped Malahide Castle and Gardens on the outskirts of the village and the Avoca retail and cafe development within it, according to the chamber action group. Prior to its first meeting with councillors, the action group
LIA , the professional education and development association for those who work in all areas of the Financial Services industry, held its third Credit Union Awards ceremony recently. The prestigious ceremony recognised the significant achievements of Credit Union students, in attaining their CUG (Credit Union Governance), CUA (Credit Union Adviser), various APA (Accredited Product Adviser) and QFA (Qualified Financial Adviser) designations. Pictured at the Awards Ceremony are Swords and District Credit Union members, Anita Tynan, Michael McKenna, Joan Barker, Ann Hogan and Helen Walker.
told the County Leader: “We will be emphasising to them the serious decline in business in the village and the areas where we believe action can be taken to redress the balance between the Council’s commercial venture and the interests of the town’s rate-payers.” “We need a level playing field and investment in the town’s infrastructure if business is to have a future in the village.” The chamber has said that this year’s Santa and Christmas Lights projects are more important to encouraging people to the village than ever. A committee is currently working on organising an event for later this month that will build on previous events that launched the Christmas lights display. The chamber is also working with Gerry Walsh and Rodney Moore on the lights project itself. The chamber said: “Each year we improve the lights and this year will be no exception.”
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After its recent successful volunteer expo in Swords, the Fingal Volunteer Centre has lined up a smaller pilot event for Balbriggan which will showcase five local organisations looking to recruit volunteers. The organisers spoke to the County Leader about the upcoming exhibition: “We are adding a new pilot mini-expo in the Millfield Shopping Centre, Balbriggan on Thursday, November 29th from 11am to 6pm. We are limiting this pilot event to five organisations that either operate in Balbriggan or are recruiting volunteers in the Balbriggan area.” The larger Swords event held recently proved a huge success in linking community organisations and local charities with willing volunteers and it is hoped that this test event in Balbriggan will do the same.
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Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for Detached Storey and a half 4 Bedroom Dwelling Garage and waste water treatment system on site adjoining existing family home with new shared access at Knightstown Lusk Co Dublin for Ruth Chillingworth. 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 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 twenty euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of this application Signed Thomas J Finn Fingal County Council Retention planning permission is sought by Robert Savage Ltd for 4 no. free standing advertising signs and for all ancillary engineering/structural works necessary to facilitate the development at the junction of Rathbeale Road and Watery Lane, Swords, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.3016.30 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 Permission is sought for detached bungalow, on-site waste water treatment unit and percolation area & associated site works @ Oberstown, Lusk, Co. Dublin for Alan Rooney. The planning application may be inspected or
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