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Restoration Of Iconic Swords Church A Priority The restoration of, arguably, the most historically important building is Swords, has now become an urgent priority. St Columba’s Church, which dominates the skyline over Swords, has been closed to worshippers for the past year, after a large portion of the ceiling caved in. The site

By Patrick Finnegan buildings in the area. The importance of this area from a tourism potential viewpoint, cannot be over-emphasised, and here in the North County, we are lucky to have some very important and interesting buildings, of historical importance. We

Reverend Canon Robert Deane told the County Leader, “The cost of restoring the ceiling and church to its former glory would be about €500,000, which far exceeds the capability of the relatively small number of parishioners. From the safety aspect, the church cannot be used again until restoration and repair work is done. At present, our congregation worships at the nearby Old Boro School,” he said. Members of the Friends of St Columba’s Church are continuing to work tirelessly to raise the funds needed, but they face an uphill battle. This small dedicated group needs as much help as possible, and the hope is, that tourism chiefs will get their heads together and realise what a valuable revenue making resource that the restoration of this church presents. It must be said that the County Council have been proactive in realising the potential of the church, and they have nominated St Columba’s Church as their chosen charity at the St Patrick’s Day parade and the Brian Boru and Flavours of Fingal festivals. However, more is needed, and the hope is that this can be realised in the near future. A major problem is the heating in the church, which has been described as ‘prehistoric’ and this is believed to be a significant issue. Canon Deane added, “There is a real possibility that the entire ceiling could collapse, if remedial work is not undertaken soon, but this is all dependent on funds. The situation is not beyond repair, but funds are urgently needed,” he said. See information on the history of St Columba’s Church and comment on page 13

being fully aware of the vast potential of these sites, which attract many visitors, bringing much needed revenue to these communities. So, why is there no urgency in restoring such an iconic building, that could reap the same benefits as the aforementioned sites? St Columba’s Church is situated on the ruins of an ancient monastery, built by St Columba, and the Round Tower there dates from the 9th century. The monastery was in the news earlier this year, as the place where Brian Boru and his son, Murrough were waked after the Battle of Clontarf a thousand years ago. The Balbriggan Public Realm Historical research Committee wish to announce the has revealed that continuation of the Balbriggan there is very strong Town Awards. The Town Awards evidence that an which were traditionally hosted by ancestor of renowned Balbriggan Town Council, have Hollywood actor, Tom been a great success over the Cruise is buried in the years and have had the support of adjoining grave- the wider community. yard,which would The Balbriggan Town Awards further boost visitor provide an ideal opportunity for interest in the area. the community in Balbriggan to It will come as a nominate people who deserve surprise to many that recognition of their achievements there has been very in the areas of Community, Sport, little funding made Art and Culture. available by various The awards are aimed at recoggovernment agencies nising people who have repreor business interests, sented the community on a to restore such an national or international scale, iconic building. people who provide support to

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Pictured in St Columba's Church in Swords are Derek Evans (Friends of St Columba's committee), Rev Canon Robert Deane and Billy Goodwin (Friends of St Columba's committee) Inset: Pictured is part of the damaged ceiling in the church, which is urgent need of repair

where the church is situated, is on a hill overlooking the town of Swords and has been a place of Christian worship for over 14 centuries. The church itself, was built in 1817, and is one of the most recognisable

are careful to cherish them, and many people feel that such sites are the key to unlocking the great tourist potential of the area. Places such as Malahide Castle and Lusk Round Tower are fine examples of communities

By Jennifer McShane others on a voluntary basis, charitable works, artistic achievement or sporting success. This year’s Balbriggan Town Awards will take place in the Bracken Court Hotel on Wednesday, 19th November. Nomination forms are available from the County Council Office in Balbriggan, Balbriggan Library, Balbriggan Tourist Office and local shops. Nomination forms must be returned no later than Wednesday, 1st October to Balbriggan Public Realm Committee c/o Fingal County Council Offices, George’s Square, Balbriggan.

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The County Council has been shortlisted in six categories for the 2014 Excellence in Local Government Awards. The Local Authority have been nominated for awards in categories of: Supporting Tourism, Supporting Active Communities, Citizen Engagement, Smarter Travel, Best Library Service and Joint Local Authority Initiative. Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG), was delighted with the news, and told the County Leader: “The fact that the Council have been shortlisted in more categories than any other local authority

in the country, is testament to the hard work undertaken by them in co-operation with local organisations throughout the area,” he said. He continued: “In the supporting tourism category, the Council has been nominated for the Ireland V England Cricket Match which took place last year. I would like to congratulate the Council, Malahide Cricket Club officers and members, the ground staff, and the volunteers who were instrumental in making this event such a success. This nomination can be attributed to the hard work of all involved.” “It is encouraging to see that the work of our local authority is consistently among the best in Ireland and I am pleased that this is being recognised, despite the ongoing constraints of reduced funding,” Farrell concluded. The awards will take place on November 13th.

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Balbriggan And Swords Lead Way With Defibrillators

Gerry White from River Valley Tidy Towns group is pictured receiving a cheque from sponsor, Donal Ó'Ciobháin of SuperValu, Boroimhe at the beautiful flower bed at the entrance to River Valley estate in Swords. Also in picture is Cllr Joe Newman, who is a member of the local Tidy Towns committee

Rivervalley In A Blooming Good State Rivervalley/Rathingle Residents Association and Hilltown Environmental Awareness Group have been very busy over the summer months, keeping the area in wonderful condition. Gerry White, Chairman Hilltown Environmental Group told the County Leader, “We are delighted with the hard work of all our volunteers over the last four months in preparation for the local Tidy Towns and Fingal County Council competitions. All their efforts have paid off and Rivervalley/Rathingle estate has not looked better in over 10 years,” he said. They have a total of six flower beds around the estate, with over 1,200 bedding plants. The

On foot of the recent surge to have defibrillators placed in prominent locations around towns in the North County, Balbriggan is the latest town to have one. It is on display in Scanlan’s Garage, near the Church on Dublin Street, and is available for public use. Colin Hughes, proprietor of Scanlan’s Garage told Pictured outside Swords Garda Station, with the new defibrillator, which will be located at the station are, Garda Tom the County Leader, “I watched a demonstration Murphy, co-sponsor, Robbie Knight (Mid Knight), Michelle (DX2 Training Solutions), Darragh Lawlor, co-sponsor Keith Lawlor (Old School House pub) and Sgt Terry Donoghue which was given by Pat Gibbons and Berni Adamson of Berrick Occupational and First Aid Resources, who provide first aid and CPR training. It was on my mind for some time to get involved in first aid training. This spurred me on to complete the course and, as a result of doing the course, I discovered that there are very few defibrillators in the area. We went a step further and decided to buy our own. It’s an expensive item, but not if it saves a life,” said Colin. Pat Gibbons, whose company supplied the device said, “It is important that as many people as possible, should be trained in CPR, as well as defibrillator training.” Meanwhile, the concerted efforts of Darragh Lawlor, the Pavilions Swords Security staff member, who played such a leading role in highlighting the need for defibrillators to be located in public places, seem to be reaping dividends. Swords now has a second defibrillator, which is located in the Pictured with the new defibrillator for Balbriggan, which will be located at Scanlan's Garage Garda station. A delighted Darragh thanked all involved, including the local on Dublin Street in the town, are Pat Gibbons and Berni Adamson (both from Berrick Gardai, as well as the sponsors, Mid Knight Electrical, the Old School House Professional First Aid Training), Will Reilly (Scanlan's Garage) and Colin Hughes (Proprietor pub and DX2 Training Solutions for their help. Scanlan's Garage) many volunteers cut back the grass verge, cut the grass, cleaned out shrub areas, cut hedges, removed litter and graffiti and with the Council’s help, have removed over 1,400 bags of grass verge, cuttings and rubbish in the last four months. The group wishes to extend it’s thanks to Supervalu in Boroimhe, one of their main sponsors for their very welcome sponsorship.

Great Charity Walk In Oldtown The ninth year of the ‘Great Cappagh Walk’ will take place next month. Each year in Oldtown, a local resident organises a charity walk, all in aid of Cappagh Hospital. By participating in the charity walk, former patients are proudly showing their huge appreciation for the hospital. The walk is now an annual event, and is organised every year by Balbriggan man Leo Halpin, who had his hip replaced in

Cappagh nine years ago. This year’s Oldtown Great Cappagh Walk happens on September 14th at 3pm from Oldtown House. There will also be a farmer’s market and a barbecue, and two tickets for the All-Ireland Football Final will also be raffled (along with a whole host of other prizes) on the day. Thousands of euros has been raised for the hospital over the years, and Leo couldn’t be more

grateful for all the support. “We started out by raising a few hundred early on, and now we usually raise around €9,000 every year, which is fantastic,” he told the County Leader. “I want to thank all our local sponsors and everyone who comes out to walk for such a great cause.” I was in the hospital for a fortnight and I have never had a pain or ache since,” he explained. “Because I was so uncomfortable before my surgery, for years I never slept much, so I wanted to thank them for all that they did for me. The walk is my way of doing that.” All are welcome to come and support this wonderful cause.

Pictured here is Leo Halpin (centre), organiser of the annual Great Cappagh Walk, surrounded by locals who turned out in support of the event last year.

Triumphant Achievement For Swords Scouts Ten scouts from 49th / 136th Swords Scouts took part in the Phoenix Challenge and achieved a high Silver Standard for their efforts. This is the first time in nine years that a scout group from Swords had qualified to participate in this National Challenge. The ‘Phoenix’ All Ireland Scoutcraft Competitions, held over four days around the grounds of the Mount Melleray Scout Centre in Waterford, is the National Scout Craft Competition designed to test the skills of Scouts for real life situations and challenges. The competition, which encompasses many of the Scouting skills, took in four main basics on, Backwoods Cooking, Emergencies/First Aid, Hill Walking Skills including mapping projects and team

challenges. Here, the local scout group had the opportunity to put all that they have learned to the test in a fun and safe environment. The scouting team was expertly led by Patrol Leader, Conor Burke and Assistant Patrol Leader, Daniel Flood. The other eight team members; Barry Kelly, Aoife Holton, Eimear Rainey, Richard Parkinson, Max Whelan, Sean Fitzsimons, Hannah Flood and Sean Lawless all brought various strengths and experience to this successful team. The members were trained and guided by scout leaders, Paul McCabe, Lorcan Delaney and Darren Campion, who donated many hours preparing this Swords team for this tough, but fun challenge. Scout Leader, Claire Scanlon told the County Leader: “This is a marvellous achievement for our scouts and we are extremely proud of all their hard work and dedication. The entire 49th / 136th Swords Scout Group share and commend their success,” she said.

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Balbriggan To Benefit From Enhancement Fund Several months ago, the then Minister for Environment, Community, and Local Government, Mr. Phil Hogan T.D. approved projects worth a total of €2.975m across the country. The projects were proposed by local authorities for funding under the Public Area Enhancement Scheme. The purpose of the scheme is to allow local authorities, in co-operation with community groups, to undertake public area enhancement work

before and during the busy tourist season. The Balbriggan Community Council are delighted to report that €40,000 has been allocated to Balbriggan to improve various aspects of the town and its community amenities. The new Minister has now received specific proposals from local authorities, and will be approving them. He noted the wide variety of intended projects and said, “I am particularly pleased that almost all local authority plans include support

for the important work of Tidy Towns committees who do so much good work in their communities.” Other projects proposed include works to derelict buildings, old graveyards, public walkways, village and historical site signage, tree planting, street furniture and the provision of playgrounds. According to members of the Balbriggan Town Council, €40,000 has been allocated for Balbriggan for extension of footpaths,

26.08.2014 planting and street furniture. ”At a recent Area Meeting, Paul Smyth, Senior Executive Officer for the Balbriggan Swords Operational Area, outlined five projects which will benefit from a €105,000 grant from the Dept of Environment plus 20 per cent of Council funds,” a spokesperson for the Community Council explained. “At that meeting, four projects were outlined but the 5th, which related to projects for Railway Street in Balbriggan had not been completed. Paul Smyth said the funds must be spent by the end of September.”

Camogie Training In Swords Fingalians Under 8’s and Under 9’s camogie training is back in full swing in Swords. The local camogie group currently train in Balheary on Thursdays at 6.30pm and Sundays at 10.20am. All newcomers are very welcome.

Locals Compete In Tough Challenge For Charity

Ed O’ Donnell from Malahide and Amanda Ni Ghabhann from Baldolye are pictured at the base of Northern Ireland’s highest mountain 'Slieve Donard,' after successfully completing the challenge.

Unique Artist Project At Portrane Holiday Park County Mayor, Cllr Mags Murray recently launched a unique two month artist residency at Lynders Mobile Home Park in Portrane. The County Council Arts Office has invited a selection of artists, academics and curators to reside in the area for week long periods for the remainder of August and all of September. Artists taking part in the artist residency at

Portrane include Sean Taylor, Rhona Byrne, Andrew Carson, Gareth Kennedy, Mick Holly, Kate Strain, Vagabond Reviews and Dr. Maeve Connolly. Each has been carefully selected for their specific interest in local histories, rural profiles, geography, anthropology, architecture or social engagement. The participants will

Two local residents recently completed the HeadsUp Five Peaks Challenge, which involved climbing the five highest mountains in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. The aim of the challenge was to raise money for a special youth suicide prevention project. Ed O’ Donnell from Malahide and Amanda Ni Ghabhann from Baldoyle both successfully completed the challenge. A team of 19 people took part in the challenge overall. “Doing the Five Peaks was something that I have always wanted to do,” Malahide man, Ed told the County Leader. I have climbed some of the highest mountains around the world, but it still took me almost 30 years to get around to taking on this challenge. I am delighted to have participated and raised the funds for HeadsUp, a really worthwhile charity. Thanks to all involved, the weekend was such great fun.” “The 5 Peaks Challenge was simply amazing,” Amanda added. “My body feels bruised and broken, the weather was extremely mischievous and Scafell Pike was easily the toughest thing I’ve ever done, but I wouldn’t change a thing.” be using the time to explore, observe, document, reflect and meet with the residents, with a view to contributing to case study and a more developed proposal for the area. Speaking at the event, Cllr. Mags Murray said: “This is a new and somewhat unusual arts event and is a great way of combining our local,

natural resources with the skills and vision of creative people.” “The residency in the mobile home acknowledges the history and the beauty of this local area for the visitor, and artists will be living and working at the mobile home from now until the end of September,” she concluded.

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New Local Drugs Task Force To Make Huge Difference The North Dublin Regional Drugs and Alcohol Task Force has now moved it’s office to the Town Centre Mall in Swords, and is set to provide an essential new service for people and families in the local area, devastated by drug and alcohol abuse. “This is a fully resourced community care team and in the past ten years, there has never been a service comparable to this,” said Chairperson of the Task Force, Senator Darragh O’Brien. “We now have professionals, like clinicians who are working in the area to help families who are dealing with drug and alcohol problems. In just 10 weeks, we have had 66 referrals, from families and from people all over the North County area. This shows that this is a badly needed service and our new location in the Town Centre Mall, is easily accessible, with ample parking and the new centre has proper counselling and training rooms,” he said.

O’Brien continued, “Speaking to our GPs and to Curam, the adult mental health service, we have referrals from them and we are building up this service, with a fully qualified team of professionals, who will act as case officers for an individual. If someone comes in and they have an issue, say in the drugs area for example, they will be put in the care of a case officer. We will deal with all of the relevant agencies on their behalf and try to work them out of their addiction, and to show them a way forward,” he said. Clinical Operations Manager at the National Treatment Centre, Seamus Noone was very upbeat about the new service, when he told the County Leader, “I have been involved in this partnership for the past few years and there have been great developments in the past few months, and we have been working in partnership with the North Dublin Regional

Pictured at North Dublin Regional Drugs and Alcohol Task Force new office at Town Hall Mall in Swords are, Seamus Noone (Clinical Operations Manager, National Treatment Centre), John Dermody (Case Officer), Senator Darragh O'Brien (Chairperson, North Dublin Regional Drugs and Alcohol Task Force), Bríd Walsh (Regional Co-ordinator), and Case officers, Vince Rellis, Yvonne Davis, Gerry Ryan and Graham Emerson

Drugs and Alcohol Task Force , so yes, it is fantastic news for Swords, Donabate and the surrounding areas, to have this service available, where people who are on treatment, and wish to access treatment, can now access that treatment at a local level. The opportunity is there to work with marginalised groups in the area. It’s a great day for Swords,” he concluded.

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Local Businesses Swords Continues Fight Against Litter Triumph In Swords Competition

Pictured surveying the construction work at the Tullamore distillery site are new Tullamore D.E.W. US Brand Ambassadors Katie O’Donoghue from Malahide, Eimear Kelleher, Conor Neville and Mary-Jade Hynes.

The Swords Best Business Frontage competition 2014, held by the Fingal Horticultural Society, was once again a huge success with 14 busi-

reward the contribution of local businesses to the Swords environment, and judging took into account hanging baskets, window boxes and overall frontage

Malahide Girl Appointed San Francisco Brand Ambassador Malahide graduate, Katie O’Donoghue has been appointed by Tullamore Dew, the world’s second largest Irish whiskey maker, as the brand’s new San Francisco brand ambassador. Katie will be based in San Francisco and is one of four new US brand ambassadors recruited by Tullamore Dew to help capitalise on its strong growth in the US market, and the opening of its new distillery in Tullamore this September. Malahide-based Katie, will begin an 18 month programme of educating and advocating Irish

whiskey and Tullamore Dew in particular later this month. She was chosen alongside her three new colleagues from a total of 1,300 post-graduate applicants for her blend of confidence, charisma and commercial focus to promote the brand to an American audience. This unique opportunity for Kate and the talented Irish graduates was offered through the IBEC/Bord Bia Export Orientation Programme (EOP). The group already has three Ambassadors based in New York and Florida, and she will be the latest edition to their team.

Pictured is Fingal Horticultural Society President, Bernadette Marks, presenting the Clarke Cup to Des Lawlor, from The Old Schoolhouse, for Swords Best Business Frontage 2014.

nesses battling it out for the title. The Clarke Perpetual Cup was awarded to the Old Schoolhouse Bar and Restaurant for the second year in a row for their magnificent floral displays. Second place went to the Harp Bar, Carnegie Court Hotel, and third place was awarded to Tirconaill B&B, Longlands. The competition was open to all businesses in Swords, big or small, and had the support of County Council and Swords Tidy Towns Committee. The aim was to recognise and

appearance, and other floral displays which enhanced the overall appearance of the premises. The winners were announced at the Fingal Horticultural Show, which was held in the Old Borough school recently. There were over 530 exhibits ranging from flowers to pot plants, vegetables, fruit, eggs, baking, paintings, photography, handcrafts and special children’s section. The show is one of the oldest traditions in Swords, and is now in its 72nd year.

Local Film Festival Kicks Off Fingal Film Festival have announced their opening night film premiere. The doors open at 7:30pm on the 26th September at Movies@swords in the Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords. “Palo Alto” is directed by Gia Coppola, and stars James Franco and Emma Roberts. The film is due for Irish theatrical release on the 3rd October. Limited tickets are available now.

The latest survey by business group Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL), has revealed that the North County continues to uphold a high standard of cleanliness by national and European comparisons. Seventy five per cent of towns and cities surveyed by IBAL were found to be as clean as, or cleaner than their European counterparts. Swords was one of 18 towns deemed cleaner than the European average, while Dublin Airport and environs was considered to be clean to European Norms. The survey also found a dramatic improvement in the condition of roads to and from Dublin Airport. The IBAL survey found that sweet papers were by far the most common form of litter, followed by cigarette butts, fast food wrappers and chewing gum. The Council’s Environmental Awareness Officer, Edwina Dunford, urged members of the locality to continue to show good example by using public bins provided for all kinds of litter and to take rubbish home where bins are full. IBAL contends that residents associations, tidy towns groups and other volunteers are compensating for the scarcity of resources in local authorities in many towns, and indeed our local Tidy Towns across the locality are doing a marvellous job, keeping our local streets spick and span. For the first time, IBAL inspected the cleanliness of connecting routes between towns, which were found to be typically more littered than the towns themselves. The survey found that sweet papers were by far the most common form of litter, followed by cigarette butts, fast food wrappers and chewing gum.

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End Of Summer Chamber Business to Business Barbecue

Victoria Ivers (Belicoe Management) and Chris O'Connor (Paralympic Power Lifting Gold medallist)

David Conway (CEO National Sports Campus), Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber). James Scully (Keynote speaker and Paralympian swimmer) and Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Maura Cassidy (DAA), Rachel Lindsay (Fingal County Council) and Andrea Molloy (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport)

Tony Smith and Michael Smith (both from Irish Grass Machinery), with Oisin Geoghegan (Fingal LEO)

Jean Fitzpatrick and Karen Morris (both from Remember Us Balbriggan), with Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber) and Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Chamber President, Siobhan Kinsella is pictured with her niece, Sarah Kelly and her twin sister, Sinead Kinsella

Malachy Menton (Eco Mod), Michael Loftus (CityNorth Hotel) and Wolfgang Schwittger (Schwittger Management)

Emma Faulkner and Chris Melia (both from National Sports Campus)

John Delaney (Chief Executive FAI), Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber) and Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Joseph Doyle, Lisa Bassett, Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber), Julian Janssen and John Twomey (all from CPL)

Robbie Whelan (National Sports Campus), Jennifer McKenna (Crowne Plaze, Blanchardstown) and Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Sarah Bohan (Engage Ireland), Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber) and John Lambert (Print Logistics)

Rosabelle Walsh and Liam Griffin (both from National Sports Campus)

Stephen Lam (Malone Engineering), Ann Marie Farrelly (Fingal County Council) and Garret Roche (CPL)

Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber) with Ray Mc Gonagle (Sanuk)

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Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Balbriggan Community College, are Shane Richardson, Ian O'Connell, Marlena Drobniewska and Daniel Graham

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at St Mary’s Secondary School, Baldoyle are Yasmin Russell, Rebecca Roberts and Adele Miner

High Achiever Pictured after receiving her Leaving Cert results at Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan, is Ciara Keenan who received 490 points, with her grandmother Geraldine.

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Skerries Community College, are Megan Doyle, Sarah Grace Breen, Karen McMahon and Laura Hoey.

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Skerries Community College, are Jack Bentley, Conor Malone and Oisin McQuerins

Pictured are Oisin McKittrick and Conor Neary, after they received their Leaving Cert results at Colaiste Choilm, Swords on Wednesday, 13th August last

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at St Joseph's Secondary School, Rush are Stephen Wilde and Dylan Byrne.

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Skerries Community College, are Renee Cassidy, Graine Gibney, Aine Murray and Ciara McConvey.

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at St Joseph’s Secondary School, Rush are delighted students, Dalaho Salimi, Zwelakhe Malaza and Shaho Salimi.

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Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at St Joseph’s Secondary School, Rush are Ross Kelly and Daniel Brown

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan, are Eimer Reilly and Hayley Morgan.

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History Of St Columba’s Church St Columba’s Church is a beautiful Georgian building on a hill overlooking the town of Swords and was built in 1817. The site has been a centre of Christian worship for over 14 centuries, since St Columba established his renowned monastery here in the 6th century. This ancient site is home to a 9th century Round Tower, which is one of the best preserved and oldest one in the country. It is also home to a 14th century Square Tower. Throughout the centuries, as the reputation of St Columba increased, his monastery grew to become the most important in Ireland. By the 9th century, it’s significance was such that Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland, and his son Murrough, were waked here following their deaths at the Battle of Clontarf, a thousand years ago this year.

The present church was constructed on the ruins of the old monastery and was designed by Francis Johnston, who also designed many of Ireland’s finest buildings, including the GPO and the Chapel Royal at Dublin Castle

Comment The recently released tourism figures show a very welcome increase of 10 per cent in overseas visitors this year. The vast majority of these will experience their first taste of Ireland at Dublin Airport, a mere two miles from such an important historical site, as St Columba’s Church, graveyard and Round Tower. It seems a pity to let this golden opportunity slip through our fingers, because we haven’t the resources, nor the will to bring such a great building back to it’s former glory, for a relatively small cost. A 10 minute journey to a fully developed historical site, would be an ideal first impression for any visitor. This, allied to the full restoration of Swords Castle, would make the town a very important heritage venue.

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Reduction In Back To School Costs Welcomed Local deputy, Alan Farrell (FG), has stated that the fact that back to school costs are falling, as outlined in Barnardos’ School Costs Survey, is positive news for families throughout the North County. He told the County Leader, “Many families face increased stress when back to school time comes around each year. I am pleased that the costs associated with children returning to school are falling at both primary and secondary level, and in particular, that the costs of school uniforms and books are falling.” “It is encouraging that more school book rental schemes have been introduced in schools throughout the country and such schemes can do a great deal to alleviate the financial pressure faced by parents at this time of year.” He continued, “I would, once again, urge parents who may qualify for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance to apply. This allowance will be automatically approved for those families who have previously qualified and are deemed eligible again this year, without the need

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Policies Under Pressure With a leading authority on unemployment describing Eurozone polices as “stunningly destructive’, some noted world economists have again expressed concerns that the recovery, if any, is not long term and that recession in Europe may last well into the future. The French economy is experiencing zero growth, and Germany’s has contracted in the last quarter, while Italy is heading towards a triple dip recession, with Premier Renzi rebutting suggestions that his Government is set to raise taxes and cut pensions to stay within the 3 per cent GDP limits. Germany’s financial daily, Handelsblatt, depicts France as the sick man of Europe as President Hollande calls for the Euro to be weakened. Some leading economists have launched quite an attack

By Cathal Boland on current EU policies, warning that unless changed, they may result in a fresh debt crisis. All is leading to renewed speculation that Mario Draghi will retreat from the ECB’s long-term policies and opt for quantitive easing. Germany is still committed to low inflation, and Chancellor Merkel says it is difficult to manage a monetary system across 18 countries, when the sovereign parliaments refuse to implement the agreed policies of the European institutions. But she points out that crisis countries have cut their current account deficits and that lasting recovery is now obtainable. The geo-political problems have yet to show their full effects. The effects of the “Ukrainian sanctions” have not yet worked their way through the economic

systems, and analysis of their cost is awaited. The Russian counter sanctions have caused Dutch lenders to flag that their agri. sector will face liquidity problems. The Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Hungary and Slovakia are all dependent on Russia for atomic fuel, for their nuclear reactors, on which they are reliant for electricity. The Greek Energy Minister is seeking EU support in the event of disruption in Russian gas supplies. Even before the sanctions, Germany’s trade with Russia was down 19 per cent in June. The Ukrainian Prime Minister, Yatsenyur complains that the rebels have purposely targeted vital infrastructure, so as to leave lasting damage and the economy now faces serious difficulties, even if the conflict is stopped immediately. So even if the Ukrainian crisis is resolved in the short term, there would appear to be serious fresh damage done to the EU’s direct economy, and to some of its trading partners. Also, account must also be taken of the economic impacts which may result from the conflicts in Gaza, Syria etc. The Eurozone has major

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Local Counselling Group To Launch New Management System Fingal Counselling Service is excited to announce the launch of a new computerised client management system. The official launch date is 2nd September at 4pm at Brackenstown Resource Centre in Swords. They will now have a computerised client management system. This system will allow the group to save large amounts of information using less physical spare. “We believe that the introduction of this new system will greatly benefit our clients and our

supporters,” said Denise McDermott. “Information is a critical resource in the operation and management of Fingal Counselling Service.” One of the challenges we faced in recent times was to find a way to manage and record the growth in client contact and client data. We recognised that the use of computer technology would help the organisation better serve our clients by providing more timely and updated information,” she continued. Fingal Counselling Service is a community based voluntary counselling service, providing confidential, non-directive counselling on a one-toone basis, to couples and individuals. The service offers a safe and confidential environment where clients are encouraged and supported while working through their difficulties.

Lusk Company Wins ‘Great Taste’ Awards

Pictured at the Great Malahide Quiz in aid of Malahide Tidy Towns are James McFadden (Tidy Towns committee), with the winning team of Gerry Barrett, Stephen McDonagh, Diarmid Casey and Hugh Curran. Gerry Rafferty (Chairman, Malahide Tidy Towns) is pictured third from the right

Balbriggan Reps To Attend Cancer Conference The Irish Cancer Society will hold a free conference for cancer survivors on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th September at the Aviva Stadium, Lansdowne Road, Representatives from Balbriggan Cancer Support Group will attend. The conference, entitled Living Well with Cancer, is open to cancer survivors, their family and friends and aims to tackle the physical and emotional consequences that a cancer diagnosis and treatment can bring. A number of events will bring together national and international clin-

Pictured are members of St Finian's Swords GAA Club Nursey section, as they enjoy the club's Summer Camp at River Valley Park recently. Also pictured are club coaches, Eoin O'Connor and Ellen Dunne

Search Begins For Leading Local Engineers Engineers Ireland is calling for submissions from engineers and engineering organisations in the North County, to enter the fifth annual Excellence Awards. These awards recognise key projects, innovations and talent in Irish engineering today. Organisations, local authorities and engineers can enter online from now until 5th September. This year sees the introduction of a new category titled ‘Local Authority Engineering Initiative’ award. The professional body for engineering in Ireland is seeking entries from the local government on an engineering-led project which has been introduced in the past 24 months and contributes economically,

socially or both to the community in the North County. One of the most competitive awards in the competition is that of the Engineering Project of the Year. The highly contested award is intended to highlight the particular influence or benefit a specific engineering project has on society, in addition to recognising the exceptional engineering skills of local participants. Other categories open for submissions, include the Technological Innovation award, International Engineer of the Year award and the Engineering Education award. Voting for the Engineering Project of the Year will open in October and the winners of all the Excellence Awards categories will be announced, on November 7th, at a ceremony in the Four Seasons Hotel. For more information on the awards and details on how to enter, log on to the Engineers Ireland website.

ical and scientific leaders and cancer survivorship experts to discuss improvements in cancer treatments, as well as tackling the physical and emotional consequences that a cancer diagnosis and treatment can bring. The aim of the week is to highlight the increasing rates of cancer survivorship and how more people are living well with, and beyond, cancer. Clinicians, scientists and cancer survivorship experts will explain how, despite rising cancer cases, advances in the early detection and treatment of cancer are changing the landscape for those with a cancer diagnosis. Over 60 per cent of people in Ireland survive for five years or longer after a cancer diagnosis and go on to live a normal and healthy life.

Ballyboughal Pitch And Putt The 2014 Club Championship final was played on a beautiful sunny morning, with a very high westerly wind making the course very challenging. With the course fully in play and the pin positions in some very difficult spots on the greens, this was set for a very good game. Sixteen finalists went to tee, with four

ladies including two from this year’s beginners group. Two ladies, Josie Cahill and Bernie O’Driscoll gave a great performance finishing on Net 53 and figured in the top four placings. Congratulations on the day also to the winner,

Eddie Madden who was nearest the pin on the 4th and Mick Daly from Skerries, with a hole in one on the 18th. Runner-up was Marie Delaney with a net 52. Many thanks to the competition sponsor, John Jones.

Ballymaguire Foods, based in Lusk, was the recipient of five Awards at the recent Great Taste Awards. The company, which offers fully integrated meal solutions to the leading Irish Multiple retailers, was acknowledged for its overall excellence at the awards ceremony organised by the UK Guild of Fine Food. The five winning products in which Ballymaguire Foods collected the awards, were for the company’s private label lines, produced for leading retailers; Musgrave Group, which include Supervalu, Centra and UK chain, Budgens; Aldi, Lidl and Tesco. Commenting on the awards, the award winning chef and the company’s Managing Director Edward Spellman, said, “We are thrilled to have won these five prestigious awards. We must pay tribute to our team of food technologists, innovators and producers. Our small North County business is committed to creating world class food, from quality assured produce grown on our farm and surrounding lands of Lusk.” He went on to say, “These awards truly acknowledges our staff’s attention to detail and quality and all the hard work they put in to make our products to the highest standards and win the hearts and minds of the judging public.” Following a total brand restructuring, inclusive of parent company, Country Crest completed in 2013, the local company made the strategic decision to focus on own brand production.

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Exciting Autumn Schedule For Naul Arts Centre The new autumn schedule in the Seamus Ennis Arts Centre kicks off with Bluegrass family band ‘The Whitetop Mountain Band’ on September 5th and is followed by the launch of a new exhibition by Dervla O’Flaherty in the Easter Snow Gallery on September 6th. The rest of the season continues in the same vein, with diverse and exciting events happening

each week. Highlights are numerous and include Caoimhín O Raghallaigh and Dan Trueman performing from their recent project Laghdú on September 27th, Greg Trooper, songwriter to stars such as Vince Gill and Steve Earle, on October 24th, and many more. The centre will also host several fascinating talks throughout the season.

Pictured are members of Remember Us group, who took part in the Fit For Fun session at Flemington Community Centre in Balbriggan on Wednesday, 13th August last. The event was part of the Remember Us Summer Programme, which has been runnning for the past five weeks

Balbriggan Group’s Club Days Back In September Balbriggan based group, Remember Us will be resuming their club nights and days on Saturday, 13th September. They would like to express sincere gratitude and appreciation to the following parties for all their help in securing much needed funding for the group: Firstly, they would like to acknowledge receipt of €10,000 lottery funding from the Department of Health and to thank Minister Reilly for all his help and support during his time as Minister for Health. They wish

him every success in his new department. “We would like to acknowledge receipt of grant €2000 from the County Council,” said Remember Us founder, Nora Roban. “We also want to mention Angela Morris and everyone at New Ireland Assurance/Bank of Ireland Life for their donation of €2285.00, This represents the proceeds of their recent “Charity Friday” raffle which they ran on our behalf. Everyone here at Remember Us is extremely grateful for this generous donation partic-

ularly the young people and adults with special needs who will benefit from it,” she continued. She also thanked all at their community employment and TUS placements, Flemington Community Centre and Fingallians (for the use of their premises), Gormanstown Coaches and everyone at Nifti Bus for transporting the group on all their outings. “Finally, I want to say a massive thank you to our amazing volunteers who gave up their time during the summer to assist and supervise the young people on the day trips and home based events. Thank you from everyone at Remember Us,” Nora concluded.

Malahide Credit Union Launches New App Malahide Credit Union are launching a new cuAnywhere App to provide members with 24/7 access to their credit union anywhere in the world. The app provides the members with access to their credit union’s online accounts, website as well as email and mobile phone access. With Malahide Credit Union membership spanning all ages, Manager, Vivienne Keavey is conscious that the new service meets their needs in terms of efficiency, access and cost effectiveness. “This approach to community-based financial services, matched with the unstinting loyalty of our members, makes our credit union a significant service for people of all ages in Malahide,” she said. Thousands of members are also benefiting from an investment in the latest technology, including the introduction of a modern electronic payment service as

well as the new cuAnywhere App. This modernisation of the electronic service has been introduced by a new company, CUSOP, which was set up by credit unions and the Irish League of Credit Unions to provide an electronic payment service for credit unions throughout the country. Malahide Credit Union is the first credit union in the country to provide the CUSOP electronic payment service for its members.

Rush Musical Society Prepares For New Season Rush Musical Society, now in its 26th year, are gearing up to stage “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,” which will be performed for nine nights next March at the Millbank Theatre Rush.

The new season will begin in September with a series of Workshops to be held in Rush Community Centre. These workshops are open to all and will help members new and old to refresh their skills.

As part of the Pavilions Shopping Centre's Kids Club, Barry O'Connor demonstrated the skills of Gingerbread Decorating to excited childen on Thursday last, 21st August. He is pictured here with children, Alicia Reid, Daisy Reid, Luke Collins, Harry O'Neill, Helena O'Neill, Karina Rooney and Pierce Rooney, all from Swords

Swords Heritage Week is almost here, but there’s still time for you to get your entries in for their popular annual Swords Voices event, and their short story and poetry competitions. The 21st edition in the Swords Voices series will be launched during Swords Heritage Week, which takes place the first week in September, so there is still time for you to have your memories of ‘old Swords’ to be recorded. The Swords Heritage Centre are considering doing a compilation of all the issues of Swords Voices this year, and would be open to suggestions from locals about this. They are still accepting submissions for their annual Short Story and Poetry

Balbriggan and District Horticultural Society will hold their Annual Flower Show on Sunday, the 7th September in the Community College Balbriggan. The show is on from 2.30pm to 5.30pm. Admission is €2, and there is no charge for senior citizens or children. Exhibits of flowers, pot plants, vegetables or floral art can be staged on Saturday from 7pm to 10pm and Sunday 8.30am to 11.30am, and it’s 50 cent per entry. All are welcome.

Fingal Chamber Choir returns from its summer break on Monday, 1st September. They meet on Mondays in Balbriggan from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. They have a number of interesting projects to take part in this season, including a trip to Italy to take part in a festival celebrating 1400 years since St.Columbanus erected a monastery in Bobbio. New members are always welcome. Reasonable sight singing ability and relevant choral experience are essential. Please contact dmaxdub@gmail.com to arrange an audition.

Competitions and the ‘What Swords Means to Me’ contest. There are trophy and cash prizes to be won, and the winners will announced during Swords Heritage week, which starts on 31st August and continues until 7th September. The week will kick off with a Hidden History walk around St Colmcille’s graveyard, where gravestones reveal their own secrets, and you can view the final resting place of some famous local people. Many events during the week will take place in the museum, which is located at the Carnegie library on North Street. Please get in touch with the Swords Historical Society for more information on the competitions and various events during Heritage Week. It promises to be an event, full of excitement and surprises, that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

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Budgerigar Open Show Blooming Flower Show In Balbriggan In Donabate The 60th Éire Budgerigar Society Open Show will take place at Donabate Portrane Community and Leisure Centre in Sunday, 14th September. This is always a very popular event, which attracts some of the top breeders from Ireland and abroad each year. The event will be further enhanced by the presence of Europe’s top budgie breeder, Florian Bock, who will give a talk on how best to care for budgies. There will also be over €300 in cash prizes, certificates and special prizes on the day.

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Miracle Prayer Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask for a special one. Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it.Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Say for 3 days and promise publication. Thank you for favour received GM

MANTON (nee Gaffey) (Burrow Road, Portrane) - Aug 15, 2014 (peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital, Margaret (Peggy), beloved wife of the late Jimmy, sadly missed by her loving children Mairead, Seamus, Deirdre, Siobhan, Emer and Nuala, sons-inlaw, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchild Clara, brother Sean, sister Julia, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. CARR, Joseph (Joe) (Barcley, Flemington, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin), peacefully in the loving care of his family and staff at Bon Secours Hospital, Dublin. Sadly missed by his loving wife Bridie, sons Darren, Killian and Robert, sister Maura, brother-in-law Patrick, niece, nephew, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace. LENEHAN, Aisling (aged 9), (Lusk, Co. Dublin), daughter of Michael Lenehan and Tricia Lynch and sister Megan, Donnacha, Niall and Colm passed away peacefully at Crumlin Children’s Hospital on August 17th 2014. Where her charm, mischievousness and incredible vitality once filled our lives, there will now be a terrible emptiness. Her courage, her strength, her beauty and her love will always fill our hearts and give us comfort. May she rest in peace. HALLIGAN, (nee Tighe) (Coney Hill, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) Peacefully, at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Carol “T”, sadly missed by her loving husband Declan, mother Milly, sisters Lorraine and Milly, stepfather Eddie, mother and father-in-law Nuala and Paddy, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunties, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. May she rest in peace. CRONIN (Swords and late of Santry and Permanent TSB) August 16th, 2014, Eamon beloved husband of Jane, loving son of Ned and the late Betty and cherished brother of Maria, Anne, Helen, Seán and Brian. Sadly missed by his loving family, extended family, relatives, work colleagues, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.

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BUTTERLY (Rush, Co. Dublin) August 21st 2014, (peacefully) at home, Ciarán; sadly missed by his loving wife Pauline, sons Paul and Níall, daughter Karen, brothers Fintan and Barry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

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Fingal County Council Further Information – The proposed development detailed below relates to a Protected Structure (No. 196). Planning Application Reference No. F14A/0257. Permission is sought for the demolition of existing cold store & the construction of a kitchen extension & a replacement enlarged cold store to the rear of the building, minor internal alterations, new wider window to rear elevation at 1st floor level & a glazed canopy over the existing courtyard to the rear at “Seasons”, 11 Strand Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin for Mel Connors. This building is located within an Architectural Conservation Area. Significant further information in relation to the application has been furnished to the Planning Authority and is available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the further information may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20), not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the Planning Authority. Fingal County Council Permission is sought for the reclamation of unused land to agricultural land by the deposition of inert subsoil & topsoil at Salmon, Balrothery, Co. Dublin for Andrew Cassin. The duration of this proposal will be for 5 years. This proposal will require a Waste Permit (subject to a separate application). The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours 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 (20 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Retention Permission is sought for the following (1) Wider kitchen window in 1 bed apartment at ground floor level to match windows above. (2) Aligned external wall, windows and door screen at first floor level on the south east elevation. (3) Glass block wall on the south east elevation. (4) 3 no. Velux roof lights to the existing roof which was previously granted under planning reference F03A/1166 all located at Junction of Old Street & Railway Avenue, Malahide, Co Dublin which is within an architectural conservation area and is within curtilage of an existing protected structure for Mr. Ken McAllister. Fingal County Council The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday - Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council 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 Further Information / Revised Plans WE Valerie and Neil O’Keeffe are APPLY FOR PERMISSION at 11 South Strand Skerries Co Dublin Reference number of the application on the Register F14B/0092

Demolition of existing porch area to the front and the construction of a 2 storey bay window unit and single storey glazed porch area. Together with raising of existing ridge height by approx. 290mm, construction of dormer unit to front roof area and 1 no. velux window. Construction of 1 number dormer unit to extend rear roof area and 1 no. velux window to provide attic level accommodation. Proposed extension to first floor bedrooms at rear. Alterations to existing window openings and facade together with ancillary works in the rear garden. That significant further information/revised plans, in relation to the application have been furnished to the Planning Authority, and are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the office of the authority during its public opening hours. That submissions or observations in relation to the further information/revised plans may be made in writing on payment of a prescribed fee(€20.00), no later than 2 weeks after receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice with the planning authority. Fingal County Council I, H. Murtagh, Intend to apply for Permission for a development at Rolestown, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of relocation and erection of a previously demolished storage building under planning application ref: F13A/0376, and all ancillary site works. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during the public opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday – Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin (to inspect Planning Applications on all lands except those lands to the west of the N2) Fingal County Council, Grove Road, Blanchardstown, Fingal, Dublin 15. (to inspect Planning Applications on all lands west of the N2) A submission or observation in relation to the Application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, 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 Application for full Planning Permission for alterations to previously approved F12A/0118, with a new house design comprising of a 4 bedroom detached dormer bungalow, with a new double garage (floor area 102 sq.m.), a new covered balcony to rear, an increase in ridge height of 220mm, and a net increase in floor area of the new house floor plan of 116 sq.m. over the existing previously granted. The revised house design will match the existing façade detailing, form and finish materials as per the previously granted house, all at Site B, Newbridge Avenue, Donabate, Co. Dublin. Signed Martin & Kathleen Keogh This application may be inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am-3.30pm, monday-friday, at the offices of Fingal Co. Co., County Hall, Main St., Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal Co.Co. of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for: 1/ Construction of new dormer extension to rear of existing dwelling to include raising of ridge

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26.08.2014 line to accommodate same. 2/ Construction of single storey extension to rear 3/ Construction of single storey extension to side 4/ Construction of new porch to front and associated site works all to existing dwelling at 11 Hayestown, Rush, Co. Dublin. signed Niall & Fiona Leahy 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 Nicola Butterly at Balcunnin, Skerries, Co. Dublin for development on foot of approved development Reg. Ref. F13A/0386. The development consists of a revised design proposal to provide for a single storey, detached dwelling of 271 sq.m, including a revised location for vehicular access. The development includes all ancillary and associated site works including a waste water treatment system. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council I Fintan Gorman, seek planning permission at Inwood, South Strand, Skerries, Co. Dublin for an extension at ground floor level and an extension at first floor level to the rear of an existing dwelling,also the replacement of existing windows and doors 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 Permission for a new 2 storey detached dwelling and all associated siteworks at rear of No.2 Hoar Rock, Skerries, Co. Dublin. Signed K. Maypother. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during the public opening hours of 09.30 -16.30 Mon.-Fri. at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought for construction of 12no. 2 storey houses, consisting of 6 no. 3 bedroom semi-detached houses, 2 no. 3 bedroom detached houses and 4 no. 4 bedroom detached houses on previously approved (Reg Ref; F06A/0945 and F07A/1374) sites 46 57 incl (approved numbering layout), Sea Brook, Site Fronting Brook Lane, Rush, Co Dublin for Carroll Estates Dublin Ltd. The application also includes the provision of 2 no. within curtilage car parking spaces per house and all associated site works. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority 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 of 20 euros within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Application for full Planning Permission for alterations to previously approved F12A/0118, with a

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