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Reilly Calls For ‘Day Hospital’ For Swords Local Fine Gael senator and former Minister for Health, Dr James Reilly is calling on his party colleague, Minister Simon Harris to set about providing a Day Hospital in Swords. This, he maintains will take the pressure off major hospitals, where smaller medical procedures can be carried out in Swords. Dr Reilly’s judgement was called into question when, as Minister for Health, he was lambasted for adding Balbriggan to the list for Primary Care Centres. This furore almost toppled the Government and caused the loss of a junior minister in Roisin Shortall. However, with perfect vision provided by hindsight, the result of his far sighted judgement has seen the delivery of a world class Senator Dr. James Reilly Primary Care Centre, about to open soon in Balbriggan, which will have a profound effect on health service provision in the locality. Dr Reilly made his appeal for a day hospital for Swords, while addressing the Seanad last week on the problems facing the health service. He said, “Whilst we have terrible trouble now with waiting times and people on trolleys, they are influenced very much by what happens in primary care and early diagnosis and early intervention, which are critical,” he said. “Equally, what happens after treatment, in terms of facilities for people to return home. Most people want to go home. In that context, I want to raise the need for a day hospital in Swords to serve the needs for the people of North County Dublin. Both the Mater Hospital and Beaumont Hospital are large regional hospitals with national specialities and regional specialities and services. Very often, surgery has to be day surgery and places are taken up by acute admissions from the night before,” he said. “If we had a separate Day Hospital in Swords, which is accessible to over 100,000 people and beyond, many of these procedures can take place there, like hernias, gall bladder surgery, cataracts, plastic surgery etc. These are very successfully being carried out currently in places like Ennis, Louth County Hospital in Dundalk, Roscommon and Nenagh. I am calling on the Minister to give consideration to the provision of a day hospital for Swords and hopefully he can come in to the Seanad at some time to discuss this proposal at length,” concluded Reilly.

Skerries man, Fergal Butler is a remarkable man by any stretch of the imagination. Not only is he the full-time carer for his wife, Lynda who is an MS sufferer and his son Kyle (15), who has cerebral palsy, he is in the process of renovating a 35 foot cabin cruiser. His main motivation for renovating the boat, is that it can be used by the entire family for holidays on the River Shannon.

obvious that Fergal is a man of outstanding skills. There is a fitted hoist to lift Kyle into bed, as well as all areas being accessible for Lynda to negotiate. All electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, painting and engine work have been expertly completed by Fergal. He told the County Leader about how his passion for restoring boats began. “I started building small wooden boats that could fit into my back garden. It helped me look after By Patrick Finnegan Lynda Butler is pictured with her my young son, Kyle, where I could Fergal, who is a handyman extra- husband Fergal during a break from work there and pop in and out of ordinaire, having recently won the renovation work. the house as needed. The plan was All-Ireland Arro sponsored King of to sell them on and eventually buy a DIY in a facebook competition, has no formal training cruiser and adapt it. Unfortunately one of the boats in any of the skills required to undertake such an sank, but another one is on display at Wineport Lodge undertaking. Undeterred, multi-talented Fergal set on Lough Ree, which is used by them for weddings about retrieving the cruiser, which was sunk in the and photo shoots.” Jolly Mariner Marina in Athlone. Fergal set about Fergal started work on the new cruiser last May and he retrieving the stricken boat, with one particular goal in intends to have it completed by April or May this year. mind. He was determined to make his dream boat It will be used primarily for holidays on the Shannon. totally wheelchair accessible for the other dream boat Lynda, who also hails from Skerries, said, “I really feel in his life, Lynda and his son, Kyle. He believes that it excited about this venture because it’s going to give will be the only fully wheelchair accessible cabin our family the freedom that we never had to go on cruiser in the country. From the moment you come on holidays together, to be on holidays and enjoy life board the beautifully and lovingly restored cruiser, it is together,” she said.

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Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan had a very exciting outing last week, when they visited the National Symphony Orchestra in the city. The music students of third, fifth and sixth year were brought to the NSO with their teachers Ms McFadden, Ms Flynn and Ms Kearns from the music department. Composer, Paul Rissmann gave illustrated presentations on their set learning and the students

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musicians playing and following the conductor, it’s inspiring. The girls are studying Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet as it’s a set piece on the Leaving Cert exam and this was a great learning experience for them.” It was Catholic schools week last week and the school marked the week in many ways not only with the visit to the NCO, but on St Brigid’s day they celebrated with morning prayer and some of the students got to visit the Parish Church to celebrate mass in the community.

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St Francis Hospice Raheny has been the charity of choice for Swords Pavilions Shopping Centre for the years 2015, 2016 and also for the remainder of this year. Centre Director, Ian Hunter and Deirdre King, Marketing Manager paid a visit to St Francis Hospice to present them with a huge cheque for €66,324.71. Speaking at the presentation, both Sr. Margaret Cashman and Ward Manager, Mary Condon said, “We were delighted to welcome Ian Hunter, Swords Pavilions Shopping Centre Manager and his colleague Deirdre King, Marketing Manager, to the Hospice to thank and acknowledge the very generous fundraising that has been carried out at the Pavilions by their staff, supported by their customers throughout 2015 and 2016. The incredible funds raised at

the Pavilions Shopping Centre for the past two years has culminated in the massive total of €66,324.71. These monies have been put towards the purchase of specialised beds and mattresses for St. Anne’s 19 Bed InPatient Unit, Raheny. They advised that having these specialised beds on the unit brought huge comfort to patients and made it easier for staff when caring for the patient. “We are delighted to announce that our partnership with the Pavilions Shopping Centre and their staff will continue throughout 2017. This year we hope to raise funds for a Jacuzzi Bath and Patient Hoist. Again our deepest thanks to the Management, Staff and customers of the Pavilions Shopping Centre, we are very fortunate to have such committed support,” they concluded.

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Local News

14th February 2017

Dublin Fire Brigade Services Must Be Retained Local Fianna Fáil TD, Darragh O’Brien has expressed his support for the full retention of services provided by Dublin Fire Brigade across the city, and particularly in Swords, Skerries and Balbriggan. He maintains that a HSE proposal to merge services could have negative impact on the North County. O’Brien made his comments following a recent visit to Swords Fire Station with party colleagues Cllr Brian Dennehy and Cllr Eoghan O’Brien. O’Brien said, “Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) has been providing crucial ambulance

services to the citizens of the city and North County since 1898. They now operate with life-saving equipment and over 800 trained firefighter paramedics work to provide immediate medical assistance to members of the public in need of treatment 24/7, 365 days a year. Staff must be lauded for their ability to respond to thousands of emergency calls across the capital every year,” he said. “I am deeply concerned by plans revealed by the HSE, which propose to remove the delivery of Dublin’s ambulance service from Dublin Fire Brigade

and instead merge the service with the National Ambulance Service. This proposal could have a hugely negative impact on our area and the delivery of services from the DFB call centre must be retained.” O’Brien continued, “I strongly oppose any move to withdraw resources during a period of increased responsibility and decreasing budgets which make operating adequate services a near impossible task.” “On my visit to the station In Swords, I reinforced my party’s support of DFB, DFB Ambulance and its entire staff and crew. We must protect those in Swords Fire Station who provide a full-time fire, rescue, and ambulance service which serves our whole community,” he concluded.

Pictured outside Swords Fire Station are, Cllr Brian Dennehy, Martin Cooke (Station Officer), Garry Hayden (Fire fighter), Ian Lawless (Fire fighter), Darragh O'Brien TD, Rob Tierney (Station Officer), Ken Clarke (Fire fighter), Mark Donnelly (Fire fighter), Cllr Eoghan O'Brien and Dave Kenny (Fire fighter)

Fingallians GAA Club in Swords recently had some signs as Gaeilge put up around the club recently. Theu were sponsored by AIB Swords. Pictured are Susan Farrell and Liam Ó Culbáird, with Ger Heskin, Manager of AIB Swords and Coman Goggins (AIB Swords) with some of the Fingallians GAA Club juvenile sector

New LGBTQ+ Book Club In Balbriggan Balbriggan resident, Liz Bourke is in the process of organising an LGBTQ+ book club in association with Balbriggan Library. The book club meets on the last Thursday of every month between 6.30pm and 7.30pm in Balbriggan Library. Liz explained to the County Leader, “I couldn’t find a local LGBTQ+ book club, so I decided to start one. Apparently this is the first LGBTQ+ book club to operate in Fingal County Library premises. They are setting up the room and they’ve added us to their mailing list. The book club will meet once a month. When I was younger, I could’ve really used more LGBTQ+ visibility locally, and I want to help build the sense of community I wish I’d had,” she said. “The book club is primarily aimed at LGBTQ+ people, but it’s open to everyone who likes to read. Anyone who’s interested in the books we’re reading is welcome to come along, as long as they understand that homophobia and transphobia aren’t welcome. So far, I have had some interest in the project, and Assumpta at Balbriggan library has been very helpful,” said Liz. The next meeting of the Balbriggan LGBTQ+ book club will take place on Thursday 23rd February at 6.30pm. The book for discussion is Madeline Miller’s awardwinning ‘The Song of Achilles’ (Bloomsbury, 2012).

Liz Bourke is pictured in Balbriggan library with the novel, 'The Song of Achilles' which will be debated at the next LGBTQ+ book club meeting in Balbriggan library

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14th February 2017

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Linda Cruise, Rosemarie Barrett, Special guest Professor Brian McCraith (DCU) and James Corcoran

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Deputy Principal, Caroline Cooney and Principal, Patricia Knightly enjoy the festivities at the Carnegie Court Hotel

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Local News

14th February 2017

Reilly Welcomes Good News For Self Employed Local senator, James Reilly (FG) has advance in the level of cover available to the welcomed the news that self employed self-employed,” he said. people are now entitled to an Invalidity He continued, “Also from next month, the Pension and other new benefits. self-employed will have access to the treatReilly said, “I am delighted Minister Varadkar ment benefit scheme which includes free has confirmed to me that there will be major eye and dental examinations, and contribuimprovements in the services available to the tions towards the cost of hearings aids. self employed paying class S PRSI. Treatment benefit entitlements will also be “For the first time, self-employed contribuextended from October 2017 to provide tors will be eligible for the Invalidity Pension Senator Reilly further dental and optical benefits both for from December 2017. This will give the selfemployees and the self-employed,” Reilly employed access to the safety net of State income confirmed. supports if they become permanently incapable of “The new PRSI measures also benefit people who work, as a result of an illness or disability without take early retirement who might otherwise have having to go through a means test. This is a real their State pensions reduced, people who go over-

Balbriggan Worker Awarded As Unsung Hero

Balbriggan resident, Nuno Filipe Vieira Coelho (centre) is pictured with Kilkenny GAA Hurling Star, Richie Hogan (right) and ISS Managing Director, Eric Doyle

Nuno Filipe Vieira Coelho from Balbriggan, originally from Portugal, was among 150 people working in private and public sector businesses and facilities across Ireland, who were honoured recently in the GEM Awards, (Going the Extra Mile). The awards were presented by ISS Ireland, a major provider of outsourced site services, employing over 3,500 people throughout Ireland. According to the judges, Nuno, who is married, joined the East Coast Catering, Hatch Hall Catering team in the summer of 2014. Since his arrival to the site, his attention to

detail has been remarkable and his friendly and welcoming personality comes through in his daily interactions with residents. His organisational skills and punctuality are faultless and he has set a high standard for other security officers that have come to train on the site. Nuno is described as an integral part of the Hatch Hall team. The Irish GEM Awards were presented by Richie Hogan, the popular Kilkenny Hurling GAA Star, who said he was delighted to participate in the event which recognises the hard work and dedication of frontline staff in the services sector.

seas for a few years and do not pay into an equivalent system, people who retire early due to illhealth, and also parents who decide to stay at home.” The live register figures have dropped by 37,601 or 36 per cent in County Dublin since 2012 as more people find jobs due to the implementation of the targeted action plan for Jobs. These changes build on the other social insurance reforms including, the introduction of Paternity Benefit last year, as well as a range of important measures announced on Budget Day. From next month the self-employed will have access to the treatment benefit scheme which includes free eye and dental examinations, and contributions towards the cost of hearings aids. Treatment benefit entitlements will also be extended from October 2017 to provide further dental and optical benefits both for employees and the self-employed. Even more significantly, selfemployed contributors will be eligible for the Invalidity Pension from December 2017.

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Garden Talk In Balbriggan Balbriggan and District Horticultural society will have a garden talk on Composting & Autumn Vegetables by Dominica Mc Kevitt (Head Gardener Ardgillan Castle) on Thursday, 16th February at 8 30 pm in the Scouts den Market Green Balbriggan ( beside Lidl ) Admission €5.

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6 Ways to Stay Motivated Paying off Debt It’s not easy paying off debt, seeing money go out the window each month can be disheartening. A lot of us just want to pack it in and quit when the balance doesn’t seem to be getting as By Darren O’Reilly small as you like. But fear not, its doable! Most of us are in the same situation and others have gone before us, the last thing you want to do is end up further in debt so stay focused and don’t revert to old habits. Here’s 6 ways to help you stay motivated:

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The Pavilions Shopping Centre has a treat in store for foodies, when everybody’s favourite foodie and author, Roz Purcell will be at the centre on Saturday, 25th February from 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Roz will be taking simple natural ingredients to create mouth-watering dishes. If you have any questions, Roz will be there to answer them. And if all that has got you feeling inspired, fitness and lifestyle gurus, Rob Lipsett and Sarah Godfrey will be there from 3pm to 4pm. They will be there to advise and guide you through your fitness journey.

Whether its going for dinner or buying new shoes, allow yourself to spend your money once in a while. Otherwise its too discouraging not seeing a cent of what you work for. Plan these days in advance and you’ll have motivation to stay on track and work towards them.

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Seeing your debt get smaller and smaller puts a pep in your step. Try sticking a note to your mirror with your current total and update the figure every time you make a payment – c'mon you can do it!

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BUDDY UP Find someone you can be accountable to, this could be your partner, best friend or someone who has already been on a similar journey. Your buddy can help you stay on track and give you advice, clearing debt doesn’t need to be lonely!

Just like your debt didn’t accumulate in a month it won’t be paid off in a month! If you’re doing everything you can and you’re on top of your budget, there’s nothing more you can do! Just stay focused and look forward to the day you’re making your final payment – you got this!

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Local News

14th February 2017

Residents of Knocksedan Appeal To Dublin Bus The Residents Association of Knocksedan Swords are calling on the National Transport Authority (NTA) to extend some of the Dublin Bus routes by one stop by moving the terminus from Swords Manor to the entrance to the estate of Knocksedan Demesne. The housing estate of Knocksedan Demesne is over fifteen years old now and has a large number of teenagers attending school and College. There are also a lot of other residents travelling into

Swords and surrounding areas through to the city centre with no cars or travel availability.

By Taylor Mooney The current terminus of Dublin Bus numbers 41, 41C and 41X that service Swords Manor is a four minute drive away from Knocksedan. However when walking this dangerous journey on a narrow twisty back road,it can take up to thirty minutes or more. A lot of teenagers use the forest at the back of the estate as a

shortcut to get to Swords Manor. This journey usually takes at least twenty-five minutes and can be quite terrifying when walking alone. Recently the 41X Dublin Bus Route began a service from Knocksedan after a lot of pleading from the residents. This is a great start for some students, but still leaves a lot of others stranded unless the chance of driving or car-pooling is taken. The service proceeds twice in the morning from Knocksedan at 7.20am

and 7.45am. This stop is also the last for the journeys that depart from UCD at 5.00pm and 5.15pm. Local resident of Knocksedan, Christen Mooney told the County Leader, “I frequently need to use the services that Dublin Bus provides to Swords Manor, it is very frustrating to see that no further extensions on the routes departing from Swords Manor have been made to avail of those who cannot use the 41X and that instead, have to make dangerous journeys when they need to use the bus.” The County Leader tried to contact Dublin Bus,but at the moment are awaiting a comment.

Progress For Rush Credit Union Members Residents of Rush and Lusk will be happy to learn that, Progressive Credit Union, has acquired the loan book and buildings of the former Rush Credit Union. The acquisition was confirmed when the High Court approved the acquisition by Progressive of the loan book and two buildings, one on Sandy Road in Rush and the second in Lusk.

By Leslie Murphy The two properties were put on the market after the collapse of the credit union in Rush and the appointment of liquidators by the High Court following an application by the Central Bank. Progressive had also acquired the loan book of the former Rush Credit Union from the liquidators with whom they were in exclusive talks since last November. Progressive CEO Sean Staunton told the County Leader, “Progressive opened the Rush credit Union premises on Monday morning

last the 13th February. All former Rush members can still use any of Progressive Credit Union’s six branches in Balbriggan, Skerries, Swords, Donabate, Baldoyle or Glasnevin. We are also looking at re-opening the Lusk branch of the former Rush Credit Union in due course.” At its AGM last November, the members of Progressive Credit Union voted overwhelmingly in favour of a rule change to extend the credit union’s “Common Bond” to the parishes of Rush and Lusk to cater for the large numbers of requests from members of the former Rush credit Union. A formal request for the extension was subsequently approved by the Central Bank. In recent months Progressive established a “pop-up” office at the community centre in Rush to facilitate membership applications. It had also extended the opening hours at its neighbouring Skerries branch. Over one thousand former Rush Credit Union members had already joined Progressive.

Good News About Extension To Lusk School The delay to the building of the much-needed extension to Lusk Community College, may be coming to an end. The delay is causing much anger locally, but local councillor, Tom O’Leary (FG) has confirmed that the long awaited extension is expected to be completed within 18 months. O’Leary told the County Leader, “I support the completion of the extension to Lusk Community College to cater for 650 pupils and other resources that are required for special needs. I have contacted the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton and I have been assured that commencement of building for the new Community College extension will commence this summer and will be completed within 18 months.” “A total of 10 builders have expressed an interest in taking on the project and one of them will be chosen for the job, either this month or early next month,” he said. “I understand that there was an unfortunate delay

in the process. drawn up new Apparently the paperwork, which local Education is now passed as Board’s,( formerly ‘Compliable,’ the VEC) design meaning that the team appear to project will now have made a Cllr. O’Leary proceed without mistake with some paper- delay. The delay had work and they have now nothing to do with the

Minister. There was a potential legal challenge and they had to redo the paperwork,” claimed O’Leary. “It is now full steam ahead and, as a local councillor, I want to support the people who are pushing for the school and I can confirm that local senator, Dr James Reilly is fully supportive of the project and he has also been in contact with the Minister,” concluded O’Leary.

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14th February 2017

Launch Of Dublin 2017 Rose Selection

True to its name, this season’s menswear from Penneys focuses on style fresh off the city streets with sports functionality. Retro reds and cobalt blues bring new life to the season with colour leading the way.

This year’s annual Rose of Tralee festival is on the move again, with the official Dublin Rose launch taking place at Croke Park stadium last week. Now in his second year of hosting Rose of Tralee Selection Events in Dublin, RTE’s Marty Morrissey says it is “a privilege” for him to get the opportunity to work with the Rose of Tralee Festival again. He was joined at the launch by 2016 Dublin Rose, Lorna Whyte from Malahide, who said: “The Dublin Rose process was unbelievable. I met so many amazing girls and learnt so much about myself as a person. It really took me out of my comfort zone and is an experience I will never forget. ”

The nostalgic theme is tied together with slouch joggers, loose jeans with slogan print jumpers and colour block jackets. With prices starting from €8 there is plenty of reason to freshen up your wardrobe.

Dublin Rose of Tralee Lead Co-Ordinator, Steve Cronly said, “We are delighted once again to welcome back Marty Morrissey as host of the Rose of Tralee in Dublin. He was a pleasure to work with last year, putting all the entrants at ease on stage and running our shows in such a professional manner. All of the Dublin team can’t wait to party with Marty!” Pictured a the launch were RTE presenter, Marty Morrissey and 2016 Dublin Rose, Lorna Whyte from Malahide

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Pop sensation and style icon, Kylie Minogue shows she has a real eye for fashion, as she unveils her first ever eyewear collection at Specsavers Balbriggan. A stunning combination of elegance and edginess, the collection of 25 glasses and five prescription sunglasses launches in Specsavers Balbriggan on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, 14th February. Kylie describes her glasses designs as a mix of modern classics, subtle bling and reinvented vintage, drawing inspiration

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In 1981, the school was renamed St. Finian’s Community College and moved to its current location at Castlefarm with Ms. Valerie English as Principal. There were 730 students and a teaching staff of 37. Swords and society

have changed greatly since then and through those years, St. Finian’s has changed and adapted to meet the needs of their students. The great tradition of inclusivity is alive and well and the school Continued on page 12

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Congratulations to St Finian’s Community College on 60 years. Staff photo on occasion of Mr Mullen's retirement - October 1987

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Continued from page 11 today offers education to children from many parts of the globe. Academic achievement is highly valued and strong links with Dublin City University (DCU) ensure many students engage in Access programmes and the Centre for Talented Youth (CYTI) with increasingly large numbers transferring to University. The school has a fully equipped sports hall and adjoining playing pitches. As always, sporting success is encouraged and the school is very proud of the achievements of past students in GAA, Soccer and Rugby to name but a few! Notable past pupils include current Dublin GAA stars and multiple All-Ireland winners, Paul Flynn and Darren Daly, as well as former Dublin great, Kieran Duff. The school can also claim Ireland ladies rugby star, Lynn Cantwell and Dublin ladies football player, Fiona Hudson, as past pupils. Indeed Fiona is a member of the Access team at DCU. Former President of the Irish Congress of

Trade Unions, David Begg, comedian Ed Byrne and actor, Chris Newman, who stars in ‘Red Rock’ are other notable past pupils. Artistic talent is promoted and a current sixth year student won the recent Swords Musician of the Year. Out of 1,000 schools in Ireland last year, St. Finian’s finished first on the Hustleboard and second on the

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DCU Access Programme St Finian’s are very proud that over 85 per cent of their students progress to further and higher Education each year. Students from St. Finian’s attend Trinity College, UCD, NUIM , DIT and DCU and many others 3rd level institutions year on year. As a fully inclusive school with DEIS (Delivering equality of educational opportunity to schools) status, they recognise that some of

their students require supports which address educational disadvantage. For this reason they are linked with DCU’s Access Service since 2006 to provide equity of access to higher education to students from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds, students with learning difficulties, students from minority ethnic backgrounds, students from the Travelling Community and Young Carers. Some of the programmes offered by DCU to these

students in St. Finian’s include: U and University for 1st to 3rd year students – Maths initiatives, Junior Discover DCU, Achievement and Attendance Awards, Sporting DCU initiatives, Introduction to Campus life tours and a number of places on the Summer scholar’s programme in conjunction with the Centre for Talented Youth. In addition, uniTY, a skills based programme aimed specifically at Transition Year students. It consists of 4 modules: Multimedia and Social Innovation, Coding and app design,

Employability and leadership and student empowerment. Teachers delivering these modules are trained and supported by DCU. Finally, 5th and 6th years are offered a programme called U First to support those from less privileged backgrounds. All of these excellent programmes ensure that a considerable number of students have progressed to higher education who might not have had the opportunity to do so otherwise. St Finian’s look forward to continuing to work closely with DCU to remove any barriers that students may face to access 3rd level education.

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Philip LYNAM Pictured are students nominated to attend the Centre for Talented Youth at DCU, Sarah Healy, Sele Clement Okooboh and Shannon Fitzgerald Daly

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ties and national and international tours are an important part of school life as the staff’s approach to education is holistic ensuring that students emerge as rounded individuals whose various talents have been nurtured. St. Finian’s Community College is a highly regarded centre for education in Swords having taught generations of families over the past 60 years. There can be no doubt that it has made a huge contribution to the social and economic life of North County Dublin. The school prides itself on inclusivity, where pupils of all abilities

are welcome and where they can avail of the school’s excellent academic programme, which is second to none in the North County. Currently, there are 620 students enrolled. Students are offered a wide range of programmes the Junior Certificate, the Junior Schools Certificate, Transition Year, The Leaving Cert Applied Programme, The Leaving Cert Vocational Programme and the established Leaving Cert programme. Finally, St Finian’s Community College is now entering an exciting new phase in its long history with a

planned extension and refurbishment underway. This will allow 1,000 students to be accommodated and new science labs, a kitchen and sewing room, a woodwork room, a metalwork room, a music room, a technology room, a design, communications and graphics room, computer rooms and 13 new classrooms to be added to the extensive facilities already in place at the school. The school’s motto is “Serious about Success” and as they celebrate their jubilee year, they look forward to continuing their long-

Congratulations to St. Finian’s Community College, Swords on your 60th Anniversary. Wishing the school, it’s staff and students all the best for the future.

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During the boom times, golf courses sprung up all over the place and the game reached a peak in popularity among most people. Much of this popularity has come about, due to extensive TV coverage, and the emergence of stars, some of them Irish, on a comparable footing with top film stars and pop stars. Some years ago, membership of golf clubs became very expensive, as demand was very high. That was all about to change dramatically, as the recession caused people to re-evaluate their priorities and golf memberships dipped. But, as they say, some good will always emerge from a recession. Golf has now become more affordable, with clubs vying for new members, resulting in incredible value for new members. With competition for green fees, many clubs now offer very attractive special offers to attract potential new members, where you can avail of golf and a meal at very affordable prices. Luckily, the North County is blessed with having some of the most desirable golfing real estate anywhere in Ireland, resulting in some of the marquee golf courses located here. There is a wonderful mix of top class links courses, which are sand based courses, all dotted along our beautiful coastline, as well as superbly manicured championship standard parkland courses, all well worthwhile sampling. Memberships at these clubs are now at a very competitive level, and they offer many extra benefits, besides golf. Many golf courses in the North County

area have hosted major international competitions, where golfers from all over the world, have heaped praise on the quality of these courses. Gone are the days, when bumpy greens and poor fairways were the order of the day. Nowadays, our courses compare more than favourably with the finest to be found anywhere. There is a wonderful mix of top quality links courses and beautifully manicured parkland courses that have hosted major international competitions. These courses provide a stern test for the best professionals, but are also fair and can be enjoyed by the enthusiastic amateur. Some years ago, not all people were drawn to golf. Teenagers seemed to be immune to the attractions of this great game. It was considered as not ‘sexy’ to be seen carrying golf clubs around.

Football and other traditional sports were seen as the popular pursuits. This was all about to change in a dramatic way. The tremendous success of Irish golfers, most notably Rory McIlroy brought the game to everyone, including teenagers who see golf as a doorway to fame and fortune. It was now the game to play and carrying your golf clubs was now ‘cool’. Padraig Harrington led the way for Irish golf, with three Majors, including back to back British Open titles. He paved the way for the likes of Darren Clarke, Graeme McDowell, and Rory McIlroy, all Major winners. Their success propelled Ireland to the forefront of world golf. The contribution of Paul McGinley to the success of Europe in the Ryder Cup during his captaincy cannot be underestimated. This has also enhanced Ireland’s status on the

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golf stage worldwide. Another star who has caught the eye is Shane Lowry, who is also destined for major honours. The continuing contribution of our golfers to successful Ryder Cup teams has been immeasurable, and has been a contributing factor to the growth of the game here. Here we must also recognise the late great Christy O’Connor Jnr and his late famous uncle Christy Senior for their wonderful contribution to Irish golf. But it was Rory McIlroy who has really caught the eye and the former World Number 1 has given golf the impetus it so badly needed. This affable young man was about to send golf into orbit. Now, young boys and girls regard it as sexy to play golf and to be seen to play. Young girls see him as a pin-up and young boys view him as a role model to be copied. In recent years, Ireland has hosted the Ryder Cup and it’s female equivalent, the Solheim Cup, as well as the Curtis Cup last year and this has put Ireland to the forefront as a golfing destination. With the influx of new juvenile and

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The Importance Of Local Youth Clubs Every community needs an outlet of positivity for the young people in the area. These days a lot of teenage emphasis is put on technology and real interaction and activities face to face are forgotten. Due to the efforts of Foróige

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ongoing support is given by Foróige staff. Bryan Gavin, Regional Youth Officer for the North Dublin area told the County Leader, “Volunteering with Foróige is a great way to get involved in your local community and do something really positive and worthwhile with your free time. One hour is a small amount of time, but it can make a big difference to a young people in a club. I would encourage anyone that has an interest in working with young people to give it a try as its great fun and you can learn so much yourself,” he said. Foróige places huge emphasis on young people and encourages them to be as actively

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Vegetable Garden Talks At Ardgillan Ardgillan Castle are holding their first in a series of Vegetable Garden talks on Thursday, 16th February at 11am. This is a free event and is the first in a series of talks that will centre around the vegetable garden at Ardgillan. The head gardener, Dominica McKevitt will explain how to maintain a vegetable garden and also its many uses. This talk will begin in the castle with a chance to sow seeds, then participants will get the opportunity to explore the vegetable garden at Ardgillan. Participants can take their own seeds and containers with them and will be guided through the sowing process.

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years is an improved recognise and pay and sustained model of tribute to An Garda community policing for Siochana and espethe peninsula of cially the ‘R’ District Donabate and which is based out of Swords Garda Station Portrane.” “In this time, along and also covering Donabate and with other politPortrane. ical representaD e s p i t e tives, I have r e d u c e d taken every resources they opportunity to have been build a strong doing a great relationship job in ensuring with An Garda our community Siochana by is as safe as it meeting with Cllr. Henchy can be, by both them at regular and intervals and updating preventing them with constituents reducing incidents of concerns on all issues crime while fostering connected to the penin- and developing strong sula. Also by being a community links. member of the Joint “I would encourage Policing Committee this everyone who have any gives me a further concerns or issue of a opportunity to table policing nature to avail questions of policing of this new Garda Clinic Donabate on matters and resources in for our community,” he Tuesday mornings from the detection and said. “I would like to take prevention of crime, this opportunity to security, Improving road safety, working with Garda to prevent Anti-Social behaviour and improving everyone’s overall A group of volunteers from Malahide are quality of life. This will organising a Fund raiser for FOCUS Ireland. ensure a positive and Ladies disco brunch buffet in Medley close working relationRestaurant, Dublin City on Sunday 9th April ship between our from 12,30 - 4.30. Tickets are €45 which community and An includes prosecco reception and buffet. Garda Siochana,” he Contact Sharon on 0868563878 concluded.

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Enterprise Week To Stimulate Local Job Creation Fingal Local Enterprise Office has announced details of “Local Enterprise Week 2017” scheduled for 5th to 11th March. Local Enterprise Offices around the country will run hundreds of events during the week 5th to 11th of March, with the ultimate aim being to create jobs among small businesses and also to encourage those with a business idea to pursue their dream. Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Enterprise in Fingal welcomed the new initiative, saying: “There are plenty of business opportunities out there, but you have to go out and find them. We want to help small businesses to identify opportunities for growth. Equally importantly, anyone with a viable plan for a new business needs to be encouraged to pursue their dream. The Local Enterprise Week initiative is a bril-

liant platform for us to stimulate job creation locally and throughout the country,” he said. A wide variety of initiatives are planned in the region with Dublin Airport Authority kicking off Enterprise Week on Monday, 6th

major breakfast conference will be held in the Carlton Airport Hotel on the topical issue of Brexit and how it will impact on Dublin based businesses. Local entrepreneur, Tom Keogh of Keogh’s

is also International Women’s Day, and so a Dublin regional business networking event has been planned for the evening featuring the “Fingal Enterprising Women” network. Also that morning, Fingal Dublin Chamber will host a “Business Breakfast with Aer Lingus”. The highlight of the week will be “FEAR-

Pictured at County Hall, Swords at the launch of Local Enterprise Week 2017 scheduled for 5th to 11th March. are Paul Reid, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Enterprise in Fingal and Deputy County Mayor, Cllr. Eithne Loftus.

March. John Bolger, Head of Concessions in DAA will explain how to go about “Doing Business at Dublin Airport”. Then on Tuesday, 7th March, a

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LESS 2017 - The Entrepreneur’s Journey” which will be held in The Riasc Centre in Swords, this event promises to be an exciting learning

and networking experience for businesses from all across the county. Six newly established and successful entrepreneurs will relay how they have overcome challenges in their business, and all six will be competing for the coveted prize, the “Fingal Enterprise Award winner 2017” which will be announced on the evening. On Friday, 12th March, Balbriggan Chamber will host a breakfast with Nicola Byrne of 11890 and Cloud 90, addressing the topical issue of Cyber Security and how you can keep your Business Cyber Safe. A seminar will also feature on Friday with the topic “Public Procurement for Small Business”. Saturday, 11th March sees the conclusion of Local Enterprise Week with a full day Start Your Own Business boot camp to help anyone seeking to set up a new business. Most events are completely free of charge, though a nominal fee applies to some.

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Tel: 01 840 7090 DILLON-KELLY, James, (River Valley, Swords) 9th February 2017 (Peacefully) , at Beaumont Hospital; sadly missed by his loving wife Pauline, son Lorcan, daughter Grainne, son-in-law Brian, daughter-in-law Cattleya, grandchildren Kyla, Cassie-Rose, Rose and Leon, sisters, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace.

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DONNELLY, Bernard (Benny) , (late of Rodgerstown lane Lusk, Skerries, Dublin / Lusk, Dublin) 7th February 2017 (Peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital surrounded by his loving family, Bernard (Benny), husband of the late Maíread, sadly missed by his loving children, Paul, Jackie, Sharon, Emma and David, adored grandchildren, sisters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace. MCGONAGLE, Bernadette, (Swords & St. Rosalies Daughters of Charity, Portmarnock) 7th February 2017, beloved daughter of the late Robert (Bob); sadly missed by her loving mother Catherine, brothers Patrick and Robert, sisters Catherine, Mary, Anne and Agnes, family, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. STACEY, Desmond, (Lusk, Co. Dublin) 7th February 2017, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with a short illness. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his mother Una, daughter Lizanne, grandson Jamie, brother William, sisters Breda & Clare and all extended family with a special mention to Colin, Brian & Helen. Rest in Peace. KONOPKA (née Doyle), Anne Catherine (Kay) , (Swords and formerly of Wexford and London) 5th February 2017 (Peacefully) at Fingal House Nursing Home, beloved wife of the late Richard; Sadly missed by her loving sons Des and Neil, daughters-in-law Pauline and Lynn, grandchildren Jan, Kathy, Adam, Megan and Lara, great-grandchildren Ella, Jeffrey, Aimee, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. BOYLAN, Christopher (Sleepy) , (Lusk, Co. Dublin) 5th February 2017 (Peacefully) Christopher (Sleepy) loving dad of the late Paul; sadly missed by his loving wife Nuala, his children Suzanne, Michael, Karen and Carl, sons-in-law, daughtersin-law, grandchildren, mam Christina (Chrissie), brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. JOHNSON, Baby Moah, (Rush, Co. Dublin) 5th February 2017. Baby Moah; heartbrokenly missed by her loving parents Paul and Isolde and their extended families. Rest in Peace. MATTHEWS, Patrick, (Keenogue, Julianstown, Meath / Balbriggan, Dublin) 4th February 2017. Sadly missed by his loving wife Maura, son James, sister Anne (Babby), grandson Oisin, niece, brothers-in-law, daughter-in-law, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. LEDDY (née Lanigan), Kitty, (Rush Co. Dublin and late of Santry) 4th February 2017 (Peacefully) Kitty, beloved wife of the late Matt and loving grandmother of the late baby Matt; sadly missed by her loving son Eugene, daughter in law Siobhan, grandchildren Patrick and Jennifer, brother John, sister Avril, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace. FEENEY, Tom, (Hamilton Park NH, Balbriggan, Dublin / Athenry, Galway) 2nd February 2017 (Peacefully) in Hamilton Park NH. Sadly missed by his son John, daughter Jennifer, sisters Josephine, Julia, Louise, Edel and Christina, brothers John Patrick (JP), Gabriel and Peter, partner Cepta, grandchild, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friend. Rest in Peace.

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Fingal County Council I Mr. Nigel Roy wish to apply for planning permission for development at 2 Kellys Bay Weir, Skerries, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of Proposed conversion of attic space with new dormer roof to the side and new velux windows to the rear. 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 Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Paul Farrell, is applying for Permission for works at this address: 4 Bissets Strand, Malahide, Co. Dublin. K36 D963 The proposed development will consist of The Following: 1.Demolition of existing cottage. 2.Construct new 2 bedroom Cottage, with reduced ground floor level to rear, and new gallery to first floor level. 3.Reduction of ground and site levels to rear of cottage, with new retaining walls, fencing, access staircase and patio area. 4. New connections Foul and Surface drainage to existing foul and surface water sewers, and all ancillary 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 (20 Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

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relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Further Information Grace and Luke Killeen for development at this address, Laburnum, Channel Road, Rush, County Dublin. Planning reference number 16A/0513. 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 offices of the authority during its public opening hours. Submissions or observations in relation to further information/revised plans may be made in writing on payment of a prescribed fee, no later than 2 weeks after receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice with the planning authority. Fingal County Council We, Phil and Geraldine Mordey intend to apply for planning permission for a development at 39 Castlefarm, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the conversion of existing attic space to storage space with alterations to existing hip roof 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 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 Darragh and Aran Deering to construct a new single storey extension to the side of 14 Brookdale Walk, Rivervally, Swords, Co. Dublin. 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 the public opening hours of 9.30 - 6.30, Monday to Friday at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Darragh and Aran Deering to construct a new single storey extension to the side of 14 Brookdale Walk, Rivervally, Swords, Co. Dublin. 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 the public opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30, Monday to Friday at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application. Fingal County Council Donabate Portrane Tennis Club, New Road, Balcarrick, Donabate seek planning permission for : a) Extension of the existing cabin by 12m2 for Toilet(s) and storage. b) Extension of daily operating hours from 10pm to 11pm. c) Erection of a collapsible 11m high Dome over two courts. 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 being sought for an extension and alterations to the existing club premises, the proposed works consist is for a 2 storey extension (231m2) extending the gymnasium at ground floor level and first floor level incorporating a weights room at Eastern end of Malahide Rugby Club Premises, Estuary Road, Malahide Co. Dublin Applicant: Trustees of Malahide RFC. 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 CIVIL ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED 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, and such submissions or observations will be considJons Civil Engineering Ltd. Are looking to recruit the ered by the planning authority following experienced construction workers for a major in making a decision on the application. The planning sewer upgrade in Rush Co. Dublin. authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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14th February 2017 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, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council I, Peter Foran intend to apply for planning permission at 156 Gaybrook Lawns, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of alterations to previously approved Reg Ref: F14A/0405; the construction of a detached bungalow dwelling with attic accommodation and alterations to previously approved Reg Ref: F16A/0047; alterations consist of relocating the entrance door, alterations to bay window, alterations to window arrangement, additional roof lights, altering the front hip to a gable-end, new chimney and an overall increase to ridge height of 0.51 meters. The proposed alterations consist of a larger front bay window and altering the rear hip to a gable-end. 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 Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by L. Rickard for alterations and extension to premises and change of use of said premises from ground floor retail shop to two residential apartments and for alterations to front boundary and car parking area to front of premises at 47 St. Catherine's Avenue, Rush. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20 euro) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I,Joe Croly, Intend to apply for planning retention for a. Single storey Barna Shed/Workshop, b. All associated site works to rear of No 1 Myra Manor,Kinsealy,Co Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority , during it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council I, Colm Murphy, Intend to apply for planning permission for a. Attic conversion incorporating dormer extension to rear, b. Single storey extension to rear, c. All associated site works on site at Kilhedge Lane, Corduff,Lusk, Co Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority , during it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council I,Bernard Farrell Intend to apply for planning permission for A.Single storey extensions to sides and rear, B.Amended vehicular access, C.New waste water treatment system, D.All associated site works to cottage at Milverton,Skerries Co Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority ,during it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Fingal County Council I,Tony Hegarty,Intend to apply for planning permission for a, Two storey extension to side, b, Single storey extension to rear, c, All associated site works To No 9 Rogerstown Park,South Shore Road,Rush, County Dublin . The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority ,during it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Barry O Connor intends to apply for Planning Permission for a new Agricultural shed on lands at Blackwood House, Blackwood Lane, Malahide, Co Dublin, the development will primarily consist of the construction of a new Agricultural Shed with associated services, access roads, landscaping and all other ancillary development works necessary to facilitate the development, all at the premises located at Blackwood House, Blackwood Lane, Malahide, Co Dublin. The planning application maybe inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application ad such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Moriarty Foodmarkets Ltd. at 52-58 Church Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin, for alterations to previously approved application Reg. Ref. F14A/0527. Proposed alterations consist of the reconfiguration of approved first floor levels to No. 56, 57 and 58 Church Street to replace 3 no. previously approved office units with 3 no. two-bedroom dual aspect apartments, each with a south-west facing balcony. Works to comprise (i) reconstructed roof with increased ridge height, new front façade and revised fenestration to ground floor rear elevation at No. 56 Church Street; (ii) first floor extension, reconstructed roof with increased ridge height, new front façade and revised fenestration to ground floor rear elevation at No. 57 Church Street; (iii) revised fenestration to front elevation and ground floor rear elevation at No. 58 Church Street. Development also includes an apartment bin and cycle store to be provided in car park to the rear; together with all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. 2 no. car parking spaces to be assigned to each apartment in existing car park to the rear. 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 Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought by the Trustees of Malahide Golf Club for four x nine metre high poles with lumanaries around chipping green, including landscaping and all site works, all at Malahide Golf Club, Blackwood Lane, Beechwood, The Grange, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for : a) retention of partially constructed driveway & dwellinghouse (upto and including ground floor slab - previously permitted under reg.ref.no.-F10A/0422) b) completion of single-storey dwellinghouse to rear of family home. at :- 1, Glebe North, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Signed: Teresa Halligan This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. 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