North County Leader - 25th August 2015 by sean fitzmaurice

Licensee of Applegreen Service Station, North Street, Swords, Brian Geoghegan from Rush took a ducking on behalf of Our Lady's Childrens Hospital in Crumlin, one of the nominated charities for Applegreen. The event included staff and others taking a turn at hitting a target, which resulted in Brian being dumped into a barrel of cold water, on behalf of the charity.

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Kate Outsmarts All-Comers At Local Shows Eleven-year-old Kate Smart from Portrane is a truly remarkable young girl. Green fingered Kate has just landed the Lucy Crosbie Shield at the Malahide Horticultural Show in the Under 12 section for the sixth year in a row in the Children’s Craft section of the show.

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On Monday, 17th August a team of volunteers led by community archaeologist, Christine Baker began a month-long community excavation at Swords Castle. Since then, there has been lots of hard work and lots of finds to wash, sort and examine.

By Jennifer McShane Swords Castle: Digging History, is the County Council’s first Community Archaeology project. It’s providing local people with a unique opportunity to take part in a real archaeological excavation for the first time. Working with a small team of professional archaeologists, volunteers have been digging, discovering lots of artefacts and learning how to ‘do’ archaeology. Most of the artefacts found so far are from the nineteenth century like the clay pipes made by Downey Brothers of 8 Brunswick Street Dublin, but on only the second day of the dig volunteers found a piece of a medieval ridge tile – a very exciting find. The excavation programme is designed to answer specific questions which remain about the Castle. Although Swords Castle is one of the best

surviving examples of an archbishop’s residence in the country, and was an important administrative centre, there are some questions that remain unanswered: Is there a graveyard underneath the Castle? Were there buildings within the Castle yard? How old are the different buildings in the complex? Through this project, we hope to answer at least some of these questions. The results will not only tell us more about the Castle’s 800 year history, it will also inform the future development of the Castle as the Council implements the Swords Castle Conservation Plan published in 2014. Excavation takes place each weekday until 11th September and the Council is looking for volunteers to come along and join the team. Excavation work takes place from 10am to 4.30 pm each day. Volunteers must be over 18 years and the Council asks that volunteers come along at 10am and commit to (at least) one full day. An exhibition called ‘My Castle’ also takes place in Swords Castle from now until Friday, September 4th (except for Sunday 30th August). The exhibition explores what the Castle means to the people of Swords.

Pictured at the Archaeological Dig at Swords Castle on Friday last, are Dr Kim Rice (UCD archaeologist) with great help fom volunteers, Brendan Black, Terry Hurrell and Michael Scullion

Kate told the County Leader, “I was really excited to see if I could win the Lucy Crosbie Shield again and I was really happy with the results, because this year I entered 11 categories and won 10 first prizes and one second prize.” The Lucy Crosbie Shield is presented for Children’s Arts and Crafts and is open to children of all ages. What is truly remarkable about Kate’s achievement, is that this is the sixth year in succession that she has won this prize. A delighted Kate, who is a pupil at Donabate Portrane Educate Together National School also entered the Swords Horticultural Show, where she won a cup for highest points and another cup for Best

Exhibit. This was for a skirt made by Kate using a sewing machine. The competitions included displaying various skills like handwriting, making greeting cards, baking a chocolate biscuit cake, making a handcrafted skirt, as well as flower arranging, arts and crafts. One of the disciplines was to plan an organic garden in a biscuit tin. “This was my favourite and I had a lot of fun doing it. I really hope to keep on doing this,” said a proud Kate.

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Pictured is 11 year-old Kate Smart from Portrane with the Lucy Crosbie Shield, which she won at the Malahide Horticultural Show, as well as cups she won at the Swords Horticultural Show

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Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) is set to make major adjustments to facilitate Emirates Airlines to begin operating the world’s largest passenger jet at the airport. The new Airbus 380 requires specialist equipment to handle it, such is its size. A specially built airbridge is needed at Terminal 2 to facilitate the giant double decker aircraft, which can accommodate 529 passengers and has a full bar and lounge, as well as showers for its passengers. The DAA has sought clarification from Fingal County Council that the proposed new airbridge will be exempt from planning permission. However it is expected that the airport will face a number of logistical challenges before the huge airline can use the airport. DAA are in the process of making sure that all aircraft can be accommodated at the airport, considering the increase in demand and the importance of ensuring connectivity with international airports, where such aircrafts are located. This comes as Emirates are looking to increase capacity on its Dublin-Dubai route.

O’Brien Wary Of “Monster” Airport Plan Local Green Party representative, Joe O’Brien has hit out at comments from Dublin MEP, Brian Hayes on the proposed expansion of Dublin Airport. Hayes previously said that following the IAG takeover of Aer Lingus, that Dublin Airport could expand to provide a “third runway for Heathrow,” he said. “Mr. Hayes has barely been a year in Europe and Joe O’Brien it’s already clear that he has lost touch with his constituency and is confused about the geography of Ireland. The people of Portmarnock and St. Margaret’s in particular, will not be happy to hear of plans for an extra runway at Dublin Airport. You have to live in these communities to truly understand the negative impact that the current level of airport traffic already has. Potentially doubling this would be very bad for these communities,” O’Brien said. “In addition, what Hayes is proposing would be of very limited economic value to the region. Dublin Airport already handles in the region of 600 flights a day, which is more than enough for any community to endure – do we really want a monster airport like Heathrow, whose two runways handle over 1,300 flights a day?” he continued. “While there is planning permission in place for this runway up to 2017, I predict some serious opposition from local communities if action is taken to turn Dublin Airport into the next Heathrow,” he said.

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Twenty-two year old Lauryn Gaffney from Malahide is making waves in the musical theatre world, thanks to the huge success of her original production, ‘Big Shot.’ Lauryn and her talented cast and crew recently received outstanding critical acclaim after the USA premiere of her Irish musical at the year’s San Diego International Fringe Festival. The talented local wrote the lyrics, music and script for the musical, which is going from strength to strength since it premiered in her college days. Big Shot tells the story of Jeremy Crocker, a savvy

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River Valley Ladies Come Up Trumps! group is a tremendous help to people in the aftermath of cancer treatment, where they provide counselling, yoga, relaxation and visualisation for patients. People are always there to talk to you when you go there,” said Frances O’Connor, one of the fundraising committee at Revival and also a beneficiary of ARC services. Revival Club secretary, Linda Kenrick said, “We in Revival consider ourselves to be the active retired teenagers and

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Over 70 scouts from North Dublin flew out from By Jennifer McShane Dublin Airport to Japan recently to participate in the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Kirara-hama, Yamguchi City, Japan. Amongst the total contingent of over three hundred scouts, the North County was represented by scouts from Skerries, Rush, Swords, Malahide and Portmarnock, all of whom spent numerous months of preparation and training to get them ready to represent Ireland. A World Scout Jamboree takes place somewhere in the world every four years, and this year, the 23rd World Scout Jamboree took place in Kirarahama, Yamguchi, Japan, from the 28th of July to 8th of August. Over 30,000 scouts supported by over 6,000 leaders from over world attended and participated in a wide range of activities, including the Hiroshima Peace Ceremony. Another aspect of the jamboree is the home hospitality programme (known as HoHo), where The Irish Scouts were staying. This gave them an opportunity to learn about Japanese culture, customs and the way of life of scouts from other countries. “It is a testament to the strength of scouting in the locality that almost a quarter of the Irish National contingent hails from the locality,” said a scout leader. Amongst the participants were Portrane couple, Christy and Stephanie McCann who attended what was their fourth World Jamboree together, having been to Korea, the UK and Sweden in the past. Christy McCann who is also International Commissioner for Scouting Ireland said “that a World Scout jamboree was an opportunity of a lifetime and the scouts going to Japan would tell their children and grandchildren about the adventure. ”

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we organise the likes of yoga and trips away and we are in existence for five years now and are going from strength to strength in that time. The money came about through the great efforts of all the ladies here at the club,” said Linda. “The whole operation was done on a wing and a prayer, with little enough preparation, but the women here are of great spirit and we are delighted to be able to support a wonderful organisation like ARC,” she concluded.

defence lawyer thriving in New York City’s bustling legal profession. Despite his ambitions, Crocker falls in love with Carrie, a struggling Irish artist who works in Crocker’s go-to café in Downtown Manhattan. Although the two become ever more infatuated by each other, the romance threatens to derail Crocker’s career, with particular regard to a dubious new defence case he has taken on. Does Crocker follow his heart or stick with his legal client obligations? The theme of the story is love, justice and living in the moment. Lauryn said the inspiration for the musical literally just came to her. “The inspiration behind the whole thing just happened I

actually just thought of the story one night as I was sitting at my piano - I had known that I wanted to write a musical for years anyway,” she told the County Leader. Lauryn created Big Shot in its entirety from the storyline, to the music and the song lyrics and she finished her play in her final year of college before getting a production together and showcasing it in both St Pat’s and DCU. As both shows went down a storm, once college was done Lauryn re-cast the show and moved it to a few more venues, before applying successfully to the San Diego Fringe Festival, which Lauryn said was amazing. “The whole experience in San Diego was incredible,

Pictured is Malahide musician Lauryn Gaffney.

and musical was awarded the ‘Spirit of Fringe’ Award, which we didn’t expect at all,” she continued. Following a successful five nights in California and one night in Mexico the cast were also part of World Theatre History by being part of the first ever BiNational Fringe Festival. Next up for Lauryn, who is currently a vocal trainer in Swords, is

to get Big Shot performed in a Dublin venue and possibly a show in New York City. “We’re looking to try to get more financial and professional help for the next shows to make it bigger and better than ever,” Lauryn added. “We’re still learning as we go along but trying to get things together for the next shows. The dream is to get to New York.”

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Launch of the 13th Annual Fingal Dublin Excellence & Corporate Responsibility Awards 2015 At Movies@Swords, Swords Pavilions The Fingal Dublin Business Excellence and Corporate Responsibility Awards were officially launched at a ceremony at Movies@Swords at the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords on Thursday last. The prestigious black-tie Gala Awards Presentation Evening will take place on Friday, 13th November at the Crowne Plaza Dublin Northwood Hotel in Santry. The following is a list of the awards that are up for grabs for local businesses and the award sponors:

Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber), Avril Kelly Carter and Jerry Harrington (both Empire Bar and Grill, Swords)

Sean Fitzmaurice (North County Leader), Martina Hilliard (3 Swords) and Gerry Fitzmaurice (North County Leader)

Anne-Marie Murray (Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport), Andy Greenslade (CityNorth Hotel) and Andrea Molloy (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport)

THE JC SAVAGE FINGAL BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD Sponsor: Dublin Airport BEST START-UP/NEW BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: LINC-ITB BEST SALES/MARKETING CAMPAIGN EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport INTERNATIONAL TRADE EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Malone Engineering DIGITAL MARKETING EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Malone Engineering BEST PLACE TO EAT EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: McInerney Saunders PUB OF THE YEAR EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Fingal Independent RETAIL PREMISES OF THE YEAR EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Indie Spice Restaurant INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR - CSR AWARD Sponsor: Country Crest SME EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR CSR AWARD Sponsor: PayPal LARGE EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR CSR AWARD Sponsor: Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown MULTINATIONAL EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR CSR AWARD Sponsor: ITB DEVELOPMENT OF PEOPLE CSR AWARD Sponsor: Keelings NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANISATION EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport BEST SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Local Enterprise Office BUSINESS GROWTH EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: Bank of Ireland INNOVATION IN BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD Sponsor: AIB Bank Best Business Practice Excellence Award Sponsor: Blanchardstown Centre Customer Service Retail Excellence Award - Independent Sector Sponsor: North County Leader Customer Service Retail Excellence Award - Multiple Sector Sponsor: Swords Pavilions Customer Service Excellence Award - Services Sector Sponsor: One 4 All Customer Service Excellence Award - Tourism and Hospitality Sector Sponsor: Empire Bars Gala Awards Presentation Evening. Friday 13th November Sponsor: Fingal County Council

Robbie Whelan (National Sports Campus), Ann Byrne (CTA) and Lynn Cawley (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport)

Brian Madden, Jill Beasant (Spotcheck) and Noeleen McHugh (Fingal County Council)

Tony Gordon (Fields Jewellers) and Ian Hunter (Pavilions Shopping Centre)

Gael Allen (Castleknock Hotel) and Joe O'Donnell (Pavilions Shopping Centre)

Cllr Joe Newman, Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber)

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Jean Fitzpatrick and Nora Roban (both from Remember Us)

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Lusk Heritage Group Launches New Website The Lusk Heritage Group celebrates 26 years in existence. For more than a quarter of a century they have recorded the heritage, stories and traditions of Lusk and the surrounding towns and villages of the North County. Recently, they launched their new website. They acknowledge the support of the local community in helping them in their work over the years. They are also acutely aware of the number of new people who have moved to Lusk and are such a valuable addition to the culture and lifestyle of their ever expanding community. Along the way, the group have adapted to ever changing technologies such as better cameras, camcorders, word processors and computers. People like Paul Flanagan from Lispopple and

Jim Hawkins from Swords gave selflessly of their time and expertise with video and audio recording equipment. Fingal County Council were always supportive with practical advice and grant aid whenever possible. The group want to give a special mention to Lusk resident, Brian Egan who has designed and built their new website. The website (www.luskheritage.com) will open with videos about 25 years of the Heritage Group activities, Eileen Sweetman’s memories of Lusk, how the Raven became the emblem of Fingal, the Lusk museum, a brief history of Rush, poetry readings and reminiscences from residents of Lusk past and present. Upcoming videos will include the history of Lusk Round Tower, The Rise And Fall of Turvey House,

The history of Grace Dieu, Four Knocks explored, Pagan Worship in Fingal, The Smuggling trade on the Fingal coastline and Balrothery Union workhouse. Lusk Heritage Group took their inspiration from the tireless work of the late local historian Willie Monks of the Nevitt, Lusk who died in February 1981. His torch was passed on to his nephew Jim Monks, with the tireless unstoppable energy of Pat Kelly and the able assistance and enthusiasm of Aidan Arnold and the late Paddy Weston, the heritage group was set up and thrived.

Pictured at the presentation of a cheque for €7560 to St Francis Hospice at St Colmcille's GAA club in Swords, are Marian O'Neill (club secretary), Gene Murphy (St Francis Hospice) and George Thomas (club chairman)

Cheque Presentation By Swords GAA Club St Colmcille’s GAA club in Swords ran the annual Liam Maxwell Golf Classic in aid of St. Francis Hospice, which took place on Friday 31st July in Corrstown Golf Course. This is an annual event run by St Colmcilles in memory of the late Liam Maxwell, who was the secretary of the club for a number of years. A very impressive total of €7560 was collected, as a result of the golf classic and the cheque was presented to Gene Murphy of St Francis Hospice at the club on Thursday last. There were over 30 sponsors of holes and 22 teams took part. There were a lot of sponsors, who played a vital role in the success of the day and the club are

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Snowflakes Golf Classic On Thursday 10th September, Snowflakes Autism Support will host their inaugural Golf Classic, the Snowflakes Scramble, in Donabate Golf Club. The cost is €240 per team of 4 and the cost includes your green fee, buffet meal and evening entertainment from 7:30 pm. Evening buffet tickets are also available for €20 per person. To book a tee-time or for more information, please contact robert@snowflakes.ie

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most grateful to them for their generosity. Club secretary, Marian O’Neill told the County Leader, “We, the committee would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody who took part on the day and organising the event. Later that evening, everybody involved headed back to St. Colmcilles GAA clubhouse in Balheary for the presentation of prizes. Liam’s family came to present the prizes, where first prize went to the team of Aaron Lowndes, Brian Lowndes, Paul Moran and Joe Graydon, with a score of 101. There were many more prizes given out on the evening, ranging from a 4 ball in The ‘K’ Club and many golf accessories. Upon accepting the cheque, Gene Murphy said, “This is a real community effort and it is so heartening to see people responding in such a generous way to St Francis Hospice. To receive such a large sum from a one day golf classic is a wonderful achievement,” he said.

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Malahide Park Receives International Award The 2015 Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland Green Flag Awards for Parks and Green spaces were held recently. The event saw a local park being awarded with this internationally recognised standard of excellence after a successful pilot. Malahide Demesne was among the parks awarded the Green Flag for Parks and Green Spaces Award, which is a wonderful achievement. The introduction of this scheme into the

Republic of Ireland has recently been piloted by the Environmental Education Unit of An Taisce, with Dublin City Council, Fingal County Council, and also with the Office of Public Works. “The often unseen hard work of many park staff over many years has provided Ireland with a wealth of treasured parks, gardens, and green spaces. These important amenities provide us with a welcome refuge from the stress of urban life, and are major

attractions for tourists and other visitors to the North County and the rest of the country,” said Robert Moss, the Green Flag Awards for Parks & Green Spaces Co-ordinator for the Republic of Ireland. The Green Flag Award for Parks and Green Spaces is internationally co-ordinated by Keep Britain Tidy and acknowledges and accredits best practice in the sustainable management of parks and green spaces.

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Charity Art Exhibition In Malahide The Catherine Lawlor School of Art 13th Annual Art Exhibition takes place in Malahide Tennis Club on Saturday, 12th and Sunday, 13th of September. The Irish Osteoporosis Society (IOS) is the chosen charity this year and proceeds from the weekend exhibition will go to this charity. The Irish Osteoporosis Society is a charity dedicated to reducing the incidence of Osteoporosis and promoting bone health. The IOS provides information to the public and health professionals on all aspects of the disease and offers support to people with Osteoporosis, their families, and everyone at risk from the disease. The annual art exhibition will be officially launched on Friday night at 8 pm (invitation only) by artist, John Kirwan and will have 122 paintings being exhibited by 59 artists. Everyone is welcome to attend. In previous years, they have supported Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Marie Keating Foundation, ChildVision Drumcondra, Temple Street Hospital, Down Syndrome Dublin, St. Francis Hospice and C.R.Y. The Irish Osteoporosis Society will benefit from this year’s exhibition. Last year’s exhibition was a very successful event with a total of €2,000 raised for ChildVision.

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Pictured at the briefing at County Hall before the assessment began are Front-Row: Peter Mann (Assessor), County Mayor David O'Connor, Gail McGibbon (Assessor), Noleen McHugh (Fingal County Council). Middle Row: Tony Lambert (Fingal Dublin Chamber), Toni Hogan (Fingal County Council) and Sergeant Kevin Toner. Back-Row: Senator Darragh O'Brien, Robert Collins (Fingal County Council), Brian Geoghegan (Applegreen) and Councillors Joe Newman, Justin Sinnott and Philip Lynam

Pictured outside Applegreen Service Station on North Street are Cllr. Joe Newman, Tony Lambert, Gail McGibbon (Assessor), Brian Geoghegan (Licensee), Sergeant Kevin Toner, Toni Hogan and Richard Collins (Fingal County Council), Peter Mann (Assessor), Cllr. Philip Lynam and Cllr. Justin Sinnott

The team enters Swords Pavilions to do their tour

On the visit to Swords Castle Robert Collins and Tony Lambert point up to Peter Mann (Assessor) some of the old photographs which are held by Fingal Tourism which is housed in the castle chapel

At the Carnegie Court Hotel visit are Tony Lambert, Gail McGibbon (Assessor), Richie Brady (Bar Manager, Carnegie Court), Toni Hogan and Peter Mann (Assessor)

The group chat with David Malone, Manager of Movies@Swords Jerry Harrington of Empire Bar and Grill (pictured centre) joins the group for a chat before food is served. (pictured centre)

Jerry Harrington (centre) of Empire Bar and Grill chats with the evaluators about nightime business in Swords

The group takes a break for refreshments at Empire Bar and Grill where they are looked after by Restaurant Manager Lorraine Sherlock (right)

Councillors Joe Newman and Kieran Dennison, Noeleen McHugh (Fingal County Council), Mohan Bhandari (Indie Spice), Assessors Peter Mann and Gail McGibbon, Narayan Tiwari (Indie Spice) and Tony Lambert Fingal Dublin Chamber

Sergeant Kevin Toner (4th from left) hosts the group at Swords Garda Station.

Liam Murtagh, Nightime Manager at Cab2000 chats with assessors Gail Mcgibbon and Peter Mann and Tony Lambert of Fingal Dublin Chamber

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The Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport published Guidelines for Setting and Managing Speed Limits. These guidelines confirmed the advice to local Authorities to consider 30 km/hr speed limits, particularly where there are vulnerable road users on housing estate roads and local residential roads with no strategic or distributor function. A key objective of the guidelines is to reduce vehicle speeds in housing estates in order to improve road safety for all road users, particularly children. A number of local estates have been included in proposals for a pilot 30 kph reduced speed limit. These proposals are now out on display and members of the public can make submission up to 4.30pm on Friday 28th August. Any person may submit observations, comments or objections to the Draft Bye-Laws by email: roads@fingal.ie The list of proposed pilot estates includes: Boroimhe Estate, Swords, The Chantries / Ardgillan Estates, Balrothery, Ridgewood Estate, Swords, Tayleurs Point Estate, Rush, Dun Emer Estate, Lusk, St. Cronan’s Avenue, Swords and Holywell Estate, Swords.

Clean Up Fund For Council Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG) has said that €45,500 has been allocated to clean up Fingal as part of funding allocations being made through two environmental grant schemes. These include the 2015 Local Agenda 21 (LA21) Environmental Partnership Fund and the 2015 Anti-Litter & Anti-Graffiti Awareness Grant Scheme (ALAGS). “A total of €45,500 has been allocated to the County Council to clean up the county and make it a better place to live. Farrell said, “Of this, €28,000 is being allocated to the Council under the 2015 Anti-Litter & Anti-Graffiti Awareness Grant Scheme, which allows them to support public education and awareness initiatives in relation to both litter and graffiti. There is a particular focus on voluntary initiatives involving schools, young people and community groups.” “It is vital that we support the many committed voluntary groups that do such great work in keeping our towns, villages and countryside clean. We all should have the right to live in a clean well maintained environment. In addition to this, it is important to ensure that Fingal is looking its best during peak tourist season in order to increase the chances of visitors making return visits or recommending Ireland as a destination to others. “A further €17,500 is being allocated under the Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund. This fund supports small scale non-profit local environmental initiatives by communities, individuals and notfor-profit groups. As part of the arrangement for this fund, the local authority will provide matching funding for successful projects which, in previous years, have included community gardens, allotments and compost schemes, rainwater harvesting schemes, educational initiatives and environmental exhibitions. “Any groups seeking funding under the Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund should send an application form to Fingal County Council by 5pm on Friday 28th August 2015. Application forms, local authority contacts, and further information on the LA21 Environmental Partnership Fund can be obtained from the Department’s website and will also be available from the Council itself,” he concluded.

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Tour De Leinster Coming To North County Tour de Leinster 2015, in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland, is now open for registration. The 4 day, 600 km cycling challenge will take place from 24th to 27th September, with the cycle arriving in the North County on the final day. On Thursday, September 27th participants will cycle through Malahide, Portmarnock and finish up at Howth Hill. The challenge gives cyclists the opportunity to ride with cycling icon, Sean Kelly, while taking in breathtaking scenery, ascents, descents and the open road across Leinster. The funds generated from the Tour de Leinster will directly go to over 1,000 Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI) members. DSI receive little government funding and have to fundraise 90 percent of the €2.4 million require to run their services annually. Each participant covers their own costs so that the full funds raised from the Tour de Leinster event will go directly towards benefiting the DSI members through essential services delivered at national and local level, such as home teacher programmes and speech and language therapy. A registration fee of €190 is required from each cyclist to participate in the event. This fee covers two Tour de Leinster jerseys, all tea/coffee/lunch stops, full experienced support crew including outriders and medics, luggage vans including day van and overnight luggage van and a Sunday evening homecoming reception. Each cyclist also covers their own hotel cost of €195 which includes 3 nights bed and breakfast on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night and 3 evening meals. The total cost of participation, including registration and accommodation is €385 per person.

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Heritage Week runs from now until Sunday 30th August this year. Throughout the week there will be many events happening across the North County including the following: On Wednesday 26th August - David Snook will launch a photo exhibition in Balbriggan Library about Balbriggan and Skerries seamen during the Great War. Then, the local Heritage Societies will present ‘Fingal in 10 Items’ on the theme of Fingal and the 1916 Rising. Then on Friday 28th August, Kevin Halpenny, Fingal’s Senior Parks Superintendent will give a tour of the historic Beechpark Gardens in Clonsilla. There are also many talks throughout the week in local libraries and from now to Friday 28th August there will be a series of lunchtime talks by Council staff in the Council Chamber, County Hall, Swords to celebrate Heritage Week together with a day-long seminar – the Big Houses & Gardens of Fingal - in Ardgillan Castle on Saturday 29th. For more details, see the County Council website.

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Pictured is Tony Lambert, CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber as he congratulates Paul Clayton and Laurence Leonard of Vapour Studio, on the opening of their new shop in Town Centre Mall, Swords.

Vapour Studio has opened a brand new premises in Town Centre Mall in Swords, directly opposite Richies Bike Store. The shop specialises in e-cigarettes, which is providing a safe alternative to the harmful effects of cigarette smoking. The County Leader spoke to Vapour Studio co-owners, Paul Clayton and Laurence Leonard, who were very upbeat about the kind of service they are providing to local residents. “This is all about finding a good way to get people off harmful substances, such as cigarettes and we offer a solution to do that in a very cost effective way. We have also found that recent health studies have shown that e-cigarettes are far less harmful for you than traditional cigarettes. Basically, we are looking for a way to save people a lot of money, as well as saving them from very toxic cigarettes,” said Paul. He was very specific in his reasons for choosing Swords as a place to set up his business. He said, “In the first instance Swords is a beautiful town with a good population, as well as a lot of smokers. We hope to be in a position to cater for their needs along the way, so choosing to set up business here was an easy decision for us,” he said.

Laurence explained that e-cigarettes are made up of nicotine, which satisfies the cravings of smokers, as well as flavourings and glycerine. The smoke is replaced by a vapour which dissipates in the air, leaving no odour behind – basically like steam. E-cigarettes are now becoming more and more acceptable and many pubs and restaurants are coming around to the acceptance that they are completely different to traditional cigarettes.” “The second hand vapour from ecigarettes is not regarded as being harmful to health, unlike second hand smoke,” he said. CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber, Tony Lambert congratulated Paul and Laurence on their new venture and said, “It is great to see such young entrepreneurs, like Paul and Laurence who have opened Vapour Studio in the Town Centre Mall in Swords. Their commitment to driving their business is infectious and they deserve to succeed. Theirs is one of many new businesses that have set up, or are setting up in Swords and I hope this trend will continue. The Chamber strongly supports new start-up businesses who contribute greatly to the economic development of the area,” he said.

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Tidy Towns The Ballyboughal Tidy Towns have been very busy over the summer months. They would like to say a sincere thanks to everyone who has helped to keep the village tidy and looking good. “With your help this year we have been making a special effort to keep the footpaths clean and the verges and hedges neat and tidy within the village. We really appreciate everyone’s efforts, particularly in relation to hedge trimming and road frontage during the judging period,” said the committee. Thanks to Ballyboughal Athletics Club for their generous donation to Ballyboughal Tidy Towns this year. Also, this year we have once again been able to plant up the barrel containers and the planters around the village name place signs,” the group continued. Our autumn quiz in O’Connor’s Pub on Friday, 9th October at 8pm. We look forward to seeing you on the night,” they concluded.

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Assign Someone To The Gifts Have somebody there to take care of any cards or gifts you are given on the day. Ask a member of the bridal party to keep everything together for you, and if there’s any gifts, to jot down names of people on a notepad. This is a good way to make sure nothing goes missing with all the hustle and bustle of the day.

Entertain The Kids If you’re having children at your wedding, you should think about implementing a few structures to keep them entertained. If you are having more than four under agers, hiring a professional to do the entertaining for you is immediately going to take a whole heap off your shoulders. You will absolutely find one of these here in the North County. However if you’re only having one or two, make up some goodie bags with little toys from the local shop a few weeks before.

Prepare For The Weather Unfortunately, we live in a mixed up country, weather wise and, to make your day run smoothly, you’ll have to prepare for the worst! Have somewhere indoors that you can take photos in case it rains, and make sure to get yourself a pretty umbrella for getting you in and out of cars! If you have the (nicer) complaint of too much sun, maybe invest in a bridal parasol, there are some really pretty ones available in many bridal stores here in the North County. If it gets cold, maybe have a pair of vintage gloves on hand to keep warm.

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Students Can Manage Education With AIB As the summer holidays come to an end, students’ thoughts are now turning to third level education. The investment students make in their education is one of the most important decisions they will make. AIB has a wide range of reduced rate loan facilities designed to assist with the cost of financing third level education, which are available to both students and their parents. These include: A student contribution charge loan: AIB has designed a flexible payment solution for students to fund the Student Contribution Charge, registration fees and other expenses. They also have Student Interest Free Overdraft for full time students, Student personal loan at discounted rates,

Writing Competitions In Swords Entries are now being taken for the short story and poetry competitions ‘What Swords Means To Me’ run as part of Swords Heritage Week, which takes place in the first week of September. For entry forms and particulars, phone 018400080. Entries are being taken now, so why not tell Swords Heritage Society what Swords means to you in 1500 words. Entries are accepted from all age groups and results will be announced during Swords Heritage Week.

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Picking up there results at Skerries Community College are Hugh Carroll, Eimear O Sullivan and Nathan Roy

Pictured are Loreto College, Swords students, Lara Mulvanny and Shauna McCormack after receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Kevin Nugent delighted with his results at St. Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush

Pictured here are David McIntyre, Kalvin McHale, Alex Redmond and Alex Ford from Malahide Community College receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Pictured are St Finian's Community College, Swords students, Laura Quinn and Sarah O'Reilly in happy mood after receiving their Leaving Cert results

Caroline Flood, Donor Duggan and Kate Harvey from Portmarnock Community School are pictured here receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Pictured after collecting their results from Ardgillan Community College in Balbriggan were Caoimhe Treacy and Lily Na Greine

Melissa Corrigan and Tara Fields from St. Mary’s Secondary School Baldoyle are pictured here receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Pictured are Fingal Community College, Swords students, Dmitry Isaak, Kornelija Lipinskaite and Agita Bukovska after receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Pictured here are Daire Tully and Tom Mulvary picking up there results at Skerries Community College

Ruthe Kestell and Mia O'Rourke were pictured after collecting their Leaving Cert results from Loreto School, Balbriggan

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Pictured are Loreto College, Swords students, Rebecca Mangan and Nicole Mok after receiving their Leaving Cert results.

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Pictured are St Finian's Community College, Swords students, Josh McDonagh, Sean Griffin and Dára O'Brien after receiving their Leaving Cert results

Pictured are Coláiste Choilm Swords students, Ryan Groves, Mark Cullen and Shane Tyrrell after receiving their Leaving Cert results.

David Goodman and Ross Staunton were all smiles after collecting their Leaving Cert results from Balbriggan Community College

Ashley Morris and Lauren Cuthbert from St. Mary’s Secondary School Baldoyle are pictured here receiving their Leaving Cert results.

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Henchy Wants More Staff For Donabate Facility Pictured at the official opening ceremony of the International Baseball Centre in Ashbourne are Irish Baseball player Paul Carey (right) with his father Peter Carey

Local councillor Adrian Henchy (FF), is keen to see staffing levels at Sophia Housing in Donabate increase. Sophia Housing provides support for people who, for any number of reasons, find themselves out of their own home. Sophia Housing provides individuals and families with support and housing to meet their own individual needs. The service is holistic in

nature, as Sophia support people to reach their own potential at their own pace. Sophia Housing provides different types of accommodation and support for people who have different housing and support needs. Henchy told the County Leader: “I had the opportunity at this meeting to find out for myself the support and service the staff provide at Sophia

Great Year For Remember Us Pictured showing off their skills at the Fingal Festival of Football at the AUL grounds in Clonshaugh were Jack Hanahan age 7, Max Thompson age 6 and Seam Thompson age 7, all from Lusk United playing in the Boys U8 tournament

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Remember Us, the Special Needs support group had an outstanding year in their efforts to get funds to acquire their own base in Balbriggan. The target is €600,000 and due to the efforts of their wonderful volunteers, they are now at €310,000. The group held their end of season party on Thursday last at Flemington Community Centre in Balbriggan, which was attended by a large gathering, who generated a wonderful atmosphere. The event was attended by local councillor, Tony Murphy, who was impressed by the vibrancy and energy generated by the group. Also present was local Special Olympics hero and member, Billy Kane from Swords, who was the centre of attention, as he displayed his collection of two gold, three silver and one bronze medal which he won for gymnastics at the recent Special Olympics in Los Angeles. Remember Us founder, Nora Roban said, “We are delighted to welcome new members to our group , who have gelled really well with the rest of the members. This year, we had some fantastic outings, including one to Moneygall, Co. Offaly, where Dorothy Reilly invited us to her wonderful home to partake in games. Her husband, Dr James Reilly also welcomed us,” she said. Other outings undertaken by the group included visits to Tayto Park, Causey Farm, Malahide Castle and Glendalough. The next outing for Remember us will be the much anticipated Golf Classic at Balbriggan Golf Club on Friday, 4th September.

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Housing in Donabate and to get their feedback on how they are integrating

within the community. The meeting also gave me the opportunity to voice the concerns of the local community and the issues that have been raised locally to me in regard to the Sophia Housing facility. The size of the facility is generally at maximum capacity with 21 families, all of whom are going through a very challenging and stressful times in their lives. I would be strongly of the view that the nature of the service and the facility requires 24/7 staffing cover, especially in the evenings and at weekends which can be a very vulnerable time for individuals and families,” he explained.

“Following this meeting with the staff of Sophia Housing, I have made representation to both the County Council and the HSE requesting an urgent review of the staffing levels at this facility and that the facility is staffed 24/7 and not just MondayFriday 9-5,” said Henchy. “I have no doubt that if the facility is staffed 24/7 by properly trained social care workers to provide the help, support and rehabilitation for these vulnerable individuals and families, the number of incidents at evenings and weekends will reduce,” he concluded.

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Reduced Commercial Rates For Local Sports Clubs Certain sports clubs in the North County can now apply for an exemption to commercial rates under a Fianna Fáil plan that has been initiated in a new law. Local sports organisations which have a bar on their premises are now able to apply to have their commercial rates reduced, so that they would only apply to the licensed premises, and not the full sports grounds. Applications are being accepted up to Tuesday, September 15th. Local Senator Darragh O’Brien (FF), has welcomed progress on the Fianna Fáil initiative and is urging all clubs in the North County to check if they can avail of the reduced rates. “At the moment, clubs with licensed premises must pay commercial rates on all of their premises despite the fact that the vast majority of their space is used for sporting and voluntary purposes. This unfairly penalises clubs that have bars and I am delighted that the Government has seen the merits in this common sense measure and included it in the Valuation Act 2015,” O’Brien said. “In order to get the benefit of this partial exemption in commercial rates sports clubs need to be registered under the Registration of Clubs Act, complete an application form and supply supporting documentation on or before September 15th next,” he explained. “This is really positive initiative for clubs in the locality. Our sports clubs are part of the very fabric of our local communities and should continue to support them as best we can. Legislative changes such as this can have a really positive impact and I’m pleased to see it being implemented,” concluded O’Brien.

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Pictured at Malahide Cricket Club Summer Camp, are Aaron Doyle, Jack Bourke and Jack Morrow

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Recent published deaths from the North County KEHOE (née Casey) Maureen (Mary) (Darcystown, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) Peacefully, under the loving and dedicated care of the staff in Hamilton Park Nursing Home. Predeceased by her husband Ralph, sister Chrissie and brothers Bunny, Fintan and Seán. Sadly missed by her sister Joan, brother-in-law Mattie, sister-in-law Kathleen, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, great grand-nieces, great grand-nephew, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. JOLLIFFE-BYRNE Govan (Portmarnock, Co. Dublin). Beloved son of Bob and Elaine. Very sadly missed by his brothers Peader, Finn and Aidan, extended family and a wide circle of friends. Rest in peace. SWAINE Des (Desmond) (Donabate and formerly Sutton Park) August 19th 2015 (peacefully at Bon Secour Hospital, Glasnevin) beloved husband of the late Emma and loving dad to Pamela, John, Paul and Beverly Ann; very sadly missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. BURKE (née Rowe) Fiona (Fi) (Rosebank, Stoneyford, Tagoat, Wexford / Swords, Co. Dublin) Formerly Joseph Street, Wexford and Swords, Dublin. Beloved wife of Tom and mother of Caroline and Ciarán. Sadly missed by her loving husband, daughter, son, graddaughter Alex, sister Mona, brothers Martin and Sean, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, extended family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. GOUGH Edward (Eddie) (Garristown, Co. Dublin) Suddenly. Dearly beloved only son, brother and uncle. He will be very sadly missed by his broken hearted Mum Anita and Dad Michael, sisters Patricia and Valerie, nephews and niece, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and his very large circle of friends. Rest in peace. MCCRAE William (Billy) (Malahide, Co. Dublin/ and formerly of Clontarf, Dublin 3) August 16th, 2015, peacefully, in his 87th year, at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, following a short illness. Beloved husband of the late Amy, much loved father of Derek and Andrew, father-in-law of Helen and cherished grandfather of Ian and Victoria; he will be sadly missed by his family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. GARVEY, Frank (Swords, Co. Dublin) August 15, 2015 (peacefully), in his 94th year at the Beacon Hospital, beloved husband of the late Siobhan (Julia); sadly missed by his loving partner and best friend Anne, daughters Mary, Sheelagh, Frances, Mairead and Fionnualy, sons-in-law, grandchildrenm great granddaughter, brothers Brendan and Fr. Tom, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace. BORLAND, (née Hunter) Martha (Hazel) (Donabate, Co. Dublin and Donegal)- 15th August 2015, peacefully at her home in Riverside. Formerly of Fanad Donegal and latterly Donabate, Co. Dublin. An extraordinary lady, much loved be her daughters Mabel, Anna, Daphne and son Hugh, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, family, friends and all whose lives she touched. In heavenly love abiding.

Miracle Prayer Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention it). 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 and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. (B.C)

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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 very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it with your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say for 3 days, promise publication . Never known to fail. (F.B)

Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought for construction of a new detached domestic garage to side of existing house at ‘Glengarra’, Kettles Lane, Cloghran, Co Dublin for Mr. Quentin Snow. 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.

Miracle Prayer Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours I now ask Thee for this very special one:Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your Holy Father sees it, then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine. Never known to fail

Novena To The Blessed Virgin

O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Empress of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to secure me in this my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power, oh show me herein you are my mother. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee(3 times.) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands(3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days and request will be granted on the 3rd day. Prayer should be published. S.H

Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Edel Smith on lands known as Whitegables, adjacent to Lissadel Wood, Swords Road, Malahide, Co. Dublin for alterations to the residential development granted under Reg. Ref. F06A/0423 (extended under Reg. Ref. F06A/0423/E1) as follows: 20 no. dwellings in lieu of the previously granted 17 no. dwellings to now provide for 12 no. semi-detached dwellings, 1 no. detached dwelling and 7 no. terraced dwellings with associated alterations to the house types, the car parking and landscaping; and all ancillary site and engineering works necessary to facilitate the proposed development. 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 (€20) 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 Balbriggan Cricket Club for the installation of a steel storage container on the cricket club grounds within Balbriggan Town Park located behind St Peter and Paul’s Church, Dublin Street, Balbriggan.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.

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Fingal County Council Alteration to previously granted planning permission reg. ref. F15A/0120 to construct a new office extension 49 sq m to the south of the existing building located at Unit 52, Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle, Dublin 13 for Celuplast. 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 requested for extensions & alterations to existing dwellinghouse to include a dormer extension to front & rear (ridgeheight 7m) along with associated siteworks to include installation of a new wastewater treatment system & percolation area @ 'Fern Meadows', Burrow Road, Portrane, Co. Dublin. Signed:- Liam & Sylvia Stanbridge. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9.30am – 16.30pm Monday-Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council.

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This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9.30am – 16.30pm MondayFriday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council. Fingal County Council Declan Burke seeks planning permission for development at 28 Upper Main Street, Rush co.Dublin. The development will consist of the creation of a new pizzeria takeaway and related works with a new detached cold room at 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 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) revised drainage arrangements including new (& re-located) wastewater treatment system serving existing dwelling (to be extended as approved under F014A/0097) and (b) new 2 storey dormer-type dwelling (to south of existing dwelling & with shared vehicular access) and all associated siteworks including seperate wastewater treatment system at Carnhill, Loughshinny, Skerries, Co. Dublin. Signed C. & R. Branagan. 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 Permission for new part 2-storey part single-storey dwelling house, temporary wastewater treatment system and associated siteworks including the demolition of existing agricultural sheds & glasshouses at Farrens Lane, Rush, Co. Dublin. Signed J. O’Dwyer. 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 Retention planning permission is sought by Gerald Harper for a front porch at 77 Downside Heights, 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 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 to install roof lights to the front and rear pitches of the main roof, a first floor extension to the side over the existing garage and apply external insulation and render to the front and rear facades of 37 Shenick Grove, Skerries for Sean & Una Higgins. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for a new dwellinghouse The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a (revised design & reduced floor area to that previously fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the permitted under Reg.Ref.No.-F09A/0367 but which has since offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St, expired duration ) along with on-site treatment system & all Swords, Co. Dublin, during its public opening hours. A associated siteworks. @ Drummans, Tobersool, Balbriggan, submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Co. Dublin. Signed :- Martin Caldwell. 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 Attention Home Owners, Architects & Builders 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.

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Fingal County Council I Rafal Kalinowski intend to apply for retention permission and permission for development at this site address: Lands at 29 Dublin Road (also known as Milton Terrace), Swords, Co. Dublin. The development consists of retention of the existing use of the lands as a car wash and valet facility and permission for 2no. concrete wash bays, a covered valeting bay, new signage 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 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 Laura Moriarty intends to apply for planning permission at No. 6 Harbour Road, Skerries, Co. Dublin for demolition of No. 6 Harbour Road (an existing two storey derelict building formerly known as Le Mer Bleu restaurant) and

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the construction of a three storey five bedroom contemporary dwelling with 2 no. car space garage and private open space provided as incidental open space at ground floor level and screened private terraces at first (38.77 sq.m.) and second floor levels (86.41 sq.m.). The development also includes all associated site development, engineering (including SUDS drainage) and ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. This application is concurrent with a separate application for development at No. 7 Harbour Road. Permission was previously granted on the subject site and No. 7 Harbour Road for a three storey mixed use development under Reg. Ref. F09A/0575 (An Bord Pleanála Ref No. PL 06F.237371). The planning application may be inspected or purchased a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council We, Charles and Pattaravadee Brown, intend to apply for Retention Permission and Planning Permission for development at 20 Auburn Grove, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The Retention Permission relates to the existing conservatory constructed to the rear of the dwelling, existing attic conversion to storage area and associated rooflights, Planning Permission relates to installation of proposed windows to side of existing dwelling, proposed 2 storey extension to rear and single storey to rear and side, construction of front porch, demolition of part of existing single storey extension to rear and bay window on side, including all ancillary development 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 that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Signed: James Shanley & Associates, Navan. (046) 9031737. Fingal County Council Colin and Bernadette Lynam intend to apply for planning permission at No. 7 Harbour Road, Skerries, Co. Dublin for demolition of existing single storey garage and the construction of a two storey two bedroom contemporary own door apartment unit with 1 no. car parking space, private open space provided as 2 no. 1st floor terraces front (4.7 sq.m.) and rear (8.2 sq.m.) and a ground floor rear garden (29.5 sq.m.). Revisions to the existing dwelling that includes new pedestrian entrance from Harbour Road, 1 no. car parking space accessed from rear lane, extension to existing Sun Room to rear (7.1 sq.m), and modifications to fenestration at 1st floor to rear. The development also includes all associated site development, engineering (including SUDS drainage) and ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. This application is concurrent with a separate application for development at No. 6 Harbour Road. Permission was previously granted on the subject site and No. 6 Harbour Road for a three storey mixed use development under Reg. Ref. F09A/0575 (An Bord Pleanála Ref No. PL 06F.237371). The planning application may be inspected or purchased a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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