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Prestigious Award For Outstanding Swords Man A young Swords man has been acclaimed as the winner of By Patrick Finnegan one of the the Outstanding Young Person of the Year young people in his community, through voluntary youth awards, at a ceremony that took place in Limerick recently. Thomas McDonagh (22) from Castlegrange in Swords, won service. He was made a leader of the Crosscare Swords / Pictured is gardener, Paul Foley, County Mayor Kieran Dennison and County the award in the category for ‘Voluntary and Humanity.’ Baldoyle Youth Service. Along with the Crosscare Swords/ Manager, Paul Reid in the County Council sponsored garden that won a Gold Medal This prestigious award was won against very stiff competi- Baldoyle Youth Service, he began tackling social issues for Best in Category in Small Gardens with Facing South Garden, at Bloom In The tion from various other excellent candidates. He had previ- affecting young people in his area, such as drug and Park 2014. ously accompanied President Higgins, as a Gaisce Award alcohol abuse, suicide and mental health. Thomas has served the youth population, by leading them winner to the UK, as part of the presidential entourage. on issues in their lives such as Thomas, who works with the peer pressure, drugs, sexual and Swords Youth Service, spoke to the mental health. His persistence and County Leader about how this follow through ensures his success award came to pass. “When I in keeping kids in school, and returned from the UK, I received a allowing them to reach their goals. call from Junior Chambers Ireland Even when everyone gave up on Fingal branch, after they had read these young people, he persisted, about some of the work I had done. and helped them achieve more They look for ordinary people, who than they thought was possible. have done a lot of work and they Not only did this remarkable young put them forward for recognition. Fingal County man raise money for mental health They examined the work I did with Council are charities, he also went out there the Youth Service here in Swords. I delighted to and completed a challenge that he was then put before a judging announce that the set upon himself, namely, The panel on a local level and, luckily, I sponsored garden Camino de Santiago, which received a call saying I had won “Facing South inspired others that you can do the Fingal section of the competiTalbot Botanic anything you put your mind to. tion, I certainly wasn’t expecting Collection at Thomas continues his work to this that,” said a delighted Thomas. Malahide Castle and day, and he is soon to travel to Thomas was then sent forward to Gardens,” has won a contest the National Outstanding Swords man, Thomas McDonagh is pictured with his America to become a camp counGold Medal and Best Young Person of the Year contest. proud parents, Sheena and Tommy McDonagh, after cillor, so that he can work with kids in Category (small receiving his award who need his help and guidance. Two weeks after the event, he garden) at Bloom in He is an amazing young person received a phone call saying that the Park 2014. he had won the overall award. There were seven different with a vision for giving others a better future and opportuCouncil staff worked with students from Senior College Dún Laoghaire categories, including sport, business and others. The event nities to grow and change their ways, and he is an on the design and development of the garden, providing funding for Thomas won was for for ‘Voluntary and Humanity’, which eminently worthy recipient of this great award the project, mainly the purchase of plants, was for voluntary effort and helping young which will be added to the collection at the people, and he now goes forward to compete Talbot Botanic Gardens in Malahide. in the World’s Outstanding Young Person of Landscape Design students from Senior the Year, in November, which is recognised all College currently use the collection in To celebrate Father’s Day, Millfield in association over the world. Past winners have included Malahide, as part of their course work experiwith Specsavers, Balbriggan are giving you the John F Kennedy and Elvis Presley. “No presence requirements. “The team from Senior opportunity to win a fabulous pair of DESIGNER sure at all,” joked Thomas. College was led by Paul Foley, who is a recent SUNGLASSES TO THE VALUE OF €189 “It’s a great honour for me to receive this graduate from the college, and we wish to award, and also for Swords. I grew up here congratulate them on a job well done,” a To be in with a chance of being one of our lucky winners and I am devoted to the town. I’m still in a Council spokesperson said. all you have to is follow these 2 easy steps: daze about winning, and it’s great for A delighted County Manager, Paul Reid said. 1. Find a copy of this advert on our facebook page and like everyone, especially my family,” said a and share it with your friends “This is a fantastic achievement in a very modest Thomas. 2. Send us a private Facebook message with your phone competitive field. 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Butler Condemns Wheelie Bin Thefts Re-elected Swords based councillor, Darragh Butler (FF), has reminded residents that the theft and burning of wheelie bins is a significant ongoing

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Swords. Butler told the County Leader: “It is very frustrating for residents who have to pay €40 or more for each replacement bin. It happened to me and a number of my neighbours over a number of weekends last year.” “As well as a cost for householders, it is also a significant cost for the Council who have to clean up the mess. It costs them a considerable amount of time and effort to clean up the damage to green areas and paths, as mini-diggers have to be diverted from other works to scrape the plastic residue from tarmac paths,” he said.

bins must be The local left out the authority night before have advised for morning residents to collection, in ensure that which case their bins are they are not properly secure for the secure so night in questhey cannot tion. be stolen, Cllr. Butler B u t l e r c h a i n e d together if necessary. concluded by saying, However this can still “If any of the youths be an issue, as the bin involved in this praccompanies advise that tice are reading this

article, I would ask them to reconsider their actions, as €120 to replace three bins is a lot of money, that residents, including those on social welfare and the elderly simply don’t have. It is not a bit of fun. It is an added burden that most households simply cannot afford,” he said.

Unique Fundraiser For Balbriggan Club Hamlet Lane FC, Balbriggan will be holding a unique fundraising event later this month. They are looking for your support for much needed funds through a clothes and mobile phone collection drive. The event will run from Thursday, 19th June until Saturday, 21st June from 10am until 2pm each day at the car park at the back of SuperValu in Balbriggan. They will accept all clean and reusable clothes, as well as bedding (not duvets or pillows). Other acceptable items include, handbags, belts, curtains, as well as mobile phones. In general, anything that can be worn and reused, is welcome.

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North County Teams Excel In Community Games Basketball filled the Community Games calendar. when the Mixed Under 11, Boys Under 13 and Girls Under 13 competitions were held in the Basketball Arena in Tallaght recently. The Mixed Under 11 took to the court, with five teams looking to progress to the next round. A preliminary match between Ballyboughal and Clondalkin, saw

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Ballyboughal progress to the round-robin competition. A number of close games saw competitions go down to the wire, but it was Malahide that emerged with Gold medals, Ballyboughal took silver, with 4th place medals going home with Balbriggan. The Boys Under 13s were in action, which included teams from Malahide and Ballyboughal taking to the court. Teams matching each other point for point produced some exciting games and some surprising

results. Gold medals were decided in the last match of the night, when Malahide and Drimnagh faced off. It was a fast paced game from the start, with neither team giving an inch and it was Drimnagh that edged ahead and secured Gold, while Malahide took Silver. Ballyboughal narrowly defeated Ballyroan. In the Girls Under 13 event, a number of electrifying games were played with amazing skills on display, with Malahide returning home with Silver.

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Romance Blooms At Swords Bus Stop

for me on a radio station, saying what he thought of me and asked me out then. We originally met here at this bus stop in Swords. Stephen said that he fancied Trish straight away. “She’s a beautiful lady and I regard myself as a very lucky man and a lot of groundwork was done. Trish then replied that the feeling was mutual and that she also fancied Stephen for the word go. “When he spoke first, I thought: Oh God that’s a strong

A newly married couple decided, on their wedding day, to return to the place where Cupid’s Arrow struck first - at a bus stop in Swords. Stephen Craven from Balrothery and Trish Barton, originally from Co Laois, tied the knot on Friday, 23rd May last at Balscadden Church, and on their way to the reception at Roganstown Hotel, the smitten couple decided to stop off at the No 43 bus stop at the bottom of Main Street in Swords, where their romance started more than two years ago. Stephen told the County Newly married couple, Stephen Craven and his lovely Leader about how he bride, Trish Barton are pictured at the bus stop at the bottom of Main Street in Swords, where their romance met his new bride. He blossomed, and ended up with their marriage last week. said, “This tall blonde girl came up and started chatting to Dublin accent, but I got used to it,” me and she realised she was on to said a very happy Trish. a winner,” he laughed. Trish then Stephen was living in Lusk at the interjected and told me,” We talked time and had to get the No 43 to on the bus every morning for five Coolock, while Trish, who lived in weeks, and it was only on the fifth Swords, and usually got this bus, week that Stephen plucked up the only when she was late. “I decided courage to ask for my phone to get it all the time and always be number. He then played a request late, once I met Stephen,” she said.

Fears Over Possible Waste Plant In Lusk A public meeting is to be held in the Round Towers GAA Clubhouse, Lusk on Thursday 5th June at 8.00pm, to discuss a proposal to build a waste treatment plant at Regeens, Lusk. The plant is a commercial venture, with the capability of processing approximately 33 per cent of the brown bin waste generated by the city area of Dublin, making it one of the largest waste plants of its kind in Ireland. The brown bin waste will be mixed with animal slurry imported from as far away as 50 kilometres, in order to provide the feed stock for this Anaerobic Digester. Local residents are concerned that, yet another attempt is being made to dump non-local problems in the Cllr. Ken Farrell general Lusk area. A spokesman told the County Leader, that there are concerns regarding the environmental impact on the area, the increase in traffic volumes on the already poor road infrastructure, the potential for long term health issues, foul odours, as well as the effects on property prices for those already in negative equity. The longer term implications of Lusk, being seen as the solution to the problems of others, is of great concern to locals,” the statement concluded. Meanwhile, newly elected councillor, Ken Farrell (Lab), a resident of Lusk told the County Leader, “I’m 100 per cent behind the residents, that such a project should be foisted upon them. This is another attempt to dump on a rural community, with Lusk now being seen as a soft touch. The determination of the people of Lusk has been proven, in their organisation and resistance to the Monster Sewage Plant, which had been proposed for a location adjacent to this. We will fight this to the bitter end, and emerge victorious once again,” said a determined Farrell.

Donabate Farmers Market The Donabate Farmers and Local Food Market takes place every Saturday at 10:30am at St Patrick’s Hall in Donabate. There is always lots of local produced fresh food on offer, from baked goods to fish. All are welcome to attend.

Lusk Marathon Preparation Lusk Athletics Club are hosting long slow runs and marathon preparation every Sunday at 9 am, in preparation for the upcoming Lusk Marathon. They are open to everyone, including non-members.

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Popular Swords Teacher Calls It A Day It was the end of an era at Loreto College in Swords, with the announcement that popular long serving teacher, Linda Ennis has decided to retire, thus pulling the curtain down on an illustrious teaching career. Linda, who has been teaching for the past 40 years, first came to Loreto in River Valley, when the school was established there 26 years ago, and she has taught Home Economics to countless students in that time. “I came with the building,” she told the County Leader. “I moved out to Swords 26 years ago, and I’m going to miss it hugely,” said Linda, who thinks it will be September before she realises she has retired. It was a decision that Linda found very difficult to make and she kept putting it off for as long as possible. “Luckily I’m in good health and have bundles of energy, but if the school

needs me, I will be delighted to help out on a voluntary capacity, if that is acceptable. l just loved every minute of my time here and have been energised by it. I love gardening and look forward to spending more time there in the coming months. I’m also looking forward to continuing with my exam work, as an advising examiner in two capacities, at Leaving Cert and Junior Pictured is Loreto College Cert levels.” Swords teacher, Linda Ennis, Linda, originally from Mullingar, who has decided to retire. and resident in Castleknock cited the 25th anniversary of the school, as one of the highlights of her career in Loreto, Swords. “The Home Economics Department organised all the catering and the marquee, and we oversaw all the planning and catering,” she said. It is clear that this popular teacher will be missed by all at the school.

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Award For Pavilions Store Manager Paul Dunne, manager of SuperValu in The Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords, has won National Retailer of the Year, at the ShelfLife GRAM Awards on Thursday, 29th May last. The ShelfLife Grocery Retail Management Awards, are Paul Dunne the only awards to highlight exceptional managers, all across the country, at the heart of the Irish grocery sector. They demonstrate the huge opportunity for graduates looking to begin a long and successful career in grocery retail. The judges said of winner, Paul Dunne: “He is an example of an exemplary retail career. He manages a modern 24,000 square foot supermarket, with 158 staff and over 24,000 customers a week. While overseeing the daily running of the store, he has taken the store through a business changeover, while fighting off local competition and the introduction of hard discounters to his area.”

03.06.2014

Locals Residents Object To Water Charges

Local Athletes Set For Special Olympics

By Patrick Finnegan @TheCountyLeader

A gathering of concerned residents, from Skerries, Loughshinny, Rush and Lusk, have come together, as a nonpolitical unit, to protest against water charges that are coming down the line. The group gathered at the Raven Roundabout on Dublin Road in Lusk on Wednesday, 28th May last, where they were supported by drivers passing by, who honked their horns in support of the group’s protestations. Speaking to the County Leader, organiser, Robert Murphy emphasised that the group is not aligned to any political group and EVE Estuary, Swords athletes are preparing for a crack at the 2014 Special Olympics Ireland Games. It is a great opportunity and achievement for the athletes to represent both their centre and their region in the Games. HSE EVE Estuary Centre, which is located at Lissenhall, Swords is a rehabilitative training centre for individuals with intellectual disabilities. They provide a foundation skills training programme, which is designed to equip participants with basic personal, social and work related skills, to enhance their quality of life and enable them to progress towards an increased level of independence and to integrate them into their communities. Participants take part in Special Olympics competitions and activities through the sports, health and leisure module. The aim of this module is to improve and maintain the participants’ physical fitness and to educate them on how theses activities can improve their quality of life. Emma Tierney, Sports, Health and Leisure instructor, told the County Leader, “Competitions are run on a four year cycle, with athletes progressing from Area, to Regional to Special Olympics Ireland Games and finally to a World Games, whereupon the cycle commences again. The athletes are elated to have made it this far and cannot wait for the games to commence,” she explained. The games will take place over four days in several venues throughout Limerick from the 12th to 15th June 2014. To kick off the big event, there is an opening ceremony on Thursday 12th June, with a parade through Limerick City. The manager, Linda Nolan and staff of EVE Estuary would like to congratulate the athletes on their success so far and wish them all the best of luck in Limerick.

they have specifically asked politicians to stay away from their protests. He said, “We, are a group of ordinary citizens who are opposed to water metering and water taxes. One of our members, started up a facebook page a few months ago, and he asked me to get involved. We are actively involved for about three or four weeks and our aim is to make sure that we can create an active demonstration against water meters being installed, and I want to emphasise that we are, in no way, political. “Our movement is growing every day. At first it was a little slow to get going, but as you can see from the numbers here today, people are very annoyed about this tax, and to water metering. This is only our second activity and we hope to organise at least one every week in different location,” he said.

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Pictured at the launch of the Special Olympics Ireland Games launch in Limerick, are former Irish rugby international, Keith Wood, with EVE Estuary athletes, David Savage, Suzanne Hyland, Patricia Carey and Emma Tierney (Sports Health and Leisure Instructor at EVE Estuary)

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Local Schools Recognise Student Achievements Ardgillan Community College Balbriggan Community College

Pictured at the Ardgillan College Awards ceremony are, Matthew Leonard, Evan Morgan and Adam Healy, with TY Year Head, Ms Gannon

Teamwork, respect and excellence were once again shining through at the annual Ardgillan College awards ceremony, which took place recently. Awards were presented to each ‘Student of the Class’, Winners included, Stephanie Ghiba of First Year, Sean Hussey, second year, third year ‘Student of the Year’ went to Eoin Morrissey, and Evan Morgan in fourth year, Ciaran Dunne won fifth year award. There was a very special presentation to the students who were involved in this year’s Young Scientist and Scifest. These awards went to, Justin Moore, John Reynolds, Sean Reid, Luke Brennan, Oisin Torrance, Amina Ramadan, Shauna Kiernan, Amy Murray, Rachel Metcalfe and Rian Cathcart. Other winners included Jac Mordaunt, while Daragh

Brennan, Shane Duffy and Rian Cathcart were presented with an award for their dedication to Irish debating. Junior Film Appreciation award went to Cree Gunning, while Senior Film Appreciation went to Darragh Pyne. The dance award went to Bernard Adegbemi, while the English department of Ardgillan acknowledged students who wrote poems to remember to 1000th Anniversary of the Battle of Clontarf. First Year student, Joe Coyne organised a fundraising event for the people of the Philippines following on from Typhoon Haiyan in December. Fifth year student Damian Debny was also awarded for his fundraising for the Association of Irish Guide Dogs. Sporting awards went to the Golfing team, rugby players and Ardgillan’s winning cricket teams. Cian Bolger won an award for his super athletics display on the track this year. Other awards went to Aine O’Shaughnessy, Shaun Whelan and Jack McGrane. The Outstanding Junior Certificate Results Award went to Vanessa Csaszsar. The Principal’s Recognition award went to fifth year student, Lee Principal Michael O'Leary is pictured with Harnett.

The annual awards ceremony for Balbriggan Community College took place recently. Winners included Jack Casey, who won 1st year student of the year, Liam Kavanagh who was the 2nd year winner and Dammy Olaniyi was 3rd year winner. Fourth year winner was Adam Casey, while 5th year winner was Shane Richardson and L.C.A winner was Nathan Rogers. Best Junior Certificate for 2013 went to Daragh Allen and best Leaving Certificate 2013 went to Andrew Kettle. National academic achievement certificates went to Andrew Kettle and Alex Liu for excellence achieved in last year’s leaving certificate. Sporting awards were presented to Jack Masterson and Ross Staunton, Lorcan Foran, Niall Mullen, Sarah Kendellen, Kerri Ann Grant and Emma Whyte. Other awards went to Paul Mc Carville, Dion Agbonze, Lido Lotefa, Erica Byrne and Cian Mc Grane. Ian O ‘Connell received an award for his Contribution to Drama, while Joanne Fong, Jason Madden and

Pictured are winners of the Cillian Gaffney Community Spirit Award at Balbriggan Community College, Joshua Clarke and Krzysztof Majewski

Sarah Earp were rewarded for their Community Art Project. The David Mc Donnell memorial award was presented to Shane Richardson, Sophie Thiesen, Megan Carson, Pelumi Daramola and Rayo Balogun for public speaking. Peter Landu, Liam Kavanagh and Amy Burnett were rewarded in the Advanced Learning Programme. The Cillian Gaffney memorial award was presented to the class of Wexford in 2nd year for their community spirit, while the Jessie Foley memorial award was presented to Noel Thomas, Liam Kavanagh, Dylan Tucker, Kacper Kencler and Gary Tiscobscki for their work in the advanced learning programme. Other awards were presented to the prefects, students involved in Peer Education, students involved in the Trinity Access Programme and Musical Achievements. There were also awards for Young Scientists, Diligence and Comenius. The overall Student of the Year for 2013-2014 was presented to the winner, Shane Richardson.

Pictured with their awards are, Loreto College Swords Senior Student of the Year, Ciara O'Neill, with Junior Student of the Year, Emma O'Neill

Loreto Swords student, Niamh Keating, was presented with the Spirit of the Community Award for demonstrating outstanding commitment to serving the community. Niamh is pictured here with school chaplain, Ms Betty Cronin.

Music Student of the Year at Loreto College, Swords, Ciara O'Neill is pictured with Vice-principal Michael Behan and Principal Peter McNamara

Pictured at the presentation of the Best Exam Results 2013 Award are Brian Howard (Progressive Credit Union), Andrew Kettle, Daragh Allen and Christine Dunne.

Pictured are Ardgillan College First Year Students of the Year, with teachers, Ms Dunphy and Mr Finnegan

Pictured are the Sports Players of the Year at Loreto College, Esther Ezamezu (Seamus Corby Cup winer), Katie Bermingham (Soccer), Louise O'Shea (Basketball), Maria Rossiter (Hockey) and Tara Gleeson (Athletics). Also pictured are Principal Peter McNamara and Deputy principal, Michael Behan

The Overall Student of the Year at Balbriggan Community College was won by Shane Richardson. Shane is pictured here with Principal Emmett Sheridan and Kathleen Fanning.

Principal's Award Winner, Lee Harnett.

Ardgillan College Fifth year Students of the Year, Vanessa Cszasar, Diarmuid O Connor, Ciaran Dunne and Elizabeth Boyle, are pictured with Deputy Principal, Ms. Ní Mhurchú

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Jessie Foley Creative Arts Award (L-R) Noel Thomas, Gary Tiscobscki, Kacper Kencler, Liam Kavanagh, Dylan Tucker, Thomas Foley.

The David Mc Donnell memorial award was awarded to Sophie Thiesen, Megan Carson, Pelumi Daramola and Rayo Balogun and Shane Richardson, for public speaking.

The end of Year Awards Ceremony took place in Loreto College, Swords on 19th May last. Students were awarded for their efforts and roles in many areas outside of academic achievement. The school’s academic awards will take place in September. The Games Committee, the Student Council, the Green Team, the Class Representatives, the Arts Committee and the School Leadership Committee were all acknowledged for their hard work and commitment over the past year. Special awards were presented to players of the year in different sports, and to students of the year chosen by the staff. Many students were awarded for their impeccable attendance record, and for others who performed duties over and above what what required

of them. Senior student of the Year went to Ciara O’Neill, while the Junior Student of the Year was awarded to Emma O’Neill. Niamh Keating was presented with a Special Volunteer Award, the Spirit of the Community Award, for an outstanding young volunteer. Other awards were presented to Sports Players of the Year, and recognition was made for the four librarians, who manage the school library at lunch time every day. There was also recognition for Ms Cronin’s Morning Prayer Leadership Group, for their commitment and dedication. The ceremony ended with presentations to Ms Linda Ennis and Sr. Agnes Thompson who between them have served in Loreto College for over a century - both are retiring this year.

Pictured are the Morning Prayer Leadership Group, who were recognised for their efforts, with school chaplain, Ms Cronin. Included are Katie Ralph, Ellie Tallon, Blessing Dada, Ms Cronin, Emma Louise Steele and Niamh Keating

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Swords Students Donate Cheques To Charities Pictured at the presentation of a cheque for €430 to Pieta House, by students of St Finian's Community College, Swords are Niamh Moran (teacher), Kucas Moreika, Ben Kerrigan, David Wright, Miss Morris (teacher) and David Mitchell (Pieta House)

Pictured at the cheque hanover by students of St Finian's Community College, Swords to Aware on Wednesday, 28th May last are, Oliver Smith (Aware), Fiona McCarthy, Laura Hickey, Nicole Lambert, Orla Hand, Danielle O'Farrell and teacher, Niamh Moran.

St. Finian’s Community College, Swords hosted a Mental Health Awareness Week from 28th April to 2nd May last, to highlight the importance of a healthy mind and body to it’s students. This provided the eager students with an opportunity to organise events, where they could fundraise for charity. Included in the many activities organised during the week, were a sponsored walk for the second year students from Swords to Malahide. Also included was a ‘Walk in my Shoes day’, where students wore odd or mismatched shoes to school and donated money to charity. The students collected €860, which was donated to two charities associated with Mental Health, namely Aware and Pieta House. These particular charities were chosen, because they provide a great service for people suffering from depression and mental health issues. A cheque handover ceremony was held at the school on Wednesday last, 28th May, where equal cheques of €430 were presented to the two charities.

National School will be getting seven new permanent classrooms, to replace existing prefabs, while St. John Paul II National School is to receive four new permanent classrooms to increase the school’s capacity.” “In addition, investment worth over €7m has been allocated to St Oliver Plunkett National School, for a new school building. St. Andrew’s National The news that 11 new classrooms are to be built for School got two new classrooms in September, and two national schools in Malahide, has been given a the new Malahide/Portmarnock Educate Together broad welcome. Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG) has National School will be built in the welcomed the announcement from the community in the coming years,” said Department of Education, that St. John Farrell. Paul II National School and St. He continued, “The announcement of Sylvester’s Infants National School, have these 11 new classrooms is very welcome been included on the Additional news. These facilities will go a long way in Accommodation list. reducing the stress felt by parents who are Farrell told the County Leader, “I’m enrolling their children in primary schools thrilled for school-going families in the in Malahide. The demand issue for Malahide community. The fact that both Alan Farrell TD primary school places is an issue which I of these primary schools are being enhanced, will will continue to work on in order to further reduce help to alleviate the crisis regarding primary level such problems over the coming years,” he said. places in the Malahide area. St Sylvester’s Infants

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County Manager, Paul Reid was the guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Dublin Fingal lunch on Monday, 26th May last at the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport. In an inspirational speech, he spoke about his views on the future of Fingal. He is pictured here, being welcomed by Rotary President, Paul O'Reilly, and Rotary Club member, Gerry Fitzmaurice

Lambay Singers Concert In Donabate The Lambay Singers, under the baton of Musical director, George Rice will present their summer concert “A Grand Night For Singing” on Saturday June 7th at 8pm, and on Sunday June 8th at 3pm in St Patrick’s Parish Hall, Donabate. The Lambay ensemble of soprano, alto,

tenor and bass have great pleasure in performing this special musical treat. All are invited to attend and hear a medley of pieces from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Chilcott, Copeland and many more. Get in the mood for summer! Tickets cost €10 and are available at the door. The Lambay Singers are drawn from all over the North County and are always interested in recruiting new members.

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Active Senior Citizens In Swords The Senior Citizen Centre in Swords always has a vast array of entertaining and significant events and activities for its members. Every week, they have games such as bingo, bridge and darts; arts and crafts, for example knitting, card and jewellery making; a music recital featuring a range of music, from classical, to jazz and a weekly keep-fit session. Men’s bowls is on every Friday night at 8.00pm. They also partake in an annual memorial service for any loved ones lost each year, and are regularly involved in supporting charities and putting on fundraisers. If you are 55 or older, you are welcome to drop in any time for a tea or coffee for a chat, and to ask for any more information.

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Are you celebrating your 25th, 40th, 50th or 60th wedding anniversary in 2014? There will be a mass in the church in Lusk in September, to help you and your family to mark the occasion followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. If you wish to be included in these celebrations, please give your details to Siobhán Murphy, Parish Pastoral Council.

Friends of Autism and ADHD are offering their support to parents and carers of young people with a history of self harm or suicide attempts. If you are in the Balbriggan and Skerries area and you would benefit from attending or getting involved in a peer support group of this kind, please call 018020484.

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Bridesmaids Picking your bridesmaids is also a careful yet, exciting decision to make. You want to make sure they look good too. What currently are in now, are bridesmaids’ dresses with asymmetrical details ; for instance, one shoulder dresses. Dressed in a soft neutral or pastel

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Swords Girl Is Camogie Player Of The Year A young Swords girl has recently been announced as the Under 16 Dublin Camogie Player of the Year. Ciara Buchanan (16), from River Valley, plays with the local St Finian’s GAA Club and is a student at the nearby Loreto College. Ciara won the prestigious accolade after a great year with both her club, St Finian’s and with the Dublin team. Ciara has been playing camogie since she was seven years old, and four years later, she advanced to the Dublin Development team, after

Pictured outside their school, are the students from Fingal Community College in Swords, who were crowned All-Ireland Mathletes Champions recently. Also pictured are teachers, Clare Scanlan, Ciara Chaney and Principal Sharon McGrath.

Swords Students Win Mathletes National Title The students of Fingal Community College, Swords were crowned the Mathletes National Champions, at the final of the competition on Saturday, 22nd May last. Students from 1st, 2nd and 3rd year competed against hundreds of other secondary schools. Prior to winning the national final, they also previously triumphed in the Dublin and Leinster heats. This innovative project is the brainchild of Sean O’Sullivan, formerly of Dragons’ Den fame. and the event is supported by the Department of Education and Skills

and Education Centres across the country. A proud principal of Fingal Community College, Sharon McGrath told the County Leader, “It is an innovative way to engage students in the learning of maths and was enthusiastically supported by our maths teachers - one of whom was invited to appear on RTE’s morning TV show Morning Edition, where Ciara Chaney spoke to the host, Keelin Shanley. When we won a previous heat, TV3 came to the school and subsequently broadcast a piece on our achievement on TV3. I’m extraordinarily proud of what the students have achieved. What a great way to finish a really successful year in Fingal Community College,” she enthused.

a series of trials. Ciara is clearly very passionate about the game, and she devotes a lot of time to honing her skills, which culminated to her receiving this award. Her achievement has been widely welcomed by all, especially her proud family, as well as her teachers at Loreto College and by everyone at Ciara Buchanan St Finian’s GAA Club. No doubt we will be hearing more about this gifted young lady in the years to come.

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Pictured is Maia McCann (10), from The Art Academy, Rush who won third prize, in the 9-11 years age category, for her work entitled ‘White Dove’ Maia is pictured being presented with her prize, by President Michael D Higgins and James Twohig, Director Ireland Operations of Valero. Other major prizewinners, all of whom received Special Merit Awards, were Anne Holohan (13), Alexia Angelova (8), and Stephen O’Connor (13), all from The Art Academy, Rush.

Pictured is Bailey Jones (7), from The Art Academy, Rush who won second prize, in the 7-8 years age category, for his work entitled ‘Feathered Friends’ at the 60th Texaco Childrens Art competition. Presenting him with his award is President Michael D. Higgins and James Twohig, Director Ireland Operations of Valero.

Skerries Club Seeks To Strengthen Skerries senior rugby team has been promoted to division 2A. With this in mind, the Skerries club would like to invite any players interested in playing at a higher level to contact them. They would also be very interested to hear from players that might be interested in playing dual status - this would mean that the player can stay and play with their own junior club and still play league matches with Skerries. If you feel you would like to give it a go, you can contact the club. They are also hoping to have an Open Day in August with some trial matches and a barbecue. A weight training programme with injury prevention in mind has already begun with Eamon Harford in the clubhouse, and this programme will run every Tuesday and Thursday at 8pm and Saturday at noon. The local club also delighted to announce that Johnny Tyndal has also agreed to join the coaching team as a specialist fitness trainer.

Thank You From Your Elected Representatives COUNCILLOR SINNOTT Cllr. JUSTIN I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote for me on Friday 23rd May, I really enjoyed meeting everyone on the canvass trail. I’m looking forward to working for you.

THANK YOU

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“Breege and I would like to thank all those who worked and voted for me in the election.” Cllr. David

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I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote for me on Friday 23rd May and a big thank you to my team for all of their hard work and support throughout the campaign.

“Now I WILL make a difference” Feel free to contact me on any issue Tel: 086 277 2030 email: tonymurphyfingal@gmail.com

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Car Boot Sale Flavours Of Fingal Comes In Swords A Car Boot Sale in aid of St Columba’s Church in Swords will take place every Saturday in June, July, August and September at the Old Borough National School (opposite the church), from 10am until 2pm. Gates open for sellers from 9.30am. Cars cost €10, with 7 seaters/estates costing €15, and vans costing €20.

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The countdown has started for the much anticipated Flavours of Fingal County Show, which takes places later this month, on the 28th and 29th June in Newbridge House and Farm in Donabate. The highly competitive livestock competitions are now open for entries, and judging will again take place in breeding classes of

cattle, sheep and poultry. The two day event will feature a busy programme of livestock and sheep competitions, equestrian contests and other agricultural displays. The popular farming and foodie event celebrates the best of Irish breeding and the world class food credentials from the renowned Irish producers in the North County area. The Flavours County Show promotes and exhibits all breeds and disciplines of livestock. This is a family event, that combines the sights and sounds

of an agricultural show with a memorable food horticultural and family fun experience. The historic walled garden of Newbridge House, will again host the food producers section and will feature an array of favourite local delights from local companies, Country Crest, Keelings and Keoghs to name a few. Attendees will, this year get the chance to try their hand at sheep shearing and to witness geese herding first hand. Don’t forget to submit your entry by the 16th June to guarantee your spot.

Twins, Matthew and Harry Burke from St Oliver Plunkett's National School, Malahide, made their Holy Communions recently. They are pictured here with their sister, Laura ad parents, Eamon and Yvonne Burke.

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SMITH I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote for me on Friday 23rd May and a big thank you to my team for all of their hard work and support throughout the campaign. I look forward to serving you all. Castleview Close, Swords, Co. Dublin • Tel: 087 9862686 email: duncansmithfingal@gmail.com @duncanesmith duncansmithswords

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I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote for me on Friday 23rd May and a big thank you to my team for all of their hard work and support throughout the campaign. I look forward to serving you all. Malahide, Co. Dublin anthony.lavin@fingal.ie Tel: 087-9931329

I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote for me on Friday May 23rd I would also like to thank my team for their hard work and support throughout the campaign. I look forward to serving you all.

Cllr. BRIAN DENNEHY 85 Channel Road, Rush, Co. Dublin Mobile Phone No. 085-2298201 Email : briandennehyff@gmail.com

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I would like to thank everyone who came out to vote for me on Friday 23rd May and a big thank you to my team for all of their hard work and support throughout the campaign.

THANK YOU Thank you to everyone who voted for me and who helped out on my campaign. Your support is very much appreciated and please do not hesitate in contacting me if I can be of any help on any issue. Mobile: 087 95 95 378 Email: darraghbutler1@gmail.com web: www.darraghbutler.ie www.facebook.com/darraghbutler www.twitter.com/darraghbutler

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THANK YOU I would like to thank everyone who took the time to come out and vote on Friday May 23rd and especially those who voted for me. I would also like to thank my hard working election and canvassing team who gave up their time to ensure a successful campaign. Looking forward to working on your behalf within Fingal County Council

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Louise Kennedy launched her Spring Summer 2014 collection with top Irish models, Thalia Heffernan, Martha Christie and Irma Maliaukaite recently. A celebration of modern femininity, with sleek tailoring, vivid colour hues, delicate lace and unexpected details to bring together a contemporary collection inspired by the fusion of subtle and vibrant colours, with a nod to images collated from Louise’s recent travels to Morocco. Renowned for her ability to design clothes that complement the female silhouette, the latest Louise Kennedy collection continues to celebrate the modern woman who emulates classic style. Pictured is Thalia Heffernan wearing a white linen jacket priced at €695 styled with missy top at €695 and Kylie shorts in Majorelle Blue lace.

The Sunflowers Chernobyl Appeal was delighted, when over 450 people attended the Sunflowers Strictly Come Dancing in Kettles Hotel, Rolestown recently, which raised over €10,000 for the charity. The event marked the 28th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster which took place in 1986. The evening was dedicated in memory of Nollagh McCann, former group member, who died in November 2013 after a short illness Fifteen couples battled it out to become Sunflowers Strictly Come Dancing Champion 2014, with the ultimate winners, Nicky Fay and TK Arthurs, dancing to Leona Lewis “Bleeding Love” winning over the

Pavilions Supports FAI Skillz Programme In conjunction with FAI community partner, Swords Pavilions, Irish international stars, David Forde and Jonathan Walters were on hand to help launch the FAI/FCC new participation programme “FAI Street Skillz”. This exciting new programme allows participants to recreate games many of us would have played in our youth, such as head and volleys, 3 and in, World Cup and it’s like. The informal set up of the programme is also key to its success, where the kids can alter the rules of the games and coaches act more in a supervisory role. Having already delivered the programme in Skerries, Lusk and Swords it is now planned for further venues throughout the North County. Commenting on the programme’s success to date, Paul Keogh FAI/Fingal County Council officer commented “The essence of this programme is to create a

judges. The whole show was a spectacular event, requiring five weeks of intensive training from all the dancers. Pat Dillon, the founder of the Sunflowers Chernobyl Appeal Charity was on hand to welcome the audience and share some images of the children from Belarus and to explain how the monies raised would be used to support the children. He reiterated the fact that every single cent raised by the charity goes directly to supporting the chil-

dren. He also stated that all volunteers give their time freely to the charity for the good of the children. Speaking to the County Leader, Caroline Dunne, Group Leader of the Dublin group, said: “I am overwhelmed by the support from local people and businesses to our appeal as well as having a great evening’s entertainment with friends and family. At a time of great controversy in relation to monies being mismanaged in the charitable sector, I am glad to inform readers that every single cent raised will go towards our much needed cause,” she said.

Pictured is popular local singer, Pat McCarthy, who launched his new CD, 'Call of the Wild' at Peacock's Lounge in River Valley recently. Pat is a resident of Ridgewood in Swords and has proven to be a much sought after singer at events throughout the North County and beyond. Originally from Kerry, he is a former teacher at Portmarnock Community School and his new CD, which includes a variety of songs, including some of his own compositions, will prove to be a great addition to any collection.

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Kids e EatSunFdary euntil Pictures at the launch of the FAI/FCC Street Skillz programme in conjunction with Swords Pavilions are, Michael Pender (FAI/Fingal County Council Development officer), Irish international stars, Jonathan Walters and David Forde, with Ian Hunter (Swords Pavilions Centre Director)

safe environment where boys and girls can develop their skills in a way we all would have done over the years. If you talk to any player who achieved their potential, they often refer back to the times they practised on the street, and the likes of David Forde and Jonathan Walters were no different. it’s a format that

is fun and all inclusive, and kids love it” Pavilions Centre Director, Ian Hunter told the County Leader, “We at Swords Pavilions are delighted to support this exciting programme. We support sport in the community in various ways, and our continued partnership with the FAI is one example of this. This

particular programme encompasses exactly what we should want for our youth. We are also delighted to be hosting an FAI/FCC street skillz day in the Swords Pavilions ground itself later on in the year, where those that have practised all year can come and show us their skills,” he said.

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by working together.” GLT Chairman, Paul Kelly told the County Leader: “This campaign set out to change consumer behaviour and the results speak for themselves. There has been demonstrable proof that educating people about the responsible disposal of gum, has a profound impact on attitudes and behaviour. We are committed to continuing to educate consumers to ensure that there is a culture which makes littering unacceptable,” he said

Balbriggan Guide Dogs Annual Walk Balbriggan\North County Dublin Branch of Guide Dogs will hold their branch AGM on Friday, 20th June in O’Dwyers GAA Club in Balbriggan at 7.30pm Then on Sunday, 22nd June, the group will hold their annual walk. This year there is a new starting point and a new route. It will start at Balbriggan F.C club grounds, just under the bridge at Bath Road. Registration begins at 12.30pm and the walk starts at 1.15pm The walk will be started by Eamonn Doyle, head of LM FM Radio with his Boxer dog. The walk will be started live on air and the Outside Broadcast Unit will be broadcasting live from Balbriggan F.C club grounds. The walk will come up Bath Road and go along the town up to the Square, around by Church Street and back along the sea front to the club house. It will take about 45 minutes to complete. It is expected that some local pet shops, local kennels and local dog groomers, will appear on the day, displaying their wares. Registration is €5, or €10 for family. It is hoped to have teas and coffees for humans, and water at two points along the route for the dogs.

Pictured at the launch of the Gum Litter Taskforce campaign at the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords are, Ian Hunter (Centre Director, Pavilions), County Mayor, Kieran Dennison and Patricia Kennedy (County Council)

Commission President Yet To Be Decided By Cathal Boland With the election over, the power trading begins, and so it is in every assembly where there is no clear majority. The Lisbon Treaty provides that the Council of EU Prime Ministers, taking account of the results, nominates the President of the Commission to parliament, whose vote is required to ratify the nominee. Jean-Claude Junker, as the lead candidate for the EPP, has the support of that group’s members, but their number is 213 of 766 MEPS, far short of the majority required. He is attempting to garner a majority to support his appointment. This will be difficult without the votes of the S+D, the centre left group, whose candidate in the election was Martin Schulz, current President of the Parliament. Junker, while having first cut at putting a

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WALTON, Noel (Swords, Co. Dublin) May 23, 2014 peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in the care of St. Clare’s Ward, Beaumont Hospital; sadly missed by his partner Annie, children Caroline, Siobhan, Jimmy, Aisling and Anthony, stepchildren Alicia and Alma, sisters, brothers, grandchildren, extended family and many friends. Rest in Peace. MCKENNA, Hugh, (Old Fancourt Road, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) (peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital, sadly missed by his loving wife Maura, children Joan, Ambrose, Troy and Tracey, sons-in-law Peter and Conor, daughters-in-law Hilary and Jessie, grandchildren Luke, Linzi, Fionnain, Sean, Eirinn and Lana-Maye, sister Peggy, brother John, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. GILBERT, (Fulham Terrace, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) The death has occured (peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital of Josephine (Josie) Gilbert. Predeceased by her parents John and Ellen, brothers Jimmy and Jogn, sisters Bridget, Lizzie and Annie. Sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. GAFFNEY (nee O’Neill) (Clonard Court, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) The death has occured of Bridget Gaffney (suddenly) at Beaumont Hospital. Sadly missed by her loving husband Patrick, daughter Loraine, son Barry, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. DONNELLY (nee Behan) (Portmarnock, Co. Dublin), may 26th, 2014, (peacefully), at Tara Winthrop Private Clinic, Elizabeth (Agnes); deeply regretted by her loving husband Patrick, sons Pat and John, daughter-in-law Jackie, grandchildren Shawn, Aaron and Karla, brother Christy, sister Vera, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. HEENEY (Portmarnock and formerly of Pearse St.) - May 24th, 2014 (peacefully), in St. Francis Hospice Raheny, George (Buddy), beloved husband of Ann; very sadly missed by his wife, daughter Florence and son John, son-in-law Brendan, grandchildren John and Maria, sister Pauline, brother Tony, brother-in-law, sister-inlaw, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends and special thank you to Marjorie Martin. Rest in peace. WHELAN (Tubbersool, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) The death has occured suddenly (on holidays) of Michael. Sadly missed by his loving wife Ann, children Mary, Michael Jnr., Alan and Jim, grandchildren, brother and sisters, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. May he rest in peace. DOYLE, James (Shay), (Portmarnock and formerly of Windy Arbour and life member of Suttonians RFC) on 29th May 2014, suddenly in Beaumont Hospital. Deeply regretted by his loving partner Ann, sisters Anna and Sally, brother Noel, sisterin-law Dianne (Vancouver), brothers-in-law Michael and Pat, sons Alan and Mark, Joan, grandchildren (Australia), nieces and nephews, the O’Connor family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

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Remembrance of James, late of 2 Millrace, Balbriggan, whose 34th Birthday occurs on First of June.

19th anniversary Late of 27 Curran Park Balbriggan Who passed away on June 4th 1995.

We thought of you with love today but that is nothing new we thought about you yesterday and the days before that to we think of you in silence, we often speak your name, all we have are memories and your picture in a frame Memories are precious they dont fade away we think of you always especially today. Sadly missed and never forgotten always rememered, Mam and Dad.xxx JAMES. Your smile was made of sunshine your heart was made of gold we thank you for the love you gave and the memories that we hold R.I.P Sadly missed by your loving sister Julie brother in law Stuart, Jordan,Hannah and Rachel.xxx JAMES. 34th Birthday remembrance of my dear brother I will always have memories, to cherish and hold of a wonderful brother more precious than gold I thank you for the love you gave and the memories that I hold. Sadly missed from your ever loving brother Happy Birthday James love from. Mark.xxx JAMES. Beautiful memories treasured forever loving you always forgetting you never a smile for all a heart of gold one of the best this world could hold we hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain until we meet again. Happy Birthday James, miss you always your God Mother and God Father Aunty Carmel ,Uncle Austin, cousins Justin, Gerda, Nicola, Noelle Alanna Thomas and Jack. xxx

In memory of our wonderful brother Franny Sweet is the sleep that ends all pain We would not wake you to suffer again God took you hand, we had to part It eased your pain but it broke our hearts. You came one Sunday morning You gently touched his face You told him up in heaven Franny For you I have a place So enjoy your time in Heaven Franny You’ve earned your eternal rest For when you were upon this earth You were the very best. All you who have a brother Love him as you may Because we wish with all our hearts That Franny was here today Nothing more that we can say Missing you more with each passing day. Love and miss you always until we meet again You’re Brothers & Sisters Brothers & Sisters in-law Nieces &Nephews Xxxxxxxxxxxxxx Mass offered St. Peter&Pauls Church Balbriggan Sunday 8th June. 10-45

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THINKING OF MOVING HOME? TALK TO US FIRST Robertson Estate agents are one of North Dublin’s leading estate agents. We offer a complete Sales & Lettings Service and we list all properties on Ireland’s top property websites. With properties for sale and rent in Donabate, Portrane, Swords, Malahide, Lusk, Rush, Ballyboughal and Naul you should make us your first point of contact.

Robertson Estate Agents is fully bonded, insured and licensed by the P.S.R.A

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Call our team on 01-8461122 for a free market valuation Unit 3, Strand Road, Portmarnock, County Dublin Ph: 01 846 1122 E: info@corryestates.ie Web: www.corryestates.ie

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agents are there to inform you about which areas are necessary to improve on, in order to increase the price and selling potential. Listing your property with a local estate agent gives you great exposure. All of which increases your chances of a great sale. They also have access to the latest properties through the myriad of websites available. Likewise, your local estate agent can advise you about the most realistic rental price for your property in the current market. You don’t need to worry about finding the right tenant, as your estate agent will be able to ascertain a lot more information by experience, and asking the right questions. There are many excellent estate agents across the North County, who will be only too willing to ensure that your property transactions, many of which can be treacherous, will be handled in a smooth and professional way.

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ingal Letting & Property Management Ltd are now in their 10th year of business in Swords, Co Dublin. We specialise in the professional Letting and Management of your Property and offer a personal and dedicated service. We are Fully bonded and Licenced Agents. We can also arrange and discuss any legal documents ie. PRTB, NPPR, Household Charges, Property Tax, BER Certs as Anne Marie Tobin well as offering rental valuations.

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- Director

If you would like any information at all, please contact our office in Swords on 01 8138733, or info@fingalletting.ie

Thinking of Selling? For the best advice and service contact John Brophy, your local sales expert in Malahide. PSRA 001892

Main St. Malahide, Co Dublin Phone: 01 845 7988 Web: www.brophyestates.com

As the longest established estate agents in Balbriggan, we have gained a well earned reputation for quality, service and value. Service to our customer has, and always will be, our number one priority. That means looking after your property needs with speed and efficiency from start to finish. Our focus is ensuring that our clients receive the very best service and achieve their goals for buying, selling or letting property. Our extensive marketing and range of related services are designed to remove the stress and strain from this process. Mary Halligan Director O'Connor Property Consultants, with its expanded and experienced professional team, provide this full range of property services throughout the Fingal, MIPAV REV ( Recognised European Valuer) Meath and Louth area.

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