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family of four who paid €495 for 2014 (for a house in the North County would remain here, and that valued say between €250k to €300k), their local was a comfort to those having to dish out large council would have only got back a mere €6.64 for amounts for their properties. This promise has that family, when they should have got back 80 per quickly been broken with the farcical set-up of Irish Water used as an excuse, which is just not good cent of this and received €396.

Environment Minister Phil Hogan has defended the enough.” delay into implementing this policy, and said Butler went on to say that insult has been added to that this was being done to ensure that no injury as “the North County already has one of the local authority was “worse off” as a result of highest payment rates in the country, and we now find out that we were allocated less than the financial changes arising from the Lietrim €2 per person, which is another blow.” transition of water services from the “Instead of the funds being divided up for councils to Irish Water. But this half each area, the money was simply thrown hearted excuse doesn’t float the into one big pot, resulting in the North boat of one local Fianna Fail counCounty losing out,” he added. According to cillor in particular, and certainly Butler, the North County was allocated won’t be of any comfort to those such a small amount per head as a result of North who have paid hundreds for their South nty Cou the population figures. “The Government Dublin properties, under what now seems Dublin most likely divided out the returns to have been false pretences. according to population, and as the North Hogan has already put back the start date improve and aid services and facilities throughout for 80 per cent of the tax take to remain County is so largely populated, this the local towns.

Cllr. Butler resulted in the tiny return that each houselocal by a year, until 2015, however, This survey showed that the North County was despite this local councillor Darragh Butler (FF), hold was given.” allocated a mere €1.66 per person in returns, via remains extremely sceptical. “The North County “Not only are North County residents paying more the local government fund for 2014 (which is has definitely been given the short straw. Why due to higher house prices here than around the mainly comprised of property tax receipts and is should we believe that things will change next country, we are still subsidising the rest of the distributed to authorities from a central pool), the year, if there has already been a back track on this country from what was supposed to be a local tax,” lowest in comparison to any other area in the promise?,” he told the County Leader. he concluded. survey. This lowly figure was a stark contrast to the “Local homeowners will now feel cheated,” he Homeowners who will be shocked to see how little likes of the figures per head in Monaghan and continued, angrily. “When the Government intro- the local authority will receive, will no doubt be left Leitrim, which were €169.43, and €260.47 respec- duced the Property Tax last year, they promised wondering if they can place any faith in Hogan’s tively. that 80 per cent of the overall tax amounts raised half-hearted promise that the LPT returns will be So, for example, as a result of a North County back on next year, because all we have to go on

Short Straw For North County

Local home owners around the North County will be horrified to learn of the paltry returns their local authority will receive this year from their Local Property Tax (LPT) submissions.

By Jennifer McShane A recent survey conducted by Dublin City Council’s finance department, has now focused the spotlight back onto delays in implementing a Government pledge, which originally promised that 80 per cent of property tax revenues collected from the North County, would be put back into the local authority where the properties were based, and used to

Swords Fire Crew Make Matthew’s Special Day Young Matthew Walsh recently had a 10th birthday to remember, when he was invited to celebrate his special day at Swords Fire Station.

Matthew, who lives in Balbriggan with his parents, Avril and Gary, has a very rare genetic disorder causing severe developmental delay and epilepsy. He attends Baldoyle Special National School.

His mother explained Matthew’s love of fire engines and how the invitation to Swords Fire Station was very special for him. She said, “Although he goes through a lot, he is a very happy little boy. He seems to have a keen interest in fire trucks, and when Santa arrived at Millfield shopping centre on a fire truck last year, Matthew had no interest

By Patrick Finnegan in him, he just wanted to look around the truck and have his photo taken with the “fireman” driver,” said Avril.

She continued, “My friend, Al McGee kindly put in a request for a visit to the station for a birthday treat for Matthew, and what a lovely warm welcome we received from the Station Officer and D watch.

Although he couldn’t communicate it verbally, I knew by Matthew’s face and sounds, that he was delighted to have a ride on the truck, to spray the water from the hose and he loved the special attention he got with the cake and wonderful presents,” said Avril.

Firefighter, Ian Lawless spoke about how honoured everyone was to have Matthew at the

station on his special day. “It was a great pleasure and honour to be part of Matthew’s birthday celebration and to show him around the fire station, as I know from speaking to his parents he really enjoyed his day. He was bowled over by the occasion and we had a cake for him, as well as a toy fire engine, which meant

Working For You Pictured at Matthew Walsh's special 10th birthday party at Swords Fire Station are, Fire Officers, Paul McEvoy, Kieron Bissett, Ken Clarke, Ian Lawless, Maria Partridge and station officer, Colm Egan, with Matthew and his mother, Avril.

a lot to him. The lights and siren on the toy fire truck went down a treat,” said Ian. “I’d just like to say a huge

thank you from Matthew for taking the time to make his day so special.

I’m so grateful as it was very special for me also.

Being 10 is a huge milestone for Matthew and I have lovely photos and memories of it,” said a delighted Avril.

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Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) welcomes the recent announcement by Ryanair that it will operate seven new routes and increase frequencies on 21 existing services at Dublin Airport this winter.

Ryanair will operate new winter services to

Bucharest, Cologne, Lisbon, Marrakesh, Nice, and Prague. It has also indicated that it will add capacity to a range of existing services to Britain and continental Europe for the winter season.

“We are delighted that Ryanair is expanding its

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winter schedule at Dublin Airport,” said Dublin Airport Managing Director, Vincent Harrison.

“These seven new winter routes and the increased frequencies on 21 existing Ryanair services, provide the travelling public with greater choice in terms of routes served and also the number of flight options that are available to them.”

Ryanair’s expansion for the winter season will contribute to additional passenger growth at Dublin Airport this year, according to Harrison.

“Dublin Airport has already had a very strong start to the year, with passenger numbers up nine per cent for the first two months – which is

equivalent to about 200,000 extra passengers. These additional Ryanair services will help underpin that growth and hopefully carry it into 2015.”

Dublin Airport will also welcome 16 new services for this summer, with new long-haul and short-haul routes due to begin shortly. “We’ll have new short-haul routes from

Local Volunteers Needed For RNLI’s Mayday The RNLI is issuing its own call for help, appealing for volunteers from around the North County to help with ‘Mayday’ – the charity’s forthcoming national fundraising event in Ireland – which will be taking place from 1st to the 5th May this year.

The charity is calling on people to show their support, by volunteering to help with street collections and a range of other fundraising events, which will be taking place across the locality during the five days.

The charity is asking if people can give just a couple of hours of their time – maybe to get involved with a street collection or to help run an event. Events will have a ‘welly’

Ryanair, Air Lingus and Luxair and significant increases in capacity on existing routes from customers such as CityJet, Lufthansa, and Turkish Airlines,” he added.

Passenger numbers at Dublin Airport increased by almost six per cent to 20.2 million last year, which was significantly ahead of the European average.

theme, in a nod to the iconic yellow wellies – an essential piece of kit – worn by the charity’s volunteer lifeboat crew members. Welly walks and ‘Wear your wellies to work’ are just two examples. Pauline McGann, RNLI Community Fundraising Manager told the County Leader: “We’re now hoping people will respond to our call for help, by volunteering a bit of their time to help run some of the great events we have planned for the five days spanning the Mayday Bank Holiday weekend.

We’re encouraging anyone who can spare some time to help us to get in touch.”

All money raised through Mayday fundraising events throughout the North County will support the RNLI’s work in Ireland – it will be used to fund crew training, buy new crew kit, or contribute towards the running costs of a lifeboat station.

Daffodil Day In Rush The town of Rush will be celebrating Daffodil Day on Friday, March 28th. There will be a Coffee Morning in the Millbank Theatre from 9am to 12pm and Daffodil emblems will be available throughout Rush during the day. There will also be a

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Floraville Garden Underway In Skerries Work has commenced on the much anticipated Floraville Garden, which is situated on Strand Street in Skerries. The new garden is expected to prove a valuable asset to the people of the lovely seaside town.

Local councillor, Ciaran Byrne (Lab) spoke to the County Leader about how the garden came to fruition.

“About two years ago, I was contacted by Martin Scully and Ollie Grimes from the local Chamber of Commerce, about this piece of land beside the library, which was locally known as the Floraville. It had become derelict. I discovered that it was in Council ownership and put down a motion at the Council, seeking their support for a project to renovate this land and to bring it into public use, as a garden for the people of the town.” The Council granted a six year lease to the Chamber on the

land, which was the first step on the road, because in order to apply for funding, they needed a lease of at least six years. He then explained, “Subsequently, the Fingal Leader Partnership received an application from the Chamber seeking funding for the project. The Chamber deserves great credit for this,” said Byrne.

The garden will feature aspects of community life in Skerries, including the harbour wall, as well as colours of sporting clubs in the town. The garden is expected to be completed by June this year. President of Skerries Chamber, Martin Scully told the County Leader, “We can’t thank Ciaran Byrne enough for his efforts, and also the selfless voluntary work of so many locals, who rowed in with us in the beginning, when we had no funding. Donations began arriving at my shop, and we had professional people volunteering their services.

The board of Skerries Credit Union were so supportive of us, they were like a wind at our backs and it truly reflects the generosity of Skerries people,” he said.

Pictured here are the members of the Velocity Racing team from St Joseph's Secondary School in Rush: Alex Russell, Emmet Sinclair, Niall Leahy and Krystian Zawadzki.

Rush Students Reach Formula One Finals St Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush are taking part in the F1 (Formula One) In Schools competition. The team,‘Velocity Racing’ after much dedication and hard work, have made it to the National Finals of the competition, which take place on May 2nd in Dublin Castle. Emmet Sinclair, the Marketing, Communications and Resources Manager of Velocity Racing, told the County Leader about hard work that the students had put in to the project: “The competition has inspired students to use it to learn about physics, aerodynamics, manufacturing, branding, marketing, leadership and many more talents that will help them in later life. The aim of the

competition is to design a car that is as aerodynamic as possible and then to race them against other schools,” he explained. “Alongside the car, the team must acquire sponsorship from companies which helps us develop our presentation skills. Using that money we then have to buy all the items needed to bring our stand up to the level of the other teams.”

The school itself is new to the competition, only joining last year.

This year our team, called Velocity Racing, consisted of Alex Russell, Emmet Sinclair, Niall Leahy and Krystian Zawadzki. .

“Our team worked very well together and progressed to the National Finals,” Emmet continued.

This is a huge achievement for us because we are the first team from our school to have made it this far. ”We hope that we will progress even further to the International Finals, which are in Abu Dhabi this year.”

New Home For Swords Boxing Club According to the County Council, Swords Boxing Club is to secure accommodation in Sluagh Hall, adjacent to Fingallians GAA Club in Swords.

Following the purchase of the Sluagh Hall from the Department of Defence by the County Council, local TD Clare Daly (ULA) told the County Leader that she wanted to see the local club securing the proposed accommodation: “It is absolutely essential that this facility is made available to the Swords Boxing Club as

Swords for both boys and particularly in relation to girls. There is an urgent requirement for this facility to be made availwas originally intended.” able to the Boxing Club,” She continued, “In recent she added. The idea of correspondence with sharing the hall with both the County Council Fingallians by a partition and Minister Varadkar’s and separate Department, it has entrance is a pracbeen stated that tical solution the Council is which meets the willing to meet needs of the club. I with the Irish am very hopeful Amateur Boxing that discussions Association and will successfully the Swords conclude over the Boxing Club in Daly TD next period in order to secure order to ensure a sepause of that premises for rate lease for this boxing.” premises and for this crit“Boxing is a growing and ical sporting club in developing sport in Swords.”

Family Fun Day In Lusk There will be a Family Fun Day in the GAA Club in Lusk on 27th April in aid of the Rainbow Arch Club. The day will have 5-a-side football tournaments and outdoor activities such as Climbing Wall, Archery and Zorb balls, Face Painting, Balloon Modelling and more. There will also be Burgers and Ice Cream served on the day.

The fun kicks off at 12 to 5pm, and football is at 2pm. If you want to put a team in, please contact Geraldine 0876291679.

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Pictured at the Floraville Garden site in Skerries, which is under construction are, Mick Dwyer (Electrician), Warren Conway (Builder), Ollie Grimes (Chamber member), Martin Scully (Chamber President), Councillor Ciaran Byrne, Paul Sexton (Engineer) and Derek Byrne (Architect).

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Innovative App Launced By Swords Taxi Firm Swords based taxi company, Cab 2000 have recently launched a new “Tap and Go” App, which will provide a more streamlined service for their customers. Proprietor of Cab 2000, Anthony Kelly spoke to the County Leader and explained the advantages associated with the new App. “Traditionally, people contacted taxis by phone, but with new technology, we have our own app, where the customer can download the app on to their phone and it will show our customers where their pick-up point is and they can see exactly where the driver is before they book the car. The customer can also track the car to see how long it will be before the taxi arrives to pick them up,” he said. “Another feature of the app is that you will be sent a photo of your driver, as well as information about the car. Updates are available by text, to ensure an excellent service is provided for customers, who can also make pre-bookings with the app,” he said.

There is also a credit card facility on the app, where customers can avail of this service, if they so wish. Kelly continued, “Being a local company, employing local drivers and staff for the past 20 years, we hope that people will continue to support us, with this new tech-

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Local Students Are Young Entrepreneurs Nine hundred pupils from across the North County, including pupils in Garristown National School and Balscadden National School, recently wrapped up their first ever entrepreneurial adventure.

Pupils from fifth and sixth class now know the meaning of marketing, design, brainstorms, accounting and the all-important quest for profit! Local entrepreneurs, John Tuohy of Nightline and Michael Dawson, of the One 4 All Group are North Dublin City and County Partners for the Junior Entrepreneur Programme (JEP). Each pupil Pictured is the proprietor of Cab 2000, Anthony Kelly.

nology. Where this new technology comes into it’s own is that is completely customer friendly.

However, we are still happy to receive calls from people, who may feel more reassured by traditional means of booking a cab. We are delighted to be able to provide this upgraded service for our customers,” he concluded.

had to come up with a project idea, form groups and present an idea at ‘Meet the Dragons’.

Once the big idea is chosen they then develop it, market it and sell it. Project ideas across the North County have been diverse. The pupils at Garristown National School spotted a gap in the market and started selling tea and coffee to parents waiting to pick up children at the school gates. Their teacher, Neal Billings, found JEP encouraged the development of his pupil’s mathematical skills. “The children designed surveys, collected

Golf Classic In Malahide The Annual Parish Golf Classic will take place on Friday, 9th May at Malahide Golf Club.

Shotgun starts at 9am and 2pm.

Byrne Welcomes Blue Flag Application Local councillor Ciaran Byrne (Lab), has welcomed the application by the County Council for Blue Flag status for four beaches in Skerries, Portrane, Donabate and Portmarnock.

“The Water Services Department of the Council, collaborating with great work by volunteer community groups such as “Adopt a Beach in Skerries and Rush can take real credit for the quality of the beaches around the North County, which the most recent scientific data for 2013 illustrate.”

There are ten beaches in the County Council administrative area that are monitored for water quality. They are Front Strand Beach at Balbriggan, South Beach at Skerries, Loughshinny Beach, South Beach at

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and recorded data and represented it using graphs. They also now understand the concept of money and how a profit and loss sheet works,“ he said.

In Balscadden National School, teacher Isobel Donnelly also found the programme presented an exciting and new way of advancing the core curriculum subjects, and she told the County Leader: “We’ve been brushing up on our mental arithmetic and calculator skills for our project and we’ve been integrating it with gaeilge with a real shop set up in the class,” she explained.

The pupils are conversing as shopkeeper and customer as gaeilge. The programme is very complementary to the curriculum.”

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According to the County Council, all of the beaches listed above, with the exception of Malahide are

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Malahide has not been identified as bathing water since 2012 due to safety concerns.

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Pictured at the Captains' Drive-In at Hollywood Lakes Golf Club on St Patrick's Day last are, Lady captain Marie Christie, Vice-captain Seán Smyth, Lady Vice-captain, Ann Hallinan, Captain Robert Keogh and Club President, Geoff Peat.

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country. The old saying “if you don’t know where you are going you will end up somewhere else” seems to explain the current situation. It seems that an expectation was that, just as the Berlin Wall came down in 1989, Russia would not react. But these are different times and Putin has a very different view of the role that Russia is entitled to play in Has the By Cathal Boland world affairs.

European @TheCountyLeader For most of us here in Ireland, we are Union over side line players but for some it’s played its hand? It seems that much more real. This came very when soft encouragement starkly across to me when was given to those in purchasing my Sunday Ukraine, who favoured papers. As I paid, the assiscloser ties with the EU, no tant spoke to me of her end game was considered. fears for her native Poland The Ukraine government and what was going to fell and was replaced without happen in the region. Since elections. Russia reacted and then I’ve been engaged in a so Ukraine is divided. It was clear number of such conversations with from the start of the street protests members of the emigrant community that there was a clear divide within who originally hail from states which Ukraine, as to the direction that the once formed part of the Soviet country should take. It seems the Union. western part wants close ties with A resolution to the crisis must be Europe, while the east and Crimea found quickly. It must be one which see their future with Russia. recognises the views of the citizens, The protesters won their street battle while providing protection to the but at the cost of splitting their integrity of Russia’s neighbours.

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Book Talk In Lusk Further meetings to discuss the book Pope Francis and the Joy of the Gospel will take place on Tuesday, 8th and 15th April at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre in Lusk (Old School opposite Church).

Copies of the book are available from Veritas bookshop or can be downloaded from the Vatican website.

It was Captains' Drive-In Day at Hollywood Lakes Golf Club on St Patrick's Day, 17th March last. Pictured are Lady Captain, Marie Christie and Captain, Robert Keogh, as they arrive at the clubhouse in appropriate attire.

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all know times are tough right now, but it is nothing compared to the times facing those under the care of Laura Lynn. I will look after all costs incurred by myself on this venture. I was eager to know where money collected for this charity went, and Lura Lynn presented me with a shopping list, which they call their wish list. They have given me the power to choose whatever I wish from that list. I have decided to choose a bed hoist, which costs €11,000.”

“At the moment, I have managed to collect €8,000, so I’m hopeful of reaching my target. My colleague

Paul McGurrell, a firefighter based in Swords Fire Station, has decided to take on one of the biggest challanges of his life. Paul will take part in the infamous Marathon des Sables (MDS) in Morocco in April.

He participated in his first Dublin Marathon in 2006, and this is what started his fascination with running.

Paul told the County Leader, “On 4th April, I will travel to Morocco for the marathon. The MDS is a 250 km foot race over 6 days, through the Sahara Desert. Along with extremely harsh terrain and temperatures that can reach 50 degrees centigrade, it has the added difficulty of being a self sufficient race. This means that all competitors must Paul McGurrell, is pictured at Swords Fire carry everything they Firefighter, Station, with the back pack, which he will have to carry need on their backs with him on his ultra marathon in Morocco next month. apart from shelter, which will be at least 10 kgs in here, Ian Lawless has been a great support in handling my facebook weight. - not for the faint hearted!!

He is undertaking this event for a page, called running fire fighter. very special charity. “I will be People can donate at the Pavilions running for the Laura Lynn Shopping Centre on Saturday, 29th Foundation, which is the only chil- March, where the fire brigade will dren’s hospice in this country. We be there all day.

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Pictured here are pupils from Scoil Phadraic Cailini, Donabate Winners of the Fingal Students Enterprise Awards for Primary Schools with Joe Harford (chairman Fingal County Enterprise Board), County Mayor, Cllr Kieran Dennison, Oisin Geoghegan ( CEO/FEB ) and Cllr. Gerry McGuire.

Local Schools To Receive Improvements Minister James Reilly has welcomed the announcement that five schools in the North County are to receive funding under the 2014 Summer Works Scheme.

“I am delighted that five schools in the North County are to receive funding for building maintenance and improvement works under the 2014 Summer Works Scheme. The schools listed for grants are: Corduff National School, St Margaret’s National School, Holy Family Senior National School, St Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush and St Finian’s in Swords,” he said.

Reilly explained that these funds would be

used to help each local school improve their school building: “The scheme is used by schools to improve and upgrade existing school buildings. The first round of funding will allow schools to carry out small and medium scale building works across three categories of projects - Gas, Electrical and Mechanical. The five local schools receiving funding from the scheme will result in many students benefiting from the works carried out.”

“A second round of the scheme will be announced in the coming weeks and will cover other types of school building

improvement works.

Applications are currently being assessed for this second round of funding,” he continued.

The Skerries Chess Club meets every Tuesday night, including school holidays, in Joe May’s bar. Normally juniors attend from 7pm to about 8.30pm and adults any time from 7 pm. Coaching is provided for juniors by several of the senior players. Occasional coaching of seniors is also given by some of the stronger players or any player willing to prepare and present a topic they have studied. These mutual help groups may take the form of analysing games together thereby boosting performance in time and fostering a good team and club spirit. New members are always welcome.

“This scheme is also good for job creation, supporting 2,160 direct and 430 indirect local construction jobs across the North County and beyond.” “It is crucial that we continue to

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maintain and modernise our local school buildings. Our children deserve the best possible environment in which to learn and flourish,” Reilly concluded.

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“My favourite is Jamelia. I saw an episode where there were two atrocious acts and she was the only judge who seemed to know the acts were desperate to go through.”

Carol Barrett, Navan “I really love Delores. It’s just her whole nature and she’s so down to earth. She tries to point them in the right direction, she’s just so nice to the acts.”

Gabrielle Moore, Garristown “Kian, because he’s very good. He’s just a nice person, he’s very fair.”

Martina Ross, Swords “Delores is my favourite, she says it exactly how she sees it.”

Jamelia Gets North County Vote As the ever popular singing contest, The Voice of Ireland, reaches its concluding weeks, the County Leader decided to hit the streets of the North County to find out who the local public rates as their favourite judge from this year’s exciting series.

The votes are in and we can now reveal that Jamelia is your favourite judge from The Voice of Ireland 2014. The British born songstress is proving to be a huge hit with the North County this year, with much of the public loving her opinionated, feisty nature and happy-go-lucky personality. Jamelia was closely followed by former Westlife member, Kian Egan, with a number of people admiring his fair judgement making and down to earth character. However, Cranberries front lady, Delores O’Riordan, divided opinions in the North County, with you either loving her straight down the line decision making, or hating her try hard attitude. In a surprise turn, singer songwriter Bressie tailed behind in last place, with not one singling him out as a favourite judge from this year’s panel. In previous years, the Dublin born judge has been a clear preference (especially with the ladies!) but given the results of our survey, it appears he may have lost a few fans during this year’s gripping series.

Historical Society Launches New Programme Of Talks Monica McManus, Ballytore “Maybe Bressie because I can’t stand Kian. I don’t like Delores and I don’t like Jamelia either so it’s got to be Bressie.”

Hilary Debeny, Dundrum “I love Jamelia because she’s so out there and she’s got an opinion. I love that girl, she’s so feisty and brilliant. I cannot stand Delores, she does my head in. it’s all about her all the time, she just tries to be so cool.”

Greg Mark, Swords “I would say Jamelia, she’s very genuine and just very good.”

Edel Sheehan, Oldtown “Jamelia. I really really like her she’s just so straight and says it exactly how it is.”

Maureen McGrane, Swords.

“I like Kian. He’s very honest and fair.”

Frank Kelly, Donabate.

“I would say Jamelia. There’s just something about her, she’s a very jolly, happy character.”

Margaret Giles, Swords “Delores, I do think she’s very good.”

Maureen Murphy, Swords “I’d be in favour of Kian, I really like his personality, he’s very fair. Or maybe even Bressie.”

Claire Carroll, Drogheda “Kian. He came across really well in the jungle so that’s what made me like him a bit more. He’s very down to earth.”

Balbriggan & District Historical Society are delighted to announce a new and exciting programme of talks for 2014. Chairman Brian Howley told the County Leader about the exciting programme of events they have planned for this year: “We are delighted to have secured the services of some excellent speakers – starting with the local – our own Jim Walsh telling the history of our much loved Carnegie library – the subject of such an amount of controversy earlier in the year,” he said.

“Then we turn to the national interest and what can be more national that the Battle of Clontarf and the demise of Brian Boru – this time we have the eminent Professor of History at NUI Maynooth Prof Colm Lennon. We are delighted that he has found time in a busy diary this year to share his research on this monumental event in Irish history.”

He continued: “Then we move to something a little different but very worthwhile and interesting – ‘Uses of Photography in Ireland,

1839-1900’ by Dr. Peader Slattery. Again an expert in his field this will provide a unique insight into a topic held dear by the Irish and local public.”

“We are delighted to launch this new programme of events and welcome each and everyone to join us for some very informative evenings,” he concluded.

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Local Farmers Object To Walkway The much anticipated walkway/cycleway across the Malahide estuary, which will start at Malahide Castle and culminate at Newbridge House in Donabate, is widely regarded as a very welcome development for tourism in the area. However, the proposed development is a source of concern for a number of local farmers in the Donabate area.

By Patrick Finnegan Swords local election candidate, Michael Collins (NP), who is a native of Donabate, was contacted by concerned local farmers, who are angry that the new walkway will cross their land and are fearful for the safety of their animals. Collins contacted the County Leader and explained the dilemma that faces the farmers. The new walkway is planned to go through the land of three local farmers, Jack Sheehan, Francis Hand and Ivan Keeling, who are set to face compulsory purchase demands on parts of their farm holdings.

Collins proposes that the walkway, upon reaching the Donabate side of the causeway should then proceed along the northern side of the Malahide Estuary to the end of the Kilcrea Road. It should then proceed directly along this estuary into Swords, linking up with the existing walkway to Malahide, thereby making a complete loop.

The advantage of opening the entire estuary as a pedestrian and cycleway track, will prove a major attraction for residents of both Swords and Malahide.

“While Francis and Ivan are both affected by the plans, the impact on Jack’s land will effectively mean his farm

Balscadden Launches Text Alert Scheme Balscadden officially launched their very own Text Alert scheme recently in the Old School in Balscadden.

Attending the launch was the Chairman of the Committee responsible for its introduction to the area, Aidan Staunton, Superintendent, Noel Carolan, District Officer, Balbriggan and Sergeant Kathy O’Neill from Balbriggan station and who is also Text Alert co-ordinator for the area.

Speaking at the launch, Aidan Staunton said that the campaign to

get Text Alert up and running in the area had been a huge success, and that the community had received great support and guidance from the local Gardai under the command of Superintendent Carolan, Muintir Na Tire, and the County Council who assisted with the erection of the text alert signs in the area. “There was a big turnout for the launch, which demonstrated the commitment the community has to fight crime any way they can. In excess of 150 households have signed up for the scheme in the area,” he told the County Leader.

“The people are the ears and the eyes of the Gardai and without their

will be divided in two. The walkway will go very close to his house and will greatly affect his privacy.

Also, if he has cattle on one side and wants to locate them on the other side, what is he to do?.

There’s also the issue of security and the danger of cattle eating litter that has been discarded, and the Pictured at Jack Sheehan's farm in Donabate are, local election candidate, Michael likes,” he said.

Collins, with farmers Jack Sheehan, Ivor Keeling and Francis Hand.

The three men have all lodged objections with the Local Authority. Jack problem surrounds the sluice gate, which keeps the Sheehan spoke about how the proposed development rising tide at bay. In severe weather, this sluice gate will affect him. “My privacy will be taken away. This is a can be dislodged, meaning that up to 100 acres can be very quiet area and another concern we all have is that flooded. Collins and the farmers believe that the we have hay in summer, and the possibility of someone cycleway/walkway is a good idea, but needs to be setting fire to it is a real worry for us,” he said. located in a more appropriate location, where the Another problem for the local authority, according to public can enjoy their walk and cycle, but not at the the farmers, is that some of the area is to be built on a expense of families who have farmed for generations, flood plane, which will necessitate much of it to be built in a peaceful, secure rural area. on stilts. Once the route crosses Jack Sheehan’s land, the water will be a major problem. “The Council will have to use pile drivers, and dig deep at that,” they maintain.

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“This scheme will alert criminals who enter this area, that they are been watched and that their movements will be reported to the Gardai.”

Dedicated signs have been erected all around the area with a dedicated phone number for the Gardai on the sign.

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Sinnott Wants New Community Fund Established

Swords Credit Union Merger To Benefit Customers A proposal to combine Swords and District Credit Union with Coolock Artane Credit Union, is to be presented to members of both credit unions at a Special General Meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, 26th March.

The meeting, which will take place at Fingallians GAA, is expected to rubber stamp the voluntary merger of both credit unions, who will trade under the name ‘Member First’. The move is widely seen as a very beneficial one for Swords members, which will see enhanced services, including debit card facilities and budget plan, as well as

By Patrick Finnegan doubling dividend payments to members.

Manager of Swords Credit Union, Fiona Cunningham spoke to the County Leader about the impact that combining both credit unions will have on members. “Over two years ago, the Government set up the Credit Union Commission to look at restructuring credit unions in Ireland. With increased regulation, as well as services that members are looking for, you need to be able to provide for these. Swords Credit Union are ISO 27001 certified, making them one of the only credit unions in the country

to have it,” she said.

Ms Cunningham was quick to point out that Swords Credit Union is not in any financial difficulties and that the merger is a voluntary move between the two credit unions. She said, “The Central Bank has not asked for this merger. It is a totally voluntary move by both of us. Over the past few months, there has been an increase in regulation surrounding credit unions, and how business is conducted. The landscape of how credit unions operate is changing, and we selected a partner who was equal in stature, with similarly skilled staff and resources.

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Fund,” he explained. “I am proposing that each of the 40 Councillors elected to the County Council in May donate €1,000 of their annual allowance so that the fund can be established. The € 40,000 raised could then be allocated to community groups, residents committees and clubs Independent Candidate in the following a short competitive upcoming elections, Justin process. Those bidding for Sinnott, has proposed the estab- funding could make the case for a lishment of a new Councillors small project or once off initiaC o m m u n i t y F u n d . H e t o l d t h e tive.”

County Leader about his Sinnott continued: “To proposed scheme. ensure the money is “May’s local elections will evenly distributed across see the number of each community Councillors elected in the throughout the North North County increase County, I would propose from 24 to 40. The a cap of €500 per project. increase is due to the Having this cap would p o p u l a t i o n i n c r e a s i n g Justin Sinnott (NP) m e a n 8 0 p r o j e c t s a n d rapidly over the course of events could be funded annuthe last decade, however it is ally.” understandable that people in “ T h e C o u n c i l h a s t o b e a b o u t Swords are asking why they are supporting the community and getting more politicians while at supporting those who volunteer t h e s a m e t i m e c u t b a c k s a r e to make the North County a better being made to vital services. To p l a c e t o l i v e . W e n e e d a n e w a d d r e s s t h i s i m b a l a n c e I a m approach and this fund can be an proposing the establishment of a element in bringing the Council new community fund called: The b a c k t o t h e c o m m u n i t y , ” h e County Councillors Community concluded.

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She also pointed out that the decision will be made by the members of both credit unions, which is the first time that members have had a say in such mergers, of which there has been 17 nationwide.

With such mergers, many people believe that jobs are at risk,

but Ms,Cunningham confirmed that nothing will change. “Staff will remain the same and there will be no disruption to services, except that they will be enhanced. It will be very much business as usual for members who will be served in the same building by the same people as before. Everything they value will be retained; it will just be a financially stronger entity,” she confirmed.

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Councillor Darragh Butler (FF) is pictured at the new playground at Thornleigh in Swords, with local resident Geraldine Gowen and her daughter, Eve.

Second New Playground For Swords The second of two new playgrounds in Swords is now officially open to the public. After months of fundraising and hard work, the second of two new playgrounds, the Thornleigh Playground in Applewood is now open for use.

Member of the local Swords Needs Playgrounds group, Marica Killi said, “We hope that the local community will take ownership for their new playground and help to look after it for many years to come as it was so desperately needed,” she said. “The playground is just waiting on benches and litter bins to be fitted and these should be in place in the next few weeks, but if

there are any litter issues, we’re asking people to please contact the County Council Parks Division.”

“We hope that everyone using the playground will show respect to other users and the equipment, but should anyone experience any anti social behaviour, then please call Swords Gardai with details and descriptions,” she said.

Local councillor, Darragh Butler (FF) is delighted with the new playground and paid tribute to Marica and the hard working committee of Swords Needs Playgrounds. He said, “It’s brilliant to see the second Swords playground opened at Thornleigh so quickly. When Marica and the committee came to me and planning permission was granted, we never expected the money to be collected so quickly.

This is a wonderful facility for children in the area. Rubbish bins, which are badly needed, will be put in shortly,” he said.

Judging of entries in this year’s 60th Texaco Children’s Art Competition has commenced.

Going for judging are entries received from two North County students – a still life study by 17year old Ellen Dack, a pupil at Malahide Community School and a work entitled ‘African Sunset’ by 15-year old Lauren Tarpey, a pupil at Portmarnock Community School.

Winners will be announced in mid-April after which the top twenty-one prizewinning entries will be placed on exhibition at the Hugh Lane Gallery on Dublin’s Parnell Square where they will be seen alongside works by such renowned figures as Francis Bacon, William Orpen, Jack B. Yeats and Louis le Brocquy.

Employee volunteers from the healthcare company, Abbott took part in the Discover Science Zone at the ‘Big Day Out’ event at Merrion Square for the St. Patrick’s Festival.

The Abbott volunteers demonstrated family friendly experiments to children and their parents at the event.

Pictured here are Abbott volunteer, Nuno Pires (left), with Natalie and Declan Keenan from Garristown and their daughters Georgia (6) and Jenny (9).

Development Of Swords Castle A Priority Following the successful launch of the new Malahide Castle complex, the council’s parks division was asked what plans there are to make similar investments and improvements to other local tourism assets, including Swords Castle.

The parks divisions reply was that “‘Conservation Management Plans are currently being prepared for several heritage properties owned and managed by the County Council, including Swords Castle.

However, Green Party candidate for Swords electoral area, Ken Duffy is urging the local authority to be more forthcoming in their commitment to the project. He told the

County Leader, “I have a number of questions for the Council, including, what is the timeline for the Conservation Management Plan for Swords Castle. I also want to know what the budget is to be set aside, and if Swords Castle will be on the Priority of Future Capital Investment List.”

Duffy, who is passionate about the development of the castle added, “Swords Ken Duffy can’t afford to wait another 18 years. The development and completion of Swords Castle would have immediate economic

tourism value to the businesses and residents of Swords, the capital town. I believe the completion of works at Swords Castle should be a matter of urgency and must not be allowed to continue as a piecemeal project, like it has for so many years.”

He continued, “Works carried out so far at the castle have been outstanding and I would ask that the Council somehow find the necessary funds needed to complete this vital project.

Swords Castle is by far our most under used asset, it’s potential to create jobs with tourism footfall is enormous. Swords is tired of being overlooked, always the bridesmaid and never the bride,” he concluded.

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Renowned Irish fashion designer Louise Kennedy launched her Spring Summer 2014 collection last week with top Irish models Thalia Heffernan, Martha Christie and Irma Maliaukaite. The collection is a celebration of modern femininity, with sleek tailoring, vivid colour hues, delicate lace and unexpected details 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 collection continues to celebrate the modern woman who emulates classic style.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day At Swords Pavilions Does your mum deserve only the best this Mother’s Day? Well, the Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords would like to give you the chance to win a € 500 Swords Pavilions Gift Card for your mum.

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New Play From Skerries Theatre Group Skerries Theatre Group’s next production will be the comedy ‘A Healthy Grave’ by Simon Brett.

The production will be on in the Little Theatre in Skerries from Wednesday, 26th March to Saturday, 5th April starting at 8.15pm.

This charming, gentle and poignant play features Hilary and Robert Travers, a retired childless couple who were prominent academics in their careers, now faced with spending their time together living quietly in their cottage in the Cotswolds. Once the life and soul of the university, Robert is now

Malahide Student Reaches Fashion Semi Finals Student designer, Deirdre O’Brien from Malahide has reached the semi-final of Vodafone DIT Fashion Show which is taking place today, Tuesday 25th March. at Smock Alley in Dublin.

The Malahide lady, who studies at The Grafton Academy, is one of 16 shortlisted student designers who has made it through to the semi-final of the Student Designer section of the Vodafone DIT Fashion Show 2014 and, if successful, she will go through to the final at the Vodafone DIT Fashion Show 2014 in Vicar Street Dublin on Thursday, April 3rd.

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There will be lots of special offers and pamper treats for your mum on the Saturday, as the Pavilions want to pamper all you mothers out there with makeovers and make up advice from MK Studios, Benefit, Smashbox, Elizabeth Arden, The Body Shop and Boots No 7 and Treasured Scents. They will have The Perfume Shop on hand with all their advice on the latest trends, and will also have lots of giveaways so make sure you pop in and join in the fun.

Pictured here are actors Mary Cauldwell and Colm O’Maolmhuire who will perform in the production of ‚ ”Healthy Grave” in Skerries.

confined to telling all his anecdotes to Hilary, who has, of course, heard them all many times before! There are many touching scenes between them as well as very funny moments. Each has a secret; however

Pictured at the Ward Union Point to Point at Folley's, Oldtown last weekend, are local election candidate, Cathal Boland and his partner, Lou McGovern.

each one knows about the other’s secret; but they play along with this in a most interesting way.

After many years directing (The Weir, The Importance of Being Earnest, Molly Sweeney) Mary Cauldwell makes a welcome return to the stage as Hilary. Her husband in the play is veteran actor Colm Ó Maolmhuire (most recently seen as Father Jack in Dancing at Lughnasa).

The Director is Skerries Theatre Group stalwart Áine McGuinness, who has acted in many plays over the years and whose previous directing experience includes Alan Ayckbourn’s Confusions (Drinking Companion).

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The competition is intense for this annual fashion show, now in its 11th year, and the overall winner of the student design competition will receive a cash prize of €2,500, while the 50 student models involved go head to head to win a prestigious modelling contract.

The judging panel consists of Ireland’s top stylist Maria Fusco, broadcaster Brendan Courtney, fashion editor at the Weekend Magazine, Bairbre Power, former DIT student and creator of the event, Lou Conlon and designer/previous winner of the Vodafone student designer

Pictured here is student designer Deirdre O'Brien from Malahide with DIT student model Klara Stejskalova (who will wear Deirdre’s design) in semi-final of Vodafone DIT Fashion Show, taking place at Smock Alley Dublin on Tuesday 25th March.

competition, Umit Kutluk. The chosen charity for the Show this year is the Jack & Jill Foundation.

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New Public Area Enhancement Scheme For Local Authority The Minister for Environment, Community, and Local Government, Mr. Phil Hogan T.D., recently announced that €2.975 million would be provided to local authorities for a dedicated Public Area Enhancement scheme for the busy summer tourist season. He told the County Leader: “2014 has been a challenging year so far for local authorities in terms of managing their public spaces due to the exceptionally inclement weather conditions we have experienced and I know that towns across the North County and beyond will be hoping for another very successful tourist season this year, following on from the success of Gathering Ireland in 2013.” “This addi-

tional, once-off fund is being provided to support local authorities’ efforts to prepare and maintain their public areas in an effort to maximise the economic benefits that can flow from increased visitors to their towns, cities and counties,” he explained. The Minister suggested that examples of work that might be undertaken, could include additional support for community groups involved in the SuperValu Tidy Towns competition, improvement works to local public parks and recreational walking areas, cleaning and tidying of older graveyards or the cleaning and making safe of derelict buildings.

The funding has been allocated to all city and County Councils on a proportional basis and the Minister asked that, “wherever possible, local authorities should undertake work in co-operation with community-based groups.” All work undertaken should be additional to work already planned and must also be supplemented with 25 per cent matching funding from the local authority.

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Pictured here is local councillor Darragh Butler (FF), canvassing with Dublin City Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick and Aoibheann Mahon at J.C.'s Supermarket, Swords recently. Butler is seeking re-election to the County Council and Mary is Fianna Fáil's Dublin candidate for the European elections.

Coffee Morning In Skerries Skerries are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of their Daffodil Day Coffee morning on Friday, March 28th from 9.15am to 12.30pm in Skerries Rugby Club. This event would not happen without the faithful support of the locality, and the organisers look forward to seeing you there.

Raffle prizes and donations are most welcome.

Special Olympics Ireland’s annual Collection Day, will take place throughout Ireland on Friday, 11th April, 2013.

Volunteers will be needed throughout the North County and beyond to look after collection points.

The Collection Day is the biggest annual fundraising event in aid of Special Olympics Ireland.

The money raised on the day will be used to ensure that Special Olympics Ireland can continue to realise its promise of offering people with an intellectual disability the opportunity to participate in sport in their area.

Liz Callery, Regional Director Special Olympics Eastern Region, told the County Leader “This is our biggest annual fundraising event so it is hugely important to us.

If you have a few hours to spare on Friday, 11th April next please help us by joining one of our collection teams at a location near you. You don’t even need to be a registered

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There were hot whiskeys and Irish coffees galore to toast St Patrick at Malahide Yacht Club, on St Patrick’s Day, at the annual fundraiser in aid of Howth RNLI.. Pictured enjoying the day are Luke, Jack and Matthew Nolan.

Bargains At Vincent’s In Malahide Vincent’s shop in Malahide is having a Designer Sale day on Saturday 29th March. Doors will open at 12 noon. Every item of clothing added that day will be brand new, plus there will be a huge variety of new items from perfumes to toys, glassware to books.

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Local business among first in the country to achieve industry award AJK Motors is among the first body shops in the country to achieve new Industry Standard AJK Motors, Golf Road, Rush, Co.Dublin is delighted to announce that we have successfully achieved the new “Certified Steel Standard” (CSS) for professional bodyshops in Ireland.

CSS is a national accreditation mark, which offers consumers assurance that structural vehicle body repairs have been carried out to the highest possible standard.

Setup by the SIMI (Society of the Irish Motor Industry) the new standard was established because of the increasing complexity of the makeup of cars and the level of expertise that is required to repair them.

“These bodyshops should be proud of their accomplishment. Their willingness to raise the standard of repairs within the industry demonstrates the passion and pride they have in their personnel and their business and most importantly in their ability to repair crashed vehicles safely and to the highest quality”

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Ireland’s top ten Green Hotels, as verified by The Green Hospitality Programme, includes two from the North County.

Fourth place in the competition went to Bewley’s Hotel, Dublin Airport. This hotel is a committed Green Hospitality Member since 2010 and certified by the Green Hospitality Programme. It scored highly in the C02 and water categories and is fully committed to the Green Hospitality Programme.

In 8th place was the Carlton Hotel, Dublin Airport. This hotel is a committed Green Hospitality Member since 2008 and holds the Green Hospitality Silver Award. Declan Meagher, General Manager of the Carlton Hotel; Dublin Airport told the County Leader, “Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport is delighted to be awarded the accolade of Ireland’s 8th Greenest Hotel 2013. The team at the hotel have worked continuously to minimise the hotel’s impact on the environment, through a focused and measured approach to energy, water and waste management processes, whilst retaining our focus on delivering a quality sustainable hospitality product to our clients. The hotel aims to continue this measured approached to environmental management in 2014 and beyond”,” he said.

Coming out on top was The Westport Woods Hotel, Westport, Co. Mayo.

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“Customers deserve the best service and the best standard of repairs when they experience the trauma of a crash repair. When a vehicle is involved in a serious crash or accident it doesn’t necessarily have to be written-off, that vehicle can be repaired to a high standard and returned to the road in a safe condition. What is important though is that you can be sure it has been properly /correctly repaired before it is returned to the

road and that is where CSS comes in” Mark Kelly says : “As a family run business established over 30 years ago

by Anthony Kelly and now managed by sons Mark and John Kelly we are proud to be North County Dublin’s first crash repair centre to achieve the CSS standard.

We have worked hard to achieve CSS accreditation as we feel it is important to clearly demonstrate to our customers that our bodyshop is committed to the highest level of quality and safety standards. The CSS certification will give consumers confidence that after an accident that their car has been repaired to manufacturers standards and returned to pre-accident condition using state of the art tools and equipment. All work is carried out by fully trained technicians who pride themselves on turning out highest quality workmanship.

Our staff’s commitment and dedication has been vital in achieving the CSS standard as well as receiving approvals from VW Ireland as well as other manufacturers. We see these standards as vital going forward as they reassure our customers and the general public of our commitment to excellence

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Balbriggan based charity, Remember Us, are looking for some brave women to step forward and run the Women’s Mini-Marathon for this great local cause. Remember Us are looking for as many ladies as possible to participate in the Women’s Mini-Marathon to raise much needed funds in aid of the group.

The race takes place on Bank Holiday Monday, June 2nd so

there’s plenty of time to get fit for the big day. A spokesperson for Remember Us told the County Leader: “Start asking your family and friends to participate on our behalf. Any female over 16 is eligible. We have started our walk and jog mornings and evenings to get us all fit for the event. They take place every Tuesday evening 7.30pm and every Thursday

morning 10.30am. The meeting point is the church car park in Balbriggan for both sessions.”

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This was announced at the launch of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána’s recent St Patrick’s Weekend Road Safety Campaign.

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Mr Leo Varadkar TD told the County Leader, “A lot of progress has been made over the last decade, but too many people are still putting themselves at risk, and the safety of others, by not buckling up in the car. The Government’s Road Safety Strategy has set a target for full compliance on seatbelt wearing by 2020, but there is every reason to meet that target sooner. Wearing a seatbelt is one of the easiest

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“Our message is simple – make smart choices about how you use the roads: never ever drink or drug drive, don’t speed and make sure you and your passengers are wearing your seatbelts before you set off on a journey, no matter how short,” he continued.

Assistant Commissioner John Twomey, An Garda Síochána said: “In recent years, we have seen a marked change in how people use the roads but unfortunately, people continue to take risks by not ensuring that they and their passengers are properly restrained in a vehicle.”

An RSA observational study of seatbelt wearing rates conducted in 2013 among 20,000 car users found that 94 percent of drivers, 93 per cent of front passengers and 89 per cent of rear passengers were observed wearing their seatbelts. Women were found to be more compliant than men with 97 per cent of female drivers belting up compared to 92 per cent of male drivers.

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New Play In Portmarnock The St. Andrew’s Players’ will be putting on a production of ‘Arsenic & Old Lace’ by Joseph Kesselring in the Martello Room in the Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre on the 8th, 9th, and 10th May at 8pm. Tickets will be available at the door on the night.

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Recent published deaths from the North County BYRNE Stephen (Donabate) March 19, 2014 (peacefully), at home; sadly missed by his loving wife Suzanne, son Ryan, mam Eileen, dad Paddy, brothers, sisters, mother-in-law, father-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

GRAHAM (nee Bennett) (Bealinstown, Swords) March 16, 2014, (peacefully), at St. Francis Hospice, Raheny, Ann; deeply regretted by her loving husband Sean, daughter Aine, sons John and Mark, brothers, sisters, mother-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

HARFORD (formerly Warren, nee Tighe) (St. Margaret’s and late of Old Street, Malahide) - March 17, 2014, (peacefully), at the mater Hospital, Ellen, beloved mother of the late Peter; deeply regretted by her beloved husband Eamonn, son, daughters, family, relatives amd friends. Rest in peace.

MCGUIGAN (The Burrow, Portrane) - March 17, 2014, (peacefully), at home, Patrick; deeply regretted by his loving wife Cecelia, daughter Aine, son-in-law Robert, grandchildren Murron and Cara, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

DOYLE (Skerries) 15th March 2014 (peacefully) at Beaumont hospital in the wonderful care of the staff at St. Clare’s Ward, surrounded by his loving family, Peter, sadly missed by his loving wife, Eileen, daughters, Aileen and Valerie, son Declan, sister, Marie, brother, Liam, and his 5 grandchildren, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

Miracle Prayer Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask you for a very special one (mention request).

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“Seasonal Starter/Ranger” “The Island Golf Club” invites applications for the position of seasonal starter/ranger The position is a seasonal full time position from April - September.

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Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for the construction of a ground and first floor extension to the south ,west, and east of the existing house to accommodate 2 no. bedrooms, bathroom, sitting room, dining room, garage, lobby and associated ancillary site works at 29A Seatown Villas, Swords, Co. Dublin, for Mr. Daniel DeJong 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 in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for alterations & extensions to existing dwellinghouse along with associated siteworks to include upgrading of existing septic tank & percolation area. at ‘Longhouse’, Balgaddy, Ringcommons, Naul, Co. Dublin. Signed :Paul & Ann Kimmage 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 Fingal County Council I John Spollen am seeking planning permission at 'St.Patricks' Strand Road, Portmarnock, Co.Dublin. The development will consist of a new dormer to side of existing roof, previously approved as part of planning ref. 11B/0105. 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 public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of prescribed fee(€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

Fingal County Council I, Sean Coyne, intend to apply for full Planning Permission to erect a two story dwelling (81.22 sq. m.), and vehicular access within the boundaries of 55 Craoibhin Park, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin.This Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority, during the public opening hours at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority, on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council, of the Application.

Fingal County Council Planning Permission is being sought for Change of Use of 55 sq.m. two-storey Dental Surgery / Residential building to Office use (with new entrance door from St. Margaret's Road) at Rear of 7 Castle Terrace, Malahide, Co. Dublin (a Protected Structure) for M. Concannon. 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 We, Tom & Emer Garland intend to apply for planning permission at 21 The Avenue, Skerries Rock, Skerries, Co. Dublin.

The development will consist of the construction a single storey extension to the rear, a single storey extension to the side at the family room, a single storey extension to the front porch and rear utility, provision of rooflights over the new extensions, provision of solar panels to the main roof, minor internal and external alterations, all to the existing two storey dwelling house.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

Fingal County Council Planning permission sought by Jane Landy & David Cooke for a single storey extension to the rear at 56 Holmpatrick, 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 submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

Fingal County Council I, Dr Marcus De Brun, intend to apply for planning permission for an amendment to the previously approved application F10A/0360 at 6A Main Street, Rush, Co Dublin. The amendment is for the change of use of 27 sq m of first floor records storage to an additional consulting room. All other aspects remain unchanged. 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

Fingal County Council We Matt and Catherine McMahon intend to apply to Fingal County Council for planning permission for a single 2 bedroom dwelling house and associated works to the rear of 7 the Rise, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The proposed house is a modest detached house including 2 car park spaces provided to the front with a entrance way onto the existing lane-way which provides the associated and ancillary services. 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 may be made to the authority in writing on payment if the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application Fingal County Council We William and Amanda Gillooley intend to apply to Fingal County Council for planning permission for development at Lime Kiln Lane, Balgriffin, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the removal of the existing flat roof extensions to the rear of the property and the replacement with a new extension to the rear of the existing private dwelling, the replacement of the existing septic tank with a treatment plant and associated site works. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission may be made to the authority in writing on payment if the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application Fingal County Council We Gwen and Kevin Spicer intend to apply to Fingal County Council for planning permission for development at 76 Drumnigh Wood, Old Portmarnock, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the extension and conversion of the existing garage to the side of the main dwelling and a change of use to allow for a granny flat and associated site works. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission may be made to the 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 this application

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