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10th September 2013 • Volume 20, Issue 34 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • Tel: 8•400•200 • info@northcountyleader.ie

North County Does It Again

he remarkable sequence of success experienced by North County towns and villages, continued yet again in the national Tidy Towns competition, the results of which were released on Monday last in a glittering ceremony at the Helix Theatre.

All in all, it was another great showing by our Tidy Towns committees across the North County, and just reward for the great efforts of all involved. Once again, Skerries came out on top of the class in the North County, with a great score of 309 points, up three on last year, and in the process retaining it’s Gold medal status. The town also won the Dublin Regional Award and a prize of €2,000. The hard working committee of Malahide however, may be somewhat disappointed with their result, where they scored 293 points, the same as last year and won a Silver medal for their efforts. They were classified as Highly Commended in the County Awards. There were excellent performances from other villages and towns in the region, with Lusk, improving their score by three points to 280 and coming third in the regional County Awards. Rush, who only returned to the competition two years ago, won the County Endeavour Award, after scoring a very creditable 241 points, up seven on last year. This comes as a result of great efforts by the town in recent times, which have clearly paid off. There were other impressive showings by Balscadden, Ballyboughal, Balbriggan and Swords, who all managed to improve on their points tally since last year. Balbriggan, with 255 points, are steadily climbing the ladder managed to improve their score by four points, while Swords, who just received a very encouraging IBAL result last week, recorded a very impressive 267 points, up three on last year. Our rural villages of Ballyboughal and Balscadden, also impressed, with the latter up by four points to 261, and Ballyboughal up one to 256 points. You can read a more in-depth report on the results in next week’s edition of North County Leader.

Islamic Cultural Centre Needed In Swords An innovative idea by a By Patrick Finnegan explained that the leading member of the building of a mosque and ourselves and all other cultural centre in the Muslim community in Swords, may go a long costs involved,” he said. area, would have the way to solving the diffi- “We will build the struc- same impact on his his ture all we need is the culties experienced by fellow Muslims, as the local Muslims in terms of site, which would be too building of Churches and worship and education in expensive to buy and we community centres had the area. A benefactor, hope would be donated on the Irish in American with about two acres of to us by a benefactor. We over 100 years ago. land in or around the will appoint an architect “The Muslim population Swords area, is being who will design the is not just from one sought for the purpose of centre in the appropriate country, but from a manner, which would building a new number of different Islamic Cultural countries, all with Centre in the area. their own cultural This idea is the brain differences, but child of local busisharing the same nessman, Tariq faith, which is Salahuddin who is common to all the proprietor of Indie Muslims. Friday Spice Restaurant in lunch time gatherSwords. He told the ings for prayer County Leader, happen from 12pm to “There is a great need 2pm and this is very for such a centre, important in our which would include tradition and if we a mosque, where had a mosque here, local Muslims could it would be an opporgather for Friday tunity to meet people prayers. It would Pictured is Tariq Salahuddin, who from other countries has plans for a new Islamic Centre allow us to teach our and cultures. It children the culture in Swords, which would incorporate would mean so much a mosque. and traditions of to the Muslim Islam. At present, we hire community here in the add greatly to the archiout a room at the North County,” he said. Applewood Community tectural heritage of the He also stressed that an Centre for a few hours area, taking into consid- Islamic Cultural Centre each week. If we got the eration the local environ- would also benefit the land, we would finance ment,” A very enthusi- non-Muslim community the building of the centre astic Mr Salahuddin as well, where they can

Two year old Daniel Grainger, from Rush, tries on his mother, Majella McHugh's mortar board after her graduation ceremony at the O'Reilly Hall, UCD.

see how their religions differ, as well as the similarities between them. “It’s all about spirituality. Proper education about a particular religion is really important in understanding and respecting the similarities and differences with other religions,” he said. The nearest mosques are on South Circular Road and Clonskeagh, which makes it very difficult for local Muslims to visit and fulfil their religious obligations. At present, there are at least 300 to 400 Muslim people in Swords alone, with at least 80 coming from Bangladesh alone. The possibility of such a centre coming to pass, would be widely welcomed in the burgeoning Muslim community, not only in Swords, but in the greater North County area.

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recently from the Green, Crescent and Close, and found burnt out down in the valley (including my own). Thinking I was safer further into the estate, I’d fallen into the habit of leaving mine at the side of the house, but clearly they are becoming more daring and venturing further into the estate. I just want to warn everyone, as replacing a bin can be costly, as Panda charge €40 to replace a bin and I am not sure about By Jennifer McShane the others.” Swords councillor, Darragh Butler (FF), has He assured residents that he had immediately warned local residents to be aware of the informed the County Council, but urged resifact that a number of refuse bins have been dents to keep an eye out and report any suspistolen from housing estates in Swords cious activity to the Gardai. “I have reported recently. He urged locals to be extra vigithis to the Superintendent and Swords Garda lant, and keep their bins as far from sight as Station, along with the County Council, possible. including a location map of where the late night He told the County Leader: “Unfortunately, Cllr. Butler / early morning parties took place. If you hear in an all too common occurrence within Highfields of such activity late any night, please phone Swords estate, a number of refuse bins were again stolen Garda Station.”

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of the Official Languages Act 2003 and offers additional services to those already required under the Act. These improved services include the provision of relevant information in Irish on their websites, in addition to the issuing of press releases bilingually where needed. DAA will also look to promote the Irish language internally through a number of measures, including the introduction of an Irish language training course for staff to facilitate greater interaction with customers through the medium of Irish.

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Balbriggan Pitch and Putt Club 2013 Championship produced a thrilling final as eighteen players qualified for the final after several weeks of play. The winner was Frank Hughes, and the runner-up was Vince Walker. Following up his championship win, Frank won the Bartle Maxwell Shield, with nearest the pin on the day going to Steven Rowe. Picture shows Club Chairman, Rory Homan presenting Frank Hughes with the club championship Jones Cup.

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Swords Shines In Anti-Litter League By Jennifer McShane There was good news for hard working volunteers in Swords recently, after the town was declared cleaner that European norms in the latest IBAL AntiLitter League results. There was also good news for Dublin Airport and its environs which was classed as “clean to European norms.” In the case of Swords, the judges stated that it was “another satisfactory result for Swords,” after they ruled it had eight top class sites and two bad sites. According to the results, all three

approach roads into Swords got the top litter grade and other top ranking sites included Carnegie Court Hotel, Pavilions Shopping Centre and Lidl – the latter was particularly nicely laid out with attractive paving in the car park. The Recycle Facility beside the County Council Environment was in poor state – the overall appearance was very grubby and the area to the rear of the recycle bins was riddled with rubbish. In relation to Dublin Airport, the judges noted a “significant improvement” at a couple of sites. Meanwhile, in a call to the local

Youth Cafe In Donabate Donabate/ Portrane Youth Club Café is open for new members. They will reopen their doors for the second year on Friday 13th September at 7.30pm to 9pm in the Donabate Portrane Community Centre. New members need to be attending Secondary School and can register on the night. They are also looking for additional volunteers, you simply have to be over 18 years of age to help.

authority, Green Party election candidate for Swords, Ken Duffy, has hit out at the number of derelict public phone kiosks that are left unused on the streets of Swords. He told the County Leader, “There are three Esat phone kiosks on the Main Street, two outside the County Council offices and one near Ulster Bank. They have been there so long, we don’t even notice them anymore. “Swords Tidy Towns, under the stewardship of Des Becton have put in a trojan effort to improve the look of the Main Street and the removal or upgrade of these kiosks would go a long way to further enhance the look of the Main Street and help Swords Tidy Towns do better in future Tidy Towns competitions. They have been and remain, a constant eyesore in Swords. Immediate action is now required,” he concluded.

Green Party candidate for Swords, Ken Duffy is pictured at one of the derelict public phone kiosks in Swords, which he maintains are eyesores.

support. Her lifelong friend, Loretta Guidea also travelled with the family to the launch. Breda was delighted with the large turnout of family and friends at the launch. “My mother Breda Mc Donald recently launched her new and a clatter of my family came down to support me. it was an amazing night altobook of poems called ‘Pieces from gether,” she said. the Heart’ in Gorey, Co Wexford She remembers being inspired by recently. a teacher in National School Breda, who is originally from called Mr. Crowe, who used to Balbriggan, will be well known by read poetry and stories to his her maiden name of Breda Grant. pupils when formal lessons were She comes from a very well over for the day. Among her known family in the area and she favourite poems are ‘Winter grew up in Derham Park, with her Fields’ by James Stephens; ‘The parents, Mick and Lily. Her father was better known as ‘Sniggy’ Breda McDonald, originally from Old Woman of the Roads’ by Balbriggan, proudly displays a Padraic Colum; ‘Stopping by Grant. painting her family presented to In 1979, she met her husband, her, to mark the launch of her Woods on a Snowy Evening’ by Robert Frost and The Lake Isle of Thomas and moved to Arklow. new book of poems. Innisfree by William Butler Yeats. They have two adult children, Susan and Kevin. She has lived and worked in ‘Pieces from the Heart’ celebrates her life Arklow for over 30 years. Her mother, Lily and journey and she continues to write and nine of her 12 children were there to show their welcomes the opportunity to share her poems.

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Outstanding Success For Hollywood Lakes Hollywood Lakes Golf Club reached a landmark moment in the club’s history, when they won the very prestigious Uden Cup on Sunday, 1st September last. They beat Royal Dublin Golf Club over two legs in the

final. This is the first time that this progressive club has won this trophy. Team manager, Tony Swan has proven that he is a master tactician on the golf course, as he has managed four teams in the club and they have won all of

Swords ICA Is Back ICA Swords Guild are now reopen after their summer break. All new members are very welcome to join at 8.00 p.m. every Thursday at Colaiste Choilm, Swords, for a great night filled with activities, chat, tea and good fun. The activities include sewing, knitting,

these competitions. However, the Uden Cup is the highest ranking trophy won by the club thus far. The first leg was played over the links at Royal Dublin, which ended in a very creditable tie, at three and a half matches each.

However the second leg was won convincingly by the home team. The celebrations in the clubhouse went on well into the wee small hours of the morning, with all hands recounting a marvellous victory. Members are already eagerly looking forward to next year and adding to the e x p a n d i n g trophy cabinet.

baking, card-making, crochet, bag making, various classes, chairobics, jewellery making, flower arranging, and much more, and they are always open to new activities and things to do. If you would like to demonstrate or speak at one of their meetings. They would be delighted to see you there.

Gearing Up For Fingal Enterprise Week The much anticipated Fingal Enterprise Week is just around the corner, with over 1,500 small businesses expected at the largest initiative of it’s kind in the country. As usual, it will provide local business people with the opportunity to network, learn and receive mentoring from some of the leading names in business, as well as seeking out new business opportunities. This annual event, which is organised by Fingal County Enterprise Board will run from Monday 30th September until Friday 4th October and will have many interesting seminars and information meetings, most of which are free of charge, at a variety of locations across the region. Oisin Geoghegan, CEO of Fingal County Enterprise

Board told the County Leader, “Whether you are already in business or thinking of setting one up, Fingal Enterprise Week’s schedule of events is designed to support and encourage entrepreneurship in Fingal. Working alongside leaders in industry such as Vodafone Ireland, Regus, PayPal and eBay, as well as Fingal County Council and Bank of Ireland, we’ll be offering practical and informative events, showcasing the real life experiences of successful entrepreneurs and the opportunities for businesses in areas such as technology, food and export.” Next week’s edition of the County Leader will contain more in-depth details of events taking place during Enterprise Week.

HMV To Honour Old Gift Vouchers There is good news for local residents and music fans alike around the North County, as music retailer HMV has announced that it will exchange all valid gift cards, which were not honoured earlier this year when the company went into receivership, and replace them with new ones. Many music fans who had received gift vouchers as Christmas gifts last year, were left out of pocket when the chain went into receivership in January. New owner Hilco Capital said that HMV would redeem gift cards which were not honoured during the receivership of the old HMV business. Voucher holders need to register them online before October 11th, and they will receive a replacement voucher with an equal value from October 14th that will be valid until November 15th. HMV returned to the Irish high street last Friday, September 6th with the official opening of its flagship store on Dublin’s Henry Street. There may be some further good news on the horizon for Swords residents, as the company who purchased DVD chain Xtravision in June, now plans to open HMV outlets in its Xtravision stores, one of which is in Swords, by the end of the month.

Aer Lingus Takeover Battle Costly For Ryanair The forced sale of Ryanair’s stake in Aer Lingus and mounting legal fees connected with the takeover battle could end up costing the airline around €250 million. The UK Competition Commission recently ordered Ryanair to reduce its 30 per cent stake in Aer Lingus to five per cent. The ruling is another setback for the country’s biggest airline, after the European Commission’s competition watchdog also ruled against Ryanair’s efforts

to buy Aer Lingus earlier this year. Aer Lingus and the Department of Transport welcomed the decision, but Ryanair chief executive, Michael O’Leary immediately said he would appeal the decision, which he dismissed as “bizarre and manifestly wrong.” The UK Competition Commission told Ryanair – which has made three failed efforts to buy Aer Lingus – that a trustee will be appointed to handle the sale of the 24.8 per cent stake. This could trigger a huge loss for Ryanair, which spent about €407 million acquiring the Aer Lingus stake, and Ryanair has also racked up significant legal bills. Aer Lingus chairman, Colm Barrington also welcomed the commission’s decision, saying it was unacceptable that Ryanair, its principal competitor, had been allowed to remain on the Aer Lingus share register.

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Skerries RNLI Saves Local Diver A local diver owes her life to the men and women of Skerries lifeboat, after being rescued from a popular local swimming spot having been stung in the face by jellyfish. The female diver was suffering from severe hypothermia and several jellyfish stings to the face when she was found by the local RNLI lifeboat crew. At 11 a.m. last Sunday morning,, Skerries RNLI were tasked by Dublin Coast Guard to search for two female divers reported missing in the vicinity of Red Island headland in Skerries. The lifeboat crew proceeded to the area to begin searching for the divers. After a short time searching, a number of divers were seen on the shore at a local swimming spot called ‘The Springers’. A crew member was put ashore to see if these were the divers that had been reported missing. It was quickly determined that one female diver was in need of urgent medical assistance. The casualty was suffering from severe hypothermia and jellyfish stings to the face and

Skerries RNLI crew were on hand in time to save the female diver.

was in a “serious condition.” Spokesperson for Skerries RNLI, Gerry Canning praised the efforts of all involved in the rescue. He told the County Leader: ‘This was a perfect example of how well our volunteers and all the other emergency services work together to ensure that casualties get the best possible care and in the quickest possible time. We would thank the members of the public for their co-operation and assistance during the evacuation. All of the public safely followed the instructions of the Coast Guard personnel at the helicopter landing site and that has to be commended,” he concluded. Playground committee in their efforts.” The group will no doubt be organising more events in the coming weeks, so keep an eye out for details of those.

Swords Group Continues To Gain Momentum The extremely busy Swords Needs Playground group just completed another successful fundraiser recently, and are continuing towards their goal to get two new playgrounds in Swords. Local area representative hopeful for Swords, Diane Sexton (FG), was delighted to attend the Swords Needs a Playground fundraiser, which was held recently in The Slaughtered Lamb in Swords. The event, one of many that the group have organised over the

last number of weeks, was hosted and run by Marica Killi and her fellow committee members, and it was a tremendous success. The funds raised will go towards providing two much needed playgrounds in Swords. Sexton told the County Leader: “As most parents will know from the summer break, it can be difficult to find ways to occupy children and local amenities for families are scarce here in Swords. I am very pleased to support the Swords needs a

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Drug Offences

I have been charged or received a summons for a drugs offence, what do I do?

side from Public Order charges, drug offences are one of the most common matters before the Courts. There are three main offences; Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, 1977 to date - this is otherwise known as a possession charge. It is the most minor of all the drug charges. The amount of drugs must be no more than what would be required for the accused's immediate use. This commonly is problematic because a drug user might be in possession of say two months worth of cannabis and has no intention to supply the drug to another. However, he is presumed to be a supplier until he can show the contrary, through evidence. One can imagine the prospect of a drug user having to give evidence is not attractive to him. The state has to, of course prove that the drug is in fact a drug prohibited in the Act. The Act lists out the prohibited drugs in a schedule. Up until recently all samples were sent to a drugs laboratory and a drug analysis certificate issued. This caused delays for minor offences and is/was of huge expense to the state. Now, there are certain Gardai trained to test and given equipment to test drugs in cases of a low value. The Garda has to give evidence of a stop and search procedure if the drugs were found on the accused person. The Garda needs only give evidence of a reasonable suspicion that the accused had possession of drugs. In those circumstances the Garda has extensive powers of stop, search and detention for the purposes of search. If the drugs were found in a dwelling, then the Garda at the time of prosecution of the case must provide a copy of the relevant search warrant and the solicitor given time to examine the warrant. The solicitor will also give time and attention to what is known as the chain of evidence, where and how were the drugs kept and stored following the state having taken possession of the drugs. All this evidence must be given by the state to the Court in the event of a plea of not guilty. It is certainly the position that in most cases the accused enters a plea of guilty for possession. The high probability for an accused is he/she will receive a formal conviction. It can never be understated the huge consequences for a young person (more often male) to receive a criminal conviction. In recent times the flow of information in our jurisdiction between prospective employers and the state is high and therefore it is easy for a prospective employer to carry out a Garda search to establish someone has a conviction. To a young man of say eighteen years of age it is not readily apparent to him of the consequences of a criminal convic-

tion. He just wants to get out of the Court with a low fine or no custody. He also perhaps has not told his parents and wants the case over with as soon as possible. Fortunately, the Courts often recognise that unfortunately young people experiment and use drugs for a variety of reasons, sometimes, alarmingly, peer pressure. It is vital therefore, to retain a solicitor, he/she checks the evidence carefully and a decision is then made as to whether to plead guilty or not guilty. If the plea is guilty then an experienced solicitor would put effort and time into proving to a Court that the offence is perhaps isolated and that the accused's intention is to be drug free. The accused could be given a chance to prove that to the Court through an adjournment and the use of urinalysis. In this writer’s experience there is no greater legal satisfaction than to see a young accused take a matter seriously, work with the writer and the accused and show to the Court that he has no intention of partaking in drugs again. In those circumstances, to secure a good result for that accused is of enormous importance. The greatest satisfaction is for that accused to return years later and, on mature reflection appreciate the work the writer and indeed the Court did to secure a result that did not hamper that accused for the rest of his life. It goes without saying, a Court will use its greater sentencing powers to punish a repeat offender; fines, community service and imprisonment. The other two main drug offences are section 15 and section 15A of the Misuse of Drugs Act, 1977 to date. These offences are more serious. They require the state to prove the possession together with an intention to supply another. Section 15 is prosecuted both in the District Court and the Circuit Court depending on the value. The prosecution makes that decision. Section 15A carries with it, on conviction, a minimum sentence of 10 years imprisonment. However, the Courts have retained a discretion, which in the writer’s view is absolutely vital to assist the fair administration of justice. The state must prove possession of at least 13,000 euro in value of the drugs. It can never be said enough that a huge tragedy for a young man is to be given a criminal conviction for sampling drugs. Discussed in another column is the state’s failure to implement any type of Spent Conviction policy. Therefore, a conviction today currently has the potential of remaining with and blighting that individual for the rest of his life. In those circumstances an accused ought to choose his/her solicitor very carefully and well in advance of the first Court date.

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St Margaret’s Golf and Country Club is to be offered for sale as a going concern for about €1.95 million. The valuation works out at about €11,000 per acre for the 178-acre championship course. It is currently owned by an overseas investment trust and operates as a proprietary members’ club with a core group of members. The business produces a significant income from green fees and golf societies as well as food and beverage sales. The 18hole, par 73 course extends to 6,907 yards and was designed to a particularly high specification by

Skerries Ladies Badminton Club Mill Hill Ladies Badminton club in Skerries will hold an Open Night on 10th September from 8pm to 10pm in Skerries Community Centres. All ladies are welcome to attend. For those without equipment, some rackets will be available.

A Rush Of Love Angela Byrne from Rush has a deep devotion to her community. As Vice Chairperson of Rush Community Council, she knows first hand the dedication and hard work that goes into giving the local community a real boost of life. This well known seaside town has recently undergone a staggering transformation that is evident for all to see. Recent high profile events like the Harbour festival and the unveiling of the 'Men of the Sea' statues in Echlin Court, have catapulted Rush into the spotlight. The fact that the town was chosen by the local authority as the only one in the North County to represent the region in the prestigious Pride of Place competition, is regarded as recognition for the hard work of tireless volunteers. “The volunteers are what make everything possible,” Angela told the County Leader. “They are the Council’s life blood, and without them, we just wouldn’t be able to keep going.” For this Rush lady, volunteering and involvement in her community are quite simply, a way of life. “I’ve lived in Rush my whole life and wouldn’t change that for a minute, and growing up, getting involved in the various goings on around the community was just what we did, we didn’t know any different, so it’s always something I’ve felt very strongly about keeping up.” Upon meeting Angela, it’s easy to see just how much she truly loves being a part of such a close knit community. She beams when she speaks of the thriving town, has bundles of energy, and is one of the many go-getters on the community council that absolutely get things done. “It’s without a doubt, a fantastic team effort,” she explained. “There is a real sense of community spirit, and it’s brilliant to be part of a wonderful group of people with a mix of ideas, and it all just works.” “I’ve been back on Rush Community Council for about three years now, but the Council itself is the longest running community council in the North County. I had left it for a while back, and then a group of us decided to reform again, when we felt the town needed a new lease of life.” And thanks to a massive community effort, that’s exactly what the town, the community council and all the locals got. “As a group, the council really decided to get together and all the hard work has never been more evident than it is today. We decided to roll our sleeves up and, thankfully it all paid off, and now there is a fantastic buzz around the town.” The town just completed another massively successful Rush Harbour Festival, for example, which saw the community come out in force and enjoy the best the town had to offer. With these wonderful events becoming a frequent occurrence around Rush, it’s obvious that everybody pulled together to make big things happen. It’s safe to say that community co-operation well and truly sprang into action and the change has been a

dramatic one. Visitors are now greeted by a Main Street that is bedecked in magnificent floral displays with beautiful colours. Practically every shopfront has a brilliantly coloured hanging basket display, as well as freshly painted doors and windows, giving a wonderful impression to locals and visitors alike. “We’ve noticed a real positive change about the place; everybody’s spirits have been uplifted, and the fact that this is getting acknowledged with the success of our recent events and so on, really spurs everyone on to keep the standard up,” she continued. She repeatedly praises all her fellow community council members, residents and different groups alike for their amazing work, and says that they are the reason the town has really blossomed over the last number of months. “We’re lucky enough to have some fantastic groups like our tidy towns, helmed by the wonderful Deirdre McMenamin and our Rush Senior Citizens, chaired by the brilliant Kathleen O’Brien, and these and all the various groups are really the life of the community, and the reason that the town continues to improve, despite the few setbacks we’ve had in the past.” The purpose of the Rush Community Council for those that don’t know, is according to Angela, to act as a “focal point” for the community and bring all the other groups around the town together as a unit. The Council is chaired by Anne McCrudden and sees the devoted group of locals busier than ever as they plan many exciting events for the months ahead. “The community Council and Rush in general are now a hive of activity,” she said, smiling. “We’re delighted that we have so many exciting events planned for our community to enjoy.” Among other events like the upcoming Festival of Lights, plans are afoot to expand the St Patrick’s Day parade to integrate minority groups. She said, “We have ethnic minorities here in Rush, and we look to embrace their culture and teach them about ours. We want to set up a small bursary to enable these groups to make their own floats on the day. Hopefully, we will have an international parade some day.” Also high on the agenda, is the setting up of an individual youth council that the young people could take charge of. “We would love to see that dream become a reality, as the young people are fantastic, and we think they would really benefit from that set up.” When she gets time to stand still - which she herself will tell you is not that often as she is always busy with something - she enjoys spending time with her family, is a keen sailor, loves to spend time in the garden, cook and just enjoys being apart of the community. “What would make me happiest is to see our amazing community continue to go from strength to strength as it has been, and other than that, I’m just enjoying life,” she concluded, happily.

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Swords & District Lions Club had a very successful fundraising golf Classic at Donabate Golf Club recently. Twenty two teams took part, which helped raise much needed funds for local Lions charities and projects. All enjoyed the excellent weather and conditions on the day. Pictured here are Dublin football stars Paul Flynn from Swords, Tomas Quinn, Darren Daly from Rolestown and Diarmuid Connolly, enjoying the golf classic.

The Skerries Soundwaves Music and Arts Festival is celebrating its tenth anniversary, with a stunning, packed programme which runs from 20th September to 29th September. There is something for everybody, mixing the best of local talent with international acts. Highlights at venues around beautiful

Volunteers Needed In Rush Rush Foróige Youth Club is looking for volunteers that are interested in getting involved once a week as a leader in the club. Foróige clubs provide a safe environment for young people aged 12 and over to meet and socialise with their friends. The clubs took a much needed break over the summer, and will be restarting soon. Foróige clubs do a variety of activities throughout the year and volunteers should be aged 18 years or over and have an interest in helping young people achieve things for themselves. The club is a great way to give something back to the community. The club and the young members need your support to ensure they have another great year ahead. Please contact Bryan Gavin at 086-8519639 for more information on how you can get involved.

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Skerries by the Sea will include, Eleanor McEvoy, local star, Ryan O’Shaughnessy and his band, as well as Ham Sandwich, Goldilocks and Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Shows and others. There will also be a Street Party with all the attractions

on Sunday, 29th September. Now in its 10th year, Skerries Soundwaves Festival is organised by the Skerries Community Association and it aims to bring many different music genres and arts forms to beautiful Skerries, for all to enjoy.

Six Marys, written and presented by Jean Farrell and Holy Mary by Eoin Colfer, presented by Skerries Theatre Group. These heart rending and hilarious plays will be appearing at the Millbank Theatre, Rush on Saturday, 14th September at 8.30pm. Tickets are selling fast and are priced at €12/€10. Contact bookings@millbanktheatre.ie.

Swords Folk Group Calls Swords Folk Group who now sing at Saturday evening Mass at 6:30pm in St Colmcille’s Church are eagerly recruiting musicians and singers. Anyone interested in joining can meet the group after Saturday evening mass.

Riasc Centre To Host Swords Choral Festival A new auditorium, which is now available in Swords, is the ideal location for the first ever Fingal Choral Festival, which is scheduled to take place this autumn. The recently opened Riasc Centre in Kinsealy, which is owned by the Baptist Church community is ideal for the performing arts and a host of other activities, and will host the inaugural Fingal Choral Festival on October 25th. The festival will take the form of a

competition for school choirs from the all around the North County. So far, some 20 choirs from 18 schools have expressed an interest in taking part in the new competition. There will be individual competitions for junior, senior and postprimary schools and there will be two special awards for Best Overall Choir and Best Performance of a Song in the Irish Language or by an Irish

Composer. Any local school that would like to compete in the festival and has not yet given an expression of interest can contact the committee at the email address below. Although confined to schools in the North County this first year, it is hoped to open the festival to all choirs in the future. Anyone who would like to be part of this exciting new venture can contact the committee at fingalchoralfestival@gmail.com The festival is also looking for volunteers to help out, either on the committee, or on the day of the competition.

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Exciting Trip For Portmarnock Scouts The Portmarnock Venture scouts had a very interesting and successful 10-day camp in France recently. The challenge was to join a group of 200 French scouts and help prevent forest fires in the beautiful area of Marseille, South of France. This peaceful forested area is reserved for back packers only, no traffic whatsoever is permitted. Everyone was trained in map and compass and radio skills and had to take an exam, before being allowed to participate in the mission. The scout group’s duty was to participate with the French group in daily four hour shifts and report

back by radio, in French, every 20 minutes to Base Camp. The Portmarnock venture scouts did their community proud. They worked hard, in difficult conditions, although it was very tough. It wasn’t all work for the scouts, as they took part in a culture exchange with the 18 French scouts. They cooked Irish food for them, performed Irish dancing, made and exchanged Friendship bracelets, sang Irish songs, recited their scout prayer and flew the Irish flag proudly among all the French flags. Members Chris Farrelly, Orla Mc Kiernan and Conor Grant gave an excellent demonstration of hurling which went down well. Finally, all the scouts visited Marseille, had a day on the beach, a visit to Aqualand, a trip to the creeks for a swim and a chance to do some very challenging climbing and abseiling.

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money. All in all, take some hustle and bustle out of those packed shopping centres and towns and come to Skerries and do it all at your leisure. The scenic, seaside town is fast becoming the place to suit all your shopping needs and everything in between. There is so much to do in Skerries, that the shopping and sightseeing are just a few to mention. The town has developed into a really nice place to do business and to enjoy its many amenities.

Pictured is a group of gym instructors and trainers who organised the North County's Largest Charity Bootcamp held in Donabate Portrane Community Centre recently in aid of Robyn’s Life Trust, where they raised the whopping sum of €1,230. Well done to all.

Youth Groups In Skerries Foróige is hoping to establish a Junior Youth Group for 10-12 year olds in Skerries. There is already a very successful club for secondary school pupils up and running, which is held every Wednesday evening from 7.309pm in Skerries Little Theatre. It is aimed at boys and girls aged 12 and over. The club provides young people in the area with a safe place to socialise, meet their friends and get

involved in lots of activities that meet their interests, and a junior club will be a great benefit to the younger age group and a great addition to Skerries. Foróige youth groups rely on the involvement of volunteers from the local community. An information meeting will be held in Skerries Educate Together School on Thursday 12th September at 8pm for anyone interested in volunteering or finding out about this initiative. Volunteering with Foróige is a great way to give something back to your community and building positive relationships with young people. Please spread the word to anyone you think would be interested in this.

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volunteers, to find the right people. To that end, Fingal Volunteer Centre are inviting all not-forprofit, volunteer involving organisations and volunteers to Fingal Volunteer Expo 2013. This event is aimed at helping organisations attracting people who are interested in becoming volunteers but who may not know exactly where or how to go about it. Manager of the Fingal Volunteer Centre, Stuart Garland, told the County Leader: “This is a great opportunity for your

Skerries Hockey Club would like to welcome and encourage any adults (16+) looking to take up a team sport, be it for fitness, competitively or socially, to come and try hockey out for the 2013/2014 season. If you’re interested, contact Dean at deanrobinson85@gmai l.com.

organisation to showcase your volunteer opportunities; let the community know about the work you do; network with other organisations; and get to engage with Fingal Volunteer Centre and develop new opportunities. Exhibition stands are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. We hope to see you at the event.” You can download an application form to take a stand at the Expo and find out more about the event and the Fingal Volunteer Centre on their website.

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Gaeltacht Week For Balbriggan Youths Recently, the Balbriggan Youth Service saw the return of their hugely successful Galetacht week. This year, over 30 young people signed up to hone their Irish language skills working alongside Irish Tutors Tom and Rachel as well as Youth Service Staff. In its 4th year, the week has proven to be a real winner with young people and parents alike. Using the old adage of learning through fun, the goal of the week is

Advertising Feature for the local youths to brush up on their existing Irish language base and add to it; this is achieved through games and activities all conducted as gaeilge as well as lots of chat and communication with other participants. There is also a strong focus on teamwork and making new friends. The young people also got to enjoy a few culinary delights with an Irish theme, dishes served up included Bacon and Cabbage and the classic Irish Stew. Helped by a fantastic bout of sunny weather, a lot of the activities were done al fresco, with the backdrop of the ocean and blue skies all round. Here’s to the next one. Is fearr Gaeilge briste, ná Bearla clíste.

Pictured at the CoderDojo Coolest Projects Awards held in Dublin City University were participants, Joshua Murray (age 15) from Malahide and Joel Rajesh (age 12). CoderDojo Coolest Projects Awards rocked Dublin City University with projects from every corner of Ireland. This event was founded to reward creativity and drive innovation for the next generation of Ireland's tech leaders and yesterdays event achieved all these aims.

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delighted to announce the launch of our newest route to Newcastle,” he told the County Leader. “This new route connects Aer Lingus Regional passengers with one of the UK’s most vibrant cities and means that the airline is now serving nine major UK cities from Ireland.” The Newcastle-Dublin route will facilitate connections to Aer Lingus mainline services to the US for passengers in the North East of England. Newcastlebased passengers can connect to some of the main US and Canadian cities via Dublin, where passengers can avail of security and customs pre-clearance on some US routes.

and Aer Lingus Regional have scheduled 26 flights between Dublin and Newcastle per week at prime times to facilitate a convenient day return for business and leisure passengers travelling to Dublin and those with onward connections to the US. Aer Arann’s Chief Commercial Officer, Simon Fagan said that the addition of this new route to Newcastle is the next step in the growth of Aer Arann, which provides further options for passengers flying to the North East of England. “We are with the retail store and are passing on this saving to customers. Their virtual store carries a great range of designer frames and sunglasses at the lowest possible prices. Already this year, Opticalrooms.com has opened a Opticalrooms.com was awarded a new clinic within the Boroimhe top industry customer service Medical Centre in Swords. This award, based on feedback from new practice will amalgamate the WhatClinic.com customers over a patients of Eyecare Opticians, 12 month period. which was located at the Pavilions They have already opened their Shopping Centre, Swords. They new clinic and bookings can be intend to continue the great made within the Boroimhe clinic service, for which Eyecare opti- itself, or by calling 779 0999. It is cians was renowned, and add even also possible to book online from better value. their home page and simple select Working within the primary health- the date and time you prefer. They care team at Boroimhe, they hope accept medical card patient and to add to their great range of those paying full PPS. The fee for a health services. They will again private consultation is €50 which offer patients the latest digital offers a comprehensive eye scanning technology to provide the examination screening for all the highest standard of eye examina- common eye disorders, eg tions. Opticalrooms.com have glaucoma, diabetes, macular removed the expense associated degeneration etc.

Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Aer Arann will operate two daily return flights to Newcastle from Dublin Airport, beginning on 24th October, and aims to fly up to 65,000 passengers in the first year. The airline, which aims to double passenger numbers to over two million over the next five years, has overseen a 32 per cent rise in Aer Lingus Regional passenger numbers in the past 12 months. The new Newcastle route will be operated by one of the airline’s new aircraft,

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Ensure Your Child Has A Safe Return To School The excitement of the new school year is upon us. However, as children return to school, parents worry about the standard of education, making friends and the potential for bullying. There are simple steps you can take to ensure that the products and services used for our children are safe. Children across the North Country will be putting on new uniforms, playing with sports equipment, and using technical devices. Here are some back to school tips to ensure that your little one stays as safe as possible: If your child cycles to and from school, make sure they wear a bicycle helmet and a high visibility vest to make sure motorists can see them. Those working in child care such as in crèches, playschools or schools should ensure that toys possess the CE mark. By law, the CE mark should be on all toys placed on the European Union market and it can also display the standard mark for toys, EN 71. This allows you to be safe in the knowledge that the toy is flame retardant and that the design, construction and materials used in its composition are safe for your child to play with. Child carers in crèches, playschools or schools should check that window blinds are in compliance with the Irish Standard Internal blinds. This standard specifies the requirements for the construction, installation, operation and maintenance of internal window blinds. Looped corded blinds can pose a potential hazard to young children. As schools and crèches open their doors to children of all ages, it is important to check that their facilities and products are of an appropriate standard.

Alex O'Reilly is pictured after completing her first day at Scoil Pádraig na Cailíní in Donabate.

Twins, Holly and Chloe Grogan-Browne are pictured on their first day at school at Holy Family Junior National School in Rivervalley .

Pictured getting ready for their first day at school, at Holy Family Junior National School in Rivervalley are Bobby Collins and Scott McKinney.

Tiffany Fordjour is pictured getting ready for her first day at school, at Holy Family Junior National School in Rivervalley, Swords.

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Jamie Monaghan Clarke is pictured at Holy Family Junior National School in Rivervalley, Swords on his first day at school.

Adam Mielczarek and Franek Polak are pictured at Holy Family Junior National School in Rivervalley on their first day at school.

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Directors: Emma Gannon (Dip.Royal Ballet School, A.R.A.D. A.I.S.T.D Sara Gannon (T.C R.A.D)

Pictured are Lucy Dunne, Aoibheann Prendergast and Conor Tighe after completing their first day at Scoil Pádraig na Cailíní and Scoil Pádraig na Buachaillí in Donabate.

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Pictured is Jack Fitzpatrick after completing his first day at Scoil Pádraig na Buachaillí in Donabate.

Scott McCann is pictured with cousins, Kenzie O'Dowd and Ryan O'Dowd after completing their first day at school at Scoil Pádraig na Cailíní and Scoil Pádraig na Buachaillí in Donabate.

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Pictured here receiving their Leaving Certificate results in Balbriggan Community College are Sean Daniel, Evelyn Oye, Dominik Luksza.

Pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Fingal Community College in Swords are Emilija Ausraite and Alexa Gurova.

Pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Fingal Community College in Swords are Jasson Tuang, Oscar Kwok and Jason Bajarias.

Pictured here receiving his Leaving Certificate results in Balbriggan Community College is Sam Casey.

Pictured here receiving their Leaving Certificate results in Balbriggan Community College are Chloe Creighton, Laruen Sweeney, Leanne Whyte.

Paul Kelly and Cathal Maguire from Colaiste Choilm in Swords are pictured after receiving their Leaving Certificate results.

Pictured here receiving their Leaving Certificate results in Balbriggan Community College are Andreas Pal and Megan Gallagher.

Conor Deune, pictured receiving his Leaving Certificate results at St. Joseph's Secondary School in Rush.

Pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Fingal Community College in Swords are Saroja Bhandari and Rupak Thapa.

Rachel Bermingham, Sandy Luc and Jessica Manning from Loreto College, Swords are pictured after receiving their Leaving Certificate results.

Andrew Hogan, Robert Gorman and Jack Keogh from Colaiste Choilm in Swords are pictured after receiving their Leaving Certificate results.

Pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Loreto School Balbriggan are Lauren Behan and Kate Rogers.

Pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Loreto School Balbriggan are Stephanie Graham, Eimear Gorey and Ruth Morris.

Pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Loreto School Balbriggan are Niamh Fagan and Marija Luse.

Zawada Mateusz picturing after receiving his Leaving Certificate results from St. Josephs Secondary School, Rush.

Eoin Donnelly and Garry Dineen from Colaiste Choilm in Swords are pictured after receiving their Leaving Certificate results.

Paul Quinn and Alan Myers from Colaiste Choilm in Swords are in happy mood after receiving their Leaving Certificate results.

Lillie McSweeney, Laura Quinn and Jim Hickson pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results at Skerries Community College.

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Practical Philosophy Anyone? It’s tempting to consider philosophy as a purely academic pursuit reserved for those with plenty of time and a penchant for intellectual agility. But consider for a moment that philosophy was an entirely practical affair for great philosophers like Socrates and Plato. Socrates said “An unexamined life is not worth living”. That’s a very challenging statement. Ask any diverse group of people what they seek in life and you will get an equally diverse range of responses. Ultimately all can be expressed as a desire to be happy and fulfilled.

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The greatest loss experienced in life is the difference between one’s potential and actual performance. Thus true success can be measured in these terms: to become the person you are capable of becoming. How do some see opportunity even in adversity while others remain rooted in pessimism and negativity? We are all guided in life by a personal philosophy formed out of deeply embedded ideas, attitudes and past experiences. Consciously or (mostly) unconsciously this inner voice determines our response to events, people, and life itself. The great scientist Albert Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Sound familiar? Only through careful personal evaluation can we come to know what is most important to us, what will bring us freedom, happiness and enable us to reach our fullest potential. Reaching across time, the great and timeless philosophies of East and West remain as relevant and practical today as ever. See our advert for the School of Philosophy and Economic Science on the front page.

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Swords Toastmasters To The Rescue Does the thought of public speaking or making a presentation terrify you? Swords Toastmasters are getting ready for the beginning of their new term this September. For nearly 20 years, Swords Toastmasters has been recognised as the leading

School Costs Rising For Local Parents Many parents in Swords and other towns around the North County are struggling to cope with the high costs of sending their children back to school with a noticeable increase in parents applying for small loans to fund the spiralling costs. This is according

to Swords Credit Union, which says this is the first year there has been a massive increase in applications for small back to school loans of between €200 to €500. Fiona Cunningham of Swords Credit Union said: “Parents are being squeezed more

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organisation dedicated to communication and leadership skill development. Swords Toastmasters is part of Toastmasters International, delete through its worldwide network of clubs. The group meets in the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords every Monday fortnight at 8pm (next meeting on 23rd September). Come along and have a look! No commitment and a great welcome. For further information call Robbie on 086 4021225 or e mail hello@swordstoastmasters.ie and more and have very little disposable income left after paying everything else. Schools need to introduce a book rental scheme as

the cost of school books is rising each year. This would help keep the costs of sending children to school down,” she said.

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The very promising autumn that we’re experiencing, on the foot of one of the warmest summers on record has changed the way we entertain ourselves. There is an underlying feeling that when the weather is great, we have a need to go out and enjoy ourselves. We have become more and more continental in the way we behave. Our eating and drinking habits have changed, and we seem to be spending more and more time al fresco, just as we would on holidays. Going out is now an event and we no longer go out for just a few pints and wander home. Many pubs, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the North County will have activities and value for money activities for families at weekends. Indeed, the thought of just going out for a meal and a few drinks becomes very appealing indeed. This is something that the entire family can avail of. We are

blessed here in the North County area, with plenty of great venues that are experts in providing entertainment and great food and drink at very reasonable prices. The beauty of many of these venues, is that they provide entertainment for all of the family. Children are well catered for in the afternoon and early evening, while adults come out to play later on. As we have become more sophisticated in our dining requirements, due in the main to the fact that we are more travelled than ever before, we have become far more adventurous in our taste for more exciting food. Exotic foreign holidays bring us in contact with different spices and cooking ideas. Now there are restaurants on our doorsteps, which bring us the finest Asian food, as well as from other countries across the world. These can be enjoyed here in the North County, where you can

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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). Take it dear Jesus and place it in your broken Heart where your father sees it and then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favours will be granted. Thank you so much for favours. (JMcC)

Recent published deaths from the North County NUGENT, (nee Kellaghan) (Swords and formerly of Mountmellick and Bracklyn, Mullingar) – Sept 1, 2013, (peacefully) at Beaumount Hospital, Annamarie (Moya), predeceased by her husband Tom, son Micheal and stepdaughter Kitty, much loved mother to Tony, Liam, Patricia, Breda, Thomas L. (USA), Tine, Peter and Bernadette ; deeply regretted by her family, sister Theresa, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. COLGAN, William (Portmarnock) – Sept 2, 2013, (peacefully) in the loving care of the staff of Banks Ward Beaumount Hospital, beloved husband of the late Mai and much loved father of Barry, Ann and Billy; He will be very sadly missed by his loving sons and daughter, daughter-in-law Maria, son-in-law John, sisters Aileen, Lily and Margaret, brother Laurence, grandchildren Brian, Alan, Sara, Emma, Lynn, David and Mark, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. GROGAN, Liam (Ballyboughal and formerly of Kilrush, Co. Clare) – Aug 29, 2013, At James Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Rest in peace.

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O’BRIEN, Margaret (nee Dunne) (Balbriggan)– Sept 2, 2013, (suddenly) at her home, sadly missed by her loving children Pauline, Anne and Colin, her beloved grandson Milo, former partner Colm, sisters Sheila and Rosie, brothers Christie, Jim, Paddy, John and Thomas, relatives, friends and pet CoCo. Rest in peace. MCCONNELL, Philip (Malahide) – Aug 31, 2013, much loved son of Stephen and Joyce and brother of Barry, sadly missed by his loving parents, brother, grandmothers Winnie and Helen, aunts and uncles, cousins, extended family and many friends. Rest in peace. MCPHAIL, Eugene (Rush Nursing Home, Rush) – Sept 2, 2013, (peacefully) surrounded by his family ; sadly missed by his sons Michael, Leo, Eugene and Ned, daughters Catherine, Rosemarie, Grace and Ita, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. MIDDLETON, Michael (Malahide and formerly of Sligo) – Sept 3, 2013, (peacefully) in the loving care of the staff at Tara Winthrop Private Clinic and previously Richmond Ward Beaumount Hospital, beloved husband and best friend of Gabriele ; sadly missed by his loving wife, brothers Christo, Jackie, Jimmy, Martin and Anthony, sisters Helena, Sally, Teresa, Mary, Josephine and Fidelma, mother-in-law Anna, godmother Phyllis, extended family and friends. Rest in peace. REID, Vera (Craoibhin Park, Balbriggan) Deeply regretted by her loving husband Mick, daughters Paula and Veronica, son-in-law Gerry, her beloved grandsons Stephen and Shane, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in peace.

MEEHAN, Richard (late of Ballybough and formerly of Roadstone, East Wall) – Sept. 1, 2013, sadly missed by his brothers Seamus and Pat, sisters Dolores, Agatha, Pauline, Cotchie and Helen, sisters-in-law, Cis and Aileen, nieces, nephews and his friend Michael. Rest in peace. BOYLAN, Ronald, (Skerries) - Sept 5, 2013, Rest in peace. TALLON, Kevin (Lusk) - Sept 4, 2013, (unexpectedly), in the loving care of the staff of St. Clare’s Ward, Beaumont Hospital, beloved son of the late Kevin and Kate and brother of the late Jack and Phil O’Brien; he will be sadly missed by his loving wife Denise, sister Pat (Rigney), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, work colleaguesand a large circle of friends. Rest in peace. MURPHY (Swords, Whitehall) - Sept 5, 2013, (peacefully) in the loving and tender care of staff at the Riverside Nursing Home, Swords, Maureen, beloved sister of the late Ann, Eamon and Una; very sadly missed by her brother Eugene, sister-in-law Ann, her niece Fionnula and nephews. Rest in peace. HUGHES (Rathbeale, Swords) - Sept 5, 2013, (suddenly) after a short illness at Mayo General Hospital, Patrick (Paddy), beloved husband of Maura; sadly missed bt his loving wife, daughters Ailbhe and Aisling, son Niall, daughter-inlaw Tara, grandchildren Dylan, Senan, Oisin, Aoileann, Fiachra, Teagan, Nealadh and Lughaidh, brothers Micheal, John and Liam, sisters Carmel and Helen, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

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Fingal County Council Dublin Airport Authority plc (DAA) intend to apply for planning permission for the placement of a caravan type structure at the Coach Park, Atrium Exit Road, Corballis, Co. Dublin. The total area of a van would be 11sqm. The proposed van installation shall include all associated site works and 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 or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I, Jennifer Byrne, wish to apply for planning permission for the conversion of existing attic space to home office / study and storage space. Also for the construction of 2 No. dormer windows and 1 No. velux roof light to front elevation, 2 No. dormer windows and 1 No. velux roof light to rear elevation at 90 Drumnigh Wood, Portmarnock, 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 the public opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday – Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the Application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Permission sought to build new 4 bedroom dormer bungalow with Bio-Cycle treatment plant and new site entrance, at ‘Bramble Lodge’, Tyrellstown, Lusk, Co. Dublin for Mr. Ryan Douglas. 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 (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Nicola Butterly at Balcunnin, Skerries, Co. Dublin for a single storey detached dwelling, new vehicular access, waste water treatment system, landscaping and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20)

within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by JC Savage Supermarket Ltd at Rathbeale Shopping Centre, Rathbeale Road, Swords, Co. Dublin for 2 no. internally illuminated ‘JC’s’ signs to denote the main entrances to existing retail unit located on the eastern and western elevations of the existing building. This development also includes all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I, Pascall McKeown seek permission for development at No. 9 Warren Manor, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the construction of a ground floor, single storey extension to the side of existing main dwelling and all associated site works to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Trinity Care at St. Doolaghs (Protected Structure) Malahide Road, Balgriffin, Dublin 17 for the construction of automatic gates on new matching piers (2 no.) which are set back from the existing entrance piers by a new boundary wall and matching railings. The proposal will also include a new signage plaque to be erected on the new gate pier; a control panel to be placed in front of the gates on the ingress side to facilitate access; and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the overall proposal. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for retention for 'as constructed' alterations to previously approved application reference number F09B/0077 - Renovation of existing dwelling, and construction of new dormer roof to accommodate habitable accommodation to dwelling to include new dormer to front and new velux rooflights and associated site

10.09.2013 include: 1/ Increase in ridge height of dwelling to achieve minimum roof pitch. 2/ Inclusion of 1no. first floor bedroom window to rear (north) elevation. 3/ Opening of new vehicular entrance to front (south) elevation. at 'Loretto' South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. signed Paul & Joanna O'Loughlin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Permission is sought for 2 No. 2 storey detached dwellings (3 beds), site access and associated site works @ Burrow Road, Portrane, Co. Dublin for Yvonne & Eoin O’ Brien. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (20 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council We, Thomas & Catriona Leane, intend to apply for permission for development which consists of the 1 construction of a 1 ⁄2 storey dwelling with proprietary wastewater treatment unit and associated site works at Great Commons, Lusk, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20 Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council We Clare-Anne & Alan Ludden, Intend to apply for: Planning Permission at 25A (opposite 25) The Bawn, Malahide, Co Dublin. The development will consist of: Demolition of the existing Shed, Construction of Dwelling, New Driveway and all associated site works. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during the public opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday Friday at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin A submission or observation in relation to the Application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for the erection of a new free standing gym/playroom, store and toilet to the rear of the existing dwelling/back garden together with all associated drainage and site works. at No.18, Baskin Lane, Kinsealy , Co. Dublin. Applicant: John Cannon. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission sought for the erection of a new free standing gym/playroom, store and toilet to the rear of the existing dwelling/back garden together with all associated drainage and site works. at No.18, Baskin Lane, Kinsealy , Co. Dublin. Applicant: John Cannon. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by G and M Andrews for two storey dwelling, garage and waste water treatment system at Darcystown, 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 its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee 20 euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

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