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25th April 2017 • Volume 24, Issue 14 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. K67 P5W4. • Tel: 01 8•400•200 • info@northcountyleader.ie • www.northcountyleader.ie

School Capacity Crisis In Swords A total of about 25 children will be unable to attend their local school, Holy Family Junior National School, River Valley, Swords, come September.

By Patrick Finnegan They are being turned away by an over-capacity problem at the school. The only option families have is to have their children schooled at St Colmcille’s school, close to Swords village. However, this causes another problem, as there are only four places available, all for boys and none for girls, as this school has separate schools for boys and girls. All in all the entire waiting list for children at the school amounts to 75, with 25 affected this year. Local Sinn Fein TD, Louise O’Reilly met with some parents from River Valley, whose children will be unable to attend their local school in September. Speaking to the County Leader, she said, “Parents are understandably very distressed and it appears that the Department of Education are not taking this issue seriously. They seem to be of the opinion that this problem will solve itself, but this is not the case,” she said. Arising from this, I will speak to the other TDs in this area. This is not a party political issue and hopefully, we can all sit down together and try and see if we can get Minister Richard Bruton to come up with a short term solution,

Pictured at their meeting with local Sinn Fein TD, Louise O'Reilly in Swords are parents from River Valley, Swords whose children cannot secure places at the local school, Holy Family JNS. Included are Dave Hedderman, Ashley Gill, Stephanie Davis, with her children Lauryn and Zach Davis, Orlaith Tormey and Louise O'Reilly TD

even though long term, he needs to take a close look at the census figures and the fact that we need at least one new school for this area. In the short term, we are looking at prefab accommodation as a very temporary solution to a major problem.” “One of the main problems here is perception. When the Minister looks at a map, he sees a short distance and wonders what the problem is. What he needs to do to fully grasp the

problem, is to try to drive from Holy Family school in River Valley to St Colmcille’s School on a wet Monday morning amid horrendous traffic and then see first hand the problem facing parents, who are also trying to get to work on time. This is more than young families can bear,” said O’Reilly. “I have an email from a woman who said that if she can’t get her child into the school, she will have to consider giving up work, as it’s not

going to be feasible to do both. The Minister has the information and the figures, he and he needs to publish that immediately and we need to keep the pressure on him,” she said. Concerned parent, Stephanie Davis told the County Leader, “I already have a child attending Holy Family school in 1st class. My daughter Lauryn was born on 11th November 2012 and unfortunately she missed the cut-off by a few days. I’m not in the position to be in two places at once. If Lauryn can’t get into Holy Family this year, I will have to see if she can get in next year, as I’m not willing to send her to another school in Swords,” she said. I suspected that there may be a problem with Lauryn getting into Holy Family school, so I booked her for another year in the playschool she was attending. But all this achieves is to deprive another family of a place in the playschool, on top of costing more money, which we haven’t budgeted for, We desperately need to solve this problem, as there are new homes being built in Ridgewood and Boroimhe, making this area massive,” she said. Another parent, Ashley Gill, whose daughter Sadie is also on the waiting list said that the school principal and the Board of Management applied for a seventh class, where fundraisers were planned, but this did not materialise. The school needs to provide for the community and the patron of the school, the Archbishop of Dublin and the principal, who represents the school need to do something, but we don’t see anything happening,” he said. The Archdiocese confirmed just a few days ago that there are 75 children who do not have a space anywhere, so we started out with 107 and 32 children haven taken up spaces elsewhere. Various Ministers’ excuse down through the years, through previous governments has been that there are other places in Swords if you cannot get your first school of choice. This is no longer the case. It’s redundant and he’s hiding behind a wall of silence. If he went public with these figures, we’d be proven right,” he said.

Massive Undertaking By Skerries Men

Stephen Sherwin, John Kieran and Peter Carroll training for their challenge in Skerries.

A group of Skerries business owners are planning a trip across the Irish Sea, but not in the conventional way. They intend to make the crossing standing up on paddle boards, in an effort to raise funds for the local RNLI in Skerries. The group, consisting of four men, Killian Walsh, John Kieran, Stephen Sherwin and Peter Carroll got the idea of this adventurous journey from Peter’s uncle, Liam McMahon who was the first man to windsurf the exact same route in 1984. They will be using stand up paddle boards to cross from Skerries to Holyhead in August. This 100 km journey will be under-

By Shauna Carson taken after months of training through the harsh winter conditions. Speaking to the County Leader, Peter, who is currently studying politics and history said, “Training has been as much about fitness as it was about learning how the tides move and how winds can affect the conditions, both positively and negatively. We also want to take this opportunity to show our support for the work of the RNLI. My business is based on the water, running summer camps with children and teaching water safety is a key element to this. These people are

always there when a mistake is made on the water and they can be the difference between life and death,” he said. “Educating people and making smarter choices on and around water is something we are in full support of, if people are more aware of the dangers less mistakes can be made.” Having received the support of English Stand Up Paddle board company, Starboard and receiving new kits for their trip, all that’s left is the last few weeks of preparation before they journey across the pond to hopefully make their own piece of history.

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25th April 2017

Phase Two To Begin At Lusk Community College

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Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG), has said that works on Lusk Community College are on-track to finally start this summer. Farrell told the County Leader, “Many parents, teachers, and members of the local community in Lusk have understandably been frustrated over the delays which have hindered the completion of the school building project in the past.” “Following the approval for phase two of the development of Lusk Community College last October, we were informed that the process would take between three and six months to complete. Now, I have been informed by the Department of Education and Skills that the Design Team for the project are currently finalising the shortlist of contractors who will be invited to tender for the project.”

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Pictured at the grave of Peter Wilson at Dr. Steeven’s Hospital (across the road from Heuston Station) are County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, Cllr Ted Leddy,Cllr David O'Connor and former councillor Cathal Boland (flag bearer), a member of the Fingal Old IRA Commemorative Society, with fellow members of the Fingal Old IRA Commemorative Society. Volunteer Peter Wilson (for whom there is a plaque on the Bridge at Bridge Street, Swords), a Swords native, was shot after the surrender of the Mendicity Institution. He and his colleagues were remembered by the Fingal councillors and the Mendicity Garrison relatives last Easter Monday

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“Though there have been delays in the past, I am pleased that we are finally making progress on delivering phase two of Lusk Community College. The completion of the second phase of the school building is vital in terms of ensuring all students and teachers have the resources and space they require, and that adequate capacity is provided to cater for the needs of the local community now, and in the coming years.” “With the contractors who will be invited to tender now being shortlisted, and should no further issues arise, construction on phase two of Lusk Community College is on-track to begin this coming summer. Overall, the development of the second phase of the school should be completed within 18 months,” he concluded

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Fingal Old IRA Easter Action On Easter Sunday, the Fingal Old IRA Commemorative Society 1916-1921, was in Ballyboughal for their annual Easter ceremonies. It is ten years since they were last in the village at Easter. This year, following celebration of mass by Cannon Fagan, people gathered to hear County Mayor, Cllr. Darragh Butler read the Proclamation under the Tricolour which flies on the National School grounds. This was followed by a parade, led by the Colour Party, which marched to the local graveyard to the sound of the Black Raven Pipe Band. The “armed Volunteers” drawn from Society members were also there. At the graveyard, a wreath was laid by Swords woman, who has strong Ballyboughal connections, Ann McDonnell. This was followed by the sounding of the “Last Post and Reveillé” by bugler Sid Kearns. Sid’s father first provided this service for the Society in 1959 and Sid carries on that proud tradition. A special moment occurred when a wreath was laid on the grave of Capt. Peter White who was killed in action on the 18th April 1921 in an engagement with an RIC Sergeant in the back yard of O’Connor’s Public House in the village. Peter’s name was only recently added to the family headstone. The Chair of the Society, Noel McAllister addressed the crowd and then called on the band to play the National Anthem. All headed to the Parish Hall for a welcome cup of tea and a chat. A video of events over the past year which the Society participated in was shown.

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Local News

25th April 2017

Book Of Condolence Opened As Search Continues For R116 Crew

Inspiring Balbriggan Man Runs Bingo Blitz County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler is

pictured as he signs the Book of A Book of Condolence has been Condolence for the crew members of opened by County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Rescue 116. Butler, for the four crew members of the Fingal-based Coast Guard Rescue searching to depths of up to 30 metres. Helicopter R116 which crashed into the The effort involved over 160 divers sea off Black Rock Island, Co Mayo, on from clubs and rescue teams across 14th March last. the country. The Book is available for signing by Divers travelled from almost every members of the public during office county to participate. Volunteers, hours at County Hall, Swords, and Civic including those from North County Offices, Blanchardstown. A Dublin were accommodated minute’s silence was by locals in the area, where a observed at the start of huge community effort has Council’s April meeting in been ongoing since the memory of the four crew crash. members. Winchman Ciarán Organisers said the number Smith, a native of Swords of divers involved made the and a resident of Oldtown, weekend’s operation the was one of those on board, biggest of its kind ever to along with his colleagues take place here. Captain Dara Fitzpatrick, Conditions were generally Captain Mark Duffy and favourable with good visiWinch Operator Paul Ciaran Smith bility and slack tides. This Ormsby. allowed the divers to review Meanwhile, extensive underwater a significant area, in what is an searches around Black Rock Island extremely challenging environment. have failed to locate any trace of two Their activities were supported by local missing Coast Guard crew members. fishermen, who provided transport and During several hours of operations at advice regarding the currents and the weekend, 25 square kilometres terrain around Black Rock. around the crash site was extensively Fishermen and others putting to sea surveyed by teams of specialist divers. are being asked to remain vigilant for They focused on the northwest, west any trace of the missing men in the and southwest sides of the island, days and weeks ahead.

Balbriggan man Ciaran O’Neill has been involved in helping his community for many years now. His latest venture is a Drive-In Bingo which took place recently and was a huge success. The event took place over the Easter weekend, at the Balbriggan market ground just off the M1 exit 6 and helped raising funds for a charity very close to Ciaran’s heart, the Balbriggan Cancer Support Group. The event was so successful that Ciaran has decided to run another Blitz. This time it will take place on 1st May and will also be at the Balbriggan Market ground. Ciaran is a former boxer and former finalist in the Irish Boxing Championships. Ciaran told the County Leader, “ I was the club’s most successful coach over it’s 32 year history

in Balbriggan. The club produced a plethora of champions from all age groups male and female. We produced the clubs 1st Irish champion in 22 years also and the 1st Irish international and the first boxer male and female to compete at a major international tournament. I have gotten to know a lot of people in the area and running the Bingo event was a way for me to give to the community. There is a guaranteed €5000 in prizes and judging from the recent Blitz it’s very popular with all age groups and genres”. The event is running from 3pm on the 1st May, books are €10 and jackpot sheets are €2.50 so come along and not only are you supporting a good cause you have a great chance to win a cash prize. There was great spirits in the air at the Balbriggan Drive through Bingo recently. Pictured receiving one of the many prizes is Marie Gilbert from Skerries with Ciaran O’Neill and David Elmasri

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Local News

25th April 2017

Local Businesses To Benefit From Cash Injection A €169,000 cash injection has been awarded by the Local Enterprise Office Fingal through a number of pioneering grant schemes

aimed at supporting small businesses. Seventeen local small businesses and start-ups approved for financial

supports this quarter by the Fingal Local Enterprise Office are poised to create permanent new jobs. A total of 14 new positions

are being created immediately and it is expected that over the next 12 months more than 30+ new jobs will result from the LEO funding. Deputy County Mayor, Cllr. Eithne Loftus and the Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Paul Reid

presented grant approval letters to 16 of the successful businesses at a specially convened awards event in County Hall. Head of Enterprise in Fingal, Oisin Geoghegan said: “Financial supports provided by the Fingal Local Enterprise Office can be

crucial in helping start-ups to flourish in their first year of operation. This month we have a range of exciting new small businesses that have great potential to create further jobs in Fingal in the coming years. This is just the start of the journey for many of these businesses and I expect they

Pictured being presented with a Letter of Offer by Deputy County Mayor, Cllr Eithne Loftus at County Hall, Swords, is Gerry Byrne from We Return.ie from Malahide. Also pictured is Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council)

will continue to create new jobs over the coming years.” Presenting letters of offer to each of the sixteen grant approved businesses, Paul Reid, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council said: “We believe that each of these businesses has the ability to grow and create

jobs in Fingal which, in turn, will have a profoundly positive impact on our local economy. Our Local Enterprise Office is playing a significant role in accelerating local job creation and investment among small businesses in Fingal through its many support services.”

Pictured is Karolina Di Duca from 'Little Dearies' in Swords, being presented with a Letter of Offer by Deputy County Mayor, Cllr Eithne Loftus at County Hall, Swords. Also pictured are Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) and Oisin Geoghegan (Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office)

Pictured being presented with a Letter of Offer by Deputy County Mayor, Cllr Eithne Loftus at County Hall, Swords, is Dan Malone from Mawla, which is based in Portmarnock. Also pictured are Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) and Oisin Geoghegan (Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office)

Pictured being presented with a Letter of Offer by Deputy County Mayor, Cllr Eithne Loftus at County Hall, Swords, is Pierce Keegan from Wellness Weight, Lusk. Also pictured are Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) and Oisin Geoghegan (Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office)

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Local News

25th April 2017

Council Host Family Day In Swords Castle

Pictured are members of the I-Karate team, known as The Ripple Effect, including locals, Shauna O'Driscoll and Isabel Gallagher from Swords and Peter Burke from Skerries, who will compete in the European Championships in Strasbourg on 29th April

Locals To Represent Ireland In Karate Championship By Leslie Murphy Karate Athletes Club are proud to be sending a team of 25 athletes including Shauna O’Driscoll and Isabel Gallagher from Swords and Skerries man Peter Burke, to Strasbourg on April 29th. The team will represent Ireland in the I-Karate European Championships. The team is made up of athletes who have additional needs and from whom, karate has been a lifeline. The group, named The Ripple Effect, help to organise activities for children and teenagers with Dyspraxia and those who are on the Autism Spectrum.

Shauna’s grandmother, Margaret Kane from River Valley, Swords has been helping out with the funding and is so proud of her granddaughter. Margaret told the County Leader, “There is great excitement and pride among the Karate athletes who are representing their country at this level. I have been fundraising for the club for some time now and am overwhelmed by the amount of support that my neighbours and friends have given. The communities of Swords and Donabate have been so good and groups that have helped out including, Loreto College Swords, the Dublin Port Company, the local Swords Guides and many others have organised tea parties, bag packing and clothes sales among other fundraising events. The whole community is behind the club and we all wish them well,” concluded Margaret.

The County Council hosted a day of free family fun and creativity at their Cruinniú na Cásca event in Swords Castle on Easter Monday last. The event, which included an Easter Market, live music and kids activities, was attended by over 4,200 people. The recently refurbished surroundings of the historic Swords Castle created the perfect backdrop for the Council’s Easter Monday activities, which included a market displaying wares from local artists, craft-makers and artisan producers, live music and entertainment, children’s arts and crafts and lots more. There was also a living

history demonstration by the Irish Great War Society at the event and Swords Heritage Trail Bus Tours offered locals the opportunity to learn more about the history of Swords and its heritage sites, including Swords Castle, St. Columba’s Round & Square Towers, St. Colmcille’s Well, Peter Wilson’s Bridge and the Carnegie Library. Paul Reid, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, speaking at the event said: “We are delighted that our first Cruinniú na Cásca event has been such a success. Cruinniú na Cásca will be an annual event celebrating creative and cultural aspects of community life

Pictured at Cruinniú na Cásca at Swords Castle are County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Paul Reid and Margaret Geraghty, Director of Service with responsibility for the Creative Ireland Fingal Initiative

in Fingal and we have exciting plans to grow it in the coming years.” County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler said: “Swords Castle is a magnificent amenity in the heart of Swords and it is tremendous to see another exciting event being held there. It is lovely to see so many families from the area enjoying the culture and

creativity of the area.” This event is part of Fingal County Council’s Creative Ireland Programme, a dedicated Culture and Creativity plan for Fingal based on the premise that participation in cultural activity drives personal and collective creativity, with significant implications for individual and societal wellbeing.

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25th April 2017

Joint Policing Committee Meeting In Balbriggan

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Each year the Fingal Joint Policing Committee (JPC) host a series of public meetings across the county. These meetings offer an opportunity for members of the public to meet with Senior Gardai and Local Authority officials to discuss matters of local relevance which fall under the remit of the JPC. Gardai and staff from the County Council will be available after the meetings if you wish to speak in private. Tea / Coffee will be available at the meeting venues from 7pm. The North County Garda District covering Balbriggan, Balbriggan Rural, Naul, Garristown, Skerries, Rush and Lusk areas, will hold their meeting on Wednesday, 26th April from 7.30pm to 9pm at the Bracken Court Hotel, Balbriggan. All are welcome to attend.

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Local News

25th April 2017

Funding Available For Rural Towns And Villages The Government has announced €20 million in funding for rural towns and villages as part of the Action Plan for Rural Development. Commenting on the news, local senator, Dr James Reilly (FG) said this will bring tangible benefits to people and revitalise rural communities in the North County. He said, “The funding announced by Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Heather Humphreys, is great news for rural Ireland and I strongly encourage Fingal County Council to apply.” “The Town and Village Renewal Scheme is an initiative under the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development, Realising our Rural Potential, and is part of a package of national and local support measures to rejuvenate rural towns and villages throughout Ireland,” he said. Senator Reilly The scheme will be funded by the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs and administered by the local authorities. The news was welcomed by Lorraine Higgins of Retail Excellence who said, “Retail Excellence has been to the forefront in terms of developing policy in this area and advising town committees, Chambers of Commerce and Local Authorities on how to get the best from town centres, encouraging people to come back, developing an evening economy and enhancing the quality of experience for residents and visitors alike. So, we are delighted to see this kind of investment targeted at rural towns and villages throughout the country which will aid our efforts”.

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Balscadden Tractor Run There will be fun and festivities in Balscadden this April 28th as they celebrate their ninth annual tractor run. The team plan to make this event as memorable as the last eight. All of the money raised on the day will go towards Balscadden National School, to help them out with fencing and other odd jobs. As a part of the day there will be market stalls, slide shows, a cake sale, face painting, pony rides, kid’s tractor parade, children’s village with bouncy castles, swinging chairs etc and a raffle and lots more exciting festivities for family, friends and locals to enjoy. Locals will also remember young Gary Martin who tragically died in a tractor accident and they will be presenting the Gary Martin Perpetual Trophy on the day. If you would like to enter your tractor it’s €20 per tractor and you can call Nick on 0868814636.

New Foróige Youth Club For Malahide A group of volunteers have come together to set up a new Foróige youth club in Malahide. The club will be open for enrolment on Friday May 5th, in St Sylvester’s Parish Pastoral Centre, downstairs. If you have a child aged between 12 and 18, come along with them for the registration night that will run from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. An information pack will be distributed and all information needed for parents and new members will be provided on the night.

Senator Reilly continued, “Fine Gael in government, is using the resources created by our strong economy to deliver real benefits to people and communities all across the country. The Government’s new Action Plan for Rural Ireland contains over 270 targeted actions that will help to deliver these benefits to people here in the North County.”

“Up to 300 towns and villages will benefit from funding under the 2017 Town and Village Renewal Scheme, which will be made available through local authorities over the next 15 months to support rural regeneration”. “The scheme is specifically targeted at rural towns and villages with populations of less than 10,000. Applications from towns can range from €20,000 to a

maximum of €100,000. Funding of up to €200,000 will also be considered for a limited number of projects which can deliver exceptionally strong economic benefit to a town and its outlying areas.” he said. “A number of towns and villages across North County Dublin were badly affected by the recession of recent years and part of Fine Gael’s Action Plan will review planning legislation to allow the change of use of vacant commercial properties in rural towns and villages. I hope to see this having an impact in towns like Balbriggan town centre.” he concluded.

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News & Advertising Feature

25th April 2017

Ireland Telugu Association Celebrate New Year Ireland Telugu Association (ITA), a member of the Fingal Ethnic Network (FEN), celebrated Sri Hevelambi Nama Samvasatara ‘Ugadi Sambaralu 2017’ (New Year celebrations) at Celbridge GAA club in Co. Kildare recently. Guests included County Mayor, Cllr Darragh

Pictured at the Ireland Telugu Association celebration of Ugadi Sambaralu 2017 are, Hanumantha Rao Marepalli (ITA President), County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, Kesava Gollapalli (Chair, Fingal Ethnic Network) and Donald Adegbesan( Secretary, Fingal Ethnic Network)

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Butler, Kildare Mayor Mr. Ivan Keatley, Jack Chambers TD and 1st Secretary of the Indian Embassy, Mr. Benjiman Besra, Kesava Gollapalli( FEN Chairperson), Donald Adegbesan (FEN Secretary) and Princess Pamela Toyin from Echoes International. This celebration marked the 11th year of the organisation’s inception day in 2007. The inauguration of the programme started with Lighting of Lamps, Prayer Song. ManaBadi, an initiative has been running by ITA for many years to teach Telugu language classes to children from Telugu Community and other initiatives involving arts, crafts and dance. The objective of this initiative is to integrate with other community groups including local community. This is working really well, as there are a number of children and adults from other communities participating in this initiative. ManaBadi KalaNiketan’s children performed action play, “Rama Lela” on legendary epic Ramayan live on the stage with traditional costumes and ornaments – this special attractive show played by 50 children was applauded by everyone who attended appreciated the efforts of teachers and parents for their significant contribution to put out such a great play. The traditional celebration was well organised by the Executive Committee (EC) members Mr Hanumantha Rao Marepalli (President), Mr. Srinivasulu Thangella (Treasurer), Mr Kishore Tankala, Mr Vikranth Singampalli, Mr Surya Vanteddu, Dr. Ramesh Babu Padamati, Mrs. Radha Kandraganti, Mr. Durga Prasad Varanasi and Mr. Krishna Mohan Sambaturu.

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delighted to provide some excellent value for money bargains this Bank Holiday weekend. There are many well stocked garden centres in the North County, where the staff will be only too happy to impart their great knowledge and provide you with the deal of a lifetime. There is nothing as soothing as visiting some of the well stocked garden centres, here in the North County, where you can escape into garden paradise and wish your own could be as nice. Well, maybe it can. Be it decking, tiling or beautiful shrubs or trees, your local garden centre has something just for you. You will definitely pick up a Bank Holiday special here that will transform your garden forever.

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picking up that bargain basement deal on some fine wines. This is usually the time when hotels start giving break away holidays at excellent value. After what was a particularly chilly Spring, residents of the North County will be eagerly looking forward to warmer weather and searching for that, not to be missed, weekend away, or short break holiday. What a difference a bit of sun makes - we forget all of our troubles when the sun shines. Some of these breaks can be booked through your local travel agent, while others will be at home in some of our wonderful hotels dotted around the country. This is a great time to see Ireland at it’s very best, with bright sunshine and longer evenings. So look out for some excellent hotel bargains that will surprise you. Many of

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May Plays The Card Ms May has called the election. The card some of us suggested was, what Cameron should have done rather than resign. The elec-

tion perhaps gives whoever is elected a strong hand to deal with the multiple problems Brexit is throwing up. If she’s wise, she will look for a

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holding the UK together. Her call in those circumstances was a wise one. She has the problem of Nicola Sturgeon and Northern Ireland on her door step. Further afield, Spain has already thrown Gibraltar onto the exit negotiation table. Argentina now suggests that the EU should rethink its position on the Falkland Islands. May does not need that added complication. It was suggested that the King of Spain’s visit to the UK would provide an opportunity to calm the Gibraltar problem down. That three-day planned visit which was scheduled to commence on the 6th June, will now be postponed as these are the final days of the election. Ms May will be grateful that Labour have ruled out the prospect of a second referendum on Brexit, should, through some incredible miracle, they win the election. Such a win is most unlikely and the result will most probably see the end of Corbyn’s leadership. Such a leadership change will not be welcomed by the Tories, who believe that he is one of their biggest electoral assets. Having written that, I recall a time pre 2010 when FF thought that of Kenny. The last five years have had an impact on how citizens across the world view politics. The mood across Europe will ensure that the next two years will be a period of great uncertainty in all

By Cathal Boland political theatres. This exasperation with politics may produce an electoral landscape that is greatly different by the time of the next European Parliamentary election. Should that be the case, the promised electoral contest for the position of President of the Commission will see a real political blood bath across the union. The centre right, who have designed the EU over the past sixty years, may find it hard to hold on and even more difficult to understand the new political allegiances that emerge.

Pictured at Sagarmatha Kitchen Restaurant in Swords, are members of the Nepal Ireland Society and the Chitwan Society of Ireland, who presented a cheque for €1,854 which was handed over to one of the relatives of patient, Mukunda Bhusal by former Finance Minister of Nepal, Mr Surendra Pandey. The group are also seeking to promote tourism links between Nepal and Ireland. Included are, Chet Raj Oli (President Chitwan Society), Shiva Thapa (Vice-president of Chitwan Society), Gangaram Kandel (ICC Coordinator), Deepesh man Shakya (President Nepal Ireland Association), Mr Surendra Pandey (former Finance Minister of Nepal) and Jeevan Sapkota (Hon Sec Chitwan Society of Ireland)

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Orlaith Rooney, Roisin Cornally, Anna Satell and Lilly Sylvester

Christian Gancarl, Josh Copeland and Zoe Croft

Thuyen Connaughton, Shannon Brittnell, Maya Dunne and Sophie McTernan

Donal Redmond, Callum Murray and Liam Walsh

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Emily Freeman, Conor Derwin, Killian McDermott, Conor Kelleher, with coach Adam O'Shaughnessy

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Scott McKinney, Henri O'Keeffe, Bobby Bruiknesteijn, Peter Wright (coach), Shane Fahey, Deryn May Gosson and Maya Sobczyk

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Welcome For Newly Available CCTV Funding North County communities are set to benefit from a new grant scheme for community CCTV. That’s according to local Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell who was informed by the Minister for Justice and Equality, Tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald, that her Department has announced a grant-aid scheme to assist community groups with establishing community-based CCTV systems. “Under the scheme, eligible community groups can apply for grant-aid of up to 60 per cent of the total capital cost of a proposed CCTV system, up to a maximum grant of €40,000. Upon approval of the grant, the applicant will receive an up-front payment of 50 per cent of the grant, with the balance to be paid when the system is fully operational.” “Some of the key objectives of the Scheme are to enhance existing policing provision within the community, to assist in the prevention and reduction of local crime, disorder and anti-social activity and to increase community involvement in the provision of legitimate, integrated responses to prevent and reduce crime in local areas in association with appropriate agencies,” he said.

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25th April 2017 “These CCTV systems will act as a deterrent to antisocial behaviour and enhance existing policing provision here in the North County. It is intended that the scheme will run for 3 years with funding of €1million being made available each year.” “I am delighted to see the Government following through on the commitments set out in the Programme for Government. We will also continue to work with Garda management and the Policing Authority to implement reforms that will provide greater confidence, protection, transparency and efficiency to crime reduction, detection and prosecution, here in North County Dublin,” he concluded.

Talk On Thomas Ashe In Balbriggan Balbriggan and District Historical Society will present a talk entitled, ‘Thomas Ashe - The Revolutionary Teacher’ at the Town Hall, Balbriggan on Wednesday, 26th April at 8pm. The speaker is Brian Arnold. The talk will be about a figure many are more familiar with after the 1916 Commemorations in the North County last year, as he was the leader of the Fingal Brigade, whose success at the Battle of Ashbourne was one of the few in 1916. But there was much more to Thomas Ashe’s life when he moved from Kerry and taught in Corduff National

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Recent published deaths from the North County

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Tel: 01 840 7090 CLINTON, Joseph (Joe), (Skerries, Dublin) 11th April 2017, (Peacefully), after a long illness, Joseph (Joe), sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Mary, sons Mark, Joseph and Luke, daughter Sarah, brother Seamus, adored ten grandchildren, extended family and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace

MULCAHY, Liam, (late of Gordon Street and formerly Skerries) 19th April 2017, (Peacefully), at St. Vincent’s University Hospital. Loving brother of Fr Tom, Mary (MacGinley) and Carmel (Crean). Sadly missed by his loving family, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace

MACPAUL, Sr. Teresa , (Loreto Community, Balbriggan, Dublin) 10th April 2017, (Peacefully), in the loving care of the staff at Tara Winthrop Clinic, Dublin. She will be greatly missed by her beloved sister Noreen, brother Eddie, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, sister-in-law Margaret, brother-in-law Tim, relatives, friends and her Loreto Community. Rest in Peace

BROGAN (née Duff), Anne, (Skerries Road, Lusk, Co. Dublin) 17th April 2017, (Peacefully), after a long illness, Joseph (Joe), at Beaumont Hospital surrounded by her loving family Anne, cherished by her devoted and loving husband Pat, sons Philip and Paul, daughters Suzanne, Linda, Jennifer and Annette, brothers Jim and Philip, sisters Helen and the late Teresa, adored 17 grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Rest in Peace DEMPSEY (née Carey), Elizabeth (Beth), (Skerries, Dublin) 17th April 2017, (Peacefully), in the loving care of the staff of Rush Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late Jim, mother of Ann, Jim, Kevin and the late George. She will be greatly missed by her family, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, daughters-in-law Pam and Michelle, dear friend Niamh, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace RYAN, Tom, (Rush, Co. Dublin) 16th April 2017, (Peacefully), in the loving care of the staff of The Blackrock Clinic, Tom; sadly missed by his loving wife Madeline, his children Vivian, Gwen, Luke, Ivan, Isobel and Pearse, sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace PRICE (née Kelly) , Eileen , (Echlin Court, Rush, Dublin) 16th April 2017, (Peacefully at her home), Wife of the late William Price and mother to the late Patricia. Sadly missed by her loving daughters Margaret and Bree, sons Fintan, Michael and Eamonn, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, daughters-in-law Mary, Mary and Sally, Martin (partner of Bree), extended family and friends. Rest in Peace MORAN, Sean, (Kilkenny and formerly of Donabate) 15th April 2017, (Peacefully), at Drakelands Nursing Home, Kilkenny; sadly missed by his loving wife Jacqueline (Olein), sons Sean, Des and Gerry, daughter Eileen, sister Dympna, sonin-law Jim, daughter-in-law Maeve, Joanne and Julia, grandchildren Shaun, Kieran, Keelin and Mark, sister-in-law Connie, brothers-in-law Donal and Andrew, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace FORDE, Maureen, (Donabate and formerly of Killester) 14th April 2017, (unexpectedly), at her home, beloved sister of Frank, Brendan, Oliver, Jim, Des and the late Cyril; sadly missed by her loving family, her sisters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace

KIELY, Breda , (late of Balbriggan, Skerries, Dublin) 10th April 2017, (Peacefully),at Lusk community unit, surrounded by her loving family, Bebe, (Breda), sadly missed by her loving family, Desmond, Patricia, Karen, Terri, Séan and Conor, brother Tom, sister Dolores, extended family, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace GILMARTIN (née O'Hanlon), Ann, (Rush, Co. Dublin) 10th April 2017, (Suddenly), Ann; sadly missed by her husband Patrick, sons Mark and John, daughters Margaret, Anne-Marie and Pauline, grandchildren, brothers Charlie and Peter, extended family and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace

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Miracle Prayer Sacred Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail.

COUGHLAN , Sr. Patricia, (Rush, Co. Dublin) 10th April 2017, (Suddenly), Sr. Patricia (FMM); deeply regretted by her religious community, her sisters Margaret, Dympna, Una and Ann, nephews, nieces, extended family and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace BARKER , Irene Ellen, (Malahide, Co. Dublin) 9th April 2017,following a short illness in the wonderful care of the staff of Beaumont Hospital and St. Francis Hospice, Raheny. Widow of the late George; very sorely missed by Robert and Patricia, Irene’s grandchildren Victoria and Russell, greatgrandchildren Lily and Darragh, her sister, nieces and nephews.Rest in Peace CURRAN (née White), Marie, (St. Finian's Park, Drogheda, Co. Louth and formerly of Balbriggan ) 9th April 2017, (Suddenly), at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Marie beloved wife of Jim and loving mam to David, Wendy, Susan, Jennifer, Mark and Nicola. Sadly, missed by her loving husband and family, daughters-inlaw Joanne and Michelle, Wendy’s partner Owen, grandchildren Alex, Liam, Luke, Sophie, Jamie, Isabella and Adam, brother Willie, sisters Margaret and Sheila, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace NOLAN, James (Seamus), (Skerries Co. Dublin ) 7th April 2017, (Peacefully), surrounded by his loving family, James (Seamus), father of the late Garda John P, sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Kathleen, children Dermot, Michele and Lynne, adored grandchildren Tracy, Kevin, Sarah, Leah, Jenna, James and Emma, great-granddaughter Sophie, sisters Carmel and Berna, niece, nephew, relatives, extended family and many friends. Rest in Peace

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LYNAM, Gerard, (formerly of Ard Na Mara, Malahide) 20th April 2017, (Peacefully),in the care of Talbot Lodge Nursing Home, aged 89 years. Very sadly missed by his brother Donal, sister-in-law Margaret, and all his nieces, nephews, great-grandnieces, great-grandnephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace

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Fingal County Council Planning Permission sought for Single storey extension to rear of existing dwelling to form new bedroom at 13 Berwick Walk Swords Manor Swords Co Dublin for Eamonn and Sandra O Reilly. 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 in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of twenty euro within the period of 5 weeks begining on the date of receipt by the Authority of this application

intends to apply for planning permission for development at 54 Beverton Green, Beaverstown, Donabate, Co. Dublin.The development will consist of the construction of a single storey extension to side and rear of dwelling and all associated site works. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

Fingal County Council Significant further information has been furnished to the planning authority in connection with with the planning application submitted for revised house type which was previously approved under reg. ref. f12a / 0027 at Surgalstown South,Swords Co.Dublin for E. Kilgallon. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal co. Council, County hall, Main St. Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the further information may be made in writing to the planning authority within the statutory time limit. A submission or observation must be accompanied by the prescribed fee, except in the case of a person or body who has already made a submission or observation, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application.

Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought to extend the existing house to the side and to replace an existing cesspit with a new secondary treatment system at Woodbine Lodge, Thornton, Kilsallaghan, (Eircode K67 YW35) for Gareth O'Herlihy The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, 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 M + G Mc Hale for extension to side of dormer dwelling and for alterations to dwelling at 4 Rogerstown Court, South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. The 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 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 if five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council.

Fingal County Council Permission for new single-storey dwelling, temporary wastewater treatment unit and all associated siteworks on a site off Bawn Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. Signed: J. & E. Leonard.. This application can 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. Mon.-Fri. between 9.30-15.30 (Through Lunch) and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council 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 Retention Planning Permission is sought for the single storey garage constructed to the front of the new house and retention planning permission is sought for the changes to the front facade which includes widening the house by 1200mm and adjusting the location and size of the front and rear windows to the house previously granted planning permission under Reg. Ref: F15A/0520 at Kilhedge Lane, Lusk for Patrick Morrissey The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, 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 requested for 2 no. Detached 4-bed dwellinghouses along with all associated siteworks. at :- Rear of existing 2no.dwellinghouses on Main Street, Naul Co. Dublin with vehicular access from existing roadway in Delvin Banks, Naul, Co. Dublin. Signed: John & Mary Duff 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 Notice is hereby given that Barry Reynolds

Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for internal alterations to existing building and construction of new extension to northern side of existing builders providers along with new car-parking area and all associated siteworks including use of existing vehicular entrance . at:- Stephenstown Industrial Estate, Balbriggan Co. Dublin. Signed:- EEC Hardware.

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 Planning permission is sought to extend the existing house to the side and to replace an existing cesspit with a new secondary treatment system and install a new electric gate on the existing vehicular entrance at Woodbine Lodge, Thornton, Kilsallaghan, (Eircode K67 YW35) for Gareth O'Herlihy The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, 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.

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Picture Special

25th April 2017

Mikeala Baldoza with her sponsor Madel Dodongo and parents Rex and Marivic at St. Sylvester’s Church, Malahide.

Pictured after making their Confirmation at St Sylvester's Church Malahide are Alex Fogarty, Matthew Hughes, Ben Kearney and Ben Alford

Pictured at St. Sylvester’s Church, Malahide after making his Confirmation is Jamie Collins with family members Robbie, Lauren and Emily.

Pictured above Dylan Smith after making his Confirmation with mum Audry and sponsor Helen Reddin at St. Sylvester’s Church, Malahide.

Pictured after making their Confirmation at St McCullin’s Church Lusk, are Erin Russell and Tara Murphy, with Sandra Murphy and Gavin Ryan

Pictured after making her Confirmation at St McCullin’s Church Lusk, is Leah O’Donoghue (right). She is pictured with her family, from left, Grandparents, Michael and Rita Martin and Grandfather Seamus O’Donoghue, Kevin O’Donoghue, Lorraine and Lauren Martin, Ross and Michelle O’Donoghue

Pictured after making her Confirmation at the Church of the Sacred Heart Seabury is Kate Coughlan, with Paula Coughlan and Nora Buggy

Jamie Willson is pictured with dad Bob at St. Sylvesters Church Malahide.

Pictured after making her Confirmation in Lusk is Sophia Shiels. She is pictured with her parents Karen and Mark and brother Lewis Shiels

Pictured after making her Confirmation at St McCullin’s Church Lusk, is Niamh McManus, she is pictured with her family, Cathy Barquest, Paul Lynch, Helen McManus, Paddy McManus, Linda Scattergood, Doreen Donegan, Ellen McManus and Gerry McManus

Amy Reid from Rush\Lusk ETNS is pictured at St McCullin’s Church after making her confirmation with her mum Sue Hamilton and Jamie Dowling.

PIctured after making her Confirmation at St McCullin’s Church Lusk, is Erica Magennis (centre). She is pictured with her family, Conor, Ciaran and Deirdre Heavy, Ciara Starkie, Andrew, Darragh and Cathy Heavey and Keeva Megennis

Pictured is Charlie Bianchi and sponsor Sinead

Pictured above are Confimation girls Zara Murphy, Nicole Markey, Charlotte Doran and Classmate Shireen Ajmal at St. Sylvester’s Church, Malahide.

Pictured at St McCullin’s Church Lusk Father Eoin and Monsignor O’Brien with Katie O’Sullivan, Amarachi Tembo and Cara McNall

Celine Gibson is pictured at St McCullin’s Church after making her confirmation with her family, Majerick Surma, Nathan, Joshua and Janice Carroll. Mia and Ciaran Gibson and Molly Gibson Powell

Pictured after making his Confirmation at the Church of the Sacred Heart Seabury is Andrew McCullagh, with Peter and Paula McCullagh

Isobel McSorley who made her Confirmation at the Church of the Sacred Heart Seabury, is pictured with Jessica Meagher and Rachel Roberts