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Residents Vent Their Anger A robust and at times, fiery public meeting was held in Balrothery on Thursday evening, 2nd October last, to discuss the implications of plans to construct ten units of social housing on a site in Ringfort in the village. Locals had hoped that the derelict site, which is owned by the local authority, would have been developed for use in the community. The meeting was held in the Heritage Centre, which was packed to capacity, was hosted by Balrothery Community Council. It’s chairman, Niall Keady said the public meeting was called, following many calls from concerned residents, who were anxious about the disposal of the Ringfort land. Local councillors, and a TD attended the meeting. It was claimed that residents of Balrothery were led to believe that this piece of land would be used for a community purpose; a people’s garden, a community centre, playground or open space. This is in line with the 2002 Local Area Plan (LAP), where many public and community projects and amenities were promised, but never delivered. Cllr. Quinn Local councillor, Malachy Quinn (SF) confirmed that, of the 10 houses to be built,

By Patrick Finnegan six would be for people with intellectual disabilities, and four for homeless families. The overriding feeling among those present, was that Balrothery was the subject of excessive development, which they claim Is ruining the village. Most of the people present had sympathy for homeless people, but they also asserted their belief

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that community amenities for the area were also badly needed, and should be provided for at this site. A women in the audience encapsulated the feelings of all present, when she said, to loud applause: “I feel there is nothing here for

the children. Not every parent has a car to travel to Ardgillan Castle with their children and we badly need a playground here in the village. The question on everyone’s lips is why Balrothery and why not Malahide or Skerries.? Malahide, Swords and other places in the North County all have their playgrounds, but not Balrothery, which has nothing at all. We have only a pub Cllr. Maguire and one shop, and nowhere for children to play,” she said. This was echoed by a man, who said that he was born into the village in 1970, and when growing up, he was able to play in fields where there are now houses. “As children, we could play everywhere, but the kids now have nothing. I have seen the village grow out of all proportions in that time, but nothing has been given back, except houses,” he said. The attendance included a number of local councillors, who all shared the concerns of the locals. Cllr Gráinne Maguire spoke to the County Leader directly Continued on page 21

Enterprise Week Kicks Off

Fingal Enterprise Week 2014 got off to a flying start on Monday morning with the first event 'Future Tech Trends' at the Helix in DCU. Pictured at the event were Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Local Enterprise at Fingal LEO, Mags Murray, County Mayor, Paul Reid, Chief Executive Fingal County Council and Kenny Morgan, Manager Bank Of Ireland Swords.

Pictured are Irish Lung Fibrosis Association (ILFA) members, Eileen O’Sullivan from Malahide, Joan Cullen and Matt Cullen from Swords, as they launched Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) Week in Ireland recently. IPF Week aims to create an international network to support patients living with IPF. In Ireland, IPF Week consisted of support groups around the country meeting to take part in the 2,000 steps challenge and blow bubbles to raise awareness of lung fibrosis.

Beaumont Hospital To Become First Age Friendly Hospital The County Council Age Friendly Team were delighted to welcome staff from Beaumont Hospital and Dublin City Council to the Carnegie Court Hotel in Swords. This is the first of a series of focus group meetings, aimed at older hospital service users from the North County. Beaumont Hospital recently signed up to the Age Friendly Towns/Institutions Initiative 2014. Last week’s focus group was one of several steps being taken by Beaumont, to enable older people to help make their hospital more age friendly. As part of the procedure to become age friendly, Beaumont with the support of Age Friendly Ireland, the County Council and Dublin City Council began a consultation process to enable older adults to have their say. The Age Friendly Hospital Initiative is embedded in an organisational commitment at the hospital to the development of comprehensive, integrated and patient focused services for older people around the locality. To start the work, the hospital undertook a walkability survey to evaluate the experience for older people getting around the hospital on Thursday 11th September. Following on from the Walkability Surveys, a number of public

By Jennifer McShane consultation days will take place in the coming months. Monday’s event, facilitated by The County Council’s Age Friendly group, was the first of these focus group meetings aimed at Hospital Service Users from the North County. Eithne Mallin, head of Fingal County Councils Age Friendly Team, explained: “Beaumont Hospital was supported by the Fingal Senior Citizen’s Forum who extended an invitation to all older people in the North County to attend the event.” “The Council Age Friendly team were delighted to see such a big attendance and feedback on the day was very constructive”, she added. “It was clear from the comments of older people around the table, that while there is a lot to be done to the signage, parking and transport to and from the hospital, hospital staff themselves came out on top and were seen to be very helpful and friendly to all hospital users including older people”, said. Assisting this initiative is part of the commitment set out in the Fingal Age Friendly County Strategy to make the North County a great place in which to live work and grow old.

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The Parliament is now in the second week of Commissioners’ designate hearings. Ireland’s Big Phil put in what can only be described as a very competent performance when he faced the Agriculture and Rural Development Committee last Thursday. Despite considerable build up that he might be in trouble, the Irish issues including Childers’ complaint just did not travel. Well-schooled Hogan, showed an overall empathy with the brief, vision for the job and a little charm. Some other nominees did not fair quite so well with six perhaps in difficulty. UK’s Jonathan Hill faces a further hearing as he now struggles to win the support of his

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Great Day For Lusk By Patrick Finnegan

Management, who deserve great praise from all. They worked so hard in the early days of campaigning for a second level school in Lusk. Local minister, Dr James Reilly was very upbeat about the school opening. He told the County Leader, “Everyone in Lusk has worked very hard for decades to see this day. We’ve seen our young people forming friendships and being part of local clubs, having to disperse all across North County Dublin to get their secondary education. Now they’ll be able to stay in Lusk.” “This is hugely important from their own personal development, where they will now be able to retain the

Last Friday was a red letter day for the community of Lusk. It marked the official opening of the long awaited Lusk Community College, the only secondary school in the town. The event was a great celebration of the determination of the local community over many years, made even more significant by the presence of not one, but two government ministers. The opening was performed by Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O’Sullivan, in the presence of many dignitaries, including local man and Minister for Children and Youth Pictured are pupils of Lusk Community College, Mohamed Ali, Fionn O'Malley and Jack Murphy beside the school flag, which they designed. They are pictured with Affairs, Dr James Reilly. Weldon Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. Dr James Reilly and Minister for Education and Minister O’Sullivan Skills, Jan O'Sullivan at the official opening of the school was greeted by principal, Patricia Atkins and a guard of honour by the friendships forged at primary school level. It is students, as she arrived at the school. She also important for our sports clubs and there is a paused at the school flag, which was designed by real sense of Lusk Now. This is a great day and I students, Mohamed Ali, Fionn O’Malley and Jack wish the principal, Patricia Atkins, the Chairman, Weldon Murphy. The crest and motto is “We Are Cllr Ken Farrell and the Board every success in All Equal.” Principal Patricia Atkins said, “Much running the school. Lusk has a long and very thanks must go to the the interim Board of proud history. It’s been a long time coming, and Management and the current Board of it’s all the more welcome for it,” he said.

Swords Youths Team Up With Local Tidy Towns

Pictured are Swords Baldoyle Youth Service members, Shona Whelan (Youth worker), Jennifer O'Connor, Ryan Montgomery, Pavel Cvetkovs, Daniel Bianchy, Niall Kelly, with Ken Duffy and Alain Gelpe of Swords Tidy Towns

A group of four young people attending the local Swords Youth Reach have kicked off a 13 week Community Involvement programme working towards a Bronze Gaisce Presidential award. They began this programme by surveying the local area around Swords, in particular main street and identified key areas which needed special attention and revamping. This group of young people are all members of Swords Baldoyle Youth Service and are in the process of completing all elements required to achieve this Gaisce award. This award is obtained by completing 13 weeks in four different challenge areas which are physical recreation, personal skill, community involvement and an adventure journey. A partnership between

Crosscare Swords Baldoyle Youth Service and Swords Youth Reach was formed a number of years ago and links remain strong. Youth workers, Shona Whelan and Aisling Farrelly began this Gaisce programme with the young people in Swords Youth Reach in February this year. With the assistance of Youth Reach staff and in particular manager, Edward Manning the young people have progressed to the final stages of obtaining this coveted presidential award. Even though some of the young people involved in this award are not all living within the Swords area, they were eager to form an alliance with the local Tidy Towns group, as they felt that some areas had begun to look unkempt and grimy. With the assistance of Tidy Towns

chairman Ken Duffy, the young people and Youth workers decided the best use of time would be spent repainting and giving a fresh look to key areas around main-street and surrounding locations. It is hoped that all young people will complete their Gaisce Bronze award early in 2015, with the aim that they will then continue on to achieve Silver and Gold Gaisce awards. Chairperson of Swords Tidy Towns, Ken Duffy said, “This is a great opportunity for us to connect with the youths and to show them what we do in keeping our town clean. Hopefully, it will encourage them to take pride in their communities, and what they learn here, can increase their awareness of keeping their areas clean,” he said.

Balbriggan Girl Wins At Literature Festival Hannah Rudden, a second year student in Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan, was recently announced as a winner with her story “Captured in the Cornfield” at the “Wild Words” Teenage Literature Festival which was held in Carrick-onShannon in Leitrim. While most events during the festival are designed for young readers, Wild Words is a special programme for young readers aged between 14-18 years who have moved on to writing stories and poetry themselves. Hannah’s prize was to take part in three days of master classes by three leading authors, Claire Hennessey, Erika McGann and

Deirdre Sullivan. Hannah told the County Leader that she was very excited to have won the competition: “I was very excited to win, I didn’t expect it all,” she said. “She explained that her creative writing teacher Megan mentioned the competition and she decided to enter. When asked if she sees herself as becoming a full time writer in the future, she said that she’s hopeful she will. Hannah’s story “Captured in the Cornfield” is now published in Wild Words volume 2. At a very young age, she demonstrated a great flair for writing and attends Megan Wynne’s creative writing classes in Skerries. She has previously had lots of her work published and also came first with her story “Best Friend amongst the Shadow” in the creative writing category in Listowel writers week 2013 and also a winner of “Dear Grace” writing competitions 2012 and 2013.

Pictured is Loreto Balbriggan student, Hannah Rudden, who has won the Wild Words Teenage Literature festival

Gala Concert For Molly In Balbriggan Molly McNally

St Patrick’s Brass and Reed Band and Irish National Foresters’ Brass Band are to perform a Gala Convert in aid of Molly McNally Miracle Trust on Sunday, 12th October at 7:30pm in the Bracken Court Hotel in Balbriggan. This is the latest fundraiser being held to raise vital funds for Molly’s ongoing treatments. Tickets are only €5 and are available at the door. All support is greatly appreciated.

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Robbie Whelan (National Sports Campus) and Alan Spain (S & S Office Interiors)

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07.10.2014 The residents of Tudor Court in Malahide were the winners of Eamonn Heaydon perpatual plaque 2014. Siblings, Finn Fallon, Niamh Fallon and John Fallon are pictured here proudly displaying the award.

Annual Cancer Walk In River Valley The annual Cancer Walk in aid of Cancer research, will take place on Saturday, 11th October in River Valley in Swords. This is the 8th year of the walk, which is organised by local woman and cancer survivor, Margaret Harris. The meeting place is at Peacocks Car Park in River Valley, Swords, and you must be there at 1.30pm for registration, with the walk itself starting at 2.30pm. This is always a very well supported event, so you are urged to continue that wonderful support for this very worthwhile event, and get some exercise too. There will be refreshments and raffles after the walk in Peacocks Bar.

Donabate Beach Well And Truly Cleaned Up Congratulations to Leah Kelly and the volunteers including, Chairperson of the Tidy Towns Stephen Owens, and all who took part in the Big Beach Cleanup in Donabate recently. Twenty bags were collected in the one afternoon, so well done to all involved.

Council about this, and they have assured me that construction work to prevent sewage entering the sea at Rush will begin within a year. This is a large-scale upgrade of the Rush It has been confirmed that that construction to Wastewater Network and will take two years to prevent raw sewage entering sea at Rush, is to complete.” begin to begin within a year. This good news He continued, “This is a vital next step in means that Rush beach is now one step closer to securing a blue flag beach for Rush and transforming the beach into a clean, safe securing blue flag status. amenity for the community to enjoy. Local resident and Minister for Children Securing a blue flag for the beach will and Youth Affairs, Dr. James Reilly has increase the number of visitors to Rush, received confirmation from the County providing a boost for local businesses Council, that an upgrade of the Rush and local employment.” Wastewater Network to prevent raw “In order to secure a blue flag, the water sewage entering the sea at Rush will quality must be certified as “excellent” begin with a year. Minister Reilly for four continuous years. Therefore, He told the County Leader, “While canvassing in Rush recently, a large number of securing a blue flag will be a long term project. residents complained of sewage being pumped However, the commitment of the Council to directly into the sea. As a resident of Rush, I begin this project within a year is a welcome share these concerns. I have contacted the start,” he concluded.

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Autism/ADD Assessments In Balbriggan Friends of Autism and ADHD, based in Balbriggan, are delighted to be in a position to be able to fund up to 10 assessments for people with Autism and or ADD/ADHD around the locality. The assessments will consist of an educational assessment by a Clinical Educational Psychologist. Dr Ann Prosser, Psy.D, who is is a licensed certified clinical psychologist. The group hope to be able to provide assessments for up to 10 young people. Along with the assessment there will be the support of the advocacy worker, Bernie Hagan. She will be able to

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meet with parents/carers to discuss the reports and will do all she can in sourcing the necessary supports required for the child. These assessments will be part funded by Friends Of Autism & ADHD and will be part funded by the applicant. They want to say thanks for the good work of the staff and volunteers of Friends of Autism and ADHD, for those who donate to the group, they are very grateful. Places for these assessments are limited. First preference will be given to young people who have not already received an assessment. Referral for assessments can be made by contracting Bernie Hagan on 01-8020484, where your details will be taken and you will be contacted as soon as possible. Assessments will take place between 20th and 24th October 2014 in the Balbriggan area.

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Students from Malahide Community School paid a visit to Dail Eireann on Tuesday, 30th September last. They are pictured on the steps of Leinster House with local senator, Darragh O'Brien.

Local Young Entrepreneurs Step Closer To €2million Prize Fund A group of local entrepreneurs, all under 30, are making final preparations for the regional stage of the ‘Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur’ competition, competing for a share of the €2million national prize fund. Fourteen young entrepreneurs from across the North County, with business ideas from fashion to technology to food, recently went

before the judges, in one of the competition’s first County Finals. Congratulating the finalists, Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office said: “With categories for Best New Idea, Best Start-Up and Best Established Business, the ‘Ireland’s Best Young

Entrepreneur’ competition offers plenty of scope for young, aspiring entrepreneurs across Ireland. Having attended the Entrepreneurs Bootcamp and with their business plans in place, these finalists must now pitch their business ideas to a panel of experts and compete for the top

‘Community Person of the Year’ The County Council’s Community Development Office is celebrating the great work of volunteers who make a difference to our communities because of their hard work, dedication and vision. The Community Person of the Year Award is an opportunity to do this and it will take place in November. Is there someone within your community who, through their volunteering inspire people of all ages to make a difference? They are looking for nominations of individuals who are working voluntarily within your community and who are making a significant contribution to the quality of life of the citizens of the North County. There are no categories or limits. They would love to hear of inspirational individuals who are selfless in their commitment to their community within the North County. They will welcome nominations in any area of interest, as long as their contribution is voluntary. Closing date for entries is Friday, 10th October.

Chamber Business Awards The entry date has been extended for the Fingal Dublin Chamber Business Excellence and Corporate Responsibility Awards. The new closing date for entries is now Thursday, 9th October. Do your businesses people, products, innovations, customer care and services deserve to be recognised? If so, the Fingal Dublin Chamber would encourage you to select the award(s) that best defines your business’s unique qualities and enter now. You can enter up to three different award categories. The awards are free to enter and forms, and details of the Awards Process can be downloaded from the Chamber website www.fingaldublinchamber.ie

prize.” As part of Fingal Enterprise Week 2014, three category winners and an overall ‘Best Young Entrepreneur’ will be announced, sharing a prize fund of €50,000 before competing at the Regional Finals in November 2014. ‘Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur’ will be revealed following the National Finals in December 2014.

Fingal Local Enterprise Office will announce its County Winners during the ‘Success Leaves Clues’ event on Thursday, October 8th at The Grand Hotel, Malahide, hosted by broadcaster Ian Guider and featuring Keynote Speaker, Sean Gallagher. The Fingal Enterprise Award winner for 2014 will also be revealed at the networking event.

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07.10.2014 Free Computer Classes In Donabate There will be free computer classes for older people in Donabate Library in conjunction with Age Action in the coming weeks. These classes are free of charge and all are welcome. Please phone 890 5609 to register for these classes and organisers will contact you with a start date, or book with staff in the library.

Green Fingered Gardening Event In Rush

Rush GIY (Grow It Yourself) held their Harvest festival at Martin's Shop in Rush on recently. The group holds regular growing and cooking sessions at St Catherine's NS and at Martin's Shop at the Millbank. Pictured displaying some of their produce at the festival are, Dermot Higgins, Barry Perrott, Pat Burke, Glenn Keelan, Aiva Veinberga and Moira Jones

The first ever Rush Grow It Yourself (GIY) Harvest Festival took place recently, and attendees flocked to gain tips and advice for growing things yourself. The festival took place in Martin’s Shop in Rush, and there was something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of their ‘growing’ experience or interest in gardening. Rush GIY described the event as a “celebration of nature’s beauty at this time of year,” and it was filled with an array of activities that were enjoyed by all. At the centre of the festival was

a food market, with plenty of fresh food to eat, much of it, very fittingly sourced locally in Rush. The local growers were also given the opportunity to showcase their best produce to the public, and some local cooks were on hand to demonstrate some delicious recipes that residents could try at home. There was also entertainment galore for both children and adults. Rinceoil and the local trad group provided a few traditional tunes, which added to the already excellent atmosphere, and the younger crowd got to participate in a thoroughly enjoyable craft workshop. A number of guest speakers also spoke about some highly informative topics. This first harvest festival was such a success, that it may become a permanent fixture in the town.

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Balbriggan Man Reaches Final Of Prestigious Competition one-on-one with SMEs.” Hundreds of hopefuls entered a CPA Facebook competition and five finalists were chosen to present in front of a panel of expert judges, who picked the ultimate winner. Among those interviewing the finalists were CPA Ireland President, Cormac Fitzgerald, Marc O’Dwyer, Managing Director, Big Red Cloud and Alex Fisher, Head of Skills and Training State Street . This the 4th year of the Student Development Award, which was developed to help people realise their ambition of pursuing a career in accountancy.

Local man, Milosz Brozek from Balbriggan beat off stiff competition from hundreds of entries to reach the final round of the CPA Ireland Student Development Competition, in an effort to win €5,000 bursary towards his CPA accountancy studies. Milosz works in the Accounts Payable Department of Dublin Docks Irish Ferries. He has a degree in engineering and a masters in financial management. Milosz is keen to pursue a career as an accountancy practitioner, saying “I want to own my own accountancy practice and work

Last week, Fingal Community College in Swords held a ‘Freshers’ Day’ for all incoming first year students. The day was an opportunity for the first year students to explore all extra-curricular activities that are available to them, and sign up for any they were interested in. Ms Gibson, a teacher from the Community College, told the County Leader, “This was a group effort by staff to encourage students to join more clubs,” she said. This was the first time an event such as this had been held in the school. All students were required to sign up to the library and at least one additional extra-curricular activity before they left, with options including Basketball, Debating,

By Jemma Came Gardening, Spanish, Photography, and Cheerleading, to name a few. The event was aimed at students who would not normally participate in extra-curricular activities and may have difficulty finding a club they would be interested in joining, in an attempt to get them to participate in the more social side of school life.

Pictured here are Fingal Community College students Nicole, Daniel and Jason with teacher Ms O'Connell at the Spanish Club Stall at the school's Fingal Freshers Day last week.

Malahide Basketball Club Seeks New Members Malahide Basketball Club is looking for Ladies Senior players for the 2014-2015 season. They have lost several players for the new season due to family and educational commitments. Anyone who is interested can contact Eric Westphal at 086-157-7866. The club won two Dublin Cups last year with their two Ladies Senior Teams last season and welcome anyone that wants to play and be trained for the upcoming basketball season.

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Lusk Parish Council To Form New Committee Lusk Parish Pastoral Council are currently holding elections for new members. If you wish to be nominated for the committee, please give your details to any existing member or contact the Parish Office.

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will get the unique opportunity to present their ideas to this panel of judges, with one coming out the winner of Jump Start 2014.Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Local Enterprise Office Fingal said: “The Local Enterprise Office Fingal is delighted to support LINC in the Jumpstart competition. Over the years, we have seen exceptional entrepreneurial talent emerging in the finalists of the competition and I have no

doubt that this year will provide an equally excellent crop of applications. The initiative presents a superb opportunity to new and early stage businesses that wish to compete for the coveted prize fund.” The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on October 17th. The shortlist of winners will be announced on October 27th with the overall JumpStart 2014 winner being announced on November 20th.

Balbriggan Rugby Club Set To Expand Following on from the success with their men’s team, Balbriggan Football Club has now also set up a women’s team. This has proven to be extremely popular with over 20 women registered in the last month. Many of the players have never played before, so training has been focusing on getting them to learn the game and enjoyment. They will be playing in the Leinster Development League for the 2014-15 season. Matches will start in early October. The club hopes to have a permanent dedicated professional coach within the next couple of weeks for the ladies team, to ensure their skill levels and fitness are maximised. The club has high hopes for the ladies. Training for the adult men and women is on every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30pm at the clubhouse. All are welcome to come along and give it a try.

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Gerry Fitzmaurice (North County Leader), Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr James Reilly, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton and Alan Farrell TD.

Liam McMahon (NAD Ltd), Rena Galvin (Tara Winthrop Clinic), Mary McCormack (Tara Winthrrop Clinic) and Lamara Hebib

Anam Cara Meeting In Swords Anam Cara is an organisation that supports bereaved parents, and their groups are situated throughout Ireland. They provide parents a safe, comfortable environment where they have the opportunity to connect with other bereaved parents. It is an inclusive organisation, where parents do not identify themselves by their children’s age, how they died, or if their death was recent or many years ago. Anam Cara is holding its monthly Parent Evening on Wednesday 15th of October from 7:30pm to 9 pm in Applewood Community Centre, Swords. The services are available free of charge to all bereaved parents. What Anam Cara provides is a safe place for bereaved parents to connect with others who understand the intensity of the grief and loss.

Peter Carey (Centre Manager, Millfield S.C.), Alan Farrell TD and Nicky Carvin (Castlemills S.C.)

Council Launches Dog Walker Campaign in Skerries The South Strand, Skerries, played host to a large crowd recently as the County Council came out to launch the Green Dog Walker Campaign. The County Mayor, a Dog Warden, an Environmental Officer, and lots of local dogs and their owners were all on hand to support the campaign’s launch, in the hope of creating a safer, foulfree walking environment in Skerries. For those of you who don’t know, Green Dog Walkers is a

regional campaign that aims to change attitudes towards dog fouling. Supporters of the campaign will wear a Green Dog Walkers armband and carry extra dog waste bags to lend out if needed, and be a friendly reminder to other dog walkers to clean up after their dogs. If you want to be involved, you can still sign the Green Dog Walkers Pledge, should you wish to do this, please email the County Council in Swords.

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‘Mindfulness’ Programme In Skerries As part of their Learn Together curriculum, Skerries Educate Together National School are running a six-week mindfulness programme for its students and their parents. The class will aim to educate its students in techniques used by top athletes and speakers to help them perform their best under pressure and not be controlled by impulses, desires and senses. An experienced mindfulness teacher will come into the classroom twice a week to teach the pupils skills of mindfulness, and teachers and staff members also participating in mindfulness training have invited parents to attend separate classes, once a week, for the six week period.

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Pictured here are the teachers from St St Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush who recently began their Postgraduate Certificate programme, and spent time in Google headquarters.

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Pictured at the CASA (Caring and Sharing Association) stand at the Fingal Volunteer Expo Day at the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords on Thursday, 25th September, is Anna Mulville

Momentous Occasion For Skerries Golf Club Skerries Golf Club created history for the club recently, winning the Miele Fourball Regional Finals which were held in Athlone on September 8th. It’s the first time in 13 years that Skerries have won a Leinster Championship Pennant and they also become the first Skerries Ladies Team to ever reach an All-Ireland semi-final. For team manager Joan McDonnell and her team the victory was the product of weeks of hard work, a lot of practice and dedication. The original panel members were Maria Dunne, Fiona Farrell, Joyce Gillespie, Barbara Ryan, Grainne O’Connor, Mary Kenny, Mary Leonard, Joanne Kinsella, Sylvia Alcock, Joan Lewis, Ciara Boylan, Tara Duggan and Nuala Mac Mahon. Being a fourball competition, much emphasis was placed on relationship building and establishing partnerships. Team members paid a number of advance visits to Athlone Golf Club to practice and familiarise themselves with the course. In the final that extra effort was rewarded, as Skerries recorded a 3-1 victory over Castlewarden. McDonnell, who couldn’t attend the final due to personal circumstances, described the scenes following the victory as something akin to The Ryder Cup at Gleneagles. “The ladies were delighted. It was just amazing,” she said as she viewed it on a video call to her, more than capable deputy and assistant team manager, Nuala Mac Mahon. All involved are still pinching themselves to actually believe they won!

Balbriggan Group Seeks Unwanted Christmas Gifts Balbriggan Meals on wheels are calling people to please donate any unwanted presents, Christmas decorations and Toys/Gifts, in good condition for their Christmas fundraiser, which will take place at the end of November. Please drop all donations into the Meals on Wheels Kitchen on Hampton Street between 10:00am - 1:00pm Monday to Saturday. All support is greatly appreciated.

Fifteen teachers from St Joseph’s Secondary School, Rush began the first ever Postgraduate Certificate in 21st Century Teaching and Learning in Trinity College last week. The teachers then spent Saturday in the Google Foundry, where the topic was ‘Leadership and Change Management’. The Rush school has developed a strong association with innovation in the world of education, culminating in becoming the only Irish school to be awarded a School of Distinction accolade by the College For Every Student organisation in the United States, in conjunction with Trinity College, Dublin. Principal, Patricia

Hayden says she is confident that through this programme, teachers and students at St Joseph’s will become even more innovative. “Our teachers have a passion for learning and their enthusiasm is almost infectious, which is having a very positive influence on our students. The school is a very dynamic and happy place with a strong emphasis on the students and the support required to promote progression to further education,” she explained. “There is a great sense that we need to be prepared for the future, not just our students but also our teachers. I was glad to see that our teachers jumped at the opportunity to undertake this qualification. It is a big commitment over the next three years and we are very grateful for the support from Trinity College and Google,” she concluded.

Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG) has called on all schoolchildren from 4th class in primary school to 6th year in postprimary school in the North County, to consider entering the Newgrange Winter Solstice Art Competition. This competition is run by the Office of Public Works, which was launched recently by Minister of State, Simon Harris TD. “The Newgrange Winter Solstice Art Competition is open to schoolchildren from 4th class in primary school up to 6th year in post-primary school, right across the country. Winning entrants will gain the unique opportunity to

be present for the Winter Solstice in the Newgrange Chamber on 21st December. “The competition is growing in popularity every year, with over 600 entries last year from each corner of the country. The chance to be present in the

chamber at Newgrange for the Winter Solstice is fantastic and it one which I am sure children from across Dublin Fingal would enjoy,” he said. “I would urge all interested schoolchildren from the North County to consider entering this competition. The closing date for receipt of entries is Friday 14th November 2014 and further information on the competition is available on www.heritageireland.ie.

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Candles And Lighting Dimmed or dipped lighting is great for making your home feel cosy when its cold outside. Purchase a dimmer switch or light plenty

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Lusk Welcomes Great Variety Of Visitors The last few months have been particularly busy for the thriving town of Lusk, with visitors coming from all corners of the globe. This historic town, with it’s Heritage Centre, including the Round Tower, is always a great attraction for visitors, but this year, the number of visitors has been higher than ever. Pat Kelly, who is a key holder for the Lusk Heritage Centre, told the County Leader about the variety of visitors who came to the town. “We welcomed people from Australia, Cayman Islands, England, Texas, Florida, Arizona, Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Austria, as well as Irish visiHeritage Centre and tors from Wexford Lusk Round Tower and Belfast. We were delighted to see so many local people taking an interest in their own town. It was also heartening to see local scouts, beavers and schoolchildren showing an interest in their local heritage also,” she said.

There are many bonuses to a winter wedding, the biggest of all being the opportunity for the bride and groom to have a day that is truly spectacular. Seasonal darker evenings create the perfect romantic setting for your special occasion and evening parties can start that little bit sooner, so you have longer to enjoy your big day. The lack of natural light lets you create a magical scene with your own candles, log fires and lanterns which would be wasted in summer weddings. Fairy lights can also be used, inside or out, and exterior trees can be dressed

to help create your own winter wonderland. Winter weather is to be expected, and no grand plans can be ruined due to reliance upon sunny weather. Snow is a bonus, especially for winter themed weddings and photographs, although autumnal colours create spectacular wedding photos as well, and with rosy cheeks and no risk of squinting, everyone will look great. More money can be saved on the venue, suppliers, and guest accommodation too; wedding season is officially over by the end of September, so these

New History Book For Donabate A group of local people have put together a very comprehensive and simple book about the history of Donabate and this is to be launched in the coming months. The book should prove to be of great interest to all residents of Donabate, old and new, adults and children alike. The publishers hope to keep the cost of the book to under €10 and all proceeds will go to the Senior Citizens’ Day Centre in Donabate.

Donabate Portrane Community Centre Tops The Q Local haven of community and recreation, Donabate Portrane Community and Leisure Centre (DPCC) has excelled yet again. This time, they graduated with first class honours, as they were awarded the highly coveted National Q Mark Award for Leisure Centres at a ceremony on Friday, 26th September last. The Q Mark for Leisure Centres is awarded only to organisations that achieve the highest standards of quality and excellence. Having been developed in conjunction with the Irish Hotel Federation (IHF) and independent members of the Leisure Industry, the Q Mark standard ensures that DPCC not only meets, but exceeds legal regulations and standards. A delighted General Manager at the community centre, Jacinta Lowndes told the County Leader, “Our vision for the DPCC has always been to provide a focal point within the community. Our doors are open to all, to facilitate learning, health and fitness and to provide training and employment opportunities to the local community.” She went on to add that “being awarded the Q Mark is testament to the hard work, enthusiasm and commitment of all of our staff. It is a wonderful example of what can be achieved through excellent teamwork.” Donabate Portrane Community and Leisure Centre employs 40 full and part time staff and is a state of the art leisure centre, which incorporates a modern gym and health suite, a coffee shop, Montessori school, meeting rooms and a sports hall and Fingal County Council library.

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tend to be at greatly reduced rates as a result, and have greater availability. Winter weddings are therefore the perfect opportunity to travel that little bit further and find your perfect wedding venue, without the cost that would be involved with a summer wedding. Not only is guest accommodation cheaper, but guests tend to be more available during the winter months, and if your wedding is either side of the festive period, they’ll be dying for another excuse for a knees up! Winter weddings work especially well with smaller, intimate groups

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Strictly Swords Pavilions hosted a glittering Strictly Come Dancing Charity fundraiser at CityNorth Hotel, Gormanston on Saturday last. The event was for two charities, the Jack and Jill Foundation and the Homeless Street Leagues, both of which have a special relationship with the Pavilions. A large crowd enjoyed the spectacle, and there were two winners on the night. Derek Yeates and his partner, Oonagh Kelly won the judgesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vote, while Audrey Daly and her partner, Erica Garigan won the peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote. All the dancers deserve great credit for their efforts. All in all, it was a great night, for two great charities.

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Pictured at the Fashion Show at the Pavilions Shopping Centre on Saturday, 4th October are model and TV personality, Glenda Gilson with Deirdre King, Commercial Manager, Pavilions Shopping Centre

Pictured enjoying the Fashion Show on Saturday are Suzanne Mahon and Elaine Norton

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You may well wince at seeing festive products appearing on supermarket shelves the moment you return from your Summer holiday, or hearing Christmas jingles playing merrily on the radio just as the leaves start to fall from the trees. This feature serves to alleviate some of that season associated stress and offer some practical tips to help make the run up to this Christmas smooth sailing for residents around the North County. There are many reasons to suggest that now is the

perfect time to get planning for that festive party, which isn’t too far away. Whether it be an end of year work party or a friendly festive gettogether, there are many reasons that October is the month to get the ball rolling putting details in place.

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Pick A Theme Another quirky idea to make your Christmas Party stand out is to pick a theme and centre

everything around that. It’s bound to be good fun and will truly make for a Christmas party with a difference. Also, there are endless amounts of ‘themed’

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The venue is inarguably of topmost priority for a successful bash and therefore you can expect them to get booked up pretty fast! Also, if you book at this earlier stage you are much more likely to discover that lots of early bird offers are available. There are many wonderful venues in North County Dublin that would provide the ideal reception and facilities for an inexhaustible range of party criteria.

Set The Budget Find out what kind of budget you have, and this will determine many of your options, such as what kind of venue you can choose, to how much you can set aside for food, and so on. Ask about the budget and stick to it. So many places around the North County offer true value for money, so be sure to look at all the options before making your choice.

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Growing Number Of Local Irish Language Groups There are a growing number of Irish language groups setting up all over the North County. Among these are the ‘Ciorcal Comhrá group in Skerries, which now enjoys a following of 20 gaelgoiri and they meet every Tuesday at 12 noon in Divino Café and 8.30pm in the Bus Bar in the town. Enthusiasts with different levels of fluency are welcome to these gatherings. Meanwhile in Donabate, another Irish conversation group meets every Saturday at 2pm at Cates Café in Donabate. All are welcome to attend, regardless of your level of Irish.

Celebration Mass In Lusk There will be a special Wedding Anniversaries celebration Mass in Lusk Church on Thursday 9th October at 7.30pm. It is to celebrate those who are marking their 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th anniversaries.

Communities across the North County are being encouraged to get out, get active and Connect For Console over the October Bank Holiday weekend. Voluntary organisation, Muintir na Tire has joined forces with suicide prevention charity, Console to promote a weekend of community physical activity while raising awareness of positive mental health. “From biking to bog snorkelling, our groups in the North County and beyond will be organising all kinds of fun activities and encouraging the people in their communities to take part and get talking,” said Niall Garvey CEO of Muintir na Tire. Muintir na Tire operates the Community Alert programme in conjunction with An Garda Síochána and

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Fingal Dublin Chamber were recently voted the Best Networking Business Organisation in Ireland, in a nationwide competition sponsored by Devlin Media. Pictured is Tony Lambert, CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber receiving the award from County Mayor, Mags Murray at a ceremony at Malahide Castle. Also pictured are John Hogan (Devlin Media), Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council), Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber) and John Phelan (Head of the Judging panel)

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Icelandic carrier WOW air is to launch a new year-round Dublin-Reykjavik service from next summer. WOW will fly three times per week between Dublin and Reykjavik from next June, and will operate the first scheduled service between the two cities. WOW, which started flying in May 2012, is a low-cost carrier that currently operates 16 routes from its home base at Keflavik Airport in Iceland. Dublin Airport Managing Director, Vincent Harrison said he was delighted to welcome WOW air to Ireland and to add Reykjavik to Dublin Airport’s growing list of direct destinations. “We’re sure there will be strong demand for this new route, as Iceland has been growing in popularity as a

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Rosanna Kennedy from Swords was the winner of a competition recently run by the Plaza Shopping Centre. She received a signed Dublin Jersey, presented to her by All Star Dublin GAA player, Paul Flynn. The prize was sponsored by You and Us. Rosanna is pictured here with her dad Fergal, mother Mary and siblings Michael and Clodagh, and Paul Flynn.

Samhain Celebrations In Naul School holidays are sorted for children this Halloween, as The Seamus Ennis Centre has a range of Halloween themed activities to delight and excite children. Starting on Tuesday, 28th October, workshops, supported by the County Council, take in a range of media and crafts, all of which can be displayed during the grand finale of the week, the Halloween Parade through Naul Village on Friday 31st. The workshops begin on Tuesday afternoon, with

parents and children carving a pumpkin together. On Wednesday morning, children from seven up will learn to make a willow lantern which will light the way for Friday night’s parade. In the afternoon, ages five+ will make giant glowing jellyfish and later that afternoon, ages six+ will make glow in the dark Celtic masks. The final workshop takes place on Friday morning, where giant Flying Bats will be constructed to fly through the village, terrifying

Balrothery Residents Vent Their Anger Continued from page 1 after the meeting and said, “People are starting to be now aware of their surrounds and are now looking to the council for answers to their concerns and issues. I look forward to working with the community council and the residents of Balrothery to help them achieve their goals and objectives. It is very important that a good working relationship is set up between the community council, Fingal County Council and all public representatives to make sure that Balrothery has an action plan for the future and that everybody works together to make this happen,” she said. Councillors JP Browne and David O’Connor also spoke and pledged their support for whatever decision the people come to. Cllr Browne agreed that Balrothery is over developed and has been completely forgotten. Cllr Tony Murphy told the gathering, that he was present to make sure that the concerns of the residents are relayed to the highest council level. “Whatever decision the residents come to, I will fully

international programme that gives libraries and library members unlimited simultaneous access to a popular title creating a virtual, global eBook club. Borrowers just need a valid library card to read ‘Anatomy of a Misfit’ on all major computers and devices, phones and tablets, without worrying about waiting lists. Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period, and best of all, there are no late fees! Fingal Senior executive librarian Yvonne O’Brien explaining this new programme said, “Fingal libraries are really excited that we can offer Andre Portes’ third novel, and her first for young adult readers to as many library members who want to read the e version at the same time. “What’s great about this initiative is that it has the potential to get teens talking about books,” Yvonne said.

all who see them. Children of all ages can take part in the spectacular spooks parade through Naul village on Friday night. Face painting starts at 6:15pm at the Seamus Ennis Centre, and ghouls and ghosties will assemble at Bun An Cnoic at 6:45pm, to light up the village with wonderful willow lanterns, Celtic masks and giant glowing jellyfish. There will be scary stories, Halloween treats and a prize for the best pumpkin. Details of all workshops are available from www.tseac.ie. Booking is essential for all workshops.

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Fingal County Council Planning permission is being sought for the construction of a single storey extension (32sq.M) to side & rear and alterations to front elevation of 25 Millview Lawns, Malahide, Co. Dublin, for Ken Douglas & Eileen Osborne The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased between the hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday - Friday at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords,Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought for a 4.2 sq m porch extension to the front entrance of existing 2 storey detached house with ancillary site works located at No.6 St. Andrews Grove, Church Road, Malahide, Co Dublin for Mr. Jim Rock. 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 the prescribed 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 by Lori Healy for a roof dormer to rear at 106 Townparks, Skerries, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

Fingal County Council Eirin & Ciaran Duff wish to apply for permission for development at Westown, Naul, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of Demolition of existing 1970’s 2 storey extensions to rear/side (adjoining boundary), construction of 2 storey extension with glazed link to rear, complete refurbishment of existing house, remodelling of existing front porch and all associated landscaping and drainage works. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.' Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought to construct 2 no. 2 storey dwellings over basement on a split level site with 2 new entrances onto the public road and connect into existing public services with associated site works and landscaping all located at Kilrock Road, Howth, Dublin 13 for Neal Ruxton & Margaret Anne Ruxton. 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 the prescribed 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 Retention planning permission is sought by Robert and Grainne Staunton at 41 The Cliffs, Kellys Bay, Skerries, Co. Dublin for a development of a single storey side extension for a playroom and a utility room. 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

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ning 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 Caoimhe Kennedy at The Five Roads, Hedgestown (Jordanstown), Lusk, Co. Dublin for a revised house type and repositioning of house on site on foot of approved planning permission Reg. Ref. F14A/0013. 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 J & K .Bracken seeks planning permission for 1/ Extend the previously approved entrance and road access and services under construction as granted under planning grant F09A/0305,to extend north to end of proposed site to form turning circle and serve proposed additional houses . 2/ To relocate the original approved waste water unit and percolation area under planning grant F09A/0305 and upgrade and locate in adjoining site . 3/ Two new detached dwellings located north of the approved house granted under F09A/0305 . These two new houses to be two / one and half storey designs with individual waste water treatment system and percolation area s on adjoining site . 4/Boundary walls ,landscaping and associated ancillary services ,paving and site works to facilitate the proposed development on site located at Ballykea ,Loughshinny, County 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 Monday to Friday at Fingal County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin. a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20 Euros), within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of this application. Fingal County Council FURTHER INFORMATION / REVISED PLANS Name of applicant: Armstrong Machinery Ltd. The Five Roads, Lusk, Co. Dublin. Reference No: F14A/0100 Significant further information/revised plans, in relation to the application have been furnished to the Planning Authority, and are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the office of the authority during its public opening hours. Submissions or observations in relation to the further information/revised plans may be made in writing on payment of a prescribed fee, no later than 2 weeks after receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice with the planning authority. Fingal County Council Retention planning permission is sought for free standing gym/playroom, store and toilet to the rear of the existing dwelling/back garden of No. 3 Rathingle Cottages, Forest Fields, Swords, Co. Dublin for Damien Wall 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

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