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Balbriggan’s Kung-Fu Pensioner By Patrick Finnegan living on the Aran Islands, and she said to me; “Da, you’re not a young fellow anymore, but despite that, I actually love it. My worst time is at the weekends, when there’s no training. I look forward to Monday, Wednesday and Friday so much, I’m just sorry I didn’t take it up years ago,” said the infectious Sean. “My decision to take up this wonderful sport has had a huge impact on my life, and has changed my outlook completely. I’ve played football all my life, since I could walk, but I’m sorry I didn’t take this up instead,” declared Sean. “The head man, Keith is very knowledgeable, and he can work on muscles and when I got the cancer seven years ago, I gave up cigarettes. I thought they were the cause of my cancer, but they were not. My health has improved out of all proportions since I came here. They’re like a family to me, and we all encourage each other,” he said.

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My health has improved out of all proportions since I came here. They’re like a family to me, and we all encourage each other

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The decision of a 72 year old Balbriggan man to take up Kung-Fu karate, is one that is having a profound impact on his life. His story is certain to be an inspiration to people of his age, who feel they have no direction in their lives. Sean Dunne, from Pinewood in Balbriggan has had lifelong health issues and he has been on inhalers for chronic asthma. He is also suffering from a rare form of cancer, but he maintains that his decision to take up this sport, has had a very beneficial effect on his health. Sean started his Kung Fu journey in August 2013, very much by accident. He explained to the County Leader about how this came to pass. “I got into the bad habit of watching daytime soaps on the telly and one day I was passing by Blue Dragon school of Iron Fist Kung Fu on Convent Lane in Balbriggan, and as I was being nosy, I decided to have a look. I met Sifu (teacher) Keith Fanning and I spoke to him about my health issues. I played sport all my life, but there were no inhalers when I was a lad,” said Sean. He continued, “I was always fascinated by martial arts and Keith was wonderful. He told me to give it a go and see. The only thing that would have held me back was the asthma. Before I started here nine months ago, I was on a nebuliser twice a day, and using up a ventolin inhaler once a week. Since I started training, I haven’t touched a nebuliser in the past eight months, and I use one inhaler every six weeks, instead of one a week. It’s worked wonders for me,” said a delighted Sean. Sean’s doctor was also very supportive of his decision to take up Kung-Fu at his age, and he was encouraged to ‘go for it’. “I have a daughter

His prowess as a Kung Fu artist is quite impressive. So far, he has achieved his yellow sash and recently achieved his green sash after being tested by Sifu Keith, including breaking concrete tiles with a turning back kick and with a side kick, along with breaking a three inch concrete block with a slap. Sean now says his Kung Fu family are very supportive of his journey and helpful in anything he may be stuck on, from senior to lower grades, as they naturally will help anyone who comes through the door. He is determined to get his Black Belt by the time he reaches 75. With such a determined and positive attitude, there seems no stopping this inspirational man, who has suddenly found a new zest for life.

Pictured enjoying the wonderful summer weather on South Strand, Skerries on Wednesday last are Dáire McCaughey, Conn Gorman, Donal Gorman, Ethan McCaughey and Tadhg McCaughey, all from Skerries

Another Special Event To Help Molly Following up on our story in last week’s edition of the County Leader on brave little Molly McNally from Balbriggan, many were touched as they learnt of her courageous journey they contacted us to see how they might help. With this in mind, we have been informed of another upcoming special fundraiser, in which all proceeds are going to help aid Molly’s cause. Molly (5) was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer last October. At the moment, the family need to raise €200,000 in order to get the little one to

By Jennifer McShane the United States for further, potentially life saving treatments, so every event is crucial, and every amount donated (no matter how big or small) will be hugely appreciated. Next up on the fundraising list, is a golfing event. A Golf Classic has been arranged in Malahide Golf Club on Thursday, June 26th between 10am and 4pm and according to Events co-ordinator of the Molly McNally Trust, Michelle, it is going to be a huge event. “So far, we have at least 30 teams arranged for the day,” she told the County Leader.

“We’re expecting a huge turnout of around 120 people and have so many sponsors organised, which is just fantastic, and of course, every cent raised is going to help Molly. We’ve been so touched by the wonderful response that we’ve received from so many around the

locality, and we are in the process of arranging many more fundraising events, which people can donate to if they wish.” Keep an eye on the coming editions of the County Leader for more details of future fundraising events as we get them. All support is so appreciated.

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Skerries RNLI Assists Swimmer In Difficulty Skerries RNLI launched last Monday, 16th June to go to the aid of a swimmer, who got into difficulties off Red Island. The volunteer crew launched their Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat, Louis Simson shortly after 4.30pm. The lifeboat was helmed by Joe May, with crew members, Eoin Grimes and Stephen Denny on board, made their way directly to the springboards bathing area, where Dublin Coast Guard had received reports of a swimmer in difficulty. Arriving on scene, the lifeboat carried out an immediate search of the area. It was quickly discovered that a member of the public, with the aid of a life

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in his school for his achievements. It is hoped that he will be chosen to represent Ireland at the World Games, to be held in Los Angeles next year. This decision will be made in September, and as Tom said, “That would be the icing on the cake for Billy.” With such an impressive haul of medals, there is little doubt that this remarkable young man is certain to do his country proud, should he be fortunate enough to be selected for the team in September.

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Tributes Paid To Retiring Donabate Principals By Jennifer McShane There were great celebrations in Donabate last week, as two well known school principals who share the same campus, both bid a fond farewell to their many years in Scoil Padraig Na Cailini and St Patrick’s BNS, as they retired from teaching. Principals Margaret O’Neill from Scoil Padraig Na Cailini and AnneMarie Hennigan from St Patrick’s BNS, were both recognised for their outstanding dedication to their Donabate schools, as tributes were paid to the teachers who have both been teaching for almost 40 years each. Both told the County Leader that they were

“surprised and overwhelmed” at the touching tributes paid to them. “I first started teaching at the girls school in 1974, and took up the role as principal 18 years later, so I’ve been there for almost 40 years if you can believe it!” said Margaret. “I’ve had a fantastic time over the years, but feel now that it’s time to move on. I’m both excited and nervous to see what the future holds, but will always look back on my time with so much happiness.” Anne-Marie from St Patrick’s BNS was equally emotional as she spoke to her friends, colleagues and students. “I’ve been so overwhelmed by the kindness shown to me,” she said. “I first came to the school in 1975, and it has been an absolute pleasure working with everyone over the years. I’m excited to venture into this new aspect of my life, and I’m still hoping to continue working with parents in the future,” she concluded.

A young Swords boy has made an incredible impact at the recent National Special Olympics in Limerick, where he was one of the outstanding performers at the event. Fourteen year old Billy Kane, who lives in Hawthorne Park in Swords, competed in the gymnastics competition, and he returned with an exceptional haul of six medals, five gold and one silver. His parents, Tom and Geraldine Kane were delighted with Billy’s success, and were

Reach Programme Celebrates 10 Years In Balbriggan The ‘Reach’ programme, run by National Learning Network is celebrating 10 years of supporting people who have experienced difficulties in their lives, to become more active in their local community. Participants, both past and present, joined staff and guests in the BEAT Centre in Balbriggan on Tuesday, 10th June last, to celebrate the difference it is making to people’s lives. The programme, which is funded by the HSE runs on a continuous intake, with an average of 14 people taking part at any given time. Over 90 people have completed the programme since it began in 2004. The

Chernobyl Children Arrive In North County The North Chernobyl Children International (CCI) group have been busy fundraising over the last number of months in preparation for the arrival of children from the heart of the Chernobyl region into the North County. A number of groups will be staying with local host families throughout the locality for a number of weeks throughout the summer, and last Sunday another group arrived at Shannon Airport, with a final group arriving in July. ‘’The children, who come from impoverished backgrounds and state-run institutions in Belarus will benefit greatly from these respite holidays with local volunteer host families,” Chairperson of North Dublin CCI, Trina Gilchriest

holding a fund-raising afternoon in Leaf & Bean Coffee shop in Donabate, for St Bridget’s Ward, Temple Street on Saturday, 28th June between 2pm and 6pm. This is a most worthy cause and your support will be most welcome.

told the County Leader. “The local support we’ve received throughout the last number of months between the fundraising, to getting the children here has just been incredible, and everyone is so excited about their arrival.” “We know ourselves that taking the children out of their home environments for even short periods of time, has positive effects to their overall health; we’ve been told that there is a 30 to 50 per cent reduction in their radiation levels after their time here,” she explained. “We have so much planned for the children while they’re here, and I was over in Belarus myself just recently, and the kids were absolutely living for the trip.” “Of course, without the support and generosity of the communities around the North County, none of this would be possible, so I just want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has helped us in any way,” she concluded.

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Rose And Sweet Pea Show In Ardgillan Balbriggan and District Horticultural Society will present their Rose and Sweet Pea Show in Ardgillan Castle on Sunday, 6th July. This event is free and is open to the public from 2.30pm to 5.30pm. Exhibits can be staged between 10.00 am and 12.30 pm.

programme focuses on the individual interwork experience in the ARRO store and ests and skills of each person, with they’re helping me out with getting a little elements such as healthy living, indepenjob. I’ve made great friends here and love dent living skills, cooking and budgeting, going on the trips. We go all over the along with certified FETAC modules in place, wherever the magic carpet will bring Computer Literacy and Career Planning. us!” Based in the BEAT Centre, a mainModules are stream business enviadapted to suit the ronment, Reach needs of the indioffers rehabilitative vidual. training that is One participant in focused on the the programme person and their said, “Reach is recovery, and it helping me to get provides participants some order back in with opportunities to my life. I can get up develop the level of and have somesocial and personal where to go to learn skills and indepencooking and it’s Pictured at the 10th anniversary celebrations dence necessary to helping with my for the Reach programme at the BEAT Centre in achieve integration depression. I got Balbriggan, are Carol Cassidy and Gavin into their community.

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Temple Street Fundraising Event In Donabate In our edition of the County Leader, dated 31st March this year, we printed a photograph on page one, of little Lucy Bellew and her dad, Tony from Swords, with rugby star, Brian O’Driscoll on his visit to Temple Street Hospital. We regret to report the

quick to thank his coaches, Charlie and Trish O’Donoghue for bringing Billy to this stage of his gymnastic development. His success came in the floor display, pommel horse, high bars and rings. Billy said that he was really delighted with his performance and he was acclaimed by all Billy Kane from Swords

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Eileen Rushe (Waterside Hotel, Donabate), Karen McCann and Monique Freeman (Bewleys Hotel Dublin Airport)

Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber), Siobhan Kinsella (President, Fingal Dublin Chamber), with Caroline Geraghty and Maureen Lambert (both Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Michael Kennedy (Michael Kennedy Insurance), Lisa Halligan and Andrea Molloy (both Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport) and Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal Co Co)

Rush Craft Fair will take place on Sunday, 29th June at St Maur’s GAA complex, from 11am until 5pm. It is the largest noncommercial craft fair in the North County, with at least 50 stalls, showcasing different crafts, like jewellery, handmade fashion items, cards, candles, embroidery and sewing, beauty products, jams, baking, chutneys, art and photography, to mention but a few. All profits from the stalls will go to the Hospice and to Jack and Jill Foundation. You never know, you may pick up the bargain you have been looking for.

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Sean Reid (Bewleys Hotel Dublin Airport), Eileen Penrose (Air Canada) and Vincent Shannon (Vincent Shannon Solicitors)

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Balbriggan Meals on Wheels will be holding their AGM on Thursday, 3rd July at 7.30 pm in the Order of Malta Hall, Balbriggan and all are expected to attend.

Seniors’ Social Group In Malahide St. Sylvester’s’ seniors social group now meet in the Parish Centre in Malahide on Wednesdays, at the new time of 10.45am to 1.00pm. There will be plenty of tea and coffee for everyone, as well as guest speakers on health care and security. For more information, contact Jim Collier on 0872865946.

Anniversary For Rinceoil Fingal Rinceoil Fingal are celebrating their 20th anniversary. The 15th Scoil Samhraidh Chris Langan event takes place from June 27th to June 29th. There will be gala concert, workshops, sessions and more. All are welcome to attend.

Michael Murphy (Bewleys Hotel) with Dr Orla McGeary (Swords Dentist)

Lisa Halligan (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport), Derek McGeehan (Digicom) and Andrea Molloy (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport)

Nigel Craughwell (CityNorth Hotel), Sue Griffiths and Seán Fitzmaurice (both North County Leader) and Andy Greenslade (CityNorth Hotel)

Helen Fyfe (Lufthansa) and Vincent Kavanagh (Haines Fleet)

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Seamus Ryan (Rohan Holdings), with Derek McGeehan (Digicom)

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25 Years Of Rush Church A programme of liturgical, social, cultural, and visual events to mark the 25th Anniversary of opening of St. Maur’s Church in Rush is being prepared at present. The main liturgical event will be Mass on Sunday 31st August at 11.30am. which will be celebrated by Archbishop Diarmuid Martin. If you have any items such as photographs or other memorabilia from the past 25 years that may be of interest, please contact Fr. Coghlan at the church.

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Great Day For Knockamann Clients

were present to witness this joyous occasion. It was a particularly wonderful moment for many of the parents, siblings, close family friends and staff who witnessed the candidates receiving accreditation for their hard work. Caroline Coakley, Services Manager and co-ordinator of the ASDAN Programme presented certificates to

the candidates. She told the County Leader, “The ASDAN Towards Independence Programme presents a framework of activities through which personal, social, communication and independent living skills are developed and accredited. It offers a flexible programme to meet the needs of those with a wide range of abilities, including the opportunity for formal recognition of small steps of achievement towards a larger goal.” A great day was had by all, and the happy participants are already looking forward to their next challenge.

On Thursday 19th June last, 44 clients of St. Joseph’s Intellectual Disability Service received awards for their achievements through the ASDAN towards Independence Programme. This was the fourth D e v e l o p m e n t Accreditation Network Awards Ceremony to take place in St. Joseph’s Intellectual Disability Service at the Knockamann Resource Centre, in the grounds of St. Ita’s Hospital in Portrane. It was a proud moment for all those involved and a large number of Pictured at the awards ceremony at Knockamann Resource Centre in Portrane, are Noel invited guests and staff Cromwell, Caroline Coakley (Service Manager, Knockamann Centre), Stephen Flynn, Gerry Clail and Susan Dunne

Art Exhibition In Ardgillan The Blanc Canvas art exhibition takes place in the Ardgillan Castle Tea Rooms in Balbriggan until 30th June. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.

Pictured is Lusk A.C. athlete, Katie Halpin who took the Dublin Community Games title in the 600m Under 12 at Santry Stadium recently. Katie will now go on to represent Dublin in the National Community Games Finals in Athlone in August.

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Balbriggan Scouts Celebrate 85 Years The 34th/161st Balbriggan Scout Group gathered to celebrate a momentous occasion recently, as they marked 85 years of Scouting in Balbriggan. Group Leader, Eddie Darcy welcomed many scouting friends and guests who attended the Mass in Balbriggan Clubs Community Centre, Dublin Street, Balbriggan. A local mix of Scouts, Beavers, Cubs, Rovers and Girl Guides from Swords, Skerries and Balbriggan were in attendance to remember the founders and present members of the group. The celebrant was Rev Fr Eugene Taaffe assisted by Rev Fr Gerry Byrne, a

former Scout in Balbriggan. Also in attendance was Chief Scout, Michael.J. Shinnick, and the National Secretary, Sean Farrell. The Chief Scout, made the presentations to two Life Long Members, Angela Morgan and Charlie Curtis. Service Awards were also given to members for their long standing time in the scouts: 15 years for David Smith, 25 years for John Parson, 10 years for Mary Harford, and five years for Jonathan Smith, Linda Kilmurry and Karen Clare. They also paid tribute to member Billy Hamilton, who was a scout in the Unit in the 1930s, now in his 93rd year. The celebration marked what was a great day for scouting in Balbriggan. The group would like to extend their thanks to everyone who helped out on the day.

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Scramble For Members By Cathal Boland June 24th is a big day in the EU Parliament’s calendar. Those wishing to form “Groups” must nominate their numbers by then. Each group must have a minimum of twenty five members drawn from across seven individual member states. There is a lot to play for. Each group receives funding, based on the level of membership, to assist their members in undertaking the duties as MEPs. Also the size of the group will determine the speaking order and more importantly, positions and chairs of committee. The EPP of which Fine Gael are members is still the largest group in the assembly. The SPD retain the second spot, to which Labour with no Irish MEPs are affiliated. It appears that the Alde Group of which Fianna Fail are members will move from the third largest group to fourth as the conservative grouping attract new national members and edge ahead. This change in rankings will not only have an impact on the internal

workings of the parliament, but may also ultimately play out in the shape and direction of the new commission and some of the key appointments which have yet to be made there. The jockeying for the top job as President of the Commission continues. There is a real battle playing out between parliament and the national governments as to who will be appointed. Juncker the EPP’s Spitzenkandidat (lead candidate) is seen by many as stale and too fixed in his ways to respond to a changing EU. It is said he favours continued centralisation of control and further expansion of the EU. To succeed in his current goal, he may have to commit to a some very real reforms and curtailment of his present budgetary policies. Once nominated, parliament will embrace him irrespective of policy as they will have won the day. The MEP’s will have triumphed, they have pushed the agenda that the Spitzenkandidat of the largest party should automatically be the nominee for the post. On examination of the MEPs elected the message from across Europe is loosen the purse strings, get money circulating, create employment and improve economic prosperity for the masses. So it seems your vote really did matter.

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Rush and District Horticultural Society would like to thank all who supported, donated and helped at this year’s plants sale. It was a great success and the proceeds will go to running this years show which is on Saturday, 12th July in St. Maur’s GAA in Rush. Book your place in this years show book in Rush Library or in the community centre.

Irish Music Classes Balbriggan Branch of Cómhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann tin whistle and dancing classes run every Wednesday in Glebe North FC, Clubhouse Market Green. There will be tin whistle from 7.00pm to 8.30pm, followed by adult dancing from 8.30pm to 10 pm.

The Six Nations Trophy paid a visit to O2 on Main Street, Swords recently. Pictured holding the famous trophy aloft, are Tony Lambert, CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber and O2 staff member, Jan Przylucki

Flavours Of Fingal Show To Be Bigget Yet The countdown has started for the 2014 Flavours of Fingal County Show, which takes places on the 28th and 29th June in Newbridge House and Farm, Donabate.

By Patrick Finnegan This two day event will again host a mix of action packed foodie and farming attractions including; food stalls boasting locally produced delicacies, craft and baking demos. Attendees will this year get the chance to try their hand at sheep shearing and to witness geese herding first hand. The County Leader spoke exclusively with one of the people responsible for this annual show, Padraic McMahon, a local farmer and exhibitor from Fieldstown, beyond Rolestown. Looking forward to the show, he said, “A few years ago, a group of farmers in the local area came together, initially as a purchasing group, but we also decided that it would be great to let consumers know that there is farming going on in North County Dublin. We decided that the best way to inform people about this, was to have an agricultural show, as we were one of the only counties, not to have it’s own agricultural show.” The group then had a meeting with the County Council, and this was the genesis of the now very popular Flavours of Fingal show, which is now in it’s third year. Padraic explained, “It’s a mixture of food, cattle, sheep, equestrian, poultry and this year, we have involved a number of schools in an art competition, as well as a baking competition, which is open to anyone to enter,” he explained. The show is now getting bigger and

better each year, which delighted Padraic. “The first year we were novices, but it has now developed into a real country show. On Saturday, there will be a lot of pedigree cattle, as well as sheep, while Sunday will see young people bringing their animals to the show. Padraic runs his farm along with his wife, Bríd, and they sell lamb and turkeys directly to the consumer. He ended by saying, “We expect this to be the biggest show yet, but it all

Local farmer, Padraic McMahon and his wife Bríd are pictured on their farm at Fieldstown.

depends on the weather. This show will highlight the wonderful products that the North County has to offer, and we are delighted to be in a position to showcase this to the people of the area, who may not know too much about agriculture, and it’s importance. We look forward to emphasising the difference between urban and rural Fingal,” he concluded.

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Dublin Airport Welcomes Newfoundland Service Dublin Airport has welcomed the arrival of WestJet and its new service to St. John’s, Newfoundland in Canada. The launch of WestJet’s new flight to St. John’s Newfoundland, means that Dublin Airport now has up to four daily flights over the summer to three separate Canadian cities, which will make this year the busiest year ever for travel between Ireland and Canada.

“We are delighted to welcome WestJet’s first direct flight from St. John’s to Dublin,” said Kevin Toland, Chief Executive of the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA). “This is WestJet’s first transatlantic service, so we’re welcoming them to Europe, as well as to Ireland,” he added. “Given the strong connections between Ireland and Newfoundland, and the trade between Ireland and Canada, I

have no doubt that the new route will be very popular on both sides of the Atlantic for business and leisure passengers,” Toland said. The journey time between Dublin and St John’s is four hours 15 minutes and WestJet is operating the new route with a Boeing 737 aircraft which seats 136 passengers. As well as strong historical links, Canada and Ireland are also inter-twinned through business, with significant trade between the two. More than 60 Irish companies are based in Canada and about 80 Canadian companies are located in Ireland.

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Lusk Group Confident Waste Plant Will Be Defeated

Fourth Green Flag Awarded To Swords School

The community response to the proposed Anaerobic Digester Waste Treatment facility at Regeens Lusk, has been emphatic and unequivocal, according to a spokesperson from Lusk Still Fighting Waste; the community group formed to oppose the development. “More than 626 people lodged an objection, the largest number of objectors the County Council has ever received to a single planning application,” said a spokesperson for the group. “Individuals, local farmers, local business people, community groups, public representatives, county councillors and TDs (including Minister for Health, James Reilly and local TD, Alan Farrell (FG)), have all voiced their opposition to the proposed plant.” The County Council will make a formal decision on the planning application within the next few weeks. The spokesperson for Lusk Still Fighting Waste declared the group is confident that planning officials in the Council will recognise the “unsuitability of the proposed site, will acknowledge the concerns of the community on the impact it would have on the extended local area, and will, in the final analysis, refuse permission.”

The staff and pupils at Gaelscoil Bhrian Boroimhe in Swords were very excited to be raising their 4th Green flag last week, with local Councillor Darragh Butler (FF), representing the County Mayor at the ceremony. Niamh Ní Ghrifín from the green schools committee told the County Leader about the hard work that went in to receiving their flag: “We were awarded this flag during a lovely celebration held by An Taisce in the Helix and are extremely proud of this achievement,” she said,

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happily. “We have held regular events such as ‘Bling your Bike’, daily travel surveys, ‘Design a Helmet’ events, art competitions, eco shoe competitions, ‘Golden Boot’ awards, road safety lessons, thematic walks to school, National Walk to School Week and much more.” “Just last week, we participated in a national Cycle to School day,” she continued. “Over 100 children cycled to school with their parents and many more decided to walk. We would like to thank Sandra Pokrant, An Tasice’s Green schools travel education officer, for all her help during the last two years. A very special thanks has to go to the children’s parents and the staff of Gaelscoil Bhrian Boroimhe, who have helped run and participated in each of these events (no matter what the weather), as well as the County Council for all their support,” Niamh concluded.

Pictured at the raising of the fourth Green Flag at Gaelscoil Bhrian Boroimhe, Swords on Thursday, 19th June last, are Green School committee members, David White, Finn Masterson, Aoife Farrell and Charlotte Hunter, with acting County Mayor, Darragh Butler

Imminent Closure Of Local Courthouses

Pictured here is Club Secretary of Swords Lions Marion Conneely, being presented with the Alan Bracklebank Trophy by Maurice Kealy (Club President).

Annual Fundraising Night For Swords Lions Swords and District Lions Club recently held its annual fundraising dinner night in Masterson’s Steakhouse in Swords. Funds raised help towards the club’s local projects, including BASE in Brackenstown, the co-located Fingal Counselling Service (FCS) and Fingal Bereaved by Suicide Support Service, Message in a Bottle - Emergency Information System and Senior Citizens Holiday in Trabolgan. The club is best known for its Christmas Food Appeal at local supermarkets. The annual Lion of the Year Award was presented to Marion Conneely, Club Secretary, who becomes the Lions Vice District Governor this July. In July 2015, she will become the first female District Governor for Lions Clubs in Ireland. The trophy is named in honour of Alan Brocklebank, a founder member, who passed away some years ago and was a well known optician in Swords. Two new members, Sean Quigley and Aisling Kenny were presented with their Lions Badges by Maurice Kealy (Club President). The club would like to thank Robbie Masterson and his excellent staff for the superb food and service, and helping to make for a most enjoyable night. The club always welcomes new members, and they meet on the second Monday and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8pm in the Maldron Airport Hotel.

The fear that the Courthouses in Swords and Balbriggan would be closed, as a cost cutting exercise, looks likely to become a reality. Should this happen, it will leave the North County without a court service, in what is the fastest growing population area in the entire Dublin region. What is even worse, is the fact that all court cases will now be conducted in Blanchardstown, where there is no public transport link from Balbriggan. At least, the city centre has a direct bus and train service from Balbriggan, as well as a bus service from Swords. The fact that the Swords and Balbriggan courthouses would be forced to close, would be an enormous blow to the communities in the North County. Many believe that it is absolutely outrageous that

staff would be expected to be reassigned an travel lengthy distances to access their jobs, and it is a great inconvenience to residents in the North County, to have to undertake substantial travel in order to

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access court services which have long operated in our communities. The Courts Service, during 2013, undertook a review of court services. in the greater Dublin Area, which included Swords and

Balbriggan. The purpose of the review was to examine options to ensure that the Courts Service can continue to maintain an appropriate level of front line services to court users throughout Dublin city and county. This however, does not take into consideration the plight of local residents, who may have sensitive family law cases pending, or who rely on the protection of the courts in cases where barring orders are necessary, and where urgent action is needed. The upshot of this, is that it will necessitate taking two bus journeys to get to Blanchardstown, which will cause unnecessary financial and emotional strain on local families. This amounts to another reduction in the level of services in an area, where the exact opposite is needed.

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Three Cups Lifted For Lusk United Lusk United would like to say a huge congratulations to three of their teams, after winning the cup competitions at their respective age level. The Under 9’s, managed by Trevor Russell, won the NDSL Dublin Port Cup beating Sportslink/Woodlawn in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1. Natasha Doyle’s Under 13’s beat Swords Celtic 3-1 to claim the NDSL Irish Rail Cup. Finally, the Senior team, managed by Aidan Wyer and Scott Learmounth, were crowned the Frank Roe Cup champions after a thrilling match, which saw them beat Belgard Athletic 4-2.

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With the long aaited banking inquiry finally going ahead, we asked: ‘Has democracy been damaged by the Taoiseach’ interference in the make up of the banking inquiry membership?’

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Barry Burke, Lusk Yes I do actually, I think he should have just left it. I think he’s just trying get something out of it just for himself and the rest of them, instead of looking after the people who are suffering. I don’t think he’s going about it the right way.

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Aiden Arnold, Lusk In the long term, it hasn’t done them any good anyway. The government haven’t exactly shone through the whole incident. I think it shows us what they’ve done in a way, and our politicians can’t get much further than thinking where they’re going to score the next point.

Frank Kinsella, Swords I do absolutely yeah. It’s no longer a free inquiry to what happened to the banks. He’s to busy making it government policy, and putting his own slant on it. So we won’t get the truth.

Philip Lynch, Swords No. I think he’s right to add more of his own on the membership. Because it was Fianna Fáil’s mistake, they made a mess of things. So I don’t have a problem with it at all.

Paul Redmond, Swords Yes. The whole system needs to be changed, it’s corrupt. It shows just how it can all be orchestrated, when you get a committee that’s investigating fraud and corruption, and he can just put his own two people on it, it’s controlled. An investigation should be open and transparent.

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Malahide Musical and Dramatic Society (MMDS) are currently taking a well earned break over the summer, but will be back in action again in September/early October. They will be seeking new members over 18 years old. The newly elected committee will then decide on their next production. They will also be seeking new members to help back stage/behind the scenes and especially anyone interested in set building or design or costumes. There are no auditions to join MMDS and once you join, you are automatically part of the ‘chorus’. Auditions are held for leading roles. The group hope to see plenty of new faces in September.

Outdoor Water Safety Week In Skerries Skerries outdoor Water Safety Week will take place on Sunday 27th July to Saturday, 2nd August. Registration for the event takes place 1st to 11th July. There will be Swimming and Lifesaving lessons for ages 4-18.

Ann Marie Doran, Swords Yes. If they’re going to finally bother doing an inquiry this late into it, the least it has to be is independent.

John O’Sullivan, Cork What he’s claiming to do is re-establish the balance that the government have on the inquiry. It looks like they didn’t manage themselves correctly, and didn’t have the correct members to be able to cover the holes. So it look like they’ve messed up and now are trying to recover the situation using underhand tactics.

Patrick O’Brien, Swords Absolutely yes. He’s made a mess of it. They’re trying to dictate what the outcome will be. I now have even less faith than I did have in the government before, he’s an incompetent fool.

Marian Walker, Swords No I think everyone should be included. We got into this mess with the last government so no I think everything’s grand.

Anna Grobrer, Swords Yeah I do, because I think the inquiry should be independent, it seems like his intentions are biased.

Marie O’Reilly, Swords Yes I think it is. I just don’t think the government are doing enough at the moment.

Laurence Corcoran, Swords No because it was always predestined anyway. There was always going to be a majority and there was always going to be the right outcome for the system, so we’re never going to get the full truth, but we’re going to get what we consider to be the truth.

Al O’Neill, Swords No. I don’t think it has been damaged at all. It’s his job to be doing what he’s doing in my opinion, and this is what he should be doing. If more people went out there and do what he’s been doing, the place wouldn’t be in the state it’s in.

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Council Launches New App The County Council has always been fully committed towards citizen focused government and open decision-making, and as part of this commitment to delivery of e-Government services, they pleased to announce the launch of the Mod.Gov App. The Mod.Gov app ensures that you always have the latest publication of agendas and minutes of any council and committee meetings held by the County Council. You can specify the committees of interest and the app will then automatically keep itself updated with all of the latest meeting publications. The app also allows you to highlight sections of the agenda or minutes and make annotations, just as you would with a paper copy. Chief Executive, Fingal County Council, Paul Reid and County Mayor, Mags Murray have been busy encouraging the use of the Mod.Gov app by the newly elected local councillors. Reid told the County Leader: “This app is a great initiative, allowing the public to easily access and follow

New Artist Exhibition In Naul Local artist, Maura Taylor Buckley is bringing a special collection of her works to The Easter Snow Gallery at The Séamus Ennis Arts centre In Naul for July and August. The exhibition launches on Saturday July 5th to friends and members of the centre and will open to the public from 6th July. Admission is free and the exhibition is open daily. Since opening in March, The Easter Snow Gallery has exhibited works from James English RHA, and Jim Pictured here is County Council Cheif Excecutive, Paul Reid with County Mayor, Mags Murray at the launch of the new Mod.Gov app by the County Council.

council minutes and meeting documents, and gain greater insight into the workings of the local authority process.” The app can be downloaded for free on both Apple and Android devices including phones and tablets. The County Council will still continue to publish agendas and minutes of all council and committee meetings on their website.

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Kilgarriff and received a great reception from local art lovers. With more exhibitions planned for the coming months, the County Council supported venue has already firmly established a tradition of making the best of Irish art available to the public. Maura Taylor Buckley is very well known among art lovers. She exhibits frequently in Ireland, regularly at the RHA Annual Exhibition and her work is in private collec-

tions all over the world. Having studied at NCAD under the tuition of Professor Romain, Maura finds inspiration from various sources. Her pen and ink cityscapes capture Georgian Dublin and her landscapes and seascapes portray the coastlines of the North County, Portrane in particular. She is perhaps best known for her still life works in oil. Taking inspiration from Vermeer and Chardin, she uses rich colours to add life and dimension to her paintings, and makes them highly sought after pieces in auction houses all over Ireland.

The Senior Citizen Centre in Swords always has a vast array of entertaining and significant events and activities for its members. Every week they have games such as bingo, bridge and darts; arts and crafts, for example knitting, card and jewellery making; a music

recital featuring a range of music from classical to jazz and a weekly keep-fit session. Men’s bowls is on every Friday night at 8.00pm.They also partake in an annual memorial service for any loved ones lost each year and are regularly involved in supporting charities and putting on fundraisers. If you are 55 or older, you are welcome to drop in any time for a tea or coffee for a chat, and to ask for any more information.

The thought of needing a solicitor can sound very serious indeed, and can fill most people with trepidation. However, usually solicitors are the complete opposite. In most cases, they make dealing with a legal matter simple, and much easier than dealing with it alone. Solicitors are trained professionals to help you with any legal case, no matter how complicated or confusing. Sometimes, law firms may be specified to deal with certain cases, and if it’s not what you require, they may be able to advise you about which firm can help you. Going through a solicitor to help you with your case can offer so much help and support, and save you from any complications and inconveniences further down the line. There may be a slight fee, sometimes these costs

can be estimated and explained to you over the phone. However, in the end you will find the benefits outweigh the costs in terms of future expenses, time and hassle. Usually, with personal injury claims, you may find some solicitors work on what they call a ‘no win, no fee’ basis, where they won’t charge you for your case, unless you win. Certain things are good for the internet, but definitely not the law. Legal matters are lengthy and complex to deal with, so it’s best to head straight to the professionals. So for any DIY people out there, we suggest if you’re looking for someone to represent you in a dispute, property sales, or with your will, meeting with your local solicitor is your best chance of ensuring the matter is dealt with properly.

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maintenance, and upkeep of social housing in each estate, for example, would be identified as areas which would be tackled by this funding,” Butler explained. “The scheme would enable local Resident committees across Swords and the North County to Swords councillor, Darragh Butler apply for funding to outline the key (FF), has proposed a new financing issues in their area which need to plan incorporating some of the be tackled. It would include the funds from the Local Property Tax likely cost, the proposed suppliers subject to a tender process (LPT). He maintains that and the feedback from local residential estates in local residents on why they Swords and around the want these issues North County, should be tackled.” “The North provided with new funding County has one of the over the next five years to highest LPT compliance tackle local issues. He rates in the country and as explained his proposal in a result, we should see a greater detail to the County Cllr. Butler greater pay-back and Leader: “The plan would essentially ring reward to local residents as a fence up to 10 per cent of the total result of this,” he continued. “It is Property Tax paid in each estate or supposed to be a “Local” Property road for essential works that are Tax after all, so we want to see it required in each area. Key local being spent locally and benefiting issues such as poor lighting, local communities where it is removing prominent graffiti, raised, which was the original addressing potholes and road promise,” Butler concluded.

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Dublin Airport On the Up Almost two million passengers travelled through Dublin Airport last month, a seven per cent increase over the same month last year. Almost 1.1 million passengers travelled to and from continental Europe in May, a three per cent increase compared to last year. UK traffic recorded an increase of nine per cent, with almost 665,000 passengers travelling

in May. Passenger volumes to and from North America rose by 18 per cent, with almost 207,000 passengers travelling on transatlantic routes last month. Other international traffic, which includes flights to the Middle East, increased by 19 per cent in May, with over 46,000 passengers travelling these routes during the month. More than

6,500 passengers travelled on domestic routes last month, a 16 per cent increase on May 2013. Generally traffic to Dublin Airport is on the up, as Dublin Airport has handled almost eight million passengers in the first five months of this year, a seven per cent increase on the same period in 2013. Meanwhile, National Geographic opened

its first Irish store on the shopping street in The Loop, at Dublin Airport’s Terminal 1 this week. The colourful store features a wide range of National Geographic’s awardwinning books and magazines as well stationery, maps globes, luggage, clothing, accessories and children’s products. “The National Geographic Society has been inspiring people to care about the planet for over

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Newman Praise For New Swords Signs Swords councillor, Joe Newman (NP) has praised the County Council for updating it’s new signage at the approach roundabouts in Swords. He told the County Leader, “The previous green signs at the Pinnock Hill, Malahide Road and Estuary roundabouts had become dilapidated and hard to read for tourists. The new signs are bright and clear and will be of great help for tourists and locals alike. They will also act as a source of pride for local residents. The Council have also done a great job in putting colourful plants here, which will brighten up the place no end. Newman also congratulated Swords Tidy Towns volunteers, who are out every evening and at weekends, making sure that the area

Rush Taekwon-Do School’s Success In National Tournament A number of Rush Taekwon-Do school members competed successfully at the national ‘Master Douglas Taekwon-Do School’ (MDTS) tournament on Saturday, 14th June last in Stepaside.

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looks great, as they continue the wonderful work of their late chairperson, Des Becton. They have a heavy workload in ensuring that Swords continues to progress each year in the Tidy Towns competition, with the result that they are constantly looking for extra volunteers. So, if anybody has any extra time on their hands, they would be delighted to hear from you,” he concluded. The event featured over 200 junior and senior colour belt INTA members, competing in patterns, sparring and special techniques. Discussing the event, Master Val Douglas, 8th Degree Black Belt said: “This was our inaugural tournament and I was delighted with the number of competitors and the quality on display. Hopefully, we can push on from here and turn it into an annual event and I’d like to congratulate all the competitors who participated,” he said.

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Pictured here is Deputy County Mayor Ted Leddy and County Council Chief Executive, Paul Reid with students from Swords Youth Service at their recent exibition.

Special Community Exhibition In Swords Last Wednesday saw the County Council offices in Swords host a very special presentation. The North Dublin City and County Regional Drugs Task Force has been working with some 50 young people in the Swords area and artist John Duggan to create the exhibition, which was entitled: ‘All That’s Good in Our Community.’ Much preparation and effort went into the

work of the exhibition, which took three months to put together, which culminated in this special event at the Council’s Head Office. In attendance were representatives of The North Dublin City and County Regional Drugs and Alcohol Task Force, senior members of An Garda Síochána, Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board, Crosscare, and Swords/Baldoyle Youth Services. Deputy

Mayor, Councillor Ted Leddy and County Council Chief Executive, Paul Reid. Manager of Swords/Baldoyle Youth Services Michael Daly, spoke to the County Leader: “This is a great event for us and a great, positive achievement for all the young people who took part. We’re proud of them and they can be very proud of themselves for all their hard work and artistic endeavours. It’s brilliant,” he said.

Closing Date Approaching For Young Entrepreneur Competition With less than two weeks remaining, applications are still open to compete for the title of Fingal’s Best Young Entrepreneur, and share of the €2 million prize fund. The competition is running throughout the North County, and the winner is set to go on to compete for the title of Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur. Organisers for the local competition are seeking entrepreneurs, aged 30 or under, from all around the locality who have an outstanding business idea, or possibly an existing one already. Winners of the contest then go on to regionals, culminating in a national competition. There are three categories of entry, best new idea, best start up business and best established business with new add on. This is an amazing opportunity for some of our budding entrepreneurs to have a head start in their business career. So if you think you have a great business or idea for one, send your applications to www.ibye.ie. Closing dates for applications is 30th June.

Pictured enjoying the scorching weather on Wednesday last at South Strand Skerries, are Niamh Matthews, Keeva Matthews, Saoirse Gaynor, Andreas Manesis, Jorgie Dardus, Lyla Dardus, Suzanne Manesis, Claire Matthews and Stephen Manesis

No Reduction In Special Needs Assistants For Local Schools - Farrell Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG), has stated that he is pleased with the confirmation by Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn that the number of Special Needs Assistants in schools around the North County will not be reduced. “Minister Quinn has confirmed that this is no question of reduction the number of Special Needs Assistants in our school system,” Farrell told the County Leader. “In fact, the current Government has maintained and increased the resources which are spent on children with special needs. As part of this, we have increased the number of Special Needs Assistants in

schools to the highest level yet, and another 390 positions were announced last December.” “I wish to clarify that Special Needs Assistants will not be removed from local students who need their help at any level in the local school system. They will be available from junior infants through until the completion of secondary school,” he continued. “A recent circular from the Department of Education on the Special Needs Assistants scheme has, in some cases, been misinterpreted, so the Department has tasked the National Council for Special Education with developing a booklet for parents, outlining the provisions of the recent circular which will answer any questions which parents may have and put their fears to rest,” Farrell concluded.

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Lol, the monthly comedy club at The Séamus Ennis Centre, is continuing its run of bringing top class comedians to the North County venue. The news that PJ Gallagher is headlining the event on Friday June 27th, joined by Republic of Telly’s Kevin Mc Gahern, is sure to generate great interest in the event.

Rás Organiser Praises Skerries Crowds It wasn’t long ago that the peloton worked their way to the final stage finish of the An Post Rás in Skerries. Race organiser, Tony Campbell has delivered a message of “thanks” for the overwhelming support that the riders received along the route, and in Skerries town. “The support that the race receives in Skerries, is nothing short of phenomenal. As soon as the riders enter Skerries there are crowds and crowds of people just cheering them on and it gives them such a lift after a long eight days in the saddle.

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Every year I tell the teams and the riders, ‘wait until you see Skerries’ and the locals never disappoint. I’d just like to thank the Skerries locals and all the organisers and volunteers for doing such a wonderful job. They really made it an incredible final stage,” he told the County Leader. After eight gruelling days around Ireland of top class racing, it was the shy, unassuming Austrian rider, Clemens Fankhauser who took the honour of being crowned 2014 An Post Rás champion. Fankhauser was also full of praise for the Skerries crowd who turned out to cheer on the peloton. “The atmosphere in Skerries for the final stage was amazing. I have raced all over the world, but I don’t think anything compares to the reception I received when I lifted the trophy,” he said.

PJ is best known from his appearances on Naked Camera, RTE’s hidden camera show, in which his characters, Jake Stevens and ‘Dirty Aul Wan’ confused and bemused the subject of his attentions, much to the delight of viewers. A seasoned performer on the live circuit, PJ regularly sells out shows wherever he plays. He will be joined by Kevin McGahern, the newest recruit on RTE’s satirical weekly show, ‘Republic of Telly’. Kevin is currently on a comedy tour of Ireland with ‘Lads of Comedy’ along with Ronan Grace (RTE New Comedy awards) who is also appearing on the night. The show will be MC’d as usual by Gearoid Farrelly, who will be setting the pace with his own brand of irreverent humour.

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Car Seat Safety Experts In Lusk Parents from around the North County are being urged to have their child’s car seat checked as research from the Road Safety Authority (RSA) shows that three out of four child car seats are incorrectly fitted. The purpose of the ‘Check it Fits’ Service is to check child car seats and restraints and to show parents, grandparents and guardians how to make sure their child is safe in the car. If a child car seat isn’t fitted correctly, it could lead to a serious or fatal injury in the event of a collision, and so incorrectly fitted child car seats are a significant cause for concern for parents, grandparents and guardians who travel with children. To highlight the issue of child safety in cars around the locality, the service team of child car seat installation experts will check child

car seats and restraints to ensure they are correctly fitted in Supervalu in Lusk on Saturday, 12th July from 10am to 5.30pm. If your child’s car seat or restraint is incorrectly fitted, they will advise on how to fix the problem, demonstrate how to fit the restraint correctly and answer any queries participants might have. The whole process shouldn’t take more than 10-15 minutes, is completely free of charge, and will give parents and guardians the peace of mind that their child is safe and secure in your car. Commenting on the upcoming ‘Check it Fits’ Service visit to Lusk, Moyagh Murdock, CEO, RSA said: “This service will help to keep our youngest and most vulnerable road users safe on our roads. It is really important that parents, grandparents and guardians are aware that their child car restraints may currently be ineffective in preventing serious injury or death simply because they are not fitted correctly.”

While you can’t stop thinking this week, try to suspend making judgements until after Wednesday - and use the time to explore all options. Others may complain, but now is the time to think of yourself first.

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Pictured at the Dublin Community Games Athletics finals at Morton Stadium, Santry on Sunday, 15th June last are, Maureen Quinlan (Dublin Community Games), Maura Cassidy (DAA), Acting County Mayor, Councillor Darragh Butler, Cllr Tony Murphy and Siobhan White (Dublin Community Games, Balbriggan)

Farrell Welcomes Changes To Garda Penalty System Local TD and Member of the Oireachtas Committee for Justice, Equality and Defence, Alan Farrell (FG), has welcomed changes to the operation of the Garda Fixed Charge Penalty System (FCPS). “Changes announced to the FCPS not only make life easier for the general public, but they also shed a bright light on an important Garda process, in turn restoring confidence in Garda operations. “These changes mean that the system will be centralised at the Fixed Charge Processing Office in Thurles, a clear guide on how the

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system works will be available online, cancellation requests can be made on a form accessible from the Garda website and there will be regular audits,” he told the County Leader. “The FCPS is a system that affects a huge number of people around the North County and beyond. It is probably the most common way most of us interact with an Garda Síochana and so it is vital that all communication is clear and transparent.” “On-going changes are being made following the Garda Inspectorate’s report into the FCPS to improve the effectiveness and transparency of the process. The changes announced are undoubtedly a positive step forward,” Farrell concluded.

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Back To School Clothing Allowance Available Local deputy, Alan Farrell (FG) has encouraged parents to apply for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance, which opened this week for online applications. He told the County Leader, “Back to school time each year can place extra pressure on families who are already struggling to make ends meet. The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance helps with the large costs of preparing children for their return to school. It can ease the levels of stress that parents often face at this time by meeting the cost of uniforms and school shoes.”

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Call To Nominate Local Pharmacists For Award Healthcare software solutions company, Helix Health - which sponsors the annual Pharmacist Awards are calling on the people of the North County to nominate local pharmacists in the ‘Patient Nominated’ category ahead of the 2014 Pharmacist Awards. The call for North County residents to nominate their local pharmacists comes as the results of a recent survey were released, which focused on the issues concerning pharmacists throughout the country. The results revealed that 86 per cent of pharmacists surveyed believe government cutbacks have directly impacted on their ability to look after patients. Commenting on the results, David Graham from Helix Health, said: “The

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Recent published deaths from the North County O’GORMAN William (Willie) (Balbriggan & formerly Skerries), suddenly in Blanchardstown Hospital. Sadly missed by his beloved son Jeremiah, his loving mother Hannah, brothers Paddy, Noel, Gerry, Raymond, Cornelius, Peter and Stephen, sisters Karen, Hannah, Kathy, Helen and Teresa, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. CORRY, Thelma (nee Rogers) (Portmarnock, Co. Dublin), 17th June 2014 (peacefully) in the wonderful care of the staff in the Bon Secours Hospital. She will be very sadly missed by her loving husband Gerard, daughter Sarah, sons Andrew and Richard, son-in-law Colin, daughtersin-law Johanna and Sara, grandchildren Aaron, Harry, James, Sophia, Isabella and Amelia, brother Gregory, cousin Ursula , brothers-in-law, sistersin-law, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. MONKS Therese, (Roseville Apts., Henry Street, Newbridge, Kildare/ Garristown, Dublin) June 16th 2014, peacefully after a long illness at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin. Therese (Tess) wife of the late Bill, sadly missed by her loving sons and daughters, grandchildren, sister Ann, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. WALKER (Balbriggan and late of Malahide and Dublin Bus) une 15th 2014, suddenly at home, Vincent (Vinnie) sadly missed by his loving family, wife Bridget, son, daughter, brother, sister, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

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FITZPATRICK, James (Jim) (Pine Grove Park, Swords, Co. Dublin and formerly of Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow) June 13th, 2014, (suddenly) at the Blackrock Clinic, beloved husband of the late Margaret and father of the late Bernie; deeply regretted by his sons and daughters, Christine, Mary, Christy, Michael, Imelda, Kay, June and Carol, his much loved 13 grandchildren, sons-inlaw, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, wonderful neighbours, dear friends and his faithful dog Beau. Rest in peace. RUSSELL (Curran Park, Balbriggan) The death has occured peacefully in Beaumont Hospital of Patrick (Pat) Russell father of the late Oliver Russell, sadly missed by his loving wife Claire, children Catherine, Stephanie, Franny, Brendan and Gillian, son-in-law Michael, daughter-in-law Michele, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.

Fingal County Council Planning Permission sought by The Arabian Gymnastics Club for a single storey extension of 232 sq.m. to the existing gymnastics club, including all site development works associated with the development, at Unit 5B Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Dublin 13. 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 (Fingal Co. Co., County Hall, Main Street, Swords, between the hours of 9.30 and 15.30, from Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), 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 (â≠¬20) within the period of five 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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Fingal County Council We; Fonsie and Mary Mudoon wish to apply for Permission for change of Use from Garage to Playschool use with new toilet and new window to former garage door of area 21m2, and removal of existing playroom of area 11.3m2 to new playroom in former garage and the reversion of the existing playroom to domestic use, resulting in a net increase of playschool area from 28.5 m2 to 38m2 at 160 Ardilaun, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin. An established residential Playschool. 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

Fingal County Council Permission is sought for the demolition of existing cold store & the construction of a kitchen extension & a replacement enlarged cold store to the rear of the building, minor internal alterations, new wider window to rear elevation at 1st floor level & a glazed canopy over the existing courtyard to the rear at “Seasons”, 11 Strand Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin for Mel Connors. This building is located within an Architectural Conservation Area. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the

Fingal County Council I, Grattan O’Hagan intend to apply for Permission for development at Lands located North of Balscadden House, Balscadden , Co. Dublin. The development will consist of: Change of housetype previously granted planning permission on Site B under planning ref. no. F13A/0250 and associated site development 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. Signed: P. Herr & Associates, 2 Jocelyn Place, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Tel. 042-9330019. E-mail info@pherr.ie.

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24.06.2014 planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (20 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council WE Valerie and Neil O’Keeffe are Apply For Permission at 11 South Strand Skerries Co Dublin For the demolition of existing porch area to the front and the construction of a 2 story bay window unit and single story glazed porch area. Together with raising of existing ridge by height by approx 450 mm , construction of dormer unit to front roof area and 1 no. velux type window. Construction of 1 number dormer unit to extended rear roof area and 2 number velux type windows to provide attic level accommodation, proposed extension to first floor bedrooms at rear. Alterations to existing windows openings and facades together with proposed single story development of kitchen and dining room and associated works in rear garden 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 (€20.00) 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 is sought by F. Ryan for alterations and extension to side of bungalow at Dublin Road, Lusk, Co. Dublin. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee 20 euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is sought by S. Kinsella for alterations and extension to dwelling to include dormer windows at first floor level on front elevation at Racecourse Common, Lusk, Co. Dublin. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee 20 euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Application for Full Planning Permission for Alison Hand at Haddington, New Road, Corballis, Donabate. For Alterations to front elevation of existing dwelling. This application may be inspected /purchased between 9.30am-3.30pm, monday-friday, at the offices of Fingal Co. Co., County Hall, Main St., Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal Co.Co. of the application. Signed Alison Hand.

Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for a new two storey extension to the side & rear of existing two-storey dwellinghouse along with associated siteworks at No.34 Pinewood Green Avenue, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Signed:- Ann Wilde 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 MondayFriday. 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.

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