North County Leader - 23rd September 2014 by sean fitzmaurice

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Outrage At Lack Of Special Needs Supports Local Fianna Fáil senator, Darragh O’Brien has described as “utterly disgraceful” the lack of any early intervention team in North Dublin, to provide key assessments and supports for children with special needs and disabilities.

By Patrick Finnegan O’Brien told the County Leader, “Early intervention teams are set Rights, and they cannot even get up for the very reason that a child, the basics right, which are, that if a who may be displaying signs of child needs assistance, the only special needs, gets assistance in way you can find out what assissome way. “Thousands of children tance is needed, is through assessare languishing on waiting lists, ment, under the Early Intervention while many more can’t even get on team. They can look across agena list for an assessment of the cies to see what help is needed. supports they require for disabili- This service is not available in the ties or special educational needs. North County, and I think it’s a This is an issue that must be scandal,” said O’Brien. tackled urgently. It’s a scandal He then turned his ire on local that there are no Early Intervention politicians, who are responsible for teams, not only in North County the welfare of our most vulnerable Dublin, but in the whole of Dublin. citizens. “Funding has not been “A total of 2,558 children were on forthcoming to the HSE, and we waiting lists across North County had a Minister for Health, who is Dublin alone for an initial assess- now the Minister for Children, who ment for Speech and Language is fully aware of the problem, yet Therapy at the nothing has end of last year. The Government been done in the That’s over past three-andshamefully closed these 2,500 families a-half years, to waiting lists for new that are affected rectify this situchildren two years ago - but these ation. “North figures mask County Dublin the true extent of the problem. has senior Cabinet representation. The Government shamefully closed Minister James Reilly failed to take these waiting lists for new children any action to advance the case for two years ago, so many more are in Early Intervention teams, while he need now in the North County, and was in charge of the HSE, and now, across the capital,” fumed O’Brien. as Minister for Children, he has a He continued, “I’m dealing with huge responsibility to deliver real distraught families from all over change for these children,” he the North County, who are trying to fumed. get their children private assess- “We have three Government TD’s, ments, which is very expensive, including the minister in this area, and many cannot afford this. One and we now have a situation, of the charities that I’m involved where we neglect the very group of with, the Laura Brennan Trust is people who need our assistance funding many of these children for the most. These people need a assessment. They are, effectively really good start in life, but we doing the work the State and the have no service for them. It’s an department should be doing.” absolute disgrace.” “We’re all talking about Children’s He is appealing to the Government

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The grandparents of little Molly McNally took the plunge recently, in an effort to raise much needed funds for their granddaughter. The decided to take the Ice Bucket challenge in an effort to raise much needed funds for their granddaughter, who has Stage four Neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer. This was a particularly courageous effort as Mary will be 80 next birthday and Seamie is 93, who both live in Lusk. They call themselves Recycled Teenagers, as they bravely took to the challenge like ducks to water.! Well done to them both for carrying out such a challenge in their senior years. They are asking people to support Molly’s Miracle Trust by texting MOLLY to 57802 and they say a big thank you to all who have already done so. The McNally family in Lusk, with the help of friends and members of the Naul Senior Citizens committee, are holding a ‘Table Quiz’ fundraising night for Molly. This much anticipated event will be held in Murray’s Pub, Lusk (Bottom Shop), on Monday, 6th October. A table of 5 costs €25 and there will be a great raffle, with lots of great prizes on the night. Little Molly is in need of all the support she can get, and people from all over the North County andd beyond, have been magnificent in their support for her. We trust that this night will be another memorable one. Pictured are Mary and Seamie McNally, the grandparents of little Molly McNally. as they bravely took the Ice Bucket Challenge, in an effort to raise much needed funds for their granddaughter.

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Local senator, Darragh O'Brien is pictured outside the HSE Health Centre in Swords

to rectify this problem, in the run up to the budget next month. He pleaded, “As part of the Budget for next year, the Government needs to set out how it intends to clear the waiting lists, allow for new assessments, and then put in place the necessary supports for children. There needs to be a clear decision made to prioritise these children, or the Government runs the risk of their development being seriously and needlessly damaged.” “There is plenty of evidence of the benefits early intervention has for children with special needs and disabilities. This is an essential service that needs to be provided across North County Dublin and I will continue to push the Fine Gael / Labour Government to do the right thing by these children,” he concluded.

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, airport, whilst growing the volume and Paschal Donohoe recently issued directives frequencies on existing routes and it is vital to the Acting Commissioner for Aviation that this continues to support the Regulation, John Spicer. In these directives, Government’s economic development he clearly outlined what the strategy to create more jobs for Government deems as necessary our growing population,” he for the future development of said. Dublin Airport. The directives called for Dublin He emphasised elements of the draft Airport to be an international gateway for National Aviation Policy, which aims to faciliIreland, including as a secondary hub for traffic tate the continued growth and development flows between Europe/Asia and the US. It also of the sector over the coming years. The main calls for the ‘desirability that Dublin Airport thrust of the policy is to ‘enhance Ireland’s should have the terminal and runway facilities connectivity, by ensuring safe, to promote direct international secure and competitive access, air links, to key world markets. responsive to the needs of busiThe North runway is critical for ness, tourism and job creation.’ the development of Dublin Fingal Dublin Chamber of Airport, and Lambert pointed out Commerce warmly welcomed that the current planning the Minister’s directive, and permission is outdated and CEO, Tony Lambert told the must be renewed. “This will County Leader that it is dynamic take a number of years, and we in it’s nature. “Dublin Airport is, must get ready for construction and has been for many years, a to begin within the foreseeable Minister for Transport, major provider of a wide range Tourism and Sport, future. We need that runway in of high quality jobs for large Paschal Donohoe the next two to three years. This numbers of people in the North long runway will allow for larger County and the Dublin City Region, this is aircraft, with extra fuel on board, which will why the Chamber believes that the future be required to enable direct flights to the key growth of Dublin Airport is important for the commercial destinations of India, China and continued economic developSingapore. We need to be able to ment of the region, the Greater fly aircraft non-stop to these Dublin Region and the country as destinations,” he said. a whole. The airport provides the Lambert maintains that “the main international access, not only to Dublin, Airport must be allowed to grow in a planned but to the entire country and it works hard to and well-resourced manner, to take account attract more business and leisure visitors to of the needs of the travelling public and the Ireland.” aviation industry. All actions must put the He continued, “DAA has been innovative in customer at the attracting new routes and airlines to the Continued on page 17

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Susan McCormack was the fourth lucky winner of Millfield Shopping Centre’s Voucher Giveawy. She is pictured here collecting her €50 Tesco Shopping Voucher from Millfield Centre manager, Peter Carey.

Encouraging Signs As Local Jobs Grow Local TD, Alan Farrell (FG), is encouraged by the publication of the CSO’s Quarterly National Household Survey, which shows that employment levels are continuing to increase in the North County and emigration figures are decreasing. “The figures released by the CSO show that 31,600 jobs have been created within the last year, while over 70,000 jobs have been created since the launch of the Action Plan for Jobs in 2012,” Farrell told the County Leader. “I am encouraged by the fact that the majority of jobs being created are full-time as this highlights the sustainability of our economic recovery. Over 8,000 jobs have been created in the Tourism sector over the past year, which is very positive news for the North County,” he explained. “As a prime tourist destination, the North County is in a strong position to benefit from job creation in tourism and hospitality and this position is bolstered by the nine per cent VAT rate for this sector and the abolition of the Air Travel Tax.” “We are ontrack to achieve our goal of creating 100,000 jobs by 2016 and I will continue to work for measures to support SMEs and job creation in the North County,” Farrell concluded.

Brian Lennon, Captain of Beaverstown Golf Club, Donabate is pictured wishing Ryder Cup Captain, Paul McGinley, the very best of luck for the forthcoming Ryder Cup competition later this month.

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carried out in the evenings,” he said. Similarly, Bernard O’Dwyer from MCS Carpets spoke of the lack of accountability and respect shown by the Council. He said, By Patrick Finnegan “I opened here in 1990, and this problem remember. This needs to be resolved as has been ongoing on a regular basis since soon as possible. Businesses here need then, maybe three to four times a year. We assurance that this had a meeting with the problem will be sorted local authority in 2006, for once and for all,” when they closed the road, he said. Brian O’Leary, and they promised that who is proprietor of when the road was closed Dublin Meat Company then, it would be the last told the County time. But I found out Leader, “This will have subsequently that it was a disastrous effect on not the water mains they our business. With the repaired - it was the road closed, there is sewers.” no vehicular access to “I may as well close for the the shops here from duration of the works, Swords village. I will because customers will not have to put staff on a Pictured are Bernard O'Dwyer, proprietor bother to come here. The three day week for the of MCS Carpets on Forest Road in Swords, Council needs to put signs duration of the road and local councillor, Joe Newman up, not just ‘Local Access’ closure. Saying that signs, but signs saying that the County Council don’t give a damn about local businesses are open as usual. Anytime us, is an understatement. They subthis section of road is closed, business contracted the work, which should be dies,” he said.

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Pictured at Ring Commons Sports Ground, as they get ready to take part in he Horse and Carriage Charity Run in aid of Temple Street Hospital, are organiser, Garreth O'Byrne and his children, Darragh and Katie O'Byrne, with Dolly the horse.

Horse And Carriage Drive For Temple Street A unique charity fundraiser was held along the roads of the North County, on Saturday, 13th September last, all in aid of the High Dependency Unit at Temple Street Children’s Hospital. The event was a Horse and Carriage Drive, which was organised by Garreth O’Byrne from Stamullen, who decided to raise funds, in thanks for the great care his young son received, while he was a patient at Temple Street. A large gathering of people took part in the drive, which started at Ring Commons sports ground, and went as far as Stamullen, ending back at Ring Commons, a round trip of 20 kilometres. Garreth, who was accompanied on the trip by his son, Darragh and

daughter, Katie who are both avid horse lovers, explained to the County Leader about how the idea was hatched. He said, “I decided to set up a new horse and carriage club, and with the help of committee members, Garreth and Keith Sherwin, Andrew O’Byrne, Kenneth O’Byrne, Declan Gill, Garreth Preston, Mark McDonagh, we managed to get it off the ground. This is our first event, and I thought it was appropriate that it should be for Temple Street, in thanks for their great care and to give something back to them.” “We decided to run 30 wagons altogether from Ring Commons to Stamullen, and thankfully, the weather was beautiful. It was a great success, and I hope it is the first of many. I want to thank everyone for their help, including the Gardai, and marshals along the route,” said Garreth.

The decision of the County Council to close a portion of Forest Road in Swords for essential water mains repairs, is set to cause hardship for local businesses. Business people at the bottom of Forest Road, near the entrance to Highfields estate, have been in contact with local councillor, Joe Newman (NP) to complain about the lack of respect shown to them by the local authority. The road closure is for repairs to the 30” watermain on Forest Road, and will commence on Wednesday 24th September, and remain in place for the duration of the works. There will be no vehicular access to Forest Road from Dublin Street. Forest Road will be local access only as far as Highfields. Newman said, “I have been contacted by local business people here, who are suffering from the continuous closure of this stretch of road. I have made representation to Irish Water to find out when they can replace the troublesome main. Up to now, this main has just been patched up and continued to leak on a regular basis. This has been a problem for as long as I can

Swords Solicitor Partakes In Charity Cycle Well known Swords based solicitor, Pat McGonagle of Patrick W McGonagle & Company Solicitors, was one of 118 cyclists, who took part in the annual Garda Cycling Club’s charity cycle in aid of St Francis Hospice. The event, which is the Garda Cycling Club’s 25th anniversary of running the popular event, travelled from Santry Garda Station to Carlingford, Co Louth, a distance od about 110 kms, on 9th September. Last year, the event raised a staggering €52,000 for the charity and McGonagle, who is a regular participant in the event, was hopeful that a similar response would be forthcoming this year, He told the County Leader, “The event was held in perfect weather conditions, and we hope to have raised close to the exceptional amount of last year. We had considerable assistance from Gardai, who provided an escort for us as far as Balbriggan. As always, there was a great atmosphere along the route, with plenty of banter and the group stopped for lunch at the Monasterboice Inn, just north of Drogheda. Eventually, after an average of four to four and-a-half hours, the group reached the lovely town of Carlingford. It was a hugely enjoyable event, for a really worthy cause,” he said. He went on to thank all those who supported and sponsored him for this fantastic cause.

Swords based solicitor, Pat McGonagle is pictured as he arrives in Carlingford, after the 110km Garda Cycling Club's trip to the County Louth town, in aid of St Francis Hospice

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Street Skillz Programme Launched In North County Irish internationals were on hand and keen to lend their support to the latest dates, which were announced, for the return of the popular FAI/FCC, in conjunction with Swords Pavilions Street Skillz participation programme. With new venues announced, new skillz being introduced, boys and girls from across the North County, will be able to enjoy their play in a fun and safe environment. The Street Skillz programme recreates the fun road games of years gone by, such as 3 and in, heads and volleys, World Cup, last man back and it’s like. Designed by the FAI and with continued support from its community

23.09.2014 partner, Swords Pavilions, it will take place this month and October in Portmarnock, Swords and Skerries. Ian Hunter, Swords Pavilions Centre Director added, “Our continued support for this fantastic community sporting initiative, is based on providing opportunities for all. We are delighted to be launching a new venue in Portmarnock, with further new venues to follow. The essence of sport is to try to create an environment for it being fun, safe and played in a spirit of fair play, which we believe this programme achieves,” he said. In Portmarnock, the programme will take place at Paddy’s Hill all-weather facility, starting tomorrow, Wednesday 24th September from 3.30pm - 5pm. In Swords, the programme will take place at the Rivervalley All-weather pitch, also on Wednesday, 24th September from 4pm until 5.30pm.

Tax-Free Drinks Day In Malahide Well known Malahide publican, Tony Gibney, of Gibney’s pub, has decided that enough is enough, when it comes to the amount of taxation that publicans have to pay. He has spearheaded a campaign of protest on Thursday, 25th September, when he will serve food and drink, at prices minus Government tax, including VAT and excise duty. This campaign has already gained the support of many other local publicans, who feel the same way, and are likely to follow suit. He told the County Leader about how his frustration at what he describes as n ‘excessive tax’ needs to be tackled. He said, “We decided on the no tax day and the idea is to highlight the fact that for every €5 a customers spends with us, €1.50 goes directly to the Government. This leaves just €3.50 for all our other costs. Most of our pints will be charged at around €3.50 on the day, with some

even less, depending on the cost, minus tax. The same applies to mixers and soft drinks, as well as food. Effectively the customer will be getting a tax-free day,” he said. Gibney feels that the tax paid in the hospitality sector is ‘exorbitant’ and is costing jobs. “Jobs are being threatened by the rate of taxation imposed on our industry. The Government’s initiative of leaving tax at nine per cent for the hospitality business, was a great idea, and they need to be congratulated for that. I feel that it has, not only saved jobs, but created some as well. If they applied this to the drinks industry, it would be a tremendous boost to job creation in the industry. Currently, taxation on drinks is charged at the rate of 30 per cent on average.” He also appealed for closer parity with supermarkets, many of whom are selling below cost, which they can

station. Detective and drugs units, traffic units and the national dog, mounted, water unit and regional support armed unit will be in attendance, subject to policing requirements and the station cells and

There was widespread sadness in the locality, with the announcement of the death of popular Naul man, Donal Killian, who passed away on Saturday evening last. Donal, who was proprietor of the well known Killian’s pub in Naul, died at St Vincent’s Private Hospital, after a long illness. He was an avid supporter of rugby and the Leinster rugby team in particular, and he was associated with The late Donal Killian many fundraising events for different charities, and especially the IRFU Charitable Trust, which benefits injured players. He was very popular with everyone and has been widely described as a thorough gentleman, who will be sadly missed. Donal, who was a devoted family man, is survived by his wife Genevieve, son Ross and three daughters, Rebecca, Alexandra and Sophie, as well as his sisters, Hilda and Grace and by his father, Dody. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

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Pictured outside his pub in Malahide, is Tony Gibney, with his son Lorcan Gibney

freely do, as their profit sector is in food. “Pubs have responsibility to look after their customers, but there is no regulation in buying drink in supermarkets. If the Government were to be pro-active in examining taxation in this sector, they would get an immediate return,” he maintained

Garda Station Open Day In Balbriggan Balbriggan Garda Station Open are holding an open day, which is taking place on Saturday, 4th of October from 1pm to 3pm. The community are invited to come and meet both local and national units and tour the

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custody area will be open for fingerprinting and photographing visitors. Entry is free and there is entertainment for the whole family. All are welcome to come along and enjoy the day.

Hearings by Parliament are scheduled from the 29th, with three hours provided for each of the 26 new Commissioners. The vote on the appointment of the full Commission is set for the 22nd October. MEPs called on the nominated Energy Commissioner to sell his Spanish oil company shares, which he has now done. The Spanish Socialist say they will vote against the Juncker Commission on the basis of its perceived economic policies. The governing agreement within parliament may be under strain and some fall out might be expected but who the casualty will be, is as yet unclear. Juncker has committed to no new members of the EU during the coming five years, yet he does not rule out preparation for enlargement after the period. Juncker clearly intends Johannes Hahn, the Commissioner from Austria, who heads up the Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement portfolio, to negotiate with candidate status countries, during the current term, such as Turkey, Montenegro and Serbia. This time lag will provide these countries the opportunity to strengthen their economies in preparation for full membership circa 2020.

Juncker does not have to face the immediate question of admitting or confirming membership to Scotland following the referendum result. I’m pleased to say, I called the result 55 per cent ‘No’ vote correctly on Twitter 30 minutes after the polls closed. But Junker cannot sit back just yet. Catalans are set to hold their own referendum to cede from Spain circa 9th November. The Spanish Government is set to challenge the legitimacy of such a vote through their courts. But as we see in the UK individual regions throughout Europe are beginning to demand more autonomy over their own affairs. While the new French Cabinet won a vote of confidence in Parliament in the last week, others have not done so well. Some electoral upsets have occurred with the rise of the right wing AFD in regional elections in Germany, and this is the cause of concern to mainline parties in that country. In Sweden, the centre right coalition was defeated in a result that sees the Social Democrats struggle to establish a new Government. There is general concern again as the far right Sweden Democrats gained 13 per cent of the vote more than double their 2010 performance. Both these far right parties have anti immigration and national identity as main policy platforms. These results reflect a trend across Europe. Putting up the barricades is not the answer to the plight of those fleeing Syria, Egypt, Sudan or the Palestinian territories.

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Recently, local food company Keelings hosted a site tour of their farm at St Margaret’s, to give media representatives a wider appreciation of the level of production and growing processes that take place at the site each year. The tour began with a fruity breakfast in the strawberry glasshouse, during which David Keeling welcomed all attendees and gave a history of the company. Caroline

Keeling took the floor next to talk about the commercial side of the business, plans for growth and level of overseas business. The Keeling family’s expertise in growing dates back to 1896 when the family worked a farm in the Donabate area. The group then continued onto the apple orchard, where head apple grower, Brendan O’Sullivan spoke in-depth about the different varieties of apples grown on the

farm and the science behind the growing process. Guests also visited the pepper glasshouse to see the plants developing and were taken through the growing process by head pepper grower, Jarleth Kingston. Lunch on the day comprised of a specially devised Keelings menu, incorporating fresh produce from the farm. Nutritionist for Keelings, Aveen Bannon also spoke about the “benefits of berries.”

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Pictured here are: Martin Kennedy, CEO, NADA, Christine Carolan, Director and Designer, Happynest, Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office, Paul Reid, Chief Executive, Fingal County Council, Michael Culleton, Managing Director, Stayhold and Michael Rochford, Managing Director, Motorcheck. The four local SMEs have been unveiled as nominees for this year’s Fingal Enterprise Awards, which is organised by Fingal Local Enterprise Office.

Fingal Enterprise Week To Help SMEs Navigate Tech Landscape Local-based SMEs will gain valuable insight into the ‘tech trends’ of 2015 from some of Ireland’s leading technology thinkers at the opening event of one of this year’s largest Enterprise Weeks. Fingal Enterprise Week 2014, organised by Fingal Local Enterprise Office and running from October 6th to 10th, will launch five days of events with the ‘Future Tech Trends’ breakfast meeting, aimed at helping local business owners and managers identify key technological developments that will affect their business in 2015 and beyond. With new technologies, platforms and software emerging on a daily basis, the opportunities for small Irish businesses are substantial, but can also be perilous. Facilitated by QED Training’s Noel Davidson and featuring Senior Account Strategist at Google, David O’Mahony; John Beckett, Owner and Founder of Eirtight, an award-winning web and mobile technology and software development services provider and technology commentator, Andy O’Donoghue, the ‘Future Tech Trends’ panel discussion will

help SMEs navigate the rapidly changing global Tech landscape. “It is vital for the North County’s small businesses that they stay up to date on what is emerging in terms of technology. Fingal Enterprise Week is structured, so that SMEs can learn from industry experts but also take the opportunity to assess how best they can develop their business going forward,” said Oisin Geoghegan, Head of Fingal Local Enterprise Office. The ‘Future Tech Trends’ panel discussion is taking place at the Helix in Dublin City University from 7.30am to 10am on Monday, 6th October. A nominal booking fee of €10 will apply. Meanwhile, the Fingal Local Enterprise Office will also run a series of Social Media and Digital Marketing Workshops throughout Fingal Enterprise Week, supporting local businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in developing their digital skills. Other highlights of Fingal Enterprise Week include ‘Fingal Start-Up Day’, in association with Vodafone Ireland, a full day tailored to the needs of those in the process of setting up a new business. New to the line-up this year is ‘The Next Generation of Innovators’, a workshop welcoming young aspiring entrepreneurs from local primary and secondary schools, as part of the Fingal Student Enterprise Awards Programme. The new ‘Ethnic Enterprise’ event is designed specifically for people of various ethnic backgrounds, living in North County and who are considering starting a business.

Local Raft Race Raises €1,000 For Skerries RNLI The annual Skerries RNLI Raft Race took place once again last weekend, and raised € 1,000 for the local

RNLI group. All manner of participants lined up on the beach ready to take to sea to support their local lifeboat station. Blessed with a

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their title. Leaky Barrel finished in second place and Naomh Maur took third spot. A special prize was awarded to the girls on the Roktopus for capturing the spirit of the raft race. While the intrepid rafters were paddling their hearts out, the lifeboat was tasked by Dublin Coast Guard to investigate a floating object spotted by a local yachtsman. They quickly located an object floating in the water, which turned out to be an old fridge. At the presentation of the prizes,

Skerries RNLI thanked the volunteer fundraisers for all their hard work, Skerries Sailing Club, for providing the safety craft, the County Council, the competitors and everyone who helped make the raft race another successful event. Speaking after the prize giving, Gerry Canning, Skerries RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer said: “It’s great to see the effort that people are willing to put in to support their local lifeboat. Some of the rafts were outstanding and we are already looking

Local Farmers Can Avail Of Diabetes Testing North County farmers or visitors to the National Ploughing Championships on 23rd to 25th September, will have an opportunity to be tested for diabetes. Lions Clubs plan to screen up to 5,000 farmers and other visitors for diabetes during the event. When they offered a similar service last year, more than 500 farmers (11.3 per cent of those tested) were diagnosed as being potential diabetics and were referred to their GPs for further investigation. This year, a team of 120 Lions Club members and volunteer nurses will be present in a Lions Club marquee on all three days of the Ploughing Championship. They can also provide spokespersons and specialists in diabetes prevention. They hope to increase awareness of the prevalence of diabetes among the farming community and the general population.

The Irish Georgian Society, through its new Conservation Grants Scheme, has awarded a €10,000 grant to St. Columba’s Church in Swords. This is great news for the historic church, where a section of ceiling collapsed last year, which resulted in the closure of the church. However, since then, a campaign has been in place to raise funds for restoration works. Recently, the County Leader highlighted the plight of the church, in a front page article, in which the importance of restoring this important building to it’s former glory, was emphasised. Funded by the London Chapter of the Irish Georgian Society, these grants will help owners and custodians of architecturally important historic buildings to fund essential works, which may not otherwise be possible. St Columba’s Church is one of the most historically important buildings in the North County, which has some of the oldest stained glass windows in Ireland. The news will be particularly welcomed by it’s congregation, who have to fulfil their Sunday worship in the Old Boro schools, across the road, since the closure of the church last year. Primrose Wilson, chair of the Irish Georgian Society’s grants committee told the County Leader, “We were overwhelmed by the level of interest in the scheme and received 70 applications from a countrywide range of building types and ages.” She continued, “Given the funds available and the high calibre of applications, it was particularly challenging to determine how this limited budget should be spent”. She commented that, “given the architectural importance of the church and the urgency of works, it was decided to award St. Columba’s a core grant of €10,000.” This is part of €50,000 worth of grants for building conservation projects, which has been announced by the society. Pictured inside St Columba's Church in Swords, at the announcement of the €10,000 grant by the Irish Georgian Society, are Derek Evans (Friends of St Columba's), Donough Cahill (Irish Georgian Society), Canon Robert Deane, Primrose Wilson (Irish Georgian Society) and Billy Goodwin (Friends of St Columba's)

Pictured (L-R) at the cheque presentation are: Mr. Justice Peter Kelly, Chairman of the Board, St. Francis Hospice, Jim McKenna, Director, Green Property, John McLaughlin, St. Francis Hospice D15 Co-ordinator, Ciara Daly, Marketing Executive, Blanchardstown Centre, Joe Gavin, General Manager, Blanchardstown Centre, Professor Peter Daly, Director, St. Francis Hospice, Mercy Prendergast, Marketing Manager, Blanchardstown Centre.

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Blanchardstown Centre Raises Thousands For Charity A cheque presentation of an amazing €60,000 was made at Blanchardstown Centre last week to Peter Kelly, Chairman of the Board, St. Francis Hospice. The cheque was presented by Joe Gavin, General Manager, Blanchardstown Centre. This cheque represents funds raised by Blanchardstown Centre Staff through their Fundays Event which took place in the centre recently. This initiative was led and supported by Blanchardstown Centre’s Management team. Shoppers showed their appreciation through donations resulting in a significant amount being raised for St. Francis Hospice Blanchardstown. Joe Gavin expressed his thanks everyone who supported the event. “St. Francis Hospice Blanchardstown is our Charity of Choice and we are delighted to continue to support this very worthy cause,” he said.

Basketball Club Seeks Members There were great scenes of joy, colour, and a sense of achievement at Swords Educate Together National School on Thursday last, 18th September. The occasion was the raising of the school’s third Green Flag, this time for Water. Pupils, teachers and parents all enjoyed the festivities, which were carried out in perfect weather conditions. To add to the occasion, the wonderful Army Number 1 Band played some wonderful tunes, which had everyone tapping their feet to the beat. The biggest reaction was when the band struck up one of One Direction’s hits, much to the delight of the youngsters. Assistant principal, Bronagh Dillon praised the hard work of the Green School’s committee, and everyone associated with the project, who put in hours of hard work, to ensure that this day was achieved. She reminded all about the ethos of Swords Educate Together National School, which places care and respect for the environment, as well as education and a love of nature, as some of it’s core values. Already plans are afoot to secure the school’s next Green Flag, which will be for Transport, and the hard working committee are well advanced in the planning process. Swords Educate Together National School celebrated raising it's third Green Flag for Water on Thursday last, 18th September. Pictured raising the flag are pupils and Green Schools committee members, Reuben Murphy and Tom Crossan, with assistant principal, Bronagh Dillon

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 that 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.

St Finian's Community College, Swords held their Open Evening on Wednesday last, 17th September. Pictured are prospective new student, Dylan McCormack and his mother, Nicola McCormack, with English and Religion teacher, Nicola McKittrick

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Local GAA Legend Offers Support To Charity Former Dublin goalkeeper and double All Ireland winner, local man John O’Leary went up the hill for Jack & Jill, literally, with his three-year-old son Tom on his shoulders. The hill was Hill 16 in Croke Park and this was a very special and personal photocall for John whose son Tom, who has a rare chromosomal disorder, is supported by the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation. According to John, this was a very emotional climb for him. He was cheered on by his wife Catherine and son Jack. The goal of the photocall was to promote the ‘Gala Up the Hill for Jack & Jill’ campaign which is happening until the end of September, to help fill the €200,000 funding shortfall facing the Jack & Jill Foundation in 2014. Tom was born with a heart condition called tertralogy of fallot and has a rare chromosomal disorder which means he is in need of constant care. He is described by his family as a bubbly, happy, little boy. John told the County Leader: “To take Tom up the hill for Jack & Jill is a very special moment for me and for Catherine and his brother Jack. He is climbing his own hill

Pictured here is local GAA legend John O’Leary with his son Tom (3) who has a rare chromosomal disorder.

every day and he does it with courage, determination, laughing and smiling all the way.” “Home is where he belongs where we can give him all the extra support he needs, but we couldn’t do it without the help of Jack & Jill who give us the training, the confidence and the support to make this happen. I want to encourage as many people as possible to support this campaign,” he concluded.

Council Seeks 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.

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Pictured at the Scouting Ireland stand at the recent Peninsula Information Expo at Donabate Community Centre are Donabate scout leaders, Joan Fogarty and Philip Honer

Golf And Tennis Facilities Relaunched In Malahide The Golf and Tennis facilities at Malahide Demesne were officially relaunched recently. Originally opened in 1984, the facilities include a basketball court, five tennis courts, an 18 hole Pitch & Putt course and a 29 acre golf course. Upgrades to the facilities are ongoing, with approx. €42,000 invested in upgrading the pavilion, co-funded by Morgan Sports Solutions, the operator since 2013. It includes works to heating, security

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St. Patrick’s GAA Club in Stamullen presents their ‘Old Time Social Dance’ on Friday, October 24th from 9pm to Midnight. Admission is €7.50. Further to an error in last week’s edition, in which we mistakenly said the event was to be held in St Pat’s in Donabate, we can confirm that the social dance will definitely be held in St. Patrick’s GAA Club in Stamullen next month. We hope we didn’t cause too much confusion for either club. Refreshments will be served. It promises to be an exciting night, with music from the popular band ‘Country Pride.’ If you fancy a bit of “Rí rá agus ruaille buaille “ then St. Pats, Stamullen is the place to be, so go along and enjoy the night.

shutters, interior décor and fitting out. The location is the first in the locality to operate under a profit sharing contract. The facility will soon begin hosting meetings and groups, such as mother and toddler, jamboree and bridge club. Further works will include signage and upgrading works to the tennis courts. As a result of these works there has been a large increase in membership numbers, and we hope to build on this good work in the coming months. Chief Executive Paul Reid told the County Leader: “The facility is one of many fantastic amenities available to citizens of the North County, and with this refurbishment work, we can ensure that it can continue to be enjoyed for many years to come.”

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that is firmly in the past as a visit to your local North County dentist is both a joy and completely pain free. Trips to the dentist are also much more cost effective than the past. We are blessed with very healthy competition in the North County. A large number of dentists has lead to a downward spiral in pricing, making it much easier and more convenient to pay them a visit. The simple procedures you will avail of couldn’t be easier either. They are guaranteed to give you that memorable set of teeth

and great smile for your big day. Just think of how much more confident you will feel and how much better your day will be with that perfect smile. Think of the confidence and feel good factor it will give you. The technology now exists in dental practises all over the North County to create that look and feeling. Ireland is famous for having the friendliest people, so much so, we’ve actually got a reputation to uphold. We must not let our smiles let us down, and make sure they reflect us as a friendly nation. It is scientifically

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Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Malahide Community School are Aisling Colclough, Jessica Delaney and Maria Strains

Pictured after receiving their Junior Certificate results are Portmarnock Community School students Meadbh Donnelly and Amie Kenny

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at St Finian's Community College in Swords are Lyndsey Lunney, Ruth Sherlock and Danielle O'Carroll

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Loreto College, Swords are Ellen Dunne, Daire McCutcheon and Sinead McCrohan

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Balbriggan Community College are Stephen Munson, Mark Kelly and Ciara Whelan

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Colaiste Choilm, Swords are James Jack and Josh Morley

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Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at St Joseph's Secondary School, Rush are Daniel Foley, Michael Lyons and Ronan Duff

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at St Joseph's Secondary School, Rush are Alexander Russell, Spencer O'Brien and Justin Taguibao

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Ardgillan Community College, Balbriggan are Jack McNally, Shane Whelan, Oisin Kimmage, Daniel Doherty and Ryan Holland

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Exam Success At Hokubu Dojo Hokubu Dojo (Swords Karate Club) celebrated the end of a busy summer term with black belt exam success by some of its students. After playing host to two high ranking Japanese Karate Instructors during this summer and running a national championship in Coláiste Choilm, the term was rounded off with the presentation of

Sho Dan (1st black belt) grade diplomas to Ali O’Keefe and Rachel Kay. Both took their black belt exam in March under an examination panel, which saw them complete a comprehensive syllabus of karate techniques in order to achieve their diploma. Ali, who started training at the tender age of four in the Tigers class, is the

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youngest black belt in Hokubu Dojo and trains three times a week to maintain her Dan grade achievement. She hopes to follow in the footsteps of her older sister Jennifer, who currently holds the rank of 2nd Dan black belt. Black belt diplomas were also presented at the end of term to Philip Kennedy and Marie Reynolds. The black belt diplomas achieved by the Hokubu Dojo students are authentic Japanese awards in karate which are registered in Japan by the Japan Karate Shotorenmei (JKS). They

are recognised worldwide. Hokubu Dojo is the headquarters for the JKS in Ireland. The club is currently accepting new members. Classes are provided daily in Seatown Business Park. Classes follow a structured syllabus and each class focuses on a specific age group: Tigers 4 – 6yrs, Kids 7 – 10yrs, Juniors 11 – 16yrs and Seniors 16yrs and above. Classes for Tigers and Kids are held in the early evening, while Juniors and Seniors follow at 7pm. For further information on enrolling you can contact Dermot by phone at 087-8073885.

Differences In The New Junior Certificate Cycle My name is Darragh Nolan. I’m sixteen years old and attend Donabate Portrane Community College. Upon completing my Junior Certificate last June, I am now in Transition Year performing work experience in various businesses. The County Leader kindly allowed me to work with them for the past week and asked me to give my views on the upcoming changes coming to the junior cycle, as a pupil who has recently completed his Junior Certificate. As I researched and found out what the new Junior Certificate cycle will be like, I found out that the new system will allow students to study all Junior Certificate subjects for the three years doing their junior cycle. I think that three years would be more than enough time for students to choose options

they would like to study, so why must the student study all subjects over three years, if, say they already know the specific subjects they want to study in year two? If all the subjects are taught in first year, the student could study their desired subjects sooner, rather than later. Probably the most controversial adjustby Darragh Nolan ment to the cycle is the continuous assessment system. I think this is a good addition to the new cycle, as it will promote positive attitudes to classmates and teachers. Assessments that can often just be tedious class tests, will now become essential examinations for all students if they wish to get good marks in their final grade.

Deadline Extended For Junior Entrepreneur Programme Primary school children in the North County area can benefit from a free nationwide Junior E n t r e p r e n e u r Programme (JEP) that promises to open young minds to the thrill of business and while developing their skills and confidence. The original deadline of September 12th has passed but, due to the demand and response, the deadline has been extended to invite interested primary schools to sign up, as soon as possible, for the highly successful entrepreneurship programme. The JEP programme is being supported by some of Ireland’s leading entrepreneurs,

including Michael Dawson, Group CEO of One4all in North County Dublin. Now a nationwide programme, JEP aims to sign up 10,000 junior entrepreneurs from primary schools in every region across the country. “This is a great opportunity for school children in North County Dublin. There is no cost to the schools, and the benefits are enormous. It has been proven that pupils, who participate in entrepreneurship programmes, demonstrate increased initiative and self-confidence. Fostering a love for business and a culture of entrepreneurship in children will not only

Student Enterprise Awards Officially Launched An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny, T.D. officially launched the biggest student enterprise programme in the country last week, with the help of some award-winning teenage entrepreneurs. The annual Student Enterprise Awards, run by all 31 Local Enterprise Offices around the North County and beyond,, attracted 17,000 teenage entrepreneurs last year from over 370 secondary schools. Now in its 13th year, well over 100,000 students have taken part over the years by setting up and running their own student enterprises in the classroom, with support from their Local Enterprise Office (LEO). The launch took place at the Seán Lemass Awards at the Department of Education and Skills , where twelve award-winning students were presented with an “excellence in enterprise” award by An Taoiseach. The Seán Lemass Award for Excellence in Enterprise are presented to student entrepreneurs who received top prizes at either the Student Enterprise Awards or at the “Get Up And Go” Programme, run by the Transition Year Programme under the auspices of the Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST).

provide them with opportunities in the future, but will also support job creation and economic development in Ireland,” said Michael Dawson, Group CEO of One4all. A full programme kit is provided to schools free of charge, which includes the JEP Teacher’s Guide, Posters and classroom display, as well as a dedicated entrepreneur and project manager in each region. The programme, which was rolled out nationally last year, proved hugely successful and signed up more than 5,000 primary school children. The JEP programme is perfectly aligned with the primary school curriculum and uses an integrated teaching and project-based approach. To sign up, schools must

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aesthetic view later in the evenings in both good and bad weather. Take your time with the improvements to your home, as the autumn has just started and there’s plenty of time to get things done. Keep referring to your list and mark off things you have completed and keep checking to see what needs your attention next. Coal fires are making a comeback (these are especially good for the cold winter months ahead) and there is nothing more relaxing than sitting in front of an open fire and relaxing.

Electrics Local specialists in electricity are ones to talk to for those special lights, energy saving heaters and complex cabling which, unless you desire to going out in a blue flash, talk to them first. Electricity is not something for those who aren’t familiar with it, so unless you know what you’re doing it is imperative you talk to the experts. Electrics aren’t just for the

Room By Room Whatever room you feel needs your attention first is the place you want to start. Let’s say it’s the bedroom, in that case there are small improvements that will make your room look like a new boudoir. New curtains and blinds are a start, to make the window a beautiful feature in your bedroom and you can still have that minimal look. You may need to opt for heavier curtains as we go into winter, but the room needn’t look drab and heavy even so. If you have a small bedroom, minimalism is very important and there are lots of tricks and ways to ensure all of your essentials are well out of the way. Under bed storage boxes and bags are a great way to store some of your things. You should also take advantage of your attic, if you have one. Once all of your belongings are sorted and tidied, try scattering a few cushions on your bed and clearing bedside lockers. Try a nice lamp on your bedside locker that will match your curtains.

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Be Entertained Some hotels offer great value packages such as ‘Dinner & Show’ or ‘B&B, Dinner & Show’. These packages can be a lovely way to spend your party - an entire evening of fun, food and entertainment, along with a relaxing overnight stay in a hotel. Another option is to add some excitement by planning a themed night. Your choices are limitless from 60s/70s/80s themes, Winter Wonderland, Black and White Ball, Casino Night, live comedy or some interactive entertainment. If your venue does not have in-house entertainment, consider booking a local DJ or live band.

Go All Out Christmas is the time of year that you need no excuse to get all dolled up. There will be the season’s hottest festive trends in the shops around the North County, all encouraging you to get as glamourous as possible! Take full advantage of this: go shopping for a new dress, get a beauty treatment and brave those heels, even if your feet won’t thank you for

leave it so close that you’re left in a panic fifteen minutes before you need to leave. Given the time of year, you don’t have to spend a fortune on a new outfit, the local fashion stores and shopping centres

will have plenty of stylish bargains for you to choose from, and at a great price too. Make sure it’s flattering and you feel comfortable in it, perhaps with the knack of concealing that extra mince pie or two.

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Festive Food There’s no doubt about it, when it comes to that certain point at the party, everyone looks forward to a bit of grub. Whether you like a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, or prefer to indulge in your favourite Asian cuisine, or even some lighter ‘party food’ your options are wide-ranging in the North County. Popular at many venues is a predinner ‘Winter Cocktail Hour’, offering seasonally appropriate drinks at reception, such as mulled wine, hot whiskey, or hot chocolate. Keep an eye out for those Christmas deals; if you are getting a hotel deal, food and drink options may be included in your package. Whatever you decide, make sure to book early, so that you can avail of the optimum dates on offer. Otherwise, you may have to settle for a date that is way too early and may lack the vital atmosphere associated with dates that are just right. Make that call now, and put your mind at ease.

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Dress For Your Shape Each year and every new season, we see a host of new fashion trends to update our wardrobe with. However, not all styles and tailoring can suit our body shapes. Confidence is essential to looking and feeling good in any outfit. This is far more important than trying to keep up with the latest fashion trend. Carraig Donn is a firm believer in dressing for your shape and feeling confident. They pride ourselves in designing clothes to flatter all shapes and sizes, and want women to feel comfortable, yet stylish no matter what the occasion is. Slightly rounder on top with long lean pins, apple shaped ladies must remember to wear clothes that highlight your best features and avoid creating attention to your middle area. This beautiful J’aime la Vie Bardot Bordeaux Dress (pictured), is a must have for women with apple figures. This classic Parisian style dress flatters a larger bust and helps draw attention away from the tummy area.

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Pictured are the very successful Hills Girls Under 13 Cricket team, who were Leinster Cup and League runners Up. Back row: Emma Parker, Cliodhna Bowers, Tamsin Carolan, Eksteen Maritz (manager), Lara Maritz (Captain), Roisin O'Connor Flanagan, Colette Carolyn (Asst. Manager), Rose Palmer, Cliodhna O'Reardon. Front row: Jane Maguire, Klarissa Walser, Tess Maritz, Holly Smith, Celine Schmidt Byrne. Missing from photo: Cathy Coleman, Niamh Richardson, Emma Geuran, Abi Leonard. The Hills Cricket Club has a very strong underage girls section and all eyes are on them to bring some trophies home next season.

The Hills Cricket Club’s Girls Under 13 team (based in Skerries), has had a great cricket season this summer. They competed well in the Leinster League and won 7 of their 8

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Let’s Talk Fashion At Pavilions Let’s Talk Fashion is coming to the Pavilions Shopping Centre, Swords, on Saturday, 4th and Sunday, 5th October. Pavilions Marketing Manager, Deirdre King, spoke to the County Leader about the upcoming event. “Autumn/Winter is on the way, and we’re so excited to see the new styles for the coming season. This season, you will see your favourite stores participate in the shows, such as River Island, Mango, H&M, Dunnes Stores, Vila, Vero Moda, Gerard, Pamela Scott, TK Maxx, Tommy Hilfiger, Jack & Jones, Best Menswear and the

Upcoming Balbriggan Historical Society Talk Balbriggan and District Historical Society will present a very interesting talk on St George’s School, Balbriggan, by David Sorensen. The talk will take place on Wednesday, 24th September at 8pm in the Town Hall, Balbriggan. All are welcome to attend, what promises to be a very interesting evening. Please note that while the talk takes place in the usual venue (Town Hall), the only access will be via the lift from the underground carpark, so allow extra time for this.

School Reunion In Balbriggan A group of past students of Balbriggan Community College are organising a 20 year school reunion on Saturday, 4th October in The Harvest, Balbriggan. The reunion is for past students of Balbriggan Community College who graduated in 1994. If anyone is interested in attending, they can send an email to balbrigganCC94@outlook.com. Tickets for the event are €15 and can be paid for by contacting the above email address. (Captain) and Tess Maritz (Vice Captain) were selected to play for Leinster in the County Cricket Festival in Worcestershire, England. Leinster played against, Devon, Hampshire, Sussex and Wales, and won their match against Devon. The club has a very strong underage girls section and are hoping to bring some trophies home next season.

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HOROSCOPES AQUARIUS

Jan 20 - Feb 18

Problems relating to a financial issue or arrangement will surface early in the week, and you would be wise to let the matter simmer for a while longer before deciding what to do. Professional advice might be a good move.

PISCES

Feb 19 - Mar 20

If criticism arises, view it as constructive and you will be in a stronger position to influence and impress later in the week. You are held in high regard, so do nothing rash to jeopardise your reputation.

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Mar 21 - Apr 20

With confrontation focusing on relationships you must avoid antagonising allies, rivals and opponents in the weeks ahead. The winds of change are blowing, but it is up to you to ensure they blow in your favour.

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Apr 21 - May 20

Don’t waste time on complex business plans, when the chances are that they will be overtaken by events shortly. Better to concentrate your energy on something less demanding but more immediately rewarding.

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A business associate or loved one could suggest that you are failing to live up to their own high standards this week. It is more likely to be their unrealistic expectations which are to blame.

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Jun 21 - Jul 22

Given that certain people are relying on you to provide material, emotional or moral support, and that this is the perfect moment to provide it, do so now and you will feel better about having fun later.

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Virgo

Aug 24 - Sep 22

Relatives and loved ones are liable to be unforthcoming and uncooperative, and your natural reaction will be to give them short shrift. It would be a mistake to say anything which could bring regrets or recriminations.

Libra

Sep 23 - Oct 22

Suddenly, your confidence will soar, and you will take in your stride even those things which seemed impossible a short while ago. However, you must be careful not to undermine the efforts of those around you.

Scorpio

Oct 23 - Nov 22

Before you start sharpening your claws this week, spare a thought for someone who is still trying to come to terms with a recent disappointment or loss. A week to show some compassion to one in particular.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 - Dec 21

Although you are constantly on the go, your backlog appears to be growing, and with it your feelings of frustration and guilt. However, with a little patience you should be able to come to grips with most of your tasks.

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It would be a mistake to take anything at face value this week - especially on the home front. It is what others do rather that what they say which will provide clues to their motives and intentions.

Google and Age Action have once again joined forces to find the North County’s top silver surfers. The awards celebrate and showcase older peoples’ use of the internet and technology. This is the sixth year of the awards. Locals have until October 5th to nominate an older person in their lives, who has embraced new technology. There are five award categories this year. The public can nominate someone for an award by filling in a form

Development Update At Fingallians GAA Club Survey and design works for the new all weather pitch at Fingallians GAA club in Swords, have been completed. The project team has secured three competitive bids, which will be submitted to the Department of Sport for review. The club expects to receive formal approval of the preferred bidder from the Department four weeks after they submit, and this will allow agreement a formal start date with the contractor. Ideally, they would like to start work in October and have the new surface in place by the end of November. The works will take four to six weeks to complete and is dependent on weather conditions. During the works, the existing pitch will be fenced off and will be unavailable for use. This disruption is unavoidable; however on completion of the works, Fingallians expect to have one of the best training surfaces in the county.

Gaeilge At Fingallians GAA Club Looking for something to do over the winter? Why not brush up on your Irish? The Irish language conversation group meets in Fingallians GAA clubhouse every Wednesday at 9pm. A completely free service in a relaxed, pressure free environment. Call Liam (086 3814422) for further details. Fáilte roimh chách.

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Thank You From Balbriggan Meals On Wheels Local group, Balbriggan Meals on Wheels would like to thank everyone who participated at the their recent Coffee Morning and Sale of Work event. A total of €1,000 was raised and will be put to very good use. The group are looking for donation of items for this year’s annual Christmas Fair, which will take place on 29th November. Please donate any unwanted presents, Christmas decorations and toys/gifts, in good condition, for their Christmas fundraiser at the end of November. Donations can be dropped into the kitchen on Hampton Street in Balbriggan between 10am – 1pm, Monday to Saturday. All your support is greatly appreciated.

Threshold Collection In Lusk Can you help to raise much needed funds for Threshold? The Threshold charity, which aims to help make a real difference to the lives of people, who are at risk of homelessness, will be collecting at St Mac Cullin’s Church in Lusk, on the 4th and 5th October and they are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help out. Can you spare a half hour on the Saturday evening or after the masses on the Sunday? If so, they would love to hear from you. You’ll be working with great people, getting some fresh air, and helping to make a real difference to the lives of people who are at risk of homelessness. If interested, please contact Monica at Monica.Caffrey@threshold.ie.

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Pictured here are Hokubu Dojo (Swords Karate Club) members from L-R: Malcolm Murphy (3rd Dan),Brian Leahy (2nd Dan), Rachel Kay (1st Dan), Dermot O'Keeffe (Chief Instructor), Ali O’Keeffe (1st Dan), Philip Kennedy (1st Dan) and Marie Reynolds (1st Dan) after receiving their black belt exams.

Sharon Foran from Balbriggan was the winner of the Progressive Credit Union Car Draw last week. A delighted Sharon is pictured collecting the keys of her new car from Brian Howard of Progressive Credit Union

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KENNEDY (née Roche) Suzanne (late of Skerries and Templeogue) died in Melbourne Australia, 15th August 2014, sadly missed by her loving son, Declan, his dad David, sisters Aileen, Anne and Karen, brothers Michael and Barry, extended family and friends. Rest in peace. MCGRANE Thomas, (Finglas and formerly of Swords) suddenly at the Mater Hospital, late of Premier Dairies; deely regretted by his loving wife Ethna, daughters Joanne, Paula and Ethna, son Tom, sons-in-law, daughter-inlaw, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. HEGARTY (née Holland) Rosemary (Pinewood Green Hill, Balbriggan, Dublin) Peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Sadly missed by her loving husband Eamonn, daughter Nichola, sons Dean and Owen, grandson Zain, brother Tim, extended family and friends. May she rest in peace. MOYLAN, Sheila (née Byrne) (Malahide and formerly of Cloghan, Co. Offaly) - September 17th, 2014, (peacefully), at home surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Matt and much loved mother to Carol and Jenny. Sadly missed by her sons-in-law John and Stephen, grandchildren Ava and Amelia, sisters Agnes and Marian, brother Tom, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dîlis.

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