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Shop Locally This Christmas Christmas is just around the corner, and here in North County Dublin, local businesses are gearing up to prepare for what they hope will be their busiest time of year. This last quarter of the year is a crucial time for our local businesses and retailers, who have come to need a real boost in trade over the coming weeks, so it is vital that customers around the locality give them all the support they can. While there are some wonderful shopping centres around the county offering great value this Christmas, there are also loads of fabulous shops in all our towns. Here you will encounter some
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or if you run into any issues, you will be received by a friendly shopkeeper, who will be only too willing to make sure that your every need is swiftly met. Years ago, often, the trend was to travel to the city centre to find the ideal gift for your loved one. With the growth of our towns and the presence of many retail brand names, there is no longer the need to travel to the city. The thought of travelling in long traffic jams and paying exorbitant
car parking charges, or travelling on a packed bus, while taking your place in another queue in an overcrowded store, is enough to put you off Christmas shopping for good. The situation with the weakness of sterling poses a real threat to our local retailers this Christmas, with many shoppers expected to head north expecting to avail of a bonanza due to the currency differential. This all adds up to a short term gain at the expense of the liveli-
New Brand Identity For Swords Cultural Quarter The County Council marked the completion of the current phase of conservation works at Swords Castle, and another chapter in its history and the launch of a new brand Identity (SCQ) for Swords Cultural Quarter. Begun in 2016, the works, a mix of architectural and landscaping conservation, have provided renewed access to the castle enclosure and buildings, and, with it, the opportu-
nity to avail of new cultural uses for the space. The Castle is now open to the public, complete with a new Tourism Office, with the adjacent Chapel offering a glimpse into the medieval origins of the space. The Digging History Community Archaeology Project, the second season of which took place in 2016, further uncovered the depth of history in its built environment. Demolition of the terrace of
Christmas Comes To Loughshinny Niamh Kavanagh is pictured with her band, 'The Illegals' who will perform at Loughshinny's Charity Christmas Party . See story on page 3
hoods of retailers who have served us with care and professionalism for the rest of the year. What happens if we abandon them at this, their most eagerly
shops on North Street has allowed for a complete view of the façade of the Castle, and to allow the buildings to serve as a backdrop for Cultural Quarter plans. Works included the installation of a replacement stone vault at the gatehouse, constructed with a hot lime mortar mix, and, in the room above the vault, new flooring and roof, with missing steps in the existing stone spiral reinserted to allow access. Presenting the staff of the Fingal Tourism office with an award for Excellence In Continued on page 12
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Airport Welcomes New Winter Services Dublin Airport has almost 695,000 extra seats across its route network this winter season, which is a 6 per cent increase in capacity compared to last year. Four new services started to coincide with the winter season, with Flybe commencing services to Doncaster in Yorkshire, Ryanair added Hamburg and the capital of Bulgaria, Sofia to its route network and KLM is now flying to Amsterdam. Seven services which started during the summer season will operate this winter schedule for the first time. Capacity and frequency will also increase on a number of other routes. This will be the busiest ever winter season at the airport, according to Dublin Airport Managing Director, Vincent Harrison. “Dublin Airport’s extensive and growing route network offers a fantastic selection of sun, ski and city breaks for those planning a winter getaway. “The new services, coupled with the additional frequency and capacity on many existing routes provide even more choice and flexibility for both business and leisure customers.” Passenger numbers at Dublin Airport have increased by 12 per cent so far this year, with more than 24 million passengers using the airport between January and October.
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Oldtown Man Raises €100,000 For Cappagh Hospital
Pictured is Skerries Windmill, which was photographed by Mark Broderick, and which was one of the winners of the Wiki Loves Monuments competition 2016
Loughshinny Christmas Party Promises Great Fun The fourth annual Loughshinny Christmas party will take place in The Yacht Bar on 17th December. The event, which is now at the heart of the community’s festive calendar, is not to be missed. Each year, different celebrities turn up in Loughshinny to help the community celebrate Christmas, and also raise funds for charity. Over the past few years the likes of Nathan Carter, Mary Black and the X Factor’s Louis Walsh have
turned up at the Loughshinny Christmas party, and this year, organisers say, is set to be another night to remember. This year the charity raffle will help St Brendan’s National School in Loughshinny. As always there will be thousands of euros worth of prizes. Live entertainment on the night will be provided by Eurovision winner, Niamh Kavanagh along with her band ‘The Illegals’. Niamh has joined the party in
previous years, with fellow Eurovision winner Paul Harrington, but this is her first time to headline the event with the 7 piece band. “Loughshinny is always great fun”, laughs Niamh, the locals are definitely up for a great night and it’s always memorable. When you sing to them, they sing right back to you and the atmosphere is electric. I love playing there and we are going to rock the place this year!” As always there will be a surprise celebrity guest
at the Loughshinny Christmas Party, but organisers are remaining tight lipped about the identity of the guest. Proprietor Declan Cloonan couldn’t shed any light on the subject. “Even I don’t know,” laughs Declan, they are keeping it to themselves. Every year someone famous shows up, which is great for the atmosphere on the night. There’s loads of selfies and they are always part of the occasion,” he said. Tickets, priced €20, are selling fast, so don’t be disappointed. You can purchase them at The Yacht or contact Maeve on 087 241 7213.
Leo Halpin from Oldtown has been a tireless fundraiser for Cappagh Hospital, through his annual walks for the hospital. Following a successful hip replacement surgery in Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital back in 2004, after years of pain and sleepless nights, Leo decided to show his appreciation to the hospital by organising a charity walk. He said, “At that time charity walks were only taking off and the very first walk hadn’t many; I suppose we had 50 to 70 people which was a good start and we raised a good few euros” says Leo. Eleven years later, the Leo Halpin and Cappagh ex patients walk in Oldtown has raised over €100,000 for Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital. Leo remembers how every year it was getting easier, more people wanted to get involved and each year something new was added to the event, including a vintage cars display, the farmers market, cake sales, raffles, BBQs and many more. To show their appreciation for Leo, a gathering was held in Oldtown House, to celebrate Leo’s achievement of raising €11,000 in this year walk for Cappagh Hospital and also reaching €100,000 in the last 11 years. Former Dublin player/manager, Dr Pat O’Neill from Cappagh Hospital was there to officially received the cheque from Leo. The charity walk for Cappagh Hospital has become an annual event in Oldtown and everyone is now asking Leo, ‘When is the walk coming?’ Oldtown is that type of community – everyone wants to help you and every year the numbers helping and supporting grows and grows. The people involved aren’t just from Oldtown; they come from Dunshaughlin, Ashbourne, Clonalvy and the surrounding areas. Leo is very apprecia-
Pictured is former Dublin All-Irleland winning player and manager, Dr Pat O’Neill (left) from Cappagh Hospital as he makes a presentation to Leo Halpin at Oldtown House, in recognition of his fundraising achievements for Cappagh Hospital
tive of the generosity of the farmers who donate the vegetables, SuperValu Balbriggan for donating All Ireland Football tickets and sponsoring the BBQ for years, the local ladies for organising the cake sales and all the supporters of the walk. Funds raised this year will go towards funding the purchase of Navigation Assisted Systems and Software for scoliosis corrective surgery. This new software will allow surgeons at Cappagh to undertake complex spinal surgeries safely and with dramatically reduced risk, providing increasingly better outcomes for patients in reducing curvature of the spine and restoring patient height. The development of this service in Cappagh is a first for Ireland and will benefit many adolescents with this ailment. At a cost of €500,000, this development will also play a vital role in tackling existing waiting lists for spinal surgery.
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The Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs has published the fifth annual report on threats to birds of prey. The report is prepared by the Department’s National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) in collaboration with the Regional Veterinary Labs of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and the State Laboratory. The report is the product of a joint Departmental initiative to investigate bird of prey deaths in Ireland. This will be of interest to many here in the North County, where Red Kites were successfully introduced here some years ago. However, setbacks were experienced along the way with losses of some of these precious birds reported due to poisoning. Last year saw the largest annual number of
incidents since recording began systematically in 2011. In total, 35 poison and persecution incidents were confirmed.
Poisoning falls into two general categories: accidental poisoning through the use of poison against rats and mice which then accumulates in birds that eat them, most notably red kites and barn owls; and deliberate laying of poison. The victims of
poisoning and persecution since 2007 include Red Kite, Common Buzzard, Peregrine Falcon, Golden Eagle, Whitetailed Sea Eagle, Sparrow hawk, Kestrel, Hen Harrier, Barn Owl and Short-eared Owl. More than a hundred other birds such as crows and pigeons were also found to have been poisoned. The NPWS Database of poison/persecution incidents enables an appraisal of black spots, associated land-use types, methods of persecution, motives behind the persecution and the times of year at which such incidents peak. The report is the result of cooperation between the National Parks and Wildlife Service, the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine’s Regional Veterinary Laboratories and the State Laboratory, and also involves An Garda Síochána.
Young People Urged To Register To Vote Local councillor, Malachy Quinn (SF) has urged young people to take a stand against the establishment and register to vote today. This call comes following the notice from Fingal County Council to “Value your Vote” and
register by the 25th November via www.checktheregister.ie. Quinn said, “Fingal with the youngest and fastest growing population in the State is adversely affected by youth unemployment. The very first people to bear the brunt of
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Historical Book Launch In Balbriggan A new book called, ‘Balbriggan - A History in Maps 1655-1900’ by Peter (Frank) Whearity was launched on Wednesday, 9th November in the Town Hall, Balbriggan. The book is published by Balbriggan & District Historical Society. Peter (Frank) Whearity is a native of Balbriggan and has lived with his wife, Valerie at nearby Skerries since 1975. He holds a BA (Hons) in Local Studies, and an MA in Local History from Maynooth University. In his speech, Frank went to great lengths to give a very insightful account of the history of maps throughout the period. Through a comprehensive study of maps (beautifully reproduced in this publication) and using information from other sources, Frank
Pictured at the launch of 'Balbriggan - A History in Maps 1655-1900' by Peter (Frank) Whearity, which was launched on Wednesday, 9th November in the Town Hall, Balbriggan are Paul Reid, Chief Executive Fingal County Council, author Peter (Frank) Whearity and County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler who launched the book.
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encapsulating themes such as religion, architecture, education, legal, proprietorial status, and the rich industrial and maritime heritage. Attendees on the night included his wife Valerie and family members, as well as County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler who offi-
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Brexit Forum Comes To North County Local Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell is bringing the first of Fine Gael’s regional
Brexit forums to the Grand Hotel in Malahide on 28th November at 8pm.
Representatives from a number of industries will also attend to discuss Brexit with
members of the public. Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan and Ian Talbot from Chambers Ireland will be guest speakers at the forum. Farrell said, “I was pleased to be recently appointed as co-chair of Fine Gael’s Working Group on Brexit by An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny. As part of this, I will be hosting a series of regional seminars in Dublin and across the country, in order to discuss the implications of Brexit with stakeholders from key industries and members of the public. “I am delighted to bring my Party’s first regional forum on Brexit to the North County, and I would encourage constituents from across North County Dublin to attend on the night. Farrell continued, “Brexit undoubtedly presents one of the greatest economic challenges that Ireland has faced over
the last 50 years and it has the potential to impact on everyone in the North County and across our island both North and South. This is why it is of the utmost importance for us to have a conversation on what Brexit will mean to all of us. In doing so, the concerns and opinions of members of the public, both in the North County and across the country, will be invaluable to both Fine Gael and the Government, particularly as we expect the UK to start the formal exit negotiation period by the end of March 2017.” “I would urge everyone in the North County to consider attending the Brexit Forum I will be hosting in the Grand Hotel, Malahide on November 28th to voice their concerns and make their opinions known to me, the Minister for Foreign Affairs & Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD, and stakeholders from the industries most likely to be impacted by the UK’s exit from the EU,” he concluded.
Portmarnock Hotel Is Golf Resort Of The Year
Pictured are the Portmarnock Links team with the award they won as Golf Resort of the Year. Included are John Callely (Director of MICE Sales), Moira Cassidy (Golf Director), Sandra Russell (Director of Sales and Marketing), David McGuinness (Hotel Manager) and Barry O'Connor (Resort Director)
Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links, which recently completed the first phase of a multi-million euro redevelopment of both the championship golf links and the hotel, has been named Golf Resort of the Year 2016 in the prestigious Irish Golf Tour Operators annual awards. The redevelopment programme has seen the property invest substantial funds both in the golf course and also in the hotel and its facilities. The investment in the golf course has included the creation of a wonderful new short game area, new wider natural grass paths between greens and tees and the refurbishment of many of the riveted bunkers which are a feature of the course. The investment in the hotel has
included the refurbishment of 90 bedrooms; new meeting and conference rooms; the creation of a new Spa and Gym; a new Seaview Restaurant; a complete redesign of the main restaurant and a new entrance and car park. In addition, the hotel’s food operation is under the direction of new head chef Tom Walsh, who is already getting plaudits for his innovative menus. Speaking of the award, Resort Director Barry O’Connor said he was delighted at the early recognition for the changes that have taken place. He said that, while there was still work to be done, that the work to date on both golf course and hotel had been really well received.
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International Star For Swords Men’s Shed Concert Aimee Banks, the young Galway soprano who represented Ireland at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, will be the guest soloist at Swords Men’s Shed Christmas concert taking place on 3rd December at 8pm at the Riasc Centre, Swords. Aimee has also performed at Boston Symphony Hall, the Norman Rockwell Museum, The Whitney Centre for the Arts, Boston and on The Late Late show. In addition, she has sung in the National Concert Hall, the Convention Centre Dublin, at the Rose of Tralee Festival and Gorey Market House Festival, alongside Nathan Carter, Paddy Casey,
Hometown, and Seo Linn. Last November, she performed on the iconic stage of Carnegie Hall, New York having won her first International title for operatic aria category of an International Vocal Competition. Her rendition of Handel’s Lascia ch’io Pianga earned her a special recognition award for performance of the night. Aimee has just finished performing in Heresy, an imaginative, contemporary electronic opera based on episodes from the life and works of Giordano Bruno in the Project Arts theatre in Dublin. “We are privileged to have this very
TV Quiz Show In Swords The new RTÉ2 quiz show ‘Search’ will be showing off the streets of Swords on Friday, 2nd December at 6pm. The show, hosted by Niamh Geaney, trawled the streets of Swords, asking the public a series of questions in where they could walk away with 200 euro. If they got the answer right, they scored one point. If they didn’t know they answer they had 60 seconds ‘Search time’ to find the answer using their phone. They then had to choose another member of the public who had to try and beat the set score. Sound easy? Well it was harder and funnier than it sounds. The show had two winning contestants that won the cash prize.
Pictured is international singing star, Aimee Banks, who will perform at the Swords Men Sheds Christmas concert at the Riasc Centre, Swords
gifted and talented soprano perform at our Christmas Concert in the Riasc Centre Swords on 3rd December,” said Sean O’Connor of Swords Men’s Shed. Also performing at Swords Men’s Shed fundraising concert will be the Celtic Choristers award winning male
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Phone 01 5394322 Are you suffering from foot and / or ankle pain? If so relief may be easier than you think. Call anytime between the hours of 9:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Tell the receptionist you’d like to come in for the Special Foot and Ankle Evaluation before 9th December. Look, you have very little to risk and a lot to gain. Call today and we can get started with your consultation, exam and analysis as soon as there’s an opening in the schedule. Our office is called Swords Foot Clinic and you can find us at 58 Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin part of O’Neill Dental Care. Sincerely, Marie Hegarty Call Today 01 5394322 P.S. Nothing’s worse than feeling great mentally, but physically feeling held back from life because your feet or ankle hurt – and
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Story Of The Battle Of Jadotville Rowlestown Oldtown Historical Association has invited retired Army Commandant, Leo Quinlan to tell the story of the Battle of Jadotville at Kettles Country House Hotel, Rolestown on 30th November at 8pm. Leo has a unique perspective as he is the son of the gallant officer, Comdt. Patrick Quinlan who, through his strategic ability and
courage, ensured that his troops all came home from six days of fierce and desperate fighting. Jadotville is a small mining town about 100 km from Elizabethville City in what was then the Belgian Congo. The Irish troops were there as part of a UN force to try to protect the civilian population and hold peace between the warring civil war factions. This is the
story of real guts and courage as Quinlan’s company of 155 men held out against an opposing force of between 3,000 and 4,000 Katangan well armed soldiers, which included mercenaries drawn from a number of countries. The Irish troops were, in effect, left to look after themselves as the UN procrastinated and failed
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Pictured at the Swords showing of the play, 'The Unsung Hero' at the Lord Mayor's Pub on Thursday, 10th November are County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, Conor Delaney, who plays the central character, The O'Rallallaigh and playwright, David Gilna
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to send relief troops to their aid. Botched attempts to airdrop water supplies eventually saw the defenders run out of ammunition, food and water. This forced Quinlan to accept surrender terms. The troops were held captive and used as brokerage in the negotiations for a general cease fire. These men’s courage was not rewarded nor even recognised. Fortunately, after 40 years the Government looked again at the story and gave these men the credit they clearly deserved. Admission is only €5.
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Swords playwright, David Gilna, whose play, ‘The Unsung Hero’ tells the fascinating story of one of the heroes of Easter Week 1916, was performed on Thursday, 10th November at the Lord Mayor’s in Swords. This is Gilna’s third play and he is fast establishing a name for himself in theatre circles, and he was delighted to launch his nationwide tour with the play in his home town of Swords. The play is a love story set amid the Easter Rising of 1916. Gilna spoke to the County Leader about the play. ‘The Unsung Hero’ is a play devoted to Michael Joseph O’Rahallaigh who founded the Irish Volunteers. My godmother was a woman called
Isuelt O’Rahallaigh and her father was a man called Aogain O’Rahallaigh , son of Michael, who passed on all the notes about his father to me. From this, the play came about. I wanted to tell the story about what he did for the country as an unsung hero,” he said. “The play will go on a nationwide tour for the whole of next year and we’re delighted to stage this special performance here in the Lord Mayor’s before it heads off on tour, “ he said. This is a one man play, with the excellent Conor Delaney giving a brilliant performance as the O’Rahallaigh and his performance kept the audience captivated throughout.
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Mindfulness and wellbeing programmes continue to rise in popularity, as more and more people are discussing the benefits that these practices can have on our lives. Researchers have discovered that meditation can literally change the structure of our brains and other research has shown the efficacy of mindfulness in reducing symptoms of a number of disorders, including stress and anxiety. Director of the Emmaus Centre Julie Cosden said. “As our lives get busier and busier, more people are realising that we need to find time to assess our own wellbeing. We feel it is our duty to offer the local community a place where people can discover how these practices of mindfulness and meditation can bring a sense of peace to their lives.” To try it out for yourself, Emotional Health Consultant Aisling Killoran, explores on her programmes how to control anxiety by using the Heart-Focused Breathing™ Technique by focusing your attention into the area of your heart breathing a little slower and deeper than usual: Think of something that is causing you stress and assign it a number with 10 being intense and 0 being calm. For one minute, put your hand on your heart and imagine that you are breathing in and of your heart. Then breathe in for six seconds, counting slowly, then breathe out slowly for six seconds. After two minutes think about someone you love. Send this positive feeling in through your heart and out into the negative feeling.
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Fingal County Council staff members, Damian Ryan, Colm Rigney, Martin Daly and Darragh Sheppard
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County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) welcomed public representatives to Swords Castle for the launch of Swords Cultural Quarter
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The completion of the current phase of Restoration Works at Swords Castle, and the launch of a new brand Identity for Swords Cultural Quarter (SCQ), took place at Swords Castle on Thursday, 17th November. The event was attended by local business people, Tidy Towns members and local representatives, including Darragh O’Brien TD, Brendan Ryan TD and Senator James Reilly, as well as local councillors. A highlight of the event was the presentation to the staff of the Fingal Tourism office with an award for Excellence In Customer Service by County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, who commented on the work of Fingal staff, contractors and community groups in bringing the project to fruition. Paul Reid, Chief Executive Fingal County Council commented, “You will see SCQ brand outside, a brand that is going to grow and grow. We are progressing plans to present our Atrium at County Hall as a civic space. It’s a great milestone, and there’s more to come.” Fionnuala May, County Architect added that the logo represents graphical motifs from the medieval tiles excavated at the castle and it becomes an augmentation of the present and also our legacy to the future to come.
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Fionnuala May (County Architect), County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) at the launch of the Swords Cultural Quarter at Swords Castle
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22nd November 2016
Swords Man Undertakes Mammoth Charity Fundraiser Well known Swords businessman, Michael McEnery of Virgoe McEnery Landscapers has decided to undertake a mammoth task for two charities this Christmas. Michael, who is no stranger to ultra marathons, is going one step further to raise funds and awareness for the Irish Cancer Society and Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. He spoke to the County Leader about his
By Patrick Finnegan upcoming endeavour. “On 22nd December, I will leave Croke Park and head on foot to Tralee, walking and running along the route. I intend to get to Tralee at about midday on 24th December. It’s going to be 200 miles to freedom,” said Michael, a proud Kerryman who goes by the name Kingdom Crusader for this event. In choosing
Irish Rugby player and Garda, Niamh Briggs launched an Early Christmas from Aviva Home Insurance. Pictured at the launch are Jodie Costelloe (aged 11) from Malahide, with Jake Church, Irish rugby player, Garda Niamh Briggs and Janiele Ciocamas.
Bus Service For Knocksedan Local Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell, is pleased that Dublin Bus plans to extend the 41x bus service to cater for residents in Knocksedan. He said, “I am delighted that the provision of a bus service for residents in Knocksedan is finally in sight. This is a victory for local residents who have been left isolated on the cusp of the largest community in the North County for far too long.” “Dublin Bus has informed me that, given that a turning bay is in place, they are now engaging with Fingal County Council to secure a statutory order for a bus stop at the turning bay. It is the intention of Dublin Bus to then apply for two buses on the 41x route towards the city centre in the morning peak hour and from the city centre in the evening peak hour. These buses would stop at Knocksedan on their way to, and from, Swords Manor. Furthermore, Dublin Bus is also seeking approval for an additional bus stop at Swords
his charities, Michael said, “I’m grateful for the fact that my mother is still alive and well after battling cancer and she will be at the house in Tralee to welcome me. I’m doing this journey for my mother and other people who have battled cancer over the years and for the great work the Irish Cancer Society do,” he said. Michael is also supporting Cystic Fibrosis and awareness
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of a new drug called Orkambi. I have lots of friends in the running world, who have been touched by Cystic Fibrosis. Another motivational factor for me is that, as President of the
Rotary Club of Dublin Fingal, I want to go by their motto, ‘Service Above Self’ Michael will be on his own, but he will have a crew driving the journey, who will look after his eating and drinking requirements. “I am appealing for as much support as possible for these great charities. People can contribute by checking Kingdom Crusader and check out the link to the fundraising page,” said Michael
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Manor which would facilitate the extension of the bus service to Knocksedan,” he said. “I have been engaged in on-going communication with Ray Coyne, the CEO of Dublin Bus, for some time on this matter. I am pleased that my efforts, and the efforts of several community representatives, are finally paying off,” concluded Farrell.
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No Taxation Without Representation Some Members of the European Parliament are seeking to prevent UK MEPs from fulfilling their elected roles, by excluding them from parliamentary committee membership. This appears to be in retaliation to the UK intention to leave the community. It seems that the slogan of the American War of Independence “No Taxation without Representation” has yet to reach Brussels. But there is concern that the British, as they prepare to leave, may in turn not act in the general best interest of the EU. That action to enhance their negotiation position or simply be bloody mindlessness. Either is unacceptable and in the long run weakens the UK position, while enhancing those who are uncompromising towards them within the remaining member states. The German Defence Minister has expressed concerns over the UK’s current position on EU defence cooperation. He makes the point that fairness is required and that those leaving should not stand in the way of those wishing to work together towards common goals. Polish political sources are suggesting that the UK needs to continue funding the EU Budget for
some years after its formal exit. Schäuble, the By Cathal Boland German Finance Minister has told the Financial Times that the UK may be required to continue to contribute to the EU Budget until 2030. Should this be the case it hardly is the type of Hard Exit that British people expect Ms. May to deliver. Fears exist within the European community that the whole EU project may fall asunder. The inspiration for the creation of the original Economic Community, is now, for many, simply chapters in a history book. The need that that history teaches is still as relevant today as it was in the immediate post war period. Co-operation between nations working together in peace to ensure the improvement in living standards, with respect shown to all citizens, while creating societies that could live in peace, must remain the common goal of all Europeans. The political process and those elected to serve must rise above their own and their states’ self-interest. Strong inspiring political leadership capable of articulating the vision and goals of the founders of the EEC is badly needed.
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Shop Locally How Can I Reduce This Christmas My Money Continued from page 1 on your doorstep. CEO Another consideration of of Fingal Dublin shopping up north, is Chamber, Tony Lambert that if something goes said, “It’s great to have wrong with the product the Christmas season you purchased, where is with us again, when we the back-up customer forget all our troubles service that you get with and enjoy meeting a product bought family and locally? Add in friends and the extra petrol shopping is a to return the very important product and part of this suddenly it season. The doesn’t seem Chamber always such good value Tony Lambert e n c o u r a g e s after all. There people in the really is no need to area to support our local travel either to the city shopping facilities, centre or up north, when which provide an enorit’s all here on our mous range of doorsteps, no matter wonderful products and where you live in the services, which are suitcounty. able for all occaNorth County sions. Dublin can boast In troubled times three fine shopthat we live in, it ping centres, is very important namely the for local people Pavilions in to remember Swords, Millfield Seán Corrigan that shopping in Balbriggan, locally is very where you will find important for the everything you need for economic wellbeing of the festive season, with our entire community. a wonderful range of fine The wonderful range of products at great prices. shops, as well as It’s all here for you right providing the great range of goods, also provides jobs in our local community and should be supported,” he said. CEO of Balbriggan Chamber, Sean Corrigan said, “Balbriggan is on the cusp of significant change and is beginning to enjoy real economic recovery. However, there is a significant challenge facing retailers this Christmas cross border shopping. The retail sector in Balbriggan, having come through a very difficult period, particularly in the town centre, is slowly recovering. This recovery is being supported by a pilot The County Council funded grant scheme for shop owners to enhance their shop fronts and improve the town centre streetscape. The goal of the scheme is to ensure viability of the retailers and ensure that there is an attractive mix of shops to encourage residents and visitors to buy in Balbriggan.” He continued,”The recent decline in the value of sterling has brought back the fear amongst retailers of an
Worries Leading Up To Christmas? Deck the halls with madness and folly. Christmas is my favourite time of the year. Although it’s celebrated the world over there is something unique about an Irish Christmas. From midnight mass at 9pm, Christmas Eve busking on Grafton Street and the early morning Christmas swim off the 40ft. And although it is a time of joy it puts a lot of pressure on hard pressed families trying to create a Christmas to remember
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Here are some tips to survive the festive season so Santa will be the only one in the red this year. YOU’RE FEEDING YOUR SET A BUDGET & BE FAMILY NOT AN ARMY! REALISTIC Create a budget and stick to it so you don’t overstretch yourself and only give what you can afford – not what you think you should spend.
KRIS KINDLE OR SECRET SANTA This is a fun and cheaper option especially when you have a lot of gifts to buy for family and friends. Another option is to set a limit on the cost of gifts, which may also be a welcome relief for all concerned.
THE EARLY WORM CATCHES THE… BARGAIN Start shopping earlier in the year. Not only can you pick up some preChristmas bargains but you can also avoid some of the stress of a last minute dash.
GET TO KNOW YOUR CHRISTMAS TREES (HELLO CHRISTMAS TREE, NICE TO MEET YOU) Balsam and Douglas firs are the most affordable, while Nordman and Turkish firs break the bank. Pro tip: Get the Douglas. It smells like Christmas. Put off buying a tree as long as possible. Prices tumble the closer it gets to Christmas.
Don’t bulk-buy food. Plan ahead and check the cupboards to see what you have first. It’s not the 1980s anymore and shops only close for 1 – 2 days over Christmas (With some even open on Christmas Day) so there is really no need to stock up for fear of running out
READ THE SMALL PRINT If you borrow or enter into a buynow-pay-later deal, be careful. Some lenders will penalise you for paying it back early or, if you do not pay it within the interest free period, you could be subject to hefty interest payments
JANUARY SALES. Put off shopping for clothes until the sales start on St. Stephen’s Day. You can also pick up some great bargains for next Christmas. Christmas cards and decorations are greatly reduced in the sales and buying them in January means you’ve already taken some of the pressure off yourself for the following Christmas.
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www.mfcu.ie exodus of residents across the border to do their Christmas shopping. For many shopkeepers, Christmas is the time of year when they make most of their sales and the period that they depend on to ensure their viability into the new year. Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce calls on all residents of Balbriggan to support their local shops in the run up to Christmas to ensure that these business are around giving local employment and service in the year ahead,” he concluded.
Swords School’s Christmas Fair Old Borough National School, Swords will hold their Christmas Fair on Saturday, 3rd December from 12 noon to 3pm. It will include Santa’s Grotto, Wheel of Fortune, Toys, Cakes, Bottles, Raffle, Festive Treats and many more fantastic prizes
New Brand Identity For Swords Cultural Quarter Continued from page 1 Customer Service, County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler commented on the work of Fingal staff, contractors and community groups in bringing the project to fruition. He continued, saying; “The Castle is regaining its role as a focal point of our county town and encourages locals and tourists alike to come and experience the history and grandeur of the site.” Paul Reid, Chief Executive Fingal County Council commented, “You will see SCQ brand outside, a brand that is going to grow and grow. We will have the castle, the cultural quarter, the civic centre in the future, with a library, and arts space. We are progressing plans to present our Atrium at County Hall as a civic space. It’s a great milestone, and there’s more to come.” Fionnuala May, County Architect spoke about the launch of the Swords Cultural Quarter Brand, and said, “The logo represents graphical motifs from the medieval tiles excavated at the castle and the rich colours represent their medieval origin. It becomes an augmentation of the present and also our legacy to the future to come.”
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Cllr. Joe Newman, County Mayor Darragh Butler, actor Paddy Courtney and BOI Branch Manager Dessie Brady officially open the event
Dave Hedderman (New Ireland Assurance) with Cllr. Joe Newman
The Indie Spice Grill team
Kristel Meier with Hatden and Hailie Nwasgu
Maud Keogh and Rita Lewis
Taquiuddin Mohammed and Tariq Salahuddin with County Mayor Cllr. Darragh Butler
Colin Kingston (Regional Director BOI), Dessie Brady (BOI Swords Branch Manager) and speaker Alan Tracy (Business Coach)
Members of Swords Mens Shed; Mick Kelly, Stjohn Baird, Nicolas Keys, Frank Keogh, John Cox, Martin Graham and Ben O'Sullivan
Sheila McArdle and Paul Raftery
Shane Curran and Neal Morrisson
Neil Courtney (Bank of Ireland Malahide), Swords local, actor Paddy Courtney (Compere), Cllr. Darragh Butler (County Mayor) and Dessie Brady (Branch Manager Bank Of Ireland Swords)
Paddy and Geraldine Griffin from Swords Cycle Club with Dessie Brady, Branch Manager Bank Of ireland Swords
Dessy Brady, Branch Manager of Bank of Ireland Swords addresses the crowd
Swords Tidy Towns; Theresa Cosgrave, Isobel McClean, Cllr. Joe Newman, Noel Cosgrave and Ken Duffy
Catherine, Freya and Anna Livesy with Brian Hanley, Bank of Ireland
TV Chef Rachel Allen speaks with Comper Paddy Courtney
Theresa Long, Forever Living Products
Garvin and Karl Harte of CP Electrical with Sinead Mulryan of bank Of Ireland
Dessie Brady (BOI Swords Branch Manager) and Darragh Butler (County Mayor)
Swords Silver Brass Band entertain the crowd
Cllr. Joe Newman, County Mayor Darragh Butler, actor Paddy Courtney and BOI Branch Manager Dessie Brady with students from St. Finians College, Swords
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Local News
22nd November 2016
Prestigious Award For Council Fingal County Council has been selected as the outright winner of the “Best Local Authority for Enterprise and Development Award” in the 2016 Public Sector Magazine Awards. Accepting the award, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Paul Reid, said: “This reflects the hard work of the Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development Department and the wider Council. The past twelve months have again been busy for the Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development Department, and for the Council as a whole. The Department has done fantastic work in promoting the county as a tourist destination, in ensuring that there is a supply of serviced land ready for potential investors, in developing the local economic and community plan and ensuring a strong ecosystem for start-up busi-
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Count Sheep! A New Bed from Mick will do the Trick Fingal County Council has been selected as the outright winner of the Best Local Authority for Enterprise and Development Awards in the 2016 Public Sector Magazine Awards. Pictured with the award are Ed Hearne (Final County Council Director of Economic Development), County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and Chief Executive Fingal Couunty Council, Paul Reid
nesses, among other important tasks. We will work to ensure that the county continues to prosper long into the future,” he said. Ed Hearne, Director of Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development with Fingal County Council, said: “Winning this award is reflective of the robust
Thank You From Lusk ICA Lusk ICA would like to thank all who supported the Coffee Morning held last month at Murray’s Top Shop in aid of the Hospice. You all helped to raise €3,368. Thanks again to all the bakers, and supporters and to Conrad Murray for the use of his premises.
growth that we are seeing in the local economy. Fingal Local Enterprise Office continues to grow demand for its wideranging suite of supports and the numbers of tourists coming to the county is also on the rise, underpinned by our tourism strategy, Destination Fingal.”
Buoyancy within the county is also in evidence in the significant levels of investment being attracted into Fingal, not least within the Dublin Enterprise Zone and Stephenstown Industrial Estate, which have welcomed a number of significant job announcements in recent months.”
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Table Quiz In Naul Naul Community Council will hold a Table Quiz on Thursday, 1st December at Killian’s Pub in Naul. The quiz starts at 9pm sharp. Admission is €5 or €20 for a table of four. The Community Council is also holding a Business Information Evening on Wednesday, 7th December at the Seamus Ennis Arts Centre from 7pm until 9pm
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Picture Special
Siobhan Rooney and Gloria Habib
22nd November 2016
Abbie Hegarty, Siobhan Hegarty, Deirdre Doyle and Hannah Doyle
“Night at Pavilions” was held on Thursday 17th November and the evening of fashion, beauty, food and music attracted a very large crowd. The atmosphere was very special, as people availed of some of the great discounts on offer from shops in the centre. The majority of stores took part in this event, with models showing off their produce on the catwalk. The fashion shows, which took place on the hour from 5pm until 9pm were MC’d by well known model and TV presenter, Glenda Gilson. She also gave out vouchers for some great discounts from shops in the Pavilions to some lucky winners, including a €100 Swords Pavilions Gift Card. The night showcased some of the top brands including River Island, H&M, Zara, Mango, Next, Tommy Hilfiger, TK Maxx, Skechers, Kilkenny Shop, Carraig Donn, Best Menswear, Vero Moda, Jack & Jones, Selected Femme/Homme. An added bonus was the excellent violin playing of Eimear Bradley, who entertained the crowd with some magical music, which went down very well with all present.
Dyanne and Stephen Coakley with their children Robyn, Sean and Stephen
Tracey and Kacie Johansson
Ciara Grace and Georgina Tierney
The O'Keeffe family, Alicia, Alex, Olivia, Carl and baby Mila
Daniel, Anna and Ailish Gleeson
Sandra Johnson, Rosa Gil, Catherine Kenny and Eva Kenny
Pictured at Night at the Pavilions Fashion Show are Deirdre King (Marketing Manager, Pavilions). TV personality, Glenda Gilson who acted as MC of the Fashion Shows and Ian Hunter (Centre Director Pavilions)
Angela Feeney and Cora McKiernan
Anna and Aneta O'Brien
Nicoleta Segal, Hersh Segal and baby Angel Segal
Violinist, Eimear Bradley entertained the crowd at Night at the Pavilions
Viktorija and Emily Laizane
Aly and Yvonne McGrath
Marta Nieborak and Jason Dooley
Katie and Caroline McGuinness
Alain and Edward Gelpe
Donna and Summor Gunnery
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Local News
22nd November 2016
Local Citizens Need To Have Voices Heard
Pictured are Rebecca Maguire from Swords (left), Sarah Whelan and Éadaoin Mooney, who graduated with Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood Care and Development as ITB welcomed their 2016 Graduates for their 16th Graduation Ceremony
Local councillor, Tony Murphy (NP) attended a meeting of the Lusk community, convened by Michael Hoey of Country Crest on 17th November at the Man O’War GAA clubhouse. A small delegation from the Lusk community recently met Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Katherine Zappone in Dail Eireann to discuss important issues surrounding the Oberstown Detention Centre. Those in attendance at the Man O’War club heard a report back
Scotch Hall To Create 35 New Jobs Scotch Hall Shopping Centre in Drogheda is to create up to 35 new jobs over the coming weeks, with the opening of 4 new stores. Peter Dolan, new Centre Manager said he was delighted to announce the opening of Regatta Great Outdoors, Jack & Jones, Vila, and Name It @ Cici & Boo. “It’s fantastic for the centre to have four new retailers coming to our centre which will bring the workforce in the centre to over 500.” He went on to encourage locals to shop within Drogheda and support the local employment in the area on the run up to Christmas. Regatta Great Outdoors officially opened its doors on Thursday 17th November, followed by the Grand opening of Jack & Jones, Vila, and Name It @ CicI & Boo, which will open on Thursday 24th November at 11am, with great launches planned for all.
Pictured is a happy Peter Dolan, Manager of Scotch Hall Shopping Centre, Drogheda at the announcement that 35 new jobs are to be created at the centre
in fear.” He said from that that at previous meeting. meetings there Murphy said the was a call to reinDail meeting was state the siren reported to have alert system which been positive in had been in place the main. for years. “However, secu- Cllr. Murphy “It gave some rity suggestions put forward by the commu- comfort to the local nity were not met with the community when an support they would have absconsion occurred,” he wished for,” he said. said. “It was requested at “People in the Lusk the meeting with the community and in the Minister. This siren alert vicinity of Oberstown has to be reinstated as a Detention Centre are living priority. There was also a
call for a common uniform to be worn by the prisoners to allow quick and easy identification of an escapee at large,” said Murphy. “These are not unreasonable requests and the interests of our law-abiding citizens should be considered in the first instance.” Cllr Murphy vowed to continue supporting the community of Lusk in its efforts to create a safe environment in which to live and work. “The residents are entitled to feel safe in their own homes,” he concluded.
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Remembrance Mass In Portrane The Annual Remembrance Mass for deceased residents and staff of St. Ita’s Hospital, Portrane, (including St. Joseph’s Intellectual Disability Services) will be held in St. Ita’s, Church, Portrane on Saturday, 26th November at 3pm. Bishop Raymond Field will officiate.
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Picture Special
22nd November 2016
Kalebh Fynes, Sean Brock, Luke Gannon, Jason Corcoran and Dylan Connolly
Jenny and Susan Oliver
Little Calum McDonagh is pictured with Dublin stars, Philly McMahon, Paul Flynn and Darren Daly with the Sam Maguire Cup
Dublin stars, Darren Daly, Paul Flynn and Philly McMahon are pictured with Joe Savage (2nd left) with the Sam Maguire Cup
Maureen Cooke, Carmel Smith and Pauline Smith
Thomas Pullen and Liz Kiernan
Con Dalton and Paddy Hughes show what winning the Sam Maguire Cup means to them
Jack McGuirk, Declan McGuirk and Gary Meaney
Lorraine Meaney and Eileen Kirwan
A huge crowd gathered at the Lord Mayor’s pub in Swords recently to welcome the Sam Maguire Cup to the popular hostelry. Proprietor, Joe Savage joined crowds of adults and children all dressed up in their Dublin jerseys as they welcomed local heroes, Paul Flynn and Darren Daly and All-Star, Philly McMahon. The moment the trio of Dublin stars entered the premises with special guest Sam, the place erupted to the sound of Molly Malone. A traditional music band entertained the good humoured gathering, many of whom went up in an orderly queue to have their photos taken with the Cup. The players enjoyed the banter as they mixed easily with their adoring fans. When Paul Flynn declared that they had every intention of retaining Sam for yet another year, the crowd loudly cheered their approval. All in all, a great night was had by all.
Anto Roberts, Joey Kane, Tom Kane and Darren Kane
Michaela Duffy-Meade, Sean King and Arrin Menton
Derek Mackey, Stephen Lynch, Seoirse Lynch and Ronan Lynch
Alan Sherwin and Gerry Mackey
Niall Connor and Dave Kelly
Brian, Sharon and Colm Lowndes
Colm Lowndes is pictured with Dublin stars, Darren Daly and Paul Flynn
Jack, Joie and James Ryan are pictured with Dubs stars, Darren Daly, Paul Flynn and Philly McMahon when the Sam Maguire Cup paid a visit to The Lord Mayors Pub, Swords
Pictured with Dubs stars, Darren Daly, Paul Flynn and Philly McMahon are Georgy Hughes, Con Dalton and Paddy Hughes
John McDonnell, Darragh King and Rebecca Lawless
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Malahide Drama Group To Perform At Helix Stage2theatrecompany is a Malahide based drama group whose productions take place in the Helix DCU each November. This year’s production is the wonderful Dancing At Lughnasa by Brian Friel, which will take place from Wednesday 23rd to Saturday 26th November at 8 pm in the Space at the Helix. The talented cast includes Mary Gamble, Cara Ferguson, Desmond Daly, Conor Duffy, Vinny McHale, Melissa Ciepierski, Lorna Brennan and Niamh Ryan. Stage2 is part of a larger group which incorporates St. Andrew’s Players and St. Andrew’s Junior Players. St. Andrew’s Players has been fundraising for St. Andrew’s National School, Malahide since 1993. They hold an annual production locally with participation from parents, ex-pupils, local actors and graduates from drama school, college and university
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22nd November 2016
seeking stage experience. Venues used over the years include Oliver Plunkett’s NS, The Borough NS Swords, Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre, St Sylvester’s GAA Club Malahide, Mount Temple Comprehensive School, and Malahide Community School as well as St. Andrew’s NS. Fundraising over the past number of years has finally allowed them to purchase their own stage and in June 2015, 6th class staged the first
school production BUGSY MALONE followed by Suddenly Shakespeare in 2016. St. Andrew’s Junior Players is a group of 8 – 14 year old students who love drama and since 2003 have also performed annually at local venues. The new stage arrived just in time for them to perform Oliver by Charles Dickens last April. They are currently working on Matilda (play) adapted for the group.
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Recent published deaths from the North County
22nd November 2016
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Tel: 01 840 7090 COLEMAN, John, (Rush, Co. Dublin), - 16th November 2016 (peacefully), John; sadly missed by his loving wife Kitty, daughters, sons, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace RYAN, Michael, (Rush, Co. Dublin and formerly of Knock, Co. Mayo and late of An Garda Síochána ), - 15th November 2016 (peacefully), at home Michael (Mícheál); sadly missed by his loving wife Vera, children Marcas, Marie, Eoin and Louise, daughter-in-law Murielle, son-inlaw Sandip, grandchildren Naoise, Conan, Aidan and Megan, sisters Ann, Mary and Ita, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in Peace GRACE (née Dunne), Elaine, (Donabate, Dublin ),- 14th November 2016 (peacefully), after a short illness, at Beaumont Hospital, late of Dublin Bus, daughter of the late Ethna; sadly missed by her loving husband Colm, dad Dominick, sisters Sandra, Amanda and Lyndsey, brothers Derek, Paul and Dominick, mother-in-law Margaret, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace BARNES (née Carroll), Chris, (Swords, Co. Dublin),- 14th November 2016 (peacefully), at Beaumont Hospital; sadly missed by her loving husband George, daughter Elaine, son Paul, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace DONAGHY (née McEvoy), Patricia (Paddy), (Balbriggan and formerly of Lurgan, Co. Armagh), - 12th November 2016 (suddenly), at St. James's Hospital, Dublin. Sadly missed by her loving husband Brendan, daughter Teri, son John, grandchildren Conor, Patrick, Katy and Aoife, sisters Mary, Nuala and Joanne, son-in-law John, sistersin-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace
Miracle Prayer Sacred Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. N.J
Fintan Michael Lowry
HANNIGAN, Ray(Thomas), (Hannigan of Ratoath and late of Inbhir Ida, Malahide), - 12th November 2016 (peacefully), in the loving care of the nurses and staff at Tara Winthrop Private Clinic. Sadly missed by her loving brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, family, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace HERON, Carmel, (Swords, Dublin), -11th November 2016 (peacefully), Beloved husband of Mary and the late Detta. Ray will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons Mark and Paul, daughters-in-law Marie and Carmel, brother Mark, Mary's children and grandchildren, his five grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace GILCHRIST, Patrick, (Swords Nursing Home, Mount Ambrose, Swords, Co. Dublin and formerly of Raheny), 26th October 2016 (peacefully), Deeply regretted by the staff, residents and friends of Swords Nursing Home. Rest in Peace Bond (Rush, Co. Dublin), Nov 15, 2016, Harry loving husband of the late Margaret. He was taken from us suddenly, a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. May Harry Rest in Peace. COMBER (née Mackey), Margaret (Swords, Co. Dublin) Nov. 17, 2016 (peacefully), after a short illness at the Bon Secours Hospital, beloved wife of the late Tom; sadly missed by her loving son Niall, daughter Claudine, daughter-in-law Ailbhe, son-in-law Liam, grandchildren Fiachra, Teagan, Orlaith, Poppy, step-grandson Dylan, her many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.
Miracle Prayer Dear Sacred Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. D.L
In loving memory of Fintan Michael Lowry Chapel Green, Lusk, Co. Dublin Who died on 15th November 1999 A bouquet of beautiful memories, Sprayed with a million tears, Wishing God could have spared you, If just for a few more years. It does not take a special day, For us to think of you. Each Mass we hear, each prayer we say, Is offered up for you. We cannot bring the old days back, When we were all together, The family chain is broken now, But memories live forever. It was a sudden parting, Too bitter to forget, Only those who loved you, Are the ones who will never forget. May he rest in peace, dear Jesus, In Thy heavenly home above, With the Sacred Heart of Jesus, In His own eternal love. Along the road to yesterday, That leads us straight to you, Are memories of happy days, Together we once knew. The blow was hard, the shock severe, To part with one we loved so dear, Our loss is great, we’ll not complain, But trust in God to meet again. A silent grief that’s in our hearts, No human eye can trace, For many a broken heart is hid, Beneath a smiling face.
Fingal County Council Application for Planning Permission for new detached two storey house to side at 24 Longstone Park, Portrane, Co. Dublin Signed Barry & Claire Murphy This application may be inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am-4.30pm, 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. Fingal County Council Application for Planning Permission to demolish existing single storey extension to side and construct new single storey extension to rear of existing house and construct new detached two storey house to side garden at 1, Forrest View, Hilltown, Co. Dublin Signed Sharon Shanaghan This application may be inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am-4.30pm, 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. Fingal County Council Retention is sought for (i) 2 storey extension to rear of existing dwelling (ii) 1st floor balcony to side of existing dwelling & (iii) raised platform timber play shed in rear garden @ Woodleigh Lodge, Woodpark, Lusk, Co. Dublin, K45 F582 for Rob Willis. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (20 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission sought for alterations and extension to existing house, to include new garage to side with new room at first floor over, alterations to front and rear elevation and miscellaneous works at Kinard, Kinsealy Lane, Malahide, Co. Dublin for Patrick and Louise Goodman. This planning application maybe inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding a 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 sought for Attic conversion to include change of roof profile from Hip profile to Gable end profile together with associated works at 65 Brookdale Way for Paul & Jill Kelly. 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 A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authorityon payment of the prescribed fee of 20 euro within the period of 5 weeks begining on the date of receipt by the Authority of this application Fingal County Council We Garreth & Valerie Cooke Intend to apply for planning permission for development at this site address 45 Carrs Mill, Donabate, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a single storey extension to the rear measuring 12sq.m with internal alterations to the main house, conversion of existing attic to
Novena To The Blessed Virgin O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Empress of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to secure me in this my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power, oh show me herein you are my mother. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee(3 times.) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands(3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days and request will be granted on the 3rd day. Prayer should be published. D&GK
bedroom measuring 20 sq.m with new dormer to the rear and velux window to the front, retention to the existing shed /study in the rear garden measuring 14sq.m, relocation of existing brick pier to widen existing vehicular access along with associated site works associated with the development. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during the public opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday to Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the Application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Bristol Myers Squibb is applying to Fingal County Council for development Permission at Swords Laboratories, Watery Lane, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development consists of the construction of a new permanent entrance (8.4m in width) to the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Watery Lane Road at the location of the temporary entrance granted under permission F14A/0212. The proposed entrance will include site clearance, the provision of a 7.65m wide, 2m high palisade sliding gate with cladding to match the existing along the line of the existing boundary fencing, the provision of a covered drainage channel to the same location and ancillary works to the existing footpath and carriageway. The application relates to an establishment which has an Industrial Emissions Licence (P0014-04). The application relates to development consisting of modifications to an establishment to which the Major Accidents Directive applies. 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 of 9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Hickey Family intends to apply for planning permission at Carrick Court, Portmarnock, Co. Dubin for the Construction of five number detached two storey private dwelling houses (3 no detached Type A size 159m2, 1 no detached Type B size 152m2 and 1 no detached Type C size 158m2) A new vehicular and pedestrian access from Carrick Court, internal road with turning circle, Footpaths, Landscaping, Boundary Treatments, Lighting, Suds Drainage, piped and other services, ESB substations including re-positioning and all other ancillary development works necessary to facilitate the development, All on lands with a site area of .2275 Hec located between and adjoining Carrick Court Housing Estate to the North, Church Lane to the West and Suncroft Avenue to the South. The planning application maybe 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 (9.30-16.30 Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application ad 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 The Board of Management for Brackenstown Senior National School intend to apply for planning permission for development at Brackenstown National School, Brackenstown Road, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the demolition of the Brackenstown Senior National School building (combined area 1789m2) and 7no. prefab classrooms (combined area 1354m2), the construction of a four classroom single-storey extension to the rear of the existing Junior School (combined area 684m2), and a two-storey 28 classroom senior school building, with GP hall and associated ancillary learning / administrative spaces (combined area 4855m2). The total combined floor area of the new school extension will be 5539m2.
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22nd November 2016 The development will include the construction of 1no. single-storey, 2 classroom, temporary school building (combined area 133m2), and 1no. two-storey, 18 classroom, temporary school building, with ancillary learning / administrative spaces (combined area 2169m2). The total floor area of temporary accommodation will be 2302m2. Both temporary school buildings are located to the rear of the site, are to remain for the extent of the construction programme, and are to be removed from site on completion of the new senior school building. The associated site-works will consist of the provision of 5no. external ball courts, 4no. hard surface /soft surface play spaces, 2no. covered bicycle-parking facilities (with parking for 150 no. bicycles), and an all-weather pitch to the rear of the school building. There will be 60 car parking spaces to the front of the school building. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council I Terrance Murphy apply for planning permission for the change of use of office space (Permitted under Ref No. F97A/0545) located at first floor Cooldriona Court, Swords, Co. Dublin to 4 number Apartment units (Originally permitted under Reg. Ref. PL.06F.096137, Reg. Ref. F95A/0118) (1x2 Bedroom Apartment 8 and 3x1 Bedroom Apartments 3,4 & 9) with associated internal alterations. 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. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Leo Fynes at Hillview Guesthouse, Ballaghstown, Lusk, Co. Dublin for a two storey extension to the side of the existing Hillview Guesthouse to provide one additional 4 bedroom guest accommodation unit and minor elevational changes to the rear of the existing guesthouse to accommodate the proposed development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Vivian Hand at Balcarrick, Donabate, Co. Dublin to provide a new 225 mm foul water rising main with a pumping station from Hand’s Caravan Park and Donabate Golf Club to discharge to the existing waste water treatment plant at Portrane, Co. Dublin. The proposed development will also include all associated engineering, site development works and landscaping necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council SIGNIFICANT FURTHER INFORMATION/REVISED PLANS. I, Peter Boylan have lodged Significant Further Information/Revised Plans in relation to Planning Application Ref: F16A/0288 at 47 Holmpatrick, Skerries, Co. Dublin. The Significant Further Information/Revised Plans, in relation to the application have been furnished to the Planning Authority, and are available for 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. Submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) no later than 2 weeks after receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice with the planning authority. Fingal County Council Outline Planning Permission is sought for 4no. dwellings and associated site works, with vehicular access for 2no. dwellings from Channel Road, and vehicular access for 2no. dwellings from Sundrive Road respectively all at site at Channel Road, Rush, Co. Dublin.
signed Carol Williams The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by ROXTIP Limited., on lands off Beaverstown Road and to the rear of Cois Inbhir, Beaverbrook, Donabate, Co. Dublin, for a residential development of 36 no. residential dwellings (3 no. single storey, 2 bed, detached dwellings; 3 no. single storey, 2 bed terraced dwellings; 2 no. two storey, 3 bed semi-detached dwellings; 4 no. two storey, 2 bed semi- detached dwellings; 14 no. two storey, 3 bed terraced dwellings; 10 no. two storey, 2 bed terraced dwellings) all with associated car parking, removal of existing boundary treatment to facilitate 1 no. new access road from Cois Inbhir, landscaping, boundary treatments and all associated works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Crescent Park Properties Ltd. on lands adjacent to the 'Garrai Linn' development and south of the Ringfort housing estate at Darcystown, Balrothery, Co. Dublin for alterations to previously approved development (Reg. Ref. F14A/0488 – An Bord Pleanala Ref. No. PL 06F.245229). The proposed alterations consist of minor revisions to the approved site layout only. No increase in unit numbers or change to approved house types is proposed. The development will consist of 42 no. two storey dwellings (18 no. semi-detached three bedroom and 24 no. four bedroom detached houses) forming Phase 2 of the Garrai Linn development, a new vehicular access from the Darcystown Road, vehicular and pedestrian connection to Garrai Linn, internal roads, footpaths (including link to Balruddery Grove), public open space, landscaping, boundary treatments, street lighting, SUDS drainage, piped and other services, ESB substations and all other ancillary site development works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin during its public opening hours (9.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought to demolish the existing bungalow and replace it with two one and a half storey detached dwellings and a retirement bungalow to the rear at Crescent Rd, Rush for Nancy, Annie and Paul McKeon The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council I Kevin Ryan, intend to apply for planning permission at No. 17 Forest Crescent, Swords, Co. Dublin for extensions to the side and rear of an existing dwelling, for the addition of a dormer window to the front elevation, for the addition of a rooflight to the side, for the change of an outbuilding to habitable accommodation and for the widening of the entrance gateway with all associated siteworks. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application
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